India has recorded 42.63 lakh foreign tourist arrivals (FTAs) during the first two quarters of 2025 (January - June), according to official data released by the Bureau of Immigration. The figures were shared in a written reply by Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.

The launch of the Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express reported to deliver multiple far-reaching benefits by significantly strengthening rail connectivity across four states—Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. It introduces the first direct train service to Shirdi from the south coastal belt of Andhra Pradesh for devotees. By directly linking Tirupati and Shirdi, the service enhances

Ministry of Tourism through its central sector schemes of ‘Swadesh Darshan (SD)’, ‘Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0)’, ‘Challenge Based Destination Development (CBDD)’ –a sub-scheme of SD2.0, ‘Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD)’ and ‘Assistance to Central Agencies (ACA) for Tourism Infrastructure Development’ complements the efforts of tourism infrastructure...

We are not there yet. No one is there yet. However, some countries are undeniably doing better than others. The clue is always in the awareness, belief that change is possible and choosing wisely, says Shoba Rudra, Founder, RARE India. There is so much going on around the world to promote sustainable travel as news in the media seems to reflect.

Notably, this scheme envisages to develop homestays in tribal areas to promote responsible tourism and enhance livelihood opportunities for tribal communities.

This initiative aims to further enhance the overall experience of pilgrims, tourists and students.

Wonderla Holidays Limited celebrated the formal inauguration of Wonderla Chennai, its first park in Tamil Nadu and fifth in the country. The park was inaugurated by M.K. Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, in the presence of Dr. T.R.B Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Government of Tamil Nadu, T. M. Anbarasan, Minister for MSME, Government of Tamil Nadu, other senior government officials, and...

He succeeds V. Vidyavathi, IAS (1991 batch), who has been moved to take charge as Secretary of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.

During the ongoing 13th ITM, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu's proposal for regional convergence and joint promotion approach, supported by transformative infrastructure projects across the region, signalled a positive omen.

The return of this flagship event to the northeastern state represents a strategic pivot in India's ambitious plan to transform the region into a unified, world-class tourism circuit. With infrastructure and connectivity strengthening, tourism seeing an upsurge, over INR 3,000 cr invested in 65 projects, the Ministry of Tourism is betting big on this year's event.