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<image:caption>An Air India aircraft</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Travellers can still check in 15 kg of luggage</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The new fare does not replace Air India's existing fare structure</image:caption>
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<news:title>Air India Introduces Budget-Friendly ‘Basic’ Fare Without Complimentary Meals</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/ampstories/experiences/nature/7-stunning-places-in-india-to-experience-the-magic-of-the-night-sky</loc>
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<image:caption>Explore India's top stargazing spots</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Hanle, Ladakh</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Spiti, Himachal Pradesh</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Rann of Kutch, Gujarat</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Jaisalmer, Rajasthan</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Coorg, Karnataka</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Neil Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Discover 7 of North India's most scenic trekking trails</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:21:01.568+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>7 Stunning Places In India To Experience The Magic Of The Night Sky</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/inside-the-adriatic-fortress-hotel-taking-over-montenegros-luxury-travel-scene</loc>
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<image:caption>A restored fortress in the Adriatic is now Montenegro’s most talked-about luxury stay</image:caption>
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<image:caption>From fortress walls to floating wellness rituals, this Montenegro stay is built for escape</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Mamula Island blends heritage architecture with modern island luxury in the Bay of Kotor</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Sea-facing suites, historic stone walls and Adriatic sunsets define life on Mamula Island</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-18T10:00:00.000+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Inside The Adriatic Fortress Hotel Taking Over Montenegro’s Luxury Travel Scene</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/royal-jordanian-maintains-steady-operations-as-indian-travel-demand-recovers</loc>
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<image:caption>A parked Royal Jordanian aircraft at Amman airport</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A view of Wadi Rum, Jordan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-18T08:00:00.000+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Royal Jordanian Maintains Steady Operations As Indian Travel Demand Recovers</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/responsible-tourism/chapchar-kut-the-story-of-a-feast-that-became-a-festival</loc>
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<image:caption>Behind the colours, music and dance of Chapchar Kut lies a centuries-old origin story.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A glimpse of Mizo cultural pride in Lamka, Manipur, in 1980, where traditional attire and dance reflected the same spirit of community celebrated during Chapchar Kut.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chapchar Kut brings communities together to celebrate Mizo heritage through traditional dance, music, attire and festivities.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Like many traditions celebrated during Chapchar Kut, Mizo attire has evolved over generations, with some textiles and ornaments changing from men's to women's wear over time.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The rhythmic movements of the Cheraw bamboo dance bring the spirit of Chapchar Kut to life, celebrating Mizo heritage through music, precision and tradition.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The vibrant Puanchei, one of the most distinctive traditional garments of Mizo women, remains an enduring symbol of cultural pride during Chapchar Kut celebrations.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-18T06:00:00.000+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chapchar Kut: The Story Of A Feast That Became A Festival</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/ampstories/experiences/adventure/7-best-trekking-trails-in-northern-india</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2025-05-05/qnogxqfl/Kudremukh-Trek-trail</image:loc>
<image:caption>Discover 7 of North India's most scenic trekking trails</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Markha Valley trek</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Hampta Pass</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Valley of Flowers trek</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Kashmir Great Lakes Trek</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-17/palwy3gd/14b9f855-5e95-4fc9-90ff-a0f23ee540f2Buran-Ghati-2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Buran Ghati Trek</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Har Ki Dun trek</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chadar Trek</image:caption>
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<image:caption>These design-led glass hotels across the world blend luxury, sustainability, and uninterrupted views of nature</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T18:46:07.111+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>7 Best Trekking Trails In Northern India</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/gaggan-anand-bill-bensley-team-up-for-a-design-led-hotel-in-japan</loc>
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<image:caption>A new chapter for luxury travel begins at a historic Japanese sake brewery</image:caption>
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<image:caption>One of Asia’s most anticipated hospitality openings is taking shape in Japan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:30:00.000+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gaggan Anand, Bill Bensley Team Up For A Design-Led Hotel In Japan</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/destinations/india/25-reasons-why-india-travels-with-makemytrip</loc>
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<image:caption>Flights, hotels, holiday packages, trains, AI trip planning, and more—25 reasons why India travels with MakeMyTrip</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Every journey begins with a plan—and the right platform</image:caption>
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<image:caption>From bucket-list dreams to weekend escapes, travel starts here</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Travel farther, explore deeper, experience more.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Turning travel plans into unforgettable memories</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Exploring new places, one booking at a time</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:03:49.259+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>25 Reasons Why India Travels With MakeMyTrip</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/stay/a-sanctuary-for-the-mind-body-and-soul</loc>
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<image:caption>Woods at Sasan is a nature-led wellness retreat in Gir</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Private villas with open-air living</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Forest dining under the stars</image:caption>
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<news:title>A Sanctuary For The Mind, Body, And Soul</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/stay/at-niraamaya-retreats-kumarakom-preventive-wellness-is-more-than-just-time-at-the-spa</loc>
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<image:caption>Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters &amp; Beyond, Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A houseboat on the backwaters of Kumarakom, Kerala</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Geese on the lawns at Niraamaya Retreats, Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>My villa facing the water</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The winding down space outside my room</image:caption>
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<image:caption>An elderly woman weaving a mat</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Making roofing panels with coconut leaves</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Shampoo made from hibiscus leaves</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A toddy tapper at work</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A local woman shows a fresh catch from the backwaters of Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lotus blooms on the Vembanad Lake</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The boatsman gave us a tour of the Vembanad Lake</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Sunset over the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Bharatanatyam performance at the lobby</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A preparation of meen pollichathu</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chefs at Niraamaya Retreats, Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The Sadya meal at Cafe Samsara</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The lobby at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters &amp; Beyond</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The pool space at Niraamaya Retreats, Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A spa room at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters &amp; Beyond</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Pottery session at Niraamaya Retreats in Kumarakom</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The coconut sapling that I planted during my stay</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The Vembanad Lake at sunset from Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters &amp; Beyond</image:caption>
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<news:title>At Niraamaya Retreats, Kumarakom, Preventive Wellness Is More Than Just Time At The Spa</news:title>
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<image:caption>St. Regis Hotels &amp; Resorts has partnered with California label STAUD on a limited resort capsule with streamlined travel pieces and structured accessories,</image:caption>
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<image:caption>FRAME x Ritz Paris embodies American ease paired with the luxury and elegance of Ritz Paris</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Designed under Creative Director Olivier Rousteing, the activation brings the house’s signature motifs and monochrome detailing across spaces</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The property has partnered with Sporty &amp; Rich on a Riviera-inspired capsule collection</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Kimpton Kitalay Samui sits on Choeng Mon Beach in Koh Samui, Thailand</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The Takeover and Pop-Up Store, an exclusive resort accessories collection that blends the modern novelty of STAUD with the glamour of St. Regis</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T08:00:00.000+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Luxury Stays, Limited Drops: The Hotels Defining Fashion Collaborations</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/destinations/international/kaikōura-a-remote-coastal-town-where-whales-mountains-and-māori-heritage-meet-at-the-edge-of-the-sea</loc>
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<image:caption>Kaikōura seen from Kaikōura Peninsula</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The waters off Kaikōura are one of the few places on Earth where sperm whales can be seen year-round</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Visitor's centre, Kaikōura</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Kaikoura downtown</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T06:00:00.000+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kaikōura: A Remote Coastal Town Where Whales, Mountains, and Māori Heritage Meet At The Edge Of The Sea</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/ampstories/stay/6-stunning-glasshouse-hotels-across-the-world</loc>
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<image:caption>These design-led glass hotels across the world blend luxury, sustainability, and uninterrupted views of nature</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Glass Resort, Finland</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Panorama Glass Lodge, Iceland</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The Glass Villa, Goa, India</image:caption>
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<image:caption>PurePods, New Zealand</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Casa Etérea, Mexico</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lucia Smart, Finland</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Nagarahole National Park in Karnataka</image:caption>
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<news:title>6 Stunning Glasshouse Hotels Across The World</news:title>
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<image:caption>Bharat Gaurav trains are designed around themed travel</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A significant part of travel is in the adventure of the journey for many</image:caption>
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<news:title>Stories In Transit</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/india-overhauls-uae-visa-and-passport-services-with-new-provider-from-2026</loc>
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<image:caption>The Dubai skyline</image:caption>
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<image:caption>People applying for passport, visa or consular services before July 1 have been told to continue using the existing centres</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The new provider will manage a range of consular services, including passport issuance and renewals</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T18:23:14.935+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India Announces New Visa And Passport Service Provider In UAE; Key Changes Explained</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/stay/wild-escapes-with-waterwoods-from-kabinis-riverbanks-to-havelocks-tropical-forests</loc>
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<image:caption>A riverfront wilderness retreat near Nagarhole Tiger Reserve in Kabini</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A forest-fringed island escape on Havelock Island in the Andamans</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T18:19:30.723+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wild Escapes With Waterwoods: From Kabini’s Riverbanks To Havelock’s Tropical Forests</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/beyond-the-runway-the-infrastructure-and-innovation-powering-indias-aviation-rise</loc>
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<image:caption>India’s aviation sector continues to expand through infrastructure, innovation and enhanced connectivity</image:caption>
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<image:caption>New airports and regional routes are helping reshape the future of air travel across the country</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Technology and sustainability are emerging as key pillars of India’s aviation growth story</image:caption>
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<image:caption>With ambitious expansion plans, India is charting a course towards becoming a global aviation hub</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T18:17:27.980+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Beyond The Runway: The Infrastructure And Innovation Powering India’s Aviation Rise</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.outlooktraveller.com/destinations/india/18-years-of-blr-airportfrom-gateway-to-destination</loc>
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<image:caption>Terminal 1, Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport)</image:caption>
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<image:caption>080 Lounge at Terminal 2</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Airport Cinema Club</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Bengaluru’s “Garden City” reputation comes alive inside the airport</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T18:15:12.484+05:30</news:publication_date>
<news:title>18 Years Of BLR Airport:
From Gateway To Destination</news:title>
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