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Learn moreIn a written reply Union Culture & Tourism Minister, Gajendra Shekhawat has said that the Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) scheme of the tourism ministry is under review to make it align with the industry requirements.
Bengaluru Airport City Limited and Prestige Group have partnered to develop an international-standard Convention and Exhibition Centre (CEC) within the Bengaluru Airport City. The multi-use precinct will include a luxury hotel, performing arts theatre, and Grade A office spaces, aiming to establish Bengaluru as a key player in the global MICE and cultural events landscape.
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and IndiGo have signed a year-long MoU to promote Singapore as a leading destination for Indian travellers. The strategic collaboration marks STB’s first partnership with an Indian airline, aligning with 60 years of India-Singapore ties. IndiGo will introduce its business product, IndiGoStretch, on Singapore routes starting August 9, Singapore’s National Day.
Accor has named Raki Phillips as Regional President of its Premium, Midscale & Economy division for the Middle East, Africa and Türkiye, effective November 2025. He takes over from Paul Stevens and will oversee more than 250 hotels across 27 countries, with an additional 85 in the pipeline. Phillips joins from RAKTDA, where he led transformative tourism growth.
Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte has urged the Centre to extend visa-on-arrival facilities to Goa, citing an increase in foreign tourist arrivals and enhanced global connectivity. Addressing the Goa Assembly, he stressed the need for simplified travel processes, especially as international promotions open up new markets including Kazakhstan, Poland and Uzbekistan.
Radisson Hotel Group has launched Radisson Flights in India, integrating flight bookings into its platform through a strategic partnership with global provider Etraveli Group. The offering allows guests to book flights and hotels in a single transaction and includes a 20 per cent discount on stays. The move reflects Radisson’s wider strategy to build a connected, digital-first travel ecosystem in India.
The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has raised concern over the stagnation in inbound tourism, pointing to poor visa facilitation, fragmented branding, and global safety perceptions. With foreign tourist arrivals still below pre-pandemic levels, IATO has called for cohesive government-private collaboration, infrastructure investment, and a revival of the Incredible India campaign to reposition India on the global travel map.
Indian travellers are increasingly opting for business class, advanced trip planning, and travel protection services, according to Trevolution Group’s H1 2025 data. While overall outbound ticket volumes dipped, higher-value bookings drove revenue growth. Inbound travel to India rose modestly, with Delhi, Bangalore and Ahmedabad leading demand. The 51–60 day booking window showed the fastest growth, indicating evolving planning behaviour.
As iconic global destinations from Venice to Kyoto adopt stricter measures to curb overtourism, the crisis is now echoing in India. With Shimla, Goa and Ladakh witnessing record domestic footfall, experts are urging policy shifts. From tourist taxes abroad to crowd caps at home, the industry faces a reckoning between economic gain and sustainability.
Following a recent Air India crash, India's DGCA has ordered airlines to inspect fuel control switch locking mechanisms on certain Boeing aircraft, including 737s and 787 Dreamliners, by July 21. This directive mirrors actions by regulators in other countries and follows a 2018 FAA bulletin. Air India has already checked half its Dreamliner fleet, finding no issues.
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