India has made notable strides in developing world-class convention and exhibition infrastructure, but a significant gap remains between general infrastructure development and the capacity of its tourism and hospitality sector. Bridging this gap will be crucial to unlocking India’s full potential in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, according to key...

ITC Hotels Limited announced the signing of a management agreement for 227 key Mementos by ITC Hotels Karjat; a luxury resort located outside Mumbai in Maharashtra. Set against the backdrop of the Sahyadri foothills, Karjat has emerged as one of western India’s most promising lifestyle destinations, drawing travellers seeking nature-led escapes, wellness journeys, destination weddings and...

Akasa Air commenced operations from Jaipur, connecting it with Mumbai and Bengaluru with daily direct flights. The maiden flight on October 11, 2026, departed Jaipur International Airport at 1130hrs, arriving at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru at 1400 hrs. The route marks Akasa Air’s entry in the state of Rajasthan, offering enhanced travel options to key metropolitan hubs...

BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E) has expanded its premises and operations in Mumbai, a strategic investment in the organisation’s continued growth in Asia Pacific and on the Indian sub-continent. As India's MICE industry skyrockets, fuelled by India’s economic growth, a rising demand for business events and increasing investments in world-class infrastructure, BCD M&E is strengthening...

As Indian travelers begin planning their festive escapes, Agoda's accommodation search data offers a glimpse into the destinations capturing travelers’ attention for the upcoming long weekends of Rakshabandhan and Janmashtami. Based on accommodation searches made between May 1 and July 31, 2026, for stays during the respective long weekends, the data highlights a balanced mix of beach...

Air India Express commenced operations from Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal, with the launch of two daily flights to Delhi and a daily flight to Mumbai, strengthening connectivity from Madhya Pradesh's capital. The inaugural flight to Delhi departed Raja Bhoj Airport at 12:45 hrs and arrived at Indira Gandhi International Airport at 14:15 hrs. The first flight to Mumbai departed Bhopal at...

Akasa Air has announced a strategic shift in its Mumbai operations. Effective August 1, 2026, all domestic and international flights at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) will be handled exclusively via Terminal 2 (T2). This transition consolidates the airline’s footprint into a single terminal to streamline hub connectivity and passenger handling...

Akasa Air announced the addition of Jaipur to its expanding domestic network. Effective October 11, 2026, the airline will commence daily direct flights connecting Jaipur with Mumbai and Bengaluru, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing connectivity across key leisure, cultural and economic centres in India. The introduction of daily direct services to Mumbai and Bengaluru strengthens...

Air India began deploying its newest Boeing 787-9 aircraft between Mumbai and London Heathrow, bringing its latest-generation onboard product to one of its flagship international routes. Effective July 1, 2026, Air India flights AI131/AI130 between Mumbai and London Heathrow will be operated by the airline's new Boeing 787-9 aircraft featuring all-new cabin interiors designed exclusively...

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...