Cotton duty or competitiveness? The bigger challenge facing India’s $190 billion textile industryThe government’s temporary import duty relief may ease pressure on mills and exporters, but industry experts say deeper problems in product...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
How Tour Times is redefining organised group travel in IndiaIndia's domestic tourism is booming, with organized group travel, especially religious pilgrimages and corporate events, leading the charge...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
Germany cuts cost of travel protection fund for tour firmsGermany is significantly slashing costs for protecting package holidays against tour operator failures. Effective November 1, fees for the ...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
IndiGo, SpiceJet shares rally up to 4% as crude oil prices fall below pre-war levels after 42% crashAviation stocks, including IndiGo and SpiceJet gained after crude oil prices declined sharply as supply concerns eased following progress i...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
Sri Lanka offers better value than Rishikesh, man claims after staying in beach-facing hotel for half the priceA recent social media post highlighted a stark cost difference between domestic and international travel, with a friend opting for Sri Lank...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Visiting Germany? Here's what you need to know about travel insuranceHeading to Germany? Schengen travel insurance is a must for visa applicants, requiring at least €30,000 medical coverage valid across all m...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Jet fuel crack spread may exceed $50 in 2026; airfares may climb up to 25%: ReportGeopolitical tensions and refinery issues are significantly impacting jet fuel supplies, leading to increased airline operational costs. Th...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
Airline ticket prices may stay high as carriers bank fuel relief from Iran dealA U.S.-Iran peace deal has lowered oil prices, promising billions in fuel savings for airlines. However, passengers may not see immediate f...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
Smaller cities power India’s corporate travel surgeCorporate travel in India is increasingly shifting towards smaller cities, with nearly 60% of bookings now originating from or heading to t...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
West Asia conflict may pressure hospitality occupancy, warns ICRA; FY27 estimate at 72-74%Hospitality sector occupancy is projected at 66-68% for early FY27, rising to 72-74% for the full year, according to ICRA. However, prolong...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Credit card points: How to use them for free flights, hotel stays, and better travel rewardsTravellers should also remember that loyalty program transfers are generally irreversible. Before moving points to an airline or a hotel pr...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
Air India Express opens bookings for Navi Mumbai-Abu Dhabi flightsAir India Express is launching direct flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport to Abu Dhabi starting July 15, marking a historic firs...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
Pakistan: Workers protest inflation, warn government of nationwide agitationProtesters in Lahore, including labour groups and transport workers, voiced anger over soaring inflation and utility costs, accusing the go...
20 Jun, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
Betting on India’s travel boom? Motilal Oswal sees TBO Tek and Ixigo as key beneficiariesThe industry has evolved significantly over the past two decades—from a fragmented, offline agent-driven market to a digitally enabled ecos...
20 Jun, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
Goa received more than 46 lakh tourists in first five months of this yearGoa welcomed over 46.39 lakh tourists from January to May this year, a slight uptick attributed to enhanced connectivity and diverse experi...
20 Jun, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
Hotel chains unfazed despite geopolitical shocks, high fuel costsHotel chains in India are reporting double-digit revenue growth in the April–June quarter despite geopolitical tensions, higher fuel costs ...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Kia India to raise vehicle prices by up to 2% from July 1Kia India on Thursday announced that it will increase prices across its vehicle portfolio by up to 2 per cent from July 1, 2026, citing ris...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.45 PM IST