Priyal Dutta

According to Reuters, the Indian government is unlikely to authorize the resumption of passenger flights to and from China until tensions at the Himalayan border subside. Beijing claims that this is a high-priority issue, but the standoff persists.

IndiGo has launched 6Eskai, an AI conversational booking assistant, on WhatsApp. With this expansion to IndiGo's digital ecosystem, the airline hopes to provide seamless travel solutions to its consumers. #flights

A 130-meter-long steel bridge for India's first Bullet Train Project on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway was inaugurated in Vadodara, Gujarat, marking a historic milestone. #Travel #Industry

Namaste Dwaar, a premium resort property offered by Namaste Holidays in Mansurpur, a midway transit centre for travellers travelling from Delhi to Haridwar and beyond, is currently developing its Mansurpur offerings. #hotel #hotels

The development of Delhi's second airport, a high-profile project, has been delayed for four months. This adds to India's airline capacity problems after a record aircraft order. Commercial operations will now begin in April 2025. #travel #aviation

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a Taj-branded hotel in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The hotel is a greenfield project. The 150-key hotel is conveniently located in the middle of the city.

OYO, a global hospitality technology firm, has announced the opening of Palette Royal Reflections Hotel and Spa, its first luxury hotel in Dubai. The hotel is located in Dubai's Al Jaddaf district and offers views of the Burj Khalifa.

Nikhil G Jacob has been appointed as the Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield's food and beverage manager. Jacob joined the hotel a few months ago and has over eight years of experience leading premium businesses. #PEOPLE

Rosetta Hospitality has announced the launch of Elements by Rosetta-Varca, its latest venture in South Goa. The hotel caters to the increasingly affordable luxury market, providing both comfort and high-end amenities.

Courtyard by Marriott has announced the opening of its first facility in the state, Courtyard by Marriott Goa Colva. This 91-room hotel is set in one of Goa's most popular neighborhoods, known for its white sand beaches and Indo-Portuguese architecture.