Shivam Travel

09/15/2024

Join forces for a cause. The Parsippany Rotary International’s 10-mile bike ride is an opportunity to unite and drive positive change in our community.

09/12/2024

🎉 Join Haridham NJ for the Kid's Annakoot & Carnival! 🎉

Haridham NJ !! thrilled to invite you to an exciting day filled with fun and festivities! Bring your little ones and join them for

🎈 Bouncy castle
🍿 Popcorn & cotton candy
🎯 Carnival games & raffles..and so much more!

After the carnival, They 'll be hosting a special Annakoot for the kids—a joyful celebration not to be missed!

🗓️ Date: Sunday, September 15th
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM onwards
📍 Location: Haridham NJ (443 Quaker Church Rd, Randolph NJ 07869)

✨ Come for the fun, stay for the memories! ✨

09/11/2024

Today marks 23 years since the world was forever changed. Let us pay tribute to the 246 people who went to sleep, ready for their morning flights, the 2,997 people preparing for work, the 343 courageous firefighters, the 60 police officers on morning patrol, and the 8 selfless paramedics who never made it past 10:00 am on September 11, 2001. May their memory serve as a reminder to embrace life fully, cherish our loved ones, and never take a moment for granted.

09/05/2024

We are excited to welcome The Goddard School as one of our esteemed supporters for the Ganesh Festival!
The Goddard School in Parsippany, with its recent renovations, offers top-notch childcare and an exceptional educational curriculum for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old. Their commitment to education and community aligns perfectly with our values, and we are thrilled to have them as part of our celebration.
Be sure to visit their booth at our event as we come together for this joyous occasion with the support of such a wonderful institution!

09/05/2024

Join Us for a Meditation and Breathing Workshop

As part of our Ganesh Festival celebrations, the Art of Living Morristown team will be conducting a Meditation and Breathing Workshop.

Dates: September 7th and 8th
Time: 11:30 AM
OPEN TO ALL

Come experience the power of mindfulness and breathing techniques to enhance your well-being!

09/02/2024

We are proud to welcome our food partner, Chand Palace, to our Ganesh festival. Chand Palace Parsippany is renowned for its all-vegetarian menu, featuring delicious North and South Indian specialties. Be sure to visit their booth for mouthwatering Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, Samosa Chaat, along with refreshing Aam Panna and Lassi.

08/20/2024

Guess what? The Ganesh festival in Parsippany is hosting a cook-off. Aprons on, spatulas ready, and may the best chef win!

03/20/2024

India's Home Ministry recently announced changes affecting Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders, now considering them as "foreign nationals" rather than on par with Indian citizens. Here's a breakdown of the key points:

1. *Change in Status*: OCI cardholders, previously treated similarly to Indian citizens, are now classified as foreigners by the Indian government.

2. *Scope of Activity*: New regulations require OCI cardholders to obtain permits for various activities, including missionary work, promoting a specific agenda (like "Tabligh" for Muslims), journalism, and mountaineering. They also need permission for travel to specific regions designated as "restricted."

3. *Adoptions and Education*: Restrictions have been placed on inter-country adoptions by OCI cardholders and guidelines tightened for diaspora seeking higher education in India.

4. *Residency Requirements*: OCI cardholders residing in India must inform authorities of any change in their address or occupation via email.

5. *Financial Transactions*: Permission from the Reserve Bank of India is now required for property transactions, including buying and selling. Restrictions on buying agricultural land remain, hindering engagement with India's development.

6. *Concerns*: The changes raise concerns about religious freedom, as visiting places of worship could be misconstrued as missionary activity. Journalists risk being barred from re-entry for criticizing India, stifling freedom of expression.

7. *Business Implications*: OCI cardholders face increased bureaucracy and restrictions on doing business in India, affecting investment and real estate transactions.

8. *Supreme Court Ruling*: These regulations follow a recent Supreme Court ruling requiring non-Indian citizens to seek RBI permission for property transactions, potentially impacting India's real estate industry negatively.

Overall, these changes mark a significant shift in how OCI cardholders are treated, posing challenges for their activities and engagement with India.

01/09/2024

Here we go again

09/14/2023

08/27/2023

Some information to save time by not standing in regular line for passport inspection
MPC - Download the App, prefill your information prior to entry in USA.
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/mobile-passport-control

The use of MPC streamlines the traveler’s entry process into the United States by reducing passport control inspection time and overall wait time.

I haven’t got chance to use it, but would like to know any feedback.
This is only for US citizens and Perm Residents

Securing America's Borders

08/09/2022

This Ganesh Chaturthi, Ganpati ji is visiting Parsippany with bags full of happiness, prosperity, love and peace. Ganpati Bappa Morya !!!
Please come with your friends and family and participate in our various activities. we all can make this meaningful event a great success.
This is a great platform to showcase your talent and even get recognized.
SHIVAM TRAVEL IS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THIS MAGNIFICIENT EVENT

08/07/2022

Ganpati festival brings prosperity and happiness to whichever communities are graced with his presence. We would like to extend this opportunity to appreciate and showcase local businesses as well as the abilities and talents of several members of our community. SHIVAM TRAVEL IS A PROUD SPONSOR of this grand event and would like to bring the community together for celebration and appreciation of our beautiful culture.

06/10/2022

U.S. to drop COVID testing for incoming international air travelers 🌍🌏🌎🇺🇸🫡

The Biden administration will drop pre-departure COVID-19 international air testing requirements effective Sunday at 12:01 a.m. after heavy lobbying from airlines and the travel industry, a senior administration official told Reuters.
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The Biden administration will drop pre-departure COVID-19 international air testing requirements effective Sunday at 12:01 a.m. after heavy lobbying from airlines and the travel industry.

04/20/2022

Effective April 18, 2022, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will no longer enforce the federal travel mask mandate in all U.S. airports and onboard aircraft. Effective immediately, Delta® has made masks optional for all airport employees, crew members and customers inside U.S. airports and on board aircraft domestically, as well as on most international flights. We recommend carrying a mask with you wherever you go, as local policies and mask mandates in other countries may vary.

03/16/2022

Great News

11/24/2021

planning to take an Air Bubble Flights to India ? Our experts will guide you thru existing visa process ,Quarantine Rules, COVID Testing procedure, Departure to Arrival Process and THE BEST POSSIBLE AIR FARE .....

11/02/2021

Below is the press release about the new covid regulations. Be very careful of the re-entry requirements (getting back into USA).

Beginning November 8, fully vaccinated international travelers who want to come to the U.S. can now do so, following the U.S. government’s announcement that it will lift travel restrictions on foreign nationals that have been in place since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Here’s what you need to know about the new U.S entry requirements:

Vaccine & Testing Requirements

Fully vaccinated foreign nationals will be permitted to enter the U.S. with proof of vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of departure. Unvaccinated foreign nationals will not be able to board a flight to the U.S., unless they meet criteria for one of the exceptions.

Fully vaccinated U.S. citizens returning from abroad will still be required to show proof a negative test result within three days of departure.

Unvaccinated U.S. citizens must show proof of a negative test within one day of departure to re-enter the U.S. from abroad. Approved test types include COVID-19 viral tests approved by the U.S. government (molecular, nucleic acid amplification [NAAT], RT-PCR, TMA, LAMP, and antigen tests accepted).

Children under 18 years of age are exempt from the vaccination requirement. Children between ages 2 and 17 are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test (under age 2, not required to test).

Attestation Form & Contact Tracing

All passengers ages 2 and up will need to complete an attestation form before boarding a flight to the U.S.

Contact tracing information will be required for all passengers entering the U.S. Delta will collect this information for its passengers on behalf of the CDC.

Approved Vaccines & Proof of Vaccination
Individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks (14 days) or more after receiving one dose of a single dose vaccine, two doses of a two-dose vaccine or any combination of a two-dose vaccine (i.e., mix and match) of an approved or authorized for emergency use vaccine by the U.S. FDA and World Health Organization (WHO) including:

J&J (also called Janssen)

Pfizer-BioNTech

Moderna

AstraZeneca

Covishield

BIBP/Sinopharm

Sinovac

Proof of vaccination can either be digital or paper and must include at a minimum full name and date of birth matching the traveler’s passport, name of official source issuing the vaccine, vaccine type and date(s) of vaccination.