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A Booking.com report found 96 per cent of Indian travellers prefer adapting travel plans rather than cancelling during disruptions. The study said travel significantly contributes to happiness and wellbeing, with most travellers prioritising meaningful experiences, local food and family trips

Droupadi Murmu arrived in Romania on the final leg of her three-nation European tour, marking the first visit by an Indian president in over three decades. The visit focuses on strengthening cooperation in trade, tourism, technology and other strategic sectors

Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport will expand direct connectivity from 17 to 22 Indian cities in August, driven by rising passenger demand. Airport officials said India remains a key tourism market, with Indian traffic growing over 20 per cent annually

Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal described India–Nepal ties as “historical and wonderful” while calling for deeper cooperation in connectivity, energy, trade and tourism. During his India visit, both sides reviewed development projects and discussed strengthening bilateral and regional engagement

The historic Medak fort is set for a major restoration with a Rs 10 crore project aimed at conservation and tourism development. Authorities plan visitor amenities, a ropeway proposal, and a regional tourist circuit linking key heritage and religious sites.

Vinai Kumar Saxena laid the foundation for India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park in Leh to preserve ancient rock carvings along the Indus River. The initiative aims to protect endangered heritage sites and promote responsible tourism in Ladakh

Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) will debut the Taj brand in Egypt with a 300-key Taj Cairo at Opera Square, featuring dining, wellness, and event facilities. The project, in partnership with state-owned EGOTH, aligns with IHCL’s global expansion strategy

Kashmir’s higher reaches saw snowfall and plains experienced rain as Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day harshest winter period, began. Snowfall in Gulmarg, Sonamarg, and Sadhna Top brought relief after a prolonged dry spell, offering hope for a snowy winter

Rainfall on Iran’s Hormuz Island turned its famous Red Beach a dramatic deep crimson as iron-rich soil washed into the sea, creating a striking natural spectacle that draws tourists and photographers and highlights the island’s rare geology and seasonal weather patterns

India and the UAE are streamlining visas, extradition, and legal cooperation to boost travel, business, and security. Talks focus on liberalised visas, faster extradition, mutual legal assistance, and smoother movement for workers, tourists, and professionals amid growing bilateral trade

Sri Lanka has withdrawn the recently introduced requirement for tourists to obtain Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arrival. The Immigration Department said travellers can follow pre-October 15 visa procedures

Solo traveller reminds us that exploration is not just about seeing new places but about seeing them anew, and perhaps, seeing ourselves anew in the process

This torso matches a head found nearly a century ago at the same site. It is believed to be from the 12th or 13th century

Reviewing the Tourism Department at the Secretariat in Amaravati, the Chief Minister says tourists visiting the State should feel that Andhra Pradesh is a welcoming and happy destination

Hyderabad is hosting the India International Travel Mart (IITM) from December 6 to 8, bringing together key stakeholders from the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors.

"People of India feel their country is safe because of you; when the world sees you, it sees India's strength, when enemies see you, they see the end of their sinister plans," Modi said, addressing personnel of the Border Security Force, Army, Navy and Air Force.

A notable aspect of this initiative is the collaboration with the Telangana Police Department to provide safety training, along with a QR code for enhanced safety and security services. Over 100 cab drivers from RGIA participated in the inaugural program, which aimed at improving their service standards and customer relations.

The visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and his reassuring words have helped in resetting the bilateral ties

The event aimed to highlight Iran’s tourism potential and feature the participation of key private sector players from Iran’s outbound travel agencies, along with government officials from both countries.

The government while promoting job creation potential must also focus on the quality aspect of these jobs