87% of Indian Gen Z prefer short trips & weekend breaks over long vacations: ReportThe tourism sector is undergoing a dynamic shift as a preference for trips that last under a week, with weekend breaks and short getaways d...
01 Jun, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
The world is becoming training data for AI, for which everyone is unprotectedPronto, a home services startup, is facing criticism for using body-camera footage from workers inside customers’ homes to train AI and rob...
29 May, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
India is the future and will be one of the biggest markets for us: Airbnb CEO Brian CheskyAirbnb is significantly expanding its presence in India, driven by a large Gen Z population and the potential of AI. The company aims to be...
21 May, 2026, 07.56 PM IST
'Playing the long game': Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky eyes India as one of firm's biggest global marketsAirbnb is committed to a long-term strategy in India, a rapidly growing market. CEO Brian Chesky highlighted significant investments planne...
21 May, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
Airbnb expands into hotels, cars, groceriesAirbnb, facing tighter local regulations on short-term home rentals, announced Wednesday it is adding boutique hotels, car rentals and groc...
21 May, 2026, 06.52 AM IST
Tech is betting on a former executive in the race for California governorTech investor favorite Matt Mahan, a moderate Democrat and former tech executive, is running for California governor. He's gained significa...
07 May, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
Plates, bottles, dirt everywhere: Airbnb host goes viral after guests leave behind shocking messAn Airbnb host went viral after showcasing a property left in a shocking state of disarray by guests. The video revealed extensive trash, l...
19 Apr, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Airbnb Nightmare: Harrowing tale of guests leaving host homeless with over $300,000 in damagesA pregnant San Francisco woman on social media recently recounted a distressing encounter with an Airbnb guest. This experience resulted in...
21 Oct, 2023, 10.32 PM IST
AirBnb launches new upgradesOver the past year, more than 30 million people have visited Airbnb to learn about hosting. “Airbnb was born during a recession. Joe and I ...
16 Nov, 2022, 10.47 PM IST
Airbnb can now help you build your dream house that can be let outThe home rental platform has launched a $10-mn global fund to create out-of-this-world homes.
25 Jun, 2022, 11.46 AM IST
‘Live Anywhere’ is the latest trend in travel: Airbnb report for World Tourism DayIn the past 90 days, while 45% of searches by travellers were for tree houses, searches for barns and farm stays stood at 41% and 34% respe...
24 Sep, 2020, 06.54 PM IST
Airbnb bans house parties worldwide, citing coronavirus mandates; to limit occupancyAirbnb said it may pursue legal action against guests and hosts who violate the ban. Last week, for the first time, Airbnb took legal actio...
20 Aug, 2020, 07.06 PM IST
Airbnb unveils Plus Homes in IndiaAirbnb Plus Homes are currently available in over 41 cities across the globe.
22 Feb, 2019, 07.26 PM IST
Airbnb plans to host 1 billion annual guests by 2028Company has announced new property types, new tiers and collections as it aims to become one-stop shop for mainstream guests.
23 Feb, 2018, 08.11 AM IST
Women hosts on platform earned over $10 billion: AirbnbWhile it did not disclose the total number of hosts on its platform, Airbnb said over one million women worldwide have signed up to become ...
07 Mar, 2017, 07.28 PM IST
Airbnb signs MoU with SEWA to boost rural tourismAirbnb will use its digital platform to create awareness of SEWA homes to its community of international and domestic guests.
24 Nov, 2016, 04.45 PM IST