Tourism in India has traditionally leaned towards iconic landmarks, urban centers, and large-scale infrastructure development. However, as the sector matures and global travel trends evolve, a quieter but more transformative movement is gaining momentum, community-based tourism (CBT). Studies show that this tourism model can directly improve livelihoods, with one of the reports indicating it...

The fall of the Indian Rupee (INR) past the INR 95 mark against the US dollar is not just a currency story, it is a turning point for India’s tourism sector as well. One of the sharpest declines in over a decade, it is already changing how Indians plan, spend, and travel.

He replaces Srivatsa Krishna who has now moved to Ministry of Minority Affairs as Secretary.

India’s tourism potential is widely acknowledged, yet its global performance tells a different story. Industry gathers for a candid discussion at SATTE 2026 spotlighting why the Brand India needs more than just the nostalgia. Full report here:

As travellers move across the country, they encounter countless variations of the same dish—each shaped by local ingredients, traditions and techniques. Today, food is no longer viewed merely as sustenance; it has evolved into a powerful travel motivator. Increasingly, travellers are willing to journey long distances and spend significantly more to experience authentic and distinctive culinary...

The India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), under the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, held the inaugural opening ceremony of the Capacity Building Program for Tribal Homestay Owners at Kautilya Hall, Hotel Samrat, New Delhi...

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved declaration of Madurai Airport, Tamil Nadu, as an International Airport. Madurai Airport, located in the Temple City of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest airports in the state. It serves as a crucial gateway to Southern Tamil Nadu...

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, participated at ITB Berlin 2026, held from March 3 to 5 at Messe Berlin, Germany. India participated with a significant delegation of Destination Management Companies (DMCs), hoteliers, State Governments / Union Territories and tour operators from across the country.  Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Tourism and Culture was accompanied by...

The 6th edition of ‘FICCI Medical Value Travel Awards’ has been organised during the 8th edition of Advantage Healthcare India 2026. The event was graced by the presence of by Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Government of India, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat; Election Commissioner for the Union Territories & Jury Chair, FICCI Medical Value Travel Awards, Sudhanshu Pandey (Retd.)....

The India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and its flagship property, The Ashok Hotel, have unveiled a comprehensive set of physical and digital initiatives, marking their joint 60th and 70th anniversaries, respectively. The series of multi-dimensional, high-impact initiatives was inaugurated by the Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Union Minister of...