Indian tourists can now use UPI to book At the Top, Burj Khalifa tickets online
Jul 29, 2026, at 03:20 pm
Indian tourists can now book tickets for the Burj Khalifa and At the Top when they visit the UAE by simply using their UPI platform.
Air India Express makes big move for Assam flood victims, waives cargo charges for relief supplies
Jul 28, 2026, at 08:42 pm
Air India Express has announced the waiver of cargo charges for the transportation of relief material to Assam in support of the ongoing humanitarian response to the floods that have affected several parts of the state.
Booked Business Class, flew Economy: Indian doctor says Etihad downgraded him at boarding gate
Jul 28, 2026, at 04:39 pm
An Indian passenger has alleged that he was forced to travel in Economy despite holding a confirmed Business Class ticket on an Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to New Delhi after being informed at the boarding gate that the aircraft had been changed and no longer had a Business Class cabin.
Jul 28, 2026, at 03:40 pm
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Tuesday launched Hub & Spoke international flight operations from Amritsar, making it the second airport in the country to be integrated into India's pioneering Hub & Spoke framework for international passenger movement.
Kinnaur Kailash Yatra 2026 to begin July 30: Registration opens soon, key rules for pilgrims
Jul 27, 2026, at 11:52 pm
Devotees preparing for the spiritual journey to Kinnaur Kailash can now begin making plans as the much-awaited pilgrimage is set to resume from July 30, 2026.
Flying India higher: Air India, Tourism Ministry team up to attract millions of tourists
Jul 27, 2026, at 06:49 pm
Tata Group-owned Air India and the Ministry of Tourism (MoT), Government of India, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly promote India as a premier global tourism destination and strengthening India’s position as a key aviation and transit hub.
Beware of fraudulent Air Suvidha 2.0 websites: Indian govt warns travellers
Jul 26, 2026, at 10:33 pm
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has warned passengers against fraudulent websites and portals impersonating Air Suvidha 2.0, saying they are misleading travellers by redirecting them to payment gateways.
Air India, Saudia sign MoU to expand strategic cooperation
Jul 24, 2026, at 07:29 pm
Tata-owned Air India, India’s leading global airline, and Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand strategic cooperation between the two airlines.
Air India selects new JFK Terminal 6 for future operations. All details here
Jul 21, 2026, at 06:22 pm
JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (JFK T6), and Air India on Tueday announced that the airline has chosen T6 for its operations beginning in 2028.
Emirates makes international travel easier with new EMI payment option for Indians
Jul 21, 2026, at 05:39 pm
Emirates has introduced a new flexible payment solution for customers in India, allowing travellers to book flights across its global network and pay through affordable monthly instalments.
Visiting Jim Corbett or Char Dham? New Ramnagar-Dehradun Express makes it easier
Jul 18, 2026, at 05:22 pm
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has virtually flagged off the inaugural service of the Ramnagar-Dehradun Express, marking the commencement of the first-ever direct Express train connecting Ramnagar with Dehradun.
Air India rolls out significant enhancements to its mobile app to elevate customer experience
Jul 17, 2026, at 06:17 pm
Tata Group-owned Air India has rolled out a major upgrade to its award-winning mobile app, introducing a host of new features aimed at making travel more seamless, convenient and personalised.
Indian passport holders can soon visit Thailand visa-free again: Here’s what changed
Jul 15, 2026, at 03:25 pm
The Thai government has once again made visa-free travel available to Indian passport holders, making it easier for them to visit the Southeast Asian nation known for its picturesque beaches and luxury tourism.
Thailand retains visa-free entry for Indians, cuts maximum stay to 30 days
Jul 14, 2026, at 11:13 pm
Indian travellers will continue to enjoy visa-free entry to Thailand, the Thai government announced on Tuesday, ending months of uncertainty over a proposal to withdraw the facility.
Travel Smarter: The CityPASS Hack That Saves Money and Time Across the US and Toronto
Jul 14, 2026, at 02:21 pm
We promise to make Darjeeling a global tourist destination: Tourism Minister Sankar Ghosh at TTF
Jul 14, 2026, at 01:45 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Travel has always been about more than destinations. As India's travel industry prepares for one of its busiest seasons, Fairfest Media has once again created a space where those conversations can take shape.
This Indian airline ranks 4th among world’s most on-time aviation major in June 2026
Jul 13, 2026, at 05:56 pm
Tata Group-owned Air India has been ranked the fourth most on-time airline in the world in June 2026 by aviation analytics firm Cirium, highlighting the airline’s continued progress in improving operational reliability and schedule performance.
Air India goes digital to manage widebody Boeing fleet in major aviation upgrade
Jul 13, 2026, at 05:08 pm
Tata Group-owned Air India said it has taken yet another step forward in its transformation journey with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) approving the use of Electronic Technical Logbooks (ETL) as the primary technical document for its Boeing 787 fleet and authorising parallel implementation across the Boeing 777 fleet.
Puja inside moving train? Viral video leaves internet divided, railways responds
Jul 13, 2026, at 04:08 pm
A video showing a priest performing a religious ritual inside a railway coach recently went viral on X, sparking an online debate over whether such activities should be allowed on trains and prompting a clarification from the Railways.
Emirates goes big on Thailand, adds third daily flight to Phuket. Check timing and other details
Jul 12, 2026, at 10:48 pm
Airlines major Emirates is introducing a third daily flight between Dubai and Phuket, operated by its new Airbus A350, offering travellers greater choice and extending its award-winning Premium Economy experience in Thailand.
Jul 12, 2026, at 07:53 pm
An Indian woman's seven-day trip to Sri Lanka has gone viral after she shared an Instagram post praising the island nation for its cleanliness, well-maintained roads, civic sense and the kindness of its people.
Planning a Saudi Arabia trip? New Package Visa could make travel easier than ever
Jul 11, 2026, at 05:52 pm
Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of a pilot programme for its new Package Visa, which is currently being rolled out through approved general travel and tourism service providers in select markets.
Jul 10, 2026, at 05:52 pm
Airlines major Emirates has announced it will introduce its flagship A380 to Delhi from Oct 25, making the Indian capital the third gateway in the country to be served by the iconic double-decker.
Air India Express drops ‘Xplore More’ sale: Up to 15% off on international flights
Jul 05, 2026, at 06:18 pm
Private airlines Air India Express has announced the launch of its ‘Xplore More’ sale across international flights, offering up to 15% savings on Lite and Value fares.
Pune's Lohagad Fort temporarily shut after surge in visitors following realtor murder investigation
Jul 01, 2026, at 11:48 pm
Lohagad Fort, a popular weekend destination near Lonavala in Maharashtra, has been temporarily closed to tourists following a sudden rise in visitors linked to a recent criminal investigation.
UAE's first passenger train begins service, slashing Abu Dhabi–Fujairah travel time
Jul 01, 2026, at 04:51 pm
The UAE's first passenger train service between Abu Dhabi and the eastern emirate of Fujairah commenced operations on Tuesday, significantly reducing travel time on a route that was previously accessible only by road.
Flying to Melbourne? Air India's revamped B777-300ER debuts on July 1
Jun 30, 2026, at 03:21 pm
Tata Group-owned Air India will deploy its B777-300ER aircraft featuring upgraded cabin interiors on flights between Delhi and Melbourne, effective 1 July, replacing the existing aircraft.
Rajasthan Forum Seeks Dedicated Tourism Desk to Boost Bengal-Rajasthan Travel Ties
Jun 30, 2026, at 02:29 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Two states, two heritages, one shared afternoon at ITC Sonar. Rajasthan's Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari was felicitated in Kolkata on Monday during a courtesy meeting with Sundeep Bhutoria, Founder of Rajasthan Forum and a noted culturist, in an exchange that wove diplomacy with the unmistakable warmth of cultural ceremony.
Planning Kailash Mansarovar Yatra? Read this Indian government warning before you travel
Jun 28, 2026, at 02:02 pm
The Indian government has issued an advisory for citizens undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Nepal, urging them not to begin their journey without obtaining all the required travel documents, following reports of Indian pilgrims being stranded in the neighbouring country.
Why is India launching Air Suvidha 2.0 amid ongoing Ebola outbreak?
Jun 26, 2026, at 08:23 am
The Ministry of Civil Aviation, in collaboration with Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), has launched Air Suvidha 2.0, an upgraded contactless Passenger Health Self-Declaration Portal aimed at strengthening public health surveillance at points of entry amid the ongoing Ebola outbreak.