IATO’s Namaste India Showcase boosts Europe outreach
IATO successfully concluded its first-ever international roadshow, Namaste India Showcase, across Frankfurt, Paris and Amsterdam from March 6–11, 2026. Supported by the Ministry of Tourism and partnered with Air India, the initiative enabled direct B2B engagement with European travel trade. The showcase strengthened tourism ties, promoted India’s diverse offerings, and highlighted growing demand for experiential, cultural, luxury and wellness travel among European travellers.
Ramada by Wyndham opens in Itahari, Nepal
Grand Central Hotel Private Limited has announced the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Itahari Pashupati Marg in eastern Nepal, in partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. The 81-room property offers modern amenities including dining, wellness facilities, and event spaces. Positioned in a fast-growing commercial hub, the hotel aims to cater to rising business and leisure demand while strengthening international hospitality presence in Nepal’s evolving tourism landscape.
Gulshan Group signs landmark Taj project in Noida
Gulshan Group has partnered with IHCL to launch North India’s first Taj Branded Serviced Apartments project in Noida, with an investment of INR 1,000 crore. Located on the Noida Expressway, the development will feature a 150-room Taj hotel and 74 luxury serviced apartments. Set to be the tallest Taj hotel, the project will offer premium dining, wellness, and event facilities, positioning Noida as a key luxury hospitality destination.
Summit Hotels expands with two boutique properties in North Bengal
Summit Hotels & Resorts has signed two boutique properties—Summit Gulma River Resort in Siliguri and Summit Falling Water near Darjeeling—each with 30 rooms. The Siliguri property, opening August 2026, will cater to leisure and events, while the Darjeeling project, opening in 2027, will offer a nature-integrated stay. The expansion strengthens Summit’s footprint in North Bengal’s fast-growing tourism corridor.
#First Opinion
“Completing two years of operations is a meaningful milestone for our team and partners. When we launched, the objective was clear: to connect underserved cities and enable easier, faster travel for people who often had limited options. The response from passengers across our network has been extremely encouraging. As we grow, our focus will remain on measured growth, disciplined expansion, operational reliability and building a regional airline that communities can depend on.”
Manoj Chacko, Founder, Managing Director and CEO, FLY91
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