Digital Kumbh Museum to become centre of attraction during Mahakumbh 2025

 Digital Kumbh Museum to become centre of attraction during Mahakumbh 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government is making extensive preparations for ‘Mahakumbh 2025.’ The Tourism Department is engaged in the development of tourism sites, and the beautification of temples, along with providing public facilities, for the ‘Mahakumbh 2025’, said the state authorities.

In this sequence, the construction of the ‘Digital Kumbh Museum’ is also proposed by the Tourism Department. This digital Kumbh Museum, to be built at a cost of Rs 60 crores, will also serve as an attraction for the devotees coming here.

In addition to showcasing the culture of the country and the state, it will offer insights into the mythological and historical significance of the Kumbh Mela. The tourism department has recently presented this proposal to the chief secretary.

The state officials say that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s intention is to make the Mahakumbh 2025, to be held in Prayagraj, the most divine and grand event ever. As per his vision, all kinds of civic facilities should be accessible to devotees from all over the country and the world coming to Prayagraj, they added.

In a recent meeting, CM Yogi said that the Kumbh Mela in 2025 will be cherished for a very long time by the devotees and that when they leave, they will extol its virtues. The development work in this area is progressing in line with the goals of the Chief Minister.

According to the proposal, the Digital Kumbh Museum will provide people with a modern Kumbh experience as it will be equipped with facilities such as Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC), and audio-video rooms. It will also feature various galleries with spiritual themes, including the Spiritual and Kumbh Mela Interpretation Gallery, Samudra Manthan Gallery, and Akhada Gallery.

The museum will provide facilities like a food plaza and souvenir shop, allowing visitors to purchase literature and products related to the Kumbh Mela. Additionally, there will be facilities such as a Cultural Haat (Akshayavat), a museum, a gallery and theatre (Amrit Kalash), and a guest house.

According to the proposed outline of the Digital Kumbh Museum, the three rivers (Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati) will be displayed using three different colors, based on animated fractal geometry and static graphics will also be used.

Following that, the interactive map of Prayagraj will be presented on a large screen in the Interpretation Gallery, which can be explored through touch interactions. Here, along with the history of Prayagraj, information about the modern city will also be provided.

In the Samudra Manthan Gallery, the epic tale of ‘Samudra Manthan’ will be presented through floor projection. The Akhada Gallery will showcase the Akhada culture prevalent in the country. It will have an interactive wall related to Shankaracharya, describing his journey. In the Temporal City, there will be video walls, while in the ‘Triveni Sangam’ there will be a combination of floor, wall, and ceiling.

Regarding the preparations for MahaKumbh 2025, the Tourism Department has proposed various other development works, including the development and beautification of Bharadwaj Ashram, Dwadash Madhav Mandir, Nagvasuki Mandir, Dashashwamedh Mandir, Manakameshwar Mandir, Alopashankari Mandir, Padilla Mahadev Mandir, temples along the Panchkoshi Parikrama Path, Koteshwar Mahadev, and Kalyani Mandir.

Additionally, there are plans for the beautification and construction of Takshak Tirth, temples in the Karachna area, Akshayavat/Saraswati Koop/Patalpuri Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, a floating jetty, and a restaurant. Other works including facade lights at Rahi Ilawart Hotel, the renovation and beautification of 18 new rooms, including the maintenance and beautification of three entrance gates along the main routes for Triveni Darshan are also part of the proposal.

The estimated cost for all these proposals, including the Digital Kumbh Museum, exceeds Rs 170 crore. In addition, there is an estimated cost of Rs 120 crore for various civil works, and Rs 18 crore for facade lighting-related works.

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Karnataka Announces Free Bus Travel For Female Passengers From June 1

Karnataka Announces Free Bus Travel For Female Passengers From June 1

Bengaluru: In some good news for women in Karnataka, the state government has announced that free bus travel for all female passengers starting June 1. The announcement came as a big relief for women in the state who had been expecting the announcement ever since Congress came to power in the recently held Assembly elections.

Karnataka Minister for Transport Ramalinga Reddy announced on Tuesday that all women can travel free of cost in the government buses in the state. He made the announcement while speaking to reporters after holding a meeting with Managing Directors of four divisions of the Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)
"The women can travel free of cost in government buses. There are no conditions. In our manifesto, we have not mentioned any conditions on scheme applicable for APL or BPL card-holders. State-wide women can travel at free of cost," he said.

"I have spoken to MDs and discussed pros and cons of the scheme. I will submit the report of the meeting, including the cost and other details to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in this regard. CM Siddaramaiah has already discussed it with the Principle Secretary of Transport department," minister Ramalinga Reddy explained.
The announcement comes in line with the poll promises made by the Congress when the party promised free bus rides for women in all state run buses, if the party is voted to power. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi even travelled in a local bus and assured that the scheme will be implemented soon after Congress comes to the power.
As Congress registered a thumping victory in the state, people started pressing the party to fulfill the poll promises. The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) staff and workers federation also wrote a letter to CM Siddaramaiah, asking him to implement the scheme. They said that a few women passengers are already refusing to pay the ticket fare while boarding the buses.

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Vistara inaugurates direct flights between Mumbai and London

Vistara inaugurates direct flights between Mumbai and London

Vistara today inaugurated its non-stop, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and London (London Heathrow). The inaugural flight, operated by the state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, departed from Mumbai at 14:35 Hours (IST) and is scheduled to arrive at London Heathrow Airport at 19:55 Hours (BST). Vistara’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is known for its distinctive features such as comfortable three-class seating, modern interiors, wireless connectivity on-board, cutting-edge in-flight entertainment system with live TV at 35,000 feet and wellness lighting solutions to name a few.

Vinod Kannan, Chief Executive Officer, Vistara, said, “We are excited to launch direct connectivity between Mumbai and London – a historically significant route for trade, business and leisure alike. While Mumbai is the financial capital of India, London holds critical importance in the global financial world while also being a popular destination for travel and tourism from India. This new route, at convenient departure and arrival timings, is in line with our continued efforts towards offering more flexibility and ease to our customers when planning their travel with India’s best airline. We believe that our world-class product complemented with our globally awarded service make for just the right combination for an exceptional flying experience. ”
Vistara celebrated the launch of the new international route with a ceremonious lamp lighting ceremony at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Customers will be offered themed delicacies on the inaugural flight including regional favourites – pav bhaji and keema pav, and London’s speciality beer – Brewdog Punk IPA, on the return flight.

 

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Radisson Hotel Group signs 11 new hotels in India

 

Radisson Hotel Group signs 11 new hotels in India

Radisson Hotel Group continues its ambitious growth and development plan in India with the signing of 11 new hotels across brands between January and April 2023. Located in key gateway cities and emerging destinations, these new hotels are present across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ujjain, Raipur, Sonamarg, Manali, Kerala, and Visakhapatnam.

The group also announced the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection in India with the signing of the first hotel in Hyderabad while expanding its portfolio across other brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, Park Inn and Suites by Radisson, and Radisson Individuals Retreats, a brand extension of Radisson Individuals. These signings further solidify the Group’s leading position in South Asia, with 110 operating hotels in 64+ locations.

Further strengthening its partnership with Ruptub Solutions Private Limited, the Group also signed three new hotels under its Park Inn and Suites by Radisson brand in Bengaluru and Kerala. With one signing every month since the brand launch in November 2022, Park Inn and Suites by Radisson is a smart hotel investment designed to maximise returns through a conversion-friendly business model that delivers a heartfelt experience.
The full list of signings between January and April 2023 includes:
Radisson Collection Hotel Hyderabad Financial District: The 300-room hotel is close to Hyderabad’s financial district, which houses business centers, IT Parks, and Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Once open, the hotel will feature 300 elegant rooms and suites. Equipped with alluring and contemporary interiors, guests can select their preferred stay from standard rooms, executive suites, deluxe suites, and presidential suites. The design of the hotel will be curated with a sophisticated tone, elegant architecture, local nuances, and in totality, an exceptional experience for all backed by Radisson Hotel Group’s global service standards. It is expected to be operational by Q2, 2026.

Radisson Blu Resort Hyderabad Chevella: Located in Chevella, the hotel enjoys proximity to key tourist attractions, including Charminar Fort, Nehru Zoological Park, and Salar Jung Museum amongst others. The 160-room hotel will provide standard room and executive room categories along with facilities such as all-day dining, specialty restaurant, bar, ballroom, lawn, kids club, spa, and fitness center. It is expected to open by Q2 2026.

Radisson Hotel Sonamarg: Located in picturesque Sonamarg, the hotel is surrounded by 360-degree scenic views of the Himalayan mountains. It enjoys proximity to Thajwas Glacier and Srinagar- Ladakh highway. The hotel is currently operational and equipped with spacious rooms, all-day dining, and a tea lounge.

Radisson Hotel Sonipat: The hotel is strategically located between two industrial towns – Panipat and Sonipat and is also the first branded offering in these cities. The 120-room hotel will offer standard and suite rooms to guests and would also be equipped with a gym, spa, and banquet space. It is expected to open in Q4 2024.

Radisson Hotel Ujjain: Situated in the pilgrim city of Ujjain, the hotel is located close to the famous temple of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga. The 150-room hotel will be the first branded offering in the city and when it opens will offer guests a choice between standard and executive suite rooms. It would further be equipped with an all-day dining, specialty restaurant, ballroom boardroom, banquet garden, swimming pool with deck, gymnasium, spa, yoga, and meditation center. It is expected to be operational by Q1 2026.

Radisson Hotel Raipur: Strategically located in Chhattisgarh’s capital city, the hotel boasts excellent visibility along the main road connecting Raipur with New Raipur. The 130-room hotel will offer standard rooms and executive suites along with other facilities, such as all-day dining, lounge bar, boardroom, conference room, ballroom, swimming pool, gymnasium, and spa. It is expected to open by Q4 2025.

Radisson Hotel Visakhapatnam: Strategically located in the Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone, the 120-room hotel will provide standard room and executive room categories along with facilities such as all-day dining, bar, tea lounge, banquet hall, meeting rooms, swimming pool, health club, and a spa. It is expected to open by Q2 2026.

Palchan Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats: Located in one of India’s most prominent leisure travel destinations, Manali, the hotel offers scenic views of the Beas River and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Major tourist attractions such as Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Gulaba Viewpoint, Jogini Waterfall, and Hidimba Devi Temple are located at a convenient 10-minute driving distance from the hotel. It will offer guests standard and suite category rooms along with facilities such as all-day dining, restaurant, bar, rooftop specialty restaurant, banquet hall, swimming pool, gymnasium, and spa. It is expected to open by Q3 2023.

Commenting on the development, Zubin Saxena, Managing Director and Area Senior Vice President, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group said, “2023 marks a significant milestone for us at Radisson Hotel Group as we have successfully completed our 25-year journey in the Indian market. To translate our ambitious five-year expansion plan, we have signed 11 new hotels since January and have a strong pipeline ahead for this year. Our focus remains on strengthening our brand structure while enabling quality hospitality for guests across India.”

IPL 2023 Bring Saudi Destinations in Focus

 

IPL 2023 Bring Saudi Destinations in Focus

The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) partnership with the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) has created an opportunity for Saudi to showcase its diverse tourism products to IPL’s audience.

Saudi aims to welcome 2 million visitors from India this year and India is expected to become its largest tourism source market by 2030. Saudi support for India’s sports sector is a strong example of market collaboration delivering results.

STA is tapping into this fanbase to boost awareness of Saudi as an exciting new year-round destination for Indian travelers, especially young people. The strategic partnership is broadening how India and Saudi are engaging with similarly overwhelmingly young demographics – with more than half of both populations below the age of 30.

Alongside the IPL partnership, Saudi is easing access for millions of visitors across India, inspiring Indian travelers to explore the authentic home of Arabia. Saudi has opened nine VFS Tasheel offices in different locations across India such as Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Kochi, Ahmedabad, and Bangalore providing practical support to Indian travelers interested in a trip to Saudi.
Indian visitors are eligible for the new Stopover Visa, introduced earlier this year, which will allow passengers traveling to a final destination on SAUDIA or Flynas to visit Saudi for up to 96 hours, which includes a complimentary hotel night for Saudia passengers.

These developments follow the rapid advancements in air connectivity between India and the Kingdom with seven direct carriers in operation – SAUDIA, Flynas, Air India, Air India Express, Indigo Airlines, Spice Jet and Vistara and the recently launched route between Jeddah and Ahmedabad by Indigo airlines which increases the accessibility between the two countries.

Alhasan Aldabbagh, APAC President at Saudi Tourism Authority, said, “Partnerships like the IPL are a key pillar of Saudi’s tourism strategy as they bring fans, athletes, and nations together while sparking curiosity from those that may want to be among the first to visit Saudi as a destination.”

Saudi has a fast-growing love for cricket. In 2020, the Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF) was set up, managing 16 regional associations in 11 cities, 8,000+ registered players, and 400+ registered clubs, with a total participation of 35,000 in domestic cricket tournaments and championships. The Saudi cricket national team is presently ranked 32nd out of 108 nations in cricket.

The collaboration will not only strengthen Saudi’s commitment to India as an important market but seeks to broaden Saudi’s association with cricket – with the Saudi Vision 2030 plan aiming to increase community participation in sports from 13 per cent to 40 per cent by 2030.

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Singapore Airlines extends unlimited complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi to customers in all cabin classes

 

Singapore Airlines (SIA) customers will enjoy the most comprehensive free unlimited Wi-Fi access in the airline industry from July 1, 2023, when the service is extended to all travellers in all cabin classes, including Premium Economy Class and Economy Class.

This enhanced Wi-Fi offering will be available virtually across the entire aircraft fleet and almost the entire global SIA route network.

As a result, customers across all cabin classes will be able to stay connected with loved ones, work online, or keep up to date with the latest news or their social media feeds, even from 36,000 feet in the sky.

To enjoy this service, customers must enter their KrisFlyer membership details at the point of booking through the Manage Booking online option, or at check-in. Non-KrisFlyer members may also sign up for their free membership online or on board their flight via the SIA digital content portal on their personal mobile devices to enjoy the complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi.

Suites, First Class, and Business Class customers, as well as PPS Club members, will continue to enjoy access to free unlimited in-flight Wi-Fi. Since February 2023, KrisFlyer members travelling in Premium Economy Class and Economy Class have enjoyed complimentary three- and two-hour Wi-Fi surf plans respectively.

Yeoh Phee Teik, Senior Vice President Customer Experience, Singapore Airlines, said, “In today’s increasingly hyper-connected world, high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity is one of the most important requirements for our customers. Giving them access to free unlimited Wi-Fi is yet another milestone in SIA’s continuous effort to offer an exceptional end-to-end travel experience. With this enhanced offering, our customers will be empowered to stay connected, entertained, and productive, even at 36,000 feet in the sky.”

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Manali-Leh highway is now open to all

 

As per the latest news, the Manali-Leh highway is now open to all. After being shut to the general public for months, the road has opened after the BRO cleared the 427 km highway of heavy snow in a record 138 days.

The highway is strategically important as it facilitates the movement of the armed forces and their supplies and wares to forward areas in the Ladakh region, bordering both China and Pakistan, as well as it connects Ladakh to the rest of India.

Reports have it that the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has cleared vehicular traffic for Ladakh via Srinagar and Manali in record time, supplementing the benefit of the Atal Tunnel in Himachal

The BRO, with a renewed focus on the early opening of all strategic roads and passes, has been working hard to reduce the closure duration and opening the road earlier than the previous years.

The 439 km Srinagar route opened on March 16 after 68 days, a far cry from the time when the 11,540 fy Zoji La, 100 km from Srinagar, used to remain closed for months. Also, the 427 km Manali-Leh road via the Atal Tunnel opened just recently after 138 days, against May/June earlier.

Reports add that the 16,561 ft Shinku La (pass) on the Nimu-Padam-Darcha (NPD) road opened on Thursday after a gap of 55 days. Early resumption of traffic on these routes will also help forces to space out - instead of pushing it in 3-4 months.

This will also allow trucking of civil and fresh supplies instead of costly air freight, whereas those travelling to Ladakh and guest workers will have a cheaper travel option than the flights, which remain the only means when road connectivity is hampered due to heavy snowfall.

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Nok Air To Expand India Operations

 Nok Air, which connected Indian city of Hyderabad to Don Mueang International Airport, Bangkok in February 2023, is quite bullish about the performance of this route. “We have done extensive evaluation and from our perspective, this route has a lot of potential in terms of both direct and connecting traffic. There is a lot of leisure and business travel from Hyderabad to various destinations in Thailand. There are a lot of first-time travellers, students, budget travellers who like to explore the unexplored goodness of Thailand,” Wutthiphum Jurangkool, CEO, Nok Air, told T3.

Explaining further, Jurangkool said that Thailand and India are meant to be closer, and Nok Air will definitely bridge the gap. Before Covid19, Nok Air operated direct flights from Bangkok to Visakhapatnam and Guwahati. “As we focus on the recently launched Bangkok – Hyderabad route, at the backend, we have already identified 3 cities for our expansion, and will evaluate and announce the same at the earliest,” the CEO said adding that India is a preferred market, and Nok Air would like to focus on all segments of travellers, be it leisure, business or students.

On the marketing and promotion in India, he said Nok Air is committed to increase the tourism footprint between Thailand and India. “Nok Air along with our partners in both the countries are promoting the seamless new connection. Our GSA in India – DEX Group helps us in strategic planning, and we will help each other look after all the B2C and B2B segments across India,” he added.

Nok Air has cemented its foot in the domestic market and is a preferred carrier for the masses. The airline recently forayed in the international market and believe that their services will be appreciated and valued, and Nok Air will get a chance to serve passengers from multiple nations.

Replying to a question over Thai Airways already operating from Hyderabad to Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Bangkok, Jurangkool said Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is one of two international airports serving Bangkok, second to Suvarnabhumi Airport. It has two terminals; Terminal 1 is for international flights, and Terminal 2 is for domestic and regional flights. The terminals are very well inter-connected. Car rentals, rideshares, taxis, shuttles, train rides, and buses are easily available for transport to and from the airport. With so much to offer, DMK City Airport is a preferred choice of travellers as it connects to the CBD in less than 30 minutes by land and rail. We wanted to create an alternate for a wider audience including family travellers, students and backpackers and allow them to explore Thailand at affordable prices.

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Western Australia Focuses on High Yielding Travellers from India

 

Carolyn Turnbull, Managing Director, Tourism Western Australia talks about the strategy for India market

Tourism Western Australia continues to work with key tourism trade partners in India to further promote its diverse product portfolio. Excerpts from interview:

How important is India as a source market for Western Australia (WA)?

India is Western Australia’s fastest growing inbound visitor market and represents an enormous growth opportunity for the state’s visitor economy. Pre-pandemic, India was WA’s ninth largest tourism market by number, with more than 30,000 Indians visiting Western Australia in 2019 and spending more than AU$63 million in Western Australia. It has now grown to become the fourth largest international visitor market with around 24,800 arrivals during March 2022 to February 2023, reflecting a recovery of 80+ per cent of pre-COVID levels.

The huge growth potential of the Indian inbound market is one of many reasons why the Western Australian Government’s mission to India last year was one of its first international trade missions after the pandemic. Led by the Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism, Roger Cook, I was delighted to join this mission to support reconnecting Western Australia and India and explore new and growing tourism opportunities between our two destinations. I also joined a WA Government delegation led by the Minister for Tourism in March 2023 to attend CAPA India Aviation Summit.

Additionally, Tourism WA has recently upscaled our investment in India with the appointment of international marketing agency T&A Consulting Private Limited, to drive our state’s trade marketing and public relations operations across the country. All of these efforts reflect the importance of the India source market to our state.

You started targeted promotion in India in 2018. Then there was Covid-19 and you returned in 2022. What is your short-to-medium-to-long-term marketing and promotional plan for the India market (including digital marketing)?

Western Australia’s new global tourism brand, ‘Walking On A Dream’, is inspired by our state’s unique Aboriginal culture, and invites travellers to visit WA to explore the attributes that make WA a wondrous and dreamlike place.

With this new brand, Tourism WA continues to target the High Yielding Traveller around the world and in India. High Yielding Travellers have an adventurous spirit and seek authentic experiences beyond the well-known.

Tourism WA’s marketing in India continues to show High Yielding Travellers all the dreamlike experiences available in Western Australia. Tourism WA continues to work with key tourism trade partners, including MakeMyTrip, Thomas Cook, Pick Your Trail, EaseMyTrip, and TBO, to further promote Western Australia through our new global tourism brand.

Tourism WA is also working with key influencers and celebrities from India to showcase the best of Western Australia, including Bollywood Actress Barkha Singh and the Indian Cricket Team, who have highlighted to Indian audiences their incredible experiences in iconic Western Australian locations like the beautiful Rottnest Island. We look forward to continuing to roll out campaigns that reflect our new global tourism brand to drive more consumer and trade interest in our state.

You have taken the cricketing route to promote WA in India with, Adam Gilchrist in 2019 and Brad Hogg in 2022 present during your India roadshows. Do you have any plans to appoint other cricketers as brand ambassadors?

Our vision is for Western Australia to become one of the top event capitals in South East Asia, and WA tourism advocates like Adam Gilchrist and Brad Hogg remain important spokespeople. We were also pleased to be able to work with Australian cricket legend Mitchell Johnson recently on an international campaign encouraging working holiday makers to ‘Come Follow the Sun’ to Western Australia and work and travel across our state.

We know that hosting world-class cricketing events in Western Australia offers a major drawcard for leisure visitors from the Indian market. Last October, when the highly anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup matches took place in Perth, there were almost 20 per cent more arrivals into Western Australia from India than in October 2019.

Do you have any plans to tap the India MICE & corporate segment?

The Western Australian Government recognizes that not only is the business events sector a significant financial contributor to WA, but that Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) events also elevate WA’s reputation as a leading business destination and knowledge centre, by showcasing our facilities and considerable intellectual capital.

In support of the sector, the WA Government has committed $32 million, through Business Events Perth, to be spent over four years from 2022 – 2026 to attract MICE events to our state from all over the world. As many as 108 national and international events have been secured for WA up to 2029, representing $107 million in economic impact for the destination. To ensure that delegates have an exceptional experience in our state, the WA Government has invested millions of dollars into revitalizing the Perth CBD, and in growing accommodation offerings across Perth.

Securing a direct aviation route from India to Western Australia is a key aviation priority for the Western Australian Government, WA Tourism Minister Mr Roger Cook said last year. Has there been any development on this?

India remains WA’s largest international market unserved by a direct air service and securing such a non-stop route between Perth and either Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru or Chennai is Tourism WA’s top aviation priority.

The WA Government, through Tourism WA, continues to work with our valued airline partners to grow our aviation capacity, and with Perth Airport as ‘Team Perth’ to secure a non-stop service between Western Australia and India. I was delighted to meet with key aviation stakeholders at this year’s CAPA India Aviation Summit in New Delhi, to explore flight opportunities and further strengthen the state’s travel and trade relationship with India.

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Beautification projects add glory to Tangmarg and Gulmarg, J-K's popular tourist destinations

 

Tangmarg and Gulmarg, two picturesque health resorts in north Kashmir's Baramullah District have undergone a remarkable transformation with the implementation of a beautification plan by the Urban Local Bodies (ULB) Kashmir. Expenditure of ₹1.64 crore on the beautification project aimed at repairing, redeveloping, restoring municipal assets, and enhancing the overall appeal of these towns.The plan was approved by the ULB Kashmir while the works were completed by the Municipal Committee Tangmarg, Gulmarg. The beautification plan was formulated on the directions of the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir following which the ULB Kashmir initiated a series of priority works, leading to a significant facelift of these areas.

A total of ₹16.36 lakh was allocated to renovate and upgrade GPO3 at Tangmarg, while GPO2 received a similar treatment with an investment of ₹12.33 lakh. renovation of the public park near the Bus Stand in Tangmarg has carried out at a cost of ₹2.69 lakh, and ₹18.24 lakh was utilised for the repair and upgrade of the compound wall and fencing around the Municipality Office and Town Hall in Tangmarg.
"We want to beautify other locations and also highlight the products which are famous in each area. We got an impetus due to G20 and we started a beautification plan from Tnagmarg and Gulmarg but these initiatives will continue in other areas as well," she said. The beautification plan of ULB Kashmir has elevated the charm and allure of Tangmarg and Gulmarg, which were already renowned as popular tourist destinations.

"The upgrading of infrastructure and the addition of new attractions aim to cater to the public needs and attract an even larger influx of tourists to these scenic areas," the Executive Officer of Municipal Council Tangmarg and Gulmarg Naveed Aijaz Khan said.

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PM Modi to inaugurate Assam's 1st Vande Bharat Express on Monday

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off Assam's first Vande Bharat Express at 12 noon on Monday via video-conferencing, according to a statement issued by the the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

The state-of-the-art train will provide the people of the region the means to travel with speed and comfort. It will also boost tourism in the region, the statement said. Connecting Guwahati with New Jalpaiguri, the train will help save about an hour of journey time, compared to the current fastest train connecting the two places. Vande Bharat will cover the journey in five-and-a-half hours, while the current fastest train takes about six-and-a-half hours to cover the distance.
Modi will also dedicate 182 route kilometres of newly-electrified sections. This will help provide pollution-free transportation with trains running at a higher speed and reduced running time. It will also open the doors for trains running on electric traction to enter Meghalaya.

The prime minister will inaugurate a newly-constructed DEMU/MEMU shed at Assam's Lumding. This new facility will be helpful for maintaining the DEMU rakes operating in the region, leading to better operational feasibility. The Indian Railways is currently running 34 services of the train, covering 21 states. It has set a target of running at least one service in seven more states by June.

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Indian tourists can now visit Siachen Glacier Base Camp without any special permits

 Siachen Glacier, one of the world’s longest glaciers and the world's highest battlefield due to the military conflict between India and Pakistan, will now be open to tourists. The region was closed for any tourism-related activities in the past due to military tensions.

If reports are to go by, Ladakh’s Tourism Department has announced that Indian tourists can now travel to the civil tourist facility near Siachen Base Camp without any special permit. It is important to note that the Siachen Glacier region is under the control of the Indian military.
The Siachen Base Camp is located at the base of the Siachen Glacier in the eastern Karakoram Range of the Himalayas. The area starting from Siachen Base Camp at 12,000 ft to 15,000 ft is open for tourism. However, areas beyond that are still off limits.

The base camp also serves as a memorial to honor the soldiers who lost their lives during military operations in the Siachen Glacier region. It features a war memorial that commemorates the sacrifices made by the Indian Army personnel in defending the nation's interests in this high-altitude and challenging terrain.
As per the reports, domestic tourists can now visit the area without any authorisation or NOC from the authorities. However, the District Administration will continue to collect the environmental fee.
Located in Nubra Valley, Siachen Base Camp is one of the most interesting tourist destinations that you need to have on your wishlist. You might want to avoid winter as temperature is known to go down to -60 degrees Celsius.

ONEPLUS Pro 2 Master Shows up IN JULY WITH 100W CHARGING

 OnePlus is focused on laying out its OnePlus Pro series in China. The arrangement began last year with the OnePlus Endlessly pro Expert. This year, we had the OnePlus Pro 2 and OnePlus Expert 2V. The organization is equipping to present another OnePlus Expert 2 Ace. The new handset will come in July with 100W charging and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

ONEPLUS Expert 2 Master COULD BE A REBADGED OPPO RENO10 PRO+

The OnePlus Expert 2 was a purported "lead executioner" cell phone ( A term frequently utilized for gadgets that have a lead like execution yet cost not as much as leaders). It arrived at the Chinese market with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, up to 16 GB of Slam, and a 1.5K OLED show. The gadget was rebadged to OnePlus 11R and arrived at India. Not long after the arrival of the Pro 2, OnePlus presented the OnePlus Pro 2V with the Dimensity 9000, rather than the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and 80W charging. Presently, the brand is setting up the OnePlus Expert 2 Ace for send off. With the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, this will positively sit over the Pro 2 and challenge a portion of the 2023 lead telephones.

he new break comes from the insider Advanced Talk Station. According to the insider, the telephone will send off among July and August and will contend with Xiaomi's impending Redmi K60 Ultra. This is normal among OnePlus, Realme, and Oppo cell phones, these days. In view of this, the insider focuses to 1.5K goal, 100W quick charging, and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. He likewise expresses that the telephone will show up among July and August and will rival Xiaomi's unreleased Redmi K60 Ultra.

SOME OF THE EXPECTED SPECIFICATIONS

In the event that the OnePlus Expert 2 Ace is a nearby duplicate of the Reno10 Pro+ we can as of now estimate a portion of its specs. For example, the gadget will hold the 6.74-inch AMOLED screen. The presentation will bring 2,772 x 1,240 pixels and a 120 Hz revive rate. It will flaunt the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 100W quick charging very much like the Reno10 Pro+. Oppo's telephone has this accusing pace matched of a 4,700 mAh battery. The handset likewise brings a 50 MP OIS camera, 64 MP periscope fax, and 8 MP ultrawide shooter. I don't know whether that multitude of specs will be found inside the OnePlus Pro 2 Genius, however it's a decent beginning stage for hypothesis.

The OnePlus Pro 2 Genius ought to cost not exactly the OnePlus 11 in China. For the present, we should hang tight for true data. Up to that point, we should process these specs while taking other factors into consideration. With regards to conceivable worldwide accessibility, the OnePlus Expert Master was sent off as OnePlus 10T beyond China. Thus, almost certainly, Expert 2 Genius will turn into the OnePlus 11T sooner or later in the year.