TRAVEL
Hotels in the green despite war jitters, domestic demand cushions impact, says Sarovar CEO
On the West Asia war, while external factors have created uncertainty, the impact on India has been limited compared to previous disruptions, the CEO said.
TECHNOLOGY
From binge to brand: Ads become the new script for micro dramas
What is making micro dramas attractive to advertisers is the depth of user engagement — far beyond casual scrolling formats
TRAVEL
US-Iran ceasefire to bring relief, not reset: Travel recovery to be slow and phased
Even as operations resume, restoring traveller confidence will take time, say travel executives.
BUSINESS
Indian Hotels skills 42,000 youth, expands training push as hospitality demand surges
The company is increasingly targeting emerging and underserved destinations, where tourism potential is high but access to structured training remains limited.
SPORTS
Punjab Kings bets on digital deals to grow sponsorship revenue beyond jerseys
A brand has to spend two times more on the overall activation for a jersey deal and taking a logo position is not enough for brands to get their return on investment, pointed out Punjab Kings' Chief Commercial Officer.
TRAVEL
Fuel shock from West Asia war hits Indian flyers, domestic fares may rise further
The full impact of higher fuel prices may play out over the next few months, especially during the peak summer travel season, according to travel executives.
TECHNOLOGY
Everything, everywhere all at once: Filmmaking gets a hybrid twist in Bengaluru studio
Collective Artists Network's Cinematic Labs, a small physical space, shows how hybrid filmmaking is the way forward with stunts, movements being captured in the physical studio with real-time AI editing
TRAVEL
IPL 2026 opener drives travel boom, Bengaluru sees highest demand across flights and hotels
Beyond Bengaluru, several host cities are witnessing heightened travel demand, with Delhi-NCR emerging as the strongest growth market so far during IPL.
TRAVEL
Good Friday long weekend drives travel boom, young couples lead surge in premium getaways
While Bengaluru and Mumbai remain top search hubs due to connectivity, destinations such as Rishikesh, Varanasi and Ooty are among the most sought-after for the upcoming long weekend.
BUSINESS
ixigo-backed SqaaS rolls out agent platform ShellBot as the travel firm deepens AI push
An AI agent platform like ShellBot can manage your daily tasks like replying to emails, schedule meetings and ping you across apps like WhatsApp, Gmail, Slack or Teams.
TECHNOLOGY
AI becomes creators’ ‘mini-accountant’, reshaping how influencers manage money
Many content creators in India are using AI not just for tracking income, but also for contract reviews, invoice management, and understanding diverse revenue streams.
TECHNOLOGY
Draft IT rules may spell trouble for news influencers as self-censorship, brand risks loom
Beyond legal implications, the amendments could trigger a cascading effect across platforms and advertisers, tightening the ecosystem around creators.
BUSINESS
Dhurandhar delivers: PVR INOX to end FY26 on a three-year high, says promoter Sanjeev Bijli
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has crossed the Rs 600-crore mark in India within seven days of release, with total collections reaching approximately Rs 641 crore net (Rs 756 crore gross)
SPORTS
It's RRR again, this time at IPL: Royal Challengers, Rajasthan Royals reset brings new power play
Marketers say one of the most immediate changes could be the entry of entirely new advertiser segments.
TRAVEL
An evening in Paris costs twice more as West Asia war fallout makes Europe trips pricier
This summer, a trip to Paris—once a relatively predictable splurge for Indian travellers—has become far more expensive due to the Iran-Israel conflict.
TRAVEL
West Asia tensions push Indian travellers towards domestic getaways
Spiritual tourism is seeing a spike with around 23 per cent of enquiries from millennials now focused on locations like Rishikesh, where travellers are combining wellness, meditation, and outdoor experiences
ENTERTAINMENT
Dhurandhar 2 storms past Rs 800-crore worldwide despite West Asia no-show
The strong overseas traction underlines the film’s wide appeal beyond India, even as global uncertainties impact travel and entertainment consumption patterns
ENTERTAINMENT
Ads, events, digital boom: India’s entertainment economy surges past Rs 2.7 lakh crore mark
A significant driver of the sector's growth was digital advertising along with live events segment that also saw a sharp uptick in 2025.
ENTERTAINMENT
Prime Video doubles down on India, bets on global storytelling and IP at 2026 showcase
India is emerging as a key contributor to Prime Video’s global content pipeline, with more than 100 shows currently in development and production, the streaming platform's executives said.
ENTERTAINMENT
Interval over: Dhurandhar 2 to light up a quiet quarter for PVR INOX, powers box office
With a market share of 29% in Q4 FY25, PVR INOX is set to gain the most if Dhurandhar's success pushes industry wide box office collection to similar levels as Rs 2,190.8 crore in March quarter last year.
TRENDS
Influencers hit it out of the park as brand spends for IPL 2026 to touch Rs 700 crore
One reason brands are spending more on influencers during IPL is due to the higher number of creators posting IPL-related content which has nearly doubled.
TRAVEL
Iran war hits inbound tourism; hotels report cancellations, fewer bookings
The fallout is most pronounced in gateway cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad as well as tourism-heavy destinations like Agra and Pondicherry, which typically see a higher share of foreign travellers
ENTERTAINMENT
The great escape: Dhurandhar 2 emerges as a box office bright spot in uncertain times
The film is looking at a record opening day business of over Rs 100 crore in Hindi and an opening week alone of over Rs 500 crore.
TRAVEL
Indians swap Dubai for Dimapur as Iran-Israel war pushes travellers to domestic holidays
The surge in domestic travel demand could translate into a strong summer for India’s tourism industry.
