Industry Insights

Akasa Air to connect Mumbai and Phuket with daily direct flights from Sept 20, 2025, marking its Southeast Asia debut and offering up to 20 per cent discount on bookings

redBus enters budget accommodation with redBus Hotels, offering rooms from Rs 399 across 2000+ cities, enhancing affordable and trusted travel for millions in India

The additional aircraft will support operations through the peak winter season and into the early summer of 2026, with the aircraft remaining on damp lease arrangements

In the first quarter of FY 2025–26, ITDC reported a total turnover of Rs 92.48 crore, while Profit Before Tax (PBT) stood at Rs 12.90 crore as against a turnover of Rs 84.14 crore and PBT of Rs 10.12 crore in Q1 FY 2024–25

The agreement anticipates the imminent completion of the Bairabi–Sairang New Railway Line, which will connect Aizawl to India’s national rail network

This strategic collaboration reflects Air Astana’s continued focus on adopting innovative technology to strengthen its competitive edge while expanding its global footprint

These services will commence progressively between December 2025 and March 2026, offering more options for holidaymakers planning year-end and New Year travel

Delegates will have the chance to engage with CEOs, tourism board representatives, hospitality innovators, and policy leaders shaping the future of the industry

The airlines already offer direct Delhi–Tashkent, Delhi–Almaty and Delhi–Tbilisi services since 2023, and the new Mumbai services further diversify the network from India’s financial capital

Following a recent update from VFS Global, the Swiss embassy’s partner in India, applicants must now adhere strictly to a new document checklist for visa submissions