Air India and Lufthansa Group sign MoU to advance joint business partnership
Air India and the Lufthansa Group have signed a landmark MoU to establish a framework for a joint business agreement, covering multiple group airlines including SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and ITA Airways. Building on existing codeshares and Star Alliance ties, the partnership aims to enhance India–Europe connectivity through coordinated schedules, joint sales and improved customer experience, subject to regulatory approvals.
IHCL signs SeleQtions Resort in Devanahalli, Bengaluru
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the signing of a SeleQtions property in Devanahalli, Bengaluru, converting an existing resort and expanding it to 120 keys. The hotel will feature multiple dining options, wellness facilities including a spa and pool, and over 6,000 sq. ft. of banqueting space. Strategically located near Bengaluru International Airport, the property is positioned to cater to leisure, social and corporate demand.
Lindt Home of Chocolate welcomes 8.5 lakh visitors in 2025
The Lindt Home of Chocolate recorded its most successful year in 2025, welcoming over 850,000 visitors and hosting more than 2,000 guided tours. Notably, around 60,000 visitors from India explored the attraction, underlining its rising popularity among Indian travellers to Switzerland. The immersive destination continues to draw global audiences through interactive exhibits, storytelling-led tours and curated experiences celebrating Swiss chocolate heritage.
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences unveiled at RAK Central
BNW Developments, in partnership with Radisson Hotel Group, has unveiled the first Radisson Blu Hotel and Radisson Blu Residences at RAK Central, Ras Al Khaimah. The high-profile launch drew over 8,000 attendees, marking a major milestone for the emirate’s emerging commercial hub. Positioned as a mixed-use lifestyle destination, the development reinforces RAK Central’s role in the emirate’s next phase of growth.
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