Air India & Air Astana seal codeshare deal
Air India has signed a codeshare agreement with Air Astana to expand connectivity between the two nations. Under the partnership, Air India will place its ‘AI’ designator code on Air Astana’s flights between Almaty and Delhi, as well as Almaty and Mumbai. This collaboration will allow Air India passengers to book single tickets and enjoy seamless check-in to Almaty, strengthening links with Central Asia’s fast-growing tourism and business hub.
South African Tourism unveils 5th Corporate Think Tank in India
South African Tourism is set to launch the fifth edition of its flagship Corporate Think Tank, underscoring its commitment to India’s booming MICE market. The series will be held across Hyderabad (19 Sept), Chennai (7 Nov), Pune (12 Dec), and Kolkata (30 Jan). Bringing together corporate leaders and industry stakeholders, the initiative will highlight South Africa’s position as a premier global MICE destination.
ATOAI Women’s Collective launches AI Workshop, appoints new Chairperson
The ATOAI Women’s Collective (AWC) launched its first workshop, “The Potential of AI in the Travel Industry,” highlighting AI’s transformative role in modern tourism. The event also marked the appointment of Akanksha Garg, Founder, Director of Waxpol Hotels & Resorts, as AWC’s new Chairperson. Known for her leadership in sustainability, Garg aims to drive innovation, inclusivity, and responsible tourism in Indian adventure travel.
Rajasthan to host 8th edition of Kabir Yatra in Bikaner & Villages
The 8th edition of the Rajasthan Kabir Yatra, India’s longest traveling folk music festival, will be held from October 1–5, 2025 across Bikaner and nearby villages—Kelan, Chhattargarh, Kalu, and Katariasar. Organised by the Malang Folk Foundation, the Yatra celebrates the poetry of mystics like Kabir, Mira Bai, Bulleh Shah, Amir Khusrau and Shah Latif. Hosted by local communities, the journey blends music, storytelling, satsang and cultural unity.
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“India is a very diverse market and there are tremendous opportunities to exploit across the country. We saw some surprising response from our last year’s Educational Seminar with airline partner in the South Indian cities of Bangaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad. The two events were strategic extension of our trade outreach, engagement and educational programme that we have carried in India over the last year and half. Kochi gave opportunity to penetrate deep in the South India market, whereas Kolkata roadshow was our first post-pandemic push in the region and was aimed at opening East Indian market, particularly West Bengal.”
Paul Shih, Director, Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) Singapore Office
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