Colombo: Sri Lanka witnessed a significant decline in tourist arrivals in March, with authorities attributing the drop to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. According to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), the country had recorded 277,327 arrivals in January and 279,328 in February, reflecting a steady upward trend. However, this momentum was disrupted Read More…
Jaipur: The Rajasthan Forest Department on Wednesday launched ‘Project Caracal’ at the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve to strengthen conservation efforts for the rare and elusive wild cat species. The initiative was unveiled during a ‘Caracal Conservation Workshop’ attended by senior officials, wildlife experts, researchers and representatives from conservation organisations. The project aims to protect the Caracal, Read More…
New Delhi: One of the capital’s most cherished green spaces, Lodhi Garden, marked its 90th anniversary on Thursday, reaffirming its status as a vital “urban oasis” in the heart of the city. Spread across nearly 90 acres, the historic garden is home to centuries-old tombs, diverse plant species, and a variety of birds, making it Read More…
A chick of the endangered Great Indian Bustard has been born in Gujarat’s Kutch after a gap of ten years, marking a significant conservation milestone. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that the birth was achieved through a “jumpstart approach,” a specialised conservation method. The initiative was carried out in coordination with the Ministry, forest Read More…
Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik on Monday said the state government had requested the Reliance Foundation to accommodate leopards at its Vantara facility, adding that 25 big cats have already been relocated there. Speaking in the state legislative council during discussions on amendments to the Wildlife Protection Act as applicable to Maharashtra, Naik highlighted a Read More…
A 27-year-old veterinarian died after being attacked by a hippopotamus at the Tyavarekoppa Zoo. The victim, Dr Sameeksha Reddy, was working on a contract basis with the forest department. She was also undergoing training at the zoo. The incident happened late Thursday night. Officials said she had gone to the zoo hospital around 10.30 pm Read More…
Kuthlur village in Karnataka has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Tourism Village’ in a competition organized by the Ministry of Tourism. Launched in February to promote sustainable tourism and highlight the cultural and natural beauty of India’s rural regions, the competition attracted entries from across the country. Kuthlur’s success was driven by the Read More…
In a significant shift for Indian aviation, Vistara will stop taking bookings for flights scheduled on or after November 12, 2024, as it prepares to merge with Air India. The last Vistara-branded flight will be on November 11, 2024, after which the airline’s operations will be fully integrated into Air India. This merger, announced in Read More…
Lakshadweep’s Agatti Airport Sees Passenger Numbers Double Amidst Maldives Boycott The once-popular Maldives is losing its appeal among Indian tourists, with the April to June quarter of 2024 showing a significant shift in travel trends. Agatti Airport in Lakshadweep handled 22,990 passengers during this peak travel period, a substantial increase from the 11,074 passengers in Read More…