More than just a document? India’s passport boom, in numbersThe external affairs ministry has reiterated that a passport is only a travel document and not proof of citizenship, a clarification that t...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
The Passport act: Why the little book was never a proof of citizenshipA recent statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarifying that a passport is not proof of citizenship has sparked debate. Indian cou...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
Passport is travel document, was never citizenship proof: MEAIndia's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.50 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
Cruise tourism can be a major multiplier for India’s travel and MSME sectorsIndia’s cruise tourism sector is sailing into a new phase of growth, creating opportunities for MSMEs across travel, hospitality, logistics...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Tourism sector can create 100 million more jobs by 2047: FAITHIndia's tourism sector is set for a massive job surge, potentially creating 100 million direct jobs by 2047. Industry leaders emphasize the...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.21 AM IST
Double-digit sales growth in apparel, ACs, premium goods faces inflation & monsoon testDiscretionary spending is witnessing a notable resurgence, particularly in the apparel and white goods sectors, which have both seen impres...
23 Jun, 2026, 08.29 AM 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
India's airports may turn global transit centres, eye Gulf rivalryThe government has formulated an integrated policy to develop the main airports of Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru into international transit c...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM 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
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
TSC India announces expansion into hotels and visa servicesJalandhar-based TSC India Ltd has expanded its travel services platform by entering the hotels and visa segments. The company acquired GITH...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Hotel boom fails to kick off as overseas demand hit by migration rules, ticket prices, airfaresIndian-origin hoteliers in the US report subdued international interest for the football World Cup, citing stricter immigration policies, h...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
Royal Orchid plans to add 50 hotels, betting on local demand boostRoyal Orchid Hotels is set to launch over 50 new properties across India in the coming 12 to 18 months. This expansion is fueled by a surge...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
India among Marriott's fastest-growing markets; footprint to double in 5 yearsMarriott International sees India as a key growth market. The company plans to double its hotel presence in India within five years. This e...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.06 AM IST