In a hope to get some positive support for the Indian outbound sector, the Outbound Tour Operators of India (OTOAI) today met with Tourism Minister Prahlad Singh Patel to discuss the woes of the tourism sector. During the meeting, the Presidents of few leading Travel…

Yatra.com has partnered with the Delhi and Gurugram Administration to provide free bus services for migrant workers in the city. Starting May 22nd, the bus service will ply to multiple places in Uttar Pradesh, amidst nationwide lockdown triggered by the pandemic. Yatra.com is currently providing…

With tourism not being included in the Government’s Relief Package the industry has expressed that it is in a state of shock. The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) states that Adventure Tourism is the only economic activity, which brings income to the remotest…

Indian travel, tourism and hospitality industry had been quite hopeful to get a bailout package from the Centre. All associations, under the umbrella body FAITH, tried their best to draw the attention of the Government. The entire tourism industry has been totally disappointed that out…

MakeMyTrip has rolled out an online gourmet delivery service in partnership with luxury and premium hotel chains and independent properties across cities in India. With traditional dine-in experiences coming to a grinding halt due to the coronavirus pandemic-triggered lockdown, MakeMyTrip aims to bring culinary experiences…

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has called upon the government for immediate removal of Tax Collected at Source (TCS) and the newly implemented Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on grounds that such impositions are illogical and against natural justice, especially on Online…

The Ecotourism Society of India (ESOI) has converted itself to the Responsible Tourism Society of India (RTSOI) in order to become the umbrella body for all stakeholders in tourism. “Also, apart from the natural Environment, focus was also needed on sustainability practices among urban and…

IATA Agents Association of India (IAAI) on Saturday filed an Application for Impleadment before the Supreme Court of India in the matter of Pravasi Legal Cell V/s Union of India & Anr.- Public Interest Writ (PIL) filed by Pravasi Legal Cell -New Delhi, a registered…

Travel brands hold an emotional attachment with their consumers but those that can introduce simple initiatives to maintain a connection with their customers throughout this global pandemic have a higher chance in retaining customer loyalty, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Johanna Bonhill-Smith,…

The Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) has stated that the industry is facing its biggest economic challenge with the larger and combined effect of 9/11 and the slowdown of 2009 and estimated bigger effect than the Economic Depression and World War…