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Virgin Atlantic partners with TCS to harness AI in its bid to become the world’s ‘Most Loved’ airline

Virgin Atlantic, TCS Sign 7-Year Deal to Transform Air Travel with AI and Cloud Tech Virgin Atlantic has forged a seven-year strategic partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to modernise its digital infrastructure, harnessing artificial intelligence and cloud technologies to enable hyper-personalised travel experiences, improve operational efficiency, and support sustainability goals. “AI is not about […]

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Vietravel Airlines renews Sabre Radixx PSS deal for 5 more years

Vietravel Airlines has extended its Passenger Service System (PSS) agreement with Sabre Corporation for an additional five years—highlighting their confidence in Sabre’s Radixx platform as a crucial catalyst for expansion. As a vital part of T&T Group’s aviation and logistics network, Vietravel Airlines’ connection was further strengthened in December 2024 when T&T Group became a […]

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India’s International Tourism Spending Reaches Rs 3.1 Trillion in 2024

India’s tourism sector witnessed remarkable growth in 2024, with international visitor spending reaching an all-time high of Rs. 3.1 trillion—marking a nine per cent increase over the previous peak in 2019. This surge, according to the latest data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), reflects renewed global interest in India as a preferred […]

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Donald Trump Unveils New Travel Ban Targeting 19 Countries

In a major announcement that could reshape U.S. immigration and global travel patterns, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh proclamation restricting entry for travellers from 19 countries, citing national security threats. The decision comes in the wake of a recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, which Trump linked to foreign nationals living in […]

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Hilton to launch Waldorf Astoria in Delhi Aerocity

Hilton has signed a strategic agreement with Delhi International Airport Limited to launch two new hotels at GMR Aerocity in Delhi. One of the properties will be developed under the prestigious Waldorf Astoria brand, marking its second location in India following Jaipur, which is expected to open within the next 3-4 years. The launch date […]

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Air India to launch non-stop Delhi-Manila flights from October, reconnecting India and the Philippines after 12 years

In a significant boost to India-Philippines connectivity, Air India, a Tata Group airline, has announced the launch of non-stop flights between Delhi and Manila, starting October 1, 2025. This marks the resumption of direct air service between the two capitals after more than a decade, with the last such operation carried out by Philippine Airlines in 2013, which was later […]

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Ujjain to Host Spiritual & Wellness Summit on June 5, 2025

Ujjain, India: The sacred city of Ujjain is set to host the Spiritual & Wellness Summit on June 5, bringing together leaders from government, industry, and wellness communities to advance public awareness and investment in Ayurveda, naturopathy, and holistic health practices. The event is being organized in collaboration with the Ministry of AYUSH and aims […]

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Scaling New Heights: Tata Harrier.ev Powers India’s Adventure Tourism

In the lush green heart of Kerala, where misty hills meet ancient spice trails, a silent revolution is climbing its way to the top—quite literally. The Tata Harrier.ev, Tata Motors’ newly launched flagship electric SUV, recently pulled off the unthinkable by conquering Kerala’s infamous Elephant Rock, a steep, rugged trail known more for trekking boots than […]

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Quattro Bengaluru Hosts Royal Rajasthani Food Festival, June 5-8

The regal charm of Rajasthan comes alive in Bengaluru as The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru, Hotel Conventions Residences presents a Rajasthani Food Festival at its fine dining restaurant Quattro, from June 5 to 8, 2025. This royal culinary showcase brings to the table the time-honoured flavours of Rajasthan’s royal kitchens, promising a journey through the […]

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Agoda debuts AI-powered Vacation Planner in India with Ayushmann Khurrana

Digital travel platform Agoda has launched a limited-period AI-powered Vacation Planner exclusively for Indian travellers, with Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana starring as “Mr. Vacaywala.” The planner is available through AgodaVacationPlanner.com and will remain active until 30 June. Built using Google’s Gemini and Imagen technologies, the tool generates visually engaging, customised itineraries in seconds—complete with lodging, […]