Taj Hotels is on the prowl for more properties in overseas markets. The Tata group’s hotel chain, which is targeting an equal revenue share from its domestic and international businesses, has been busy extending its global footprint. More >

India’s aviation and finance ministers urged Tuesday that foreign airlines be allowed to buy stakes of up to 49 percent in local carriers to provide vital cash injections for the struggling industry. More >

Air India will see fresh round of agitation by employees as Aviation Industry Employees Guild, the union which represents close to 8,000 employees, has threatened to go on strike from January 14 in protest against the delay in payment of salaries. More >

India tourism grew by 8.9 per cent in 2011, outperforming 4-5 per cent growth projection for World by UNWTO. India also performed better than other Asian countries and welcomed 6.29 million foreign tourists in 2011. More >

The popularity of India as a driving destination seems to be on the rise, with car rental firm Avis citing a 60 per cent rise in foreign tourist arrivals with self-drive packages in 2011. More >