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Pet Travel from India 2026: DGCA Rules Airline Policies AWBI Certificates Decoded

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Updated May 2026 DGCA rules allow pets to fly on Indian commercial flights with airline approval and proper documentation. IndiGo offers limited in-cabin pet service for small dogs and cats up to 7 kg (carrier included); Air India accepts pets as checked-cargo (AVIH SSR code) up to 32 kg combined. SpiceJet and Akasa Air have […]

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A passenger aircraft parked on the tarmac of an Indian airport under hazy early-morning skies after a diversion.

Flight Diverted to Another City: Your Rights & What the Airline Owes You (India)

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If your flight is diverted to another city in India, the DGCA does not give you a fixed cash payout just for the diversion. What you are owed is care (refreshments, and a hotel if you are held overnight), onward travel to your original destination at the airline’s cost, and a full refund only if

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Forex Card vs Credit Card for International Travel — Indian Guide 2026

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Forex Card vs Credit Card for International Travel — Indian Guide 2026 TL;DR — Indians spent USD 31.7 billion abroad in FY2024-25 under LRS (RBI, 2025). For most trips, a prepaid forex card saves 2-4% versus a standard credit card due to locked-in rates and no foreign transaction fee. But zero-markup credit cards like HDFC

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How to Exchange Foreign Currency in India — Best Rates 2026

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How to Exchange Foreign Currency in India — Best Rates 2026 TL;DR — Indian residents purchased USD 31.7 billion under LRS in FY2024-25 (RBI, 2025). Authorised money changers like BookMyForex, Centrum, and Thomas Cook typically beat bank rates by 1-3% and airport rates by 4-7%. Buy online 2-3 days before departure, keep forex under Rs.

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What Is Baggage Allowance? A Complete Guide for Indian Flyers

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What Is Baggage Allowance? A Complete Guide for Indian Flyers Baggage allowance is the amount of luggage — by weight, piece, or both — that an airline permits you to carry on a flight without extra charge. Understanding your exact allowance before arriving at the airport can save you significant money: excess baggage fees in

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Medical Emergency on a Flight: What Happens & Your Rights

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Medical emergencies happen on flights more often than most travellers realise. A 2013 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine analysed 11,920 in-flight medical events across a major US carrier over a five-year period, finding an incident rate of one medical event per 604 flights. With India’s aviation sector carrying over 150 million

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Passport 6-Month Validity Rule: Which Countries Require It

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The 6-month passport validity rule catches Indian travellers off guard more often than almost any other travel document issue. You can have a valid ticket, a confirmed visa, and a hotel booking, and still be denied boarding or entry at the destination because your passport expires within six months. Understanding which countries enforce this rule,

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Air India Baggage Policy 2026 — Cabin, Checked, Power Bank, Pet & Special Items Complete Guide

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Updated May 2026 Air India’s 2026 baggage allowance varies by fare class and route. Domestic economy passengers receive 15 kg checked + 7 kg cabin baggage. International economy: 23 kg checked + 7 kg cabin to most destinations; 2 x 23 kg checked to USA/Canada. Business class: 32 kg checked + 12 kg cabin domestic/intl.

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Tatkal Passport Application Guide 2026 — Fees, Timeline, Eligibility

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Updated May 2026 Tatkal passport in India is the express service for Indian citizens needing passports urgently. Application fee: ₹3,500 (₹2,000 standard + ₹2,000 tatkal premium = ₹3,500 for 36-page; ₹4,500 for 60-page). Processing: 3 working days (vs 30-45 days for normal). Apply via Passport Seva portal: tatkal slot opens 3 PM on weekdays (limited

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Damaged & Delayed Baggage Compensation India 2026 — DGCA ₹20K + Montreal ₹1.72L Decoded

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Updated May 2026 If your checked baggage arrives damaged, delayed, or lost in India, file a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) at the airline counter at the arrival airport before leaving. Indian carriers offer compensation per IATA Montreal Convention rules (around 1,288 SDR / approximately ₹1.5 lakh maximum for international flights) and per DGCA passenger rights

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