China updates visa application process for Indian travellers; removes service centre feesFrom November onwards, the visa application process for Indian travellers to China will see changes that must be followed. An online applic...
26 Oct, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
No swaying coconut palms, only towering rocky cliffs: Anand Mahindra is charmed by this Visakhapatnam beach. ‘I find this kind of raw beauty compelling.’Anand Mahindra has reignited his 'Sunday Wanderer' series by highlighting the stunning Gangavaram Beach located near Visakhapatnam. He prom...
25 Oct, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Lithuanian traveller tries Vande Bharat Express in India, says it was worth every penny but compares luggage rush to the Hunger Games and raises concerns over safety and cleanlinessKarisha and Kristina, two friends from Lithuania, are embarking on a month-long journey through India, documenting their experiences online...
25 Oct, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
India extends assistance to its nationals, especially Umrah pilgrims, stranded in Saudi ArabiaIndia has issued an advisory to assist its nationals in Saudi Arabia affected by ongoing flight cancellations. The Consulate General in Jed...
24 Oct, 2026, 10.15 PM IST
'Best roads in the world': Foreign traveller drives 2,500 km through Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat & Rajasthan; here’s what surprised himA foreign traveller has praised India's road network, saying the country now has “some of the best roads in the world” after completing a j...
24 Oct, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Indians remit $2.7 billion overseas in August, led by travelOutward remittances under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) stood at $2.7 billion, with travel accounting for the largest chunk. Indi...
24 Oct, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Akasa Air extends suspension of flights to Jeddah, Riyadh amid evolving security situation in Saudi ArabiaAkasa Air has announced the extension of its flight suspensions to Jeddah and Riyadh due to rising security concerns. The airline's decisio...
24 Oct, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
India advises nationals in France, Italy, Belgium to stay vigilant amid protestsIndian nationals in France, Italy and Belgium have been advised to remain vigilant during ongoing protests. The demonstrations in these cou...
23 Oct, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
Indian embassy issues safety advisory for citizens in France amid unrest, local curfewsIndian nationals in France are advised by the Embassy in Paris to stay alert and avoid protest areas. Localized curfews have been implement...
22 Oct, 2026, 06.38 AM IST
Australia’s new arrival control law raises questions for students and workers returning homeNew amendments grant the Minister for Home Affairs of Australia enforces visa-specific restrictions. Currently, these guidelines primarily ...
21 Oct, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
Indians travel more despite costly flights, hotel rates to jump 27% post-DiwaliTravel bookings are on the rise for the festive season, with significant demand reported by various companies. Average hotel rates are expe...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
Vietnam’s Sun PhuQuoc Airways to launch direct flights to AhmedabadSun PhuQuoc Airways is set to launch a direct flight service between Ahmedabad and Phu Quoc starting December 3. Initially, the airline pla...
20 Oct, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Thailand considers Rs 2,836 departure tax that could make trips costlier for Indian travellersThailand is contemplating a departure tax of 1,000 baht for travellers leaving the country and 450 baht for air arrivals. This proposal aim...
19 Oct, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Jemimah Rodrigues named Switzerland Tourism’s Friendship Ambassador for IndiaJemimah Rodrigues has been named the Friendship Ambassador by Switzerland Tourism to reach Indian travellers. As a prominent cricket player...
16 Oct, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
UK to introduce contactless airport eGates, making entry faster for travellersThe United Kingdom is implementing a new contactless airport entry system using facial recognition technology for British citizens. This sy...
15 Oct, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Puri, Ooty and Munnar emerge as festive travel hotspots as Indian searches surge for October-November holidays: AgodaAs the festive months of October and November approach, Indian travellers are increasingly opting to merge celebrations with getaways. Inte...
15 Oct, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
No Wi-Fi, more wellness: Indian travellers are rewriting their holiday plans for 2027Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2027 report identifies seven emerging travel trends among Indians, from wellness holidays and music-led trips to...
12 Oct, 2026, 05.49 PM IST