SAF is a practical, immediate solution to decarbonise aviation sector: MoCA Minister Naidu
88 airports have already transitioned to 100% green energy usage, setting benchmarks for global best practices. This and more were highlighted at the launch event of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Feasibility Study for India, which aims to provide strategic insights to shape India’s national SAF policy framework.
MTF Events gears up for 2nd edition of ‘Melange’ on September 20 - 21
MTF Events is all set to host the 2nd edition of ‘Melange’ on September 20 and 21, 2025. The B2B travel trade show, in its second edition, is moving to a new venue at NESCO Hall VI in Mumbai. A key highlight this year, setting it apart from the maiden edition, is the introduction of a hosted buyer programme.
MPEDB & ATOAI join hands to promote sustainable adventure tourism in Madhya Pradesh
The Madhya Pradesh Eco-Tourism Development Board (MPEDB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) to promote safe, sustainable and community-focused adventure tourism across Madhya Pradesh on September 3, 2025.
MakeMyTrip strengthens myPartner with international holiday packages
MakeMyTrip’s B2B platform, myPartner, has onboarded Europamundo, to bring 600+ of its international packages by Indian travellers to the platform’s 50,000 registered travel agents. The development is aimed to make it easier for travel agents discover and recommend popular itineraries that resonate with the preferences of their customers. myPartner will also offer B2B rates to ensure better margins
Araqila by SaffronStays and FLY91 forge strategic partnership
SaffronStays enters a strategic partnership with FLY91, a regional airline, boosting connectivity across tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Said to be an exclusive collaboration for SaffronStays’ recently launched first boutique resort property, ‘Araqila,’ in Sindhudurg, paving the way for promoting regional tourism and offering experiential value for customers.
Nok Air submits safety docs to Thailand Civil Aviation, operations to continue normally
Nok Air appreciates CAAT’s prompt review of the clarifications provided, with a view to easing and lifting the restrictions on the addition of flights and international routes.
AbhiBus expands with 7 new SRTC partnerships
AbhiBus (ixigo’s bus business) has expanded its network of bus inventory by integrating services from 7 new State Road Transport Corporations (SRTCs) recently, expanding the supply of state government-run bus services on Abhibus.
Skyscanner appoints Suryakumar Yadav as brand ambassador for India
Skyscanner today announced Suryakumar ‘SKY’ Yadav as its first-ever brand ambassador in India. Celebrated on the cricket field as ‘Mr. 360’ for his all-round play, SKY aims to now bring that same spirit to travel, partnering with Skyscanner to inspire and promote travel discovery as the Mr. 360 of travel.
Uzbek carrier Centrum Air to commence direct flights between Delhi and Tashkent from Oct 3
The service will initially operate twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Fridays, strengthening air connectivity between India and Uzbekistan. Aeroprime Group will be responsible for driving Centrum Air’s passenger and cargo sales, supporting marketing initiatives.
Kaspersky survey unveils how Indian travelers are using AI in travel
According to Kaspersky, the most popular use of AI is for research, with 74% of respondents confirming it was the most common use of AI. Second and third place went to AI for work (65%) and studying (61%). Entertainment (48%) and experimenting with technology (40%) tied for fourth place. AI in travel planning, with 41% of votes, is not yet among the most popular uses of AI.
