Air India crash: Two Chandigarh-Ahmedabad delayed by 90 minutes
Ajay Verma, CEO of the Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, shared that IndiGo's flight 6E-251, which was scheduled to depart for Ahmedabad at 3.55 pm, eventually took off at 5.30 pm, resulting in a delay of 90 minutes.
He added that IndiGo's flight 6E-3659, scheduled to depart at 6.55 pm, was also delayed by nearly 90 minutes.
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Private-carrier IndiGo and IDFC FIRST Bank on Monday launched a co-branded credit card offering the benefits of both Mastercard and RuPay networks under a single application. Touted as a first-of-its-kind dual-network travel credit card, IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card, aims to make premium travel and lifestyle benefits more accessible, with special features designed for frequent flyers as well as everyday users. The card enhances travel experiences with lifestyle privileges, low forex markup, attractive trip cancellation cover, and accelerated rewards on IndiGo flight bookings, milestone spends, and everyday purchases. Dual-Network Card Pair: Comes as a two-card offering — Mastercard & RuPay issued under a single application, ensuring broad acceptance across domestic, international, and UPI transactions Two Ways to Apply: Payment of ₹4,999 joining fee Or application with a ₹1 lakh Fixed Deposit for zero joining fee and guaranteed approval Welcome Benefits (Joining Fee Route): Voucher worth 5,000 IndiGo BluChips Complimentary 6E Eats meal voucher Activation Benefit: Additional 3,000 IndiGo BluChips on spending ₹1 lakh within 90 days of card issuance Accelerated Earn Rates: Up to 22 BluChips/₹100 on IndiGo flight bookings via the IndiGo website and mobile app Milestone Benefits: Earn up to 25,000 IndiGo BluChips every year on crossing key annual spend thresholds Travel & Lifestyle Privileges: Low forex markup of just 1.49% Trip cancellation cover, travel insurance, and other lifestyle benefits Why It Matters The launch strengthens IndiGo's BluChip loyalty program, allowing customers to convert everyday spending into flight rewards. IDFC FIRST Bank said the product also reflects its 'Customer First' philosophy, with a flexible approval route for those without a strong credit history via FD-backed issuance. The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit card allows customers to earn free flights faster with earnings across daily spends. With annual spends of ₹12 lakh (Assuming 15% on Flight Bookings on IndiGo Web & App), customers can earn up to 60,000 IndiGo BluChips plus bonus vouchers of 25,000 IndiGo BluChips, every year—enough for multiple free flights to popular destinations. In the first year, they also enjoy additional Bonus vouchers of up to 8,000 IndiGo BluChips depending on their card type. What Makes This Card Unique Dual Network Advantage: You get two cards (Mastercard + RuPay) with a single application. Mastercard: Global acceptance for POS, e-commerce, and international transactions. RuPay: UPI linkage, making the credit card usable for QR payments and online UPI spends. Flexible Access: ₹4,999 joining fee (with 5,000 BluChips + meal voucher), or Zero joining fee with a ₹1 lakh Fixed Deposit (guaranteed approval). How You Earn Rewards IndiGo Bookings: Up to 22 BluChips per ₹100 spent via IndiGo's app/website. Milestone Spends: Up to 25,000 bonus BluChips annually on hitting spend thresholds. Everyday Spends: Earn BluChips on daily shopping, dining, and utility payments. Welcome Rewards: Extra 3,000 BluChips if you spend ₹1 lakh in 90 days. For heavy travelers: Annual spends of ₹12 lakh (with 15% on IndiGo tickets) could net 85,000 BluChips — enough for multiple free flights. Who should opt for this card? Best for: Frequent flyers with IndiGo, high spenders, and first-time premium card seekers who want UPI-enabled credit card access. Good alternative: For those without credit history, the FD-backed approval route offers access to a premium product without rejection risk. Watch out: ₹4,999 joining fee is steep if you don't plan to use the flight benefits often. Takeaway: If you fly IndiGo often, this card could slash your travel costs while offering flexible usage via UPI and international spends. But casual flyers may find the rewards less compelling compared to no-fee credit cards with broad cashback features. Imagine you're a young professional who: Spends ₹15,000 a month on groceries, fuel, dining out, and UPI transactions. Books 2–3 IndiGo flights a year (say, ₹20,000 worth of tickets). With the IndiGo–IDFC FIRST Credit Card: You earn up to 22 BluChips per ₹100 on IndiGo bookings. You also earn BluChips on daily spends — groceries, UPI, shopping. After a year of spending ₹1.8 lakh (₹15,000 × 12) + a couple of flights, you could easily collect 50,000+ BluChips. That's enough for at least 2–3 free domestic flights to Goa, Jaipur, or Kochi. So, by redirecting your daily expenses onto the card, you're cutting down your annual travel budget. Application Process on IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card Webpage: IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card (₹4999 + GST Joining Fee): IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card (₹0 Joining Fee with ₹1 Lakh FD): Step1: Customer selects to apply for Rs. 4999 joining fee card. Step 1: Customer selects to apply for Zero joining fee card with Rs 1 Lac FD Step 2: Customer enters basic personal details Step 2: Customer enters basic personal details Step 3: Basis eligibility, customer will be offered the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card limit. Step 3: Customer will be offered an assured card and limit basis the FD Step 4: Customer's IndiGo BluChip Membership ID will be fetched or created during the application Step 4: Customer's BluChip ID will be fetched or created during the application Step 5: Customer completes instant video KYC (if required) Step 5: Customer funds the FD with an FD of Rs. 1L Step 6: Customer pays the Joining Fees to avail welcome offers & initiate delivery of Cards. Step 6: Customer completes instant video KYC (if required)
News18
an hour ago
- News18
IndiGo and IDFC FIRST Bank launch co-branded credit card
New Delhi [India], August 18 (ANI): IndiGo airlines and IDFC FIRST Bank have announced the launch of the 'IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card', a unique product that combines the benefits of both Mastercard and RuPay networks through a single company on Monday stated that the card has been designed to provide wider acceptance and maximum payment flexibility, making it a one-of-a-kind offering in the per the company the credit card enhances travel experiences with attractive features such as lifestyle privileges, a low forex markup, trip cancellation cover, and accelerated rewards on IndiGo flight bookings, milestone spends, and everyday this launch, IndiGo has further strengthened its IndiGo BluChip loyalty program portfolio, giving customers more opportunities to earn IndiGo BluChips through their daily FIRST Bank has highlighted that the initiative reflects its vision of building a world-class bank powered by technology and a Customer First ensure accessibility, the card is also offered with an FD-backed option, making it practically assured for everyone while maintaining responsible credit risk company stated that this IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card comes with several benefits. Customers can either pay a joining fee of Rs 4,999 or apply with a Rs 1 lakh Fixed Deposit for zero joining fee and guaranteed opting for the joining fee route receive a welcome voucher worth 5,000 IndiGo BluChips along with a complimentary 6E Eats meal activation, customers also earn 3,000 additional BluChips by spending Rs 1 lakh within 90 days of card offers accelerated rewards of up to 22 BluChips per Rs 100 on IndiGo flight bookings via the IndiGo website and mobile app, and milestone benefits of up to 25,000 BluChips can also enjoy low forex markup of 1.49 per cent, travel insurance, and trip cancellation cover, while frequent flyers can accumulate up to 85,000 BluChips in a year, enough for multiple free IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit card allows customers to earn free flights faster with earnings across daily annual spends of Rs 12 lakh (Assuming 15 per cent on Flight Bookings on IndiGo Web & App), customers can earn up to 60,000 IndiGo BluChips plus bonus vouchers of 25,000 IndiGo BluChips, every year, enough for multiple free flights to popular Chopra, Chief Information & Digital Officer, IndiGo said: 'It is our endeavor to continuously enhance the value proposition of IndiGo BluChip for our loyal customers, making this relationship a rewarding experience for them. We are delighted to join hands with IDFC FIRST Bank to offer co-branded credit cards to our customers that enable them to convert their everyday expenses into BluChips and enjoy travel benefits on our ever-growing network."Speaking about the launch, Shirish Bhandari, Head, Credit Cards, Tolls & Transit and Loyalty, said, 'With the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card, we're making premium travel accessible to all, not just a few. This is more than just a credit card; it's a bold step toward democratizing travel and financial empowerment by allowing every Indian, regardless of credit history, to own the same world-class product, through a flexible application journey that includes both traditional and Fixed Deposit-backed access. Combined with a dual-network card pair, Mastercard and RuPay, the card ensures widest acceptance across India and globally, with the added convenience of UPI for everyday spends and a low forex markup of just 1.49 per cent for international use. It's a truly inclusive, digital-first, and rewarding travel card for today's generation of flyers."Anubhav Gupta, Senior Vice President, Business Development, South Asia at Mastercard, said, 'Travel today is about more than just getting from one place to another, it's about comfort, convenience, and value throughout the journey. With this new card, Mastercard is proud to support a product that enhances every part of the travel experience. From easy bookings and rewarding spends to travel insurance and lifestyle perks, this card is designed to make travel simpler, more enjoyable, and financially smarter for consumers across segments."Speaking on the development, Rajeeth Pillai, Chief Relationship Management, NPCI said, 'We are happy to collaborate with IDFC FIRST Bank and IndiGo to launch this co-branded credit card on the RuPay network. The card's UPI-enabled functionality allows users to link their RuPay credit card to a UPI ID, enabling seamless and secure transactions. It also works seamlessly across POS and e-commerce platforms, offering users flexibility and wider acceptance. This innovative feature enhances accessibility and convenience, making everyday transactions as well as travel-related spending more rewarding and secure for user". (ANI)
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
UAE to host inaugural UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit in Dubai on October 27
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The summit is part of a broader strategy to strengthen economic and tourism partnerships between the UAE and African countries, with a particular focus on attracting mutual investments in sectors like tourism, hospitality, infrastructure, and other related services. In line with this objective, the Ministry of Economy and Tourism signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Bench, the London-based organisers of FHS World. The agreement was signed in the presence of Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism. Signatories included Badreya Al Maidoor, Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector at the Ministry, and Daria Smith, Portfolio Director at The Bench. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo Through this partnership, the Ministry and The Bench will work together to manage the event's organisation and promotion, showcasing investment opportunities across Africa's diverse tourism landscape. High-level participation and broad continental representation The summit is expected to host over 250 high-level attendees, including: Senior government officials Tourism ministers Investment promotion agency representatives Private sector decision-makers and investors All 53 African nations will be represented, making it one of the most comprehensive tourism-focused gatherings of the region's public and private stakeholders. The event is strategically positioned to cement the UAE's reputation as a reliable investment partner for African countries, helping to create new pipelines for collaboration across sectors that are vital to the continent's economic future. Shared vision for sustainable growth and development Badreya Al Maidoor underscored the Summit's significance in driving joint development. She noted that the event will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange and partnership building between the UAE and African countries, aimed at advancing sustainable development through shared interests and project creation. She also aligned the Summit's goals with the UAE's national agenda, stating that the initiative supports the 'We the UAE 2031' vision, which positions the UAE as a leading global hub for the new economy. This national vision emphasizes international cooperation, future-oriented sectors, and economic sustainability. FHS World 2025: A catalyst for regional and global dialogue The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) is a globally recognized platform that brings together key players across the hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors. FHS serves as a space for: Strategic dialogue and networking Exploring global and regional hospitality trends Fostering investments and cross-border partnerships Promoting sustainable tourism and innovation Talent development and leadership exchange FHS is organized by The Bench, a company founded by Jonathan Worsley in 2001. Initially launched as the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in 2006, the event has since evolved into FHS, expanding its influence across Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the global stage. Commenting on the collaboration, Jonathan Worsley, Chairman & CEO of The Bench, expressed pride in partnering with the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism. He emphasized the UAE's role as a bridge between global capital and emerging markets, adding that the new Summit will help unlock deal flows and create a supportive ecosystem for long-term economic growth across Africa. What the summit offers Participants can expect the Summit to deliver: Opportunities for public-private collaboration in tourism, investment, and hospitality Strategic discussions on infrastructure development and market entry Insight into upcoming projects and initiatives in both the UAE and Africa Connections to international investors and institutions interested in African markets By hosting this Summit, the UAE is not only reinforcing its position as a global business gateway but also contributing to Africa's sustainable growth through inclusive partnerships and innovative investment solutions.
