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Edition No: 979 - 3rd April, 2025
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Over 121,000 tourists visit Nepal in March by air
Nepal welcomed 121,800 foreign tourists in March, 2025. Such number of tourists entered Nepal by air, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. A total of 298,000 tourists visited Nepal in the first three months of 2025, added NTB. Total 79,900 tourists entered Nepal in January, 96,800 in February.
Rising Nepal Daily
Nepal welcomed 121,800 foreign tourists in March, 2025. Such number of tourists entered Nepal by air, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. A total of 298,000 tourists visited Nepal in the first three months of 2025, added NTB. Total 79,900 tourists entered Nepal in January, 96,800 in February.
Rising Nepal Daily
Shimla all set to get Asia’s longest ropeway; to ferry 2000 passengers per hour
Shimla, one of the most sought-after hill stations in India, is all set to get Asia's longest ropeway, and witness a major infrastructural milestone. The ropeway spanning across 60 km is expected to revolutionise transport and tourism in the region. Reports further add that the ropeway, with 15 key boarding points and 660 cabins,will significantly ease traffic congestion while offering a unique aerial view of the scenic landscapes.
Times of India
Shimla, one of the most sought-after hill stations in India, is all set to get Asia's longest ropeway, and witness a major infrastructural milestone. The ropeway spanning across 60 km is expected to revolutionise transport and tourism in the region. Reports further add that the ropeway, with 15 key boarding points and 660 cabins,will significantly ease traffic congestion while offering a unique aerial view of the scenic landscapes.
Times of India
Ooty tourists struggle as shops shut, autos on strike over e-pass rule
Commercial establishments downed shutters while autos and tourist taxies kept off roads here on Wednesday in protest against the e-pass system implemented in line with a court verdict to keep the movement of vehicles under check. The agitation severely affected tourists who complained of exorbitant pricing of available hotel rooms and food. The protest, which was total, mainly affected the tourists as they did not have access to hotel rooms and food as hotels and restaurants remained closed.
Business Standard
Commercial establishments downed shutters while autos and tourist taxies kept off roads here on Wednesday in protest against the e-pass system implemented in line with a court verdict to keep the movement of vehicles under check. The agitation severely affected tourists who complained of exorbitant pricing of available hotel rooms and food. The protest, which was total, mainly affected the tourists as they did not have access to hotel rooms and food as hotels and restaurants remained closed.
Business Standard
India’s New Ropeway Project Between Biswanath Ghat and Umatumani Island Set to Boost Assam’s Cultural Tourism Industry
In a significant move to enhance accessibility and tourism in Assam, the Indian government has embarked on an ambitious project to construct a ropeway connecting Biswanath Ghat and Umatumani Island. This innovative transportation link is expected to reshape the travel experience in this culturally rich region, improving the overall appeal of the destinations it connects.
Travel And Tour World
In a significant move to enhance accessibility and tourism in Assam, the Indian government has embarked on an ambitious project to construct a ropeway connecting Biswanath Ghat and Umatumani Island. This innovative transportation link is expected to reshape the travel experience in this culturally rich region, improving the overall appeal of the destinations it connects.
Travel And Tour World
Safari, night stay at Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve now costlier
The Corbett Tiger Reserve administration has increased safari prices by up to 20% effective. A four-hour day safari in popular zones like Bijrani will now cost Rs 2,700, up from Rs 2,500, while safaris in Jhirna, Dhela, Durga Devi, and Garjiya zones have been raised to Rs 3,000 from Rs 2,800. The most significant hike is for night stays inside the reserve in Dhikala now priced now priced at Rs 7,250—up from Rs 6,000—marking a 20% increase.
Times of India
The Corbett Tiger Reserve administration has increased safari prices by up to 20% effective. A four-hour day safari in popular zones like Bijrani will now cost Rs 2,700, up from Rs 2,500, while safaris in Jhirna, Dhela, Durga Devi, and Garjiya zones have been raised to Rs 3,000 from Rs 2,800. The most significant hike is for night stays inside the reserve in Dhikala now priced now priced at Rs 7,250—up from Rs 6,000—marking a 20% increase.
Times of India
Thailand tops India’s wish list for diving: Agoda
Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled insights from its 2025 Scuba Deals Survey, shedding light on the preferences and motivations of scuba diving enthusiasts across Asia. From dream destinations to travel budgets, the survey highlights trends shaping the underwater travel scene. The survey, conducted across 11 markets in Asia, highlights the region’s prominence as a scuba diving haven, particularly in Southeast Asia.
Travel Biz Monitor
Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled insights from its 2025 Scuba Deals Survey, shedding light on the preferences and motivations of scuba diving enthusiasts across Asia. From dream destinations to travel budgets, the survey highlights trends shaping the underwater travel scene. The survey, conducted across 11 markets in Asia, highlights the region’s prominence as a scuba diving haven, particularly in Southeast Asia.
Travel Biz Monitor
Mechukha named India’s best mountain tourism destination
Mechukha, a destination that is being developed under Ministry of Tourism’s ‘Swadesh Darshan 2.0’ scheme, has come on top as India’s best mountain tourism destination at the India Today Travel Awards. The award was presented to Adong Moyong and Marto Bagra of Arunachal Pradesh Tourism Department by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tourism at a function.
Travel Trends Today
Mechukha, a destination that is being developed under Ministry of Tourism’s ‘Swadesh Darshan 2.0’ scheme, has come on top as India’s best mountain tourism destination at the India Today Travel Awards. The award was presented to Adong Moyong and Marto Bagra of Arunachal Pradesh Tourism Department by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tourism at a function.
Travel Trends Today
Bengaluru gets a Radisson RED debut as brand forays into South India
Bengaluru Hotels: Radisson RED is making its South India debut with the signing of Radisson RED Bengaluru City Centre, marking the lifestyle brand’s first presence in Bengaluru. This will be the fourth Radisson RED in India, strengthening Radisson Hotel Group’s growing footprint in Bengaluru, where it already operates five hotels and has three more in development.
The Economic Times
Bengaluru Hotels: Radisson RED is making its South India debut with the signing of Radisson RED Bengaluru City Centre, marking the lifestyle brand’s first presence in Bengaluru. This will be the fourth Radisson RED in India, strengthening Radisson Hotel Group’s growing footprint in Bengaluru, where it already operates five hotels and has three more in development.
The Economic Times
TreeHouse Hotels opens The Royal Chandra Mahal in Jaipur
TreeHouse Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its new property, TreeHouse The Royal Chandra Mahal, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The hotel is set in the "Pink City," renowned for its stunning pink buildings and cultural heritage, and is just 20 minutes from Jaipur Railway Station and Bani Park.
BW Hotelier
TreeHouse Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its new property, TreeHouse The Royal Chandra Mahal, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The hotel is set in the "Pink City," renowned for its stunning pink buildings and cultural heritage, and is just 20 minutes from Jaipur Railway Station and Bani Park.
BW Hotelier
Lemon Tree opens its 12th property in Pune
Lemon Tree Hotels announced the opening of Lemon Tree Hotel, Pune. Located in Chinchwad, this managed hotel marks the group’s twelfth property in Maharashtra, reinforcing its presence in the state. The hotel offers 117 well-appointed rooms and guests can experience diverse culinary experiences at Citrus Café, the hotel’s multi-cuisine coffee shop. The property features a fitness center and a swimming pool as well.
Hotelier India
Lemon Tree Hotels announced the opening of Lemon Tree Hotel, Pune. Located in Chinchwad, this managed hotel marks the group’s twelfth property in Maharashtra, reinforcing its presence in the state. The hotel offers 117 well-appointed rooms and guests can experience diverse culinary experiences at Citrus Café, the hotel’s multi-cuisine coffee shop. The property features a fitness center and a swimming pool as well.
Hotelier India
Kolkata airport adds 71,000 sq ft to accommodate 20 lakh more flyers per annum
The ongoing expansion of the integrated terminal at Kolkata airport will see an addition of over 71,000 sq ft in the departure and arrival levels, with three-fourth of the new space being added to the international wing. The work is scheduled to be completed by Dec. "The interim terminal expansion project that is underway will increase the terminal capacity from 2.6 crore passengers per annum to 2.8 crore passengers and will improve passenger amenities in both the international and domestic wings.
Times of India
The ongoing expansion of the integrated terminal at Kolkata airport will see an addition of over 71,000 sq ft in the departure and arrival levels, with three-fourth of the new space being added to the international wing. The work is scheduled to be completed by Dec. "The interim terminal expansion project that is underway will increase the terminal capacity from 2.6 crore passengers per annum to 2.8 crore passengers and will improve passenger amenities in both the international and domestic wings.
Times of India
Air India Express starts Tiruchi-Mumbai direct flight
Air India Express has launched direct flights from Tiruchi, Tamil Nadu to Mumbai. The Air India Express will operate the service from Tiruchi on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. As per the schedule, the flight will leave Tiruchi at 1.05 a.m. and reach Mumbai at 3.10 a.m.
Travel Biz Monitor
Air India Express has launched direct flights from Tiruchi, Tamil Nadu to Mumbai. The Air India Express will operate the service from Tiruchi on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. As per the schedule, the flight will leave Tiruchi at 1.05 a.m. and reach Mumbai at 3.10 a.m.
Travel Biz Monitor
SpiceJet’s New Daily Direct Flight From Ahmedabad To Dehradun Aims To Boost Tourism And Travel Connectivity Across India, Linking Gujarat And Uttarakhand
SpiceJet introduces a daily direct flight between Ahmedabad and Dehradun, enhancing travel options and boosting tourism ties between Gujarat and Uttarakhand in India. SpiceJet has launched a new daily direct flight between Ahmedabad and Dehradun as part of its Summer 2025 expansion, further enhancing domestic air travel connectivity. This service aims to provide smooth and convenient travel between Gujarat and Uttarakhand, serving both business and leisure passengers.
Travel And Tour World
SpiceJet introduces a daily direct flight between Ahmedabad and Dehradun, enhancing travel options and boosting tourism ties between Gujarat and Uttarakhand in India. SpiceJet has launched a new daily direct flight between Ahmedabad and Dehradun as part of its Summer 2025 expansion, further enhancing domestic air travel connectivity. This service aims to provide smooth and convenient travel between Gujarat and Uttarakhand, serving both business and leisure passengers.
Travel And Tour World
DreamSetGo named maiden Indian Hospitality Sales Agent for Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026
DreamSetGo, India’s premier sports travel platform, has been appointed as the first-ever Official Hospitality Sales Agent from India for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. The Italian Alps will serve as the majestic backdrop for this year’s Winter Olympics, offering an unparalleled setting for the world’s most exhilarating winter sports. In this exciting partnership with On Location, the Official Hospitality Provider for the Olympic Games, DreamSetGo is bringing Indian fans closer to the action more than ever before.
Travel Biz Monitor
DreamSetGo, India’s premier sports travel platform, has been appointed as the first-ever Official Hospitality Sales Agent from India for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. The Italian Alps will serve as the majestic backdrop for this year’s Winter Olympics, offering an unparalleled setting for the world’s most exhilarating winter sports. In this exciting partnership with On Location, the Official Hospitality Provider for the Olympic Games, DreamSetGo is bringing Indian fans closer to the action more than ever before.
Travel Biz Monitor
Israel Tourism Ministry Organizes Holy Land Pilgrimages Seminar in Kerala Ahead of Jubilee Year 2025
In a landmark event aimed at bolstering pilgrimage tourism between India and Israel, the Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT), in collaboration with the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI), hosted a seminar on “Pilgrims of Hope: Experiencing the Holy Land During the Jubilee Year 2025” at the Pastoral Orientation Centre (POC) in Kochi this March. This significant gathering brought together church leaders from diverse Christian traditions.
APN News
In a landmark event aimed at bolstering pilgrimage tourism between India and Israel, the Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT), in collaboration with the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI), hosted a seminar on “Pilgrims of Hope: Experiencing the Holy Land During the Jubilee Year 2025” at the Pastoral Orientation Centre (POC) in Kochi this March. This significant gathering brought together church leaders from diverse Christian traditions.
APN News
Exploring India’s border areas through battlefield tourism
India’s border areas offer a rich tapestry of cultural experiences and natural beauty. The terrain has so much to offer. The creeks and swamps and the Rann Utsav in the Rann of Kutch slowly give way to the treacherous Thar desert, the railway villages of Gadra and Munabao, the fort of Jaisalmer and the famous battlefield of Longewala.
Firstpost
India’s border areas offer a rich tapestry of cultural experiences and natural beauty. The terrain has so much to offer. The creeks and swamps and the Rann Utsav in the Rann of Kutch slowly give way to the treacherous Thar desert, the railway villages of Gadra and Munabao, the fort of Jaisalmer and the famous battlefield of Longewala.
Firstpost
Kashmir’s Badamwari Garden Becomes A Must-Visit Destination For India Tourism With Almond Blossoms
Kashmir’s Badamwari Garden blooms with stunning almond blossoms, drawing global tourists and boosting India’s tourism, marking the arrival of a magical spring season. Spring has graced Kashmir, and the enchanting Almond Blossoms in Badamwari Garden are the perfect evidence of this vibrant season. Also known as Badam Vaer, the garden has become a magnet for tourists, transforming into a floral haven that draws visitors from all over the world.
Travel And Tour World
Kashmir’s Badamwari Garden blooms with stunning almond blossoms, drawing global tourists and boosting India’s tourism, marking the arrival of a magical spring season. Spring has graced Kashmir, and the enchanting Almond Blossoms in Badamwari Garden are the perfect evidence of this vibrant season. Also known as Badam Vaer, the garden has become a magnet for tourists, transforming into a floral haven that draws visitors from all over the world.
Travel And Tour World
