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Can Shaving Razors And Tweezers Go In Cabin Baggage? Airport Rules Explained
- Wednesday November 26, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
Razors that are part of a non-detachable design are usually considered safer and more acceptable for carrying in your luggage.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Why Flights Experience Turbulence And What Causes It
- Tuesday November 25, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
If you are a nervous flyer, this simple guide can help you understand why turbulence happens and how you can manage it without losing your calm.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Can You Carry An Electric Toothbrush On Flights?
- Monday November 24, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
If you or your kids use an electric toothbrush, here is a simple guide to understand whether you can carry it on flights or not.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Why You Should Not Put A Padlock On Your Bag While Travelling By Air
- Sunday November 23, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
Securing your luggage with a padlock may seem convenient but may not be the best way to keep it safe. Here's what makes it a bad practice for what to do instead.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Viral: Flight Passenger Opens Unattended Bag At Goa Airport, Discovers Cash Bundle Inside
- Tuesday November 11, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
A viral Reddit post about a passenger explaining what they did after finding an unattended bag at Dabolim airport in Goa has sparked a discussion about safety practices while travelling.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Meghalaya To Launch Paragliding: Tourists Can Soon Soar Above The Clouds
- Tuesday November 4, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Somdatta Saha
The launch of paragliding in Meghalaya is as much about sport as it is about opportunity, organisers say. It promises to add a new dimension to the states tourism portfolio while creating skilled jobs and encouraging adventure sports culture locally.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Why Do Flights Sometimes Go In Circles Before Landing
- Wednesday October 29, 2025
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Neha Grover
When a flight circles before landing, it's not a sign of trouble - it's a sign that safety, timing and coordination are being perfectly balanced in the sky.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Bengaluru Passenger Praises British Airways For Kannada-Inclusive Flight Experience
- Friday October 24, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Astitva Raj
The passenger who arrived in Bengaluru from London on BA119 flight with his family on Sunday, October 19, and shared his travel experience on X.
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www.ndtv.com
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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
- Friday October 24, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Why You Should Never Remove Airline Luggage Tags Right After Landing
- Saturday October 11, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
You probably tear off that airline luggage tag the moment your suitcase lands on the belt. But what if that tiny sticker could save you from a travel disaster you never saw coming?
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Do Babies Really Fly "Free"? What Indian Parents Must Know Before Booking Flights
- Tuesday October 7, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
Whether you are flying from Delhi to Goa for a weekend break or heading to Singapore, knowing how airlines treat infant passengers can save you money, stress, and last-minute complications.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Why Flight Attendants Ask You To Keep Window Shades Open During Landing
- Monday October 6, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
You might think keeping the window shades up is an inconvenience, but it is primarily concerned with air passengers' safety. Here's what really happens.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Flying Soon? Avoid These Rookie Blunders At Airport Security
- Thursday August 21, 2025
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Somdatta Saha
If you have a flight coming up, take a few minutes to go through this list. These tips might just save you time, stress, and a few awkward moments at the scanner.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Air India Flight Diverted: 5 Parliamentarians Allege 'Breach Of Privilege'
- Tuesday August 12, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
Five MPs, including KC Venugopal of the Congress, wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla over the incident of a Thiruvananthapuram-Delhi flight they were travelling in being diverted to Chennai and demanded action on alleged "breach of privilege".
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www.ndtv.com
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How Old Is The Plane You Are Flying On? You Can Check It In Under A Minute
- Thursday July 3, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
Curious how old your plane is? All it takes is your flight number and less than a minute to find out-no apps to download, no insider access needed
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Can Shaving Razors And Tweezers Go In Cabin Baggage? Airport Rules Explained
- Wednesday November 26, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
Razors that are part of a non-detachable design are usually considered safer and more acceptable for carrying in your luggage.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Why Flights Experience Turbulence And What Causes It
- Tuesday November 25, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
If you are a nervous flyer, this simple guide can help you understand why turbulence happens and how you can manage it without losing your calm.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Can You Carry An Electric Toothbrush On Flights?
- Monday November 24, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
If you or your kids use an electric toothbrush, here is a simple guide to understand whether you can carry it on flights or not.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Why You Should Not Put A Padlock On Your Bag While Travelling By Air
- Sunday November 23, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
Securing your luggage with a padlock may seem convenient but may not be the best way to keep it safe. Here's what makes it a bad practice for what to do instead.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Viral: Flight Passenger Opens Unattended Bag At Goa Airport, Discovers Cash Bundle Inside
- Tuesday November 11, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
A viral Reddit post about a passenger explaining what they did after finding an unattended bag at Dabolim airport in Goa has sparked a discussion about safety practices while travelling.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Meghalaya To Launch Paragliding: Tourists Can Soon Soar Above The Clouds
- Tuesday November 4, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Somdatta Saha
The launch of paragliding in Meghalaya is as much about sport as it is about opportunity, organisers say. It promises to add a new dimension to the states tourism portfolio while creating skilled jobs and encouraging adventure sports culture locally.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Why Do Flights Sometimes Go In Circles Before Landing
- Wednesday October 29, 2025
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Neha Grover
When a flight circles before landing, it's not a sign of trouble - it's a sign that safety, timing and coordination are being perfectly balanced in the sky.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Bengaluru Passenger Praises British Airways For Kannada-Inclusive Flight Experience
- Friday October 24, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Astitva Raj
The passenger who arrived in Bengaluru from London on BA119 flight with his family on Sunday, October 19, and shared his travel experience on X.
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www.ndtv.com
-
Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
- Friday October 24, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Why You Should Never Remove Airline Luggage Tags Right After Landing
- Saturday October 11, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
You probably tear off that airline luggage tag the moment your suitcase lands on the belt. But what if that tiny sticker could save you from a travel disaster you never saw coming?
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Do Babies Really Fly "Free"? What Indian Parents Must Know Before Booking Flights
- Tuesday October 7, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
Whether you are flying from Delhi to Goa for a weekend break or heading to Singapore, knowing how airlines treat infant passengers can save you money, stress, and last-minute complications.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Why Flight Attendants Ask You To Keep Window Shades Open During Landing
- Monday October 6, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
You might think keeping the window shades up is an inconvenience, but it is primarily concerned with air passengers' safety. Here's what really happens.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Flying Soon? Avoid These Rookie Blunders At Airport Security
- Thursday August 21, 2025
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Somdatta Saha
If you have a flight coming up, take a few minutes to go through this list. These tips might just save you time, stress, and a few awkward moments at the scanner.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Air India Flight Diverted: 5 Parliamentarians Allege 'Breach Of Privilege'
- Tuesday August 12, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
Five MPs, including KC Venugopal of the Congress, wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla over the incident of a Thiruvananthapuram-Delhi flight they were travelling in being diverted to Chennai and demanded action on alleged "breach of privilege".
-
www.ndtv.com
-
How Old Is The Plane You Are Flying On? You Can Check It In Under A Minute
- Thursday July 3, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
Curious how old your plane is? All it takes is your flight number and less than a minute to find out-no apps to download, no insider access needed
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www.ndtv.com/travel