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Thailand declares state of emergency to control coronavirus; tourism hit

A long queue snaked through the building, and many were told to come back another day.

Govt evaluating cash transfer scheme to reduce coronavirus impact

Given the nature of cash transfer plans, the govt would need large revenues and may have turn a blind eye to the fiscal deficit

30.8 mn in tourism, hospitality may lose jobs because of coronavirus

The coronavirus impact could render 3.8 crore people jobless, which is around 70 per cent of the total workforce in the tourism and hospitality sector, according to a grouping. The Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) also said there should be a support fund for twelve months to support basic salaries with "direct transfer" to the affected tourism employees. "As a result of this pandemic, Indian tourism industry is looking at pan India bankruptcies, closure of businesses and mass unemployment," FAITH said in a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is believed that around 70 per cent out of a total 5.5 crore workforce could get unemployed, which is around 3.8 crore people. This effect of job losses and layoffs has already begun throughout the country, it added. The figure is for direct as well as indirect jobs. "A large percentage of total tourism business activity of India, which is estimated at USD 28 billion+ in forex and upwards of Rs 2 lakh .

Coronavirus outbreak: India bans air travel from UK, Europe till March 31

The order applies to both Indian and European airlines and also those from West Asia which carry traffic via Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Doha

Coronavirus hurts tourism sector in Uttar Pradesh; Agra records 50% drop

The tourist traffic in Uttar Pradesh has taken a severe blow following the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Kerala records best tourist arrivals in 24 yrs in 2019, earns Rs 45,010 cr

Total earnings from tourism stood at Rs 45,010.69 crore, a 24.14% increase from 2018

Crude to snuff gains from weak rupee, muted global demand to hurt exports

Tourism and hospitality, auto and aviation could see a demand crunch amid coronavirus; earnings from rupee depreciation to export-driven sectors such as IT and pharma could be limited

Coronavirus outbreak puts break on travel companies' recruitment drive

Bookings for South-East Asia have hit a snag, and travel firms are bracing for further cancellations with the virus now having spread to Europe

MP provides legal backing to time-bound clearance to industrial licences

The new law will be applicable to greenfield industrial projects under Information Technology, Tourism, MSME and Industries categories

Odisha tables revenue surplus budget with total outgo pegged at Rs 1.5 trn

Budget estimates fiscal deficit to be at 3.4%, within permissible limit of FRBM target

Weeding out fakes? Lisbon tourism at threat from 'drug' dealers

Locals in Lisbon's historic Santa Maria Maior district say the fake drugs phenomenon is getting worse

Coronavirus: Mass cancellation of hotel bookings in Kerala, says Minister

The negative propaganda during the time of Nipah had cost the tourism industry dearly, the minister noted

Coronavirus: Global tourism takes a hit over Chinese restrictions

The government announced it was handing out masks, and that the airport rail link would be disinfected

UAE launches multi-entry tourist visas valid for 5 years for all countries

"The new tourist visa will be valid for 5 years and can be used for multiple entries and is open for all nationalities," the Dubai Media Office wrote

Cabinet approves Rs 2,400 cr for developing tourism infrastructure

Under the scheme, launched in January 2015, 15 circuits have been identified for development

As protests against CAA intensify, domestic tourism industry faces the heat

According to data, foreign tourist footfall in the first half (H1) of 2019 showed a marginal growth at 52.66 lakh, 2.2 per cent more than the corresponding period in 2018.

Tourists turn their back on Delhi as air pollution reaches record levels

Rising pollution levels is an added problem for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is trying to reverse an economic slowdown as he seeks to lure investors to the South Asia nation

Offbeat experiences edge out the run-of-the-mill in new travel itineraries

The new-age traveler is no longer into ticking a checklist of must-see spots on his holiday. He is ready to pay a premium to experience culture, crafts and culinary delights of the local populace

Tourists can visit Siachen, see how Army works in tough place: Rajnath

Rajnath Singh inaugurates the Colonel Chewang Rinchin Bridge on Shyok River, located about 45 km from India's border with China.

Saudi Arabia to offer tourist visas for the first time to diversify economy

The austere kingdom, which forbids alcohol and has a strict social code, is seen by many as a hard sell for tourists