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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS - April 2024

Apr 2024

Dec 17, 2024

Delhi Airport Connects to 150 Destinations, Becomes Country's First

Delhi airport operator DIAL said that the airport now provides connectivity to 150 destinations.
Thai AirAsia X launched direct flights between Delhi and Bangkok-Don Mueang (DMK), marking the 150^th destination connected to Delhi airport.
Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also became the first airport in the country to connect 150 destinations.
Of all the long-haul destinations from India, 88 per cent of destinations are connected from Delhi and 56 per cent of all long-haul weekly flights departing from India, operate from Delhi.

Russia Offers Visa-Free Travel for Indians in 2025

Indians may soon enjoy visa-free travel to Russia as part of a new initiative expected to begin in the spring of 2025. This move follows bilateral discussions between India and Russia in June 2024, aimed at easing visa restrictions and encouraging group tourist exchanges. Currently, Indian nationals require visas to visit Russia, but the upcoming agreement could significantly streamline travel processes, boosting tourism and strengthening bilateral ties.
Russia currently offers visa-free entry to China and Iran under its group tourist exchange program.
The program has boosted tourism from these countries, prompting Russia to replicate it with India.

Dec 07, 2024

IIT Madras Develops Test Track for 1,100 km/h Avishkar Hyperloop

IIT Madras successfully completed a 410-meter test track for Hyperloop, marking an important milestone in India's journey towards advanced transportation systems, following Bullet Train and Hydrogen Train tests. The completion of this track was announced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Vaishnaw praised the efforts of the Railways, the IIT Madras Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr, an incubated start-up at the institute, for their contributions to the project.
Hyperloop technology is designed to revolutionise transportation by allowing pods to travel at speeds of up to 1,100 km/h. These pods will move through low-pressure tubes, creating a frictionless environment that will not only increase the speed of travel but also improve energy efficiency.

Dec 06, 2024

IndiGo Ranks among Worst Airlines Globally in AirHelp 2024 Report

India's largest airline IndiGo was listed among the world's worst airlines by European air passenger claims processing and facilitating agency AirHelp, which ranked the airline at the 103rd spot out of a total of 109 airlines in the rankings. Reacting to the AirHelp rankings, IndiGo has refuted the survey and even questioned its credibility.
AirHelp releases an annual ranking of international airlines and airports. The rankings for airlines are based on three criteria — on-time performance, customer opinion, and processing of compensation claims. According to AirHelp, the three criteria contribute to the airline's score in equal measure, or 33.33 per cent each.
Brussels Airlines was ranked at the pole position, followed by Qatar Airways, and United Airlines with scores of 8.12, 8.11, and 8.04, respectively.

Dec 04, 2024

UNESCO Declares West Bengal a Top Heritage Tourism Destination

West Bengal's tourism sector received international recognition with UNESCO declaring it a top destination for heritage tourism. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasised the state's significant progress in religious, heritage, and tea tourism. This development has not only boosted tourism but also generated employment for thousands of youth. West Bengal's focus on enhancing iconic religious sites and heritage spots is driving its tourism to new heights, fostering job creation, and making it a key player in India's tourism landscape.
West Bengal's emphasis on heritage tourism has yielded notable results. The state's concerted efforts to develop religious sites like the Dakshineshwar and Kalighat temples are transforming it into a hub for pilgrims and heritage tourists. Additionally, the under-construction Jagannath temple at Digha is expected to attract even more devotees upon completion.

Dec 03, 2024

India Gets First Water Transport Service 'Uber Shikara' In Srinagar

Asia's first water transport service, 'Uber Shikara', is now available in J&K's picturesque Dal Lake.
Uber rolled out Asia's first water transport service with shikara bookings on its app.
Tourists visiting the Dal Lake will now enjoy a hassle-free travel experience with the launch of Uber's first water transport service 'Uber Shikara'.
This innovative initiative aims to combine technology with tradition allowing travellers to pre-book shikara rides through the popular ride-hailing app.
The service was launched by Uber India and South Asia President Prabhjeet Singh.

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