INDIA: IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, has announced its ‘Getaway Sale’, offering exciting discounts on fares and add-ons for select domestic and international travel. Bookings under the sale can be made from 05 November to 08 November 2025 for travel between 12 November 2025 and 30 April 2026 (applicable to bookings made at least 7 days before departure).

Through the ‘Getaway Sale’, IndiGo invites customers to turn their dream getaways into reality with special all-inclusive one-way fares, starting at just ₹1,599 for domestic travel and ₹4,599 for international routes. In addition, travellers can avail discounts of up to 70% on Fast Forward and 10% on pre-booked meals, on select domestic and international sectors. Furthermore, standard seats can be booked at prices starting ₹150, exclusively on domestic sectors.

The ‘Getaway Sale’ underscores IndiGo’s commitment to delivering affordable fares, greater convenience, and extensive connectivity across its network of 90+ domestic and 40+ international destinations.

Bookings for the Getaway Sale can be made conveniently through the IndiGo website (www.goindigo.in), mobile application, AI-powered assistant 6Eskai, IndiGo WhatsApp (+91 70651 45858), or select travel partner websites and apps.

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These latest entrants in HMSI’s robust two-wheeler line-up are set to redefine the riding experience for Indian customers. The Honda CB125 Hornet has been designed keeping the aspirations of young, urban riders in mind. Showcasing an aggressive street-style design, it boasts a muscular fuel tank with sharp shrouds, stylish muffler, and four striking colour options that enhance its road presence. They are – Pearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice Yellow, Pearl Igneous Black, Pearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue Metallic, and Pearl Siren Blue with Sports Red.

The motorcycle’s premium appeal is further elevated by its first-in-segment golden USD front forks and 5-step adjustable mono-shock absorber for superior handling. Packed with advanced features, the CB125 Hornet comes equipped with an all-LED lighting system including a signature twin-LED headlamp with DRLs and high-mounted turn indicators. It also gets a 4.2-inch TFT display with Bluetooth-enabled Honda RoadSync connectivity for seamless access to navigation, calls & SMS alerts.

Additional features of the motorcycle such as a Universal USB Type-C charging port, side-stand indicator with engine inhibitor, and a 240mm petal disc at the front with single-channel ABS add to both convenience and safety. Powering the all-new CB125 Hornet is a 123.94cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected, OBD2B compliant engine that churns out 8.2 kW of power at 7500 RPM and 11.2 Nm of peak torque at 6000 RPM. The engine comes paired with a 5-speed gearbox. It can sprint from 0 to 60 km/h in just 5.4 seconds, making it the fastest motorcycle in its class.

The Honda Shine 100 DX carries forward the iconic ‘Shine’ legacy with a refreshed, premium design tailored for everyday commuting. It features a newly designed headlamp with elegant chrome garnishing, sculpted wide fuel tank, attractive body graphics, and all-black engine & grab rail, accentuated by a chrome muffler cover. Its long seat ensures maximum comfort for both rider and pillion, making it an ideal daily companion.

Equipped to meet the evolving needs of customers, the new Shine 100 DX comes with a digital LCD instrument cluster displaying real-time mileage, distance-to-empty, and service due reminders. It is offered in four vibrant colour options. They are – Pearl Igneous Black, Imperial Red Metallic, Athletic Blue Metallic, and Geny Gray Metallic.

At the heart of the Shine 100 DX is a 98.98cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected, OBD2B-compliant engine with Honda’s trusted eSP (Enhanced Smart Power) technology that produces 5.43 kW of power at 7500 RPM and 8.04 Nm of peak torque at 5000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 4-speed gearbox. This motorcycle is equipped with telescopic front forks, 5-step adjustable rear shock absorbers, drum brakes with Honda’s Combined Braking System (CBS), and a high ground clearance to ensure confident handling on varied Indian road conditions.

Honda CB125 Hornet, Shine 100 DX: Price and Availability

The all-new Honda CB125 Hornet has been launched at a limited-period introductory price of
Rs. 1,12,000 while the Shine 100 DX has been priced at Rs. 74,959, all prices ex-showroom Gurugram (Haryana). Bookings for these motorcycles are now officially open. Customers can book these brand-new motorcycles from Honda either online by logging onto the company website (https://www.honda2wheelersindia.com/) or offline by visiting their nearest Honda authorized dealership. Deliveries of both these new motorcycles will commence from mid-August 2025 in a phased manner, marking the beginning of an exciting new journey for Honda riders across the country.

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Introducing the new premium motorcycles, Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “The Indian premium motorcycle segment has shown tremendous growth over the years, especially among young and passionate riders looking for performance with style. With the launch of the CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP, we aim to further strengthen our presence in the fun biking space. These motorcycles are a true representation of Honda’s legacy of engineering excellence, aggressive design, and thrilling performance. We are confident these Hornets will strike a chord with riders who seek a dynamic and sporty riding experience.”

Speaking on the launch, Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “Hornet has always held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, and with the introduction of the CB750 and CB1000 Hornet SP, we are taking that legacy to the next level. These motorcycles combine cutting-edge technology, iconic design, and a commanding road presence, making them a compelling choice in their respective segments. The growing appetite for performance motorcycles in India excites us, and we believe these Hornets will resonate with every thrill-seeker out there. We look forward to a great response from the biking community.”

Aggressive Streetfighter Design and Striking Colour Options

Under the styling concept of ‘Aggressive X Pure’, both the CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP flaunt a muscular streetfighter design with sharp bodywork, and aggressive tank shrouds. They also get an all-LED lighting system with a striking headlamp that enhances their commanding road presence. The CB750 Hornet will be available in two bold colour schemes – Matte Pearl Glare White and Matte Ballistic Black Metallic. The flagship naked streetfighter, CB1000 Hornet SP, will be available in a single Matte Ballistic Black Metallic shade and its strength is given a special touch with the addition of gold accents.

Advanced Hardware and Hi-tech Features

Engineered for high-performance fun maneuvering, both these street naked motorcycles feature top-tier hardware components. The CB750 Hornet comes equipped with a SHOWA SFF-BPTM inverted fork at the front and a monoshock damper with Pro-Link swingarm at the rear for high quality ride comfort in speed ranges on a variety of roads. The CB1000 Hornet SP features a SHOWA SFF-BP inverted fork at the front and a new ÖHLINS TTX36 at the rear for high-speed operability.

Braking duties are managed by dual front disc brakes with 310mm Brembo radial-mount calipers for CB1000 Hornet SP and at the rear it gets a 240mm disc. The CB750 Hornet gets 296mm dual front disc brakes and a 240mm disc at the rear. Both models feature dual-channel ABS for additional safety. These naked streetfighters boast a 5.0-inch full-colour TFT display with Honda’s RoadSync app connectivity that allows seamless smartphone connectivity for navigation, call alerts, and music control via Bluetooth. They also get a new illuminated multi-functional switch on the left side of handlebar which facilitates operations intuitively such as adjusting multiple settings.

Brisk Performance and Electronic Aids

Powering the Honda CB750 Hornet is a newly developed inline 2-cylinder, 755cc, 4 Stroke,
8 valves, liquid-cooled engine with a 270-degree crank. This motor churns out 67.5 kW of power at 9,500 RPM and 75 Nm of peak torque at 7,250 RPM. The flagship CB1000 Hornet SP is powered by a 999cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 16-valve, Inline Four DOHC engine that puts out a whopping 115.6 kW of power at 11,000 RPM and 107 Nm of torque at 9,000 RPM. They come mated to a 6-speed gearbox and get an assist & slipper clutch as well.

The CB750 Hornet gets four riding modes – Sport, Standard, Rain, and User. The flagship CB1000 Hornet SP gets five riding modes. While Sport, Standard, and Rain modes remain the same for both models, it gets two rider customizable User modes, which allow the riders to customize it as per their preference. Additional rider aids include Honda Selectable Torque control which can be adjusted at three different levels to suit to rider’s preference, and emergency stop signal, making every ride safe. The CB1000 Hornet SP also features a bi-directional quickshifter as standard.

Pricing and Availability

The all-new 2025 Honda CB750 Hornet has priced at Rs. 8,59,500 (ex-showroom), while the flagship CB1000 Hornet SP carries a price tag of Rs. 12,35,900 (ex-showroom). Bookings for both motorcycles are now open, and their deliveries are set to commence from June 2025 onwards. One can also book them online via Honda BigWing India’s official website (www.HondaBigWing.in). The CB750 Hornet will be available across all BigWing Topline and BigWing dealerships while the CB1000 Hornet SP will be sold exclusively through BigWing Topline dealerships in India. With a legacy rooted in performance and style, the new Hornets are all set to create a buzz in the market.

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MUMBAI: Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUVs have set new benchmarks with world-beating features, making it an #UnlimitIndia pride moment. Driven by the overwhelming response of customers who want to access these world beaters at multiple price points, Mahindra is opening bookings for all packs of the XEV 9e and BE 6 starting February 14, 2025, at 9 AM. To support this, a structured production ramp-up is being implemented, with timelines for each variant being shared.

Vehicle Ex-Showroom Price & Start of Deliveries Timeline

*Disclaimers:

• Price does not include charger & installation cost; Billing will be done with either of the two charger options at an additional cost of ₹ 50,000 for 7.2 kW or ₹ 75,000 for 11.2 kW charger.
• Chargers for Institutional orders (2 or more) will be optional.
• Prices would be applicable at the time of delivery for all variants.

Pack Three Films:

XEV 9e Pack Three: https://youtu.be/7ZBFqKJz0mk?si=UF4K8LkFiUVzKyEF

BE 6 Pack Three: https://youtu.be/luu9XO03Fw0?si=i_-MNsyv1X35sZq9

Color Options:

• Brand website: https://www.mahindraelectricsuv.com/
• Instagram: @mahindraelectricsuvs
• Twitter (X): @mahindraeSUVs
• YouTube: @mahindraelectricsuvs
• Facebook: @mahindraelectricoriginsuvs
• Hashtags: #UnlimitIndia #XEV9e #BE6 #MahindraElectricOriginSUVs

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Top Domestic Destinations

• The top 20 domestic cities contribute 40% of all domestic searches travel during the upcoming holiday season, with Goa leading the charts
• Manali, Varanasi, Mussoorie & Udaipur witness double-digit % growth in searches
• 40% of the top 20 most searched domestic destinations include hill destinations across North and South India

The top 20 most searched domestic cities include:

• Goa
• Mumbai
• Udaipur
• Delhi
• Jaipur
• Manali
• Puri
• Bengaluru
• Munnar
• Varanasi
• Lonavala
• Mahabaleshwar
• Hyderabad
• Ooty
• Jaisalmer
• Kolkata
• Coorg
• Mussoorie
• Pondicherry
• Shimla

Top International Destinations:

• The top 20 international destinations contribute 83% of all international searches for travel during the upcoming holiday season
• Azerbaijan & Malaysia witness 248% & 100% growth in searches respectively. Japan, Vietnam & Turkey experience healthy double-digit growth in searches
• Canada & Maldives are the only two destinations among the top 20 that saw a drop in searches

The top 20 most searched international destinations include:

• United Arab Emirates
• Thailand
• Singapore
• Indonesia
• Malaysia
• United States
• Vietnam
• United Kingdom
• Sri Lanka
• Australia
• Canada
• Nepal
• Maldives
• Saudi Arabia
• Azerbaijan
• France
• Japan
• Hong Kong
• Turkey
• Qatar

Preferred Time of Travel

• Similar to last year, the Saturday before Christmas (21st Dec) continues to be the most searched travel date for both domestic and international travel.
• However, for domestic hotel searches, there is also a spike in interest for travel starting Dec 25th which indicates that travelers might be extending their holidays beyond Christmas till New Year’s Day

Business Class Travel on the Rise

• Business class bookings across domestic and international have grown by 50% YoY
• 80% increase in business class bookings for international flights
• 27% increase in business class bookings for domestic flights

Trend Towards Premiumization in Hotel Bookings

• The contribution of domestic hotel bookings priced above INR 10K+ increased to 22% as compared to 20% in the same period last year
• The contribution of international hotel bookings priced above INR 10K+ increased from 51% in 2023 to 57% this year

Holiday Packages

• Double-digit growth in bookings for holiday packages for the upcoming year-end holiday season 
• Average spending on year-end holiday packages has increased by 7% compared to the same period last year

Top domestic holiday packages:

• Andaman
• Kerala
• Goa
• Himachal
• Kashmir

Top international holiday packages

• Dubai
• Thailand
• Singapore
• Maldives
• Bali

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GURUGRAM: Air India, India’s leading global airline, has won global recognition for its generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven booking feature which once rolled out will considerably enhance the reservation experience of its customers. Air India’s innovative concept won the Red Dot award – acknowledged worldwide as one of the most prestigious recognitions for design concepts by the global design community in Singapore recently.

The ‘Design Concepts’ category acknowledges exceptional concepts or prototypes that are at the developmental stage, as well as those ready for market. Established in 2005, the award identifies new design concepts and innovations leading to the launch of great products in the future. The Air India concept is showcased now in the Red Dot Design Museum in Singapore.

New digital interaction paradigms can use text and visual interactions interchangeably to speed the user’s digital journey. Air India has applied this AI-generated insight to reimagine the classic ticket booking journey to largely enhance its reservation experience. This award-winning innovation will have several benefits when rolled out for customers for ticket-booking purposes:

• Minimize user effort in making bookings: Instead of navigating many pages of screens with selections to be made and data to be entered, users can just specify their intent to travel using a simple request and complete the reservation instantly.
• Reduced ticket-booking time: By speeding the guest’s journey through the booking flows, the time spent by them in making reservations is drastically reduced.
• Seamless booking journey from research to travel: The new interaction paradigm will eventually power Air India’s end-to-end booking experience from researching destinations to travel and post-travel support. The capability will be available for all of Air India’s digital channels to help guests switch sessions across channels seamlessly.

“Being ‘customer-obsessed’ and ‘design-rich’ are two key operative principles we have adopted in Air India’s digital transformation journey. Air India is making considerable effort to create aesthetic and user-friendly designs to help our guests effectively use our digital channels, like the mobile app, website, and the generative AI virtual agent AI.g. It is an honor to win the global Red Dot Award in the Design Concepts category for this innovation and we look forward to rolling it out in our digital channels soon,” said Dr Satya Ramaswamy, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Air India.

Implementation of this new system across Air India’s mobile app, website, and chatbot will be driven by the insights gained from the airline’s consumer-facing generative AI technologies based virtual agent AI.g, which remains the first and most advanced generative AI virtual agent in the global airline industry.

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INDIA: One97 Communications Limited (OCL) which owns the brand Paytm, India’s leading payments and financial services distribution company and the pioneer of QR and mobile payments, has announced a Travel Carnival Sale until June 7, offering exclusive 10%-25% discounts on both domestic and international trips this summer season.

As part of the Travel Carnival Sale, the company has partnered with Bank of Baroda and ICICI Bank to provide exclusive discounts. Customers can enjoy up to 15% off on domestic flights, up to 10% off on international flights, and up to 25% off on bus bookings. There are zero payment gateway charges on train bookings when paid using UPI through Paytm, making travel even more affordable.

Paytm is seeing a rising interest in offbeat destinations such as Langkawi (Malaysia), Baku (Azerbaijan) and Almaty (Kazakhstan). The company is also offering special discounts on new destinations every week. This week’s destination is Baku and users can avail flat 25% off on Flight tickets to Baku. New destinations will be revealed every week on the Travel section in the Paytm app.

Paytm Spokesperson said, “Our goal is to make travel more accessible and affordable for everyone. By partnering with banks, we’re able to offer exclusive discounts that further enhance savings across a broad spectrum of travel bookings. With features like zero charges on train bookings via UPI and substantial discounts on flights and buses, we are confident that our customers will find great value in this sale. We invite everyone to take advantage of these offers and make their travel plans with Paytm.”

The company is also offering incredible discounts on trains, and bus tickets, making it the perfect opportunity for users to plan their summer getaways.

For train travelers, Paytm waives all charges for train ticket bookings made through UPI. The platform offers features such as live train status updates, Easy Tatkal Booking, PNR checks, Guaranteed Seat Assistance, and Free Cancellation, providing a seamless travel planning experience. For bus travelers, the company offers features like live bus tracking, free cancellation and a best price guarantee. For female bus travelers, unique features like bus ratings, “most booked by females,” and “female favorites” are available to enhance safety and comfort. These tools help users make informed decisions based on reliable information.

Users can also benefit from the ‘Free Cancellation’ option for a full refund directly to their payment source and choose from various payment methods, including Paytm UPI, Wallet, net banking, and credit or debit cards for hassle-free bookings.

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Bringing the nostalgic spark of thrill to the road, Kinetic Green joyfully extends the golden opportunity for enthusiasts to lock in their E-Luna bookings. The smart, robust, and heavy-duty E-Luna can be pre-booked on the Kinetic Green website for just Rs. 500. This nominal amount ensures a vast audience can actively engage in the electric revolution, ensuring that sustainable transportation options are within reach for diverse consumers.

Link for pre-booking of E-Luna: https://kineticgreen.com/campaign/e-luna

Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Founder and CEO of Kinetic Green, expressed her excitement over reintroducing the legendary Luna in a brand-new electric avatar, “We are delighted to announce that the iconic Luna is making a comeback in a brand-new electric avatar. Today, Kinetic Green embarks on a journey down memory lane. The E-Luna is set to be launched in early February 2024, with bookings opening on Republic Day, January 26, 2024. We chose this day to present E-Luna to the citizens of India, as E-Luna is not only fully ‘Made in India’ but also “Made for India”!  E-Luna is designed as a sturdy and durable EV, with the road conditions and driving requirements of consumers not only in metro and Tier 1 towns but for the tier-2, and tier-3 cities and rural markets of India. It is designed to provide an efficient alternative to traditional petrol two-wheelers while addressing the evolving preferences of modern consumers. With impressive technical specifications, performance capabilities, a robust set of features, and a commitment to environmental responsibility, the E-Luna will distinguish itself as a versatile and practical choice for consumers in the new Bharat. We are excited to tell the consumers that it is once again time to say, Chal Meri Luna, iss baar Petrol ke Bina!”

The E-Luna stands out in the electric vehicle market as a unique segment with unparalleled versatility. It represents innovation as it is designed to cater to various functions, including personal commuting and small businesses. Its advanced electric technology and innovative features contribute to an eco-friendly and efficient riding experience.

With the launch of the E-Luna, Kinetic Green reaffirms its dedication to promoting sustainable mobility solutions. The vehicle addresses the growing demand for cleaner transportation alternatives, emphasizing the company’s role in driving positive environmental change.

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The SAAS-based platform enables corporations and TMCs to manage business travel globally and is a mobile-first corporate travel automation and self-booking solution focused on the business travel market.  It offers TMCs the entire gambit of functionalities including corporate profiling, implementation, inventory type, and form of payments. The platform provides for multiple invoice profiles and also helps corporates and TMCs undertake return on investment calculations. Additionally, Paxes allows users to create dynamic custom fields for granular reporting and analyze expenses through the spend analyzer.

Speaking about the great reception and pan-India launch, Gaurav Bhatnagar, Co-founder, of TBO.com, said, “In the contemporary world, business travel is a very significant aspect that needs attention within all organizations. The vision at Paxes has always been to create made-to-measure solutions for TMCs and be their go-to partners for business travel needs. We have been tried and tested within the ecosystem by some leading companies, and they have acknowledged our services. There has never been a better time to make business travel in India easier and give many companies the power of Paxes.”

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