Antara Cruises to invest INR 500 cr to elevate Assam’s river cruise tourism
Antara Cruises plans to invest over INR 500 crore over the next five years to strengthen the Brahmaputra as India’s premier luxury river cruise destination. The investment will support the expansion of the company’s fleet, tourism infrastructure, and the broader cruise ecosystem in Assam. The announcement follows a meeting between Raj Singh, Founder & Managing Director of Antara Cruises...
Air India adds direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Air India will launch the direct flight services from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, scheduled to begin on August 4, 2026. Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, announced this strategic expansion through post on X and shared that it marks a significant milestone in positioning Guwahati as a pivotal travel and transit hub for Southeast Asia...
ITC Hotels to expand in the North-East with 90-key Fortune Select, Guwahati
ITC Hotels Limited announced the signing of a 90-room Fortune Select in Guwahati, Assam. This agreement accelerates the company’s expansion into India’s high-growth markets, establishing its premier presence in Guwahati, a premier city and a primary gateway for regional commerce and travel in the Northeast....
Akasa Air unveils operations from Dibrugarh; strengthens its footprint in Assam
Akasa Air commenced operations from Dibrugarh, further strengthening its presence in Assam. The inaugural flight on February 3, 2026, departed from Dibrugarh Airport and arrived at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The new route is designed to improve accessibility in the region, supporting the growing demand for trade, commerce, tourism, and business travel...
Akasa Air deepens its skyprint in Assam; Adds Dibrugarh as 32nd destination to its growing network
The expansion underscores Akasa Air’s commitment to strengthening India’s air transportation ecosystem with links that support regional growth and expand national connectivity.
DoNER sanctions INR 45cr Mangoldoi-Mazikuchi Road Project, to connect important tourist sites
The project of Mangoldoi - Mazikuchi road from KM 11+000 to KM 26+200, in Assam will be implemented under the North-East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) - Roads.
