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

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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

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

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

Hundreds Safely Evacuated After Gulmarg Gondola Service Stops Mid-Air Gulmarg Gondola Stops Mid-Air Hundreds of tourists faced tense moments in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gulmarg on Monday, May 25, 2026, after a technical snag halted the famous Gulmarg Gondola cable car service. Several cabins reportedly stopped mid-air while visitors were onboard, creating panic at the popular hill destination. Officials said both phases of the Gondola service were suspende