Air India to resume Delhi–Tel Aviv flights from December 1
Air India will resume non-stop flights between Delhi and Tel Aviv from December 1, 2026, restoring direct connectivity between India and Israel. The airline will operate five weekly services, Sunday through Thursday, using Boeing 777 aircraft. The resumption comes as Israel Tourism strengthens its focus on India, promoting the destination beyond pilgrimage to include leisure, family holidays, MICE, luxury and experiential travel segments.
Sterling opens Regalia Agra near Taj Mahal
Sterling Holiday Resorts has opened Sterling Regalia Agra, strengthening its presence on the Golden Triangle travel circuit. Located 1.4 km from the Taj Mahal, the 36-room property features a multi-cuisine restaurant, event spaces, leisure facilities, a fourth-floor swimming pool with Taj views and a top-floor celebration deck. The hotel aims to encourage travellers to explore Agra beyond its iconic monument through heritage, cuisine, markets and local craftsmanship.
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels signs Zone Connect Bharatpur
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels has signed a Hotel Management Agreement for the 63-key Zone Connect by The Park Bharatpur in Rajasthan. Located around 3 km from Keoladeo National Park, the hotel will cater to leisure travellers, weddings and social events. Facilities will include Café C, banquet spaces, landscaped lawns and a swimming pool. The property will also offer convenient access to Fatehpur Sikri, Mathura, Vrindavan and Agra.
Emirates rolls out Dubai Winter offer with complimentary attractions
Emirates has launched a winter campaign offering travellers added value on Dubai holidays. Customers booking eligible return tickets will receive complimentary access worth AED 535 to Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark, Lost World Aquarium and Dubai City Sightseeing tours. My Emirates Pass will offer discounts across restaurants, shopping and leisure venues, while Dubai Experience enables personalised itineraries. The offer applies to eligible bookings made between September 21 and October 11, 2026.
#First Opinion
“We fully understand the importance of tourism revenues for the Maldives. However, at a time when the global travel industry is facing significant challenges, we believe an additional 17% tax on overseas travel trade could unintentionally make the Maldives less competitive. We sincerely request the Maldives Government to reconsider and withdraw this provision. India and the Maldives share a strong tourism relationship, and we would like to see this partnership grow further without adding pressure on travellers or the international travel trade. We remain committed to strengthening this long-standing partnership.”
– Himanshu Patil, President, OTOAI
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