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FITUR 2026 to Set Strategic Agenda for Global Travel Partnerships
With less than three weeks to go, the FITUR 2026 tourism trade fair is shaping up as a pivotal B2B…
Geopolitical Turmoil Disrupts Caribbean Air Travel, Raises Industry Risk Flags
The U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has triggered widespread disruption in commercial…
Scheduled Charter Arrivals by Nordwind Airlines and Fly Arystan Boost International Tourist Inflow to Goa
Goa recorded a strong surge in international tourist arrivals during the peak holiday season with multiple charter flights landing from…
Uttar Pradesh Takes Centre Stage at Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2026
Uttar Pradesh has been selected as the Theme State for the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2026, placing the state’s…
Georgia Introduces Mandatory Health and Accident Insurance for Tourists from January 1, 2026
In line with Georgia’s Law on Tourism, the country has introduced a mandatory health and accident insurance requirement for all…
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train to Boost Overnight Rail Connectivity in Assam and West Bengal
The upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is set to significantly enhance overnight rail connectivity across key districts of Assam and…
PATA India Chapter to Host 4th Tourism Power House in New Delhi on January 8, 2026
The PATA India Chapter has announced that the Inder Sharma Foundation will present the 4th edition of the PATA India…
Green Push Boosts Nature & Eco-Tourism as Government’s Environmental Initiatives Deliver Results in 2025
India’s environmental initiatives in 2025 have begun delivering clear dividends for nature-based, wildlife and eco-tourism, strengthening the country’s position as…
Hindon Airport Emerges as a Strategic Relief Hub for Delhi-NCR Aviation Pressure
While most attention in Indian aviation remains fixed on metro airports, Hindon Airport has quietly rewritten the regional travel narrative…
UDAN Scheme Records Major Milestones in 2025, Strengthening Regional Air Connectivity Across India
The Regional Connectivity Scheme–UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) marked a significant achievement in 2025, reinforcing its role as a…
A Vision for Responsible Adventure Tourism: New Year Message 2026 from ATOAI President Ajeet Bajaj
As we step into 2026, the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) extends its warmest greetings to the entire…
TAAI President Sunil Kumar Says 2026 Will Be a Landmark Year as TAAI’s 75th Anniversary Celebrations Continue
The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) has already embarked on a historic milestone, with its 75th anniversary celebrations currently…
OPO Hotels & Resorts Strengthens Leadership Team Across Operations, Finance, Housekeeping and Talent Development
OPO Hotels & Resorts has strengthened its corporate and operational leadership with a series of key appointments across housekeeping, operations,…
Suneel Anchipaka Gets Additional Charge as MD & CEO of DTTDC
Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, has been given the additional charge of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Delhi Tourism…Air India Expands Baltic Reach with New Codeshare Partnership with airBaltic
Air India has expanded its European network footprint with a new unilateral codeshare partnership with airBaltic, Latvia’s national carrier, significantly…
Virgin Atlantic Boosts London–Bengaluru Flights, Expands UK–India Air Connectivity
Virgin Atlantic has announced a significant enhancement to its services between London Heathrow and Bengaluru, increasing flight frequency from seven…
Dr. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao Honoured as ‘Labor Hero’ at Vietnam’s 11th NPEC
Dr. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, founder of VietJet Air and one of Vietnam’s most influential business leaders, has been conferred…
Strong Global Air Travel Demand Continues Through Late 2025: IATA Data Shows Resilience
Global air travel demand has remained robust into late 2025, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reporting continued passenger…
