Dibrugarh in eastern Assam is now connected with Manipur capital Imphal with the commencement of a new flight. IndiGo flight 6E 7948 will connect Kolkata and Imphal with Dibrugarh, daily. It will take around 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach Imphal from Dibrugarh. The domestic carrier started the flight on Monday under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), an official statement said. Dibrugarh already has flights to Agartala (Tripura) and Dimapur (Nagaland), besides Guwahati. This is the third flight under the RCS to start its operations from Dibrugarh. The increase in the number of flights along with connections to various…
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At a time when the aviation sector is going through an all-time low owing to the pandemic, the Adani Group has formally taken over the management of the Mumbai International Airport from the controls of the GVK Group. With the addition of Mumbai airport, Adani Airport Holdings will now have control over 33% of India’s air cargo traffic. Adani Group will have 74% stake in Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, post the stake purchase transaction, with 50.5% being bought from GVK Group and 23.5% from minority partners including Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), and Bidvest Group. Adani Airport Holdings…
The State of Qatar has re-opened its borders to international travellers who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with vaccines that are approved for use by the Ministry of Public Health in Qatar. In order to visit Qatar – international visitors, citizens and residents – must register and upload required documentation such as a vaccination certificate, valid PCR test up to 72 hours prior to travel, and personal details through the ‘Ehteraz’ website (www.ehteraz.gov.qa). Travellers have to apply for the authorization through the ‘Ehteraz’ website (free of charge), at least 12 hours before their planned departure to Qatar. All in-bound…
You’re at the beach, relaxing, and just soaking up that awesome California sunshine when hunger pangs hit. Where do you go to find the best Santa Monica beach restaurants? What’s nearby? What about Santa Monica Pier restaurants? Well, we’re here to give you some outdoor dining options. By Breanna Wilson QUICK BITES For a place with history, grab an organic micro-roasted coffee and a bite at Dogtown Coffee. Located in an old surf shop, this is a popular cafe with locals. The menu comprises everything from breakfast burritos to salads and paninis, plus plenty of vegan and gluten-free options, including the option to make…
Hilton expands its DoubleTree by Hilton portfolio in India with the recent conversion of Hilton Garden Inn Gurgaon Baani Square to DoubleTree by Hilton Gurugram Baani Square. With this addition, there are 9 DoubleTree by Hilton properties in India. Guests will continue to experience exceptional hospitality, now with the DoubleTree signature warm welcome and the brand’s caring service from July 11th, 2021. DoubleTree by Hilton Gurugram Baani Square is owned by Baani Technology Services Pvt. Ltd. and managed by Hilton. “As we continue to find opportunities to deliver the light and warmth of hospitality in India, we remain committed to…
More than 10 million people were placed under fresh Covid-19 restrictions and a curfew in the Thai capital Monday, as the kingdom battled a surge of cases worsened by the highly infectious Alpha and Delta variants. Thailand has so far recorded more than 345,000 cases and 2,791 deaths — with the bulk of them coming in this latest wave that started in April. First detected in clubs frequented by the Thai elite and politicians at an upscale Bangkok nightlife district, the surge has been exacerbated by a slow vaccine rollout and limited testing capacity. “The situation is worrying,” said Health…
Authorities in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir have made a COVID-19 negative report and vaccine certificate mandatory for visitors to tourist places, including the famous resort of Pahalgam, in the district to prevent the resurgence of coronavirus, officials said on Sunday. The district administration of Anantnag in South Kashmir, which is home to several tourist spots and public parks, said the visitors to public parks and tourist spots will be permitted only upon producing vaccination certificates and COVID-negative reports to combat the spread of the virus, the officials said. As per an order issued by Additional District Magistrate, Chief…
Stressing that tourist bonanza, pilgrimage travel, religious fervour are needed, but can wait for a few more months, the Indian Medical Association (IMA), in a statement, said global evidence and the history of any pandemic suggest that “the third wave is inevitable and imminent”. The IMA expressed concern on Monday over governments and people being complacent and engaging in mass gatherings without following COVID-19 protocols, saying these events are potential super spreaders for a third wave of the pandemic. Stressing that tourist bonanza, pilgrimage travel, religious fervour are needed, but can wait for a few more months, the Indian Medical…
Heritance Aarah and Adaaran Resorts, situated in the luscious paradise atolls in the Maldives, take pride in announcing that 90% of its ground staff at the resorts is vaccinated with both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. This is in line with the heightened health and safety practices adhered to as part of Aitken Spence Hotels. The Aitken Spence Group believes that the well-being of its guests and associates is of paramount importance. Collectively, the hospitality brand has taken stringent measures to enact elevated precautionary operational protocols that address heightened health and safety, to give their guests peace of mind regarding…
MakeMyTrip (MMT) has introduced a gamut of new features within its trains segment to offer more choices, flexibility and convenience to customers when booking a train journey on the platform. The feature Trip Guarantee has been designed to help passengers discover and book last-minute alternate travel and financing options in case the train ticket remains unconfirmed before chart preparation, during these uncertain times. The feature allows customers to upgrade their unconfirmed train ticket to opt for a fresh booking through flight, cab, bus or an alternate train journey for a future date. With Trip Guarantee, the company aims at easing…
