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October 31, 2025 10:28 AM

Egypt hopes vast new museum by the Pyramids will accelerate tourism revival

Egyptian officials are hoping the inauguration of a vast new museum on Saturday will accelerate the revival of a tourism industry hampered for more than a decade by internal upheaval, a pandemic and regional conflicts. Officials believe the Grand Egyptian Museum, or GEM, alone could draw as many as 7 million additional visitors annually after it opens on Saturday, helping boost total visitors to around 30 million by 2030. Overlooking the Giza Pyramids, the 500,000-square-meter edifice will hou...

September 16, 2025 9:22 AM

Nepal’s deadly protests hammer tourism sector as arrivals fall 30%

Nepal’s deadliest protests in decades erupted just as the country entered its peak tourist season, dealing a blow to businesses that had been preparing to welcome trekkers from around the globe to experience its world-famous trails. Shops, pubs and restaurants lining the neatly organized alleys of places like Thamel — Kathmandu's bustling tourist hub — remained largely deserted, even after reopening in the aftermath of a violent anti-corruption protest that left 72 dead over 2,000 injured...

August 6, 2025 10:24 AM

Toxic algae bloom off South Australia devastates marine life, tourism

A massive outbreak of toxic algae off South Australia, which has devastated hundreds of species of marine life and disrupted local tourism and fishing, is a "natural disaster," state Premier Peter Malinauskas said on Tuesday. The algal bloom, first detected in March, spans an area 4,500 square km (1,737 square miles) in size and has been aggravated by rising ocean temperatures, according to environment officials. “There are over 400 different species of marine life that have been killed off ...

July 22, 2025 3:06 PM

Toxic algae bloom off South Australia devastates marine life, tourism

July 1, 2025 10:28 AM

India hosts first-ever ASEAN–India Cruise Dialogue in Chennai to boost maritime cooperation and tourism

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the first-ever ASEAN–India Cruise Dialogue in Chennai on Monday, marking a significant milestone in maritime cooperation between India and Southeast Asian nations. Held aboard the MV Empress at Chennai Port, the dialogue brought together over 30 delegates from all ten ASEAN countries, along with Timor Leste, to explore ways to enhance cruise connectivity, promote sustainable tourism, and strengthen cultural and ...

May 23, 2025 2:15 PM

PM Modi highlights infrastructure revolution in Northeast, positions region as gateway to ASEAN

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the inaugural session of the Rising North East Summit on Friday, underscored the transformative role of infrastructure in boosting tourism, trade, and investment in the North Eastern region. He said the government has launched an “Infrastructure Revolution” in the North East, aimed at addressing historical challenges and transforming the region into a “Land of Opportunities.” “Well-developed roads, reliable power infrastructure, and effic...

March 6, 2025 3:55 PM

No season should be off-season for Uttarakhand, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stressed the need for year-round tourism in Uttarakhand, stating that "no season should be off-season" for the region. Speaking at a public gathering in Harsil, he highlighted the economic benefits of sustained tourism and expressed his government's commitment to strengthening the state's economy through tourism development. At the outset, the Prime Minister extended his condolences to the families affected by the recent tragic incident in Mana. He ackn...

March 5, 2025 11:22 PM

Committed to strengthening Uttarakhand’s economy through tourism: PM Modi ahead of visiting Mukhwa Devi temple on Thursday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his government’s commitment to boosting Uttarakhand’s economy through tourism ahead of his scheduled visit to the Mukhwa Devi temple on Thursday. PM Modi will perform pooja and darshan at the winter seat of Maa Ganga in Mukhwa at 9:30 AM before flagging off a trek and bike rally. He will then address a public gathering in Harsil at 10:40 AM, the Prime Minister’s Office stated. "We are committed to further strengthening Uttarakhand’s economy by pr...

December 18, 2024 4:14 PM

Tourism and hospitality sector to create over 61 lakh jobs by 2036-37: CII-EY report

India's tourism and hospitality sector is poised for a significant expansion, with an additional 61.31 lakh workers required by 2036-37 to meet the rising demand, as per a report by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and EY. The whitepaper, titled "Employment Landscape in Tourism and Hospitality in India," was unveiled at the 18th Annual CII Tourism Summit. It offers a forward-looking analysis of employment trends, emphasizing the sector’s vital role in boosting economic growth and jo...

September 27, 2024 6:30 PM

Ministry of Tourism launches ‘Paryatan Mitra’ and ‘Paryatan Didi’ for responsible tourism

On World Tourism Day, the Ministry of Tourism launched a nationwide initiative called 'Paryatan Mitra' and 'Paryatan Didi' to promote responsible tourism across India. The initiative, which was piloted in six key tourist destinations—Orchha (Madhya Pradesh), Gandikota (Andhra Pradesh), Bodh Gaya (Bihar), Aizawl (Mizoram), Jodhpur (Rajasthan), and Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands)—focuses on enhancing the tourist experience. By educating those who regularly engage with tourist...