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Railways mandates display of food menus and prices to enhance passenger transparency

The new initiative is set to elevate onboard dining by improving quality, ensuring food safety, and giving travelers easy online access to menus, letting them explore options before or during their journey.

Indians going to domestic, international destinations this long weekend on Holi

PM Modi proposes year-round tourism in Uttarakhand to boost economy

Goa rolls out QR code system to ease tourist vehicle checks

Bali considers Bhutan-style tourism model to address budget tourist concerns

Bali proposes a daily fee for foreign tourists, similar to Bhutan’s US$100 Sustainable Development Fee, with a visitor cap of 400,000 annually, to manage tourism and safeguard the island's economy.

India has a great future in the tourism sector: Union Minister Shekhawat

Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said, "The infrastructure that we see in Delhi, Mumbai and other places... The way it has grown, indicate that India is standing at the threshold of strong possibilities."

Unlock UK experience: 3,000 Indian nationals invited for the Young Professionals Scheme for two years

The UK government opens applications for the UK-India Young Professionals Scheme 2025, offering Indian nationals the chance to live, work, study, and travel in the UK for up to two years. The free ballot will be available on gov.uk from 2:30 pm (IST) on Feb 18.

IIM Lucknow study finds out what kind of language by chatbots can help gain customer trust

The researchers did three comprehensive studies to assess customers’ responses to different kinds of apologies. The participants interacted with chatbots, designed using the "Bot Penguin" platform, which offered either abstract or concrete apologies based on their programming.

Mahakumbh 2025: 3-day International Bird Festival to be organized in Prayagraj from Feb 16

In line with the Prayagraj Mela administration's directive, a special eco-tourism plan has been prepared for the devotees. They will be able to experience bird watching and learn about the importance of natural habitats.

Nepal govt halts solo expeditions to Mt Everest, other peaks above 8000 meters

The revised regulations require a high-altitude support staff or mountain guide to be assigned for every two climbers for peaks above 8,000 meters, including the 8,849 meters tall Mt Everest.