The policy is expected to deliver multiple benefits, including improved people-to-people connectivity, enhanced trade flows and increased tourism exchanges between the two neighbouring nations.

SATTE, India & South Asia’s leading travel and tourism exhibition, has officially set the stage for its 33rd edition with a curtain raiser event in Tivoli Garden Resort Hotel, New Delhi, signalling strong momentum ahead of SATTE 2026, scheduled to be held from February 25–27, 2026 at Yashobhoomi...

Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) of 571 corporate travel buyers, travel suppliers, and travel management company (TMC) professionals across 40 countries recently released its survey over the outlook and concerns for business travel in the year ahead. Key highlights from the GBTA January 2026 poll include, Six in ten (59%) industry professionals polled...

The latest accommodation search data from digital travel platform Agoda reveals Thailand and Malaysia as the most preferred visa free international destinations among Indian travellers. According to the data, Indonesia continues to lead among visa on arrival (VOA) markets. The data reflects an uptick in interest compared to last year toward destinations across Asia that combine easy entry requirem

International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew by 4% in 2025, as most destinations worldwide posted solid results. According to the first World Tourism Barometer of the year, an estimated 1.52 billion international tourists were recorded globally in 2025, almost 60 million more than in 2024. The numbers are said to reflect a return to pre-pandemic growth trends, closer to the 5% avg...

The company will lead Jetwing Luxury Reserves to deepen trade engagement, build sustained brand relevance, and drive business from India.

“This is a strong start to the 2025–26 tourism season, and Goa continues to expand its international connectivity and diversify its tourism offerings.” – Rohan A. Khaunte.

According to UN Tourism, unlocking this potential goes beyond growth. It requires good governance, strategic planning, robust monitoring and clear priority setting that align with long-term sustainability goals. A deliberate and inclusive approach is essential, one that places sustainability, resilience and social equity at the core of tourism development and decision-making.

It emphasises the need for light-touch, transparent regulatory frameworks that ensure the safety of tourists and homeowners, protect heritage, and support inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

Themed around “Connecting Tourism Leaders, Inspiring Growth”, this gathering aims to bring together leaders from travel, tourism, entertainment and hospitality sectors for 3 days of keynote addresses, panel discussions, fireside chats, and networking opportunities.