TDI Infratech to invest ₹75 Crore in Ramada by Wyndham Panipat hotel
TDI Infratech has signed with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to develop Ramada by Wyndham Panipat Connaught Estate at TDI Connaught Estate. Backed by an investment of around ₹75 crore, the planned 53-key hotel is expected to open in Q2 2028. The project will cater to business travellers, transit guests and small meetings, reflecting rising demand for branded hospitality in emerging NCR and Tier-II markets.
BLS International launches AI VoiceBot in UK
BLS International Services Ltd. has launched its AI-powered VoiceBot in the United Kingdom for the Spanish mission, offering 24/7 virtual assistance to visa applicants. Built on Azure ML Python SDK v2, the VoiceBot provides instant, human-like responses on FAQs, documentation, appointments, consular services and application status updates. It also features emotionally intelligent escalation through real-time sentiment analysis.
Jordan to make historic FIFA World Cup debut
Jordan will make its FIFA World Cup debut in 2026 after qualifying on June 5, 2025, with a 3-0 win over Oman. Known as Al-Nashama, the team enters Group J against Austria, Algeria and Argentina. The milestone is also expected to spotlight Jordan’s tourism appeal, from Petra and Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea, Aqaba, Amman’s hospitality and its welcoming culture.
Radisson Blu GRT Chennai hosts cultural evening at Amir Mahal
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai and Ministry of Chutneys presented the 7th edition of The GReaT Conversation Series – Regimental Mess & Summer Kitchens at Amir Mahal on June 13, 2026. The evening celebrated military heritage, culinary traditions and South India’s cultural legacy. Moderated by Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali, the panel featured Nikhil Sharma, Vikram Cotah, Major (Dr.) Praveen Raj (Retd.) and Rakesh Raghunathan.
#FirstOpinion
“India’s domestic travel ecosystem is witnessing a fascinating shift, with 8 out of the Top 10 most visited destinations driven primarily by spiritual tourism. From Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Varanasi and Mathura–Vrindavan to Ujjain, Amritsar, Haridwar and Tirupati, faith and culture have emerged as the single most powerful engine of tourism growth. The sheer volume and economic momentum are catalyzing massive infrastructure upgrades, hospitality growth and local job creation. At Travel Bureau, we have created a dedicated Religious Tourism vertical to serve this fast-growing segment with greater focus, expertise and commitment.”
Sunil Gupta,
Director, Travel Bureau and Chairman, IATO North India
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