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Niramala Sitharaman meets Hyatt CEO in Chicago, discusses expansion in IndiaUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met Hyatt President and CEO Mark S. Hoplamazian in Chicago. Discussions focused on Hyatt's contin...
South Africa targets 1 lakh Indian tourist arrivals in 2026South Africa is targeting 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2026, up from nearly 70,000 in 2025. It is focusing on younger, experience-see...
India's MICE sector to grow by 12-14 pc annually for next 3-5 years: NIMAThe MICE sector in India is set to experience an annual growth of 12-14 percent over the next five years. Meanwhile, destination weddings a...
Assam-Meghalaya border tension: KSU rally violence injures commuters, damages vehiclesTension flared along the Assam-Meghalaya border after a KSU rally caused damage and injuries in Shillong. Assam-registered vehicles were re...
ITC Hotels evaluates Dubai, other overseas markets for luxury hotel expansionITC Hotels is evaluating multiple management contract opportunities in Dubai and other “proximal” international markets as it looks to expa...
Harry Potter fans pushed a $580 million undersea power cable to change course, protecting Dobby’s fan-made memorial on a Welsh beachA heartfelt tribute to the beloved character Dobby unexpectedly influenced a significant infrastructure project in Wales. Following revelat...
The Lost Inca City Hiram Bingham Missed: How another explorer found Vilcabamba deep in Peru’s jungleExplorers searched for Vilcabamba, the Inca Empire's final refuge, for decades. Gene Savoy identified ruins at Espíritu Pampa as the likely...
From kirana to currency: Small towns are scrambling for dollarsSmall towns now lead India's foreign exchange demand, surpassing major cities. This shift indicates rising prosperity and global lifestyle ...
Monsoon no longer an off-season for Goa as tourist footfall risesGoa welcomed over 61 lakh visitors from January to July this year. July alone showed a notable year-on-year increase in tourist arrivals. T...
Assam eyes Japanese investment, JETRO delegation explores partnerships in semiconductors, tea, and tourismAssam's chief secretary met a Japanese delegation to explore investment opportunities. Discussions covered semiconductors, renewable energy...
Goa sees surge in monsoon travel searches as Indians embrace ‘micro-cations’Goa sees a surge in monsoon travel and short "micro-cation" trends. Domestic searches for these trips have increased significantly year-on-...
A Spanish influencer trusted AI’s Puerto Rico entry advice; she reached the airport without an ESTA and was prevented from boardingAn influencer from Spain encountered significant airport troubles after depending on ChatGPT for advice on travel documents, resulting in h...
Post Pahalgam, panel seeks tighter security at Jammu and Kashmir tourist sitesA parliamentary committee has recommended an integrated security system for Jammu and Kashmir's tourist sites. This system will include CCT...
Luxury hotel chains bet big on India's wellness boomIndian luxury hotel chains are investing heavily in wellness tourism. The Oberoi Group plans twenty new lifestyle resorts across India and ...
India needs more GST relief to make travel affordable, drive tourism growth: SOTC Travel MDFurther GST rationalization on domestic hotels and restaurants could fuel tourism growth. The government's move to reduce tax collected at ...
Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand is open for trekking: How it was British mountaineers who ‘discovered’ this UNESCO Himalayan paradiseThe Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is now open for trekking. Spread across 87 sq km, it is h...
Radisson Hotel signs 10 new hotels from India's religious spots to tech hub BengaluruRadisson Hotel Group has signed 10 new hotels across seven Indian states, strengthening its India expansion strategy. The new properties sp...
South India emerges as key hub for hospitality industryThe southern states of India are emerging as vibrant centers for hospitality and tourism, fueled by a surge in travel enthusiasm and suppor...
From Chicken's Neck to growth corridor: Why North Bengal's next chapter mattersNorth Bengal is emerging as a vital economic corridor, connecting trade and regional integration. Bagdogra Airport's expansion signals grow...
Thailand keeps visa-free entry for Indians, but stay limit cut to 30 daysThailand will now offer Indian travelers a 30-day visa-free entry. This change aligns with current travel patterns and supports the tourism...