The dream of a giant Ferris wheel gracing Mumbai’s skyline, akin to the iconic London Eye, is one step closer to reality. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has officially approved the “Mumbai Eye” project in its annual budget, paving the way for its development under the public-private partnership (PPP) model. First proposed by Shiv Sena in 2008, the Mumbai Eye aims to become a landmark attraction, offering panoramic views of the city. Despite its ambitious vision, the project has faced several delays and challenges over the years. Inspired by the success of the London Eye, the Ferris wheel is…
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Airbnb has partnered with HDFC Bank Ltd. to offer cashback benefits exclusively to the HDFC Bank Debit and Credit cardholders who make first-time bookings on the travel platform. For a limited period, starting from today, HDFC Bank customers who use their HDFC Bank Debit/Credit cards for their first Airbnb booking will receive a cashback of INR 1,000 to INR 2,000, based on the total booking value. This offer aims to attract first-time bookers to Airbnb’s platform by making travel more rewarding and accessible to a growing demographic of Indian travellers. “We’re excited to partner with HDFC Bank to bring this…
Aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation in tourism and allied sectors, the Consulate General of India and States Division (MEA India), along with the PHDCCI India-Nepal Centre, organised the India-Nepal Tourism Summit 2025 in Janakpur on Tuesday. The summit focused on new roadmaps to enhance collaboration, along with measures to improve government-industry interaction for tourism sector development in both countries. A panel of experts deliberated on expanding cross-border tourism integration, with particular emphasis on neighbouring Indian states such as Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Uttarakhand. Discussions highlighted ways to facilitate travel and increase connectivity between India and Nepal, enabling economic…
The number of technical glitches in aircraft reported by various Indian airlines has reduced in the last three years, with the count at 273 for 10,69,680 flights operated during the period from January 2024 to January 2025. In 2023, there were 390 technical faults reported for 11,94,777 flights operated that year. In 2022, the number stood at 723 for 9,97,041 flights operated in that particular year, official data showed on Monday. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the data available for the last three years (2022-2024) shows there was a decrease in the number of technical glitches reported by…
Akasa Air has launched a special Student Discount program to make air travel more affordable for students commuting between home and campus, travelling for internships, or attending educational events. The offer includes a 7% discount on domestic “Saver” fares, a generous 15 kg check-in baggage allowance, plus an additional 10 kg at no extra cost upon presenting a valid Student ID. This initiative ensures cost savings, flexibility, and ease for students planning their journeys. By reducing travel expenses, Akasa Air aims to support students in their academic and professional endeavors while keeping them connected with family and friends. The…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) hosted an exclusive ‘Maldivian Night’ at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, bringing together over 100 high-profile guests, including 20+ leading Indian influencers, key media personalities, and renowned celebrities. This event was strategically organised alongside OTM Mumbai, India’s largest travel trade exhibition, reinforcing the Maldives’ commitment to strengthening ties with the Indian market. India has remained a key source market for the Maldives, and Visit Maldives has been targeting over 300,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2025. To achieve this ambitious goal, Visit Maldives rolled out several strategic marketing initiatives,…
Rajiv Mehra, President – Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is dismayed on the Budget allocation of a mere INR 3 crore made to the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India for overseas promotion and marketing in the Union Budget announced. It is shocking that the budget of INR 33 crore has been reduced to Rs 3 crore. In fact, the earlier allocated budget of INR 33 crore was also miniscule, and not enough for overseas promotions and publicity, he said. It is really surprising that on one side the Government is extolling the contribution of…
Thomas Cook (India) Limited has signed a 24-month partnership with the Moscow Project Office for Tourism & Hospitality Development. The Memorandum of Understanding was formalised between Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head, Thomas Cook India, and Evgeny Kozlov, First Deputy Head of the Office of the Mayor and Chairman of the Moscow City Tourism Committee. This collaboration aims to enhance cooperation by exchanging knowledge, best practices, and curating specialised travel experiences for Indian tourists. The partnership is designed to capitalise on Thomas Cook and SOTC Travel’s expertise in leisure and corporate MICE tourism. It will focus on developing destination…
Uttar Pradesh has secured investment proposals worth INR 1 trillion in the hospitality sector over the past two years. This surge is fueling the development of hotels, resorts, guesthouses, wellness centers, and homestays across all 75 districts, enhancing the state’s tourism infrastructure. Key religious and tourist destinations such as Ayodhya, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Lucknow, Agra, Kanpur, and Noida are leading this expansion. Ayodhya is set to witness the addition of 10 new hotels, while Varanasi will see 12 new properties. The consecration of the Lord Ram temple in 2024, which drew 16.4 million pilgrims, has significantly boosted hospitality demand. This…
Latest official figures from Taiwan Tourism administration (TTA), the national tourism agency of Taiwan, show that Indian market has registered a strong 19.46 per cent growth in visitor arrivals in the first 10 months of 2024. Taiwan has registered a total arrival of 31,766 visitors from India during the January – October 2024 period, a robust near 20 per cent growth over 26,591 visitors from India registered during the same period in 2023. Meanwhile international arrivals has soared to 6,206,267 visitors for the period January – October 2024, an impressive 24.55 per cent growth over the corresponding…
