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MEA introduces significant changes in the delivery of passports, visas and consular services

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Monday, 4 September 2023, 9:57 AM 466

In its move to mitigate predatory pricing, MEA tightens rules for selection of partners visas and consular service to the Indian diaspora and foreign visitors. Further, to make the service more robust, seamless and reliable, the MEA is committed to serve Indians migrating and foreigners visiting India with an overarching vision to strengthen India’s Image […]Continue Reading

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TAAI to host 2023 Convention in Sri Lanka from July 6-9

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Thursday, 25 May 2023, 6:04 PM 1311

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) is set to host its 2023 Convention in the capital city of Sri Lanka, Colombo from July 6-9, on the invitation from the Sri Lankan Tourism Promotion Board (SLTPB). The 67th Convention and Exhibition in Colombo is being held in association with Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour […]Continue Reading

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VFS Global, TAAI with THSC offer skill training to 25 women

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Monday, 22 May 2023, 5:00 PM 905

VFS Global and Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) in association with Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council (THSC0, undertook hospitality training of 25 young women from the marginalised communities. The 150-hour training programme was conducted at PMKK Lucknow through an affiliated training partner Mahendra Skills. All participants were awarded with completion Continue Reading

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Go First Crisis: TAAI delegation led by Jyoti Mayal met Civil Aviation Minister

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Friday, 12 May 2023, 10:04 AM 1456

A TAAI (Travel Agents Association of India) delegation led by its president Jyoti Mayal met the Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia in New Delhi. During the half an hour meeting Mayal briefed the minister on the ongoing issue of Go First airline and how the crisis is affecting both the travel agents and the passengers. […]Continue Reading

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TAAI expresses concern over Go First filing for insolvency

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Wednesday, 3 May 2023, 3:00 PM 977

TAAI President Jyoti Mayal has expressed concern over the sudden cancellation of all flights by GO First Airline on 3rd & 4th May 2023, stating that it has put the aviation industry in a state of shock. Go First has filed an application for voluntary insolvency resolution proceedings before NCLT as per media & ministry […]Continue Reading

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TAAI engages with Kazakhstan & Amalty Tourism for tapping Indian market 

By Disha Ghosh Saturday, 12 November 2022, 8:15 PM 1394

TAAI (Travel Agents Association of India) President Jyoti Mayal is currently leading a delegation to Kazakhstan for knowledge exchange. This initiative is aimed at offering know-how about the requirements of the Indian traveller, group, individual or MICE, while on an international holiday, and the preparedness of the destination to service their demands. She is hopeful Continue Reading