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Congress' Nandigram candidate arrested after Mamata's support amid TMC symbol row; Bengal bypoll gets chaotic | Gurugram murder shocker: Groom-to-be leaves sisters at Delhi restaurant to meet ex-colleague, found dead days later | Delhi horror: Teen allegedly gangraped, stabbed to death and dumped in field; dogs eat parts of body | TMC name, symbol frozen: EC tells rival factions to pick new identities ahead of Bengal bypolls | Married just 17 days ago: Hyderabad engineer mysteriously found dead at US home | ‘We will promote cash’: New UPI charge triggers trader backlash, Opposition protests | Gurugram biker crash: Main accused Kalyan Bainsla sent to police custody for 2 days | ‘Just tax collection’: Ashneer Grover slams new UPI charges above Rs 2,000 | India condemns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia, warns of threat to Red Sea shipping | Gurugram biker hit by car: Two including main accused arrested after viral road rage video, attempt to murder case filed

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.

Emirates unveils world’s first electrically powered premium economy seat with full-height privacy screen

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.

Zoomcar and Uber partner to give travellers more ways to plan road trips. What does it mean for your next journey?

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.

Nearly one in two Kolkata travellers now plan holidays around culture, Durga Puja leads the way: Report

Aug 06, 2026, at 05:36 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Nearly one in two travellers from Kolkata now plan their holidays around cultural experiences, while Durga Puja and the city's festive culture have emerged as the defining elements of Kolkata's identity, according to Skyscanner's India Culture Travel Index 2026, unveiled in the city on Wednesday.

IndiGo giving away 20,000 free flight tickets: Here's how you can claim yours

Aug 05, 2026, at 05:17 pm

Indian airline major IndiGo has announced a giveaway of 20,000 free domestic flight tickets worth up to ₹10,000 per PNR as part of its 20th anniversary celebrations.

Air India boosts Canada operations with new Mumbai–Toronto flights, deploys B787-9 on Delhi route

Aug 05, 2026, at 04:52 pm

Air India has introduced its new Boeing 787-9 aircraft on the Delhi–Toronto route and announced a major expansion of its Canada operations for the Winter 2026-27 season, including a new non-stop Mumbai–Toronto service, additional capacity and upgraded aircraft on Toronto flights.

Arunachal's hidden Glaw Lake becomes India's 101st Ramsar Site. Why you should visit

Aug 04, 2026, at 10:53 pm

Hidden amid the Eastern Himalayas, Glaw Lake has earned global recognition as India's 101st Ramsar Site, becoming the first wetland in Arunachal Pradesh to receive the prestigious designation.