Tourism India Alliance announces TEX 2026: India’s most anticipated tourism exchange
TEX 2026 will be held from January 8 to 10, 2026, at the Mayfair Palm Beach Resort & Spa in Gopalpur-on-Sea, Odisha. The event is expected to serve as an important milestone for industry professionals, tourism boards and global partners seeking to engage with India’s rapidly transforming tourism sector.
IEIA announces new Executive Committee for 2025-27; Sooraj Dhawan to continue as President
Ubaid Ahmad assumes the role of the Vice President of the Association; Jagdish Patankar remains as Honorary Secretary and P. Ramakrishna as Honorary Treasurer, while Sudeep Sarcar, Vipul Agarwal, and Dharampal Malhotra continue as Executive Committee Members for the 2025–2027 term. The new Members include Avisha Desai, Nazeeba Zarin, Pallavi Mehra, Satyendra Mehra and Sudhir Dhavan.
SriLankan Airlines begins operations at Velana International Airport's T1
SriLankan Airlines officially transitioned its operations to Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport, Malé, effective December 17, 2025. To commemorate the move, Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) hosted a ceremonial welcome for passengers arriving on UL101 at Terminal 1, as well as those departing from Terminal 1 on UL102.
VITS Hotels & Resorts strengthens presence in Maharashtra with the launch of VITS Select Nashik
Features 24 thoughtfully designed rooms, including Deluxe Rooms, Executive Rooms, and Deluxe Triple Rooms each equipped with essential modern amenities tailored for comfort, efficiency, and convenience.
India suspends visa services in Chittagong amid Bangladesh unrest
As per an agency report, India’s assistant high commission in Chittagong temporarily ceased operations due to safety concerns for its staff following violent protests near its diplomatic premises.
Kochi to host first int. Spice Route Conference from Jan 6-8
The event will see 38 international delegates from 22 countries apart from national participants engaging in absorbing conversations. The event will also explore new pathways to strengthen cultural and heritage tourism ties among a host of countries across continents that lay in the ambit of the famed Space Route.
Skål Int. Coimbatore to host Skål International India National Congress 2026
Skål International India announces that Skål International Coimbatore has been selected to host the Skål International India National Congress (SINC) 2026, following the decision taken by the National Board of Skål International India. The selection comes after a competitive bidding process involving Skål International Jaipur, Skål International Jammu & Kashmir, and Skål International Coimbatore
China Airlines orders five more Airbus A350-1000s
The A350’s unique Airspace cabin offers passengers and crews the latest modern in-flight products for a comfortable flying experience.
Philadelphia International Airport unveils new brand & global upgrades ahead of 2026
PHL Airport is not just prepared for all the events Philadelphia will be hosting in 2026, but our city is excited to welcome the world.” Said, Kenyatta Johnson
PRISM announces 'Insta Stays' program for OYO properties as new year travel demand surges
PRISM expects Insta Stays to play a key role during high-demand travel periods, offering greater certainty to travellers while helping hotel partners maximize occupancy during this time
