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Flying without a REAL ID? Here's what to know about TSA's new $45 option at airports

India, Jan. 16 -- Travelers who arrive at US airports without a REAL ID will soon have a paid backup option, but the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it may not guarantee a smooth jou... Read More


Frozen lakes of India: From Kashmir to Sikkim, discover stunning winter wonders and hidden Himalayan gems

India, Jan. 16 -- If you have the travel bug, no season is ever wrong, and winter makes exploring frozen Himalayan lakes a thrilling adventure. India's frozen lakes offer a breathtaking winter sight, ... Read More


Congress accuses Modi-Yogi of destroying religious and cultural heritage of Varanasi over destruction of ancient temples, ghats

India, Jan. 16 -- The Congress on Friday condemned the demolition of temples and ghats in the holy city of Varanasi (Kashi), accusing the Modi led government at the Centre and the Yogi government in U... Read More


Nepal, Bangladesh move to fast-track preferential trade agreement

Kathmandu, Jan. 16 -- Nepal and Bangladesh have agreed to expedite the process of signing a bilateral preferential trade arrangement (PTA), reviving negotiations that have remained stalled for years d... Read More


The Future of Travel Is Flexible: Why Hour-Based Stays Are Emerging as the New Hospitality Standard

New Delhi, Jan. 16 -- Prateek Singh, Co-Founder & CEO, Brevistay. New Delhi [India], January 16: The travel and hospitality industry is undergoing one of its most significant shi... Read More


Meaningful exchanges at Delhi CSPOC strengthen bonds within Commonwealth family: LS Speaker Om Birla

New Delhi, Jan. 16 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday said that meaningful exchanges at Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC), that concluded here on Friday, w... Read More


Sahitya Akademi organises face-to-face and story reading programmes at New Delhi World Book Fair 2026

New Delhi, Jan. 16 -- Sahitya Akademi organised a Face-to-Face programme and a Panel Discussion on India's Intellectual Traditions, during the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 at Hall No. 2 at Bharat Ma... Read More


SLTDA launches special program to achieve annual tourism targets

Sri Lanka, Jan. 16 -- The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has launched a special program aimed at achieving the national tourism targets set for this year. Chairman of the SLTDA, Budd... Read More


PM Modi to flag off India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Guwahati and Howrah

Guwahati, Jan. 16 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal and Assam on January 17 & 18 and on January 17, at around 12:45 pm, the Prime Minister will visit Malda and flag off India's fi... Read More


Pakistan-origin England stars face Indian visa delay ahead of T20 World CupPublished on: January 16, 2026 8:38 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 16 -- England spinners Adil Rashid and Rehan Ahmed faced delays in securing visas from Indian authorities for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, reportedly due to their Pakistani heritag... Read More