Darjeeling most searched domestic destinations in North-East for Oct-Dec 2025: Agoda
Cherrapunji, Pelling, and Kalimpong are also enjoying increased domestic interest
Zoomcar calls for experience-led EV Adoption as India prepares for a breakthrough year in 2026
Zoomcar’s EV pilots across select metros showed strong renter interest, with EVs performing best in urban mobility, airport runs, and short-distance trips.
Royal Orchid Hotels strengthens central India portfolio with new signing in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
This new signing also marks Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels’ second property in Gwalior and the fourth hotel in the Madhya Pradesh region, where the group already operates one hotel each in Bhopal, Indore, and Gwalior. With this addition, ROHL continues to strengthen its presence and commitment to serving the growing hospitality demand across the state.
Philippine Airlines takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000
The A350 aircraft is already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Airbus is targeting to have its aircraft up to 100% SAF capable by 2030.
Tourism India Alliance announces TEX 2026: India’s most anticipated tourism exchange
TEX 2026 will be held from January 8 to 10, 2026, at the Mayfair Palm Beach Resort & Spa in Gopalpur-on-Sea, Odisha. The event is expected to serve as an important milestone for industry professionals, tourism boards and global partners seeking to engage with India’s rapidly transforming tourism sector.
IEIA announces new Executive Committee for 2025-27; Sooraj Dhawan to continue as President
Ubaid Ahmad assumes the role of the Vice President of the Association; Jagdish Patankar remains as Honorary Secretary and P. Ramakrishna as Honorary Treasurer, while Sudeep Sarcar, Vipul Agarwal, and Dharampal Malhotra continue as Executive Committee Members for the 2025–2027 term. The new Members include Avisha Desai, Nazeeba Zarin, Pallavi Mehra, Satyendra Mehra and Sudhir Dhavan.
SriLankan Airlines begins operations at Velana International Airport's T1
SriLankan Airlines officially transitioned its operations to Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport, Malé, effective December 17, 2025. To commemorate the move, Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) hosted a ceremonial welcome for passengers arriving on UL101 at Terminal 1, as well as those departing from Terminal 1 on UL102.
VITS Hotels & Resorts strengthens presence in Maharashtra with the launch of VITS Select Nashik
Features 24 thoughtfully designed rooms, including Deluxe Rooms, Executive Rooms, and Deluxe Triple Rooms each equipped with essential modern amenities tailored for comfort, efficiency, and convenience.
India suspends visa services in Chittagong amid Bangladesh unrest
As per an agency report, India’s assistant high commission in Chittagong temporarily ceased operations due to safety concerns for its staff following violent protests near its diplomatic premises.
Kochi to host first int. Spice Route Conference from Jan 6-8
The event will see 38 international delegates from 22 countries apart from national participants engaging in absorbing conversations. The event will also explore new pathways to strengthen cultural and heritage tourism ties among a host of countries across continents that lay in the ambit of the famed Space Route.
