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India Tourism Development Corporation Appoints Malay Kumar Singha as Non-Official Director for Three-Year Term

New Delhi : India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) has announced the appointment of Shri Malay Kumar Singha as a Non-Official Director (NoD) on the company’s Board of Directors for a tenure of three years. The appointment was disclosed through an official regulatory filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE Limited in … Read more

From Conflict Zone to Eco-Tourism Model: Chhattisgarh’s Tiriya Village Emerges as a Global Inspiration

Bastar, India: Once known for fear and isolation due to Maoist influence, Tiriya village in India’s Bastar district has now transformed into a thriving eco-tourism destination—driven entirely by the power of its local Gram Sabha (village council). Much like the well-known Dhudmaras village, Tiriya is fast gaining recognition on the tourism map of Chhattisgarh and … Read more

Kami Rita Sherpa Receives Guinness World Record for 42 True-Summit Ascents of 8,000m Peaks

KATHMANDU: Legendary Everest climber Kami Rita Sherpa has been officially honoured by Guinness World Records for achieving the highest number of true-summit ascents of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks, with a remarkable 42 successful climbs. The international recognition came after Kami Rita reached the top of Mount Everest for the 31st time on 27 May 2025, … Read more

Global Tourism Crosses 1.1 Billion Arrivals in First Nine Months of 2025: UN Tourism

Kathmandu: International tourism has continued its strong post-pandemic rebound, with global tourist arrivals reaching 1.1 billion in the first nine months of 2025, according to the latest UN Tourism World Tourism Barometer. The figure represents a 5% year-on-year increase and is 3% higher than pre-pandemic levels, confirming the sector’s solid recovery momentum. Despite persistent challenges … Read more