Meghalaya Tourism Issues Helpline for Tourists in Shillong Amid Tension

  GUWAHATI: The Meghalaya Tourism Department has issued a public notice for tourists and visitors amid the ongoing law and order situation in Shillong, urging those requiring assistance to contact the department’s toll-free helpline. ALSO READ: U-Turn Turns Into Parking Spot Under Maharaja Prithu Flyover in Guwahti's GNB Road, Commuters Face Trouble In the advisory, the…

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Meghalaya Tourism Bodies Condemn Protest Violence, Call for Security Review and Strict Action

  GUWAHATI: Tourism stakeholders in Meghalaya have condemned the vandalism and attacks on out-of-state vehicles during Wednesday’s protest rally, warning that growing safety concerns could threaten the livelihoods of more than 30% of the state’s population dependent on the tourism sector. ALSO READ: Congress Reaffirms Stand on Vande Mataram, Says It Will Sing Only its First…

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Kaziranga Tourism Season Set For Changes With Online Safari Booking, Revised Rates And Mobile Phone Curbs

  GUWAHATI: Assam’s Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah on Sunday, August 9, announced several proposed changes to improve tourist facilities and streamline operations ahead of the upcoming tourism season in Kaziranga National Park. ALSO READ: Assam Police Cracks Down on Drug Trafficking, Nabs Accused with Suspected Heroin Addressing the media in Kaziranga after…

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Centre Details Assam Tourism Projects in Lok Sabha After MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa Seeks Plans to Boost Footfall

  GUWAHATI: Assam recorded over 90.55 lakh domestic tourist visits and 33,858 foreign tourist visits in 2025, according to data presented by the Ministry of Tourism in the Lok Sabha on Monday, August 10. ALSO READ: Assam Christian Forum Warns FCRA Amendment Could Deal "Death Knell" to NGO Welfare Work The figures were provided in response…

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Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Birth Tourism in the United States

  GUWAHATI: US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at ending “birth tourism” in the United States, directing officials to take action against foreign nationals who enter the country on non-immigrant visas for the purpose of giving birth. ALSO READ: Ladakh Plans India’s First High-Altitude Wildlife Safari With Kaziranga-Style Jeeps Under the order,…

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Assam Seeks Stakeholder Roadmap for Sustainable Kaziranga Tourism, Conservation

  GUWAHATI: Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Saturday, July 18, held an extensive consultation with tourism stakeholders at the Forest Convention Centre in Kohora to review preparations for the upcoming wildlife tourism season and chart a long-term roadmap for conservation and sustainable tourism in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. ALSO READ: Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil…

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Assam Govt Plans 5-Star Hotels in Umrangso, Haflong and Manas to Boost Tourism

  GUWAHATI: The Assam government has proposed the establishment of 5-star hotels at Umrangso, Haflong and Manas as part of its efforts to strengthen tourism infrastructure and increase tourist footfall across the state. ALSO READ: Assam Introduces Two-Week Paternity Leave & Enhanced Social Welfare Benefits For Govt Employees Presenting the Budget for 2026-27 on Friday, July…

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Assam Eyes ₹500 Crore Investment to Develop Luxury River Cruise Tourism on Brahmaputra

  GUWAHATI: The Assam government is exploring a proposal to develop luxury river cruise tourism on the Brahmaputra with a potential investment of over ₹500 crore, Chief Secretary Ravi Kota said in a post on X. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's tourism infrastructure and position the Brahmaputra as a premier inland water tourism…

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Assam’s Majuli to Get London-Style Double-Decker Bus to Boost Tourism

  GUWAHATI: Majuli is set to add a new attraction to its tourism landscape with the introduction of a London-style double-decker bus, an initiative announced by the Auniati Satra to enhance the visitor experience on the river island. ALSO READ: Over 15.43 Lakh Registered as Unemployed in Assam, Assembly Told During Budget Session The announcement was…

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Around 8 Lakh Devotees Attend Ambubachi Mela 2026; 75 Foreign Nationals: Tourism Department

  GUWAHATI: Around 8 lakh devotees and visitors flocked to the Kamakhya temple during Ambubachi Mahayog 2026, Assam Tourism stated on June 26, Friday, as the portals of the temple opened for the public.  ALSO READ: Assam to Introduce Mandatory Driving Tests, Ban Cross-District Licence Applications: Transport Minister The Ambubachi Mahayog attracted 75 foreign devotees in…

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Assam Cabinet Clears New Homestay And Tourism Accommodation Rules With Single-Window Registration, Auto-Renewal

GUWAHATI: Seeking to formalise Assam’s fast-growing tourism accommodation sector and make it easier for small operators to enter the market, the state Cabinet on Tuesday, June 23, approved The Assam Tourism Accommodation (Development & Registration) Rules, 2026, introducing a simplified registration system for homestays and other tourism accommodation units, along with an auto-renewal mechanism every…

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Assam Focuses on Trade and Tourism Linkages Under Act East Policy: CM Meets EAM Jaishankar

  GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, May 31, held discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi, focusing on expanding Assam’s role in India’s Act East Policy and strengthening trade and tourism links with Southeast Asia. ALSO READ: Defence Manufacturing Push for Assam Taken Up in High-Level Meeting The meeting,…

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