IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has announced the signing of four new properties in Italy, marking a significant milestone in its Southern European growth strategy. This expansion brings IHG's Italian portfolio to over 50 properties across its open and development pipeline, reinforcing its position in one of the region's most resilient hospitality markets...

Akasa Air announced the addition of Udaipur to its expanding domestic network. Effective October 15, 2026, the airline will commence daily direct flights connecting Udaipur with Mumbai and Bengaluru. Commenting on the launch, Anand Srinivasan, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer, Akasa Air, said, “We are delighted to launch services to Udaipur, a city that...

According to ICRA, the domestic air passenger traffic for May 2026 was estimated at 156.4 lakh, 11.3% higher than 140.5 lakh in May 2025 and 13.2% higher than 138.1 lakh in April 2026. Despite the growth in May 2026, which was supported by a favourable base, given the demand disruption in May 2025 following the Pahalgam attack and the subsequent military conflict between India and Pakistan.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced that works have commenced on Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi (House of the Arts), a landmark institution on Saadiyat Island that aims to become one of the region’s most technically advanced performing arts venues upon opening in 2030.

The annual Amarnath Yatra is on course to become a major global spiritual tourism destination in the coming years, according to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who said sustained investments in infrastructure, technology and pilgrim facilities have significantly enhanced the pilgrimage experience over the past five years.

ITC Hotels Limited today announced the signing of a management agreement for a 101-key Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Karai area of Gandhinagar. This development further enhances ITC Hotels’ footprint in Gujarat, strengthening the Welcomhotel brand’s presence across state capital and emerging financial cities.

Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, said that the modernisation and expansion of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur, would significantly strengthen Central India's economic landscape by enhancing connectivity, attracting investments, generating employment, and promoting industrial growth across Vidarbha.

The All Ladakh Hotel and Guest House Association on Wednesday, amid growing concerns over investments from outsiders in Ladakh’s tourism sector, said there was a need for a tourism development model that is sustainable, inclusive, and beneficial to the people of the region.

The development spans over 655 acres across six airports in five states, including nearly 440 acres in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, with approximately 22 million sq. ft. of mixed-use development planned in the first phase. To invest over INR 20,000 crore in the first phase to create integrated airport cities.

Air India Express announced the launch of direct flights between Guwahati and Dubai, and Guwahati and Abu Dhabi, becoming the first airline to directly connect Northeast India with West Asia. The services will commence on August 4 and 7, 2026, respectively, marking a significant milestone in expanding international travel options and strengthening global connectivity for the region...