Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu inaugurated the rerouted Vande Bharat Express between Amritsar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. Now operating on a new route via Gurdaspur and Batala, the optimised route reduces total journey distance by about 84 km, saving 40 minutes off the previous schedule to improve efficiency for religious and leisure tourism...

Akasa Air commenced operations from Noida International Airport, (NIA) marking a defining milestone in its network expansion strategy and strengthening its presence in the National Capital Region (NCR). The airline’s inaugural flight on June 16, 2026, departed Navi Mumbai International Airport at 0725 hrs and arrived at Noida International Airport at 0935 hrs. The inaugural flight...

Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, announces the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Okinawa Resort. The 170-room beachfront resort in Nago marks the brand’s debut in Okinawa, deepening Marriott International’s resort footprint in Japan’s southernmost prefecture, famous for its rich Ryukyuan culture, coral reefs and UNESCO-listed Yambaru...

Star Air, the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, has announced the launch of scheduled commercial services to Mundra (MDA), Gujarat, marking the airline’s 32nd destination on its expanding domestic network. Operations are set to commence from June 23, 2026, further strengthening Star Air’s commitment to connecting underserved regions of India with major economic and cultural centres...

Union Tourism Minister highlights connectivity gains, infrastructure investments and diverse tourism experiences across the region The Northeast is emerging as a key contributor to India's future tourism and travel economy, supported by rapid infrastructure development, enhanced connectivity and a rich mix of cultural and natural attractions...

Rail Europe has expanded its Italian rail offering with the addition of Campania Express, aiming to provide travel professionals and API partners with an additional rail option for some of southern Italy's most popular destinations, including Pompeii, Herculaneum and Sorrento.

The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) has reportedly rolled out a series of new regulatory measures and operational initiatives aimed at supporting the continued development of Saudi Arabia's coastal tourism sector.

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. This is reportedly a brownfield project with potential for future expansion. The 105-key Taj Dharamshala features an all-day dining restaurant, two speciality restaurants, a bar and a lobby lounge.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), in collaboration with Etihad Airways and tourism stakeholders, has concluded a C-level trade visit from India, reinforcing long-standing partnerships and setting a clear direction for the next phase of growth across one of the emirate’s most important source markets.

The state is laying a special focus on sustainable growth, innovation and community participation, a govt. spokesperson said.