Visa-free entry to Asian nations pushes up air fares | India News

Visa-free entry to Asian nations pushes up air fares | India News

NEW DELHI: Near is far and far is near this winter holiday season. Hot favourite nearby international destinations like Thailand, Sri Lanka and Malaysia have become ‘visamukt’ for desi travellers, pushing airfares to new highs. On the other hand, almost all international airlines (barring US) have resumed India connections in full force now and desi … Read more

More red tape for new Canadians needing travel visas for India

More red tape for new Canadians needing travel visas for India

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Varanasi street dog set to travel abroad with a passport

Varanasi street dog set to travel abroad with a passport

A heartwarming tale of international adoption happened in Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi when a kind-hearted traveler from the Netherlands got attached to a street dog named Jaya. Meral Bontenbel, hailing from Amsterdam, found herself drawn to the stray dog during a visit to Varanasi. Recounting the fateful encounter, Bontenbel explained how Jaya approached her and her … Read more

India to resume some visa services in Canada from today | World News

India to resume some visa services in Canada from today | World News

India has relaxed visa services for Canadians and will resume issuing them from Thursday, the High Commission in Canada said on Wednesday. The Indian High Commission in Ottawa said that the services will resume for entry, business, medical and conference visas (AP) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The resumption of services comes over a month after … Read more

‘This is just a hiccup, Canada still a promising study destination,’ says study abroad expert amid diplomatic tensions | Education News

‘This is just a hiccup, Canada still a promising study destination,’ says study abroad expert amid diplomatic tensions | Education News

On Friday, students preparing to leave for higher education in Canada were surprised by the news of Canada reducing its diplomatic presence in India and withdrawing visa and consular services in Chandigarh, Mumbai and Bangalore. Speaking to The Indian Express on the potential impact of the escalating tensions between the two countries, Viral Doshi, a … Read more

Canadian visa service withdrawal casts shadow on Indian students’ plans for winter enrollment | Education News

Canadian visa service withdrawal casts shadow on Indian students’ plans for winter enrollment | Education News

The withdrawal of Canadian visa and consular services from three cities has created a significant hurdle for students getting ready to enroll in universities for the winter session starting in January next year, as consultants and agents have told them to expect delays in visa processing. In a press conference on Thursday, Canada’s Minister of … Read more

Visa, Mastercard want a slice of Africa’s mobile money

Visa, Mastercard want a slice of Africa’s mobile money

JOHANNESBURG—African fintech companies have found creative ways to help the continent’s consumers spend their money. Traditional payments companies want in. JOHANNESBURG—African fintech companies have found creative ways to help the continent’s consumers spend their money. Traditional payments companies want in. Global payment giants, including Mastercard and Visa, are pouring billions of dollars into African companies … Read more

Delta rethinks SkyMiles changes after negative feedback from customers

Delta rethinks SkyMiles changes after negative feedback from customers

Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Airlines, delivers remarks during an opening ceremony of Delta’s new terminal at LaGuardia airport on Oct. 29, 2019, in New York City. Stephanie Keith/Getty Images A couple of weeks ago, Delta stirred up a hornet’s nest with its frequent flyers when it announced big changes to its SkyMiles loyalty program and airport … Read more

India-Canada Row LIVE: Gurdwaras Were Turned into ‘K-hubs’, Says Activist in Canada

India-Canada Row LIVE: Gurdwaras Were Turned into ‘K-hubs’, Says Activist in Canada

Live now India-Canada Row LIVE Updates: The United States has said Canada’s investigation into the murder of Nijjar must proceed and the perpetrators brought to justice Curated By: News Desk News18.com Last Updated: September 26, 2023, 11:26 IST India-Canada Row LIVE Updates: Amid diplomatic tension with New Delhi, Ottawa has updated travel advisory for Canadian … Read more

India-Canada Row LIVE Updates: Pro-Khalistanis Protest in Toronto; Trudeau Govt Doesn’t Have Intel on Nijjar Killing, Says Source

India-Canada Row LIVE Updates: Pro-Khalistanis Protest in Toronto; Trudeau Govt Doesn’t Have Intel on Nijjar Killing, Says Source

India-Canada Row LIVE Updates: Amid diplomatic tension with New Delhi, Ottawa has updated travel advisory for Canadian citizens in India asking them to “stay vigilant and exercise caution” in the context of calls for protests and some “negative sentiment” towards Canada on social media. Meanwhile, dozens of Khalistan supporters held a protest outside the Indian … Read more