Jodhpur RIFF Celebrates Folk Music Across Mehrangarh Fort
Jodhpur, October 23 The second day of the five-day Jodhpur RIFF 2026 brought together Indian…
Jodhpur RIFF Celebrates Folk Music Across Mehrangarh Fort
Jodhpur, October 23 The second day of the five-day Jodhpur RIFF 2026 brought together Indian and international folk musicians, dancers and performers at Mehrangarh Fort and other heritage venues across Jodhpur on Friday. From devotional songs at Jaswant Thada at dawn to late-night performances at Salim Kot, the festival offered audiences a vibrant celebration of…
Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar Named NCHMCT Board Expert
The Union Ministry of Tourism has nominated Dr Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar as an expert member representing the hotel and catering industry on the Board of Governors of the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT). According to an official memorandum issued by the ministry, the nomination recognises Dr Mewar’s experience and involvement in…
Jodhpur RIFF Begins Today at Mehrangarh Fort
Five-day festival brings together more than 250 folk artists from India and abroad The 20th edition of the Jodhpur Rajasthan International Folk Festival (RIFF) will be held at Mehrangarh Fort from October 22 to 26, bringing together more than 250 folk musicians and performers from Rajasthan, India and across the world. Organised by the Mehrangarh…
Nominations are invited for Rajasthan Culinary Icons 2027 in Jaipur
Statewide awards to recognise restaurants and culinary professionals, alongside a separate Top 100 Restaurants of Rajasthan list The Leadership Gazette is inviting nominations for Rajasthan Culinary Icons 2027, with the awards ceremony scheduled for 1 March 2027 in Jaipur. The programme will recognise food businesses and culinary professionals across Rajasthan, with nominations closing on 5…
Marwar Festival on October 24–25
The Rajasthan Tourism Department will organise the two-day Marwar Festival 2026 on October 24 and 25, showcasing the region’s rich folk culture, traditions and artistic heritage. Events will be held at Mehrangarh Fort, Government Umaid Stadium, Samrat Ashok Udyan and the sand dunes of Osian. Entry to all programmes will be free. Day One: Heritage…
Diya Kumari Reviews Museum Projects Across Rajasthan
Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Art, Culture and Archaeology Diya Kumari on Friday reviewed ongoing museum projects across Rajasthan at a meeting held at the Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Shuchi Tyagi, Secretary of Art, Culture and Archaeology, and Pankaj Dhirendra, Director of the Department of Archaeology and Museums. Progress was reviewed at…
Non-Resident Rajasthanis are Global brand ambassadors of glorious culture and heritage of India and Rajasthan
A heritage tourism circuit is being developed along with the conservation of Shekhawati’s cultural heritage Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma interacted with Non-Resident Rajasthanis at the Rajasthan International Centre in Jaipur on Friday, applauding their monumental contributions toward the growth of the state and the nation. He urged them to sustain their momentum and become…
Rajasthan Tourist Police Join French Music Event
Nine personnel of Rajasthan Police’s Tourist Assistance Force (TAF), currently learning French, participated in the French music performance Le Voyage de Rézé at the Rajasthan International Centre (RIC), Jaipur. The event was organised under the France–India Year of Innovation 2026 to promote cultural exchange and interaction with French and Francophone artists. French Training for 22…
Sukh Sagar Haveli: A Unique Homestay Blending Art, Heritage and Nature in Jodhpur
(Article written by : Rajasthan The Golden Desert – Travel Desk) Combining the warmth of a homestay with the charm of traditional architecture, Sukh Sagar Haveli offers visitors a peaceful and distinctive place to stay in Jodhpur. Surrounded by lush greenery and adorned with an extensive collection of art and artefacts, the homestay provides an…
IATA and World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to Collaborate on Sustainable Hotel Procurement
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) have agreed to strengthen alignment on sustainability between the airline and hospitality sectors. The agreement, signed at the World Sustainability Symposium, will have an initial focus on the procurement of hotel services by airlines. Airlines and hotels face many similar environmental, social,…
