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Seamless visa processes, better infra to help India attract more foreign tourists: Agoda

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Seamless visa processes, better infra to help India attract more foreign tourists: Agoda

Agoda CEO Omri Morgenshtern emphasizes the importance of seamless visa processes and improved infrastructure to enhance India’s appeal as a global tourism destination. Currently, out of 18.9 million international arrivals, only 9.5 million were true foreign tourists. Morgenshtern believes that by making visas more accessible and upgrading infrastructure, India can significantly increase its foreign tourist numbers. Additionally, improving air travel options, especially budget segments, is seen as a way to boost tourism further.

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OYO launches its first luxury hotel in Dubai, plans special packages for Indian tourists

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OYO launches its first luxury hotel in Dubai, plans special packages for Indian tourists

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NITI Aayog suggests single-window clearance system for homestay registration to boost tourism

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NITI Aayog suggests single-window clearance system for homestay registration to boost tourism

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RBI move to deepen junk debt market to attract private credit funds, foreign investors

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RBI move to deepen junk debt market to attract private credit funds, foreign investors

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) new policy permitting the securitisation of stressed loans aims to attract foreign investors and deepen India's junk debt market. This move enables banks to offload bad loans as tradable securities, offering high-yield investment opportunities. Analysts believe this will bring more liquidity and diversity to the market, drawing interest from private credit funds and foreign portfolio investors. However, challenges like pricing, regulatory complexities, and slow recovery processes remain.

StampMyVisa acquires Kunal Shah-backed travel tech startup Teleport - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 16d ago

StampMyVisa acquires Kunal Shah-backed travel tech startup Teleport - The Economic Times

StampMyVisa, a B2B visa platform, has acquired Teleport, a travel tech startup backed by notable founders like Kunal Shah. This acquisition aims to merge Teleport’s consumer focus with StampMyVisa's infrastructure to enhance visa services across India and Southeast Asia. Founded in 2023, StampMyVisa assists various clients with visa applications for over 60 countries. The company is also seeking $3 million for its next growth phase, aiming to create a seamless visa experience.

Italian watchdog's AI staff struggle spotlights global challenge

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Economic Times · 1y ago

Italian watchdog's AI staff struggle spotlights global challenge

The Garante, an Italian watchdog, faced challenges in recruiting AI experts to strengthen its team following the temporary shutdown of ChatGPT. Similar issues are being faced by regulators worldwide, as the demand for AI talent surges. The relatively low pay, long hiring processes, and visa problems hinder their ability to attract top talent. European Union public bodies, which are rolling out significant AI regulation, may encounter similar problems. The United States, in contrast, has demonstrated a willingness to pay more and expedite recruitment processes to hire AI experts. Governments are recognizing the need for AI expertise but face hurdles in securing the necessary talent.

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India, China agree to hold 'functional talks' on trade, eco

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India's UPI is now in France. UPI goes global for the first time!

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India's UPI is now in France. UPI goes global for the first time!

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched UPI at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. This partnership with French payments leader Lyra allows Indian tourists visiting the iconic landmark to use UPI-powered apps to make seamless transactions. This is a significant step towards promoting digital payments and expanding UPI globally. The service will soon be extended to other merchants in the tourism and retail sectors, benefiting both Indian tourists and merchants in France and Europe.

NPCI International signs MoU with Greek bank to take UPI to Europe

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Economic Times · 1y ago

NPCI International signs MoU with Greek bank to take UPI to Europe

NPCI International Payments (NIPL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Eurobank, a Greek bank, to process foreign inward remittance from Greece through UPI (Unified Payments Interface). This partnership positions Greece as one of the first European countries to enable seamless remittances to India using UPI rails. The agreement includes fund settlement, reconciliation, and dispute resolution in their respective jurisdictions. This initiative strengthens economic ties between India and Greece through increased remittance flows. Previously, UPI was launched in France, allowing Indian tourists to purchase Eiffel Tower tickets using UPI payments. NPCI has established relationships with several countries, resulting in the acceptance of UPI and RuPay as payment methods.

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