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DGCA Tightens Passenger Protection Norms with Revised Civil Aviation Requirement
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a revised Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR), effective immediately, introducing stricter timelines…
ExpoInn Suites & Convention to Host Red Bull MotoJam India 2026
In a landmark development for Indeva Hotels & Resorts, its flagship property ExpoInn Suites & Convention has been confirmed as the…
Jaipur, Udaipur Lead Holi Travel Surge as Agoda Reports Sharp Rise in Festive Bookings
As Holi approaches, festive travel is witnessing a sharp upswing, with digital travel platform Agoda reporting a significant rise in accommodation…
Meghalaya to Host Strawberry Festival 2026 Across Three Key Locations
The Government of Meghalaya is set to organise the Meghalaya Strawberry Festival 2026, a multi-location celebration of the State’s rapidly…
Southeast Asia Sees Diverging Tourism Trends Amid Shifting Travel Preferences
Tourism performance across Southeast Asia is showing contrasting trends, with certain destinations experiencing strong growth while others face temporary slowdowns.…
GSTC Issues First Global Framework on Animal Welfare in Tourism
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has released its first R4AWT Roundtable Report on Animal Welfare in Tourism, signalling a…
As Char Dham Yatra Picks Up Pace, Asego Expands Pilgrim Risk Cover
With the Char Dham Yatra set to commence in April and registrations running into lakhs each season, risk preparedness along…
Taiwan Sharpens MICE Pitch in India; 47,000 Indians Travelled in 2025
Taiwan is stepping up its focus on India’s high-value outbound segment, with a clear push toward corporate, incentive and premium…
Pet Parents Get a Mountain Escape as Seclude Willows Turns Fully Pet-Friendly
In a move set to delight pet lovers, Seclude Willows, Ramgarh has formally transitioned into a fully pet-friendly boutique retreat,…
MakeMyTrip Partners with OpenAI to Enhance AI-Driven Travel Discovery
MakeMyTrip has announced a collaboration with OpenAI to strengthen AI-led travel discovery and better capture high-intent travel queries. As part…
International Arrivals Surge Across Uttar Pradesh’s Tourism Circuits
Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a strong inbound tourism performer, with rising arrivals from the United States, United Kingdom and…
Mobile Phone Use Banned During Safaris in Major Tiger Reserves
Wildlife tourism in India is entering a new era of responsible and respectful safari experiences. Beginning February 2026, forest authorities…
Arunachal Pradesh to Showcase Cultural Heritage in Delhi at Festival of Arunachal 2026
The two-day cultural and tourism showcase will present Arunachal Pradesh’s indigenous traditions, performing arts, textiles, handicrafts, cuisine and emerging tourism…
Moustache Rebrands After 10 Years, Targets ₹100 Crore Revenue by FY27
Founded in 2016, the company began with a community-led hostel concept aimed at creating social travel spaces. Over the past…
From Warships to Water Parks: How Visakhapatnam Is Rewriting Andhra Pradesh’s Tourism Story
When people think of Visakhapatnam, they picture beaches, sea breeze and relaxed weekend escapes. But according to OSR Naresh, the…
Don’t Miss the Sunrise: Prabhu Kishore’s Candid Vision for Andhra’s Hidden Gems
Complementing the government’s vision, Prabhu Kishore, Chairman of Varun Group, offered a candid industry perspective shaped by 75 years of…
Centre Reviews MICE Tourism Strategy to Position India as Global Events Hub
The Government is reviewing its Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism strategy to strengthen India’s positioning as a global…
MOTA Extends Financial Support to 29 Tribal Research Institutes to Preserve and Promote Tribal Heritage
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is extending financial support to 29 Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) across States and Union Territories…



















