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.
Air India, Booking.com partner to offer integrated booking experiences to travellers
Jun 22, 2026, at 06:58 pm
Tata Group-owned Air India and Booking.com, a digital travel platform, have announced a strategic partnership to deliver a more seamless and rewarding travel booking experience.
Jun 22, 2026, at 04:41 pm
The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has announced that regular passport, visa and attestation appointments across the UAE will be unavailable from June 26 to June 30 as authorities transition to a new outsourced service provider.
Air India introduces 'Basic' fare option. What is it?
Jun 17, 2026, at 06:34 pm
Tata Group-owned carrier Air India has announced the introduction of its new ‘Basic’ fare family, further strengthening its commitment to empowering customers with greater choice and control over how they travel and what they pay for.
Flights begin at Noida International Airport — Taj Mahal day trips now easier than ever
Jun 15, 2026, at 04:31 pm
Travel enthusiasts can now plan day trips to the iconic Taj Mahal with greater ease, as commercial flight operations have officially begun at Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh.
Jun 13, 2026, at 05:12 pm
The global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry is entering one of the most exciting growth phases in its history.
Everything You Need to Know About Travel Insurance for Canada
Jun 12, 2026, at 05:02 pm
Digha — A Place Where Waves Speak to the Heart
Jun 08, 2026, at 04:52 pm
Some places are not remembered through photographs, but through feelings. Digha became one of those places for me.
Amsterdam plans huge tourist tax hike — Visitors could soon pay up to 20 percent
Jun 06, 2026, at 05:39 pm
Amsterdam, one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations, is planning to significantly increase its tourist tax on overnight stays from 12.5% to 16% next year, with a phased rise to 20% in subsequent years, in a bid to curb over-tourism, media reports said.
Jun 05, 2026, at 03:52 pm
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi highlighted the tourism potential of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on the occasion of World Environment Day while cautioning against development that could disturb the region's ecological balance.
Jun 03, 2026, at 03:59 pm
Airbus has announced that the first A350-1000ULR aircraft (MSN 707), part of a 12-aircraft order for Qantas Airways, has successfully completed its maiden flight in Toulouse, France, marking the world's longest range ever.
Germany waives airport Transit Visa requirement for Indian nationals from June 3
Jun 03, 2026, at 03:24 pm
Germany has announced that Indian nationals will no longer require a Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) when transiting through German international airports, effective June 3, 2026.
Viral video: Indian group dances Garba at Great Wall of China — Internet explodes in debate
Jun 02, 2026, at 01:37 pm
A group of Indian tourists has triggered an online debate after a video of them performing Garba at the Great Wall of China went viral on social media.
Digha — A place where waves speak to the heart
Jun 01, 2026, at 12:58 am
Some places are not remembered through photographs, but through feelings. Digha became one of those places for me.