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Karnataka’s Chitradurga district. Police officials have said that Suchana Seth was trying to flee in a cab. Now the cab driver who played a crucial role in getting Seth arrested has revealed details on how he managed to take the Bengaluru CEO to the police station without arousing her suspicion.

Passport Index, offering their citizens visa-free access to a record-breaking number of destinations. According to data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, and Singapore now boast the most powerful passports globally, enabling their citizens to visit an impressive 194 destinations out of 227 worldwide without the need for a visa. Are you immigration ready? Find out Four EU member states—France, Germany, Italy, and Spain—have now joined them at the top. Dr. Christian H. Kaelin, Chairman of Henley & Partners and the originator of the passport index concept, highlighted the widening global mobility gap. «The average number of destinations travelers can access visa-free has almost doubled from 58 in 2006 to 111 in 2024. However, the top-ranked countries now have a staggering 166 more visa-free destinations than Afghanistan, which ranks at the bottom with access to just 28 countries without a visa,» he said. South Korea takes the second spot alongside Finland and Sweden, enjoying visa-free access to 193 destinations. In the third spot, four EU nations—Austria, Denmark, Ireland, and the Netherlands—share access to 192 destinations.

Alaska Airlines is canceling through Saturday all flights on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes like the one that suffered an in-flight blowout of a fuselage panel last week as it waits for new instructions from Boeing and federal officials on how to inspect the fleet. The development came as signs indicate some travelers might try to avoid flying on Max 9 jetliners — at least temporarily.

A union representing many of Germany’s train drivers has started a nearly three-day strike in a rancorous dispute with the country’s state-owned main railway operator over working hours and pay

The relationship between India and the Maldives is facing challenges after officials in the tiny island nation made derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s posts that promoted the pristine beaches of India’s Lakshadweep archipelago

Congress said on Wednesday that it was determined to begin its Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra from Manipur after it was denied permission to flag off the yatra from Palace Grounds in Imphal. Manipur PCC chief K Meghachandra, who termed the government's response «very unfortunate», said they have changed their venue to a private place at Khongjom in Thoubal district.

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ALSO READ: IND vs AFG T20I series: Virat Kohli to miss first match due to personal reasons, confirms Rahul Dravid “He told the team management that he had mental fatigue because he had been on the road continuously and wanted to spend time with his family back home. Instead, he chose to travel to Dubai and was seen partying," Hindustan Times quoted a source as saying. But his close acquaintances say if he has been given a break, how does it matter where he spends his time? As per details, Kishan last played for India in the third T20I against Australia at Guwahati on November 28, 2023.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a series of photos on social media last week showing him snorkeling, strolling on a white-sand beach and lounging in a chair next to turquoise waters in Lakshadweep, an island chain in the Indian Ocean. It was an “exhilarating experience," he wrote on X, formerly Twitter, as he peppered with praise the pristine lesser-known and remote Indian archipelago his government believes has untapped potential for tourism. The images were met with awe by Indians on social media, particularly Modi’s supporters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 10th Edition of Vibrant Gujarat in state capital Gandhinagar. Several heads of states and top industry captains attended the inauguration ceremony.  Amid high-pitched investments, we spoke with Finland’s Ambassador to India Kimmo Lähdevirta. Since January 1 this year, those who are interested in travelling to Finland and requiring a Schengen visa, will now need to provide details of more funds to qualify. 

ALSO READ: Manipur govt 'declined' permission to Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra from Imphal, claims Congress “We met Chief Minister N Biren Singh and sought permission for the venue of 'Bharat Joro Nyay Yatra' at Hatta Kangjeibung in Imphal East district from where the rally is scheduled to be flagged off. However, the chief minister has declined to permit the same," Keisham Megachandra said. Ethnic violence broke out in Manipur in May 2023, and a law-and-order situation has been prevailing in the state.

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On Tuesday night, Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of minus 5 degrees Celsius, down from minus 2.4 degrees Celsius the previous night. Other areas, including Qazigund, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam, also experienced cold temperatures during the ongoing «Chilla-i-Kalan,» a harsh winter period characterized by a cold wave and freezing conditions.

Delhi-Mumbai expressway is anticipated to be ready for travel in the next few months, a TOI report stated. The completion of this section will enable commuters to enjoy a seamless ride from the national capital to Surat.

₹7.9 trillion and growing at a rapid 32-34 per cent annually, the company disclosed in an exchange filing. Also Read | ‘Tourism stands as…’ Maldives tour and travel body urges EaseMyTrip CEO to resume flight bookings, extends apology Nishant Pitti, CEO and Co-Founder, of EaseMyTrip, said, “We are elated to announce the launch of EaseMyTrip Insurance Broker Private Limited.

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enquiries and a substantial reduction in prices for Maldives vacation packages despite multiple long weekends in January, reported TOI. Formerly priced in the range of Rs 55,000 to Rs 70,000, three-day packages from Hyderabad, encompassing airfare, lodging, meals, and sightseeing, are presently accessible for Rs 45,000 or even less. Luxurious five-star packages, previously priced at over Rs 2.5 lakh, have now fallen below the Rs 2 lakh mark, as per travel agents. Additionally, the cost reduction trend may continue.

The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) also came in support of India and ‘strongly condemned’ the derogatory remarks made by the ministers on PM Modi's post on Lakshadweep. Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu urged China to intensify efforts to send more tourists to his country amid the India-Maldives row.

Investing.com-- Japan’s Nikkei 225 stock index rose sharply on Wednesday, reaching levels seen before the burst of a speculative bubble in the 1990s as investors bet on a delay in the Bank of Japan’s plans to end its ultra-loose policies.

New York City is on high alert as a widespread storm wreaked havoc in the U.S. South, causing significant damage. The region has experienced tornado warnings and high winds, resulting in the displacement of roofs, overturned campers, and scattered furniture in Florida.