Ladakh to grant industry status to hotels & guest houses from June 2026
Reports stated that the decision is expected to provide operational relief to hotels anAccording to a post on X shared by Vinai Kumar Saxena, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor, hotels and guest houses will now be granted industry status registered with the Union Territory’s Tourism Department.
ROHL marks its debut in Telangana with Regenta Place Hi-Tech City in Hyderabad
Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) announces the launch of Regenta Place Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad, marking the Regenta Place brand’s debut in Cyberabad. Nestled in the heart of HITEC City, the property brings together old-world charm and contemporary hospitality. The hotel aims to cater both business and leisure travellers. The property features 74 keys including 2 Suites, 6 Executive Rooms...
Goa plans MICE bureau; eyes quality tourism, no ‘off-season'
Rohan Khaunte, Goa Tourism Minister, recently stated at a public forum that the state continues to record steady domestic and international visitor inflows despite global challenges, including geopolitical tensions impacting the aviation sector. He remarked, ‘Tourists are still coming, and there is no such thing as an off-season.’
Star Air relaunches 6 weekly flights connecting Hyderabad, Jharsuguda & Bhubaneswar
The airline has completed 7 years of uninterrupted operations, carried nearly 3 million passengers while maintained a robust schedule of 455 weekly flights, set to increase to 550 weekly flights this summer.
Eco Hotels launches a 33-key property in Ayodhya
Eco Hotels And Resorts Limited announced the launch of its newly completed hotel property in Ayodhya, marking a strategic expansion in spiritual tourism market. The property is strategically positioned, and offers 33 well- appointed rooms, a restaurant -“Sahar —Back to the Roots” - on the top floor, lawn, and swimming pool. The hotel aims to cater pilgrims, leisure travellers, and group...
Malaysia Airlines boosts global trade ties through TES 2026 in Sabah
Said to be Malaysia’s largest airline trade event, TES 2026 reported to have brought together key industry stakeholders from across the global travel and aviation ecosystem, aiming to boost Malaysia’s position as a preferred tourism and connectivity hub during Visit Malaysia 2026.
Sarovar Hotels unveils Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar in Odisha
Sarovar Hotels, in partnership with Prachi Resorts, announced the inauguration of Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, strengthening the city’s premium hospitality landscape and supporting the growing tourism and business potential of Odisha. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Ajay K. Bakaya, Chairman, Sarovar Hotels & Director, Louvre Hotels India; Vijaya Laxmi Devi, Chairperson...
Eco Hotels & Resorts Ltd. partners with Riya Travels to boost global reach
Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited announces a strategic partnership with Riya Travel & Tours. This collaboration aims to boost Eco Hotels’ growth strategy, enabling the Company to strengthen its distribution network and enhance visibility across domestic and international markets.
Series by Marriott opens 50 hotels in India; reaches 75 signed properties
Marriott International, Inc. announced landmark dual milestones for The Fern Hotels & Resorts, Series by Marriott in India - 75 hotels have now been signed under the brand’s founding collaboration with Concept Hospitality Private Limited (CHPL), while 50 of those properties are already open and welcoming guests - bringing over 3,556 rooms into Marriott’s portfolio in India. Accomplished in...
Maharashtra unveils India’s first underwater museum in Sindhudurg
Maharashtra is set to introduce India’s first submarine tourism project off the Sindhudurg coast, marking a major step towards strengthening marine and adventure tourism. According to online reports, the ambitious project has now received updated Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance, subject to certain conditions.
