Travel trade partners central to how we reach & serve the India market: Malaysia Airlines leadership
The airline also formalised three MoUs with Pay U, Times Black, and Jio Network. The collaborations will explore opportunities across digital payments, premium lifestyle engagement and digital media outreach, aimed at more connected experiences.
IndiGo launches daily direct Udaipur flights to Noida & Navi Mumbai airports
IndiGo has announced the launch of daily, non-stop flights to Udaipur from both Noida International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport, effective October 25 and November 15, 2026, respectively. The new routes aim to strengthen connectivity to/from Udaipur.
Tathastu Pench expands to 84 rooms with 23-key addition
Tathastu Resorts has expanded Tathastu Pench to 84 rooms, adding 23 keys and increasing its dining capacity as it looks to strengthen the property’s presence across corporate offsites, social gatherings, family holidays and experiential leisure travel alongside its wildlife business.
Jewar Airport to be named ‘Narendra Modi International Airport’: CM Yogi
Noida International Airport, Jewar, to be known as ‘Narendra Modi International Airport’. The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the proposal, describing the decision, taken on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 25 years in public life, as a symbol of the state government’s gratitude towards the Prime Minister.
Kerala’s Thirunelli and Chekadi Trails of Responsible Tourism Mission launched
Tourism Minister PC Vishnunadh said the project has been implemented with the vision of enabling visitors to directly experience rural life and that the initiative aims to create a responsible tourism culture without disturbing the local life and unique culture of the people of Wayanad.
SATA Awards celebrates its 10th edition in Maldives; boosts regional tourism ties
Held at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, the edition marked a significant chapter in SATA’s journey, with support from the Maldives’ tourism industry and partners across hospitality, aviation, marine services, insurance and digital solutions. The event also reinforced the importance of regional cooperation in promoting South Asia as a diverse tourism destination.
India wins bid to host WTTC Global Summit in 2027; the event in Delhi expected to see 5000 attendees
This was announced by WTTC Chairman Manfredi Lefebvre, in presence of Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Govt of India, WTTC President and CEO, Gloria Guevara, Suman Billa, AS & DG, Ministry of Tourism, while the council rolled down the curtains on its Summit in Valletta today.
Malta crosses 4 mn visitors; tourism contributed 16.9% to GDP; PM calls for shift from volume to value
The island nation welcomed more than four million visitors last year and generated EUR 3.9 billion in tourism spending, while the Malta government actively looks to shift its focus from visitor volumes to higher-value, year-round and sustainable tourism. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the WTTC Global Summit in Valletta, Malta’s Prime Minister Robert Abela said the country had...
Flipkart acquires minority stake in TravClan to expand international travel offerings
Flipkart, e-commerce marketplace, announced a minority stake investment in TravClan, a global B2B travel tech platform. The investment will strengthen international travel supply and expand the holiday packages available to customers across Cleartrip and Flipkart Travel. TravClan powers outbound leisure travel with direct supplier listings across domestic and international destinations...
Skyscanner reports 58% of Indians plan to travel abroad more in 2027; unveils Travel Trends 2027 report
Skyscanner has officially launched its Travel Trends 2027 report on October 8, 2026, at Odella, Green Park, Delhi. The report revealed next year’s top trending and best value destinations as well as showcasing the seven key trends influencing traveller behaviour and key shifts in the travel industry in the coming year. Despite broader consumer spending slowing and global economic tides...
