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IranAir suspends flights to Europe amid coronavirus outbreak

Mar 08, 2020, at 05:32 pm

Tehran/Xinhua/UNI: Iran's flag carrier IranAir announced on Sunday that it has suspended all its flights to and from Europe until further notice, official IRNA news agency reported.

IndiGo waives-off change fees on existing and new domestic and international bookings made till March 31, 2020

Mar 07, 2020, at 04:55 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: In-line with its mission to enable hassle-free travel for its customers, India’s leading carrier - IndiGo - on Saturday announced zero change fees on existing bookings for travel from March 12, 2020 - March 31, 2020.

IndiGo strengthens domestic and international connectivity; launches 26 new flights

Mar 06, 2020, at 04:16 pm

Kolkata/UNI: Keeping its focus on strengthening its domestic connectivity, India’s leading carrier - IndiGo - on Friday announced 26 new flights on its network.

Virgin Atlantic announces new service from Delhi to Manchester from October

Feb 25, 2020, at 04:56 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Virgin Atlantic has announced new flying from Delhi to Manchester with services taking to the skies from October 2020 onwards.

SriLankan Airlines’ brand video ‘Serendipity Right Next Door’ takes social media by storm

Feb 25, 2020, at 09:50 am

Colombo/IBNS: SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka and a member of the prestigious oneworld alliance, in the wake of its launch of the brand video ‘Serendipity Next Door’ is appealing to its largest foreign market, India, set a record of five million views within 19 hours on social media platforms.

IndiGo launches direct flights from Pune to Chandigarh and Indore

Feb 24, 2020, at 06:12 pm

New Delhi/IBNS:  Strengthening domestic connectivity, IndiGo, India’s leading airline launched daily direct flights connecting Pune to Chandigarh and Indore, effective March 15, 2020 and May 01, 2020 respectively.

Etihad Airways announces subscription-based TravelPass for their frequent flyer guests

Feb 19, 2020, at 12:17 pm

Abu Dhabi (UAE)/IBNS: Etihad Airways has launched a subscription-based travel solution for its guests to allow them complete flexibility and ease with their regular and recurring travel arrangements.

IndiGo announces its 4-day international sale starting at INR 3499

Feb 18, 2020, at 03:38 pm

Kolkata/UNI: IndiGo, India’s leading airline, has launched a four-day international sale across 6E network today.

China sees 45 pc drop in holiday travel, no 'peak' expected

Feb 15, 2020, at 05:18 pm

Beijing/Xinhua/UNI: The volume of passenger trips during the Spring Festival travel rush this year is expected to be 45 percent lower than last year due to the novel coronavirus outbreak, with no peak in the number of return trips, said China's Ministry of Transport on Saturday.

From Siddhi Vinayak to Pashupatinath and ISKCON to Kabba, IndiGo now connects Mumbai -Kathmandu and Bangalore-Jeddah

Feb 12, 2020, at 05:37 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: In line with its focus to enhance its international connectivity, India’s leading carrier, IndiGo on Wednesday announced the launch of 6 new daily direct flights, including new connections between Bengaluru-Jeddah effective Mar 29, 2020 and Mumbai-Kathmandu effective June 25, 2020.

SriLankan Airlines set to become largest foreign carrier in India with Ahmedabad addition

Feb 04, 2020, at 01:59 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: SriLankan Airlines is set to be the largest foreign carrier in India with the launch of services to Ahmedabad, a senior official of the national carrier of Sri Lanka said unveiling plans for India in 2020.

Kerala sees spurt in domestic tourism numbers, holds pan-India campaign to showcase the state's attractions

Feb 02, 2020, at 01:43 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Kerala Tourism, which saw a 16 per cent rise in domestic tourist numbers in the first three quarters of 2019 is holding a pan India campaign.

Bhubaneswar-Varanasi direct daily flight operations commencement marks the 250th route under RCS-UDAN

Jan 31, 2020, at 06:02 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Taking the next plunge in boosting the regional aerial connectivity in India, Alliance Air, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Air India on Saturday commenced the direct daily flight operations from Bhubaneswar to Varanasi under the RCS-UDAN (Regional Connectivity Scheme – Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) of Government of India.

Suresh Nanda, Chairman of Claridges Group of Hotels states the 2020 Hospitality industry trends

Jan 30, 2020, at 01:09 am

As more people move out to explore cities, countries and crave the local experience, the hospitality industry is gearing itself up for catering to these demands. With such major developments already, it seems like the industry this year is going to push extra hard on making the customers feel special, offering state-of-the-art facilities and comfort.

Planning 'Dilli' Darshan? Rent a Car to Witness the Best in the City

Jan 22, 2020, at 12:23 am

Are you exhausted of slogging at the officeor bored with your routine? If you are looking for a fun-filled break with your family and friends, thenworry not. Whether you are a Delhiite or visiting the city from another town, the capital of India can offer you wholesome travel experience. From historical places such as forts and tombs, spiritual sites like mosques and gurudwaras to exciting places like Delhi Haat and Connaught place, there’s something for everyone.

Coronavirus scare: Air India cancels Shanghai flights till Feb 14

Jan 29, 2020, at 05:51 pm

New Delhi/UNI: In view of outbreak of Coronavirus, state-owned Air India on Wednesday decided to cancel Shanghai-China flights From January 31 to February 14.

Konya: On the trail of Rumi in a city of love

Jan 27, 2020, at 04:39 pm

On  December 17, 1273,  the 13th-century Persian poet, Sufi mystic and Islamic theologian Rumi breathed his last in Konya, a city in central Turkey, he chose to live. Sujoy Dhar on Rumi's death anniversary month in December goes on his trail in Konya, the land of saints, whirling dervishes and much more..  

IndiGo launches direct connection between Delhi and Bangkok

Jan 25, 2020, at 09:46 am

New Delhi/IBNS: In the interest of increasing connectivity between India and South-East Asian regions, India’s leading carrier, IndiGo, on Saturday announced the launch of daily direct flights between Delhi and Bangkok, effective March 29, 2020.

IndiGo announces daily direct flights between Mumbai and Chengdu

Jan 24, 2020, at 09:31 am

New Delhi/IBNS: : In a bid to enhance point-to-point connectivity, India’s leading carrier - IndiGo - on Thursday announced the launch of daily direct flights connecting Chengdu with Mumbai effective Mar 15, 2020.

t's Show Time - Aqaba Airshow 2020!

Jan 15, 2020, at 10:54 pm

Amman/IBNS: The Aqaba Air Show 2020 promises skillful displays from the best pilots in the world between Mar 20 and 21.

Etihad Airways named most punctual middle east airline of 2019

Jan 15, 2020, at 10:48 pm

Khalifa City/IBNS: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has been ranked as the most punctual airline in the Middle East and one of the most punctual in the world by the global aviation analytics group OAG.

5-year tourist visa will benefit tourists of any nationality: Chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority

Jan 15, 2020, at 10:44 pm

With the recent announcement of multiple-entry five year UAE visas for all nationalities, Sharjah considers it a great opportunity to attract more visitors from India and around the world. Commenting on the same, H. E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority said:

Singapore Airlines to boost Kolkata Services

Jan 14, 2020, at 05:40 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Singapore Airlines (SIA) will introduce a fifth weekly flight to Kolkata, India, from 29 March 2020. 

SpiceJet adds more flights from Aurangabad to Bengaluru, Hyderabad

Jan 13, 2020, at 06:15 pm

Aurangabad, Maharashtra/UNI: SpiceJet airline expanded its' services by commissioning additional flights for Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

IndiGo strengthens international connectivity from East India, launches direct flights connecting Kolkata with Doha and Dubai

Jan 10, 2020, at 05:09 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: In a bid to create corridors of connectivity from the country, India’s leading carrier – IndiGo - on Friday announced daily direct flights connecting Kolkata with Dubai and Doha, effective February 16 and March 01, 2020 respectively.

One dozen Cairns

Jan 09, 2020, at 05:58 pm

Tucked in the far north-eastern part of Australia in the state of Queensland, Cairns is one of the nations most sought after waterfront destination and hardly misses the itinerary of any traveller from India, writes Sandip Hor

Air Canada reroutes flights to avoid Iraq airspace after attacks

Jan 09, 2020, at 01:57 am

Toronto/Sputnik: Air Canada is rerouting its flights to Dubai in order to avoid Iraqi airspace amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Canada’s national air carrier said in a statement to Sputnik on Wednesday.

IndiGo to fly to one of the wonders of the world; announces Agra as its 63rd domestic destination

Jan 06, 2020, at 05:45 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: In a bid to strengthen domestic connectivity, IndiGo, India’s leading airline, on Monday announced Agra as its 63rd domestic and 86th overall destination.

Global media icon Richard Quest applauds his SriLankan experience

Jan 06, 2020, at 05:36 pm

Colombo/IBNS: SriLankan Airlines, the National Carrier of Sri Lanka and a member of the oneworld alliance, welcomed aboard the global media icon Richard Quest of CNN during his journey from London to Colombo recently.

Tourism development package proposal for Mahabs sent to Centre : Purohit

Jan 06, 2020, at 03:19 pm

Chennai/UNI: The Tamil Nadu government has sent a Rs 563.50 crore tourism development package for Mahabalipurm promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to the Centre for approval, Governor Banwarilal Purohit told the State Assembly today.