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Goa to amend Public Gambling Act
The Goa government will next year move the much-awaited amendment to the current Goa Public Gambling Act ensuring that no licences would be issued to any new offshore casinos. The amendment would be introduced in the Budget session of the Legislative Assembly in February next year, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar told reporters today. "The amendment would define a particular date after which there will be no new casino licences issued to any ship," the chief minister said. Goa currently has five offshore casinos which operate in River Mandovi in Panaji. Parrikar said Goa will havea separate policy for casinos which will regulate this industry. "The Casino Policy is ready. I will be circulating it to my Cabinet colleagues and will declare it the next month," he said. The policy will include formation of Gaming Commission which will set guidelines for amending the Goa Public Gambling Act.
Karnataka to promote tourism in coffee-growing districts
Karnataka would promote its scenic coffee-growing districts in the Malnad region as tourist spots during the India International Coffee Festival here from January 16 to 19, Tourism Minister Priyanka Kharge said on Thursday.
Whip up chocolate mousse, whisky chocolate for celebrations
With the year coming to an end and festivities at full swing, impress your guests or family with self-made chocolate mousse, whisky chocolate or a Hawaiian veggie burger.
MakeMyTrip launches 'Made for You Holidays' ahead of festive season
India's leading online travel company MakeMyTrip on Thursday announced the launch of its new product 'Made for You Holidays' for the booming domestic travel sector in India.Launched alongside the Christmas holiday season, these 150 holiday experiences offer a range of handpicked escapades for discerning travellers."At MakeMyTrip we are bringing a balance between personalization, authenticity and reach to offer holidays that will resonate with discerning travelers looking beyond cookie-cutter package tourism. By tracking social media, website analytics, blog comments, search metrics, traveler reviews etc., we want to align our product offerings to match what holiday goers are looking for. It's why we are excited to launch our new offering "Made For You Holidays" wherein we are offering specially curated experiences that make themed holiday choice for travelers very easy and hassle free," said COO MakeMyTrip, Mohit Gupta.Moving away from run-of-the-mill and homogenized experiences, ...
Colourful hues bring alive Darjeeling amid political unrest
As the Gorkhaland agitation in Darjeeling cast a shadow on the picturesque hill town, an artist sat by his window and romanced with the mountains to capture and bring alive its ethereal beauty on canvas. He picked up his brushes and created a bevy of colours of Darjeeling in its myriad forms. When life came to a standstill in the 104 days of the protests in the tourist paradise, artist Chandranath Das decided it was time to ward off the dullness and what better than putting his expressions out in his paintings. Thus was born 'Darjeeling, my Muse', a collection of a cascade of colours on canvas and paper, depicting the prayer flags, seasonal changes of nature and the yaks in the Queen of the Hills. Currently showcasing his works his Mumbai, Das feels it an opportune moment to attract visitors to Darjeeling after the political unrest and he is doing his bit for it. The vibrancy in 'Prayer of the Road', 'Solitude', 'Prachku river', 'Rhododendron', 'Returning', he feels, will
World Bank approves USD 40 mn loan for UP tourism project
Loan worth USD 40 million for a tourism project in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was approved by the World Bank Board of Executive Directors on Wednesday.International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) will grant the loan which has a 5-year grace period, and maturity term of 19 years.The Uttar Pradesh Pro-Poor Tourism Development Project will support the state government's priority of re-structuring tourism in a way that optimizes the state assets in an inclusive and sustainable manner directly benefiting poor residents and local entrepreneurs, such as rickshaw drivers, local artisans and street vendors.The project will help enhance their linkages with the tourism value chain, while improving living conditions for some of the state's poorest residents through better infrastructure and services."In 2016, the state attracted 211 million domestic and over six million international visitors. Despite this, UP remains India's third poorest state, with a 37.7 percent poverty
Karnataka promotes millets as healthy diet
Promoting millets as a healthy diet in modern times, the Karnataka government on Wednesday revived the state's ancient forgotten crop by making a few celebrity chefs prepare tasty dishes from the grains at a culinary symposium here.
Traditional tribal foods on display at Khadyotsav in Odisha
At least 50 near extinct indigenous collections of paddy, 21 varieties of raggi, two types of foxtail millet and 41 varieties of plant parts used for medicinal purposes were on display at the second edition of the 'Khadyotsav' in Odisha's Jajpur district.
Paint your home in warm hues, invest in brass decor
Beat the winter blues by painting your home in fresh, warm shades to completely transform the space. Invest in organic ceramics, wool rugs, carpets, suggest experts.
Over 2 lakh Chinese tourists visited India in 2017: Alphons
More than two lakh Chinese tourists visited India in 2017, according to data provided by the tourism ministry in Parliament today. The figures provided by Union Tourism Minister K J Alphons in the Rajya Sabha assume significance in the backdrop of India's recent standoff with China over the Dokalam issue. The number of Chinese tourists visiting India in 2015 was 2,06,322. While the figure rose to 2,51,313 in 2016, it saw a marginal dip in 2017 with 2,25,482 Chinese tourists arriving in the country, the minister said. From 2015 to 2017, there was a 9.28-per cent increase in the number of Chinese tourists arriving in India, he added. The Chinese occupied the third position as far as foreign tourist arrivals in India from the neighbouring countries were concerned, Alphons said. Bangladesh, with over 19 lakh tourists, is on top of the list, followed by Sri Lanka with nearly three lakh tourists, China, Nepal (1,51,352), Pakistan (76,197), Myanmar (48,731) and Bhutan (22,695).
About time cities liberated of 'tyranny of images': Mehrotra
There was a need to liberate city planning of the "tyranny of images", noted architect Rahul Mehrotra asserted, while lamenting that urban planners want metro cities such as Delhi and Mumbai to look like Singapore or Shanghai. He was speaking at the second Jhabvala memorial lecture here yesterday, the series instituted by the School of Planning and Architecture and the Jhabvala family. It was organised in memory of the legendary architect and professor CSH Jhabvala who had also authored the book, 'Old Delhi, New York'. "It is about time that planning for our cities is liberated of the tyranny of images," Mehrotra said. "Planners want Delhi or Mumbai to look like Singapore or Shanghai; then, Nasik wants to look like Mumbai; and, this tyranny perpetuates itself in planners' imagination-- irrespective of the needs, environment, capacities and resources," he said. The 1959-born architect, urbanist and educator, is also Professor of Urban Design and Planning and Chair of the
Second edition of Khadyotsav in Jajpur district
At least 50 near extinct indigenous collections of paddy, 21 varieties of raggi, two types of foxtail millet and 41 varieties of plant parts used for medicinal purposes were showcased at the second edition of the 'Khadyotsav' in Jajpur district. The event organised by Sukinda Chromite Mine (SCM) of Tata Steel in Jajpur district was held on December 18. It witnessed an array of agro-food diversities among different ethnic and tribal groups of the region and other parts of the state. On the occasion, successful vegetable farmers of the nearby village Nagada were also felicitated and given agricultural implements. An exhibition of more than 80 varieties of ethnic and age old traditional and tribal food was set up. There were 30 varieties of traditional cake called 'Pitha' (in local parlance), 10 types of rice, 25 types of curry, 35 types of roots, tubers and many more which the tribals have been using for ages. Exotic items like black carpenter, ant chutney, bamboo shoot .
Nearly 57 percent people plan their workouts impulsively: Study
Nearly 57 percent gym goers plan their workouts impulsively, usually within an hour, says a yearlong study done by one stop solution for fitness enthusiasts fitpass.
Rita Ora always eats same meal for breakfast
Singer Rita Ora says she eats salmon and egg whites every morning.
Kakinada beach festival begins
The three-day long Kakinada beach festival today kicked off at the NTR beach here. Crowds thronged the NTR beach after the festival was declared open by district in-charge minister K Kala Venkat Rao. A musical performance by legendary singer SP Balasubrahmanyam and his team enthralled the audience. Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Yanamala Ramakrishnudu, who was also present, said tourism plays a vital role in economic development of the state. Events like floral exhibition, food courts, heli-tours have been arranged as part of the festival.
Saudi Arabia to launch tourist visas in early 2018
Saudi Arabia will begin issuing tourist visas in the first quarter of 2018, its top tourism official said, a first for the kingdom as it undergoes major economic and social reforms. Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz told AFP that "all government approvals" are in place for the launch of electronic visas next year to "all nationals whose countries allow their citizens to visit" Saudi Arabia. "We are now just preparing the regulations -- who is eligible for the visas and how to obtain them," added the head of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage, who is a son of King Salman. The move to open up its tourism sector is a major shift for Saudi Arabia as powerful Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman seeks to radically overhaul the kingdom's oil-dependent economy and shed its ultra-conservative image. Apart from the millions of Muslims who travel to Saudi Arabia annually for the Hajj pilgrimage, most visitors face an arduous process and steep fees to enter the
SOBHA, Puravankara launch Marina One - Kerala's Premium Waterfront residential project
SOBHA Limited and Puravankara Limited, in co-ownership, launched Marina One, one of Kerala's largest Super Luxury waterfront homes in Kochi. Located in the heart of the city along Marine Drive amongst tranquil oceans views, the project offers an exclusive unmatched opulence.Marina One has the unique distinction of a pristine 497-metre waterfront the likes of which Kochi is yet to witness. The proposition offering is of 1141 homes in total in 3BHK+study and 4BHK, ranging from 2296 sq. ft. to 3710 sq.ft. of super built up area.These homes are arranged in a unique C-shaped design to offer splendid waterfront views to all the homes. Marina One is centrally located in the heart of the city and offers access to several super-specialty hospitals, some of the city's best educational institutions, malls, markets, places of worship and much more."Kochi is fast emerging as the commercial and industrial hub of Kerala. Industries such as tourism, spices, seafood, shipping and international trade ..
Culture, cuisine of Punjab, Bihar showcased in Brazil
The Indian Embassy in Brasilia organised a cultural evening showcasing the cuisine, culture, architecture and tourism of the Indian states of Punjab and Bihar, as part of efforts to promote the diverse cultures of Indian states in Brazil.
Cocktail recipes to entertain guests at home during festivities
Love experimenting with your alcohol? Try out cocktails like Cinderella, Forest Gram and Johny Mule at home using simple recipes.
Must-have Indian dishes in winter
With the change of season, it's time to dig into food items that are not served throughout the year. Try gajar pak, bathua ka saag or gucchi ki galawat that are mostly prepared with ingredients only available during winter, say experts: