Search for bodies in Kerala lake continuesOctober 2nd, 2009 THEKKADY - Indian Navy divers resumed the search for missing people in the Thekkady lake at the Periyar wildlife sanctuary Friday as slippers and scattered bits of clothing floated in the placid waters, mute remnants of the boat capsize that killed 41 tourists. The otherwise crowded wildlife sanctuary was quiet with just a handful of foreign tourists unaware of the tragedy two days ago standing at the rim of the lake, ringed by the forests famous for their elephant sightings.
Kerala boat tragedy toll climbs to 37October 1st, 2009 THEKKADY - Rescuers on Thursday fished out five more bodies from the Thekkady Lake, taking the death toll from Wednesday's boat tragedy to 37. The tragedy occurred when the state-run double decker boat Jalakanyaka carrying 74 tourists tilted after several tourists moved to one side on sighting elephants in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on the banks of the lake on Wednesday evening.
Four drown as boat sinks in KeralaSeptember 30th, 2009 THEKKADY - Two children and two women were drowned when a boat carrying 75 tourists sank in the catchment area of the Mullaperiyar river in Kerala Wednesday evening, police said. Idukki Superintendent of Police Kuttapan said the bodies of two children and two women had been recovered.
Kerala boat tragedy toll touches 37September 30th, 2009 THEKKADY - The toll in the Thekkady boat tragedy touched 37 as five more bodies were recovered Thursday morning, officials said. The tragedy occurred Wednesday at 5.15 p.m.
Six dead as boat capsizes in Kerala (Second Lead)September 30th, 2009 THEKKADY - At least 20 people drowned when a boat carrying more than 75 tourists sank in a lake in the Periyar wildlife sanctuary of Kerala Wednesday evening, police said. Rescue efforts were on but officials indicated the toll could go up.
Four drown in Kerala boat tragedySeptember 30th, 2009 THEKKADY - At least four people - two children and two women - drowned when a boat carrying 75 tourists sank in the catchment area of the Mullaperiyar river in Kerala Wednesday evening, police said. The bodies of two children and two women had been recovered, Idukki Superintendent of Police Kuttapan said.
Foreign tourists join Onam celebration in KeralaSeptember 3rd, 2009 KOCHI - Foreign tourists in Kerala took part in the ten-day long harvest festival 'Onam'. The Homestay Operators Association organised Onam celebrations for the foreign tourists staying in the association's homes.
Kashmir tourism getting back to normalJuly 16th, 2009 SRINAGAR - Tourists and nature lovers have begun to visit Jammu and Kashmir since normalcy has begun to prevail after a spate of recent unrest and violence in some parts of the Kashmir valley. Once a favoured holiday destination, Kashmir tourism suffered a major setback due to re-occurrence of violence in the state.
Goa takes cue from Kerala, to develop backwater tourismJuly 10th, 2009 PANAJI - Known more for its beaches, Goa now wants to cash in on the tourism potential of backwater tourism on the lines of Kerala. The state tourism authorities will develop infrastructure along the coconut palm-lined Mandovi and Zuari rivers, which flow into the Arabian sea, to ensure that beaches are not the state's only big draw.
Global recession fails to affect Kashmir's tourism industryMay 20th, 2009 SRINAGAR - Global recession has failed to affect Kashmir's tourism industry as more and more tourists continue to throng the valley. According to the players in the tourism industry, many domestic tourists have already cancelled their tours to European countries and are coming to Kashmir valley.
Left has suffered 'major setback', admits KaratMay 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) general secretary Prakash Karat admitted Saturday that the Left had suffered 'a major setback' in the Lok Sabha elections. As election results showed that the Left strength in the 545-member Lok Sabha could fall under 25, from the 60-plus of 2004, Karat conceded that the Congress and its allies had won the electoral battle.
Jet Airways ties up with Kerala TourismMay 12th, 2009 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - Kerala Tourism has tied up with private carrier Jet Airways to offer 'Jet2Kerala', a special scheme that offers low-cost air tickets to domestic tourists flying to the state. The Jet2Kerala scheme, which was launched in Mumbai Tuesday, will offer travellers tickets - from premium to business classes - and accommodation - in luxury properties as well as budget hotels - at discounted rates, a government statement released here said.
Kerala celebrates Thrissur PooramMay 4th, 2009 THRISSUR - Hundreds of thousands of devotees gathered at Thrissur town in Kerala for Thrissur Pooram, one of the most colourful and grandest temple festivals. The festival witnesses 30 richly caparisoned elephants divided into two rival groups facing each other in the temple premises amidst drum beats and frenzied shouting of devotees.
Kerala targets tourists from Sweden, RussiaMarch 26th, 2009 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - Kerala is targeting Russian and Swedish tourists to beat the downturn feared this year, the government said Thursday. According to a press release issued here by the state tourism department, the state's tourism department participated at the Moscow International Travel and Tourism (MITT) exhibition from March 18-21 - and showcased Kerala's beaches, backwaters and houseboats - key attractions for tourists.
Kerala's all top hotels to undergo security auditDecember 31st, 2008 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - All four and five-star hotels in Kerala have been asked to prepare a detailed layout plan and undergo a security audit, a state minister said Thursday. 'This has been undertaken in the aftermath of the recent Mumbai terror attacks.
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