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Indian Travelers Look Forward to Unique Experiences, Purchases and Maximizing Value, Reveals American Express 2025 Global Travel Trends Report

15Apr

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Indian Travelers Look Forward to Unique Experiences, Purchases and Maximizing Value, Reveals American Express 2025 Global Travel Trends Report

New Delhi, April, 2025.American Express India released the 2025 Global Travel Trends Report capturing how Indian travelers are shifting gears with both intention and thoughtful planning.From shopping for local and handmade goods, making a special trip for a luxury purchase or attending concerts and sporting events, Indian travelers are prioritizing unique experiences in 2025, the report indicates.Sanjay Khanna, CEO and Country Manager, American Express Banking Corp India said, "Indians are more informed and discerning than ever before and seekholistic experiences during their travel. At American Express, we understand the preferences of our Card Members and are committed to helping them unlock more value on travel, dining, shopping and entertainment - through each aspect of their j...

Turkish Airlines and Galataport Istanbul Join Forcesat Miami Seatrade Cruise Global

11Apr

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Turkish Airlines and Galataport Istanbul Join Forcesat Miami Seatrade Cruise Global

İstanbul, 11 April 2025Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, and Galataport Istanbul, home to the world’s first and only underground cruise terminal, participated together in the Seatrade Cruise Global Fair which took place in Miami between 7-10 April and considered asone of the cruise tourism industry’s most prestigious events.These two strong brands shared a joint booth to support Türkiye’s position as a global hub for cruise tourism. Visitors of the booth were introduced to Istanbul’s unique experiences, new flight destinations, and investments in cruise tourism. This collaboration aims to contribute to Türkiye becoming an even more prominent player in global cruise tourism, encourage more cruise companies to include Istanbul in ...

Virgin Atlantic flight carrying over 250 passengers stranded in Turkey takes off for Mumbai

4Apr

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Virgin Atlantic flight carrying over 250 passengers stranded in Turkey takes off for Mumbai

Mumbai, April 04, 2025.After being stranded for more than 40 hours at a Turkey airport, over 250 Virgin Atlantic passengers, including Indians, are now airborne and their flight is expected to land in Mumbai late in the evening on Friday.The passengers were stuck at the Diyarbakir Airport in Turkey after their Mumbai-bound aircraft from London was diverted to the airport on Wednesday.In a statement on Friday, a Virgin Atlantic spokesperson said the passengers were provided with overnight hotel accommodation on Thursday evening.

PM Modi departs for two-day visit to Thailand

3Apr

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PM Modi departs for two-day visit to Thailand

New Delhi, April 03, 2025.Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for a 2-day visit to Thailand on Thursday morning. Today, he will have a bilateral meeting with Thailand's PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra. During this time, both countries will discuss trade relations. Paetongtarn (38 years old) is currently the world's youngest PM.On the second day of the visit, i.e., tomorrow, PM Modi will participate in the BIMSTEC summit. After this summit, he may also meet with the head of Bangladesh's interim government, Yunus Khan. Yunus's chief advisor, Khalilur Rahman, indicated this possibility on Wednesday. This will be the first meeting of the major leaders of both countries after the change of power in Bangladesh last year.On Thursday, PM Modi may also visit Thailand's historic Wat Pho temp...

1Apr

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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DEBUTS IN JHARKHAND, WELCOMES GUESTS TO EXPLORE THE ICONIC LANDMARKS AND VIBRANT CULTURE OF RANCHI

Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Ranchi, marking the debut of the first Marriott International brand in Jharkhand. Nestled in the state’s most sought-after areas, renowned for the stunning Rock Garden and picturesque Kanke Dam, this 111-room hotel exemplifies refined living and modern design. It offers a welcoming escape for both business and leisure travelers with enhanced comforts, memorable experiences and a delightful mix of local and international cuisines. Courtyard by Marriott Ranchi is ideally situated just 35 minutes from Birsa Munda Airport and 30 minutes from The Ranchi Junction and Hatia Railway Stations.The 111-room Courtyard by Marriott Ranchi, is crafted ...

MALAYSIA WELCOMES VISITORS WITH FESTIVE HARI RAYA AIDILFITRI CELEBRATIONS

1Apr

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MALAYSIA WELCOMES VISITORS WITH FESTIVE HARI RAYA AIDILFITRI CELEBRATIONS

PUTRAJAYA, 1 April 2025 – Malaysia extended a warm welcome to both domestic and international tourists with grand Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations held at five major airports today - Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 & Terminal 2, Penang International Airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport, and Kuching International Airport, in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign.The celebrations, officiated by YBhg. Dato’ Shaharuddin Abu Sohot, Secretary General of Ministry Of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) at KLIA Terminal 1, and attended by YBrs. Encik Chua Choon Hwa, Deputy Secretary General of MOTAC, YBhg Datuk (Dr.) Yasmin Mahmood, Chairman of Tourism Malaysia, Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, and YBrs Encik S...

Travel from Jaipur to Delhi, Kota, Sikar to become expensive:Toll tax to hike at 7 booths from midnight, ring road rates also increased

1Apr

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Travel from Jaipur to Delhi, Kota, Sikar to become expensive:Toll tax to hike at 7 booths from midnight, ring road rates also increased

Jaipur, April 01, 2025.Traveling from Jaipur to Delhi, Kota and Sikar will become expensive for car, bus and truck drivers. Tax charges have been increased at seven toll booths. The new toll rates will be effective from Monday midnight.The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has increased rates at one toll booth on Jaipur Ring Road, Daulatpura booth on Ajmer-Delhi bypass, and at Manoharpur and Shahjahanpur tolls on Jaipur-Delhi Old Highway. Earlier, toll tax was also increased on the Jaipur-Kishangarh highway.According to the new rates, car drivers will now have to pay Rs 200 instead of Rs 190 at the Shahjahanpur toll. At the Manoharpur toll booth, the rate for cars has not increased. Light commercial vehicles and buses and trucks will have to pay more toll tax.At Da...

New flights from Jaipur to Noida, Srinagar and Nagpur

30Mar

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New flights from Jaipur to Noida, Srinagar and Nagpur

Jaipur, March 30, 2025.A major change is going to happen in flight operations at Jaipur Airport. The summer schedule for flights will be implemented from March 30 at all airports across the country including Jaipur.After this, new flights will be started from Jaipur Airport to Noida, Srinagar, Nagpur and Ghaziabad. Air connectivity will increase for Kullu and Bikaner.Only 58 flights were operated from Jaipur Airport in the summer schedule last year. This year 75 flights will be operated from Jaipur Airport. The new flight schedule will be effective from March 30.

I-T dept imposes Rs 944 cr penalty on IndiGo; airline to contest order

30Mar

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I-T dept imposes Rs 944 cr penalty on IndiGo; airline to contest order

New Delhi, March 30,2025.The Income Tax Department has slapped a penalty of Rs 944.20 crore on IndiGo, which said it will contest the order that is "erroneous and frivolous".The order was received by InterGlobe Aviation, the parent of the country's largest airline IndiGo, on Saturday.In a regulatory filing on Sunday, IndiGo said the assessment unit of the Income Tax Department (Income Tax Authority) has passed an order imposing Rs 944.20 crore penalty for assessment year 2021-22.

Indian carriers to operate 25,610 flights per week in summer schedule: DGCA

25Mar

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Indian carriers to operate 25,610 flights per week in summer schedule: DGCA

New Delhi, March 25,2025.Indian carriers will operate a total of 25,610 flights per week during the summer schedule this year compared to 24,275 weekly flights in the same period last year, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said on Tuesday.This translates to a 5.50 per cent year-on-year growth in the total number of departures per week.Compared to the ongoing winter schedule, which ends on March 29, the number of departures per week is up 2.41 per cent as the Indian carriers operated a total of 25,007 departures per week from 124 airports in the country, the DGCA said.

Air India, Air New Zealand enter into codeshare partnership

19Mar

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Air India, Air New Zealand enter into codeshare partnership

New Delhi, March 19, 2025.Air India and Air New Zealand on Wednesday entered into a codeshare partnership and both airlines will also explore the possibility of starting direct flights between India and New Zealand.On Wednesday, both airlines signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost air connectivity between the two countries."The MoU includes the establishment of a new codeshare partnership on 16 routes between India, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand," a release said.

Turkish Airlines Open Returns to Türkiye After Six Years

17Mar

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Turkish Airlines Open Returns to Türkiye After Six Years

Istanbul, March 2025Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has renewed its title sponsorship of the Turkish Airlines Open through a partnership with the Turkish Golf Federation. After a six-year hiatus, the tournament will once again be part of the DP World Tour’s Race to Dubai. The tournament will be held at Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort in Antalya between May 8-11, 2025.The sponsorship signature ceremony was held at the Turkish Airlines Headquarters, with the participation of Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi, Turkish Golf FederationDeputy Chairman of the Board of Directors Nihat Özdemir, and DP World Tour Director of Tournament Business Mark Casey along with other senior executives.On the agreement, Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşistated...

4 Flights canceled in Jaipur on Dhulandi;Due to low passenger demand

15Mar

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4 Flights canceled in Jaipur on Dhulandi;Due to low passenger demand

Jaipur, March 15, 2025.Flight schedules have been completely disrupted in Jaipur during Dhulandi. On Friday, there was a shortage of passengers at Jaipur Airport. In view of this, IndiGo and Air India Express Airlines canceled the operation of their 4 flights at the last moment. Meanwhile, flights to Kolkata and Indore will take off later than their scheduled time.Actually, on Friday, passengers are less inclined to travel on the occasion of Dhulandi in Jaipur. Due to this, IndiGo Airlines flight 6E - 7523 coming from Ahmedabad to Jaipur, which arrives in Jaipur at 6:40 PM, had only a few passengers booked. After this, due to insufficient passengers, the flight was canceled at the last moment.Similarly, IndiGo Airlines flight 6E - 7524 from Jaipur to Ahmedabad, which takes off ...

Railways spending Rs 1.14 lakh crore per year on safety: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

11Mar

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Railways spending Rs 1.14 lakh crore per year on safety: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi, March 11, 2025.Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said that the government is prioritizing railway safety, allocating more than Rs 1 lakh crore annually for the enhancement of various systems.During the debate on the Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 in the Rajya Sabha, the minister highlighted that as a result of several measures, the yearly railway accident rate has dropped from 171 incidents to 30.He said various several initiatives are underway to upgrade technology and emphasized that the Modi government has made more progress in improving railway infrastructure in 11 years than what was achieved in 60 years under Congress rule.The Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 was passed in the Rajya Sabha through a voice vote. The bill had already been approved by t...

Turkish Airlines to Launch Flights to Phnom Penh, the Capital of Cambodia

6Mar

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Turkish Airlines to Launch Flights to Phnom Penh, the Capital of Cambodia

Istanbul, March 2025Turkish Airlines will commence flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, on December 10, 2025. With this new destination, Cambodia will become the 7th country served by flag carrier in Southeast Asia and Phnom Penh will be the 11th city in the region.Set to improve trade relations between Türkiye and Cambodia and contribute to the growing economy of the new destination of the flag carrier, the Phnom Penh flights will expand global airline’s Far East network to 20 cities and 21 airports. This new route will offer Turkish Airlines’ guests easier access to one of the key destinations in the region and showcase once more the unparalleled connectivity flag carrier offers as the only European carrier flying to this destination.The flag carrier ...

Now, Sula Vineyards brings Indian wines for passengers aboard IndiGo’s wide-body aircraft

4Mar

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Now, Sula Vineyards brings Indian wines for passengers aboard IndiGo’s wide-body aircraft

New Delhi, March 04, 2025.Passengers flying on the Delhi–Bangkok–Delhi route aboard IndiGo’s newly-launched wide-body aircraft can now enjoy Sula’s wines, as Sula Vineyards has joined hands with low-cost Indian carrier as the official beverage partner.Starting March 1, this collaboration is a part of IndiGo’s commitment to bringing Indian flavours to the global platform, said the airlines.According to as release by IndiGo, the initiative offers an elevated travel experience to its international passengers with its specially curated beverage selection that features Sula’s signature Chenin Blanc and Red Zinfandel wines, both served in eco-friendly cans.Expressing his enthusiasm for the partnership, Rajeev Samant, CEO of Sula Vineyards, said: “This collaboration marks a signif...

Recording a Profit from Main Operations of 2.4 billion USD in 2024, Turkish Airlines shares its success with investors by announcing a cash dividend of 260 million USD.

4Mar

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Recording a Profit from Main Operations of 2.4 billion USD in 2024, Turkish Airlines shares its success with investors by announcing a cash dividend of 260 million USD.

Istanbul, March 2025.Outperforming industry averages in capacity, passenger numbers, and profitability over the past 20 years, Turkish Airlines reported a Profit from Main Operations of 2.4 billion USD in 2024 despite global geopolitical and economic tensions, bottlenecks in aircraft production, and engine issues. Accordingly, our Company maintained its consistent profitability under a challenging post-pandemic operating environment, reducing its net debt by 8.3 billion USD in just three years.Firmly advancing towards its 100th anniversary goals, Turkish Airlines demonstrates its dedication to sharing its success by announcing a cash dividend of 260 million USD and remains committed to investor returns with its current share buyback program.Turkish Airlines’ total revenue...

Turkish Airlines HolidaysExpands Globally

27Feb

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Turkish Airlines HolidaysExpands Globally

London, February, 2025.Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, has launched its comprehensive package holiday brand globally, offering travellers a seamless way to plan and book their trips in one place. The launch event held at The Peninsula London Hotel welcomed numerous distinguished guests from around the world, marking a strategic expansion for the brand.Holidaymakers can now arrange flights, hotels, tours, activities, car rentals, airport transfers, insurance and morethrough holidays.turkishairlines.comwith just a few clicks. Previously available only for outbound flights from Türkiye, Turkish Airlines Holidays has now expanded to key markets including the UK, Europe, South Korea, Mexico, Australia, and many more through strategic partners...

SpiceJet’s Q3 profits up ₹25 crore on strong passenger demand

26Feb

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SpiceJet’s Q3 profits up ₹25 crore on strong passenger demand

New Delhi, February 26, 2025.India's budget airline, SpiceJet, posted a consolidated net profit of ₹25 crore in the third quarter of FY25, recovering from a ₹301 crore loss in the same period last year.Revenue Decline & Quarterly GrowthSpiceJet’s operational revenue fell 35.35% YoY to ₹1,231 crore in Q3, compared to ₹1,904 crore in Q3 FY24.However, revenue increased 35.12% QoQ from ₹911 crore in Q2 FY25.“Total revenue surged by 35% to ₹1,651 crore, driven by strong passenger demand, improved yields and enhanced operational efficiency. Passenger Load Factor (PLF) stood at an impressive 87%,” the airline said in a release.

REET candidates can travel in roadways buses for free

26Feb

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REET candidates can travel in roadways buses for free

Jaipur, February 26, 2025.Candidates appearing for REET exam in Rajasthan will be able to travel for free in roadways buses for five days, which includes two days before the exam and two days after the exam. To avail the facility, candidates will need to show their admit card, said officials."If a candidate's exam is on Feb 27, they will be able to travel for free from Feb 25 till March 1. If a candidate's exam is on Feb 28, they will be able to avail of the facility between Feb 26 and March 2. This facility will be given to the candidates only in the Blue Line buses of roadways," said officials.Due to the high number of candidates appearing for the exam, special trains between Jodhpur-Gwalior-Dhehar Ke Balaji will run on Feb 26 and Feb 27. The trains will have a total of 22 co...

Nearly 50% of Palace on Wheels trips cancelled

26Feb

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Nearly 50% of Palace on Wheels trips cancelled

Jaipur, February 26,2025.Perhaps for the first time in luxury train Palace on Wheels' 43-year history, out of 32 scheduled trips from Sept 27 last year to April 2, 15 journeys have already been cancelled due to inadequate tourist numbers, including the one on Wednesday, Feb 26. The passenger demographic for the train comprises 95% foreigners and 5% Indians.Bhagat Singh Lohagarh, O&M operator of Palace on Wheels, verified this, and suggested that negative narratives about India have led to a decline in foreign tourist arrivals. Nevertheless, he said, Dec and Jan journeys operated at full capacity.Yogendra Faujdar, an operating officer for the train, said more than 12 journeys required cancellation due to not enough foreign tourists. He attributed this to multiple internation...

South African Airways Cargo Appoints Zeal Global Group as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in India

26Feb

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South African Airways Cargo Appoints Zeal Global Group as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in India

Johannesburg [South Africa], February 26, 2025.South African Airways (SAA) Cargo has appointed Zeal Global Group as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in India. Effective from July 1, 2024, this strategic partnership aims to strengthen South African Airways Cargo’s position in India. The recent restart of South African Airways s’ Australia-Perth route underscores the importance of the Asian market, particularly India. Zeal Global Group, a young aviation company founded in 2014, has a significant presence in key Indian cities through its passenger and cargo GSA operations. Mr Nipun Anand, Director at Zeal Global Group, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting South African Airways’s impeccable record in Asian markets. The collaboration is expected to benefit bo...

Skyscanner Launches New DROPS Feature, Makes Snagging Flight Deals Easier Than Ever

26Feb

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Skyscanner Launches New DROPS Feature, Makes Snagging Flight Deals Easier Than Ever

New Delhi, February 26, 2025.Leading global travel app, Skyscanner, which scours more than 80 billion prices daily, has announced the launch of a new app-exclusive feature, DROPS, accessible to users in Hindi and English. Designed to inspire and help travellers find the best flight deals for their 2025 trips, travellers can discover flights that have seen price drops of over 20% compared to their lowest point in the last 7 days with this latest feature.According to Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2025 Report, cost remains a key factor for value-conscious Indians, with 62% stating that flight prices play a crucial role in their decision-making process. Skyscanner’s new feature offers a smart way to discover and secure the best deals.By logging in to the Skyscanner app, travell...