Delta Corp, India’s largest gaming company, has confirmed re-opening of its casino in Sikkim. The casino was re-opened following relaxations in COVID-19 restrictions in the Himalayan state, reports NE Now News. Delta Corp informed that it re-opened its ‘Casino Deltin Denzong’, located at the Denzong Regency hotel in Gangtok, Sikkim on Tuesday. Re-opening of the casino has been allowed by the Sikkim Government subject to safety norms being followed. Meanwhile, Delta Corp has informed that it “will follow all the safety norms laid down by the state in this regard”. All casinos were ordered closed in late April this year…
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Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday launched various online services of Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board to provide a personal experience to the devotees. “For millions of devotees who are unable to visit the holy cave of Shri Amarnath Ji this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Shrine Board has brought Darshan, Hawan, and Prasad facility under the virtual mode. The devotees can book their Pooja, Hawan, and Prasad online, and priests at the holy cave will offer it in the devotee’s name. Prasad will be subsequently delivered at doorsteps of the devotees,” a spokesman of the…
Harpal Singh has been appointed as the new Director of Finance & Business Support at Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre. Overseeing the hotel’s finances, Harpal is an industry veteran with roughly 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry having previously served as Financial Controller in Crowne Plaza Today, Gurgaon (An IHG Hotel). He has also been associated with brands like Kingdom of Dreams Gurugram and Radisson MBD Hotel Noida. Spearheading the hotel’s business strategy, Harpal will continue to evolve innovative finance structures, processes and effective controls, further strengthening risk management practices, as well as developing and mentoring our Finance…
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India has invited applications from individuals and organisations for excellence in the field of tourism. National Tourism Awards are presented in various segments of the travel and tourism industry such as State Governments / Union Territories, classified hotels, heritage hotels, approved travel agents, tour operators and tourist transport operators, individuals and other private organizations in recognition of their performance in their respective fields and also to encourage healthy competition with an aim to promote tourism. A statement released by the ministry said that “applications have to be made in proper forms, wherever specified. Unless…
The Union Health Ministry on Tuesday said that it can re-impose restrictions again if Covid protocols not complied with, reports Mint. During a press conference, Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said that the people travelling to hill stations were not following Covid-appropriate behaviour. “We can nullify the ease in restrictions again if protocols not complied with,” he said. Referring to the massive footfall of people in hill stations, the Health Ministry stated that gross violations of Covid appropriate behaviour can nullify the gains so far. ICMR DG Dr Balram Bhargava said that the pictures from hill stations are frightening. He said…
Germany’s health agency said on Monday it would lift a ban on most travellers from the UK, India and three other countries hit by the Delta variant of Covid-19. The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) said India, Nepal, Russia, Portugal and the UK, currently listed as so-called virus variant countries, would be reclassified from Wednesday as “high-incidence areas”. The change eases a ban on entry for travellers who are not German residents or citizens, instead meaning anyone will be able to enter as long as they observe quarantine and testing rules. Germany introduced its “virus variant country” travel category in a…
The government after a long wait finally acknowledged the damage the ongoing pandemic has unleashed on the travel and tourism industry by announcing a credit scheme. However, the loan guarantee scheme and visa fee waiver failed to cheer up many stakeholders as they feel a large number of players will continue to suffer despite the measure announced by the government. In fact, the TAAI (Travel Agents Association of India) which is the largest and oldest association of the tourism industry in a statement said that less than 10% of the actual stakeholders shall benefit from the FMs package. Is it…
Turkey has further eased restrictions imposed on travellers, from July 1. The new unlock rules include the removal of the night curfew restrictions, including weekends for locals and tourists. All dining options, restaurants and bars are now functional. Entertainment houses like cinema halls and concert venues are functioning without any restrictions subject to adherence to COVID-19 appropriated guidelines. The 14-day quarantine rule for anyone who has travelled to India within the last 14 days is still in place, but travellers will now have the option of staying at the quarantine hotel of their choice and at their own expense. Turkey…
Thomas Cook (India) Limited has announced its Study Buddy Program – with special offers on all student remittances made until September 30, 2021. The offers are available across the company’s omnichannel touch points – over 1,100 retail outlets (both owned and FX Mate B2B partner outlets), toll free contact centre and portal www.thomascook.in. With Indian students having lost out on their academic year due to the pandemic, 2021 has witnessed a significant resurgence in the overseas study opportunity. The increasing uptick in admissions for the upcoming semester commencing July-August 2021, offers Thomas Cook India strong potential. Hence to maximise on…
Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) marks a milestone in its Qatar Clean programme, with 100% of QNTC-licensed hotels now “Qatar Clean” certified. Launched in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in June 2020, QNTC’s Qatar Clean programme ensures the highest standards in hygiene and cleanliness, with rigorous procedures in place to ensure the safety of customers. QNTC’s Secretary General, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker as well as COO, Berthold Trenkel marked the anniversary with a visit to the W Doha, which was the first hotel to be certified Qatar Clean. With 100% hotels now fully certified, the programme…
