Travel

Rising middle-class demand and infrastructure investments propel Asia-Pacific aviation networks to global dominance in 2026.

Key Highlights A significant realignment in international tourism is unfolding in 2026 as travelers increasingly prioritize cheap beach destinations with affordable flights over traditional luxury holidays. Driven by rising airline competition and simplified visa regulations, countries like Mexico, Indonesia, Thailand, India, and the Maldives are leading this global budget travel wave. Coastal hubs from Cancun…

A second group of 337 Indian Sikh pilgrims reached Pakistan via the Wagah Border for the annual commemorations of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

High-value travelers pivot to elite wellness retreats in India and Bhutan to recover from chronic flight cancellations and systemic airport disruptions.

State officials at the India Today Tourism Survey & Awards 2026 highlight community-led tourism and hidden destinations as India’s next travel frontiers.

Indian Railways implements steeper fines under the Jan Vishwas Act across all zones to improve compliance and passenger safety.

Indian Railways introduces the Darbhanga-Khatipura Amrit Bharat Express and Lalgarh-Sabarmati Express to boost regional interstate connectivity.

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed PM Modi approved seven high-speed rail corridors, significantly slashing inter-city travel times.

Passport, visa, and attestation services for Indians in the UAE will pause from June 26 to June 30 during a service provider transition.

A proposed 150-km extension of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat transit network aims to connect Delhi to Rishikesh in under three hours.