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Strong response to advance safari bookings for Ranthambore
August 4, 2026
Advance safari bookings for the upcoming tourism season at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, a major wildlife sanctuary and one of India’s most famous tiger habitats in Rajasthan, have witnessed an overwhelming response, with nearly 40,000 domestic and international tourists regis...
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IndiGo marks 20th anniversary with 20,000 free domestic tickets
August 4, 2026
IndiGo, the largest airline in India has announced the launch of IndiGoFree, a limited-period offer to mark its 20th anniversary, giving eligible customers the opportunity to receive a full refund of their booking fare, up to INR 10,000 per PNR. In a press statement, IndiGo says...
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Air India Express begins operations from Bhopal
August 1, 2026
Air India Express, a low-cost carrier and member of Air India Group, has 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. In a press sta...
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IndiGo partners with Tourism Ministry to promote inbound travel
July 30, 2026
The Ministry of Tourism of the Union government has entered into a strategic partnership with IndiGo, India’s largest airline, to launch a global initiative to boost inbound travel to India, with its signature campaign, Incredible India by IndiGo. In a press statement, IndiGo s...
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76.3 pc Indian travellers expect rise in shared mobility: IntrCity SmartBus
July 30, 2026
India’s intercity travel is shifting towards shared mobility, with young and working professionals driving the trend, according to the IntrCity SmartBus Intercity Mobility Survey 2026. Based on responses from 13,320 participants across India, the survey found that 74.3 pc o...
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84 pc Indians interested in culture-led domestic tourism: Skyscanner
July 29, 2026
Culture is becoming a key factor in travel decisions, according to Skyscanner’s India Culture Travel Index. In a press statement, Skyscanner says that 84 pc of Indian travellers say their interest in culture-led travel within India has grown in recent years, reflecting a sh...
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IWIA Grand Mahotsav 2026 brings together 2,000 industry stakeholders
July 28, 2026
To capitalise on India’s potential for destination weddings, the Indian Wedding Industry Association (IWIA), a newly-formed industry body, organised the first-ever IWIA Grand Mahotsav 2026 in Gurugram, bringing together over 2,000 stakeholders from the wedding, hospitality,...
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Air India partners with Tourism Ministry to promote inbound travel
July 27, 2026
India’s tourism promotion efforts received a boost as Air India has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Tourism of the Indian government to jointly market the country worldwide. In a press statement, Air India says that it is the first global airline to enter into such...
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VanVivaha Wedding Expo to be held in Gurugram on September 24-25
July 27, 2026
VanVivaha, a wedding industry expo bringing together stakeholders from across bridal couture, jewellery, hospitality, wedding planning, photography, decor, beauty, gifting and entertainment, will be held in Gurugram, near Delhi, on September 24-25. In a press statement, the organ...
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Radisson Hotel Group adds 10 hotels in India
July 27, 2026
Expanding its footprint across India, Radisson Hotel Group signed 10 hotels in seven states within a week, strengthening its presence in pilgrimage, business, leisure and wildlife tourism markets. In a press statement, Radisson says that says that the new signings cover six brand...
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Nepal seeks India’s approval for national ID card as travel document
July 27, 2026
Seeking to simplify cross-border travel, Nepal has formally proposed that India accept its National Identity Card as a valid document for Nepali citizens entering the country. According to a press statement, Nepal’s Department of Immigration, the proposal has been submitted...
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From battlefield to big screen: Journey of kalaripayattu
July 24, 2026
Known as the ‘mother of all martial arts’, Kalaripayattu is an ancient Indian martial art style that has its roots in Kerala in southwestern India. This age-old practice, which also finds place in Indian mythology and philosophy, is both a physical discipline and a spiritual ...
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