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For Cleartrip, it's more chat, less bots as customer care workforce expands

Cleartrip veers towards higher people engagement in periods following AI crash, West Asia crisis

US strikes on Iran add to global travel disruptions, flight cancellations

The US entry into Israel's war with Iran has caused travel disruptions to pile up globally. Following unprecedented bombings ordered by President Donald Trump on three Iranian nuclear and military sites over the weekend, Iran on Monday launched a missile attack on US forces at Qatar's Al Udeid Air Base. Qatar had closed its airspace just hours earlier, after both the US and UK also urged their citizens to shelter in place there. The region has been on edge following the weekend strikes from the US and since Israel began the war with a surprise bombardment on Iran, which has responded with its own missile and drone strikes, earlier this month. As deadly attacks escalated between Israel and Iran over recent weeks, sections of airspace and airports throughout the region have temporarily closed. And airlines cancelled more flights in recent days, with some halting select routes through the middle of the week particularly in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, just across the Persian .

Premium insurance demand spikes as travel disruptions rise globally

Travelers are opting for premium insurance policies, seeking greater protection. With flight delays, cancellations, and unpredictable events on the rise, many are willing to pay more for peace of mind

Off-season fades from India's travel scene amid flexible work, breaks

Long weekends, hybrid work flexibility driving this shift

Travel industry mourns Air India plane crash, sentiment turns sombre

Tourism bodies express grief over the tragic crash of AI Flight 171 in Ahmedabad that killed over 204 passengers; travel firms respond to airport closure and alerts

India-Pakistan tensions: Visa applications to Türkiye, Azerbaijan fall 42%

Visa applications to Turkey and Azerbaijan fall after diplomatic support for Pakistan; Indian travellers shift focus to Southeast Asia, led by metros and younger users

Thomas Cook India to top FY26 industry growth: MD & CEO Mahesh Iyer

Firm sees itself outperforming sector's 12-15 per cent growth forecast for FY26 after a strong Q4, with gains in Middle East DMS, MICE, and B2C travel segments

Events-related travel to, within India hit amid rising Indo-Pak tensions

Several upscale hotels in New Delhi reporting cancellation or postponing of business meetings, conferences

Artificial intelligence checks in: How it is changing the travel sector

AI-powered advisors, facial recognition and GenAI chatbots are among tools that people, airlines and the hospitality industry are using to make travel more comfortable and convenient

Oravel Stays plans global expansion with 100 new SUNDAY Hotels in FY26

Currently, there are 30 SUNDAY hotels, with Sunday Luxury Downtown Al Qudaybiyah in Manama, Bahrain being one of the recent additions to the brand's portfolio, it said

From Vietnam, Bali, & Mexico to Thailand, Indians take to workations abroad

A key reason professionals are opting for workations is affordability

MakeMyTrip launches multi-currency payment options to boost inbound tourism

The new payment feature enables users to pay for flights and hotel bookings in major global currencies, including the US dollar, Euro, British pound, and more

Stargazing, men-only retreats, vintage voyage: Top travel trends for 2025

In 2025, 79% of Indians would encourage the men in their lives to join a wellness-focused trip for personal growth, stress reduction, and mental health.

Outward remittances under India's LRS decline 5%, says RBI Bulletin

Remittances for studies abroad grew marginally to $416.39 million

Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma invites UK investors to boost tourism

During the event, CM Sharma highlighted that Rajasthan is known for its rich cultural heritage, historic landmarks and scenic beauty

Airlines, hotels make up 70% of India's $53 billion travel market: Deloitte

In 2023, airlines and hotels made up 70% of India's $53 billion travel market, with corporate travel valued at $10.6 billion. By 2030, the Indian travel industry is expected to touch $97 billion

US, China, Germany dominate $11.1 trn travel boom in 2024, India ranks 8th

According to WTTC estimates, one in every 10 dollars spent worldwide in 2024 will be on travel

Business travel bounces back as companies increase spending plans

Business travelers are also now routinely blending work and leisure, making them an even more attractive demographic

73% Gen Z & millennials prefer off-peak travel, solo trips to Egypt: Report

From international sports events to cultural explorations, Gen Z and Millennials are more inclined to make travel a part of their everyday lives

Travel industry to contribute record $11 trillion to global GDP in 2024

Travel spending in the US, Chinese and German economies is expected to contribute the most to GDP