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The Travel Agents Federation of India has been requesting government to walk the talk and extend ease of doing business for travel industry, which includes scrapping of Tax Collected at Source (TCS). Hazel Jain What needs to be done is that TCS needs to be scrapped, says Ajay Prakash, President, …

After Ministry of Tourism (MOT) started its virtual roadshows, Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has urged the Prime Minister to revive industry by participating in travel fairs and physical roadshows. Nisha Verma Ministry of Tourism has started its month-long international roadshow, titled Reconnect 2022, covering 10 major source markets. …

WTTC recently hosted its Global Summit 2022 in Manila, Philippines, where travel industry leaders from across the globe converged to discuss sustainable industry practices and the way forward. TT Bureau As the world is re-experiencing travel and reemerging after two difficult years, Julia Simpson, President and CEO, World Travel & …

Varanasi emerging as one of the key pilgrim centres in the country after opening of Kasi Vishwanath Corridor by the Prime Minister and spurt in tourism activities in the area prompt ADTOI to add new chapter in Uttar Pradesh, With this, the association adds to its strength in the country. …

Opening of international commercial flights will give tour operators time to plan for the coming season, which will start from October. Indian Association of Tour Operators also welcome multiple entry e-visa, saying that it fulfills their long-standing demand. Nisha Verma Sharing how happy they were at the news of opening …

It is encouraging to see women leaders taking up challenges and growing professionally and financially in tourism industry, says Monia Kapoor, Executive Committee Member, OTOAI. Janice Alyosius In recent years, we have seen a steep rise in women leadership in the tourism industry, be it managing a travel company or …

Travel industry is facing challenges on several fronts as it starts almost from scratch after the pandemic. As things opens up, Travel Agents Federation of India taking several measures to help the business, but there are issues that can only be addressed by the government. Nisha Verma Anil Kalsi, Joint …

An early starter in the events industry of Hyderabad, Rakhi Kankaria from Rachnoutsav, has carved her own niche. She believes that tourism and events are inseparable, as tourism creates opportunities for a traveller to reach to a destination, an event professional can add a lot of texture to the human …

Adventure tourism was more affected than any other tourism trade due to the pandemic and other factors. Now, ATOAI is proactively improving products to meet the client needs and deliver best results. Janice Alyosius Adventure tourism is passing through a difficult phase. “Adventure tourism is more affected than other tourism …

A special meeting between GMR Hyderabad International Airport and FTCCI’s Tourism Committee discusses tourism opportunities in Telangana region, ahead of the Hyderabad Aviation Summit 2022, planned next month. Nisha Verma In a brainstorming session, Tourism Committee of Federation of Telangana Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) and GMR Hyderabad International …