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Turkey’s cheap travel reputation is being undone by high costsTurkey's tourism sector is experiencing significant price increases for visitors. This makes the country less affordable compared to previo...
Pipelines and ports: Iran war spurs Gulf infrastructure investmentGulf nations are investing billions in infrastructure to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. Ports, pipelines, and railways are top priorities as ...
The 20 reforms that could take India to a $20 trillion economy by 2036: ReportIndia could reach a $20 trillion economy by 2036 with broad reforms. A 20-point agenda covers infrastructure, capital markets, and human ca...
Oman makes short trips easier with free 14-day tourist visaOman has introduced a free 14-day tourist visa for citizens of selected countries under new regulations aimed at boosting tourism. The visa...
FIFA World Cup’s hidden scorecard: What fans don’t see, economics doesFIFA World Cup 2026 is a fascinating economic case study, revealing how football markets mirror financial ones. Dynamic ticket pricing, dri...
How global scammers use US tech to fleece peopleIndian scammer Safeer Koorimannil reveals how AI from American tech giants fuels global fraud rings in Myanmar. Trafficked to a scam center...
Toasting with Indian whisky: On the house diplomats turning ambassadors of Desi single maltsIndian diplomats are increasingly championing domestic single malt whiskies abroad, transforming embassies into showcases for connoisseurs....
Indians lost Rs 136 crore in failed Schengen visas, with over 1.65 lakh applications rejected in 2024In 2024, Indian Schengen visa applicants faced significant hurdles, with over 1.65 lakh rejections leading to ₹136 crore in non-refundable ...
Travel portals report massive cancellations for Turkey, AzerbaijanIndian travel to Turkey and Azerbaijan has significantly declined due to public disapproval of their support for Pakistan during a recent c...
Indians spent over $400 million in Turkey and Azerbaijan in 2024, now cancelling trips after both nations supported PakistanFollowing Turkey and Azerbaijan's support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, Indian tourists are cancelling trips, causing bookings to ...
'Why do Indians travel to Europe via Pakistan-friendly Istanbul?' Calls grow to suspend flights, rethink ties with TurkeyAmidst growing concerns over Turkey's backing of Pakistan, voices in India are advocating for a strong response. Suggestions include suspen...
HealthTrip expects to clock $20 million revenues in FY23 on the back of government’s Heal in India initiativeThe company said the number of queries from foreign patients is expected to double and it could facilitate treatment for 50,000 internation...
Turkey-Pakistan strategic alliance may have implications for India in Af-PakPakistan is in the process of purchasing four Turkish-built MILGEM corvette ships from state-owned defense contractor ASFAT. It has also pl...
Dream of living in the middle of a vineyard? Buy a tiny house on wheels in Turkey at $17KThe tiny homes are the size of a small studio or a hotel room.
Leisure travellers turning to nations facing currency fallOver the last few months, there has been a weakening of South African Rand by 10%, Turkish Lira by over 60% and Indonesian Rupiah by 4-5%.
Punarnava Ayurveda to cash in on rise in Russian medical tourists to KeralaRussian medical tourists who were going mostly to Goa have now started to explore the ayurvedic facilities in Kerala.
Goa government spends Rs 6.20 crore on foreign trips for 2 ministers, 4 BJP MLAsThe state Tourism Minister Dilip Parulekar along with Industries Minister Mahadev Naik have travelled different countries to participate in...
Global medical tourism market to rise over $30 bn by 2019Global medical tourism market will rise to $32.5 billion by 2019 on account of rising healthcare costs in developed countries, like the US.
As international tourism proving to be recession-proof, India cannot ignore its potentialIndia should follow the example of Turkey and Egypt that have emerged as among the top tourist attractions in recent years by adopting peop...
- Debt-hit Greece still spends billions on weapons
Greece is one of Europe's biggest weapons purchasers but despite its economic crisis cannot cut the multi-billion dollar bill without secur...