Articles tagged with: travel

Somalia, Nepal and Palestine ranked above Pakistan in latest passport rankings

Islamabad, Jan 9: Pakistani passport continues to rank among the weakest in the world on the 2025 Henley Passport Index (HPI), which ranks all the world's passports according to the number of destinations they can access visa-free, and is based on exclusive Timatic data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).


No entry without polio vaccination certificate, Saudi Arabia tells Pakistani travellers

Islamabad, Jan 9: A polio vaccination certificate has been made mandatory for Pakistani citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia, the kingdom's civil aviation authority has announced.


Winter pilgrimage in Uttarakhand extended to 12 Months: CM Dhami

Dehradun, January 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the state's winter pilgrimage initiative has been extended to a year-round event.


India, Oman continue to work together in tourism sector: Oman's Tourism Minister

By Shafali Nigam, Muscat, January 9: Oman's Minister of Heritage and Tourism, Salim bin Mohammed Al Mahrouqi, expressed on Wednesday that India and Oman continue to work together in the tourism sector, facilitating easier movement and exchanges between the two nations.


Thailand receives over 35.5 million foreign tourists in 2024

Kyiv, Jan 8: Thailand received over 35.54 million foreign tourists in 2024, a rise of 26.27 per cent from a year earlier, thanks to eased entry rules and visa exemption measures, official data showed.


Himachal Pradesh: Tourists flock to Kufri hills after fresh snowfall

Shimla, January 7: After recent snowfall in the region, tourists from all over the country are flocking to the beautiful Kufri Hills to enjoy the winter wonderland. The snowfall, which began last night, has blanketed the surrounding areas in a pristine layer of white, attracting both nature lovers and adventure seekers.


Businessman granted permission to travel abroad by Delhi HC

New Delhi, January 7: The Delhi High Court has allowed Sameer Mahendru, a businessman embroiled in the Delhi Excise Policy case, to travel abroad. Justice Vikas Mahajan directed the trial court to release Mahendru's passport for his trip to Dubai, which is scheduled between January 9 and January 16, 2025.


TN transport dept to operate 5,736 special buses from Chennai for Pongal festival

Chennai, Jan 7: The Tamil Nadu Transport Department will operate 5,736 special buses from Chennai to various parts of the state between January 10 and 13 to manage the heavy rush during Pongal, the state’s biggest festival, which falls on January 15.


Several trains delayed as dense fog covers parts of North India

Varanasi, January 7: A thick layer of fog continues to cover many parts of North India, leading to train delays.


Major winter storm sweeps across US, causing travel disruptions

New York, Jan 7: Large parts of the US experienced extreme winter weather, including heavy snowfall, ice storm, and blizzard.


Bharat Gaurav special train between Rajasthan and Guwahati to offer a unique travel experience

Guwahati, Jan 5: In a bid to promote tourism, Indian Railways is operating a Bharat Gaurav special train between Rana Pratap Nagar in Rajasthan and Kamakhya in Guwahati, officials said here on Sunday.


Agra: Taj Mahal clears of fog; Varanasi records surge in winter tourists

Agra,January 6: The Taj Mahal, which had been veiled by thick fog over the past three days, experienced improved visibility this morning, allowing visitors to enjoy its iconic beauty under a lighter mist.


South Central Railway to operate 52 Sankranti special trains

Hyderabad, Jan 5: The South Central Railway will operate 52 additional special trains between various destinations to clear extra rush during Sankranti festival season.


No room for unmarried couples: Oyo explains check-in policy for partner hotels

New Delhi, Jan 5: As the controversy raged over Oyo's revised policy for partner hotels, directing them not to allow unmarried couples to check in, the hospitality major said on Sunday the initiative is aimed at providing a safe experience for families, students, business, religious, and solo travellers.


Kerala: Two Sabarimala devotees die in car accident in Kollam, three seriously injured

Kollam, January 5: Two people have died in a road accident after a car carrying Sabarimala devotees collided near Kerala's Chadayamangalam in Kollam district with a bus full of tourists, officials said.


Major winter storm disrupts travel, impacting over 60 million in US

Washington DC, January 5: Over 60 million people in the United States are bracing for the first major winter storm of 2025, according to the US National Weather Service (NWS).


Jammu-Kashmir: Bhaderwah's winter wonderland attracts tourists after heavy snowfall

Doda, January 5: Following the restoration of the Bhaderwah-Basholi-Pathankot National Highway, a large number of tourists have thronged to the Doda's Bhaderwah region of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the Guldanda meadow, after it received heavy snowfall.


Dense fog in Delhi-NCR affects over 160 flights, delays 50 trains

New Delhi, Jan 5: Dense fog enveloped Delhi-NCR on Sunday, reducing visibility and hitting flight and train operations.


Here's how Shilpa Shetty lights up London

Mumbai, Jan 5: Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty recently shared her stunning photographs from her London getaway.


Preity gives a peek into her getaway with hubby Gene in Uruguay

Mumbai, Jan 5: Actress Preity Zinta is currently enjoying her holiday in Uruguay with husband Gene Goodenough and even shared some glimpses of what her luxurious vacation looks like.


DXB set for record-breaking start to 2025 with 4.3m guests in 15 days

Dubai, January 4: Dubai International (DXB) is on track to welcome 4.3 million guests in the first 15 days of the year, setting the stage for its busiest January yet. Daily traffic is projected to peak on 3rd January, with over 311,000 guests expected.


'Sun, sand, you, me...' Preity Zinta embraces vacation bliss with husband and friends

Mumbai, January 4: Bollywood actor Preity Zinta is on vacation mode with her husband Gene Goodenough and close friends as they travel to beaches and exotic locations.


Dubai welcomes 16.79 million international tourists in 11 months

Dubai, January 3: Dubai welcomed 16.79 million international tourists during the first 11 months 2024 between January and November, an increase of 9 per cent compared to the same period last year when the number of international tourists reached 15.37 million.


Indian nationals who desire to travel to Mexico must look at these travel advisories, MEA Spokesperson

New Delhi, January 3: Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday that Indians must keep in mind the regulations of Mexico so as to avoid unpleasant experience at their airport.


Come away with me: Mira Kapoor enjoys romantic gateway with Shahid Kapoor in Maldives

Mumbai, January 2: Mira Kapoor has treated netizens with a glimpse of her romantic gateway with her husband and actor Shahid Kapoor in the Maldives.


Aviation ministry conducts consultations with all stakeholder to ensure preparedness for fog

New Delhi, January 1: To ensure preparedness for the fog season, Ministry of Civil Aviation conducted a series of consultations over the past two months with all stakeholders including airlines, security agencies and airport operators.


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