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The Goods and Services Tax (GST) came into effect in July 2017 and shook the entire travel industry. While many said that it simplified processes, others believed that it deviated from the ‘One nation One tax’ idea. TT Bureau EM Najeeb, Senior Vice President, Indian Association of Tour Operators “A …

Italian State Tourism Board is re-entering the India market with full force in 2018 by working with travel agents for joint promotions and targeting an approximate 10-15 per cent growth. Ankita Saxena After maintaining a low profile for a few years in the Indian market, the Italian State Tourism Board …

In the past one year, outbound tourism sector has witnessed quite a few blows — from demonetisation to doubling of service tax and finally Goods and Services Tax. However, industry insiders say that they have survived these jolts and are going strong, with new vigour to keep their business as …

For outbound travel agents, wildlife tourism is a growing sector as more and more Indians are pacing towards adventurous holidays overseas, exploring foreign wildlife. Moreover, when it comes to naming a favourite wildlife destination among Indians, the trade’s verdict is South Africa, while India still needs to up its game …

The Union Budget, announced on February 1, 2017, disappointed many in the trade, while others lauded the Ministry of Finance for creating avenues for employment and investment in the industry. Here’s what the stakeholders from various verticals have to say P. P. Khanna, President, ADTOI The Union Budget didn’t directly …