You won’t believe which ‘clean and pristine’ Kerala village Anand Mahindra just visited!
Dec 08, 2025, at 04:14 pm
Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: In July this year, Mahindra & Mahindra Chairperson Anand Mahindra revealed that Kerala’s Kadamakkudy was on his bucket list and that he hoped to visit the village during his official trip to the state in December. He has now fulfilled that promise.
Pack your bags! Euromonitor drops its explosive top 100 city rankings for 2025
Dec 07, 2025, at 05:06 pm
Paris welcomed over 18 million international visitors in 2025, driven by its strong tourism infrastructure, vibrant culture and focus on sustainability, as per Euromonitor International’s Top 100 City Destinations Index 2025.
'Hard work of months wasted': IndiGo passengers left in tears as crisis enters fifth day
Dec 06, 2025, at 04:38 pm
Ahmedabad/IBNS: A morning of distress unfolded at Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Saturday as IndiGo’s nationwide operational crisis spilled into yet another day.
Air Canada launches seasonal direct flights between Toronto and Rio de Janeiro
Dec 06, 2025, at 03:23 am
Montreal: Air Canada’s inaugural direct flight from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro landed Friday morning, marking the launch of a new seasonal route connecting Canada to Brazil’s iconic seaside city.
DGCA grants IndiGo temporary FDTL exemptions amid widespread flight cancellations
Dec 05, 2025, at 06:04 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Facing an unprecedented wave of flight cancellations, IndiGo has received a temporary one-time exemption from specific night-operation clauses under the new Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms.
New flight duty time limitation rules kicked in for all airlines. Why was IndiGo hit the hardest
Dec 05, 2025, at 03:43 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: India’s aviation sector has entered a turbulent phase as the full rollout of the revised Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) rules has triggered widespread cancellations, delays, and passenger chaos nationwide.
Air India's partnership with Maldivian provides access to 16 hidden gems. Guess them now
Dec 05, 2025, at 03:05 pm
Air India, India’s leading global airline, and Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, have entered a bilateral interline partnership aimed at boosting connectivity between the two countries.
Flight chaos! IndiGo cancels dozens more flights — thousands stranded nationwide
Dec 04, 2025, at 10:53 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Disruptions in IndiGo’s flight operations continued for the second consecutive day on Thursday, with widespread delays and cancellations reported across major airports due to an acute shortage of pilots and cabin crew, according to media reports.
Ontario extends One Fare transit programme for two more years
Dec 04, 2025, at 03:02 am
Toronto/IBNS: Ontario is extending its One Fare transit programme for an additional two years, aiming to keep transportation costs down for riders across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, the provincial government announced Thursday.
Safety first! Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury apologises amid massive A320 flight disruption
Nov 29, 2025, at 09:29 pm
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury on Saturday apologised to airline customers and passengers worldwide after a technical glitch in the A320‑family aircraft disrupted flight operations, media reports said.
Nov 29, 2025, at 06:23 pm
West Bengal has slowly moved up the charts and is now ranked the second most visited destination for international tourists in India, just behind Maharashtra, according to data released by the India Tourism Data Compendium 2025.
Air Canada unveils special Winter Olympics 2026 livery honouring Canadian athletes
Nov 29, 2025, at 03:21 am
Montreal/IBNS: Air Canada on Thursday unveiled a special aircraft livery celebrating Canadian athletes ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Air Canada Foundation flies more than 1,000 children to U.S. theme parks
Nov 27, 2025, at 04:32 am
Montreal: More than 1,000 children across Canada travelled to theme parks in Florida and California this year through Dreams Take Flight, an annual charitable programme supported by Air Canada and the Air Canada Foundation.
Air India restores codeshare agreement with Air Canada
Nov 24, 2025, at 03:53 am
New Delhi: Air India reinstated its codeshare agreement with Air Canada, expanding travel options between India and Canada beginning December 2, the airline announced Wednesday.
Air Canada launches major cabin renewal across North American fleet
Nov 22, 2025, at 02:20 am
Toronto/IBNS: Air Canada announced a multi-year cabin renewal programme that will upgrade interiors, technology and inflight amenities across Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada Express.
Air Canada, Emirates renew partnership in deal extending through 2032
Nov 21, 2025, at 03:19 am
Toronto/IBNS: Air Canada and Emirates will extend and expand their strategic partnership under a memorandum of understanding signed by both carriers, the airlines announced Tuesday.
India's North-East goes global: Sikkim to host International Tourism Mart tomorrow
Nov 12, 2025, at 05:22 pm
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, is organizing the 13th edition of the International Tourism Mart (ITM) for the North Eastern Region from November 13 to November 16 at Gangtok, Sikkim.
Thailand just changed its drinking laws; tourists are not exempt
Nov 09, 2025, at 08:19 pm
Thailand has tightened its alcohol control laws, expanding restrictions on consumption, sales and advertising, with tourists also subject to the revised rules.
Visa Mandate to Peace of Mind: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Best Student Travel Insurance
Nov 04, 2025, at 11:06 pm
A student visa often hinges on proof of medical cover, yet many applicants treat the policy as a tick-box task. The policy you choose safeguards health, time, and tuition, so selecting the best travel insurance for your course and destination deserves the same attention as your university choices.
Air India just finished a total makeover of A320neo fleet — Here’s what’s changed
Nov 02, 2025, at 04:08 pm
Airlines' major Air India has announced the successful completion of the retrofit programme for its legacy A320neo fleet, with the final of 27 aircraft returning to service with brand-new cabin interiors and in the airline’s vibrant new livery.
Tourism: Skal International Kolkata appoints new board at AGM
Oct 25, 2025, at 02:43 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Skal International Kolkata held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and board election earlier this month, bringing together leaders from the travel and tourism sector to review achievements and chart future plans.
Oct 20, 2025, at 03:12 pm
Bhopal: A panel discussion on “The Future of the Film Sector in Madhya Pradesh: From Reel to Real Growth” was organized during the Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart, focusing on the state’s growing stature as a global hub for filmmaking.
Oct 20, 2025, at 02:58 pm
Bhopal: A roundtable discussion on “MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) and Wedding Tourism” was organized by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board in collaboration with the FICCI Wedding Tourism Committee at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Center, Bhopal.
Air India Express launches brand campaign across South Asia, Middle East, South East Asia Network
Oct 14, 2025, at 06:53 pm
Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, has unveiled one of the Indian aviation industry's largest brand campaigns - ‘Xplore More, Xpress More,’ an ode to the transformative power of travel that makes every trip a journey of memorable moments and meaningful connections.
Indian tourists to France surge 40% after UPI adoption: Lyra Network chief
Oct 14, 2025, at 02:57 pm
France has recorded a 40% rise in Indian tourists since adopting India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for digital transactions last year, a top fintech executive said.
Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart to be held annually on Oct 11-13, announces state CM Mohan Yadav
Oct 11, 2025, at 11:55 pm
Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart, a flagship event by Madhya Pradesh Tourism, will now be held annually from October 11 to 13, announced state Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday.
Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2025 to be inaugurated by CM Mohan Yadav tomorrow
Oct 10, 2025, at 10:54 pm
Bhopal/IBNS: The Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart (MPTM) 2025 will be inaugurated by state Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in Bhopal on Saturday.
Oct 10, 2025, at 03:39 pm
Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh government is set to host the Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2025 from October 11 to 13 at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Centre, Bhopal.
Egypt returns to IFTM Paris 2025 with new travel experiences
Sep 25, 2025, at 12:21 pm
Egypt is set to showcase its evolving tourism landscape at IFTM Paris 2025, highlighting a new era of unique diversity, spiritual discovery, and a focus on sustainability.
Sep 17, 2025, at 05:20 pm
A tourist has alleged that Georgian authorities subjected 56 Indian travellers, who were having valid e-visas and documents, to the most' inhuman behaviour' when they attempted to enter the country via Armenia.