The 5th edition of India Expo Shop 2025, organised by the Indian Exhibitions, Conferences and Events Services Association (IESA), opened today at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka (August 12–13), reporting to host over 100 exhibitors, over 300 decision-makers, and more than 2,000 professionals, all converging to explore innovation, sustainability and next-gen opportunities in the MICE sector.

This information including other initiatives by the Ministry of Tourism were shared by the Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat during a recent Rajya Sabha session.

During his welcome address to Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his delegation, Modi highlighted this visa facilitation measure as part of broader efforts to strengthen bilateral relations as the two nations celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties.

The project of Mangoldoi - Mazikuchi road from KM 11+000 to KM 26+200, in Assam will be implemented under the North-East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) - Roads.

Ministry of Tourism has issued operational guidelines along with a detailed project report (DPR) template under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. Accordingly, 87 project proposals reported to have been submitted by the States through the online portal, and 40 projects have been sanctioned under the scheme,

As part of this association, an installation is planned at the NMACC, alongside a celebration event.

This story aims to present a comprehensive analysis of the impact of geopolitical developments on the Indian tourism sector. It weaves in voices from the ground, and understand how India is poised to make its way from darkness to light.