Digi Yatra crosses 10 crore usage; plans to enable 27 more airports
The Digi Yatra app has enabled over 10 crore seamless journeys across 38 airports with over 2.4 crore downloads across iOS and Android. The platform has reduced average airport entry processing times from 15 seconds down to 5 seconds per passenger by replacing manual document verification. This rapid throughput has significantly optimised terminal infrastructure, reduced terminal congestion...
TAT partners with Dida to drive Trusted Thailand campaign growth in China
According to online reports, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has entered into a strategic partnership with global travel distribution platform Dida to strengthen Thailand’s tourism promotion efforts in the Chinese market. The collaboration was formalised through the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI), under which Dida has been designated as the lead digital distribution partner...
Munnar to boost tourism with infrastructure & facilities upgrade
According to online reports, Munnar is set to witness a significant upgrade in its tourism infrastructure as the Kerala government explores a series of initiatives aimed at improving visitor facilities, traffic management and sustainable destination development.
Central & South America’s tourism GDP to grow by 4.1% in 2026: WTTC
WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR) forecasts Travel & Tourism GDP across Central and South America will grow 4.1% in 2026, ahead of the global average of 3.2%. International visitor spending across the region is projected to increase 7.8%, more than double the global growth rate of 3.7%. Globally, WTTC data forecasts Travel & Tourism will contribute USD 12 trillion to the...
Kerala aims to become India’s most emotionally engaging tourism destination
According to online reports, Kerala is aiming to strengthen its positioning as one of India’s leading experiential and responsible tourism destinations, with the state government outlining plans to promote sustainable and high-value tourism growth.
TBO Tek delivers a strong quarter as revenue grows over 83% YoY
The quarter saw broad based strength across India, APAC, Europe, North America and Latin America markets demonstrating structural resiliency in the face of geopolitical headwinds emerging from the Middle East war. Additionally, the Adj. EBITDA for the year reached INR 414 Cr, up +26% YoY.
Argentina welcomes 463,100 international tourists in April 2026
Argentina recorded a negative international tourism balance in April 2026, with outbound travel by residents significantly said to be exceeding inbound tourist arrivals, according to the latest data released by the country’s National Institute of Statistics and Census (INDEC).
Vesna Rakić named CEO as Seychelles Tourism Board is reinstated
Rakić’s previous roles include Director and Senior Consultant at Sales & Marketing Seychelles Pty Ltd, Head of Sales and Marketing at Bookseychelles, Market Development Manager at Creole Holidays, and Marketing Manager at Travel Services Seychelles Ltd, where she oversaw key portfolio entities including Desroches Island Resort and Cat Cocos.
IATA records fall of 3.4% in air passenger demand due to Middle East War
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its data for April 2026 global passenger demand. According to the data the total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down by -3.4% compared to April 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand increased by 1.2%. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), decreased -2.9% year-on-year...
Kaziranga to suspend tourist entry from May 29
As per online reports, the final jeep safari for visitors will operate on May 28, after which tourism activities inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site will be suspended due to heavy rainfall and flooding risks that typically affect large sections of the park during the monsoon months.
