tourism news

India Tourism Development Corporation reported 14% profit growth for FY26, declaring INR 22.02 crore dividend while advancing AI-led digital transformation across tourism operations in 2026.

India's travel sector will grow 7% annually through FY35, driven by young travelers and infrastructure investments. New cruise routes and domestic tourism boom reshape the industry landscape.

Indian travelers became Washington DC's highest-spending international market in 2025, generating $342.7 million. India emerges spending surge reflects robust post-pandemic recovery and growing middle-class travel demand from Asia's largest democracy.

Morocco's National Tourism Office concludes four-city Kingdom of Light Showcase roadshow across India in 2026, engaging 300+ travel professionals and capitalizing on record 31% growth in Indian arrivals.

Haryana Tourism Department launches coordinated heritage walks across six historic sites on May 30, 2026, inviting citizens to reconnect with regional cultural traditions and strengthen local identity through immersive cultural tourism experiences.

Andhra Pradesh secures central government approval and UDAN scheme funding for a 10-location seaplane network launching January 2027. The transformative aviation initiative will revolutionize regional tourism connectivity across India's southeastern coast.

Nagaland's tourism department reveals the northeastern state attracts 2.25 lakh domestic visitors yearly in 2026, while expanding sustainable eco-tourism and cultural tourism initiatives across the region.

Goa's tourism minister declares the destination has transcended seasonal downturns in 2026, citing year-round appeal including monsoon travel and destination weddings as key drivers for sustained visitor growth.

Agoda and Delhi Tourism & Transportation Development Corporation launch strategic partnership in May 2026 to position the capital as a 12-month travel hub through digital marketing and heritage initiatives.

Brand USA launches strategic initiative targeting affluent Canadian travelers after 2025 visitation slump. New campaign focuses on 'movable' demographics to reverse tourism decline.

Imagicaaworld approves INR 100 crore investment to expand Shanku's Water Park in Gujarat in 2026. The strategic expansion targets operational enhancement and regional tourism growth amid rising visitor demand.

Indian travel companies struggle to promote domestic tourism after Modi's 'Skip the Visa' campaign as pricing disparities make international holidays cheaper than regional alternatives in 2026.