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Trump again takes aim at India's tariffs on Harley Davidson mobikes
US President Donald Trump has again taken aim at India's tariffs on Harley Davidson motorcycles ahead of his meeting with his "very good friend" Prime Minister Narendra Modi and asserted that they were working on reducing them.
Casinos important for Goa tourism, says CM Sawant
Casinos are important for the tourism profile of Goa and cannot be written off, chief minister Pramod Sawant said Tuesday. He was speaking to reporters after attending a meeting of the state Tourism department. "There are a few tourists who come to Goa to play in the casinos. They are important from the tourism point of view. You cannot write them off. We need to do whatever activities are required to attract tourists to Goa," he said. He also said his government never spoke of removing casinos from the state. The coastal state has six off-shore casinos and 12 operating from land. He said the state government was planning a video campaign to boost tourism as foreign footfalls had decreased by 20 per cent in the season that just ended this week. Sawant said forest safaris would be promoted in the wildlife sanctuaries of the state. Goa gets around six million tourists, most of them domestic, annually.
3 children drown in Yamuna in UP
Three children drowned in Yamuna river in Uttar Pradesh's Chitrakoot district, police said Tuesday. The incident took place in Bhusauli village on Monday, they said. A wedding ceremony was underway in the village and six children went to the nearby Yamuna river to take a bath without informing their families, Additional Superintendent of Police Balwant Chaudhary said. Anita (7), Jeetu (10) and Soni (13) drowned in the river while bathing, he said. The bodies were fished out of the river and handed over to their family members after post mortem, the ASP said.
Five star hotel under Railways scanner for serving stale food on board the train
A five star hotel in Kanpur is under the scanner for serving stale food to passengers, one of whom was Fatehpur MP and Union Minister of State for Rural Development Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, on board the Railways' fastest train Vande Bharat Express, senior IRCTC officials said Tuesday. Acting on the complaint of a Colonel in the Indian Army, the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) which provides food on board the train is likely to penalise the hotel which supplies food for the train. The complaint was received on June 9, they said. "We have received the complaint from the passenger and we will take action. Prima facie it looks like the five star hotel in Kanpur supplied rice which was not fresh to the passengers. The Group General Manager, North, IRCTC is now at the hotel inspecting their food preparing and packaging chain. "They have noticed that they are carrying the food in a non-AC vehicle which could have caused the problem. Because of the extreme heat things ..
Explore India: Beat the summer heat, rush
The scorching heat is driving travel enthusiasts to explore India's northern belt for some respite, but it is leading to over-tourism. Be different and stay away from the rush by visiting destinations which may be less frequented, but offer panoramic views and exciting experiences.
Thousands to observe International Yoga Day at Washington Monument: Indian envoy
More than 3000 yoga enthusiasts are expected to observe the International Day of Yoga, for the fifth consecutive year, at the Washington Monument here on Sunday."People are getting to know about the benefits of yoga. Yoga is already popular in the United States. It is considered to be a very trendy thing. In other words, it is something that people see as a holistic way of life. They associate with all the positives in terms of meditation, Ayurveda and all the natural ways of living," the Indian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, told ANI."Prime Minister Narendra Modi says Yoga is India's gift to humanity. We have received more than 3000 registrations this year. So, I believe the monument will be covered up with a lot of yoga enthusiasts," the ambassador noted.On December 11, 2014, 193 members of the United Nations General Assembly approved the proposal by consensus, with a record of 177 countries, thereby marking June 21, the day of the summer solstice, as International ...
Heat in plains sets Himachal's cash register ringing
To escape the scorching heat in the plains, tens of thousands of people are heading to the cool environs of Himachal Pradesh.
Talwalkars commences operations of DLL Talwalkars Club in Pune
Spread across ~1.2 acres in Wakad, Pune, the club promises to meet international standards. The Club team also made a unique invitation to the members of the inner circle of Pune and Mumbai. The initial club membership is priced between Rs.80,000 to Rs.15 lakhs. Overall the Club pre-sales were seen garnering good response.
Myanmar delegation visits India to boost bilateral relations, tourism
A delegation of officials from Myanmar visited New Delhi on Monday in a bid to boost bilateral relations and cross border culture and tourism between the two neighbouring countries.Myanmar ambassador to India, Moe Kyaw Aung, who led the official delegation, told ANI, "We have very good relations between India and Myanmar. I hope this meeting will be conducive for the promotion of bilateral relations."The ambassador also stated that direct flight routes and proper road connectivity will be convenient for people travelling to India on pilgrimage as well as tourism purposes."The majority population in Myanmar is Buddhist, so they really like visiting India, where Buddhism was originated. But, the costs of travelling across borders are relatively high at present. A more direct flight route and road connectivity will be greatly conducive for the growth of culture and tourism between the two countries," Aung said.He added, "Also, there are many Indian tourists who travel to Myanmar. Such ...
Trump renews threat against French wine
US President Donald Trump lashed out at France for unfair tariffs on "great" American wine. Trump, who famously does not drink alcohol, said he would work to open the European market, again accusing France of creating unfair trade barriers to US wine exports. "France charges us a lot for the wine and yet we charge them very little for French wine," Trump said on CNBC. US producers complain that French wines get to American shelves "for nothing," he said, adding "it's not fair and we'll do something about it." "We have great wine, too." Washington and Brussels are preparing to begin negotiations on a trade deal to resolve a battle Trump began last year by putting tariffs on steel and aluminum. But EU officials have said repeatedly they will not discuss agriculture. In a Twitter outburst late last year, Trump likewise complained about wine trade. European Union import duties on wine are higher than US tariffs on European wines, including those from France, but EU consumers buy less of .
Trump renews threat against French wine
US President Donald Trump lashed out at France for unfair tariffs on "great" American wine. Trump, who famously does not drink alcohol, said he would work to open the European market, again accusing France of creating unfair trade barriers to US wine exports. "France charges us a lot for the wine and yet we charge them very little for French wine," Trump said on CNBC. US producers complain that French wines get to American shelves "for nothing," he said, adding "it's not fair and we'll do something about it." "We have great wine, too." Washington and Brussels are preparing to begin negotiations on a trade deal to resolve a battle Trump began last year by putting tariffs on steel and aluminum. But EU officials have said repeatedly they will not discuss agriculture. In a Twitter outburst late last year, Trump likewise complained about wine trade. European Union import duties on wine are higher than US tariffs on European wines, including those from France, but EU consumers buy less of .
Indians prefer to save and travel as a family
A good number of Indian travellers are now travelling to newer destinations along with their friends or family members, states a survey conducted by Travel Tours, part of FCM Travel Solutions.
Car caught in sea waves, occupants escape harm
A car got stuck in a fast-moving wave after the vehicle was driven too close to the seashore on a beach in Virar city of the district on Monday. Luckily, all those in the car escaped harm.Police said a group of people had come to the beach to play and drove their car too close to the seashore during high tide due to which the tyres of the car got stuck in the sand.The problem further compounded when a fast-moving wave came towards the car. People sitting in the car moved out and ran as soon as they saw the wave coming towards them.The car kept floating with the waves for some time and was later fished out with the help of a tractor from a nearby village.
'In a zoo': Pakistan's Kalash battle tourism deluge
In a remote valley in Pakistan dozens of Kalash minority women dance to celebrate spring's arrival -- but as a gaggle of men scramble to catch them on camera, the community warns an influx of domestic tourists is threatening their unique traditions. Every year the Kalash -- a group of less than 4,000 people confined to a handful of villages in the north -- greet the new season with animal sacrifices, baptisms, and weddings at a festival known as "Joshi". As celebrations kick off, tourists with phones jostle to get close to Kalash women, whose vibrant clothing and headdresses contrast starkly with the more modest attire worn by many in the conservative Islamic republic. "Some people are using their cameras as if they were in a zoo," said local tourist guide Iqbal Shah. Known for their pale skin and light-coloured eyes, the Kalash have long claimed ancestral links to Alexander the Great's army -- who conquered the region in the fourth century BC. They worship many gods, drinking alcohol
Pilgrims rush brings Uttarakhand traffic to standstill in Uttarakhand
With a large number of pilgrims paying a visit to Char Dham every day, the Uttarakhand's traffic has come to the standstill.Around 15 lakh pilgrims have already paid the visits to the four shrines--Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. The number is increasing with passing days. However, the arrangements were made for the accommodation of only 8000 devotees.This year's Char Dham yatra started with the opening of portals of Gangotri and Yamunotri shrines on May 7. While doors of Kedarnath were thrown open for devotees on May 9, portals of Badrinath reopened on May 10.Moreover, the sweltering heat in northern India has also increased the inflow of tourist to the various hill-station in the state. Hotels are also fully packed to capacity in the state.Due to the high footfall of tourists and pilgrims, the police has also failed to manage the pilgrims. Looking at the grave situation, the travel agents have already stopped booking.The circuit of four ancient pilgrimage sites in the .
Summer rush making situation worse in Uttarakhand
The summer rush in the Uttarakhand hills this season getting heavier. As the mercury rises in the plains, tens of thousands of tourists are flocking to the hills on a daily basis cramming roads and highways with serpentine snarls being a constant feature at top tourist destinations like the Char Dham shrines, Mussoorie, Nainital and Corbett Tiger Reserve.
Hong Kong's Legendary Dragon Boat Festival is Back in its 10th Edition
/ -- The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival, a phenomenal summer party organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and co-organised by the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA), will return this year for its 10th edition from 14th to 16th June, 2019. This year, in addition to the adrenaline-pumping dragon boat races, the carnival will feature the first-ever 'Artisanal Market' and 'Street Food Gala' that will bring in a more authentic and diversified experience for visitors to enjoy. A combination of sports, entertainment and dining experiences and representing a fusion of Chinese and Western festivities, the Dragon Boat Festival is one of the most celebrated and recognized events in Hong Kong, drawing local and international tourists from around the world. (Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/899033/Dragon_Boat_Festival.jpg) Being the birthplace of modern dragon boat racing and a city boasting a rich festive culture, Hong Kong celebrates the festival with a series of ..
Chinese man completes second world flight trip in 68 days
A 57-year-old Chinese man has completed his second around the world flight trip after flying for 68 days with 50 stops, a media report said on Monday. Zhang Bo, who kicked off his flight from the Chicago airport on April 2 and flew over 21 countries in three continents and over three oceans, with a total mileage reaching 41,000 kms, landed at the same airport on Sunday morning, the state-run Global Times reported. Before landing, Zhang circled around a small airport four times at low altitude to express his excitement. Earlier, Zhang made history on August 7, 2016, when he performed his first flight around the world in a propeller-driven aircraft. He landed safely on September 24 after completing the trip in 49 days. Zhang said the challenges he faced in his second world flight trip were harder than the first one. "As the airplane I flied is piston propelled and has no pressure cabin with limited endurance and flying altitude, the challenges I encountered this time were much more than
Chef contest concludes with dishes cooked in beer
A culinary battle fought between an interesting mix of participants comprising of a cardiologist, a food blogger, an IT professional and one from media concluded over a spread of innovative dishes cooked in beer. The competition, Mahou Maestera Chef 2019, was won by Goa-hailing media professional Aditi Malhotra on Saturday, who took the prize home by cooking "Butter garlic prawns and beer battered onion rings". The event saw the rest three contestants -- food blogger Bikash Biswas from Kolkata, Delhi-based IT professional Abhinav Singh, and cardiologist Nimrata Kaur -- preparing the best of Spanish and Indian Tapas -- small bites of food. The dishes for the finale also included "Egg and veggie lettuce wraps", and "Bacon wrapped chicken" "stuffed bellpepper bites with barbeque braised chicken keema" . According to the organisers, over 50 entries were received for the competition from contestants across New Delhi, Kolkata, Goa and Bengaluru. The main highlight of the competition was ...
Love for bikes makes these Army officers hit roads to relive their passion
Army life is known for its adventure, but there are a few officers, serving and retired, who are experiencing this by going beyond the framework of their duties. They do so through the wanderlust and passion for biking as they go on uncharted routes of picturesque places and feel the nature closely.
