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Meghalaya bans roadside picnics in Sohra over environmental concerns
August 5, 2026
In order to curb environmental degradation caused by tourists to the popular East Khasi Hills region, the Meghalaya government has issued a prohibitory order banning roadside cooking, lighting open fires and littering in the area. In a press statement, the government says that th...
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Elivaas expands Jim Corbett footprint with five hospitality launches
August 5, 2026
To cater to changing customer preferences, hospitality company Elivaas has added five new properties to its collection in the Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand. In a press statement, Elivaas says that the expansion reflects shifting consumer preferences towards immersive, ...
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7-9 pc revenue growth for Indian hospitality sector in FY2027: ICRA
August 4, 2026
Despite geopolitical tensions that have weighed on inbound and outbound travel, ICRA, a leading credit rating agency, says that India’s hospitality industry is expected to maintain steady growth in 2026-27, with revenues projected to rise 7-9 pc year-on-year and premium hot...
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Wonderla Holidays posts record Q1 FY27 with 41 pc rise in revenue
August 4, 2026
Driven by robust growth across its existing parks, the continued scale-up of its Chennai park and contributions from its premium waterside resort, the Isle, Wonderla Holidays, an operator of themeparks across India, has reported its strongest-ever first-quarter performance, with ...
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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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