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The war for providing the most affordable and reliable commute just got hotter. For long, radio cabs and regular taxis have ruled the roost in Mumbai. Rickshaws have always been there too, but they either refuse to ply to certain areas or charge a bomb when they do, courtesy ‘fast’ meters. Even though taxis have [...]

Close on the heels of radio cabs, it is the turn of the humble auto rickshaw to turn hi-tech now. Here is AyAuto, a Dial-an-Auto service in Pune that hopes to capitalise on people’s desire to have a mode of conveyance on demand, and one which is not so heavy on the pocket too.

One of India’s most heavily visited sites, http://www.irctc.co.in/ has gone in for a makeover. The new site seems much more simpler, user friendly, and easier to navigate, though I haven’t tried out all options yet. It is presently labeled ‘Beta’, and keeping in tune with our Independence Day, will go live on 15-Aug-10.

Air Arabia seems to have made a habit of launching special schemes and offers during this time each year. Unlike last year, when the airline turned five and offered a free flight on Air Arabia, this time they’re offering round trip tickets to Sharjah with a one-month UAE tourist visa for Rs.12,919 from any of it’s thirteen locations in India.

Just got back yesterday from another quick visit to Bangalore and as always it was a fun filled one. This time though, it was more of a gastronomical delight, with a superb lunch at Caperberry and a hearty breakfast at The Egg Factory. One thing I noticed was that both airlines I used on this [...]

Yay ! Back in Bangalore after my last visit in June. Flew Kingfisher Red this time, and I was informed before that there would be no in-flight entertainment, no blankets or pillows, and no choice of cuisine. Well… the person telling me this was out of touch with reality coz I watched the Autocar show [...]

Yes, that’s right… Jet Airways is offering a discount of 50% for the next 5 days !! The airline, suffering heavily since the past five days, finally returned to work mode as their pilots finally called off their agitation. On their part, Jet agreed to reinstate the four pilots besides deciding not to initiate any disciplinary action against the pilots who [...]