Thai AirAsia Launches Direct Flights to Chennai and Kolkata from Phuket
Thai AirAsia is expanding its network by introducing direct flights from Phuket to Chennai and Kolkata, effective October 27, 2024. This move marks a significant enhancement in the airline’s operations, connecting two major Indian cities with Thailand’s popular tourist destination.
Maldivian Enhances Distribution Network with Amadeus GDS and BSP India
Maldivian has expanded its distribution network by partnering with Amadeus Global Distribution System (Amadeus GDS), marking a significant step towards improving travel accessibility. Starting July 25, 2024, Maldivian joined the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP)
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh Arrives in India to Strengthen Trade and Investment
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrives in New Delhi today for a significant state visit aimed at enhancing trade and investment ties. This visit, occurring during Prime Minister Modi’s third term, follows the recent death of Nguyen Phu Trong,
Manu Bhaker Becomes the First Indian Female Athlete to Win Two Medals in a Single Olympic Games
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian female athlete to win two medals in a single Olympic Games. On July 30, 2024, Bhaker clinched a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed
IESA and SSIA Sign MoU to Enhance ESDM Ecosystem
The India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) and the Singapore Semiconductor Industries Association (SSIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster their electronics system design and manufacturing (ESDM) ecosystems. The agreement was formalized by Ang Wee Seng, Executive
UK Schoolgirl Wins Silver for Team India at EGOI
A 17-year-old schoolgirl from London, Aanya Goyal, secured a silver medal for Team India at the European Girls’ Olympiad in Informatics (EGOI) held in the Netherlands. This achievement marks India’s best performance at the event, with the team also earning
SalamAir to Launch Bengaluru-Muscat Flights
SalamAir, an Omani low-cost airline, is set to begin operations from Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The airline will start flights on the Bengaluru-Muscat route from September 6, offering new international connectivity for travelers. The inaugural flight will depart from
India to Restart Visa Issuance for Afghan Nationals
India’s Ministry of External Affairs announced the resumption of visa issuance for Afghan nationals, a move set to facilitate travel for Afghan students. This decision follows a letter from Afghan students seeking visas to continue their studies in India. Since
India and Japan Set $42 Billion Investment Target by 2027
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced a $42 billion investment target between India and Japan by 2027 during a press briefing in Tokyo. He emphasized the substantial growth in India-Japan relations over the past decade, highlighting the robust development in
India and Saudi Arabia Hold First High-Level Task Force Meeting on Investments
India and Saudi Arabia held the inaugural meeting of the High-Level Task Force on Investments on Sunday, exploring numerous investment opportunities across various sectors. The discussion focused on public and private sector investments, including refining and petrochemical plants, renewable energy,