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8 Bizarre Airline Rules Most Travellers Don't Know About
- Tuesday May 12, 2026
- Travel | Written by Mallika Khurana
Discover the strangest airline rules most travellers have no idea exist, from being removed for body odour to cellos getting their own seats.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Till 1961, Goa Had Its Own Airline That Bypassed India To Fly To Portugal
- Thursday April 23, 2026
- Travel | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani
The creation of TAIP (Air Transport of Portuguese India) was accompanied by the development of airport facilities in Goa, Daman and Diu.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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How Do Pilots Know Where They Are In An Empty Sky?
- Thursday April 23, 2026
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
Even without roads or landmarks, pilots always know where they are, thanks to a layered navigation system built for precision and redundancy.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Planning A Trip To Thailand? New Visa Rules And Entry Fee You Need To Know About
- Friday April 17, 2026
- Travel | Written by Mallika Khurana
Thailand's latest visa update for Indian travellers introduces a hassle-free 60-day visa-free stay.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Travelling To Thailand? You Might Soon Have To Pay 300 Baht Tax If You Take A Flight In
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
Thailand is once again considering a longdebated entry fee, signalling a small but notable change for travellers planning an air arrival.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Flight Cancelled Due To War? Why Your Travel Insurance May Not Pay
- Monday March 23, 2026
- India News | Edited by Prateek Shukla
At the heart of the issue is a basic but often misunderstood fact: travel insurance is designed for personal emergencies, not global crises.
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www.ndtv.com
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60% Flight Seats In India To Be Free To Select, But Will It Change Your Ticket Price?
- Wednesday March 18, 2026
- Travel | Dristi Sharma
Seat selection fees, often tucked away in the final stages of flight booking, have been a sore point, with passengers arguing that what is marketed as a base fare rarely reflects the actual cost of travel
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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UAE, Kuwait And Qatar Extend Visa, Waive Overstay Fines Amid Flight Cancellations During Middle East Conflict
- Friday March 6, 2026
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
With flights grounded and passengers stuck amid the West Asia conflict, the UAE, Kuwait and Qatar have rolled out urgent visa relief measures to protect stranded travellers.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Super Rich Pay Rs 3.2 Crore For Private Jets To Fly Out Of Dubai Amid Iranian Strikes
- Monday March 2, 2026
- World News | Edited by Ritu Singh
The super wealthy are paying up to $350,000 to escape the region on private jets, while others are willing to drive 10 hours to Saudi Arabia to charter planes to Europe.
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www.ndtv.com
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Power Bank Catches Fire On Alaska Airlines Flight. Is It Safe To Carry It? What The New Rules Say
- Tuesday February 24, 2026
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
As per reports, the fire erupted when a woman used a lithium-ion battery pack to charge her phone.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Why This North Korean Airline Is The Only One-Star Carrier In The World
- Wednesday February 11, 2026
- Travel | Written by NDTV Travel Desk
Labelled the world’s only one-star airline for years, Air Koryo blends vintage aviation, strict onboard rules and a uniquely North Korean in-flight experience
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Which Countries Can Indian Passport Holders Visit Visa-Free With A Valid US Visa?
- Thursday February 5, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni
Indian passport holders with valid US visas can access over 40 countries worldwide with visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or simplified entry, spanning Asia, Europe, Americas, and Africa.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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All That Is New In Baggage Rules 2026, From Higher Duty-Free Limit To Laptop Exemption
- Tuesday February 3, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni
India's Baggage Rules 2026, effective February 2, raise duty-free limits for most travellers and simplify jewellery allowances with weight-based caps to streamline customs procedures.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Pets Up To 10 Kg Now Allowed To Travel In Cabin On Air India Flights
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Travel | Written by NDTV Travel Desk, Edited by Toshita Sahni
Under the revised rules, cats and dogs weighing up to 10 kg, including the carrier, can now travel inside the economy cabin on selected Air India flights.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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7 Common Mistakes Indians Make When Carrying Liquids On Flights
- Wednesday December 17, 2025
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Neha Grover
By avoiding these common mistakes, you can save time, prevent unnecessary losses, and enjoy a stress-free journey.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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8 Bizarre Airline Rules Most Travellers Don't Know About
- Tuesday May 12, 2026
- Travel | Written by Mallika Khurana
Discover the strangest airline rules most travellers have no idea exist, from being removed for body odour to cellos getting their own seats.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Till 1961, Goa Had Its Own Airline That Bypassed India To Fly To Portugal
- Thursday April 23, 2026
- Travel | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani
The creation of TAIP (Air Transport of Portuguese India) was accompanied by the development of airport facilities in Goa, Daman and Diu.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
How Do Pilots Know Where They Are In An Empty Sky?
- Thursday April 23, 2026
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
Even without roads or landmarks, pilots always know where they are, thanks to a layered navigation system built for precision and redundancy.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Planning A Trip To Thailand? New Visa Rules And Entry Fee You Need To Know About
- Friday April 17, 2026
- Travel | Written by Mallika Khurana
Thailand's latest visa update for Indian travellers introduces a hassle-free 60-day visa-free stay.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Travelling To Thailand? You Might Soon Have To Pay 300 Baht Tax If You Take A Flight In
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
Thailand is once again considering a longdebated entry fee, signalling a small but notable change for travellers planning an air arrival.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Flight Cancelled Due To War? Why Your Travel Insurance May Not Pay
- Monday March 23, 2026
- India News | Edited by Prateek Shukla
At the heart of the issue is a basic but often misunderstood fact: travel insurance is designed for personal emergencies, not global crises.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
60% Flight Seats In India To Be Free To Select, But Will It Change Your Ticket Price?
- Wednesday March 18, 2026
- Travel | Dristi Sharma
Seat selection fees, often tucked away in the final stages of flight booking, have been a sore point, with passengers arguing that what is marketed as a base fare rarely reflects the actual cost of travel
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
UAE, Kuwait And Qatar Extend Visa, Waive Overstay Fines Amid Flight Cancellations During Middle East Conflict
- Friday March 6, 2026
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
With flights grounded and passengers stuck amid the West Asia conflict, the UAE, Kuwait and Qatar have rolled out urgent visa relief measures to protect stranded travellers.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Super Rich Pay Rs 3.2 Crore For Private Jets To Fly Out Of Dubai Amid Iranian Strikes
- Monday March 2, 2026
- World News | Edited by Ritu Singh
The super wealthy are paying up to $350,000 to escape the region on private jets, while others are willing to drive 10 hours to Saudi Arabia to charter planes to Europe.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Power Bank Catches Fire On Alaska Airlines Flight. Is It Safe To Carry It? What The New Rules Say
- Tuesday February 24, 2026
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
As per reports, the fire erupted when a woman used a lithium-ion battery pack to charge her phone.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Why This North Korean Airline Is The Only One-Star Carrier In The World
- Wednesday February 11, 2026
- Travel | Written by NDTV Travel Desk
Labelled the world’s only one-star airline for years, Air Koryo blends vintage aviation, strict onboard rules and a uniquely North Korean in-flight experience
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Which Countries Can Indian Passport Holders Visit Visa-Free With A Valid US Visa?
- Thursday February 5, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni
Indian passport holders with valid US visas can access over 40 countries worldwide with visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or simplified entry, spanning Asia, Europe, Americas, and Africa.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
All That Is New In Baggage Rules 2026, From Higher Duty-Free Limit To Laptop Exemption
- Tuesday February 3, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni
India's Baggage Rules 2026, effective February 2, raise duty-free limits for most travellers and simplify jewellery allowances with weight-based caps to streamline customs procedures.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Pets Up To 10 Kg Now Allowed To Travel In Cabin On Air India Flights
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Travel | Written by NDTV Travel Desk, Edited by Toshita Sahni
Under the revised rules, cats and dogs weighing up to 10 kg, including the carrier, can now travel inside the economy cabin on selected Air India flights.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
7 Common Mistakes Indians Make When Carrying Liquids On Flights
- Wednesday December 17, 2025
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Neha Grover
By avoiding these common mistakes, you can save time, prevent unnecessary losses, and enjoy a stress-free journey.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel