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At KTM 2026, exhibitors see business from key over...

September 27, 2026

Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2026, which began in Kochi on Thursday, has seen generation of strong business interest for exhibitors as the three-day event entered its final day. From new bookings and fresh leads to enquiries from international and domestic markets, exhibitors are s...

With buyers from Argentina to Zimbabwe, KTM 2026 t...

September 26, 2026

After a glittering inaugural evening of the Kerala Travel Mart 2026 that began in Kochi on Thursday, the serious business of conducting pre-arranged B2B meetings between buyers from Argentina to Zimbabwe and suppliers from all over Kerala got underway on Friday as the organisers ...

Over 300 foreign, 1,200 domestic buyers likely at ...

September 23, 2026

The 13th Kerala Travel Mart that will be held at Kochi in Kerala from September 24 to 27, bringing together more than 300 international buyers from 70 countries, 1,200 domestic buyers and over 400 exhibitors. The four-day event will connect Kerala’s hotels, resorts, tour operat...

From special occasion to staycation: Luxury finds ...

September 16, 2026

Indian luxury hospitality market is entering a period of rapid expansion, with major hotel groups building significant pipelines across the country. Leading the charge is Taj Hotels, the most upscale brand of the largest hospitality firm in India, IHCL. While Taj already has more...

IATO Convention ends with focus on a more efficien...

September 13, 2026

Making India’s tourism system work better, rather than simply spending more, emerged as a central message as the 41st Annual Convention of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) concluded in Visakhapatnam. The discussions centred on reducing friction for international ...

On Day 2 of IATO Convention, industry calls for st...

September 12, 2026

The urgent and vital need for India to significantly increase foreign tourist arrivals was the focal point of deliberations on the second day of the 41st IATO Annual Convention currently underway in Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, with the host state taking the lead in looking b...

Legacy of Channapatna, Karnataka’s toy town

September 11, 2026

In the southern state of Karnataka, Channapatna, a town in the Ramanagara district, is known as Gombegala Ooru or the toy town of Karnataka, as it is famous for handmade wooden toys. The town, located about 60 km away from Bengaluru, is the hub of small-scale industries and local...

Gotipua: A gendered artistry

September 4, 2026

The eyes of a young boy, no older than six, are wide with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. He poses to give a dramatic side stare while his face is painted with red and white powder by deft fingers, guided by generations of custom. The make-up artist applies kohl to demar...

Pichora: Timeless traditions of Kumaoni bridal wea...

August 28, 2026

India, a land of rich traditions and diverse cultures, is a canvas where customs are beautifully reflected through its clothes, jewellery, and even the food. The country’s cultural tapestry varies from region to region, with each state and community adding its own unique touch ...

Turtuk: A hidden paradise in the Himalayas

August 20, 2026

Literally the last village in India, reaching Turtuk is an adventure in itself. Beginning in Leh, the journey by road, covering approximately 205 km, takes nearly eight hours. The road winds through Khardung La (5,359 m), one of the highest motorable passes in the world, before d...