Tag: Government of India
India mulls Wi-Fi on domestic flights
August 29 (TravelAndy): India is considering introducing in-flight Wi-Fi on domestic flights, said reports.
Aircrafts in Indian skies do not allow Wi-Fi on board due to security reasons now. However, things might soon change with the government considering it.
“The matter has been taken up with other government departments. You may soon get the good news as there is a broad understanding (on the issue),” aviation secretary R,N, Choubey was quoted as saying. Continue reading India mulls Wi-Fi on domestic flights
Libya travel ban on Indians
May 26 (TravelAndy): India has banned its citizens from travelling to Libya in the light of the current security situation in the north African country.
A recent government press release said: “In view of prevailing security situation in Libya, security threats and challenges to lives of Indian nationals in Libya, the Government of India has decided to impose travel ban on Indian nationals planning to travel to Libya irrespective of the purpose.”
The ban is already effective and shall be applicable till further notice. Continue reading Libya travel ban on Indians
Tribal tourism plan in Chhattisgarh
December 12 (TravelAndy): Chhattisgarh is all set to become a tribal tourism destination, said reports.
The tribal tourism circuit will include Jashpur-Kunkuri-Mainpat- Ambikapur- Maheshpur- Ratanpur- Kurdhar- Sarodhadhar- Gangrel- Nathiya Navagaon (Kanker)- Kondagaon- Jagdalpur- Chitrakot and Thirathgarh. In a bid to attract tourists, these areas will be developed to showcase the traditional tribal culture and ethnicity.
Chhattisgarh tourism board also plans to set up eco-tourist villages across Jashpur, Ambikapur and Sarodadhar. Eco-ethnic tourism will be promoted in seven other designated spots including Kunkuri, Maheshpur and Nathiyanawagaon. Continue reading Tribal tourism plan in Chhattisgarh