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The Sri Lankan tourism industry appears to be maintaining its momentum toward recovery, with nearly 80,000 visitors arriving in the country…
Indian airline, Vistara, has announced plans to increase its presence at London Heathrow airport by launching direct flights between Mumbai and London starting on June 1, 2023. The airline will operate its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which boasts a three-class configuration, on the route. The flights are expected to enhance connectivity between India and the...
India’s travel and tourism sector is poised for growth after the country’s Budget 2023 outlined initiatives and schemes to develop the industry. Collaboration, convergence and public-private partnership have been listed among six themes supporting the sector. The budget also encourages technology adoption and innovation, particularly in digital technologies, AR/VR and AI. Additionally, reducing foreign tourists’...
The tourism sector in India, which contributes 6.23% to the national GDP and 8.78% of total employment, has great potential to generate income, employment, and foreign exchange earnings, especially in rural areas. However, safety and security of foreign tourists remains a concern, with several incidents of assault and crime reported in the last few years....
Four men convicted of carrying out serial blasts in Jaipur in 2008 have been acquitted by a Rajasthan court due to lack of evidence. The court also criticised the "incompetence" of the investigating officers and ordered action. A fifth man had been acquitted earlier, and the court upheld his acquittal. Nine bombs exploded in eight...
