Air India signs 4 interline deals to expand Europe, Asia reach
Air India has entered into interline partnerships with airBaltic, Bulgaria Air, Cyprus Airways, and Uzbekistan Airways. Announced during the 81st IATA AGM in New Delhi, the agreements open up access to 16 additional destinations across six countries in Europe and Central Asia. These partnerships will facilitate smoother travel options for Air India passengers and improve inbound connectivity to India, expanding the airline’s global reach and strengthening its strategic presence in emerging international markets.
Virgin Atlantic & TCS extend partnership to drive AI-led transformation
Virgin Atlantic has renewed its strategic partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for seven more years, reinforcing a 20-year collaboration. The focus is to modernize the airline’s core operations through a cloud-first, AI-powered digital transformation. The initiative aims to boost business agility, enhance system resilience, and deliver a seamless customer experience. This collaboration will also support Virgin Atlantic’s efforts in modern airline retailing and scaling operations efficiently for future growth.
Cygnett Hotels expands in Itanagar
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has signed a new hotel in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh its second in the city and part of its broader expansion strategy in Northeast India. Located near the Donyi Polo Airport, the hotel is expected to open within two years. With this addition, Cygnett progresses toward its 600-key target in the region. The brand currently runs four hotels in Northeast India and has eight more properties in the pipeline under various development stages.
Agoda launches AI travel planner in India with Ayushmann Khurrana
Agoda has launched an AI-powered vacation planner in India, available until June 30 at AgodaVacationPlanner.com. Created with Google AI, Kulfi Collective, and TrueFan, it offers personalized, budget-friendly itineraries. Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana appears as “Mr. Vacaywala,” the Chief Wellness Officer, providing stress-free travel tips. The tool delivers video itineraries addressing users by name, combining tech, creativity, and entertainment in a unique, limited-time travel campaign.
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“WelcomHeritage champions responsible tourism, seamlessly blending sustainability with cultural preservation. Each of our properties is committed to environmentally conscious practices, reflecting our profound respect for India’s heritage and natural ecosystems. We don’t just advocate for sustainable living we embody it. Many of our hotels have eliminated single-use plastics, adopted eco-friendly alternatives, and actively reduce food waste through mindful consumption”
Ashutosh Chhibba,
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of WelcomHeritage Hotels
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