Air India has launched its first ‘Easy Connect’ flight under the Government of India’s new hub-and-spoke aviation model, beginning with Varanasi. Goa is among the next 11 cities set to receive the service, enabling seamless international travel through Air India’s major hubs with simplified check-in, immigration, and baggage transfer.
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Air India and Riyadh Air Sign Strategic Partnership to Expand Premium Travel Between India and Saudi Arabia
Air India and Riyadh Air have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen connectivity between India, Saudi Arabia and global destinations. The partnership aims to introduce codeshare and interline agreements while exploring collaboration in loyalty programmes, cargo, technology and customer experience.
Air India to Resume Non-Stop Flights to Mainland China; Delhi–Shanghai Route Restarting February 2026
Air India will restart non-stop flights between Delhi and Shanghai from 1 February 2026, with four weekly services operated by Boeing 787-8 aircraft. A Mumbai–Shanghai route is also planned later in 2026, subject to approvals.
First International Charter Flight Lands at Mopa Airport, Marking Start of Goa’s Peak Tourist Season
The 2025–26 charter season in Goa took off with the arrival of the first flight from Novosibirsk, Russia, at Manohar International Airport, Mopa, on October 2. The event signals a strong international travel resurgence and sets the tone for a high-demand year-end tourism season.
Goa Tops Travel Charts for Independence Day Long Weekend: MakeMyTrip Insights Reveal
As India gears up for the Independence Day long weekend, new insights from MakeMyTrip reveal that Goa remains the top travel destination for domestic travelers, followed by Udaipur, Jaipur, and Puri. International favorites include Pattaya, Bali, and Singapore.