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Americano food festival begins at Panchkula
A food festival which has curated American barbeque and grill favourites started here Friday. The festival 'BBQ Americano' is a part of the same series of food fests being put up by us, Vivek Khanna, GM of ITC groups of Hotels said here. "We have tried to put up an original American food menu. Live barbeques and grills will be used to prepare traditional American recipes, that have been selected across food genres like appetizers, American street food, seafood, Rotisserie (roasted/barbequed) dishes," said Chef Akshay Malhotra, Executive Chef, ITC Hotels Group. The festival will conclude on September 23.
World chefs' congress on Oct 12-14 in Amritsar
The World Cultural Culinary Heritage Committee, under the aegis of the World Association of Chefs' Societies (WorldChefs), will hold the first edition of the World Heritage Cuisine Summit and food festival from October 12-14 at the Qila Gobindgarh in Amritsar. The summit, hosted by the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations, will celebrate traditional cuisine with live demonstrations, food tasting, presentations, panel discussions, master classes by chefs from around the world in the holy city, Chef Manjit Gill, Chairman, World Cultural Culinary Heritage Committee, said here Friday. It will focus on inculcating appreciation for food culture and traditions, good food habits and sustainable practices, he said.
2nd edition of 'Paryatan Parv' to begin September 16 for promoting domestic tourism
The tourism ministry would organise the second edition of 'Paryatan Parv' from September 16 to September 27 across the country to promote tourist sites, especially among domestic travellers, a ministry official said on Friday. Tourism secretary Rashmi Verma told reporters that the programme will be inaugurated by Home Minister Rajnath Singh on September 16 at the Rajpath lawns here. "The programme is being organised with the objective of drawing focus on the benefits of tourism, showcasing the cultural diversity of the country and reinforcing the principle of 'tourism for all," Verma said. She said 32 states and Union territories, along with different departments of the government, are collaborating with the ministry to organise 3,150 activities across India as part of the programme. The event will be based on three main components - 'Dekho aapna desh' - encouraging domestic tourists to travel within India, 'Tourism for all' - promoting tourism across social classes, and 'Tourism and .
Hospitality sector can help in ensuring dignified jobs in heritage zone: Hoteliers
Leading heritage hoteliers in Rajasthan on Friday said hospitality industry in the state can play a big role in ensuring dignified job opportunities for the state's available work force of over two crore.
India to hold its first global tourism mart from Sep 16
India will hold its first-ever global tourism mart modelled on the ITB Berlin (Internationale Tourismus-Brse Berlin), the world's largest tourism trade fair, the Ministry of Tourism said Friday. The mart will be held in Delhi from September 16-18, said Secretary, Tourism Ministry Rashmi Verma. The ten major tourist organisations like FHRAI, HAI, IATO are involved in this mega event, she said. "The objective of the event is to create an annual global tourism mart for India in line with major international travel marts being held in countries across the world. Many tour operators who can't attend the tourism mart abroad because of the expenses involved, will be able to meet the industry big wigs right here in the country. "In fact, we are planning this as an annual event and will release a calendar for the next five years,"said Verma. The mart will see the participation of around 225 international buyers from across the world such as North America, West Europe, East Asia, Latin America
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Bus service connecting Kathmandu-Bodhgaya flagged off
In a bid to boost tourism, the Nepal government headed by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, flagged off the first bus service connecting Kathmandu and the Indian state of Bihar.The inaugural function, which was organised in the capital, was attended by Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Singh Puri, along with Nepal's Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport, Raghubir Mahaseth.Lauding the Nepal government, Puri in his speech at the event said, "I am happy that we (India and Nepal) are able to start an important bus service which can directly link Bodhgaya and Kathmandu."A deluxe bus service which is equipped with modern facilities like air-conditioned cushioned seats will link two Buddhist sites, namely Swayambhunath Stupa and Bodhgaya.Swayambhunath Stupa is a well-known Buddhist shrine located in Kathmandu, whereas Bodhgaya in India is a place of pilgrimage where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.The commencement of this new bus service is expected to give a boost to the ...
Rahul Gandhi met Nirav Modi in 2013: Shehzad Poonawalla
Activist Shehzad Poonawalla on Thursday claimed that he was a witness to Congress president Rahul Gandhi and absconding diamantaire Nirav Modi's meeting at a hotel in September 2013.Talking to ANI, Poonawalla challenged Gandhi to undergo a lie detector test for the same."Mr Rahul Gandhi, I challenge you. I am witness to you meeting Nirav Modi in September 2013 at a Hotel and during this time Nirav Modi and his uncle (Mehul Choksi) got loans from banks. I am ready to undergo a lie detector test. Are you ready to take challenge?" Poonawalla said.His comment came a day after fugitive liqour baron Vijay Mallya claimed outside London Court that he had met Finance Minister Arun Jaitley before leaving India.Both Nirav Modi and his maternal uncle Mehul Choksi have been under scanner by central agencies for their alleged involvement in multi-crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam.
Gen Mathson pitches for 'battlefield tourism' in Rajasthan
Lt. General Cherish Mathson, Army Commander, South-Western Command, on Thursday pitched for 'battlefield tourism', saying the government should allow tourists access to such areas in Rajasthan to spur tourism.
Season's first chartered flight from Oz to arrive on Sep15
This season's first chartered flight from Australia will arrive here Saturday with the Tourism department all set to accord a rousing welcome to the visitors, a month after unprecedented rains swamped Kerala. The flight, with 60 tourists on board, will land at Nedumbassery International Airport at 6 pm, according to a department release here. The tourists will be welcomed through a reception that would include 'Panchavadyam' (orchestra of five percussion instruments). Tourism department director P Bala Kiran said the flight's arrival would send out a definitive message that the tourism sector in Kerala is all geared up to welcome visitors. "It will also help remove the perception that the influx of tourists is dwindling in the state," he said. The passengers belong to a tourist group in Australia named 'Captain Group'. Kerala Tourism has been working towards promoting the state as an overall tourism destination, Tourism department secretary Rani George said. "At this ...
Chinese restaurant closed after woman finds rat in food; stock plunges
A top hotpot restaurant in China's Shandong province was shut down after a pregnant woman found a dead rat in the food she was served, according to media reports. The pregnant woman had been to Xiabu Xiabu hotpot restaurant with her family on September 6. She found the dead rat in her meal after she had already taken a few bites from the dish. A video of her fishing out a dead rat from the broth with a pair of chopsticks quickly spread on Chinese social media site Weibo. The restaurant chain is famous for its hotpot food. The outlet reportedly offered her 5,000 yuan (USD 729) as compensation. However, her husband, Ma, declined the offer, as he wanted his wife to undergo a full body check-up before deciding on a compensation amount, Kankan News, a local news outlet, reported. Ma also alleged that one of the staff had suggested his wife get an abortion if she was worried about the baby's health, and offered him 20,000 yuan for the procedure. The outlet has temporarily been suspended ...
Himachal CM calls on Vajpayee's foster daughter at Prini in Manali
Himachal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur visited late former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's house at Prini in Manali of Kullu district on Thursday and met his foster daughter Namita Bhattacharya and other family members. Thakur, accompanied by his wife Sadhna Thakur and Vajpayee's family members, also visited Vashisht village on the banks of the Beas in Manali where the BJP stalwart's ashes were immersed in the river and prayers performed for the departed soul. Later, a delegation of hoteliers association called on the chief minister and apprised him of their various demands. The chief minister assured the delegation that the government would "sympathetically consider their genuine demands". He also listened to the public grievances at the Manali Circuit House. Transport and Forest Minister Govind Thakur, MP Ram Swaroop Sharma, MLA Surender Shourie, DC Yunus and SP Shalini Agnihotri were present on the occasion.
Hotel employee electrocuted, dies
A cook died here allegedly due to electrocution, while taking bath at the hotel, where he worked, police said on Wednesday.
DIHM to be converted into full-fledged university
The Delhi Institute of Hotel Management (DIHM) will soon be converted into a full-fledged university which shall provide world-class courses in hospitality and tourism management, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia announced Wednesday. Sisodia made the announcement during his visit to the institute. "The institute will be converted into a university that shall provide high quality world-class courses in hospitality and tourism to ensure the institution has autonomy," he said. "I have asked the principal to draw a proposal and directed the tourism secretary to ensure this is done on top priority," he added.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Malta in tourism
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Malta for strengthening cooperation in tourism.
Rally to woo tourists back to Munnar
Various tourism trade associations organised a day-long 'Car and Bullet Rally' from here to Munnar on Wednesday to invite tourists to experience the hill station in all its grandeur, particularly after floods ravaged Kerala. The rally was aimed at telling travellers across the world that the tourism industry of the state was back in business with renewed vigour, the organisers said in a press release here. Munnar and Idukki were among the worst-hit in the recent floods in the state, which claimed over 400 lives. Around 150 cars and several 'Bullet' motorcycles reached Munnar this evening after going through tourism spots in Ernakulam and Idukki districts, the release said. President of Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) Baby Mathew Somatheeram and expert member of National Tourism Advisory Council Abraham George jointly flagged off the rally, supported by Kerala Tourism. "This is a rally to draw tourists to experience Munnar and convey the message that there are no longer hurdles .
Cabinet approves India-Malta MoU on tourism cooperation
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Malta for strengthening cooperation in the field of tourism.The MoU will be signed during the upcoming visit of Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu to Malta.The agreement aims at enhancing the quality of tourism in both the countries, increasing tourist arrivals from the entire world through the territories of India and Malta and promoting human resource development in tourism and travel-related industries in both countries.The MoU will contribute to a new tourism offer, particularly through the promotion of natural and tangible, as well as intangible cultural heritage, the development of sustainable tourism and the use of information technologies to recognise that tourism is a means to foster a relationship between the people of the two countries.The MoU will help the two parties in creating an institutional mechanism for enhancing cooperation in ...
Bus service to be launched between Kathmandu and Bodh Gaya
A bus service will be launched on Thursday between Nepal's capital Kathmandu and Bodh Gaya, the poplar Buddhist pilgrimage site in India. Nepal Minister for Physical Planning and Transport Raghubir Mahaseth will flag off the bus from Swoyambhu, a famous Buddhist heritage site in Kathmandu, in the presence of Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Singh Puri. The bus service between the two cities is aimed at promoting pilgrimage tourism between Nepal and India. The Bodh Gaya-Kathmandu bus will pass through Gaya, Patna, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Motihari, Raxaul and Birganj.
Cabinet approves signing of MoU between India, Malta to boost tourism
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved signing of a memorandum of understanding between India and Malta to strengthen cooperation in tourism sector, an official release said Wednesday. The MoU will be signed during the upcoming visit of the vice president to Malta. The main objectives of the MoU is to encourage the promotion of quality destinations for the tourism industry in both countries, to increase tourist arrivals in both countries from the entire world through the territories of India and Malta and to promote human resource development in tourism and travel-related industries in both countries. "This MoU will help the two parties in creating an institutional mechanism for enhancing cooperation in the tourism sector. It will also help India in increasing foreign tourist arrivals from Malta. This, in turn, will result in economic development and employment generation," the release said. The MoU will create favourable conditions for long-term ...
Different modaks to try this Ganesh Utsav
Ganesh Utsav has finally arrived and with pandals ready to welcome devotees, awe-inspiring Ganesh idols ready to be worshiped and lively dance and music adding to the fervour, it is evident that the festive season has truly begun. Out of all the preparations, modaks top the list of every devotee so make sure you are trying out new options this time.