Malaysia Airlines sets forward a new Commercial Elevation journey to expand its footprint to India with the commencement of three new services between Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Amritsar (ATQ), Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) and Ahmedabad (AMD) effective 8 November, 9 November and 1 December 2023 respectively. The expansion will bring Malaysia Airlines’ point-to-point connectivity from Kuala Lumpur to India to nine (9) key hubs, thereby providing passengers with enhanced options and flexibility for travel between the two countries. The airline currently operates direct flights to New Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kochi. The new routes will be operated by the Boeing…
Author: Prasenjit Chakraborty
The United Arab Emirates has created a federal authority to potentially run a national lottery and what it describes as “commercial gaming,” likely a sign that it is on the verge of allowing gambling as major casino operators flock to the Gulf Arab nation. The state-run WAM news agency carried an announcement on the creation of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, without offering many details about its structure or operations. It named Kevin Mullally as its CEO. Mullally once served as the executive director of the Missouri Gaming Commission, which oversaw that US state’s riverboat casinos. “I am delighted…
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1. He will succeed Raymond Lim as the India market lead based in New Delhi, leading STB’s promotion, and travel trade engagement activities in Northern and Eastern India to sustain and grow affinity for Singapore from leisure travellers. In addition, Kean Bon will be responsible for business development efforts to secure visitorship across India to Singapore in the Cruise and Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) segments. He will also lead his team in engaging consumers in other…
Air India Express unveiled the vision for the organisation that would be formed with the merger and integration with AIX Connect, currently operating as AirAsia India. The airline also charted the path forward, building on the key milestones already achieved as part of the Air India Group’s ongoing 5-year transformation journey, Vihaan.AI. The vision and key differentiators build on the shared brand purpose of Air India and Air India Express, ‘to transform a national institution into national inspiration’. Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express and AIX Connect, articulated the airline’s Vision ‘to inspire new possibilities and make meaningful connections…
Flash sale takes off for 100% discounted tickets on September 9, 2023 for 24 hours Vietjet, Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier airline has announced its 9.9 Flash Sale. This promotion offers millions of 100% discounted tickets on Vietjet’s entire domestic and international network. All one-way flights to and from India are starting at only INR 5,555 (including airport tax and surcharges) as part of this special promotion. This offer is available for a limited period on September 9, 2023, from 00:00 to 24:00 (GMT+7). “The travel period for this promotion spans from September 18, 2023 to March 31, 2024, giving passengers…
Space Matrix, a leading workplace design, and build company, recently executed a holistic workplace design revamp project for MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel company. The newly designed workspace sets new industry standards by infusing the very essence of the MakeMyTrip brand into every aspect of its spatial planning. The newly designed office, spanning an impressive 57,000 square feet, is located in Helios Business Park, Bangalore. It stands as a testament to the unique vision of MakeMyTrip and the innovative approach of Space Matrix. By embracing the concept of ‘brand destination,’ Space Matrix has created an immersive workspace that reflects the…
The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chennai, India, launched its new and spacious visa application centres in Chennai and Bengaluru from September 01 2023 for the convenience of travellers in that region. Travellers to South Korea from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Pondicherry, and Tamil Nadu will now be able to submit their applications with ease for all visa categories, including express visa applications, at these state-of-the-art South Korea visa application centres (KVACs) from Monday to Friday, 9AM to 1PM for individuals, 9AM to 12PM for travel agents, 10AM to 3PM for passport collection. Operated with assistance from…
IndiGo has commenced tri-weekly operations between North Goa (MOPA) and Abu Dhabi. The inaugural flight took off on September 02, 2023 from MOPA airport to Abu Dhabi. IndiGo seeks to bolster global connectivity while catering to the escalating travel demand between Goa and the Middle East through this newly launched route. Currently, IndiGo provides direct connectivity between five major Indian cities – Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kochi, and Hyderabad – and Abu Dhabi. This newly launched direct link will further enhance customer accessibility, offering more flight choices to the cosmopolitan capital of the United Arab Emirates. Speaking on the occasion, Vinay…
The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group has appointed Rajan Kalra as the Head of Sales (MICE) for the Mumbai region. With an impressive career spanning over 17 years, Kalra will assume responsibility for the development and execution of comprehensive sales strategies aimed at enhancing revenue, increasing visibility, and elevating the overall perception of the esteemed Lalit Hotels brand. In his new role, he will spearhead sales initiatives within the Mumbai region, driving substantial revenue growth across The Lalit Hotels portfolio. His extensive background in Sales and Marketing is underscored by a distinguished track record of consistently surpassing targets and forging robust…
In its move to mitigate predatory pricing, MEA tightens rules for selection of partners visas and consular service to the Indian diaspora and foreign visitors. Further, to make the service more robust, seamless and reliable, the MEA is committed to serve Indians migrating and foreigners visiting India with an overarching vision to strengthen India’s Image and reputation. The Indian Missions of the MEA are the first touch points for any international traveller coming into India – the Indian Citizen or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) and Foreigners (traveling to India) residing overseas. Jyoti Mayal, President, TAAI, said, “Ministry of External…
