New Delhi [India], February 3: As the global travel landscape shifts, a provocative new book argues that India is sitting on an "unclaimed throne" of economic and cultural potential. Naveen Kundu, a veteran tourism professional, today announced the release of his book "Reclaiming Incredible:
One of the most impactful announcements for the sector is the reduction in Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages to a flat 2%. By easing the upfront financial burden on travellers, this policy is set to enhance affordability, encourage outbound travel, and stimulate dema
Addressing reporters during her visit on Tuesday, Kefalogianni highlighted the importance of tourism as a bridge for fostering friendships, cultural exchanges and closer collaboration between India and Greece.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 22: OTM 2026, Asia's leading travel trade show, will take place in Mumbai from 5 to 7 February 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre. Recognised by NielsenIQ as the Leading Travel Trade Show in India and Asia for two consecutive years, OTM 2026 is expe
The India Tourism and Trade Fair, a long-standing annual event at the Island Grounds in Chennai, is being celebrated this year as a Golden Jubilee Fair, marking 50 years since its inception in 1974. The fair was originally envisioned by former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi with
Inbound tourism in India is increasingly moving beyond traditional metropolitan hubs, reflecting a broader shift in travel patterns and regional growth, according to a report by the Mastercard Economics Institute.
In 2024, tourism was the country's largest non-farm employer engaging more than 13% of the workforce and recording 2.96 billion tourist visits. The significant scale, however, did not translate to economic value addition as the sector accounted for only ~5% of the gross domestic product, wel
The year 2025 has been a year of renewed optimism for India's hospitality sector, with the spiritual tourism taking the lead, driven by the historic Maha Kumbh organised in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj district. Leaders in the hospitality industry said the year was shaped by a powerful converge
It aims to strengthen regional tourism linkages by integrating the North East into ASEAN travel circuits through business meetings, trade sessions and collaborative networks of tour operators and policymakers.
In a world where travellers rely more on technology and digital storytelling, India must use these tools wisely to strengthen its tourism appeal, says Anita Mendiratta, former Special Advisor to the UN Tourism Secretary-General and former Special Advisor to the CEO of the Saudi Tourism Auth