India’s air traffic is expected to rise about 15 per cent to 155 million passengers in 2023-24, despite the grounding of Go First, according to aviation advisory and research firm CAPA India. This projection is in line with the firm’s March 2023 estimate. Despite the sudden exit of Go First in May this year, the fact that there are 150+ aircraft still on the ground, and the worsening supply chain issues (in contrast to the improvement that was expected), domestic traffic in India has shown resilience, the advisory firm said in its latest aviation outlook report. “As of now, Indian…
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IndiGo has started using an AI chatbot that is helping in reducing customer service agents’ workload and making booking process simpler with the use of natural language conversations. “The AI bot boasts an impressive 1.7 trillion parameters, allowing it to answer a diverse range of commonly asked questions with ease,” the airline said. In a release, the carrier also said its data scientists did research on Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT) and programmed the bot using extensive prompt engineering to mimic human behaviour, respond to emotions and even infuse humour into interactions. “Early results from the soft launch indicate a remarkable…
Kashmir Secretary Tourism Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah has said that the Wular Lake, the second-largest freshwater lake in Asia, will be promoted as the premier tourism destination of Jammu and Kashmir. Kashmiri village women collect water chestnuts on their boats from the waters of Wular Lake at Bandipora. Water chestnuts are locally known as “singara” and are eaten raw, boiled or grounded into flour after being sun-dried. Talking to media persons after presiding over a public Darbar at Sumbal-Sonwari in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, Shah stressed that Wular Lake is on soon going to become a major tourist destination,…
In a strategic move to enhance the travel experience for their customers, Air France-KLM Group and Etihad Airways have officially launched a comprehensive two-way frequent flyer partnership. The collaboration, stemming from a Memorandum of Understanding signed in September, integrates the loyalty programmes of both airline groups. Effective immediately, members of Flying Blue, the loyalty program of Air France and KLM, and Etihad Guest, Etihad Airways’ loyalty program, can now seamlessly earn and redeem miles in either program when traveling with Air France, KLM, or Etihad. The reciprocal benefits for elite members, including the potential for mutual lounge access, will be…
After a hiatus of three years due to the global panndemic, the Kingdom of Bahrain, has opened its annual camping season on November 10 that will extend until February 2024. This event will be held against the backdrop of the vast landscapes of the Sakhir Desert, showcasing a celebration of nature, culture, and community. The Sakhir Desert, known for its serene ambiance, transforms into a safe and open space for various activities, from barbeques and bonfires to stargazing. The cool breeze of the winter season adds a refreshing touch to the camping experience, creating an ideal environment for making lasting…
At its Third Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels (CAAF/3) in Dubai last week, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) reaffirmed its dedication to industry-wide decarbonization, aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The organisation, along with its member states, adopted a new global framework focused on the acceptance of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), lower carbon aviation fuels (LCAF), and other greener energy sources. The agreed-upon goal is to reduce CO2 emissions in international aviation by The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions from international aviation by 2050. This commitment was made as…
At its Third Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels (CAAF/3) in Dubai last week, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) reaffirmed its dedication to industry-wide decarbonization, aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The organisation, along with its member states, adopted a new global framework focused on the acceptance of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), lower carbon aviation fuels (LCAF), and other greener energy sources. The agreed-upon goal is to reduce CO2 emissions in international aviation by 5 percent by 2030, compared with the non-use of these fuels. This initiative builds upon last year’s agreement at the ICAO Triennial Assembly,…
Ganesh Ghimire has been appointed as Branch Manager for Nepal Airlines Corporation, Mumbai station. He joined Nepal Airlines in 1994 and started his career as Marketing Assistant thereby climbing the ladders and has achieved the milestones of becoming a Corporate Department Manager in 2020 followed by Actg. Dy. Director, Corporate Department and Joint Spokesperson in 2022. In a span of over 3 decades, he has demonstrated a good record in overseeing customer service, air-travel security and safety along with organizational efficiency. He is focused on ensuring passenger safety and satisfaction and the profitable running of airline. He has developed corporate…
The Department of Tourism of Bhutan has announced that Bhutan’s two airlines, Drukair and Bhutan Airlines, have officially confirmed a decrease in flight prices for citizens of SAARC member nations intending to visit Bhutan. This promotion is to strengthen ties with neighbouring SAARC nations, and boost tourism and overall economic growth within Bhutan. The introduction of the SAARC fares came into effect on November 20, 2023, and the reduced fare is, on average, approximately 43 percent cheaper than other fares. The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was established in 1985, and comprises eight Member States: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan,…
Yatra Online, Inc. and Aramco Asia India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aramco, has signed an agreement to enhance corporate travel management services. Yatra Online, Inc., will extend its services to meet the diverse travel requirements of Aramco Asia India. This collaboration is rooted in Aramco Asia’s specific preferences and emphasizes Yatra’s dedication to delivering exceptional service, cost efficiency, and cutting-edge technology. Sabina Chopra, COO-Corporate Travel and Head – Industry Relations, Yatra Online Limited, said, “This partnership is a big step for us, and we’re excited to offer Aramco Asia our top- notch travel management services. With our ‘Yatra for…
