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Brazil’s government has extended exemptions to tourist visa requirements for citizens of the U.S., Australia and Canada until April 2025, extending a program aimed at boosting tourism that had been scheduled to end Wednesday

Delta Air Lines has reported a small first-quarter profit and says travel demand is strong heading into summer

Consumer inflation rose more than expected in March, boosted by gas, rents, auto insurance and other items, the government said Wednesday

ALSO READ: US stocks sink after inflation data, Treasury yields jump It stood by its forecast of full year earnings between $6 and $7 per share. The airline predicted that second quarter revenue will be 5 per cent to 7 per cent higher than a year ago. Excluding special items, it earned 45 cents per share, said Delta.

Wipro Ltd appoints company veteran Malay Joshi as the chief executive officer (CEO) of its largest and fastest-growing market, Americas 1, the company informed the stock exchanges. Joshi will succeed current Wipro CEO Srinivas Pallia, who headed the market unit from January 2021 until his promotion a few days back.

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has sought a timeline from airlines as to when they can implement the new pilot rest duty rules. DGCA’s move comes after the Delhi High Court, last week asked the regulator for a tentative date for implementation of the revised duty time norms for pilots. The court was hearing a writ petition filed by multiple pilot unions, challenging the DGCA rules on pilot’s duty hours. Prominent among them is a case filed by the Federation of Indian Pilots, which has more than 5,000 members.

Thomas Cook India and its group firm SOTC Travel have partnered with the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board to offer aerial darshans to Adi Kailash and Om Parvat, the company announced on Wednesday. The five-day spiritual tour has been launched at a price of Rs 90,000 per person — subsidized by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board. The base camp for the tour will be Pithoragarh, in Uttarakhand. The darshans will start from the second day onwards. On the day-2 of the trip Manokamna temple darshan will be organised and on day-3 onwards there will be Adi Kailash & Om Parvat darshan. Each batch of the five-day spiritual tour will consist of 14 persons.

«In addition to the benefits offered in the form of rewards or cashback, Rupay credit cards will also be enabled for UPI payments, making digital transactions more convenient for cardholders. However, linking credit cards to UPI is an added advantage and should not be the sole deciding factor for card selection. Consumers should consider the overall value-back offered in their preferred spending category before choosing a card. Linking credit cards to UPI certainly makes digital payments easier for the user; however, it could also increase the risk of overspending. Hence, cardholders must monitor their purchases regularly and spend only as much as they can afford to pay back on time,» explains Rohit Chhibbar, Head of Credit Cards Business, Paisabazaar. Also read: RuPay credit cards on UPI in HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, SBI and others: Annual fees, interest rate, key features

Bengaluru. The reason cited was his worn-out shirt, missing its top two buttons, as reported by a resident on social media. According to the social media post, the incident occurred on Sunday on the 'Green' line of the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited's (BMRCL) Namma Metro. The resident who witnessed the incident took to X (formerly Twitter) to express dismay, tagging the official BMRCL account and Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya. «Location Doddakallasandra metro. One more incident of cloth/attire related incident happened in front of me just now. A labourer was stopped & told to stitch up his top two buttons… When did Namma metro became like this?” the post read.

DGCA), in response to a Supreme Court (SC) petition, stated that airlines have the authority to restrict the amount of alcohol served on flights to prevent passenger inebriation and subsequent unruly behavior. This statement follows incidents on two Air India flights where passengers, allegedly intoxicated, urinated on fellow travelers. Unfortunately, there’s no common crackdown rule or measure by the airlines’ regulatory body. It all depends on the airlines you’ve booked your flight with. Regulatory Framework

Naad Wellness, a luxury resort firm, said the concept of wellness retreats has gained significant momentum post-pandemic and global health crisis served as a wake-up call, prompting a shift towards prioritizing holistic living and overall well-being. The company that started its operations in 2018, has around 50-60% occupancy at its property in the National Capital Region(Delhi NCR). It is exploring targeted marketing initiatives, strategic partnerships, and innovative wellness programs to further enhance occupancy levels. «The pandemic has brought about profound changes in travel and hospitality trends, with a heightened emphasis on safety, hygiene, and wellness. Travelers are now more discerning, opting for destinations and accommodations that prioritize health and rejuvenation. Additionally, there has been a surge in interest towards secluded, nature-centric retreats, reflecting a desire for solace and introspection amidst the chaos,» said Ramesh Kumar, managing director and co-founder at Naad Wellness.

James Randolph is a pretty chill flier. Unless you ask him to switch seats. “99% of the time I’m going to say no,’’ the 35-year-old digital marketing director from Florida says.

PB Fintech jumped over 7% to hit a fresh 52-week high at Rs 1,400 in Wednesday's trade on BSE after the company announced a partnership with ICICI Lombard to provide insurance solutions to 1 crore customers. «The collaboration encompasses access to nearly 10 million customers with a wide range of insurance products, including motor insurance, health insurance, travel insurance, home insurance, and business insurance. The partnership entails inclusion across multiple business lines of the Policybazaar platform, policybazaar.com catering to retail audiences, PB for Business for corporates, and PB Partners for channel partners,» ICICI Lombard said in an exchange filing.

solar eclipse and telling people that God told her to do it.Taylon Nichelle Celestine faces charges of attempted murder and aggravated battery for the Monday shootings. She is accused of injuring two people after opening fire on vehicles travelling Interstate 10 through northern Florida.One victim was shot in the neck and is currently in the hospital receiving treatment.

Air India Ltd. is mounting with aircraft technicians planning a strike later this month after its pilots voiced concerns last week about being overworked and underpaid. Technicians at AI Engineering Services Ltd. — a state-run maintenance, repair and overhaul firm and an erstwhile Air India unit — will strike on April 23 due to various issues affecting their “well-being” and “professional growth,” All India Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Union wrote in a letter dated April 8 to the chief executive officer. A representative for Air India said the situation is being monitored closely.

China, Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said on Tuesday, acknowledging concerns that the warnings may have curtailed exchanges between Americans and Chinese people. Communication channels between Washington and Beijing had largely normalized after months of heightened tensions, Campbell told an event hosted by the non-profit National Committee on US-China Relations.

₹24.5 crore, the highest paid for any cricketer. Was this shocking? Yes. Was there something amiss? No.

NEW DELHI : Baku. Khinaliq. Batumi.

Beds once associated with claustrophobic Depression-era flophouses are popping up at ski resorts, timeshares and luxury suites. Hotel rooms are shrinking, and travelers are increasingly demanding their rooms be more than just places to catch some shut-eye. That has led hotel developers to turn to an old standby—the Murphy bed.

MUMBAI : A staggering 960 million Indians above 18 years are eligible to vote in the seven-phase national elections starting 19 April; and India's corporate citizens are pulling out all stops to make sure maximum employees join the great democratic exercise. From IT companies like Tata Consultancy Services to e-commerce giants like Amazon, from consultancies such as KPMG to manpower biggies like Quess Corp, India Inc. is offering holidays, remote work, and other flexibilities for employees to have a say in who governs them.

Badrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri, holds profound spiritual significance for devotees across the nation. To ensure a smooth and organized journey for pilgrims, the Uttarakhand Government mandates registration for the Char Dham Yatra 2024.