Lakshadweep

Indian Coast Guard Raises Tricolor Underwater in Lakshadweep for Har Ghar Tiranga – Watch

14 Aug 2024

In preparation for the 78th Independence Day, the entire nation is gearing up with special activities. The Indian Navy is participating in the celebrations with a unique twist, as seen in Lakshadweep, where the Coast Guard hoisted the national flag underwater. This initiative is part of a series of similar...

Lok Sabha Polls 2024 First Phase: Tripura leads with 80.17% in voter turnout while Bihar recorded the lowest with 48.50%

19 Apr 2024

The Election Commission of India announced dates for the 2024 Lok Sabha election through a press conference. Lok Sabha Elections 2024 are set to be held in 7 phases beginning on April 19 and ending on June 4. A total of 543 Principal Constituencies will be set up throughout the elections. CEC...

Tourism infrastructure to be developed on Indian islands: Nirmala Sitharaman

01 Feb 2024

Prioritizing the enhancement of domestic tourism, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans to focus on tourism infrastructure and amenities on Indian islands, including Lakshadweep. Highlighting the success of hosting G20 meetings in various locations, Sitharaman emphasized the global exposure it provided to India's diversity. She stated, "To address the...

Maldives asked India to withdraw military troops amid clash

14 Jan 2024

Rolling around the diplomatic clash with India, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has asked India to withdraw its military troops from the archipelago nation by March 15. This means that no Indian military will be allowed in Maldives after March 15. According to the government data, there are about 88 Indian...

Alliance Air Boosts Flights to Lakshadweep Amid Rising Demand

13 Jan 2024

Amidst the escalating tension between India and the Maldives, Alliance Air, the sole airline operating flights to Lakshadweep, has initiated additional services due to a surge in passenger demand. Alliance Air, the exclusive Indian carrier serving Lakshadweep, has introduced extra flights on the Kochi-Agatti-Kochi route. The supplementary flights will operate...

Lakshadweep Plans Tourism Expansion Amid Diplomatic Tensions with Maldives

10 Jan 2024

Amid diplomatic tensions stemming from disparaging remarks made by Maldivian ministers and officials against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep, the administration of the Indian archipelago has revealed plans to expand its tourism activities. Social media posts by Maldivian junior ministers and officials sparked outrage online, leading to...

Maldives Tourism Body Urges EaseMyTrip to Resume Bookings Amid India-Maldives Row

10 Jan 2024

Amid a diplomatic row between India and the Maldives, the Maldives Association of Tour and Travel Operators (MATATO) has extended an appeal to EaseMyTrip, an India-based travel aggregator, urging the platform to reinstate flight bookings to the picturesque island nation. The plea underscores the vital role of Indian tourists in...

MATI criticizes derogatory comments against PM Modi

09 Jan 2024

In the midst of the ongoing tension between the Maldives and India, the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has strongly criticized derogatory comments made by officials in the tourism-dependent nation against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian populace. Describing India as a close neighbor and ally, MATI emphasized...

MakeMyTrip Reports 3,400% Increase in Lakshadweep Searches, Faces Calls to Suspend Maldives Bookings

08 Jan 2024

MakeMyTrip, an online travel company, revealed a staggering 3,400% surge in searches related to Lakshadweep following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the island. In response to this interest in Indian beaches, the company announced the launch of a 'Beaches of India' campaign on the platform, featuring special offers and...

Former Maldivian FM Denounces Derogatory Comments, Calls for De-escalation Amid Diplomatic Strain with India

08 Jan 2024

Former Maldivian Foreign Minister Dunya Maumoon has sharply criticized a series of racist and disparaging comments made by Maldivian politicians in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep. In an exclusive interview with ANI, Maumoon condemned the offensive remarks and urged for a quick resolution to the...

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