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After fliers claim AI Surat-BKK flight ran out of liquor, sources say otherwise

After fliers claim AI Surat-BKK flight ran out of liquor, sources say otherwise

In fact, officials of the flight carrier were also on-board because it was the first flight. The source said, "The passengers were enjoying and had brought their own snacks along with them".

AI Express Surat-BKK flight records brisk liquor sales; pax claim stock ran out

Officials of the budget airline on Sunday said there were brisk sales of alcohol on the flight from Surat to Bangkok and the stock was not exhausted, as claimed by some on social media

23 December,2024 02:31 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Shimla receives light snowfall; here are tourist attractions you can explore

Places near Shimla like Kufri and Narkanda have also been experiencing snowfall, turning the destinations more picturesque, and increasing the expected surge of tourists

23 December,2024 02:19 PM IST | Shimla | mid-day online correspondent

64 per cent of Kolkata’s iconic yellow taxis to be off the roads by March 2025

As per records of the state transport department, currently there are around 7,000 registered yellow taxis in the state

23 December,2024 01:07 PM IST | Kolkata | IANS

Srinagar experiences coldest night since 1974 as Chillai Kalan begins in Kashmir

In Srinagar, the temperature came down to minus 8.5 degrees Celsius on Friday night from minus 6.2 degrees Celsius the previous night, the meteorological department said

21 December,2024 04:38 PM IST | Srinagar | PTI

Christmas 2024: Akasa Air launches in-flight special meal for travellers

An amalgamation of the season’s delicacies, the meal comprises of Chicken Mince Cranberry Pie accompanied by a delicious Christmas Pudding and a beverage of choice

20 December,2024 06:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Holiday travel hacks: 7 expert tips for stress-free Christmas and New Year trips

Holiday travel is exciting but it can also get overwhelming due to several factors including crowded airports and tourist places, and unexpected delays and challenges

20 December,2024 12:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

India ranked 39th among 119 countries in tourism development index by WEF

Driven by improved infrastructure and friendly government policies to boost tourism, India is now ranked 39th among 119 countries in the Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2024 report

20 December,2024 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Puducherry to Dubai: Indians are travelling to these destinations before 2024

Besides metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru, New Delhi, Indians travellers are keen on exploring diverse destinations that offer one-of-a-kind experiences from the cultural hubs to the picturesque hill stations and the coastal cities too

19 December,2024 03:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

St Francis Xavier Exposition: Going to Goa before Jan 5? All you need to know

Every ten years, Goa reverberates with spiritual fervour as the decennial exposition of the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier, affectionately called 'Gõycho Saib'

19 December,2024 10:41 AM IST | Panaji | mid-day online correspondent

Diljit Dosanjh enjoys Kashmir's pristine beauty; relishes kahwa on shikara

The Punjabi star can be seen sipping traditional Kashmiri tea ‘Kahwa’ while enjoying a shikara ride on Dal Lake

17 December,2024 02:10 PM IST | Kashmir | mid-day online correspondent

Hornbill Festival 2024 concludes in Nagaland with cultural performances

Cultural presentations and performances at Hornbill Festival 2024 showcased a mesmerising blend of traditions, music and dance

11 December,2024 10:48 AM IST | Nagaland | mid-day online correspondent
Diljit Dosanjh enjoys Kashmir's pristine beauty; relishes kahwa on shikara

Diljit Dosanjh enjoys Kashmir's pristine beauty; relishes kahwa on shikara

The Punjabi star can be seen sipping traditional Kashmiri tea ‘Kahwa’ while enjoying a shikara ride on Dal Lake

17 December,2024 02:10 PM IST | Kashmir | mid-day online correspondent
Hornbill Festival 2024 concludes in Nagaland with cultural performances

Hornbill Festival 2024 concludes in Nagaland with cultural performances

Cultural presentations and performances at Hornbill Festival 2024 showcased a mesmerising blend of traditions, music and dance

11 December,2024 10:48 AM IST | Nagaland | mid-day online correspondent
Air passenger numbers expected to top 5 billion for the first time in 2025: IATA

Air passenger numbers expected to top 5 billion for the first time in 2025: IATA

Total industry revenues are meanwhile forecast at 1.007 trillion dollars, helped by falling oil and fuel prices

11 December,2024 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | AFP
India's tourism sector is full of extraordinary possibilities: Union Minister

India's tourism sector is full of extraordinary possibilities: Union Minister

He also emphasised that the significance of tourism lies more in its cultural value than in its economic or business aspects

10 December,2024 10:01 AM IST | Rajasthan | IANS
In a rare occurrence, Shimla sees season's first snowfall in early December

In a rare occurrence, Shimla sees season's first snowfall in early December

Places near Shimla like Kufri and Narkanda have also been experiencing snowfall, turning the tourist destinations more picturesque

09 December,2024 09:10 PM IST | Shimla | IANS

PHOTOS: Srinagar experiences coldest Dec night in 5 decades at minus 8.5 degrees

Chillai Kalan, the 40-day period of harshest winter, commenced in Kashmir on Saturday with a decrease in the temperatures coming down to minus 8.5 degrees Celsius on Friday night from minus 6.2 degrees Celsius the previous night

21 December,2024 04:41 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Air India at 61, IndiGo at 103 in global survey of best airlines in the world

Air India at 61, IndiGo at 103 in global survey of best airlines in the world

The survey has ranked Brussels Airlines as the best airline in the world with 8.12, followed by Qatar Airways at 8.11, United Airlines at 8.04, American Airlines at 8.04, and Play at 7.89, but both the India airlines feature must later in the list

05 December,2024 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Religious tourism driving residential demand in Tier 2 cities: Report

Religious tourism driving residential demand in Tier 2 cities: Report

These cities are emerging as residential hotspots, leveraging their cultural and spiritual significance

04 December,2024 04:07 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI

Kashmir's minimum temperature drops below freezing point

Kashmir's minimum temperature drops below freezing point

The 40-day-long period of harsh winter cold in Jammu and Kashmir, known locally as the ‘Chillai Kalan’, starts each year on December 21 and ends on January 30

04 December,2024 12:00 PM IST | Srinagar | IANS

Italian ship Amerigo Vespucci leaves Mumbai for Doha after six-day stopover

Italian ship Amerigo Vespucci leaves Mumbai for Doha after six-day stopover

A farewell ceremony was held on Monday at the Indira Dock in Mumbai, in which the Italian Navy band played the European country's national anthem and the Indian band the anthem of the host country

03 December,2024 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai

Good news for tourists as iconic Matheran-Neral mini toy train resumes

    Good news for tourists as iconic Matheran-Neral mini toy train resumes

    Bringing much joy to the tourists, services of the iconic Matheran-Neral mini toy train resumed after a short break in the monsoon season. The train, with a history of over 150 years covers around 20 kilometres of journey, offering people a scenic route through the small hill station. Swapnil Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CRPO) of Central Railways said that the train was stopped on June 8th because of the monsoon season and was started on November 6. The train reportedly transports 600-700 passengers on average every day. This toy train starts from Neral and ends at Matheran and takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. The elevation starts from 40 meters above sea level and then steadily climbs to 850 meters at Matheran. The train usually runs twice from Neral to Matheran from Monday to Friday and offers six shuttle services from Aman Lodge to Matheran.

    08 November,2024 06:31 PM IST
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