Ministry Top Stories

Rajasthan to develop new tourist destinations across all districts

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Tuesday, 12 September 2023, 12:00 PM 493

In an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming the state’s tourism landscape, the Rajasthan Tourism Department is actively identifying and developing new tourist destinations across all districts. This comprehensive endeavour encompasses development, restoration, and conservation efforts for two distinct tourist spots in each district. These projects are already Continue Reading

Outbound Top Stories

Singapore Gears up for Grand Prix Season’s 14th Edition

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Saturday, 9 September 2023, 1:00 PM 459

The Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) returns from 8 to 17 September 2023, featuring electrifying precinct parties spread across four distinctive locations and an enticing array of race-themed lifestyle experiences throughout the city. Designed to cater to diverse tastes and interests, GPSS offers an array of experiences that inspire both locals and visiting travellers to Continue Reading

Inbound Top Stories

Foreign tourist arrivals double in the first half of 2023

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Thursday, 7 September 2023, 1:00 PM 571

Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) in the first half of CY23 have gone up by 106 per cent, only 17 per cent short of pre-Covid levels. This means that inbound tourism is inching close to pre-Covid levels. Experts believe that this year, FTAs will return to pre-Covid levels. Yet, foreign exchange earnings (FEEs) are 46 per […]Continue Reading

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STB appoints Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Tuesday, 5 September 2023, 11:00 AM 583

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1. He will succeed Raymond Lim as the India market lead based in New Delhi, leading STB’s promotion, and travel trade engagement activities in Northern and Eastern India to sustain and grow affinity […]Continue Reading

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Korea Visa Application Centres start operations in Chennai and Bengaluru

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Monday, 4 September 2023, 1:30 PM 510

The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chennai, India, launched its new and spacious visa application centres in Chennai and Bengaluru from September 01 2023 for the convenience of travellers in that region. Travellers to South Korea from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Pondicherry, and Tamil Nadu will now be able to submit their […]Continue Reading

Outbound Top Stories

GNTO witnesses 209% y-o-y growth in overnights by Indians in 2022

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Thursday, 10 August 2023, 10:00 AM 555

As per data from the German National Tourist Board, the country has seen a growth of 209 per cent in overnight stays by Indians in 2022 compared to the previous year. The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) and German Embassy in India addressed the press to showcase Germany as a must-visit destination.  pIn 2022, Indians […]Continue Reading