Guardians of the Ganga: task force keeps a watchful eye on the river

Guardians of the Ganga: task force keeps a watchful eye on the river

Omveer Kumar, 41, picks up plastic bottles, pouches and food packets as he walks on the wet sand on the banks of the Ganga. As he nears a heap of garbage, Mr. Kumar sees an overturned turtle, its neck wounded. He rushes it to a nearby rescue centre for treatment. Mr. Kumar, a resident of … Read more

United Nations delegate describes India’s ‘Namami Gange’ mission as ‘beacon of hope’

United Nations delegate describes India’s ‘Namami Gange’ mission as ‘beacon of hope’

India has high ambitions for improving its water sector and the ‘Namami Gange’ mission for the rejuvenation of the country’s longest river is a “beacon of hope” and an inspirational story, a UN delegate highlighted at the ongoing water conference here. The UN 2023 Water Conference – formally known as the 2023 Conference for the … Read more

Govt turns focus to cruise tourism, aims to offer communities additional sources of income

Govt turns focus to cruise tourism, aims to offer communities additional sources of income

Cruise tourism is among the most vibrant and fast-growing sectors of the leisure and travel industry, Union Culture and Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy said. Speaking at the first Incredible India International Cruise Conference, Reddy said the ministry was working towards a comprehensive national tourism policy. As one of the most vibrant and fast-growing sectors … Read more