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tourism industry news

Dharamshala eyes big tourist influx with four IPL matches this month

The tourism and hospitality industry in Dharamshala, which was reeling under a lean patch in winters, is likely to get a boost as four Indian Premier League (IPL) matches will be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium this time. (HT File)
Published on May 10, 2026 06:14 am IST

Goa court denies bail to UP man over solicitation video of foreign woman

The prosecution argued that Sahni’s act also tarnishes the image of Goa. (Representative Image/iStock)
Published on May 06, 2026 08:06 pm IST

GTM 2026 to be held in Thiruvananthapuram from June 3 to 5

GTM 2026 to be held in Thiruvananthapuram from June 3 to 5
Updated on May 02, 2026 05:33 pm IST

Uttarakhand: Forest fires affect 144 hectares since Feb; hoteliers fear losses ahead of peak season

Uttarakhand: Forest fires affect 144 hectares since Feb; hoteliers fear losses ahead of peak season
Published on Apr 28, 2026 07:51 pm IST

Silence in ‘Tel Aviv of Hills’ ring alarm bells for tourism players

With a backdrop of the majestic Dhauladhar range, the village is among the most favoured destinations for Israeli tourists, and is also referred to as a mini Israel. (HT Photo)
Published on Apr 04, 2026 03:54 am IST

AI avatars find their place in the influencer biz

AI avatars are digital personalities that act like human influencers on social media sharing content, promoting products, and building followers. (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION)
Published on Dec 19, 2025 06:22 am IST

Tour operators suffer as IndiGo meltdown disrupts Mumbai flights

Passengers wait outside the IndiGo airlines ticketing counter at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, after several IndiGo airlines flights were cancelled, in Mumbai, India, December 6, 2025. REUTERS/Francis Mascarenhas (REUTERS)
Published on Dec 07, 2025 05:36 am IST

Mizoram tourist footfall increases by 139.50 per cent in 2024-25: CM

Mizoram tourist footfall increases by 139.50 per cent in 2024-25: CM
Published on Oct 09, 2025 04:31 pm IST

‘Don’t portray a village as entire Himachal’: Kangana to influencers, media

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut speaks to the media
Published on Sept 19, 2025 02:39 pm IST

Gen Z’s revolt will make regimes accountable

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Demonstrators celebrate at the Parliament complex during a protest against Monday's killing of 19 people after anti-corruption protests that were triggered by a social media ban, which was later lifted, during a curfew in Kathmandu, Nepal, September 9, 2025. REUTERS/Adnan Abidi
Published on Sept 10, 2025 06:57 pm IST

GST bonanza: Hotel rooms up to 7,500 tariff to become cheaper, boost tourism

By reducing the tax burden on mid-scale and upper mid-scale hotels, the government has unlocked new opportunities critical to the hospitality sector's growth.
Published on Sept 04, 2025 03:03 pm IST

Last chance tourism: Raising awareness or hastening damage?

A woman takes a picture of the Rhone glacier amid climate change in Obergoms, Switzerland
Updated on Oct 30, 2025 06:16 pm IST

Egypt set to inaugurate ‘billion-dollar’ antiquities museum near pyramids

Located a mile from the Giza pyramids, the museum is expected to give a significant boost to the North African nation’s tourism industry.
Published on Aug 07, 2025 02:05 pm IST

Tourism powers economic revival and social equity

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Published on Jul 31, 2025 07:57 pm IST

What is US visa integrity fee? Here's who pays extra $250 and how to get refund

Trump administration introduces US Visa integrity fees
Published on Jul 24, 2025 07:27 pm IST

Travel and Trade Fair Kolkata 2025: Dharamshala hotel body leads Himachal’s representation

The association has also urged the Himachal Pradesh government to resume participation in future trade shows and tourism expos. (File)
Published on Jul 11, 2025 06:34 am IST

Natural calamities coupled with rumours on social media hits tourist arrival in Himachal

Natural calamities coupled with rumours on social media hits tourist arrival in Himachal
Updated on Oct 07, 2025 01:19 am IST

‘Chalo Kashmir’ campaign a glimmer of hope for Valley tourism

Kashmir saw bulk cancellations of tourist bookings after the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack. (Waseem Andrabi /HT)
Published on May 21, 2025 07:08 am IST

Abdulrazak Gurnah: “Silence can also be vocal”

Abdulrazak Gurnah (Lane+Co)
Published on Apr 26, 2025 06:34 am IST

Bengaluru techie on family vacation shot dead in Pahalgam terror attack: Report

Bengaluru techie was among three victims who gunned down in Pahalgam terror attack.
Published on Apr 23, 2025 08:17 pm IST

Pahalgam terror attack triggers fear among tourists

A tourist being brought to a medical facility, after terrorists attacked a group of tourists at Pahalgam, in Anantnag district, on Tuesday. (PTI)
Published on Apr 23, 2025 08:32 am IST

Brazil brings back visa rules for US, Canadian and Australian citizens

Tourists take photos at the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Brazil’s visa-free vacation is over for US, Canada and Australia.
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 06:12 pm IST

Trump's foreign policy calls scaring away visitors? US tourism projected to dip

Donald Trump's policies as US President might deter international visitor arrivals in America
Published on Mar 23, 2025 10:17 am IST

‘Muslim majority state’: Kashmir MLA faces backlash over liquor sales comment

Kashmir's chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq (left) and National Conference MLA Tanvir Sadiq (right)
Updated on Feb 16, 2025 10:19 pm IST

Greece announces measures to support businesses on quake-hit islands

Greece announces measures to support businesses on quake-hit islands
Published on Feb 16, 2025 04:00 pm IST

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 27 January 2025

Catch It Live on Monday, 27 January 2025
Updated on Jan 26, 2025 09:34 pm IST

Vietnam breaks records in international tourism—Is it time to book your trip?

Vietnam is known for its scenic beauty featuring 3,000 kilometres of pristine tropical coastline. It has some of the best beaches in the world and most of them aren't crowded with tourists.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 05:49 pm IST

New Year cheer for hoteliers as tourists flock Himachal

Tourists strolling on a cold evening in Shimla on Monday. (Deepak Sansta/HT)
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 07:17 pm IST

Paris hotels are packed, here's why you should still go

Tourists return to post-Olympic Paris for holiday magic.
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 07:38 pm IST

Come March, flight ops at Kangra airport to be extended till sunset

The airport authorities are also planning the reconfiguration of the existing terminal building. (File)
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 06:26 am IST