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

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: MEA Warns Pilgrims Over Missing Travel Documents The Ministry of External Affairs has advised Indian citizens not to begin the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra unless they have obtained all required travel documents for the complete journey. The advisory was issued after the ministry received assistance requests from Indian pilgrims who were stranded in Nepal while travelling for the yatra through private tour operators. According to th

New Delhi, June 26: Passport applicants in India will have to pay higher fees from July 1, 2026, as the government has revised charges for fresh passports, reissues and replacement of lost or damaged passports. Under the revised rules, a fresh or reissued ordinary 36-page passport will cost Rs 2,500, while the Tatkal fee for the same category has been increased to Rs 5,000. Passport Fees Revised From Jul

Europe Flight Disruptions: 189 Flights Cancelled, Over 2,200 Delayed Across Major Airports Air travellers across Europe faced fresh disruption as several major airports reported widespread delays and cancellations, affecting passengers in Spain, Germany, England, the Netherlands, Ireland, Scotland, and other parts of the continent. According to travel disruption reports, around 1

Singapore Tops 2026 Passport Index, India Rises To 80th Rank Singapore leads the 2026 passport ranking with access to 192 destinations, while India moves up to 80th as global citizenship proof rules continue to differ.   Singapore Tops 2026 Passport Index As India Moves Up; Citizenship Proof Rules Differ Globally A passport is often seen as a simple travel document, but it also reflects

Meghalaya Living Root Bridges: Trees Turned Into Natural Bridges In Meghalaya, some bridges are not built with cement, iron, or steel. They are grown patiently from the roots of trees. These remarkable structures, known as living root bridges, are among the most unique examples of natural engineering in India. The idea has once again caught attention through

Top Places To See Northern Lights In 2026 From Norway to Canada, these aurora destinations offer some of the best chances to witness the Northern Lights. The Northern Lights continue to remain one of the world’s most beautiful travel experiences, attracting skywatchers to cold, dark, and remote destinations. Also known as aurora borealis, this colourful natural display appears when charged particles from the Sun interact with Earth’s atmosphere, crea

Indian Embassy Advises Citizens To Avoid Iran Travel Amid Rising Tensions India has advised its citizens to avoid travelling to Iran and asked Indians already there to leave as Israel-Iran tensions escalate. India Issues Fresh Iran Travel Advisory India has issued a fresh travel advisory for its citizens amid rising tensions in West Asia. The Indian Embassy in Tehran h

IndiGo has temporarily paused flights to six international destinations as the airline adjusts part of its overseas network due to weak demand, higher costs and airspace-related pressure.   IndiGo Pauses Six Overseas Routes IndiGo has announced a temporary suspension of flights to six international destinations, affecting passengers planning trips to parts of Southeast Asia and China. The airline will pause services to La

Indian Killed In Kuwait Airport Attack As Flights Face Major Disruption An Indian national was killed after a reported Iranian drone attack hit Kuwait airport, forcing flight suspensions and raising fresh travel concerns. An Indian national was killed after a reported Iranian drone attack hit Kuwait International Airport, pushing Gulf travel into fresh uncertainty on June 3, 2026.