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
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Cyprus pitches itself as base for Indian firms expanding in Europe, announces Mumbai trade hubOn September 1, 2026, Cyprus will establish a trade office in Mumbai, aiming to open new pathways for Indian entrepreneurs into European ma...
21 May, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
Delhi cuts VAT on aviation turbine fuel to 7% from 25%The Delhi government has significantly cut the Value Added Tax on Aviation Turbine Fuel. The tax on ATF will now be 7 percent, down from 25...
17 May, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
Gas prices today April 28: Check daily average rates in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington and moreGas prices today April 28: US national average gasoline prices edged higher to $4.176 per gallon on April 28, 2026, remaining above the $4 ...
28 Apr, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
This Spanish city will introduce a tourist tax in October 2026Vigo, Spain, will implement a tourist tax of up to €2 per night starting October 2026 to manage visitor numbers and generate revenue. The p...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
EY, FICCI urge govt to reduce GST rate to 9% on hotel rooms priced above Rs 7,500 per nightA joint report by EY and FICCI suggests lowering the GST on luxury hotel rooms to 9%. This move aims to make India a more competitive touri...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Gas prices today April 27: Check daily average rates in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington and moreGas prices today: Check daily average rates in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington etc. Gasoline prices across the United Stat...
27 Apr, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
International travel demand from India drops as West Asia tensions and weak rupee drive up costsIndian summer travel abroad faces higher costs. Tour packages are up 20-25%. West Asia conflict fuels oil prices and airfares. A weaker rup...
27 Apr, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Liquor stocks have macro tailwinds, but will FTAs become a problem? 6 liquor stocks with an upside potential of up to 26%Supply chain disruptions caused by the US-Israel-Iran conflict have a second-order impact on several industries. The liquor sector is no ex...
25 Apr, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
It's not just war that brought rupee down, it needs better supportThe West Asia conflict has accelerated INR depreciation, necessitating a rethink of India's economic fundamentals. Short-term measures incl...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.24 AM IST
IPL teams appeal for tax rematch: 'Treat event as sport, not entertainment'Indian Premier League teams are asking the government to reclassify match tickets. They want IPL games treated as sports, not entertainment...
21 Apr, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Why are hospital stocks defying market volatility? Demand, beds and growth plansOver the past five years, the sector has delivered strong growth, with revenues rising about 15.5% annually between FY2019-20 and FY2024-25...
20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
GST reforms to transform Indian hospitality into globally competitive force: HAIHotel Association of India welcomes the government's GST reforms. They believe it can boost India's tourism sector. HAI hopes for a 5% GST ...
22 Aug, 2025, 05.44 PM IST
Hospitality and tourism industry asks for 6-8 per cent levy under GSTThe federation, the apex body of the sector which represents hotels, restaurants, resorts, tour operators and travel agents, has been in ta...
18 Aug, 2016, 09.10 AM IST
- Hilly hospitality may cost less
Buying hotel and resort properties located in hill stations after Budget 2007 could turn out to be a good investment avenue.
23 Jan, 2007, 03.03 AM IST
- Tourism projects likely to get tax exemption for 10 yrs
Tourism ministry has proposed to declare a conditional 10-year tax holiday for all tourism projects in the country.
04 Jan, 2007, 03.17 AM IST