Luxury Haj packages gain popularity among wealthy pilgrimsWealthy Haj pilgrims are increasingly opting for luxury Haj packages that offer five-star hotels near Haram Sharif, premium transport, upgr...
10 May, 2026, 01.44 PM IST
India–New Zealand sign 'once-in-a-generation' FTAIndia and New Zealand signed a “once-in-a-generation” free trade agreement on Monday that gives New Delhi duty-free access to 100% of tarif...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
EY, FICCI urge govt to reduce GST rate to 9% on hotel rooms priced above Rs 7,500 per nightA joint report by EY and FICCI suggests lowering the GST on luxury hotel rooms to 9%. This move aims to make India a more competitive touri...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Iranians have long sought work and relative stability in Turkey; the war could force some to returnIranians in Turkey are struggling with visa renewals and economic difficulties. A regional war and sanctions have worsened their situation....
22 Apr, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
BJP-led govt’s constitutional amendment bill for women quota in Parliament fails Lok Sabha testParliament rejected a bill to implement 33% women's reservation by 2029, requiring an expansion of Lok Sabha seats. The government blamed o...
18 Apr, 2026, 08.15 AM IST
Sleeping pods introduced at Vizag railway station to meet growing demand for stayWaltair Division of East Coast Railway Zone has introduced sleeping pods at Visakhapatnam railway station, a first-of-its-kind initiative. ...
12 Jul, 2025, 09.51 AM IST
Flying to the UAE? Dubai, Abu Dhabi increase checks to prevent misuse of tourist visasStricter immigration checks at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports now require visitors to show proof of ₹60,000 in their bank account or a credit...
26 May, 2024, 09.45 AM IST
Mother's Day wanderlust: Travel tips for senior women exploring the world soloAs Mother's Day approaches, it's a perfect time to honor the influential women in our lives. Beyond traditional gifts, it's an opportunity ...
10 May, 2024, 04.51 PM IST
Indian women hosts collectively earned over Rs 200 crore in 2023, says AirbnbThe company said Goa, Bengaluru, Delhi, Pune, Dehradun and Jaipur were the most preferred domestic destinations by its female guests in 202...
05 Mar, 2024, 10.48 PM IST
Oyo announces partnership with Adventure Women to support solo female travelAdventure Women India empanels travel industry players like tour operators and hotels and offers its members the ability to choose their tr...
10 Nov, 2022, 02.58 PM IST
Railways decides to reserve six-more berths for women in AC 3-tierThe quota is in addition to a combined quota of four lower berths per coach allotted in AC 3-tier for senior citizens, female passengers ab...
04 Dec, 2018, 06.18 PM IST
Skill India partners with Airbnb to upskill hospitality entrepreneursUnder the terms of the MoU, the parties agreed to establish occupation standards and competency matrices for job roles and develop the cour...
28 Nov, 2017, 06.46 PM IST
For travellers these startup hostels offer home-stay experience with like-minded peopleThese hostels provide facilities like free internet, tea and coffee, a fully equipped community kitchen, washing machine and a clean bed to...
20 Aug, 2016, 03.13 AM IST
Eight things Indian women travellers want on their vacationGone are the days when women used to tag along with their family for an annual vacation. Today, women are comfortable venturing out on thei...
08 Mar, 2016, 12.49 PM IST
Railways extends quota for senior citizens, females, pregnant womenIn a relief to senior citizens, female passengers above the age of 45 and pregnant women, the Railways today decided to increase the lower-...
07 Oct, 2015, 09.36 PM IST
OYO WE: Budget hotels marketplace OYO Rooms launches exclusive brand for womenOYO Rooms has launched a new brand called OYO WE, a Women’s Exclusive for women travellers with all-women staff and special amenities for w...
15 Sep, 2015, 10.44 AM IST
Kerala to have 24x7 women help-deskA 24x7 women help-desk, ensuring safe and comfortable stay for women who arrive in the city especially during late night hours, will start ...
28 Feb, 2014, 01.25 PM IST