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13 ARTICLES
The Gulf is getting its own version of the Schengen
A tourist visa initiative, long in the making, is set for a year-end rollout. This could foster new levels of regional cooperation across the GCC.
24 Sept 2025
The intercity bus bet by Indian startups is having its moment
Gone are the days of ramshackle buses and spotty schedules. Startups now offer a viable alternative to rail and air travel. But the real test lies ahead as they are only getting started.
23 Sept 2025
Budget IndiGo finds business class to be a ‘Stretch’
A premium offering from India’s largest airline has not evoked the expected response from flyers and just goes to show that breaking away from its low-cost DNA isn’t easy.
21 May 2025
The silent rise of Airbnb in India
Minus any drama, Airbnb’s India business seems to be chugging along well. But with several competitors lining up, the stage is set for an interesting face-off.
17 Feb 2025
EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti steps down, brother takes over
Outgoing CEO’s resignation comes a day after the sale of a part of his promoter stake through a block deal.
01 Jan 2025
It’s air purifiers, masks and tourism vs Delhi’s worsening air quality
An environmental hazard has spawned the need for these quick fixes, but do they really work?
04 Nov 2024
Why Atlys needs a closer look
The visa service provider is under fire for its vaguely worded charges, fake reviews and poor customer support.
24 Oct 2024
India’s credit card industry is undergoing a clean-up
Amid a crackdown by the RBI and dubious practices plaguing the industry, major banks are trimming many of their credit card offerings despite their popularity and business potential.
24 Mar 2024
The bittersweet journey of Ixigo
The school of hard knocks is what made the travel startup the gritty survivor it is today, says CEO Aloke Bajpai ahead of a public market listing.
20 Aug 2021
