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California’s move follows similar declarations made earlier in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and New Jersey, which also recognised Diwali as a public holiday for the first time in 2024

As part of its ‘Tales of India’ initiative celebrating the country’s diverse art and culture, the new Boeing 737‑8 deployed to operate the inaugural Dehradun flight features a livery inspired by ‘Aipan’

The ropeway will reduce travel time from an arduous nine-hour trek to just 36 minutes, making the pilgrimage far easier and safer which will be capable of transporting 1,800 passengers per hour per direction, serving lakhs of pilgrims each year

This Visa Denial Cover is designed to eliminate that by allowing customers to book with confidence, knowing that if their visa is refused, they will receive a full refund on their ticket

Guests booking stays at participating Marriott properties in the hill station can earn 5,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points per stay, valid on any day of the week until September 30, 2025

Held from September 12 to 14, the three-day event attracted a record-breaking attendance of more than 200 delegates from India and overseas, all paying full congress fees to participate in this landmark gathering

The roadshow is expected to deliver impact with industry partners in these cities, enhancing competitive edge and optimising the travel trade’s crucial role in building and bolstering Saudi Arabia’s visitor economy

The recognition underscored Goa’s sustained efforts to showcase its vibrant cultural calendar, spanning traditional, religious, and community-based festivals

The first episode, showcasing the South Coast, is now live on JTB’s official YouTube channel. Subsequent episodes will feature Negril on September 15 and Ocho Rios on October 15, with further instalments to follow later in the year

The deployment of these data‑driven digital solutions is part of the Air India group’s wider modernisation strategy and marks a major step in enhancing both sustainability and operational performance