Malaysia trip alert: Indian Embassy warns against seeking jobs on tourist visa
Sep 23, 2026, at 11:10 pm
The Indian High Commission in Malaysia has warned Indian nationals against travelling to the country on a tourist visa with the intention of seeking employment.
120 new destinations, 4 crore passengers: Centre unveils big next phase of UDAN
Sep 23, 2026, at 01:17 am
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Tuesday signed 21 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with States and Union Territories under the next phase of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme, marking a major step towards strengthening regional air connectivity across the country.
Air India unveils ‘Vista’: AI, streaming-style entertainment coming to your seatback screen
Sep 23, 2026, at 12:35 am
Tata Group-owned Air India on Tuesday unveiled a preview of its next-generation connected in-flight entertainment (IFE) software, the Vista Digital Platform, which aims to transform the way passengers experience entertainment and services during their journeys.
Star Alliance Paris lounge wins world’s best airline alliance lounge title again
Sep 21, 2026, at 06:00 pm
The Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Lounge has once again been named the World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking the lounge’s third consecutive win in the category. The Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport also secured second place, with Star Alliance taking both the top two spots in this year’s category.
Etihad Airways, Etihad Rail partner: What new air-rail travel plan means for UAE passengers
Sep 16, 2026, at 06:33 pm
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s National Rail Network, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to create a seamless air-rail travel experience across the UAE.
Big travel news: India waives visa fees for Thai tourists until 2027
Sep 13, 2026, at 08:23 pm
The Indian government has introduced a visa-free arrangement for Thai nationals visiting India, in a move aimed at giving a boost to tourism between the two countries.
1000 Islands: Back to the Waters That Never Left Me
Sep 11, 2026, at 11:16 am
Sujoy Dhar, journalist and travel writer, returns to the Thousand Islands in Ontario a decade after he first fell for them—and finds the place has aged like good wine, while he has simply grown more certain of his love for it.
Air travel meltdown in UK: 1,300 flights cancelled, thousands of passengers hit
Sep 09, 2026, at 09:18 am
Nearly 1,300 flights were cancelled after a technical failure in the UK’s air traffic control system disrupted operations at several major airports, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.
Sep 07, 2026, at 07:24 pm
Aviation major Emirates is taking its award-winning Premium Economy experience a step further with the launch of what it describes as the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, featuring a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat.
Indonesia volcano eruption grounds 2,000 flights, strands 270,000 passengers
Sep 07, 2026, at 02:03 pm
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia has stranded around 270,000 passengers after nearly 2,000 flights were grounded, with airport operations suspended for the second consecutive day, media reports said on Monday.
Air India, IHG join hands: Maharaja Club members can now earn points on hotel stays
Sep 04, 2026, at 08:04 pm
Air India, India’s leading global airline, and IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies,has announced a new partnership, enabling Air India’s Maharaja Club members to earn reward points during stays at IHG Hotels & Resorts, while giving IHG One Rewards members the flexibility to exchange their points for Maharaja Points.
Pilot falls ill mid-air: IndiGo Doha-Bengaluru flight diverted to Muscat
Sep 03, 2026, at 01:48 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: An IndiGo flight travelling from Doha to Bengaluru was diverted to Muscat on Thursday after the pilot felt unwell and sought medical assistance, media reports said.
What is Air India’s ‘Easy Connect’? Ahmedabad joins network
Sep 02, 2026, at 01:02 am
Air India on Tuesday announced the launch of ‘Easy Connect’ services from Ahmedabad, marking a significant milestone in the Government of India’s transformative hub-and-spoke initiative.
Flying abroad from Ahmedabad just got easier: Here’s what the new hub-and-spoke system changes
Sep 02, 2026, at 12:43 am
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Tuesday launched Hub & Spoke International Flight Operations from Ahmedabad, making it the third airport in the country to be integrated into India's Hub & Spoke framework for international passenger movement, after Varanasi and Amritsar.
Google AI mode gets major travel upgrade: Track cheap flights, book hotels and more
Aug 31, 2026, at 03:52 pm
Google has introduced new updates to AI Mode in Search aimed at making it easier for travellers to plan and book trips.
No visa for 30 days: Uzbekistan announces major travel move for Indian citizens
Aug 30, 2026, at 10:23 pm
Uzbekistan on Sunday announced 30-day visa-free entry for Indian citizens following a meeting between visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Railway littering fine doubled to Rs 1,000: Check what else can get you fined
Aug 29, 2026, at 12:13 am
Littering on trains and at railway stations will now cost passengers more, with Indian Railways doubling the penalty for violations from Rs 500 to Rs 1,000.
Do Not Miss This Museum When You Are in Purulia Next
Aug 26, 2026, at 12:01 pm
Your bucket list to explore the sights and sounds of Purulia, home to the famous Chhau dance of India, now has a new destination.
Gaya to Bangkok in one hop! IndiGo announces direct flights from Oct 26
Aug 24, 2026, at 11:08 pm
Bihar's Gaya is set to get a direct international air link to Bangkok, with IndiGo announcing twice-weekly flights from October 26, opening a faster route for pilgrims, tourists and business travellers.
Aug 24, 2026, at 05:20 pm
Zoomcar, India's leading peer-to-peer car-sharing platform, and Uber, India's most-loved ride-hailing app, have joined hands to make planning road trips easier and simpler.
Third Vande Bharat on Jammu-Srinagar route: Udhampur gets big Railway boost
Aug 22, 2026, at 10:11 am
The Indian Railways is set to introduce the third Vande Bharat Express service on the Jammu-Srinagar route via Udhampur, in response to a popular demand from the local population.
Comfort, character and city views: my stay at Hyatt Place London City East
Aug 18, 2026, at 11:20 pm
There's a particular kind of London hotel that tries too hard — chandeliers where none are needed, marble that doesn't quite earn its keep. Hyatt Place London City East is not that hotel. It doesn't reach for five-star theatrics, and it doesn't need to. What it offers instead is quieter and, in its own way, more memorable: a terrace, a skyline, and a stillness that's hard to find in a city that rarely slows down.
Ganga Aarti comes to London: Thames to glow with Indian spiritual tradition on September 13
Aug 18, 2026, at 07:23 pm
If you want to experience the spiritual splendour of the Ganga Aarti traditionally performed in Varanasi and Rishikesh, you will soon be able to witness the ceremony in London, far from India.
$5 flight? Heart Aerospace’s battery-electric X1 aircraft takes to the skies
Aug 18, 2026, at 06:36 pm
Heart Aerospace has announced the successful first flight of its X1 demonstrator aircraft, marking what the company describes as the largest battery-electric flight in aviation history.
Fly, stay, watch F1: Qatar Airways unveils Grand Prix 2026 travel packages
Aug 18, 2026, at 06:09 pm
Qatar Airways Holidays is set to elevate the Qatar stopover experience with the launch of exclusive Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2026 packages.
Mid-air scare! IndiGo Kolkata-Chennai flight suffers engine failure before landing
Aug 12, 2026, at 12:05 pm
Chennai/IBNS: An IndiGo flight en route from Kolkata to Chennai suffered an engine failure shortly before landing, triggering a scare before the aircraft landed safely at its destination on Tuesday, according to media reports.
Sri Lanka trip gets easier for Indians: Get exclusive PickMe Ride offers with UPI
Aug 11, 2026, at 07:07 pm
NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has announced exclusive benefits for Indian travelers using the PickMe platform for rides in Sri Lanka.
Abu Dhabi offers complimentary UAE entry visas to Indian tourists: Check eligibility now
Aug 11, 2026, at 04:53 pm
Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced complimentary UAE entry visas for eligible Indian passport holders between August 1 and October 31, 2026, media reports said.
Air India to restore cut international flights from September 1 after fuel crisis
Aug 09, 2026, at 12:45 pm
Air India is set to restore most of the international flights it had reduced earlier this year, with services scheduled to resume from September 1.
Ladakh to launch India's first high-altitude wildlife safari; spot snow leopards like never before
Aug 07, 2026, at 03:19 pm
Ladakh is set to launch India's first-ever high-altitude wildlife safari, offering visitors a rare opportunity to witness the Union Territory's unique ecosystem, including the elusive snow leopard, under a new eco-tourism initiative.