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Air India to add 24 new flights to improve connectivity between major metro cities

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Mumbai: Air India will launch 24 new domestic flights starting this Saturday in order to increase connectivity between the top metro cities as demand for air tickets rises in the post-Covid era.

Malaysia is one of the best places for Indians to visit in the post COVID-19 situation: Deputy Tourism Minister

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata:  Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, YB Datuk Seri Dr. Santhara J.P. invited Indians to visit Malaysia and said it is one of the best countries to visit in the post COVID-19 situation.

Jumeirah Bali: The global luxury hospitality company unveils its debut property in Indonesia

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Early in 2022, the Jumeirah Group expanded its international portfolio with Jumeirah Bali, the global luxury hospitality company’s debut property in Indonesia.

Hilton Garden Inn: Singapore's Little India vibes and functional comfort

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

In the heart of Singapore's vibrant, colourful Little India district, stands tall one hotel- Hilton Garden Inn. As our cab passed through the streets dotted on either side with the colourful heritage houses (read shop houses), we knew we were in a part of Singapore where old culture blends with the vibes of modern kickass Singapore.

The Local Flavors at Philadelphia’s Best Farmer's Markets

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

The farmer’s markets of Philadelphia are some of the most charming spots in the city. The fresh food and other produce on display show the commitment of the local community towards sustainability and organic farming.For a true localtaste of Philadelphia, be sure to visit one of the city’s many farmers markets. At each, you will not only find meat and fresh produce sourced from farms and orchards in Philadelphia’s surrounding counties, but also crafts, art, and other delicacies made within the city.

Bengaluru based tech startup CarterX rolls out airport baggage transfer services at doorstep for harried flyers

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

​Have you ever struggled with your airport luggage, and wished there was a support service that could help you with a smooth transit? Air travel in itself is comfortable but baggage handling could be tough for many.

Indigo bolsters UAE-India connectivity with new flights

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

New Delhi: Budget-carrier Indigo will introduce new flights between Mumbai and Ras Al Khaimah with effect from Sept. 22, as per media reports.

IndiGo announces Ras Al-Khaimah as the 100th destination in 6E network

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata: Aviation major IndiGo on Wednesday announced Ras Al-Khaimah as its 100th destination in 6E network.

Independence Day: AirAsia India fares begin at RS,1,475

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: AirAsia India, a subsidiary of Tata Sons Private Ltd., announced the launch of its Independence Day sale with fares starting at ₹1,475, for routes like Delhi-Lucknow, in addition to similar discounted fares across its network.

Independence Day: OYO announces stays at slashed prices

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

New Delhi: Indian Hospitality enterprise OYO on Monday announced reduced prices on stays with tariffs which now begin at Rs 399 for the period between Aug. 8 and Aug. 21.

Sri Lankan Airlines conducts press trip for Indian media to attend Kandy Esala Perahera 2022

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Colombo: As Sri Lanka struggles with political upheaval, tourism is booming, and the island is being inundated with visitors from Europe and India.

Akasa Air commences commercial operations

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Mumbai: Akasa Air on Sunday started its commercial operations with its first flight taking off from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, bound for Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.

Jammu and Kashmir: Homestay service starts on Manasbal Lake for tourists

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Manasbal Ganderbal: Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department has commenced homestay service in several areas in a bid to expand tourism in the region.

Germany sees 214 pct rise in Indian tourists in 2022

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

New Delhi/UNI: As the global tourism industry makes a recovery post the Covid pandemic, the German National Tourist Office has recorded a year-on-year rise of 214 per cent in Indian tourists visiting the central European country this year.

Singapore Tourism Board hosts travel trade roadshow in Kolkata, India is second largest source market for the nation

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata:  The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) on Monday hosted a roadshow in Kolkata with an aim to attract more tourists from India in the upcoming days and also showcase the new attractions which the country is offering to the visitors.

Bahrain International Airport welcomes the maiden IndiGo flight from Mumbai

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Mumbai: Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), welcomed the arrival of the inaugural IndiGo flight from Mumbai to Bahrain, following the commencement of a new direct service.

Our executive chef is Indian as well: Sherene Allaman, Sun International, on why South Africa is an Indian favourite

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

With international tourism gearing up after the nearly two-year-long pandemic induced hiatus, one of Indians' favourite destinations, South Africa, is wooing back the tourists from this part of the world. The hotel industry in South Africa is upbeat once again. Sherene Allaman, Vice President—International Sales and Marketing, Sun International, speaks to IBNS-NITN editor Sujoy Dhar on why their property should be on the bucket list of travellers with different budgets

UK-based Keralite builds plane in lockdown, takes family to France & Germany

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

London: Ashok Thamarakshan, a mechanical engineer hailing from Kerala, built a four-seater airplane during the covid-induced lockdown to travel the world with his family.

SpiceJet connects Jabalpur with Kolkata

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata: Private airlines major SpiceJet on Friday launched daily non-stop flight connecting Jabalpur with Kolkata.

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's Akasa Air to start domestic flights from Aug 7

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Mumbai: Rakesh Jhunjhunwala promoted budget carrier Akasa Air is all set to hit the skies with its maiden commercial flight on August 7, starting with Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Kochi with two Boeing 737 Max aircraft, the company announced Friday.

Canada: Jobs that open up permanent residentship possibility

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Ottawa/IBNS:  To combat the labour market shrinkage, Canada has resumed its Express entry draws for all programmes to fill job vacancies.

41 entrepreneurs from tribal villages of Tamil Nadu choose IndiGo for their first flight

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

New Delhi: In its endeavor to support social outreach initiatives, IndiGo, India’s leading carrier supported by Isha Outreach flew 41 tribal folks from the foothills of Velliangiri, Coimbatore on their maiden air travel to Chennai today via IndiGo flight 6E 238.

Sri Lanka: The Indian Ocean magnet for explorers

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Sri Lanka is in the news for all the wrong reasons these days. But this tourist magnet reeling under economic and political turmoil is sure to make it back on the bucket list of global travellers for its innate beauty and spirituality, says Supriyo Hazra as he completes a weeklong visit to the island nation which began in Colombo and ended in Galle

Relive Virginia's music legacy in USA

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

You can listen to the beat of the Commonwealth’s rich music scene while you plan your music lovers’ holiday for 2022 and beyond in Virginia, USA

SpiceJet announces daily non-stop flights between Jabalpur and Kolkata

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata: Private airline major SpiceJet on Tuesday announced the launch of new daily flights connecting Jabalpur with Kolkata starting July 22.

SpiceJet announces daily non-stop flights between Jabalpur and Kolkata

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Indian airline SpiceJet has announced the launch of new daily flights connecting Jabalpur with Kolkata starting Jul 22.

Sri Lanka tourism sector takes huge blows amid ongoing crisis

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Colombo: Sri Lanka's hotel industry appears to be on the verge of collapse due to unending political instability, worsening economic crisis and curfews.

Deoghar in Jharkhand gets new airport, to ease travel for pilgrims

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: For pilgrims who are planning to visit Deoghar in Jharkhand during the famous Shravani Mela can now avail direct flights to the city from Kolkata and Delhi, thanks to the newly opened airport.

SpiceJet completes seven years of flying with highest occupancy in India

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata: Airlines major SpiceJet has flown with the highest load factor in the Indian skies for a record seven years.

Flydubai suspends flights to Colombo amid economical and political upheaval

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:52 pm

Colombo: Flydubai's flights between Dubai and Colombo have been suspended until further notice, it was reported on Tuesday.