Thiruvananthapuram: The Department of Tourism has accorded Administrative Sanction for a Rs 32.50 lakh project for interior furnishing of the proposed passenger lounge at the International Cruise Terminal in Kochi. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) in this regard was submitted by the Deputy Director of Tourism, Ernakulam.
Read MoreKerala sets up exclusive directorate for plantation sector
Thiruvananthapuram: A draft policy on revitalizing the state’s plantation sector, based on the recommendations of the study by IIM Calicut, is under consideration of the state cabinet, said Minister for Industries, Shri P Rajeeve.
Read MorePonmudi hill station gets a new Govt Guest House
Thiruvananthapuram: Development of state guest houses and rest houses is a top priority of the government as it significantly helps the growth of tourism by ensuring comfortable accommodation for tourists in prime destinations, Minister for Tourism, Shri PA Mohamed Riyas said.
Read MoreBPCL introduces rubber spray oil in convenient packs
Kottayam: In a move that would benefit small and marginal rubber growers, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has introduced convenient packs of MAK Rubber Spray Oil in the market. M Vasanthagesan IRS, Executive Director of Rubber Board, launched these convenient packs at a meeting held at the Rubber Research Institute of India (RRII) in Kottayam.
Read MoreCentre clears Kerala’s two big tourism projects
Thiruvananthapuram: In a big boost to Kerala Tourism, the Centre has given administrative and financial sanction for two major projects, with a total outlay of Rs 169.05 crores to enhance the tourist appeal of water tourism in Alappuzha and the Malampuzha Garden in Palakkad.
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