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Amal Tamara by Tamara launched in Alleppey, Kerala, India

Tamara group recently opened up its new wellness and Ayurveda property Amal Tamara in Alleppey. It boasts of 19 rooms divided into three different categories with modern amenities, aesthetic decor, and picturesque lake views offering both privacy and serenity. The hotel offers Ayurvedic programmes for immunity booster, anti-aging, among other chronic conditions, in consultation with […]

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Air India officially handed over to Tatas as disinvestment process completes and new board takes charge

It’s official! Air India has been handed over to the Tata Group after 67 years. The Tata group had founded Air India as Tata Airlines in October 1932. The government nationalised the airline in 1953. The formalities have been completed. The Air India disinvestment process is closed. The shares have been transferred to Talace Pvt […]

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India ranks among top 10 in cross-country travel index

India has been ranked among the top 10 countries for cross-country travel in an index of 118 countries by vacation homes aggregator Holidu. The index was compiled by taking into account a variety of factors deemed important for anyone planning a road trip, including attractions like the UNESCO World Heritage sites, wildlife, natural assets, range […]

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Over 75% of India’s adult population fully vaccinated against COVID-19

In a remarkable achievement for India, over 75 per cent of the country’s adult population is now fully vaccinated against COVID-19, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya informed on Sunday. The countrywide COVID-19 vaccination drive had started on January 16, 2021.

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Second international airport to be operational in Nepal from May 26

Nepal’s second international airport will start its operation in May, Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation said recently. Located in central Tarai, the airport is the gateway to the international pilgrimage destination of Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautam Buddha. The operation of the airport will open up new routes, options, and feasibility for flights in […]

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Sri Lanka: Emirates adds 5 more flights to Colombo, offering customers 26 weekly flights

Emirates has announced it will add five more flights to Sri Lanka, offering customers 26 weekly flights to Colombo, including a daily service from Male to Colombo. Starting from 10 February, the added services will offer customers more travel choices and flexibility to Sri Lanka’s commercial capital. The added services will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, […]

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amã Stays & Trails signs 13 new bungalows across India

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), the parent company managing Taj Hotels worldwide, recently announced the signing of 13 new amã Stays & Trails bungalows. With this, the brand is stepping into four new destinations – Chandigarh, Gurgaon, Kanha and Kochi. It is also adding another bungalow in Lonavala. amã Stays & Trails is a group of […]

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India extends suspension on scheduled international flights till February 28

The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in India has been extended till February 28, aviation regulator DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) has said. This restriction shall not apply to flights operating between India and approximately 40 countries under air bubble arrangements, all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the DGCA.

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Lufthansa resumes flights between Munich to Delhi

Lufthansa is resuming its scheduled service from Munich to Delhi following a break of more than a year. The service to the Indian capital will be operated three times a week with modern Airbus A350 long-haul aircraft. Departures from Bavaria’s aviation hub are scheduled for Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. In the coming summer schedule, Lufthansa […]

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announces first SeleQtions hotel in Kolkata

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), the parent company managing Taj Hotels worldwide, recently announced the opening of Raajkutir, an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Kolkata, West Bengal. The heritage-inspired hotel embodies the spirit of the Bengal renaissance, the company said. This is the company’s first SeleQtions branded hotel in the city. The property is a 33-key old-world […]

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SriLankan Airlines partners with American Airlines to enhance connectivity across North America and Europe

SriLankan Airlines has reestablished its codeshare arrangement with American Airlines, announced the airline recently. The arrangement which came about last month is expected to offer flyers enhanced connectivity and travel options across North America and Europe.  “This strategic partnership would allow the placement of the SriLankan Airlines’ code on American Airlines’ flights to US cities […]

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India imposes 7-day mandatory quarantine for all international arrivals

International travellers will need to quarantine for a week after landing in India and test on the eighth day, in new rules that came into effect from January 11, 2022 to tackle the Omicron-driven surge in Covid cases in the country. All passengers will have to go into hotel / home isolation for seven days […]

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Revised Guidelines for international travellers to India.

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Historic trans Bhutan trail set to open for first time in 60 years

The ultimate bucket-list adventure for those who love hiking is finally set to welcome visitors for the first time in 60 years. The Trans Bhutan Trail is a 250-mile historic pilgrimage trail running the length of the Buddhist country of Bhutan, a nation on the edge of the Himalayas famed for its breathtaking mountain vistas […]

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The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) proposes National Air Sports Policy to make India an air sporting hub

The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has come out with a draft National Air Sports policy (NASP) 2022 with the vision to make India one of the top destinations for air sports hubs in the world. As per an official release issued by the ministry recently, the policy seeks to leverage India’s potential for air sports […]

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India begins vaccinating children between 15-18 years of age

In the fight against Covid 19, India on 03rd January 2022 launched vaccination drive for children between 15-18 years age-groups. So far over 90 per cent adults have received the first dose and over 65 per cent of the eligible population has received both doses in India. Further, over 11 states/UTs in India have achieved […]

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Light and sound shows set up at five tourist places to promote tourism in Rajasthan, India

Light and sound shows were introduced at five tourist places in Rajasthan, including the state capital, to promote tourism in the state. Chief Minister of Rajasthan inaugurated light and sound show at Jai Niwas garden behind Govind Dev temple in Jaipur, Meera Bai memorial in Nagaur’s Merta town, Chittorgarh fort, Machkund in Dholpur and historic […]

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UNESCO recognises Kolkata’s Durga Puja as ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’.

UNESCO recently added Durga Puja in Kolkata to its 2021 list of Intangible Cultural Heritage, giving international recognition to one of the biggest religious festival of India. “Durga Puja is an annual festival celebrated in September or October, most notably in Kolkata, in West Bengal, but also in other parts of India and amongst the […]

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WelcomHeritage launches Cheetahgarh Resort & Spa in Bera, Rajasthan.

Keeping on the regality of the rustic charm and state-of-the-art hospitality, WelcomHeritage has launched Cheetahgarh Resort and Spa in Jawai region of Rajasthan. The property is spread across 20 acres of private estate housing which is also a homeland for leopards and is located at the quaint village called Bera, district Pali, Rajasthan. It is […]

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Switzerland gets direct flights from India again from January 10, 2022, as part of the air bubble agreement.

As SWISS expands its range of scheduled services and adds new destinations to its network, the airline will be restoring its services to Mumbai and Delhi. The routes were earlier suspended in view of the pandemic developments. Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) will finally be able to welcome passengers from / to India from January […]

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Scheduled international passenger flights from / to India to remain suspended till 31 January 2022

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has extended the suspension of international scheduled passenger flights till January 31, 2022. The decision to resume regular international flights from December 15, 2021 was put in abeyance in light of the evolving situation pertaining to the Omicron variant of Covid-19. While announcing the scrapping of the resumption, […]

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