The project, to be executed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), will be developed at an estimated cost of INR 8,300.79 crore. The proposed corridor will pass through the districts of Khurda, Puri, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur, linking key religious, cultural and commercial destinations across the state's coastal belt.

The state recorded a 17.7% increase in domestic tourist arrivals in 2025-26, rising from 28 crore to 36 crore visitors. Also, the state is expected to move up from number four to two in terms of domestic arrivals. The Special Chief Secretary to Government, (Tourism & Culture), Andhra Pradesh, Ajay Jain, shares more in an exclusive interaction.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS), providing comprehensive statistical data through to 2025. WATS incorporates data from the 1,315 airlines in the IATA Annual Statistics collection, including more than 250 international airlines providing specific data contributions to WATS...

The Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, organised a workshop on the Next Phase of the UDAN Scheme at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, bringing together key stakeholders from the aviation sector to deliberate on the future roadmap for regional air connectivity in the country. The ‘Modified UDAN’ scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 4, 2026, at Jodhpur Airport...

Pitching Mizoram as an emerging destination for event tourism, Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar said the state has immense untapped potential in the sector. Mizoram showcased its tourism potential through a video presentation, highlighting the state's tourism calendar, major attractions and initiatives undertaken by the government.

ITA Airways announces the resumption of its direct service between Rome Fiumicino and Riyadh, effective September 15, 2026. Through its hub at Rome Fiumicino, passengers travelling from Riyadh said to benefit from convenient connections to the airline’s main domestic, European, and intercontinental destinations.

ITC Hotels Limited has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a 100% stake in GHK Hospitality and Infrastructures Ltd, the owner of Welcomhotel Ahmedabad, for an enterprise value of INR 155 crores. The 130-key property, which ITC currently manages under an operating services agreement, represents a significant shift from a managed contract to full ownership. This move allows the group...

As the resort continues to strengthen its position in the Wayanad’s growing hospitality landscape, it sought a technology solution that could provide greater control over inventory distribution, maintain rate consistency across booking channels, and support a seamless guest booking journey.

Egypt is reshaping the visitor experience at the Giza Plateau through an integrated tourism development strategy that combines heritage conservation with hospitality, mobility and MICE infrastructure. The initiative aims to connect the iconic pyramids with the Grand Egyptian Museum while creating a seamless destination experience for leisure and business travellers alike.

The Telangana Government has approved an administrative sanction of INR 13 crore for the development of tourism infrastructure and boating facilities at Mattapalli Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Huzurnagar constituency of Suryapet district. The proposal follows a request received for enhancing visitor amenities at the temple. Following the approval, TGTDC has been directed to initiate the n