Thailand ends visa-free entry for India; cuts stay for 92 other countries. Check full listThailand has revoked its 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers, moving India to the Visa on Arrival category. This change, affecting ...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Dollar pressure, PM’s appeal may shift Indian tourists towards domestic travel: Atul ThakkarIndian outbound travel may see a temporary slowdown due to rising currency pressures and recent government remarks, prompting travellers to...
12 May, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Maldives repays second $50 million Indian treasury bill: MuizzuThe Maldives has made a significant payment to India, settling a USD 50 million treasury bill. This move aims to reduce the nation's extern...
11 May, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
India summer travel shock: Flight tickets to Europe, Leh, Singapore see massive surgeIndian travellers are seeing airfares soar by 40-50% on many routes. This surge is driven by rising jet fuel costs and fewer available seat...
08 May, 2026, 06.36 AM IST
India's healthcare expansion faces a critical talent crunch, says Alisha MoopenAster DM Healthcare is gearing up for a significant upgrade, targeting a capacity of 15,000 beds by the fiscal year 2029. With plans driven...
01 May, 2026, 09.44 PM IST
As Male faces stress, India weighs currency swap extensionIndia is reviewing the Maldives' plea for an extended currency swap facility. The island nation faces significant economic strain, compound...
18 Apr, 2026, 11.18 PM IST
Maldives aims to attract more Indian tourists; plans to expand flight services from IndiaMaldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, is planning to expand its operations in India, aiming to attract 2 lakh Indian tourists. T...
28 Mar, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
Maldives discusses tourism sector prospects with IndiaIndia and the Maldives discuss tourism investment opportunities in Baresdhoo and Gaadhoo in Laamu Atoll. Following a reset in relations, Ma...
25 Oct, 2024, 06.47 PM IST
Maldives urges Indians to 'be a part' of its tourism, says country's economy 'depends' on itTourism Minister Faisal urges Indian support amid declining tourist numbers in Maldives. Backlash over derogatory remarks on social media l...
06 May, 2024, 07.58 PM IST
Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists backAs the number of Indian tourists to the Maldives continues to decline, the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO...
11 Apr, 2024, 09.59 PM IST
Indian tourists shun the Maldives; industry feels the pinch: ReportsIndian tourists are avoiding the Maldives following social media controversies, causing a significant drop in tourist arrivals from India a...
14 Mar, 2024, 03.25 PM IST
Amidst diplomatic row, China displaces India as largest tourism market for MaldivesChina has overtaken Indian tourists visiting the Maldives, according to official figures from the Maldivian Ministry of Tourism. As of Febr...
05 Feb, 2024, 09.30 PM IST
As 'Boycott Maldives' trend rages, tourism companies extend 'sincere apology' to IndiaSeeking rapprochement of relations with India to avert a "potential adverse impact" on tourism that is the lifeblood of the archipelago, th...
09 Jan, 2024, 11.46 PM IST
Maldives govt comes down heavily on “India Out” slogan, reaffirms ties with Delhi“The strong bilateral relationship between the Maldives and India is based on shared historical and cultural ties, matched by dynamic peopl...
18 Nov, 2021, 08.18 AM IST
India-Maldives air bubble, first in South Asia, likely to be operational next weekRegular air services between India and the Maldives were suspended during the previous months due to COVID-19. While there are more than 24...
21 Aug, 2020, 10.04 AM IST
India-Maldives air bubble, first in South Asia, likely to be operational next weekThe Maldives is known for its white sand beaches, turquoise blue lagoons and rich marine life. The disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic...
21 Aug, 2020, 10.00 AM IST
Travel buzz: News this season in a capsuleGoa's beaches in Asia's top 10 survey. India & Maldives to strengthen ties. And VOA for Japanese tourists in India.
10 Mar, 2016, 10.21 AM IST