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• Visit California unveils "Let's Play" campaign, inviting global travellers to 'Ultimate Playground'

  This marks California's first brand evolution in over a decade, rooted in research from the National Institute for Play (NIFP), showcasing the state as a vibrant destination where visitors can indulge in carefree fun and adventure. The campaign, based on extensive consumer research, reflects a growing trend dubbed the "joyconomy" by Wunderman Thompson Intelligence. It underscores the importance of fun and experiences that bring joy, hope, and inspiration, with 89 per cent of consumers seeing fun as a necessity during challenging times.

  

• Prayagraj railway division earned INR 166 crore through ATVMs

  According to public relation officer of Prayagraj division, Amit Kumar Singh, "Thanks to the automatic ticket vending machines, those traveling on a general ticket don't have to wait in long queues at the booking counter and stand risk of missing the train. Moreover, they are even entitled to 3 per cent concession on using smart cards for payment. Number of ticket buyers on ATVM has increased 35 per cent .

  

• Lufthansa, ITA to give up 11 slots in Milan to get EU go ahead for tie-up

  The carriers are willing to give up 22 flights, to and from the Milan airport - where ITA is seen to have a dominant position - and are already in advanced negotiations with Easyjet to take those slots, the report added, citing four EU sources and reporting no comments from the companies involved.

  

• Dubai begins construction of 'world's largest' airport with 400 gates, 5 parallel runways

  "Today, we approved the designs for the new passenger terminals at Al Maktoum International Airport, and commencing construction of the building at a cost of AED 128 billion as part of Dubai Aviation Corporation's strategy," Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and prime minister of the United Arab Emirates, said on X.

  

• Vizag international cruise terminal welcomes maiden voyage of luxury cruise ship The World

  VICT is a state-of-the-art facility designed to accommodate some of The World’s most prestigious cruise ships built with an investment of INR 96 Crore. The terminal is committed to providing first-rate services and amenities, enhancing the passenger experience, and contributing to the growth of tourism in the region. The World, renowned for its unparalleled luxury and exquisite service is docked at Visakhapatnam on Sunday (April 28). The ship brings with it an exciting influx of global tourists, eager to explore the rich cultural heritage and breath taking natural beauty of Visakhapatnam and its surrounding areas.

  

• As tourists move in, Italians are squeezed out on holiday island of Capri

  As many as 16,000 tourists a day pour onto the rocky isle in peak season, outnumbering the 12,900 residents. Most are day trippers, but increasing numbers stay the night as ever more homes are given over to holiday lets, bringing its own problems. "Capri is becoming a dormitory for tourists," said Teodorico Boniello, head of the local consumers' association. "There are more people coming than we can cope with and families can't set down roots because they can't afford to stay."

  

• Sharjah announces grand opening of Hanging Gardens in Kalba city

  Designed with recreation in mind, the Hanging Gardens feature dedicated areas for all ages, including children's play zones, mountain climbing routes, and a sprawling skaters' arena covering 24,000 square feet. Visitors can also embark on an enchanting journey through the gardens via an 820-meter excursion train track, with strategically placed stations providing access to various garden attractions.

  

• Red Sea set to become only certified Dark Sky Reserve in the Middle East

  Led by Red Sea Global, this initiative underscores a global trend towards protecting dark skies and their impact on local environments. The Red Sea's approach sets new standards in sustainability, regeneration, and responsible hospitality, ensuring that future generations can continue to marvel at its pristine dark skies and thriving ecosystems.

  

• SriLankan Airlines integrates AMOS NewGen MRO system to transform aircraft management

  ​​This strategic move towards automation in monitoring and coordinating aircraft maintenance operations with AMOS is set to enhance engineering productivity, reduce costs, and maintain the highest standards of quality and consistency in MRO activities. Additionally, the AMOSmobile/EXEC software extension empowers engineers and technicians at SriLankan Airlines with a touch-optimised app for aircraft dispatch functions, parts requests, fleet status checks, and line and base maintenance tasks.

  

• "Around 16 lakh people have registered for the Yatra": Uttarakhand CM Dhami on Char Dham Yatra

  He said,"We have assessed and analyzed all the arrangements. And whatever preparations were necessary, all the preparations have been done. Wherever there was a need for improvement, roads, transport system, parking, hotels, dhabas, restaurants and police traffic system all has been discussed. The number of pilgrims in the Yatra is increasing every year, so there should be a good Yatra... till now around 16 lakh people have registered for the Yatra."

  

• Western Railway plans to extend 6th line till Kandivli by June 2024

  A senior railway official said, "According to the set timeline, the 4.5km Goregaon-Kandivli stretch is set to open in June. If land acquisition issues are resolved in time, this corridor will be extended to Borivali by Nov 2024." A 9km-long sixth line segment between Khar and Goregaon was inaugurated in Nov 2023.

  

• 'IndiGo's wide-body aircraft order augurs well for Indian aviation'

  "The development (IndiGo's A350 aircraft order) augurs well for the industry as these (international long haul) routes are comparatively more profitable and open up avenues for innovative combinations as Indian carriers have good domestic connectivity as well," Jagannarayan Padmanabhan, Senior Director & Global Head, Transport, Mobility and Logistics - Consulting at CRISIL Market Intelligence and Analytics, said on Friday.

  

• US puts high priority on student visas; don't see numbers going backwards in our lifetime: Envoy

  "He did! It is the first time, I think in American history that a President has told an ambassador -- get those visas waiting time down. It is all because, we have Indian friends, they want to see their family members and colleagues, or business partners," the envoy said.Garcetti said there are a lot of Americans rooting for shorter wait times here.

  

• India can speak about its own visa policy: US on Australian journalist's claim on visa denial

  "Broadly, we have been clear with countries around the world about the integral role that a free press plays in the fabric of democracy. That is why we come up here and take questions regularly. But I will let the officials in India speak to the specific," Patel told reporters at a news conference.

  

• Sri Lanka leases white elephant airport built with Chinese loans

  The small airport near a wildlife sanctuary on the southern coast opened in 2013 but was immediately plagued by problems, and has been a running sore on state coffers since. Government spokesman Bandula Gunawardana told reporters that cabinet had awarded a 30-year lease to a joint venture between India's Shaurya Aeronautics and Russia's Airports of Regions Management Company.