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'Goa most expensive tourist destination in India'

Goa, one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, is also becoming the most expensive destination in the country, say tour operators.4:30 PM on October 02

Railways, Punjab government to launch luxury train

The railways ministry and the Punjab government have signed an agreement to launch a luxury train on the lines of the famed 'Palace on Wheels', a top railway official said here Wednesday.9:31 PM on October 01

Jakhu ropeway project hits roadblock in Himachal Pradesh

The aerial ropeway project linking the Ridge with the historical Hunuman Temple in Jakhu hills in Himachal Pradesh's state capital has hit a roadblock over violation of environment laws.2:00 PM on October 01

Mumbai may lose Haji Ali Juice Centre

As this city's landmark Haji Ali Dargah undergoes renovation, there is one question being asked by every resident - how will the proposed southward extension of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link to Nariman Point affect the shrine? There will be no effect, says the chairman of the trust that runs the shrine.1:31 PM on October 01

Haji Ali Dargah to rise again in Makrana marble

There is good news this Eid for Mumbai's most famous landmark in the Arabian Sea. Demolition and reconstruction work on the Haji Ali Dargah is finally starting. This time, it will be built in the same Makrana marble that was used for the Taj Mahal.11:01 AM on October 01

German woman molested by a group in Chandigarh

A young German woman was allegedly abducted and molested by a group of youth in the city in the wee hours of Sunday, police said.10:30 PM on September 28

Chandigarh gets a taste of international cuisines and loves it

Chandigarh is getting a taste of something other than butter chicken, and simply loving it. Italian, Mexican, Lebanese, Chinese and Continental cuisines are on offer at the International food festival here.4:00 PM on September 28

Chandigarh launches city cards, celebrates World Tourism Day

Chandigarh launched city cards Saturday, by which tourists will be able to avail various facilities and discounts in the city. The city celebrated World Tourism Day by also launching the tourism police, organising picnics, and an international food festival.10:00 PM on September 27

Dhumal flags off cycling marathon in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal Saturday flagged off country's toughest cycling marathon, the Hercules Mountain Biking Himachal 2008, from here.6:30 PM on September 27

Trains back on Kalka-Shimla world heritage railway

All the five trains were back on the world heritage Kalka-Shimla rail line in Himachal Pradesh Friday morning, a senior railway official said.12:00 PM on September 26

Puja tourism feels the pinch of liquidity crunch

The global economic crisis and liquidity crunch in the country are taking a toll on tourism in West Bengal, with private operators and hoteliers complaining of a sharp drop in bookings for the coming festive season in the state.11:30 AM on September 26

Tourist transporters seek sops for Commonwealth Games 2010

A leading association of tourist transporters Wednesday sought active cooperation from the government in providing better transport facility for visitors to the city during the Commonwealth Games in 2010.8:30 PM on September 24

Over 100 people rescued in Himachal Pradesh, 100 still stranded

More than 100 marooned people, including foreigners, were rescued in the snow bound areas in Himachal Pradesh Wednesday, an official said. In other areas of the state, however, over 100 people are still stranded.8:30 PM on September 24

Northeast finally attracts attention of private firms

India's northeastern states can now hope for improvement in infrastructure and more business opportunities with as many as 247 companies showing interest in investing in the region, especially in the tourism sector, officials said Wednesday.7:02 PM on September 24

Jungfrau Railway invited to set up operations in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh has invited Switzerland's famed Jungfrau Railways to explore the possibility of setting up railway projects at strategic locations in the state to boost tourism.10:02 PM on September 23