Centre plans 51 cruise circuits across 14 states, 3 UTs by 2027

India's cruise tourism is set for a major boost with the government's plan to introduce 51 new cruise circuits by 2027 under the Cruise Bharat Mission...

IHCL inks deal with Ambuja Neotia Group for 15 new hotels

The broader development plan includes a mix of greenfield, brownfield, and conversion projects, with multiple properties to be launched in Sunderban, ...

Singapore retains top spot in Global Passport Index; India makes biggest jump to 77th

Singapore continues to hold the top spot on the Henley Passport Index, granting access to 193 destinations visa-free. Asian countries like Japan and S...

UK retailers demand return of tax-free shopping for tourists

British retailers are pushing Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to reinstate tax-free shopping for tourists. They argue this could significantly boost vi...

Delhi govt's draft industrial policy suggests key interventions in boosting hospitality sector

The policy also emphasises developing tourism infrastructure on government-owned facilities through PPP arrangements. Further, in a major move to enha...

Pahalgam's soul yearns for return of tourists as town grapples with April 22 aftermath

Infrastructure will be strengthened, pilgrim routes secured and hospitality services further enhanced to ensure that both Yatris and tourists continue...

Air India finds no fault in Boeing 787, 737 fuel switches after "precautionary" inspection

Air India has concluded precautionary inspections of the fuel control switch locking mechanisms on its Boeing 787 and 737 fleets, finding no issues. T...

Delta plans to use AI in ticket pricing draws fire from US lawmakers

Three Democratic senators have challenged Delta Air Lines' CEO regarding the airline's AI-driven ticket pricing strategy. Concerns are mounting about ...

US hotels boost background checks as migrant scrutiny grows

In June, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said it was reversing guidance issued that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were not to co...

Malaysia's tourist arrivals up 20% from Jan to May

About half of Malaysia's total international tourist arrivals during the first five months of the year were from neighbouring Singapore with 8.34 mill...

Abu Dhabi first-half passenger traffic rises 13% despite regional challenges

Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport (AUH), the travel hub of the United Arab Emirates' capital city, accounted for the vast majority of the traffi...

J'khand govt launches country's maiden mining tourism initiative, inks pact with Coal India arm

Jharkhand has initiated mining tourism by partnering with CCL. This follows Chief Minister Soren's visit to a mining museum in Barcelona. The state go...