IHCL opens 75-Key Clarks Udaipur amidst the Aravallis
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the opening of the 75-key Clarks Udaipur on November 5, 2026. Nestled amidst the Aravalli hills, the resort features rooms with private dip pools, mountain-top dining, a spa and landscaped lawns. Designed for leisure travellers, destination weddings and corporate events, the property also offers cultural experiences, including folk performances and local handicrafts, further strengthening IHCL’s presence in Rajasthan’s popular tourism market.
Air India launches ‘The Maharaja Shop’ for loyalty members
Air India has launched ‘The Maharaja Shop’, a premium lifestyle marketplace enabling Maharaja Club members to earn points on everyday purchases. Featuring leading Indian and international brands, the platform offers electronics, luggage, fragrances, wellness products, jewellery and more, alongside exclusive Air India merchandise. Members can redeem earned Maharaja Points for Award Flights and Cabin Upgrades.
Korea Tourism Organisation strengthens India outreach with Roadshows
Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) successfully hosted its Tourism Roadshow 2026 in Ahmedabad on October 28 and Mumbai on November 4, strengthening engagement with India’s travel trade. The events showcased Korea’s leisure, MICE, wellness, cultural and wedding tourism offerings. KTO also introduced its MICE Support Program 2026, Edu Tourism Support Program 2026–2027 and Korea Group Visa facility, highlighting financial assistance and visa facilitation.
Chhattisgarh plans ‘Riyasat Veethika’ to preserve royal heritage
Chhattisgarh has initiated ‘Riyasat Veethika’, a dedicated gallery showcasing the heritage of its 14 former princely states. Developed in consultation with erstwhile royal families, the project will display royal insignias, traditional attire, antique weapons, historical coins, seals and archives. The state also plans to develop historic palaces into heritage tourism circuits and homestays, promoting cultural tourism.
#First Opinion
“India offers an extraordinary range of experiences, many of which are yet to be discovered by international travellers. We are working towards developing 50 globally benchmarked tourist destinations, with a focus on infrastructure, connectivity, quality accommodation and visitor facilities. Additionally, 40 tourism projects worth approximately ₹32.96 billion have been sanctioned across 23 States to develop lesser-known destinations. Our objective is to attract more international visitors, encourage longer stays and ensure that tourism creates meaningful economic opportunities for local communities.”
Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat,
Hon’ble Minister of Tourism and Culture, Government of India
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