Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Cozzet Grand Jagatpura, a 90-key greenfield hotel in Jaipur, as part of its ongoing expansion in the premium economy hospitality segment. The property is scheduled to open in 2028 and will be fifth hotel in the pink city for Cygnett. Located in Jagatpura, an emerging residential and commercial area of Jaipur, the upcoming hotel will...

Digi Yatra has commenced trials for international passengers at seven airports across India, marking a further step in the adoption of digital technology in the country’s aviation sector. The trials, scheduled to run from November to December 2026, will allow eligible Indian nationals holding e-passports to use the Digi Yatra at designated airport touchpoints while travelling on select...

ITC Hotels Limited has announced the signing of a management agreement for Storii Shantiniketan, a 95-key retreat under its fast-growing Storii by ITC Hotels brand. The hotel will feature 95 rooms and suites, along with an all-day dining restaurant, a bar and a lobby lounge, among others.

ixigo Group has strengthened its position as India’s second-largest online travel agency (OTA) by gross booking value (GBV), with an 11% share of the Indian OTA market in FY26, according to VIDEC’s India Travel Market Opportunity Study, FY23–FY28. The study pegs the group’s GBV at INR 18,690 crore in FY26, up from INR 14,970 crore in FY25 (~25% YoY growth), with its overall OTA market share...

Tourist lodges recorded the highest annual growth of 52%, with registrations reaching 18,115 by the end of the third quarter of 2026, compared with 11,900 during the corresponding period in 2025.

Digital travel platform Agoda has published its 2027 Asia Travel Pulse, spotlighting five key trends and insights poised to shape the next year of travel in Asia. The findings reveal a strong inclination towards lesser-known destinations, outdoor adventures and spiritual journeys, alongside a growing preference for longer stays and value-added accommodation benefits...

During her previous tenure as District Collector, her administrative responsibilities frequently intersected with local cultural events, community development initiatives, and tourism coordination.

The decision to defer elections by one year has been taken in view of the WTTC Summit scheduled to be held in India in 2027. The objective is to ensure continuity in leadership and enable FAITH to focus on maximising the tourism, trade and economic benefits of this landmark international event for the country.

Vietnam Airlines launches its direct Ahmedabad–Hanoi service, marking the airline’s entry into Gujarat as its fifth passenger destination in India. The inaugural flight departed from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, on November 3, 2026, creating a new direct air link between Gujarat and Vietnam.

The Lufthansa Group and the Portuguese government signed the agreement for the acquisition of an initial minority stake of 44.9% in TAP Air Portugal at Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon. This marks a decisive milestone in the privatisation process of TAP. Completion of the acquisition remains subject to approval by the relevant authorities, in particular the European Commission...