Newsletter - 21st February 2026

Daily News Updates / 21st February 2026

VISA
France Introduces Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians, Sets Sights on 30,000 Indian Students by 2030 In a landmark move aimed at strengthening travel, education, and people-to-people ties, France has announced visa-free airport transit for Indian nationals, alongside ambitious ta... READ MORE

People
JOALI Appoints Lana Ghawi Zananiri as Global Director of Sales and Marketing JOALI, the Maldives-based lifestyle resort brand renowned for its art-driven experiences and immersive island escapes, has announced the appointment of Lana Ghawi Zananiri as Glob... READ MORE

Aviation
Ireland Explores Direct Air Connectivity with India Within Two Years Ireland is moving closer to establishing direct air connectivity with India, with the country’s Minister for Public Expenditure, Jack Chambers, expressing optimism that a non-st... READ MORE

Destination
Saudia and Qiddiya City Invite Travellers to a World of Thrills and Luxury For those seeking an extraordinary blend of adventure, entertainment, and luxury, Qiddiya City is rapidly emerging as Saudi Arabia’s premier destination for leisure and family e... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Europe Opens Doors to Indian Talent with First-Ever European Legal Gateway Office For Indian students, researchers, and professionals, the dream of working, studying, or conducting research across Europe just became more tangible. On February 18, 2026, the Euro... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Western Australia’s Walking On A Dream Invites Travellers to Explore Nature, Culture, and Creativity From sun-drenched deserts to turquoise reefs, Western Australia is a land of contrasts and wonder. Tourism Western Australia (TWA) is bringing this extraordinary destination to th... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Peru Tourism Board Deepens Engagement with Indian Travel Market Through New Delhi Workshop Building on its recent participation at OTM Mumbai, the Tourism Board of Peru has taken its engagement with the Indian travel trade a step further with a dedicated worksho... READ MORE

Trends
FS Group and Certares Forge EUR 1 Billion Partnership to Expand Trenitalia France High-Speed Rail Italian state-owned railway operator FS Group has announced a landmark partnership with U.S.-based investment firm Certares, signaling an ambitious expansion of high-speed rail se... READ MORE

VISA
Greece Visa Centres Resume Operations in India: Applications Accepted from February 12 The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the reopening of Greece Visa Centres across India, effective February 12, allowing Indian nationals and residents to resume sub... READ MORE

Trends
Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts Launches UPI Payments for Indian Travellers in Sri Lanka and the Maldives Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts, one of Sri Lanka’s leading hospitality brands, has introduced Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance across its 17 properties in Sri Lanka and ... READ MORE

Trends
India’s Passport Gains Global Ground, Rising to 75th in 2026 Rankings India has improved its global passport ranking in 2026, moving up to 75th place in the Henley Passport Index. The rise, however, contrasts with a slight reduction in travel access... READ MORE

Trends
Shanghai Welcomes 9.36 Million International Visitors in 2025, Signaling Strong Tourism Recovery Shanghai, China’s bustling southern metropolis, has recorded a major rebound in inbound tourism, receiving over 9.36 million international visitors in 2025—a 39.6% increase co... READ MORE

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