Air India launches ‘Easy Connect’ services from Ahmedabad
Air India has launched ‘Easy Connect’ services from Ahmedabad, integrating Gujarat into the Government of India’s hub-and-spoke aviation model. Two daily Ahmedabad–Delhi flights will offer seamless onward connectivity to 26 international destinations across the US, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia and the Gulf. Passengers can complete through check-in and immigration at Ahmedabad, with inbound Easy Connect operations expected to begin soon.
Eco Hotels & Resorts opens Eco Satva in Shirdi
Eco Hotels & Resorts Limited has launched Eco Satva Shirdi, a 58-room property designed for pilgrims, families and leisure travellers visiting the spiritual destination. Located on Nagar Manmad Road, the hotel features a swimming pool, rooftop restaurant and bar, along with Sahar, its pure vegetarian Satvik restaurant serving food without onion and garlic. EcoSip Café and Pan-Asian, Continental and gluten-free options further expand its dining offerings.
Linkin Reps launches Linkin South Asia for five key Asian markets
Linkin Reps has launched Linkin South Asia, a new outbound travel venture offering directly operated destination services across Japan, Taiwan, China, South Korea and Hong Kong. Commencing operations on September 2, 2026, the New Delhi-headquartered brand will work with Indian travel agents and tour operators, focusing on structured products, destination expertise, human-led service and stronger margins for trade partners.
Smaller cities drive 40% of Ebix Travels’ Corporate Bookings
Ebix Travels recorded 40% of its corporate bookings originating from or routed to smaller cities during H1 FY26, highlighting the growing importance of emerging business centres. Cities such as Surat, Indore, Vijayawada and Nagpur are witnessing increased corporate travel activity, supported by manufacturing, technology, infrastructure and services growth. India’s corporate travel market is projected to grow around 11–12% in FY26 as business activity expands beyond traditional metros.
#First Opinion
“India is commanding global attention at a defining moment, and the BRICS Summit will put considerable focus on room inventory. Our hospitality infrastructure has not kept pace with our tourism ambition. India currently has only about 200,000–220,000 branded hotel rooms, while demand is projected to grow at 8–10% CAGR through FY28. Capital and investor confidence are no longer the constraint. What will determine whether this pipeline translates into capacity on the ground is execution speed—faster clearances, single-window approvals, rationalised taxes, Industry Status and uniform Infrastructure Status.”
K B Kachru,
President, Hotel Association of India (HAI) and Chairman – South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group
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