Flyers can now switch on their mobile phones the moment their aircraft lands at any Indian airport and exits the active runway. ... Read more

The project will be developed under PPP model on design-finance-build-operate-transfer basis. ... Read more

At the Fifth International Meeting on Silk Road held recently in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, over 250 representatives from 26 countries took the first step towards adopting a new Silk Road Action Plan. ... Read more

Air India Express will not operate its flights for Haj pilgrims from Mangalore this year. ... Read more

Unfortunately, while the Indian skies have opened for foreign carriers, the reverse has not happened. The government does not allow domestic airlines to fly abroad till they complete five years of domestic operations. ... Read more

India has proven its credentials as a top travel destination, taking away the title of "Asia's Leading Destination" at the World Travel Awards Ceremony. ... Read more

The airline would require Rs 3,000-Rs 4,000 crore annually to pay off its debt, which is primarily on account of aircraft induction, according to an official estimation. ... Read more

Tourism Ministers and private sector experts will devise business models and public policies best suited for fostering tourism growth. ... Read more

Formally taking charge on November 15, 2010 Scowsill will continue the organisation's work to raise awareness of the importance of travel and tourism and its USD 5.8 trillion value to the global economy. ... Read more

The number of Visas issued under this scheme, during January-September 2010 for nationals of the five countries were: Singapore (1,420), New Zealand (1,117), Japan (980), Finland (934) and Luxembourg (42). ... Read more