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Istanbul Airport has created history in European aviation. On April 17, it became the first airport in Europe to begin Triple Independent Runway Operations. This means three aircraft can now take off at the same time, using separate runways. The system was launched with three Turkish Airlines flights taking off simultaneously. This major shift strengthens Türkiye’s position in global aviation. It confirms Istanbul’s role as a key international air travel hub. The event also reflects the advanced technical capacity of Türkiye’s aviation sector. With this upgrade, the airport has increased its hourly flight capacity. It can now handle 148 aircraft…

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued a public alert regarding online booking scams that primarily target religious pilgrims and tourists across India. These fraudulent activities are being carried out through fake websites, deceptive social media profiles, and misleading advertisements on search engines like Google. The scams typically involve the creation of counterfeit websites and social media accounts that appear professional and legitimate. These platforms offer various services such as: Victims, often unaware of the fraudulent nature of these platforms, make payments for services like helicopter bookings or travel packages. However,…

Turkish airlines extends stopover perks with more hotel nights in Istanbul Turkish Airlines has expanded its Stopover in Istanbul programme, offering longer complimentary stays for travellers transiting through Türkiye’s cultural capital. This enhancement is now available for select countries, with more expected to follow. Under the updated programme, Business Class passengers will receive up to three nights in a 5-star hotel, while Economy Class passengers are now entitled to two nights in a 4-star hotel. This is a significant upgrade from the previous offer of two and one night respectively. The extended accommodation is now available for eligible passengers travelling…

India’s First Onboard ATM Launched on Panchavati Express In a first for Indian Railways and possibly Asia, Central Railway has launched an ATM machine inside a moving train. The pilot installation was completed on the Mumbai-Manmad Panchavati Express this week, giving passengers access to cash on the go. The concept: ATM in transit The ATM is located inside one of the coaches of the Panchavati Express, a superfast daily train that runs between Mumbai CSMT and Manmad in Maharashtra. This initiative was developed in partnership with the India One ATM network, known for deploying white-label ATMs in underserved areas. The…

मुंबई से गोवा का रोड ट्रिप अब और भी रोमांचक और समय-बचाऊ बनने वाला है। केंद्र सरकार के अनुसार, मुंबई-गोवा हाईवे का निर्माण जून 2025 तक पूरा हो जाएगा। खास बात यह है कि यह हाईवे पूरी तरह टोल-फ्री होगा। इस हाई-वे के बन जाने के बाद मुंबई से गोवा की दूरी सिर्फ 6 घंटे में पूरी की जा सकेगी। अभी यह सफर लगभग 12 घंटे का है। 471 किलोमीटर लंबे इस हाईवे का नाम है नेशनल हाईवे 66 (NH-66), जिसे कोकण क्षेत्र के कई हिस्सों से होकर गुजारने की योजना है। दो दशक पुराना सपना अब होगा पूरा मुंबई-गोवा…

Sky High Stats: A Snapshot of Global and Indian Aviation Birth of the Airline Industry Global Aviation at a Glance India’s Aviation Boom Did You Know? Looking Ahead For over half a century, boarding a flight has followed a familiar drill—check in, print your boarding pass, show IDs at multiple counters, and shuffle through endless queues. But that era is drawing to a close. The future of flying is not just fast—it’s facial-recognition fast. And the old paper trail of air travel is about to vanish into the cloud. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a United Nations agency, is…

Vacations are here, and if you’re anything like most of us, you’re already thinking: “Where can I go without going through a visa hassle?” Well, here’s some good news — Indian passport holders can now visit several beautiful countries without applying for a visa in advance. Whether you’re dreaming of sunny beaches, tropical getaways, or short international trips, these visa-on-arrival destinations are perfect. This means no long queues at embassies, no last-minute document drama — just book, pack, and go! Here’s a detailed look at countries offering visa-on-arrival or visa-free access to Indian travellers in 2025. Maldives: Beach Bliss, Visa-Free…

Terminal 1 (T1) of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport reopened today after a nine-month closure. The terminal was shut in July 2023 following a canopy collapse that killed one person and injured several others. After structural repairs and safety checks, the terminal is back in operation. All domestic flight operations from Terminal 2 (T2) are being shifted to the newly renovated T1. Indigo and Akasa Air Move to T1 Two major domestic carriers, IndiGo and Akasa Air, have fully moved their flights to Terminal 1. Passengers flying with these airlines must now check in at T1. The shift is part…

The Indian Railways has officially clarified that there is no change in the Tatkal ticket booking timings, contrary to rumours circulating on social media. Over the past few days, several posts went viral claiming that the Tatkal timings for AC and non-AC classes had been changed. Many users even believed the change was effective from 15 April. The claims sparked panic and confusion among regular travellers and agents. IRCTC Puts Rumours to Rest On Thursday, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) released an official statement clarifying the matter. “There is no revision in Tatkal ticket booking timings. Please…

Preparations for the Amarnath Yatra 2025 have officially begun, with the annual pilgrimage scheduled to start on 3 July and end on 19 August. A national review meeting was recently held in Srinagar to ensure smooth coordination across departments and to guarantee safe passage for pilgrims journeying to the holy Amarnath cave. The high-level meeting, attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Jammu and Kashmir administration, and various health and security departments, focused on improving health services, logistics, and emergency response mechanisms along the yatra route. Focus on health and emergency support This year’s plan puts strong…