As Cabinet-rank envoy takes charge, India reopens tourist visas for Bangladesh nationalsIndia will resume accepting tourist visa applications from Bangladeshi citizens starting June 28, announced High Commissioner Dinesh Trived...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.13 AM IST
Passport is travel document, was never citizenship proof: MEAIndia's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.50 PM IST
Germany cuts cost of travel protection fund for tour firmsGermany is significantly slashing costs for protecting package holidays against tour operator failures. Effective November 1, fees for the ...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Travelling to Indonesia? Here's what Indian tourists need to knowIndian travellers heading to Indonesia must ensure all entry documents are in order, as immigration authorities can deny entry. The Consula...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Venice may hike visitor entry fee to €50 to curb overtourismVenice's new mayor, Simone Venturini, proposes a significant hike in the city's controversial entrance fee, potentially reaching €50 on pea...
21 Jun, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
FIFA 2026 - How a warm World Cup welcome is endearing the US to fansInitial skepticism about the U.S. co-hosting the World Cup is giving way to positive experiences for international fans. Discoveries of Ame...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Japan to increase visa fees for foreign visitors from July 1Japan is set to significantly hike visa fees for foreigners starting July 1, the first change in 48 years. Single-entry visas will jump fro...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
‘What would you do on a Saturday night in Boston?’ Ex US diplomat explains why this F-1 visa question mattersUS visa officers may ask unexpected questions, like how an applicant would spend a Saturday night in a city like Boston to gauge preparedne...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
Planning a Germany trip? Here's how to apply for a Schengen visaIndian citizens planning a trip to Germany require a Schengen visa for short stays. The application involves submitting documents like a pa...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
Phuket Airport launches e-gates for faster immigration clearancePhuket International Airport has introduced automated immigration gates for arriving international passengers, a first for Thailand. The ai...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
PM Modi, Macron discuss expansion of India's UPI in France, sign 19 pactsPrime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron met and signed 19 agreements. Discussions covered AI, innovation, trade, ...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
Planning a Thailand vacation? Check visa requirements, best time to visit and moreThailand is a popular destination for Indian travelers, but entry requirements are changing in 2026. The visa-free entry scheme for Indian ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
US cracks down on 'birth tourism' networks, revokes hundreds of visasThe US has dismantled overseas "birth tourism" networks, revoking hundreds of visas for foreign nationals who traveled to give birth and se...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
Tourism and hotel sector stocks: Time for a correction in business? Are analysts getting it wrong? 15 stocks from the ecosystemThe Indian hotel and tourism ecosystem has benefitted from the post-Covid travel urge. Occupancies were high, room rates firm, supply is, i...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
'Not enough ties to...': Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia entrepreneur denied US visa despite building company with 100+ employeesSwapnil Srivastav, an Asian entrepreneur, was not given a US tourist visa despite building a successful venture-backed startup employing ov...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.18 AM IST
US to offer B1/B2 visa interview appointments within 10 days for additional $750 feeThe US State Department will launch a pilot programme from July 1 allowing certain consulates to offer B1/B2 visa applicants interview appo...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Thailand to launch new app allowing foreign travellers to register before arrivalThailand is introducing a new mobile application for foreign visitors. This app will allow travelers to submit their arrival details before...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST