Update by Southern Railway on X/twitter.
Next time you travel by train in India:
Indian Consulate General in New York, NY update on X/twitter.
Emirates Airlines will resume operations, but only a limited number of flights from March 2nd, with priority give to passengers with prior bookings.
“All other flights remain suspended until further notice. Emirates continues to monitor the situation, and we will develop our operational schedule accordingly. Updates will be published on emirates.com and our official social media channels.”
“Government notifies Baggage Rules, 2026. New Customs Baggage (Declaration and Processing) Regulations, 2026 and also issues a Master Circular
New Rules will simplify procedures, enhance transparency, enable electronic and advance declarations and ensure smooth clearance
New changes will allow enhanced general free allowance; transfer of residence benefits; special allowances for jewelry; new provisions for temporary import/re-import; duty-free import of one laptop (for passengers above 18 years) and pets; and enhanced passenger Facilitation”
For full details, click the press release here.
Doordarshan News Live report on X/twitter.
“NSV Kaundinya is a recreation of a 5th-century Indian ship, built using the ancient stitching technique. The vessel departed from Porbandar, Gujarat, on 29 December 2025.”
Immigration law firm update and video on X/twitter.
X/twitter update from Times/Now of new DGCA rule. Reports also say that while power banks cannot be used in-flight, they are allowed in hand luggage, but cannot be stored in overhead bins. Check with the official DGCA website for correct and latest announcement.
Visa appointment cancellations affect many workers and their families. X/twitter update. Washington Post article cited.
X/Twitter update.
Indian-origin diaspora in the US on a non-immigrant visa: think twice before traveling outside the US. X/twitter note.