Sarovar expands Nepal Portfolio with Royal Tulip Shivapuri National Park Kathmandu
Developed in partnership with Classic View Resort LTD, the upscale property further reinforces the growing portfolio of Louvre Hotels Group in the region and strengthens the premium Royal Tulip brand presence in Nepal. With this opening, Sarovar Hotels now operates four hotels in Nepal.
Feb 2026 air passenger demand up by 6.1%; India highest among major domestic markets: IATA
Director General, Willie Walsh said that with tight capacity and thin margins, air fares are already rising, and the capacity deployment is also adjusting, particularly for traffic to, from, or through the Middle East, or in areas where fuel supply is an issue. Capacity growth scheduled for March, has eased to 3.3% from earlier predictions of over 5%.
LPG disruptions squeezing the Indian hospitality ecosystem? Industry voices concerns
Stakeholders have acknowledged the gravity of the crisis has particularly hit the small and mid-sized segment. For hotels and restaurants, the disruption has had a direct impact on daily operations, margins, and guest experience. Beyond availability affecting somewhat 40% of hotel businesses regionally, the fluctuating LPG prices are intensifying operational challenges too. T3’s exclusive...
SriLankan Airlines leverages India demand with flexible operations & premium focus
SriLankan Airlines is witnessing strong momentum from the Indian market, driven by rising outbound demand, evolving traveller preferences and a competitive edge, according to Fawzan Fareid, Regional Manager, India, Bangladesh & Nepal, speaking exclusively to T3.
Norwegian Cruise Line debuts Norwegian Luna in Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) recently celebrated the christening and debut of the Norwegian Luna in Miami, marking the newest ship to sail the Caribbean with round-trip cruises scheduled through April 2027. The Norwegian Luna is positioned to be a key asset for travel advisors, featuring itineraries that maximize guest experience by visiting both of private resort-style...
Bhuvnesh Kumar IAS takes over as new Tourism Secretary, Govt. of India
He replaces Srivatsa Krishna who has now moved to Ministry of Minority Affairs as Secretary.
Radisson opens Hotel Gwalior Regency under Radisson Individuals brand
Radisson Hotel Group continues to deepen its presence in Gwalior with the opening of Hotel Gwalior Regency, A Member of Radisson Individuals. Marking the Group’s third property in the city and eighth in Madhya Pradesh, this addition said to underscore its commitment to strengthening portfolio depth across established heritage and business destinations in central India.
Ascott names Rohit Dar as Vice President & Head of South Asia
The Ascott Limited (Ascott) announces the appointment of Rohit Dar as Vice President & Head of South Asia. In this role, Rohit will spearhead Ascott’s growth strategy and business leadership across South Asia, guiding the company’s expansion in the region while strengthening performance standards and stakeholder partnerships.
Air India announces codeshare partnership with Uzbekistan Airways
Air India has entered into a new codeshare partnership with Uzbekistan Airways, strengthening its growing international network and enhancing connectivity between India and Central Asia. Effective March 20, 2026, Air India has begun placing its ‘AI’ designator code on Uzbekistan Airways’ flights operating on key India–Uzbekistan routes, including Delhi-Tashkent, Mumbai-Tashkent, Goa-Tashkent (sea
IndiGo names William Walsh as CEO
The Board of InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo) appointed William Walsh as the Chief Executive Officer, subject to Regulatory approvals. Walsh’s tenure at IATA comes to a close on the July 31, 2026, and he is expected to join no later than on the August 03, 2026.
