Udaipur Tourism Hits Record High in 2025
Udaipur welcomed a record 21.6 lakh tourists in 2025, its highest footfall in eight years. Discover how domestic travel fueled this remarkable recovery and growth for the Lake City.
Udaipur welcomed a record 21.6 lakh tourists in 2025, its highest footfall in eight years. Discover how domestic travel fueled this remarkable recovery and growth for the Lake City.
Kerala's Wayanad hosts 'Her Trails 2026', a national conclave promoting women's leadership & safe tourism. Join the initiative on Jan 17-18.
Maharashtra government sanctions ₹73.33 lakh for Chikhaldara, Vidarbha's only hill station, as part of a ₹4.40 crore package for six hill towns to improve tourist infrastructure. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launches 'That's You' campaign to promote slow tourism, easing pressure on popular spots and boosting local villages. Discover the new strategy.
Chandigarh's Sports Department is developing a digital portal to streamline grant disbursement and monitor sports associations. This move aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in fund management.
A special CBI court rejects anticipatory bail for Chetan Gupta in the Rs 1.14 crore PGI grant scam. The fraud involved diverting patient funds via a photocopy shop. Read the full investigation details.
PEC University partners with Indian Oil for a major R&D boost. A Rs 10.7 lakh CSR grant will fund advanced gas sensor technology and lab upgrades. Discover the future of industry-academia collaboration.
Tamil Nadu government plans a new Mangrove Conservation Centre in Pichavaram, aiming to boost eco-tourism and protect biodiversity. Read about the sustainable development plans.
A Kolkata primary school that received Rs 12 lakh from Venezuela under Hugo Chavez held a peace prayer for the nation amid its current crisis. Read about the enduring legacy of a 2005 visit.
Panjab University finally receives Rs 5 crore mobilisation advance for pending hostel construction. VC confirms funds must be used within FY 2025-26. Read about the delayed projects and future assurances.
The Trump administration directs Head Start to avoid terms like 'race' and 'disability' in grants, sparking a lawsuit and fears over program integrity. Learn about the impact on early childhood services.
Savitribai Phule Pune University will fund colleges up to Rs 14,000 to host young entrepreneurs for interactive talks in February, aiming to boost innovation and startup awareness among students.
Kerala government sanctions Rs 7.79 crore for Kadamakkudy Rural Backwater Tourism, aiming to boost local economy and infrastructure while preserving ecology. Discover the future of this island paradise.
Explore how Olympic legend Grant Hackett built a $7-12 million net worth and his life with Sharlene Fletcher. Discover his career transition and their financial stability. Read more!
Tamil Nadu Tourism invites domestic & international tourists to experience Pongal festivities in Madurai villages. Witness Jallikattu, cultural performances & traditional celebrations. Register now!
Delhi government launches a comprehensive strategy to shift from a stopover to a high-value tourism hub. Plans include gap analysis, new circuits, and boosting medical & concert tourism.
Gujarat gears up for the Suvali Beach Festival 2026 from Jan 9-11. Enjoy cultural performances, adventure sports, and local cuisine. Plan your visit with special bus services!
NITI Aayog approves Rs 1.64 crore for a Zero Waste Pineapple Innovation Hub in Assam's Cachar district to boost value addition, jobs, and sustainability. Read how this project will transform the local agrarian economy.
Punjab Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal distributed Rs 3.72 crore housing grants in Moonak and launched a Rs 32.8 lakh flood control project on the Ghaggar river. Read about the state's initiatives for farmers and underprivileged families.
Prof Jai Shankar Prasad Pandey of Lucknow University secures a major ICSSR grant to research how Generation Z is transforming family dynamics in four Indian metros. Discover the study's goals.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.
Ranchi University launches a free financial literacy course with Arthniti. XLRI students present industrial policy ideas for Jharkhand. CUJ professors secure ICSSR grant for women's autonomy research.
Maharashtra cabinet approves transfer of over 3 acres of unused MTDC land in Chikhaldara to Shri Ambadevi Sansthan for religious development, aiming to boost tourism and devotee facilities.
Telangana unveils ambitious Tourism Policy 2025-2030, securing over ₹22,324 crore in investments to generate 90,000 jobs. Key initiatives include international festivals and 27 special tourism zones.
Telangana Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao urges officials to adopt international standards to transform the state into a premier global destination, focusing on longer stays and cultural exchange.
Madikeri MLA Manthar Gowda announces a special ₹80 crore grant for road development in Kodagu. The funds, pending CM's approval, aim to transform State Highway-85 and address long-standing public demands.
Lucknow University BTech students secure CST-UP grant for AI & IoT-based smart agriculture system 'Krishi Sakhi'. The project aims to empower farmers with data-driven decisions. Read more.
Banaras Hindu University wins its largest Erasmus+ grant of €780,000 for a 3-year project on sustainable religious tourism, uniting 16 institutions across 8 countries. Explore the details.
Banaras Hindu University's Faculty of Arts wins a landmark €780,000 Erasmus+ grant for a 3-year project on sustainable religious tourism, uniting 16 institutions across 8 countries.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini laid the foundation for two new health centres in Kharkhoda and announced a Rs 5 crore grant for local development. The move aims to boost healthcare infrastructure in the region.