India's economic plot twist comes with one villain stepping aside, another waitingIndia's economic outlook has improved as falling crude oil prices ease inflation, strengthen the balance of payments and prompt economists ...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
Indian travellers worry more about forex costs than visa queues: ReportIndian travellers are set to spend more overseas following a tax reduction. However, managing travel budgets is their biggest worry. Many s...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
Indians may be roaming closer to home because of a war far awayIndia Tourism Sector and Iran War: Prime Minister Modi's call to curb foreign travel for a year aims to boost domestic tourism, conserve fo...
19 May, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
PM Modi Work from Home Advisory Updates: Here's what IT companies, industry bodies and leaders are saying about WFH shiftPrime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a return to work-from-home and virtual meetings. Businesses are reviewing remote work options. ...
13 May, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
Has Air India cancelled all international flights until July 2026? Here’s the truth behind the viral claimAir India Flights: Rumors of Air India suspending all international flights until July 2026 are misleading. The airline has temporarily red...
13 May, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chairs high-level West Asia review as PM Modi calls for ‘economic self-defence’Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting on West Asia's evolving situation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for nationwide econ...
11 May, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Dubai hotel rates remain stable amid shocksAverage hotel rates for new bookings in Dubai remained largely stable through April, according to data from RateGain and industry executive...
01 May, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
TCS is down, but the 'hidden fees' remain: Why budget 2026 is only step one for Indian studentsIndia's Budget 2026 significantly reduced TCS on overseas remittances and tour packages, while RBI mandated full fee transparency for forex...
26 Feb, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Union Budget bets on tourism, mobility, human capital for long-term growth: VFS GlobalThe Budget 2026-27 highlights tourism, mobility, and human capital as key drivers for future growth. Initiatives aim to boost travel demand...
02 Feb, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Travel industry welcomes measures aimed at boosting tourism, but long-standing demands remainThe Union Budget has welcomed hospitality sector reforms like a National Institute and high-speed rail corridors, alongside a TCS reduction...
01 Feb, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
Budget 2026: Lower TCS on overseas tour packages gives relief to travellersThe Union Budget 2026 proposes significant reduction in the Tax Collected at Source (TCS) for overseas tour packages. The TCS rate on inter...
01 Feb, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Air India to cut 38 international flights weekly, suspend three routes till mid-July amid post-crash safety reviewAir India announced it will reduce flights on 16 international routes and suspend services on 3 overseas destinations between June 21 and J...
20 Jun, 2025, 12.54 AM IST
Tax on external remittances slashes Indians' overseas spending by 44%The tax on external remittances from India has led to a notable drop in spending abroad. In June 2024, total remittances fell 44% to $2.2 b...
22 Aug, 2024, 12.11 PM IST
Hotels, accommodations to contribute around 70% of total business by 2022: MakeMyTripCurrently, hotels and accommodations account for around 54 per cent of the company's total revenue.
10 Feb, 2019, 12.30 PM IST
US, UK evacuating their nationals from Yemen amid Al-Qaeda threatThe State Department said it had pulled all non-essential personnel from Yemen, and the Pentagon said the US Air Force had flown staffers o...
06 Aug, 2013, 09.03 PM IST
- The Inside view of Tourism & Travel
Raju and Bharat Choksi, of Ace Tours give an inside view into the dynamic world of Tourism and Travel
12 Aug, 2008, 12.32 AM IST
- Govt to ease taxes for hotels
Government is seized of various periodic requests from the travel and tourism industry with regard to reduction in taxes for hotels and ena...
10 May, 2005, 03.23 PM IST