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Bengaluru: Police are actively searching for a couple accused of duping at least nine people to the tune of over Rs 1 crore by enticing them with promises of lucrative returns on their investments in their travel agency business. Syed Riyan and Rizwana allegedly defrauded a Goraguntepalya resident of Rs 23.9 lakh over a four-month period, from September to January. They then fled the city. The RMC Yard police registered an FIR against them under IPC Section 420 (cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property). Preliminary investigations revealed that the […]

Looking for a budget-friendly getaway this Easter? You might wonder when is the best time to travel without breaking the bank. Easter 2024, which in Spain runs from Sunday, March 24 to Sunday, March 31, offers a prime opportunity for exploration and relaxation amidst cultural and religious festivities. Yet, with costs often being a major concern, recent findings offer insightful guidance for cost-conscious adventurers. Most Read on Euro Weekly News Optimal travel date revealed A comprehensive analysis by Kayak, a leading travel search engine, has pinpointed Good Friday, March 29, […]

A spokesperson from the Insurance Council of Australia said travel insurance doesn’t entitle you to unlimited cover, noting all policies have limits and exclusions, and it’s important to be informed and choose the right level of cover for your circumstances. “Most travel insurance policies will cover people under the influence of alcohol up to 0.19 per cent, which is about four times the legal limit to drive in Australia,” the Insurance Council of Australia spokesperson said. “Not all policies are the same. Understanding the Product Disclosure Statement is crucial as […]

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email The least desirable seats on a plane have been revealed by cabin crew and the beloved window seat could land travelers with long wait times. Flight attendants from leading airlines partnered with luxury guide platform Velloy to reveal 10 savvy travel hacks for comfort inside the cabin, including the seats to swerve. The middle row, particularly window seats 11A and 11F, were identified as the worst spots for travelers. Often these […]

More News Mar 23, 2024 | 12:28 AM Shimla, Mar 22 (UNI) BJP veteran Jairam Thakur on Friday accused the Congress leadership of being deceptive even with its party activists, saying while the Chief Minister is making vulgar comments about the rebel MLAs, three big leaders are requesting them to come back. see more.. Mar 22, 2024 | 11:53 PM Srinagar, Mar 22 (UNI) Amid public outrage over the felling of trees, the Amar Singh College authorities on Friday said the aged poplar trees posed a persistent danger to the […]

As the calendar turns a fresh page, beckoning new adventures and discoveries, it’s time to chart your course for the year ahead. 2024 is full of long weekends, providing ample opportunities to plan a getaway with family or friends. However, choosing the perfect destination for the much-awaited vacation is not an easy task. Here’s a list of 8 travel destinations for those who are drawn to cultural wonders, natural marvels, or historical treasures. 1. Kyoto, Japan: Sanctuary for Souls Kyoto, Japan is famous for its age-old majestic temples, verdant gardens, […]

The US Department of State has issued an important travel advisory for a popular travel destination. The advisory, posted on Friday, warns travelers to “exercise increased caution” when traveling to The Bahamas due to crime. The alert is a Level 2 indicating the presence of widespread violent or organized crime with limited ability by law enforcement to respond. The state department “rates the criminal threat level in New Providence Island (includes Nassau and Paradise Island) as critical. The vast majority of crimes occur on New Providence (Nassau) and Grand Bahama […]

Whether you’re after a festive city break to some of Europe’s dazzling Christmas markets, or you want to forget the rain, wind and abominable temperatures altogether and get some January sun, there are plenty of fantastic travel destinations to choose from this coming winter season . And holiday rental platform Airbnb has put in the work to find out the top trending spots this winter. Based on searches for winter travel between January 1 and September 15 2023, they’ve compiled a list of ten global destinations. At the top? It’s […]

Columbus, OH – As inflation continues to moderate, a new survey from Nationwide Travel Insurance shows US consumers are optimistic about their travel plans in 2024 – right as spring break travel planning ramps up. Nearly all surveyed (91%) say they have plans to travel domestically in 2024, with four in 10 (40%) planning to travel more than they did in 2023. Additionally, half (50%) of consumers are planning to travel internationally this year. Regardless of where they’re going, consumers are already thinking about how they’ll get to their travel […]

A travel agent was arrested from South Delhi by IGI airport police. (Representational) New Delhi: The Delhi Police on Friday said it had arrested at least 11 people for allegedly duping people on the pretext of sending them to foreign countries. The matter came to fore on September 3 at the IGI Airport where a team of security officials caught a passenger – Deepak Verma – who had traveled to London on someone else’s passport and returned to India. On being questioned, Deepak Verma disclosed that his journey was arranged […]