Travel

India has climbed five spots in the Henley Passport Index 2026, moving from 85th last year to 80th place, tied with Algeria. The ranking gives Indian passport holders visa-free access to 55 countries, reflecting steady progress in…
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In a move aimed at strengthening India–Germany ties, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday announced that Indian travellers will no longer require a transit visa at German airports. The announcement was made during Merz’s visit to…
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Visa applications have long been a source of anxiety for Indian travellers. The process often feels needlessly complex: confusing paperwork, arbitrary requirements, and long, uncertain waiting periods. But 2026 marks a quiet turning point.…
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The United States government has issued an urgent travel alert advising all American citizens in Venezuela to depart “immediately”, citing a rapidly deteriorating security situation and “fluid” conditions that pose serious risks to…
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Solo travel opens the door to unforgettable experiences, but safety remains a top priority—especially for women travelling alone. To help travellers plan with confidence, ECA International’s 2025–2026 Location Ratings report has identified…
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Several countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and India, have issued urgent travel advisories urging their citizens to avoid all travel to Iran, citing escalating political unrest and security risks. The…
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The US Embassy in India has issued a strong warning to applicants seeking B1/B2 visitor visas, urging them to clearly understand what they “are and are not allowed to do” while travelling to the United States. The advisory comes a day…
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श्री माता वैष्णो देवी के श्रद्धालुओं के लिए एक अहम खबर है। बुकिंग से जुड़े धोखाधड़ी के मामलों में बढ़ोतरी को देखते हुए श्री माता वैष्णो देवी श्राइन बोर्ड ने यात्रियों के लिए एडवाइजरी जारी की है। श्राइन बोर्ड ने श्रद्धालुओं से अपील की है कि…
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2025 marked a turning point for Visakhapatnam. From grabbing national attention with the upcoming Google Data Centre to tech majors like Cognizant setting up campuses and expanding investments, Vizag has firmly stepped into the spotlight.…
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The music is fading. The “‘Tis the season of jolly” zeal is ebbing too. Santas—secret or otherwise—have (mostly) wrapped up their duties, and the New Year is quietly settling in. As always, we do what we do best: wait eagerly, celebrate…
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