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Shedding light on NIMA’s role in fostering growth and collaboration within India’s MICE industry, Nitin Mittal, Coordinator-South, NIMA, says the platform is dedicated to MICE agents and offers a supportive environment for professionals to connect, learn, and thrive. Surbhi Sharma The Network of Indian MICE Agents (NIMA) distinguishes itself from …

Turkish Airlines is working closely with the Indian government to increase the number of flights between Türkiye and India, says Ümit Develi, Vice President of Asia & Far East, Turkish Airlines. The airline is also promoting Istanbul as a major connecting hub between Europe, Asia, and Africa, which will provide …

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) unveils a series of strategic initiatives to enhance collaboration between the hospitality and tourism sectors. The announcements, made by the MD & CEO, Puneet Chhatwal, underscore IHCL’s commitment to driving growth and innovation, ensuring a unified approach that benefits both sectors and enhances the overall …

Tourism can play a vital role as a catalyst for fostering peace and understanding between nations and cultures and in supporting reconciliation processes. Keeping with this year’s theme for World Tourism Day – Tourism and Peace. TRAVTALK speaks to industry leaders on how tourism stands for respect, friendship, and peace. …

Indiatourism has been making an effort to map a few chosen destinations as a pilot project and create a bank of tourism assets at these places to make them friendlier for tourists. Dr Sagnik Chowdhury, Deputy Director General and Regional Director (West & Central India), Ministry of Tourism, Government of …

Christian Schoch, Director India, Switzerland Tourism, is happy to share that there has been an uptick in sales of Swiss Travel Pass in the India market, particularly the eight-day pass, which also means that Indians are staying longer in the destination. Hazel Jain The newly appointed India Director for Switzerland …

Adoption of responsible practices, capacity building, and a model code of conduct is need of the hour to position India on the world tourism map and make it the most preferred destination among foreign tourists, says Mugdha Sinha, Director General, MOT, Government of India. Surbhi Sharma In keeping with the …

Odisha is set to turn a new page in reviving its tourism as the state government works towards channelling a budget of Rs. 812 crore into developing the state as a top destination for both domestic and international tourists. Pravati Parida, Deputy Chief Minister and Tourism Minister, Government of Odisha, …

The 39th IATO Annual Convention, held recently in Bhopal, witnessed record-breaking attendance of more than 1,200 delegates, who enjoyed the charm of destinations in and around the city. After successful organisation of this year’s convention, the association’s focus now shifts to Puri in Odisha for next year’s convention. Janice Alyosius …

As Oman continues to strengthen its position as a top-tier global destination, the ongoing partnership with Indian travel agents and strategic initiatives undertaken by the sultanate are poised to attract more visitors from India. Janice Alyosius The Sultanate of Oman recently organised its four-city India roadshow to showcase the country’s …