The United States has issued a fresh security alert urging its citizens not to travel to Iran for any reason and advising Americans already in the country to leave immediately as tensions rise across West Asia. The US Virtual Embassy in Iran said the regional security situation remained complex and could deteriorate rapidly. It warned travellers about possible flight cancellations, sudden airspace closures, changes at lan

Chatsworth, Los Angeles | NBC4’s NewsChopper4 crashed near a commercial building, killing at least three people and injuring one. NBC News Helicopter Crashes in Los Angeles, Three Dead An NBC television news helicopter crashed and burst into flames in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday evening, killing at least three people as its crew covered ano

Mecca, Saudi Arabia | Saudi authorities said a Houthi drone was destroyed south of Mecca, while the group rejected the allegation. Saudi Says Houthi Drone Intercepted Near Mecca Amid Alert Saudi Arabia has accused Yemen’s Houthi movement of launching a drone towards Mecca, saying its air-defence forces intercepted and destroyed the aircraft before it entered restric

Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and several other Indonesian airports extended flight suspensions until at least 6:00 PM local time on Monday. Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau has disrupted thousands of flights and affected more than 270,000 passengers. Jakarta Airport Closure Extended Until Monday Evening Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Indonesia’s primary international aviation hub, extended

Uzbekistan announced visa-free stays of up to 30 days for Indian citizens. The implementation date and detailed entry rules are still awaited, so travellers should verify requirements before departure. Uzbekistan has announced a 30-day visa-free entry facility for Indian passport holders, opening the way for easier tourism, business travel and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Uzbek President

Chennai, Tamil Nadu: TNSTC will operate additional buses from August 27 to 30 to manage increased travel during the weekend and wedding season. TNSTC Special Buses From Chennai Announced For Weekend Rush The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation has announced additional bus services from Chennai and other major cities between August 27 and August 30. The special arrangements are intended to accommod

Thursday, August 27, 2026: Women can travel free throughout the day on all eligible Ama Bus services operated by CRUT. Bhubaneswar, Odisha: The offer covers seven cities and is expected to benefit nearly one lakh women passengers. Free Ama Bus Travel Available Throughout August 27 BHUBANESWAR: Women can travel without paying a fare on all Ama Bus services operating across seven major Odisha cities on Thursday, August 27, under a special initiative ann

Tiruchy airport begins domestic cargo operations Domestic cargo operations have commenced at the passenger terminal of Tiruchy International Airport, opening a new air-freight option for businesses and traders in the region. The service began on Tuesday after the airport received final security vetting approval from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, or BCAS. The approval allows domestic cargo handling to start before a dedicated cargo terminal is developed a

The civil aviation ministry has proposed leasing 11 Airports Authority of India airports to private concessionaires under a public-private partnership model. The airports, including Varanasi and Tirupati, would be grouped into five bundles and offered for 50-year concession periods. The proposal has received in-principle approval from the Public Private Partnership Appraisal Committee. The estimated investment by selected concessionaires is pegged at Rs 8,622 crore.

Indian Railways is accelerating its Vande Bharat expansion as rising passenger numbers and stronger financial performance in premium AC categories create a compelling case for modern, higher-value rail services. Nearly 3.98 crore passengers travelled on Vande Bharat trains during FY2025-26, representing a 34% increase over the previous financial year. The growth suggests passengers are increasingly willing to pay more for faster journeys, improved comfort and modern amenities. With

IRCTC has announced a five-night, six-day Singapore-Malaysia international tour from Kolkata, scheduled from October 28 to November 2, 2026, with an adult double-sharing fare of ₹1,09,930 per person. IRCTC Singapore Malaysia Tour From Kolkata The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has introduced a Singapore and Malaysia holiday package for travellers l

The Centre has disclosed that expenditure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s overseas visits since 2021 has crossed ₹550 crore, with spending rising sharply after the pandemic. Foreign travel expenses in 2026 have already crossed ₹74.58 crore, while the Norway visit emerged as the costliest trip recorded so far this year. The Union government has disclosed fresh details of expenditure incurred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign visits, putting the

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Thailand 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indians Retained in 2026 Thailand’s 30-day visa-free entry for Indians will continue under the country’s revised 2026 travel policy. However, Indian passport holders will now be permitted to stay without a visa for a maximum of 30 days instead of the earlier 60-day period. The decision offers relief to Indian tourists after uncertainty over whether Thailand would completely remove India from its visa-exemption prog

Andhra Pradesh Plans India’s First AI-Powered Tourism Push With NiVU AI July 7, 2026: Andhra Pradesh is preparing to become what the state government has described as India’s first AI-powered tourism state, with the rollout of the NiVU AI platform across major tourist destinations. Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh stated that the initiative is part of the state’s broader Swarna Andhra Vision-2047 plan, aiming to make travel more interactive, m