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India's amazing diversity offers you everything you could ever want in a holiday. From the moment that you set foot in India to be greeted by a graceful Namaste, a gesture that denotes both welcome and respect, you are on the way to one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.

India is your advantage

The economy has been growing at an average growth rate of 8.8 percent in the last 4 fiscal years (2003-04 to 2006-07), with the 2006-07 growth rate of 9.6 percent being the highest in the last 18 years.
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About India

India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, spanning a period of more than 4000 years, and witnessing the fusion of several customs and traditions, which are reflective of the rich culture and heritage of the Country. Read more.

news and updates

  • India, South Korea discuss ways to strengthen ties Read more
  • Sonia elected Congress President for 4th term Read more
  • State of emergency follows powerful New Zealand quake Read more
  • Sachin becomes IAF's honorary Group Captain Read more
  • Bihar seeks 4,000 paramilitary personnel to deal with Naxals Read more
  • Major fire in Hindu temple in UK; devotees safe Read more
  • PM to head council on tribal welfare Read more
  • India, S Korea sign five-year defence coop agreement Read more
  • Move beyond resettlement of displaced Tamils: India to Lanka Read more
  • India, China hold talks to step up economic cooperation Read more
  • India, Brazil discuss investment opportunities Read more
  • Food inflation rises 10.86 pc in third week of August Read more
  • Bajaj Auto's August sales up 55 pc at 3,29,364-units Read more
  • India, China hold talks to step up economic cooperation Read more
  • Rupee gains 7 Paisa against dollar in early trade Read more
  • GDP growth estimates to be revised if inaccuracies found: FM Read more
  • Sensex sheds 17 pts as foreign funds play spoilsport Read more
  • Obama to meet NATO chief Tuesday Read more
  • Taliban suicide bomber strikes Shia march in Quetta; 60 killed Read more
  • US drone kill 12 militants in NW Pakistan Read more
  • Bodies of two crew recovered in Dubai cargo plane crash Read more
  • Israeli and Palestine leaders agree to meet in two weeks Read more
  • Over 13,000 have embraced Islam in Dubai since 1996 Read more
  • Taliban facing financial crisis: US General Read more
  • 'Historic town in US could disappear due to climate change' Read more
  • State of emergency follows powerful New Zealand quake Read more
  • ICC withdraws Asif, Amir from awards list Read more
  • India registers hat-trick of defeats in women's hockey WC Read more
  • Spain sparkle, Eng impress, defeat for France Read more
  • ICC rejects Pak's conspiracy theory Read more
  • Sania Mirza crashes out of US Open Read more
  • CWG official merchandise launched Read more
  • Two more star athletes pull out from Delhi CWG Read more
  • Sachin becomes IAF's honorary Group Captain Read more
  • ICC suspends tainted trio, Pak sees conspiracy in the action Read more
  • Saina, Chetan to lead Indian badminton challenge in CWG Read more
  • Saina slips to third place in world ranking Read more
  • Gymnastics federation names squad for CWG Read more
  • IPL Governing Council to meet in Mumbai on Sunday Read more
  • Target of making India slum-free achievable: Selja Read more
  • Coordinated drive to tackle dengue: Azad Read more
  • NIC approves Rs 100 cr worth Vivekananda education project Read more
  • Sonia re-elected Congress President Read more
  • DUSU polls: Only 35 pc turn out to vote Read more
  • Shah wants SC to recall CBI probe order in Sohrabuddin encounter Read more
  • Curfew lifted from Anantnag, life returns to normal in Valley Read more
  • Pawar apprises PM of sugar decontrol plan Read more
  • Govt to allot 2.5 MT foodgrains for BPL families Read more
  • PM to head council on tribal welfare Read more

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