Middle East tensions: Air India temporarily stops flights to Europe, 5 destinations in US, Canada

With Iran launching a missile attack on a US airbase in Qatar, tensions have mounted in the Gulf region, and a few countries, including Qatar, have cl...

US visa applicants must make social media accounts public for screening

In a post on X, the official handle of the U.S. Embassy in India (@USAndIndia) shared the announcement stating, "Every visa adjudication is a national...

Vaidam Health acquires MediJourney from Ferns N Petals to boost global medical tourism outreach

Vaidam Health has acquired MediJourney, a digital-first medical tourism platform incubated by Ferns N Petals, in an all-cash deal. The acquisition aim...

Surging travel in Europe spikes concerns over tourism's drawbacks

Europe faces challenges due to a surge in tourism. Popular destinations like Barcelona and Venice are struggling with overcrowding. This strains housi...

Aviation oversight revamp: DGCA rolls out '360-degree' special audits; multi-disciplinary teams to inspect airlines, airports, MROs

Following recent accidents exposing safety gaps, the DGCA introduces a special-audit framework for India's aviation sector. This initiative replaces s...

Airlines weigh Middle East cancellations after US strikes in Iran strand thousands

Global airlines are reassessing Middle East routes. This follows US action in Iran. Singapore Airlines cancelled Dubai flights. Air France KLM also ca...

Air India crash risks fueling up to 30% jump in insurance premiums

Air India's recent crash is set to impact airline insurance costs. Indian insurers anticipate premium hikes of up to 30 percent. This increase covers ...

VFS Global partners with Rayad Group to offer immigration advisory in India

VFS Global's ETM Services has partnered with the Rayad Group to expand immigration advisory services in India. The collaboration will see the launch ...

StarCruises Adds New Itineraries as Star Voyager Extends Hong Kong Homeport Through November

StarCruises has extended Star Voyager's Hong Kong deployment through 14 November 2025, announcing 24 additional sailings to meet growing demand. New ...

Sri Lanka Convention Bureau to host MICE roadshows in Hyderabad and Bengaluru

Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, in partnership with the Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai, will host MICE-focused roadshows in Hyderabad and Be...

US issues travel 'Worldwide Caution' travel advisory amid tensions in West Asia

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the US State Department has issued a worldwide caution advisory for American citizens abroad, citing travel dis...

Los Angeles Tourism unveils digital trade hub for Indian travel professionals

The Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board has launched a dedicated India Travel Trade Hub to support Indian travel advisors, tour operators and MICE ...