India

Category Archives for India.

Panic Before Takeoff: Emirates delays A380 departure from SFO because of new H1B Rules

September 21, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows the interior of an airplane cabin with passengers standing and sitting. The seats are equipped with personal entertainment screens displaying various content. Some passengers are interacting with each other, and a few are holding drinks. The cabin is well-lit, and the overhead compartments are closed.

Emirates witnessed a pandemonium on board, as the new H1B policy proclamation put out confusion due to lack of clarity in the early days.

America’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Move: What It Means If You’re Indian and Planning to Travel

September 20, 2025 by Ajay 1 Comment

The image shows a dark blue background with white text that reads "Presidential Actions" and "Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers." Above the text is a circular emblem featuring an eagle, with the numbers "45" and "47" on either side. Below the main text, it says "Proclamations" and "September 19, 2025."

The US H1B Visa has just entered a new zone, where the Annual Fee will cost USD 100,000, payable to the US Government. This is some travel advice for those affected by this mode.

Pakistan Airspace continues to be closed to Indian airlines

September 19, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Pakistan Airspace has been closed to Indian carriers for months now. This means that many Indian airlines operating flights will have to circumvent Pakistan through the Arabian Sea, and hence delays happen for flights.

How to start claiming Air India Maharaja Points on your Zomato orders

September 19, 2025 by Ajay 4 Comments

A man with a beard is walking on an airport tarmac, carrying a red Zomato bag. He is wearing a blue shirt and has a backpack. In the background, there is an Air India airplane with its stairs down, ready for boarding. The sky is clear with a few clouds.

You can now earn Maharaja Club points from your Zomato orders. A new collaboration that started earlier this week.

Rent Payments on Credit Cards shut by major fintechs due to new RBI Rules

September 18, 2025 by Ajay 3 Comments

Illustration showing a hand holding a credit card on the left. On the right, there is an image of a house with a red prohibition symbol over it. Above, the text reads "RENT NOT PAYABLE."

A number of fintech apps have recently discontinued their ability to process rent payments on credit cards. Here is why.

IndiGo launching flights to Copenhagen, effective October 8, 2025

September 18, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows an airplane on a runway. The aircraft is painted in white and blue, with the word "IndiGo" visible on the side. The tail features a stylized design in blue. The background includes a grassy area and some trees under an overcast sky.

IndiGo has announced a new flight between Mumbai and Copenhagen, its third destination on the widebody aircraft. Here are the details.

Prepare for Lounge Access Chaos as Dreamfolks exits Lounge Access Business in India

September 16, 2025 by Ajay 1 Comment

A man stands in front of a door with a sign above it that reads "LOUNGE ACCESS DECLINED." He is holding a card in his hand and has a disappointed expression. He is wearing a light blue shirt and has a backpack over one shoulder.

Lounge Access will go for a toss at Indian Airports as a major intermediary, Dreamfolks is pulling out of the business with immediate effect.

CRED aims to be a full-scope digital money manager with its Yosemite Release; Launches CRED(it) Cards with RuPay and IndusInd Bank

September 16, 2025 by Ajay 2 Comments

A man is standing on a stage holding a credit card. Behind him is a large projection of an IndusInd Bank card with a chip, labeled "LIMITED ISSUE 750 AU." The background is dark, and there are ropes visible on the stage.

CRED wades into the Credit Card Space, offering two brand new credit cards. Here are the details of what CRED is going to offer in the coming days.

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer offering a Global Redemption Sale with 20% off on mileage redemption

September 11, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows a side view of two modern airplane seats in a reclined position. The seats have a sleek design with dark upholstery and integrated headrests. The armrests feature built-in controls and a small screen. The seats are positioned on a light gray background.

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is running a new promotion, where you can get 20% off the usual number of miles required for the redemption. Here are the details.

New US Department of State Visa Advisory advises to not apply for visa appointemnt in a third country

September 7, 2025 by Ajay 4 Comments

This image shows a sample of a United States visa. It includes a photo of a person on the left and various details on the right, such as issuing post name, surname, given name, passport number, nationality, sex, birth date, visa type/class, issue date, and expiration date. The word "SPECIMEN" is printed across the bottom. The background features a faint image of the U.S. Capitol building.

A recent change, just notified, is essentially eliminating the flexibility to apply for a US visa from other countries. You need to only apply from the country of your nationality or the country you reside in now on.