With the aim to develop iconic tourist centres in the country, the Ministry of Tourism issued operational guidelines along with detailed project report template under the Special Assistance to the States for Capital Investment (SASCI)-Development of Iconic Tourist Centres to Global Scale initiative scheme.

Treebo Hospitality Ventures (THV) has opened a new 30-key Medalio hotel in Kota as the group continues to expand its lifestyle hotel brand built for the intentional traveller. Medalio aims to bring together contemporary design, intuitive hospitality, dining and event spaces under one roof. It has been developed for the city’s growing mix of education-led, business, family and leisure travel...

CGH Earth is embarking on a significant new chapter with its expansion into the Eastern Himalayas. Marking the hospitality group's first venture beyond its traditional southern footprint, this strategic expansion aims to reflect CGH Earth's enduring philosophy of creating deeply rooted, place-led experiences that celebrate the unique ecology, culture, and communities of each destination.

Monsoon travel in India is revealing distinctly different patterns across regions, with weather, religious occasions and the purpose of travel influencing where people choose to go. While the season is driving interest in hill and pilgrimage destinations across the North, intercity travel in the South remains relatively resilient, with leisure corridors such as Bengaluru–Goa also continuing to...

Thomas Cook (India) Limited has launched its India Forex Report 2026, offering insights into how Indian consumers purchase, carry, and spend foreign exchange across leisure travel, overseas education, and corporate travel. According to the report, leisure travel remains the largest driver of forex demand, accounting for 57%...

A curated familiarisation journey hosted by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, in partnership with its India representative, Buzz Travel Marketing, provided a first-hand understanding of the destination’s appeal for Indian travellers.

China is reportedly seeing a strong rebound in international tourism, with foreign visitor arrivals rising sharply as expanded visa-free access, improved air connectivity, and targeted promotional efforts attract more overseas travellers. According to data reported by Bloomberg News, foreign tourist arrivals grew by 20% in the first half of 2026, with 18 million visitors arriving from...

At the 2nd edition of its Conclave held in New Delhi, themed 'Incredible India: Invaluable Economics', FAITH unveiled a six-point Tourism Growth Charter, describing it as an immediate action agenda designed to unlock investment, improve competitiveness and revive inbound tourism.

Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd., hospitality groups with 123+ hotels nationwide currently, announced its Unaudited Standalone and Consolidated financial results for the First Quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company delivered resilient performance during the quarter, driven by strategic portfolio expansion, improved operational efficiencies and strong demand across key business and leisure markets...

The Mizoram government has signed a strategic MoU with the Central Committee of Young Mizo Association (CYMA) on August 11, 2024, to strengthen cooperation in promoting tourism in the state. The state has witnessed a significant increase in tourist arrivals in recent times. To foster this development further, the agreement was signed in the presence of Tourism Secretary Vanlaldina Fanai...