Sri Lanka Convention Bureau to Host MICE Roadshows in Hyderabad and Bangalore
The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai will organize two MICE Roadshows and Evening Networking Sessions in Hyderabad and Bangalore. The first roadshow will be held on July 1 at the Taj Krishna Hotel in Hyderabad, followed by the second roadshow on July 3 at the Taj West End in Bengaluru. This initiative is part of a focused effort to enhance Sri Lanka’s tourism presence in India.
VFS ETM partners with Rayad Group to provide immigration advisory services in India
VFS Global’s Education, Trade & Migration (VFS ETM), Services, a business unit of the VFS Global group, has announced a partnership with Rayad Group to offer immigration advisory services in India. This collaboration allows residents in India to conveniently access a comprehensive range of immigration advisory services at VFS Global centres in New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chennai Hyderabad and Pune.
Castaway Island, Fiji & Counting Coral launch Coral Gene Bank
In a bold step toward marine conservation and sustainable tourism, OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has partnered with non-profit organization Counting Coral to launch a transformative coral restoration initiative at Castaway Island, Fiji. At its heart is the installation of a visually striking Sculptural Coral Gene Bank – the third of its kind in Fiji and a first for OUTRIGGER.
SureStay by Best Western signs 10th hotel in India, second in Ayodhya
BWH Hotels has signed its 10th SureStay by Best Western in India with a new property in Ayodhya, set to open in 2027. Located just 5 km from Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, the hotel will offer modern guestrooms, a restaurant, and a multi-purpose hall. This marks the brand’s second hotel in Ayodhya and reflects its commitment to midscale growth in emerging Indian markets amid rising tourist demand and infrastructure development.
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“Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board remains steadfast in its commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. With the growing number of visitors, ensuring clean, green, and safe destinations has become more crucial than ever. Through the ‘Project Clean Destination’ initiative-launched under the Responsible Tourism Mission, we are working closely with local communities, private partners and local stakeholders to promote sustainable waste management, improve sanitation and foster a culture of environmental stewardship.”
Shri Sheo Shekhar Shukla IAS,
Principal Secretary, Tourism Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board
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