DDP to showcase India’s indigenous defence capabilities at 44th IITF

November 13, 2025 4:47 PM

DDP to showcase India’s indigenous defence capabilities at 44th IITF

The Department of Defence Production (DDP) will set up a dedicated pavilion at the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF), scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from November 14 to 27. The pavilion will highlight the transformation achieved under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, showcasing India’s growing strength, innovation and self-reliance in defence manufacturing. A wide range of state-of-the-art products, cutting-edge technologies and innovations in land systems, n...

India records 47.90% surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2023

March 17, 2025 8:55 PM

India records 47.90% surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2023

India witnessed a significant boost in Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) in 2023, recording a 47.90% increase compared to the previous year, according to data released by the Bureau of Immigration. Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, revealed the figures in a written statement to the Lok Sabha on Monday. The country welcomed 9.52 million foreign tourists in 2023, reflecting a robust recovery in global travel post-pandemic. Of this, 4.40 million arrivals were for leis...

IITF 2024 kicks off at Pragati Maidan with a global showcase

November 14, 2024 5:24 PM

IITF 2024 kicks off at Pragati Maidan with a global showcase

The 43rd edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) commenced at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi on November 14, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurating the event. The fair will run through November 27. With the theme "Viksit Bharat @2047," this year’s event highlights India’s commitment to growth, innovation, and self-reliance, offering an exciting showcase of products and services from India and around the world. A vast display space at Bharat Mandapam The fa...