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While airlines are beginning to operate international flights to and from Manohar International Airport (MIA), foreign travellers have been in for a rude shock on their arrival to learn that eVisa facilities are not available at MIA. According to the authorised portal for Visa Application to India, Goa has been included in the list of 29 designated international airports, through which eVisa holders can travel. However, it has not been clearly specified in the portal that only the Dabolim International Airport is an authorised immigration checkpost through which eVisa holders can travel.

More than 40 exhibitors will meet over 600 pre-registered buyers over two day at the ongoing Global Panorama Showcase in Ahmedabad that will conclude today. Sharing these numbers, Harmandeep Singh Anand, MD, GPS, says, “Apart from B2B meetings, We also had interesting  sessions on cyber security, charters, TCS , GST and partners presenting various revenue and ancillary opportunities.”

Kayak revealed, Varanasi has seen a substantial 102% increase in flight searches despite a 7% rise in flight prices as compared to 2022. The culturally significant, ancient city of Madurai has also witnessed a 97% increase in flight searches even with a 22% price increase compared to last year.   

Manoj Sinha, LG, J&K, predicts that the UT has recorded over 1.27 cr tourists this year till date, which is expected to cross last year’s high record by the year end. He also credited the restoration of peace and normalcy for such large tourist numbers in J&K.

Addressing the inaugural ceremony of India International Hospitality Expo 2023, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, CM of Himachal Pradesh, urged the hospitality sector to invest in the state. He added that the govt will provide them with all the support required.

J&K has registered 1.27 crore tourist arrivals this year so far, and the figure is expected to touch a record-high by this year end, said Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. He credited the restoration of peace for this development. J&K recorded 1.88 crore arrivals in 2022, the highest number in the past three decades.

Jayanta Malla Baruah, Assam Tourism Minister, asked the tour operators to work in tandem with the tourism department and other stakeholders to promote Assam’s tourism sector which has huge potential with its rich culture.

Rohan Khaunte, Tourism Minister, Goa highlighted Gulf States are posing threat on Goa’s reputation. He said, “The state needs to implement dynamic & proactive measures for tourists seeking enriching and lifetime experiences”.  

Madhya Pradesh is home to more than 10% of the world’s tiger population as per the tiger census 2018 Every year on 29 July, we observe International Tiger Day to raise awareness about the preservation of this magnificent yet critically endangered animal. This day serves as a reminder of how crucial it is to safeguard and conserve the last living tigers in the world. Let us spotlight Madhya Pradesh, the ‘Tiger State of India’ a region that has made significant strides in tiger conservation. Home to six tiger reserves, Madhya Pradesh is a haven for these magnificent creatures, and its conservation efforts have garnered global attention as MP is home to more than 10% of the world’s tiger population as per the tiger census 2018. Madhya Pradesh’s commitment to preserving its tiger population is evident in the latest tiger census. The state recorded a extraordinary increase in the number of visitors’ testament to the tireless efforts of the MP Tourism Board to promote wildlife tourism on a national and international level. According to the 2018 census, Madhya Pradesh was home to an estimated 526 tigers. Let us explore the six tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh, each offering a unique and captivating experience for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers: Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve: With its dense forests and ancient fort, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is not only a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise but also a historical and cultural treasure. The reserve is known for its high tiger density and provides the best chance statistically of spotting these elusive animals. Apart from tigers, Bandhavgarh is home to leopards, deer, langurs, and over 250 species of birds. Kanha Tiger Reserve & Pench Tiger Reserve: Known as …

The Tour Operators Association of Assam has launched a quarterly in-house newsletter titled ‘Tea Break: Sip, Savor and Soak in Assam’s Travel Delights. The newsletter was unveiled by the Secretary to the Govt of Assam, Tourism Department,  Kumar Padmapani Bora in Kolkata in the presence of Ranuj Kumar Borkotoky, Director, Tourism and Samprity Goswami, Deputy Secretary, Tourism. The newsletter will contain activities, industry news and other curated contents related to the industry in Assam. TOAA Advisor and Editor of the newsletter, Ranjeet Das mentioned, “Our endevour will be to make this newsletter a highly informative, upbeat series, containing inspirational articles for our readers.” Arijit Purkayastha, one of the editorial board members further informed, ” The newsletter is also embedded in TOAA website www.toaa.in for our online readers. We wish to reach out to the worldwide platform to promote Assam’s tourism avenues.”