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<title>Flight taking off from Denver hits pedestrian on runway</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The plane, a narrow-body Airbus A321, was carrying 224 passengers and seven crew members ]]></description>
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<title>Historic Lalkuthi set to reopen after major restoration</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The restoration work on the red-brick structure began in 2023 and has now been mostly completed after almost three years; only some decorative work related to the red-brick architectural features is still left ]]></description>
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<title>Operations snapped at 13 Russian airports after UAV strike</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Air traffic management operations in the region had been “temporarily adjusted” following the incident while authorities assess the operational status of equipment at the site ]]></description>
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<title>Bangladeshi killed in Ukrainian drone attack in Russia</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ He is believed to have died around a week ago ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:04:38 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, Russia, Ukraine, drone, war</media:keywords>
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<title>Visit &amp;apos;Mother’s Market&amp;apos; on Mother&amp;apos;s Day</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mother’s Market will showcase 30 mother-led businesses offering handcrafted, self-made and passion-driven products, including hand-painted sarees, artisanal jewellery, homemade preserves and handcrafted candles ]]></description>
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<media:keywords>Mother&#039;s day, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan, hospitality, motherhood, craftsmanship, fashion, artisanal foods</media:keywords>
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<title>Migrant worker Dipali&amp;apos;s body back home from Beirut</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/migrant-worker-dipalis-body-back-home-from-beirut</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Her tragic fate highlights the extreme vulnerability of Bangladeshi migrant workers in conflict zones and raises urgent questions about the adequacy of protections for them when host countries descend into war ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:32:11 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>migrant worker, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Beirut, State Minister, ForeignMinistry, Shama Obaid Islam</media:keywords>
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<title>Grab Foodpanda&amp;apos;s special offers on Mother’s Day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/grab-foodpandas-special-offers-on-mothers-day</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ As part of the campaign, customers will get Tk. 175 off of their orders instead of the usual Tk. 150 discount ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:51:41 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>foodpanda, offer, Mother&#039;s Day, food, estaurant</media:keywords>
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<title>AirAsia places milestone order for 150 A220s</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The A220 complements AirAsia’s existing Airbus fleet and will play a key role in advancing the Group’s network and growth ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:18:54 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Hemonti blossoms turn Uttara Ganabhaban into a tourist attraction</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Seven Hemonti trees scattered across the palace grounds are currently in full bloom, creating a colorful and tranquil atmosphere ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:57:33 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>EU bans airlines from adding fuel charges after ticket purchase</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ &quot;Airlines may adapt their published fares to the situation, but adding a fuel surcharge to a ticket after it has been bought cannot be justified&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:11:15 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>EU, Brussels, European Commission, package holidays, spokeswoman, Anna-Kaisa Itkonen, aviation sector, Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>WHO tracing 98 passengers on flight with hantavirus victim</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The World Health Organization is urgently working to trace the passengers who were aboard a flight with the Dutch woman who died of hantavirus infection ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:25:08 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>WHO, Hantavirus, flight, infection</media:keywords>
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<title>Once Mughal&#45;era Bakarkhani now Dhaka’s heritage</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:24:40 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>174 more Bangladeshis return home from Libya</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/174-more-bangladeshis-return-home-from-libya</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The returnees arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on a Buraq Air flight at around 5:00am on Thursday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:33:26 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Repatriate, IOM, foreign ministry, Libya, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Europe</media:keywords>
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<title>UK imposes sanctions on Bangladeshi travel agency</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-imposes-sanctions-on-bangladeshi-travel-agency</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Promised high-paying jobs in Russia, ordinary Bangladeshi citizens allegedly found themselves forced onto the front lines of the war against Ukraine after being recruited by Dream Home Travels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:50:55 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>UK, sanctions, Bangladesh, agency, Russia, Ukraine, war</media:keywords>
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<title>Ensuring human rights of migrant workers a must: Ariful</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ensuring-human-rights-of-migrant-workers-a-must-ariful</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ He made the remarks while co-chairing the Multi-Stakeholder Round Table 4 of the International Migration Review Forum at the UN Headquarters in New York on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:24:44 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>United Nations, Expatriates’ Welfare, Overseas Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, migrant workers, xenophobia</media:keywords>
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<title>Sylhet&amp;apos;s Golapganj emerges as agro&#45;tourism hub, offering rural experiences</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sylhets-golapganj-emerges-as-agro-tourism-hub-offering-rural-experiences</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Once known primarily for its agricultural output, Golapganj is increasingly being recognised for offering immersive rural experiences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 15:30:02 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Sylhet, Golapganj, agritourism, agroforestry, BADC, rural experience, DAE</media:keywords>
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<title>Rangamati: Where hills whisper and lake chants for visitors</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-where-hills-whisper-and-lake-chants-for-visitors</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-where-hills-whisper-and-lake-chants-for-visitors</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A complete guide for travellers to spend their vacation in Rangamati ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:40:20 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Rangamati, lake, Kaptai, Sajek, tourism, vacation, travellers, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Specific action plan afoot for tourism after years of stagnation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/specific-action-plan-afoot-for-tourism-after-years-of-stagnation</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:25:12 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Bangladesh Tourism Board, Bangladesh Tourism Corporation, implementation, history, vision, goals</media:keywords>
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<title>Mamunur Rahman elected joint secretary general of BMCCI</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mamunur-rahman-elected-joint-secretary-general-of-bmcci</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mamunur-rahman-elected-joint-secretary-general-of-bmcci</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This distinguished election marks a significant milestone in Rahman’s longstanding contribution to trade and investment promotion at home and abroad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:18:30 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>BMCCI, EXPOPRO, Md Mamunur Rahman, Bangladesh, Malaysia</media:keywords>
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<title>Japan Airlines tests humanoid robots as baggage handlers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-airlines-tests-humanoid-robots-as-baggage-handlers</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The carrier hopes that these robots can also be used to clean cabins and operate ground support equipment in future ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 20:37:42 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Songrampunji Waterfall in Jaflong shines during monsoon</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/songrampunji-waterfall-in-jaflong-shines-during-monsoon</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The waterfall, known locally as &quot;Mayabi Jhorna&quot;, is a stunning natural wonder that truly shines during the monsoon as this three-tier cascade flows down mossy rocks, creating a captivating display of sound, mist, and movement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:14:31 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Waterfall, monsoon, Jaflong, Sylhet, Khasi, tribal culture, India</media:keywords>
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<title>British Airways to pay pilots $100,000 a year to taxi at Chicago O&amp;apos;Hare</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/british-airways-to-pay-pilots-100000-a-year-to-taxi-at-chicago-ohare</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The taxi crew role requires pilots to already hold a valid Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate or equivalent ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:08:06 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Three dead after light aircraft crashes into building in Brazil</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-dead-after-light-aircraft-crashes-into-building-in-brazil</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Despite the unbelievable crash and direct impact, no one inside the building was injured ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:27:03 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>aviation, Brazil, crash, plane</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight&#45;missing Hajj pilgrims to get refunds</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-missing-hajj-pilgrims-to-get-refunds</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued a directive in this regard instructing Hajj flight operating airlines to refund airfares to pilgrims who had missed their scheduled flights for valid medical or emergency reasons ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:09:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Religious Affairs, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Saudia Airlines, Flynas Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Russia&amp;apos;s Aeroflot will recommend 2025 dividend payment&#45;CEO</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russias-aeroflot-will-recommend-2025-dividend-payment-ceo</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russias-aeroflot-will-recommend-2025-dividend-payment-ceo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Aeroflot carried 55.3 million passengers last year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:00:28 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Russia, Aeroflot, CEO, aviation, dividend</media:keywords>
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<title>Khagrachhari: The emerald crown of Bangladesh’s hill districts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khagrachhari-the-emerald-crown-of-bangladeshs-hill-districts</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A complete travel guide for the nature lovers seeking to unveil hidden paradise ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:20:30 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Khagrachhari, Bangladesh, hilltracts, toursim</media:keywords>
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<title>Varendra Research Museum exhibits centuries&#45;old artefacts in Rajshahi</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/varendra-research-museum-exhibits-centuries-old-artefacts-in-rajshahi</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Located in front of Hetamkhan Sadar Hospital in the heart of Rajshahi city, the museum bears evidence of several thousand years of civilisation, including those of the Pala, Sena, Maurya and Gupta periods ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:03:14 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Varendra, museum, historical artefacts, Rajshahi, Varendra, Bogura, Pala, Sena, Maurya, Gupta, civilisation</media:keywords>
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<title>Barishal: The ‘Venice of Bengal’ beckons tourists</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/barishal-the-venice-of-bengal-beckons-tourists</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A comprehensive guideline for wanderers to enjoy rustic beauty and colonial landmarks of Barishal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:39:32 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Barishal, tourism, traveller, Bangladesh, tourists</media:keywords>
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<title>Air Astra to add three brand&#45;new ATR72&#45;600 aircraft between May and July</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-to-add-three-brand-new-atr72-600-aircraft-between-may-and-july</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-to-add-three-brand-new-atr72-600-aircraft-between-may-and-july</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This fleet expansion marks a crucial step in Air Astra’s growth trajectory ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:04:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, Bangladesh, France, Air Astra, ATR72-600, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>NASA, Boeing advance truss&#45;braced wing research in test</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nasa-boeing-advance-truss-braced-wing-research-in-test</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nasa-boeing-advance-truss-braced-wing-research-in-test</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NASA and Boeing research teams analysed data in real time to ensure the model ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:45:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NASA, Boeing, reseach, wing, test</media:keywords>
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<title>Presidential jet gifted to Trump by Qatar completes testing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/presidential-jet-gifted-to-trump-by-qatar-completes-testing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/presidential-jet-gifted-to-trump-by-qatar-completes-testing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US Constitution prohibits government officials from accepting gifts “from any King, Prince or foreign State,” in a section known as the Emoluments Clause ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:29:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Trump, USA, Qatar, jet</media:keywords>
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<title>Babar Ali becomes first Bangladeshi to summit Mount Makalu</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/babar-ali-becomes-first-bangladeshi-to-summit-mount-makalu</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/babar-ali-becomes-first-bangladeshi-to-summit-mount-makalu</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Makalu, located in Nepal&#039;s Mahalangur Himal range, is widely considered one of the most technically challenging among the world&#039;s 14 peaks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 19:58:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>mountain, Bangladesh, Nepal, Makalu</media:keywords>
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<title>Skyway key to nation&amp;apos;s future prosperity: Dulu</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skyway-key-to-nations-future-prosperity-dulu</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skyway-key-to-nations-future-prosperity-dulu</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister made this remark while addressing the 7th founding anniversary programme of Aviation and Aerospace University, Lalmonirhat ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 20:27:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Lalmonirhat, Aviation and Aerospace University, university, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Leading airline, airport brands in 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/leading-airline-airport-brands-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/leading-airline-airport-brands-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Delta Air Lines leads the world’s most valuable airline brands in 2026, with United and Emirates close behind, according to Brand Finance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:44:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Delta, airlines, airport, Brand Finance, aviation, Paris</media:keywords>
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<title>Spirit Airlines winds up biz for jet fuel price hike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spirit-airlines-winds-up-biz-for-jet-fuel-price-hike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spirit-airlines-winds-up-biz-for-jet-fuel-price-hike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airlines announced early Saturday morning that it had started winding down its operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 17:47:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airlines, USA, bailout, jet fuel</media:keywords>
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<title>Plane crash in Texas kills five people</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-texas-kills-five-people</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-texas-kills-five-people</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ All people onboard Cessna 421C dead after crash on Thursday night ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 17:09:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Plane, crash, Texas, Cesna, aviation, pickleball</media:keywords>
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<title>422&#45;year mosque in Dinajpur stands as witness to history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/422-year-mosque-in-dinajpur-stands-as-witness-to-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/422-year-mosque-in-dinajpur-stands-as-witness-to-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Despite its small size—measuring only 12 feet in length and width and about 30 feet in height, including its minaret—the mosque remains active century after century ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 14:51:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eidgah Mosque, Department of Archaeology, 1604 AD, renovation work, domestic, international</media:keywords>
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<title>Noida International Airport to launch commercial flights from 15 June</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/noida-international-airport-to-launch-commercial-flights-from-15-june</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/noida-international-airport-to-launch-commercial-flights-from-15-june</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ India’s largest airline, IndiGo, is expected to operate the inaugural flight and commence scheduled passenger services while Akasa Air and Air India Express will follow as the airport gradually ramps up operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 13:29:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, airport, Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, IndiGo, Akasa Air, Air India Express</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy in Dhaka issues reminder on proper use of B1/B2 visas</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-in-dhaka-issues-reminder-on-proper-use-of-b1b2-visas</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-in-dhaka-issues-reminder-on-proper-use-of-b1b2-visas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy stated that a visitor visa permits certain limited business-related activities like attending conferences, participating in meetings or negotiating contracts ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 13:11:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, Dhaka, visa, prohibit, regulations, compliance</media:keywords>
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<title>Chandpur fishermen set to return to fishing after 2&#45;month ban</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chandpur-fishermen-set-to-return-to-fishing-after-2-month-ban</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chandpur-fishermen-set-to-return-to-fishing-after-2-month-ban</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fishermen repair nets and boats, hoping for a bumper catch to repay debts after the hiatus ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 01:18:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chandpur, fishermen, fishing, hilsa, Meghna</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt bars additional secretaries from business class travel abroad</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-bars-additional-secretaries-from-business-class-travel-abroad</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-bars-additional-secretaries-from-business-class-travel-abroad</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The measure has been taken as part of broader efforts to reduce public expenditure amid the current economic situation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:22:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Goverment, officials, Additional Secretary, business class, travel</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel security: Strengthening supply chain for Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-security-strengthening-supply-chain-for-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-security-strengthening-supply-chain-for-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh imports around 95 percent of its fuel oil, LNG and coal, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:29:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet fuel, security, supply, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Global Agritourism Conference 2026 to debut in Scotland</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-agritourism-conference-2026-to-debut-in-scotland</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-agritourism-conference-2026-to-debut-in-scotland</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The three-day event is expected to attract around 1,000 delegates, making it one of the largest global gatherings dedicated to agritourism—a fast-growing segment that integrates agriculture with tourism experiences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:23:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Global, Agritourism, Conference, delegates, Scotland</media:keywords>
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<title>39,398 Bangladeshi pilgrims reach Saudi, 7 die</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39398-bangladeshi-pilgrims-reach-saudi-7-die</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39398-bangladeshi-pilgrims-reach-saudi-7-die</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to hajj bulletin, seven pilgrims were died so far due to natural causes. Of them, five died in Makkah and two in Medina ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:24:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, pilgrim, Hajj flights, Makkah, Medina, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Two dead after small plane crashes into Australia airport hangar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-dead-after-small-plane-crashes-into-australia-airport-hangar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-dead-after-small-plane-crashes-into-australia-airport-hangar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aircraft burst into flames at Parafield Airport in Adelaide after it crashed on Wednesday afternoon local time ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:54:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>plane, crash, australia, Adelaide, Parafield Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>7 spots you must visit in Sylhet city</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/7-spots-you-must-visit-in-sylhet-city</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/7-spots-you-must-visit-in-sylhet-city</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ If you give a brief tour to Sylhet city, you should visit seven spots that will help you get a glimpse of the significance of the city ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:03:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sylhet, Shahjalal, Osmani Museum, Surma River, Keane Bridge, Khadimnagar National Park</media:keywords>
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<title>NOVOAIR, Singer Bangladesh sign MoU to offer joint customer benefits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-singer-bangladesh-sign-mou-to-offer-joint-customer-benefits</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-singer-bangladesh-sign-mou-to-offer-joint-customer-benefits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the agreement, NOVOAIR passengers will receive special offers on a range of Singer Bangladesh products and services, while Singer customers will gain access to promotional offers from the airline ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:54:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NOVOAIR, Singer, Bangladesh, passengers, customers, mutual benefits</media:keywords>
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<title>American Founders Museum inaugurated in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/american-founders-museum-inaugurated-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/american-founders-museum-inaugurated-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative, developed in collaboration with the US Department of Education and PragerU, highlights the ideas, people and events that shaped American independence ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:32:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>American, Museum, United States, independence, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil Aviation Academy completes Airport Security Manager Course</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-academy-completes-airport-security-manager-course</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-academy-completes-airport-security-manager-course</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Senior officials from various government and private organisations across the country took part in the course. The training covered various modern aspects of airport security management ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:59:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation Academy, ICAO, X-ray, CAAB, ICAO, instructor, Prashanta Kumar Chakraborty</media:keywords>
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<title>Jaflong: An emerging tourist destination with great potential</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jaflong-an-emerging-tourist-destination-with-great-potential</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jaflong-an-emerging-tourist-destination-with-great-potential</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nestled at the foothills of India’s Meghalaya state, the area is blessed with cascading streams that flow down the hills and merge into the Piyain River ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:33:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jaflong, Sylhet, Gowainghat, Meghalaya, Mayabi Jharna, Khasia Palli, waterfall</media:keywords>
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<title>Detailed feasibility study before reopening closed airports: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/detailed-feasibility-study-before-reopening-closed-airports-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/detailed-feasibility-study-before-reopening-closed-airports-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In line with the election manifesto, there is a plan to gradually build a national network by connecting divisional and district towns through the development of small airports and airstrips ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:21:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>feasibility study, airports, airstrips, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Sri Lanka emphasise stronger tourism, connectivity ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-sri-lanka-emphasise-stronger-tourism-connectivity-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-sri-lanka-emphasise-stronger-tourism-connectivity-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Coordinated tourism initiatives, could significantly raise visitor numbers and promote richer cultural exchange between the two countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:56:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, sri lanka, high commissioner, state minister, tourism, connectivity, Dharmapala Weerakkody, Shama Obaed Islam</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism master plan aims for 55.7m visitors, 2.19cr jobs by 2040</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-master-plan-aims-for-557m-visitors-219cr-jobs-by-2040</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-master-plan-aims-for-557m-visitors-219cr-jobs-by-2040</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A raft of measures has already been rolled out to draw in private investors and open up new employment opportunities in tourism ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:35:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, minister, Afroza Khanam, tourism entrepreneurship, policy support, policy support, Bangladesh Tourism Board</media:keywords>
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<title>IATA chief warns of worst jet fuel crisis in peak summer</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-chief-warns-of-worst-jet-fuel-crisis-in-peak-summer</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-chief-warns-of-worst-jet-fuel-crisis-in-peak-summer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The crisis would affect Europe, followed by Africa and Latin America, with some flight cancellations likely if fuel is rationed ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:42:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IATA, USA, Israel, Iran, Europe, followed by Africa, Latin America</media:keywords>
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<title>Savour banana leaf&#45;wrapped Indramohan Sweets of Khulna</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/savour-banana-leaf-wrapped-indramohan-sweets-of-khulna</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/savour-banana-leaf-wrapped-indramohan-sweets-of-khulna</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Indramohan offers just four classic treats -- pantua, roshogolla, sandesh, and chomchom -- served simply on banana leaf without any flashy packaging ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:35:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>pantua, roshogolla, sandesh, chomchom, khulna, Indramohan Sweets, curdled milk</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Belarus discuss skilled labour migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-belarus-discuss-skilled-labour-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-belarus-discuss-skilled-labour-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The two sides held productive discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture, defence, textiles and RMG, skilled and semi-skilled labour migration, information technology, pharmaceuticals, and jute sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:34:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Belarus, state minister, shama obayed, migrant worker</media:keywords>
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<title>Romania offers undocumented Bangladeshis&amp;apos; legalisation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/romania-offers-undocumented-bangladeshis-legalisation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/romania-offers-undocumented-bangladeshis-legalisation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It applies to workers who entered the country legally but subsequently fell out of status through no fault of their own ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:10:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Romania, Bangladesh, embassy, undocumented, Bucharest, RTC</media:keywords>
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<title>Passenger delivers baby on Delta flight</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passenger-delivers-baby-on-delta-flight</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passenger-delivers-baby-on-delta-flight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A passenger on a Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta gave birth to a healthy 2.5kg baby girl just before a Boeing 737 landed at Portland International Airport on Friday night ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:57:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>passenger, birth, baby, Portland International Airport, Delta Air Lines, Atlanta, paramedic</media:keywords>
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<title>India weighs ₹5,000 crore relief plan to support airlines</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-weighs-5000-crore-relief-plan-to-support-airlines</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-weighs-5000-crore-relief-plan-to-support-airlines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The proposed plan would provide credit support to airlines under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme, with government guarantees covering up to 90 per cent of the loans ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:46:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, airlines, financial support, United States, Iran, Directorate General of Civil Aviation, tourism, economic, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh plans major workforce export to Japan under SSW category</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-plans-major-workforce-export-to-japan-under-ssw-category</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-plans-major-workforce-export-to-japan-under-ssw-category</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Japanese government has set a target to recruit 820,000 foreign workers across 16 sectors under the SSW scheme by March 2029. With adequate preparation, Bangladesh could meet up to 40 per cent of this demand — more than 300,000 workers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:10:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japan, Bangladesh, migrant, Japanese Studies, Dhaka University, labour welfare wing, Bangladesh Embassy, Tokyo</media:keywords>
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<title>Lightning strike kills youth in Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lightning-strike-kills-youth-in-coxs-bazar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lightning-strike-kills-youth-in-coxs-bazar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident occurred around 7am in the South Matha area of Badarkhali union,&quot; said Chakaria UNO Mohammad Atikur Rahman ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:31:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cox&#039;s bazar, lightning strike, Badarkhali, UNO</media:keywords>
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<title>Electric air taxis take off from JFK&#45; Manhattan within 10 minutes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/electric-air-taxis-take-off-from-jfk-manhattan-in-under-10-minutes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/electric-air-taxis-take-off-from-jfk-manhattan-in-under-10-minutes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Joby’s electric air taxi flies over New York City during a 10-day eVTOL Integration Pilot Programme ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:26:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Joby, air taxi, JFK, New York, aviation, Manhattan</media:keywords>
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<title>Four seaports asked to hoist cautionary signal 3</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/four-seaports-asked-to-hoist-cautionary-signal-3</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/four-seaports-asked-to-hoist-cautionary-signal-3</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a weather bulletin issued on Tuesday morning, the BMD said a marked difference in air pressure is prevailing over the North Bay, which may lead to adverse weather conditions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:23:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>weather, bulletin, BMD, Rain, thunderstorm, forecast, division</media:keywords>
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<title>Plane crash in South Sudan’s capital Juba kills 14</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-south-sudans-capital-juba-kills-14</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-south-sudans-capital-juba-kills-14</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plane arriving from Yei town may have crashed due to weather conditions that caused poor visibility ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:07:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>plane, crash, South Sudan, Kenyans, South Sudanese, pilot</media:keywords>
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<title>Panchagarh’s unique ‘Rocks Museum’ draws tourists with artefacts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/panchagarhs-unique-rocks-museum-draws-tourists-with-artefacts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/panchagarhs-unique-rocks-museum-draws-tourists-with-artefacts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Established in 1997 on the campus of Panchagarh Government Women’s College, the museum offers a distinctive insight into Bangladesh’s geological history and ancient artefacts ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:28:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Panchagarh, Rocks Museum, Panchagarh Government Women’s College, Bangladesh, geological history, ancient, artefacts</media:keywords>
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<title>American Airlines rejects United Airline’s merger proposal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/american-airlines-rejects-united-airlines-merger-proposal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/american-airlines-rejects-united-airlines-merger-proposal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The rivalry between United and American has played out for years in pricing battles and disputes over gate access at major airports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:15:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>American, airlines, United, USA</media:keywords>
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<title>Nijhum Dwip: An unforgettable island of Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nijhum-dwip-an-unforgettable-island-of-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nijhum-dwip-an-unforgettable-island-of-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The island holds strong potential to attract visitors seeking tranquillity and natural beauty. Situated in the Bay of Bengal, Nijhum Dwip lies at Hatiya upazila in Noakhali and serves as an ideal retreat for nature lovers and adventure seekers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:36:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>serene, secluded, destination, mangrove forests, sandy beaches, ecosystems, Hatia, Noakhali</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi envoy for direct flights on Saudi&#45;Sylhet route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-envoy-for-direct-flights-on-saudi-sylhet-route</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-envoy-for-direct-flights-on-saudi-sylhet-route</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ambassador Dr  Abdullah Jafar H bin Abiya highlighted the growing demand for direct connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Sylhet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:55:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabaia, Sylhet, KSA, ambassador</media:keywords>
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<title>Lalmai Botanical Garden: A sanctuary for endangered and extinct plant species</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lalmai-botanical-garden-a-sanctuary-for-endangered-and-extinct-plant-species</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lalmai-botanical-garden-a-sanctuary-for-endangered-and-extinct-plant-species</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Around 76 endangered plant species have been preserved here, alongside several hundred rare and unique trees; but due to a lack of publicity, the garden has yet to gain wide recognition among tourists ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:14:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Lalmai Hill, Cumilla, Botanical Garden, Forest Division, tourist spot, Kotbari</media:keywords>
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<title>Fire breaks out at CAAB office in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fire-breaks-out-at-caab-office-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fire-breaks-out-at-caab-office-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fire originated on the second floor of the CAAB office, but the cause of the fire could not be known immediately ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:30:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh, CAAB, airport, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Third terminal: Second operator to be engaged for ground handling</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-second-operator-to-be-engaged-for-ground-handling</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-second-operator-to-be-engaged-for-ground-handling</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In October 2024, under the interim government, Biman Bangladesh Airlines was entrusted with ground handling operations at the newly constructed third terminal for an initial two-year period ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:50:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, third terminal, ground handling, Sumitomo Corporation</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi Arabia deports 17,368 expats in crackdown on illegal residency</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-deports-17368-expats-in-crackdown-on-illegal-residency</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-deports-17368-expats-in-crackdown-on-illegal-residency</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The deportations followed the arrest of 12,192 individuals between April 16 and April 22 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:20:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabaia, expatriate, crackdown, labour</media:keywords>
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<title>Lalakhal in Sylhet&amp;apos;s Jaintapur: A place to feel, not just to see</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lalakhal-in-sylhets-jaintapur-a-place-to-feel-not-just-to-see</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lalakhal-in-sylhets-jaintapur-a-place-to-feel-not-just-to-see</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:38:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jaintapur, Sylhet, Lalakhal, Shari River, tourist</media:keywords>
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<title>Oman Air honours top agents in BD ahead of daily flight launch</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-honours-top-agents-in-bd-ahead-of-daily-flight-launch</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-honours-top-agents-in-bd-ahead-of-daily-flight-launch</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Oman Air will commence daily flights to/from Dhaka starting May 2 in an effort to enhance connectivity and provide more convenience for passengers traveling between Bangladesh and Oman ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:02:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oman Air, agent, bangladesh, Agent Excellence Award 2026, travel agents</media:keywords>
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<title>Burger festival at InterContinental Dhaka runs until May 9</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/burger-festival-at-intercontinental-dhaka-runs-until-may-9</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/burger-festival-at-intercontinental-dhaka-runs-until-may-9</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The InterContinental invites Dhaka food lovers to enjoy variety of burgers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:02:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Burger, festival, Dhaka, InterContinental</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB issues high alert for country&amp;apos;s all airports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-issues-high-alert-for-countrys-all-airports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-issues-high-alert-for-countrys-all-airports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Security has heightened at all airports across Bangladesh in the wake of a warning from Police Headquarters regarding a possible militant attack on important national installations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:45:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>high alert, CAAB, Chairman, Air Vice Marshal Md Mostafa Mahmud Siddiq, Jatiya Sangsad</media:keywords>
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<title>Global security expert offers travel guidance amid Mideast crisis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-security-expert-offers-travel-guidance-amid-mideast-crisis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-security-expert-offers-travel-guidance-amid-mideast-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Seth Krummrich, vice-president at Global Guardian and a retired US Army colonel with two decades of experience in the Middle East, advises avoiding travel unless it is essential ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:39:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Israel, Palestine, Jerusalem, tourism, travel, Hamas, Global Guardian, Middle East, Tel Aviv, News York</media:keywords>
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<title>Five injured after Zurich&#45;bound Swiss flight aborts takeoff in India</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-injured-after-zurich-bound-swiss-flight-aborts-takeoff-in-india</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-injured-after-zurich-bound-swiss-flight-aborts-takeoff-in-india</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ One of the engines caught fire as the plane was accelerating down a runway and that ⁠the passengers were injured during an emergency evacuation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:50:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zurich, Swiss, Switzerland, avaition, India</media:keywords>
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<title>‘Jamil Madrasa Jame Masjid’ largest mosque in North Bengal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jamil-madrasa-jame-masjid-largest-mosque-in-north-bengal-589</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jamil-madrasa-jame-masjid-largest-mosque-in-north-bengal-589</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The mosque located at the heart of this madrasa is currently recognised as the largest in terms of area and one of the oldest mosques in North Bengal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:58:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>mosque, bogura, north bengal, worshippers, residential students, spiritual tranquility</media:keywords>
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<title>8 Unesco World Heritage Sites in Asia you need to visit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/8-unesco-world-heritage-sites-in-asia-you-need-to-visit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/8-unesco-world-heritage-sites-in-asia-you-need-to-visit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From ancient settlements and sacred temples to vast forests and underground marvels, each of these lesser-known places has its glorious own story to tell ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:15:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>World Heritage Sites, limestone caves, dramatic pinnacles, Unesco Global Geopark, Kinabalu Park, Angkor Wat, Cambodia, Taj Mahal, India</media:keywords>
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<title>Workshop on tour guiding held in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/workshop-on-tour-guiding-held-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/workshop-on-tour-guiding-held-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The workshop attracted a diverse group of attendees, including both experienced tourism professionals and young enthusiasts eager to build a career in the sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:49:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, Guide, Technique, Operation, workshop, Banglamotor, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Kuwait reopens airspace after two&#45;month shutdown</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuwait-reopens-airspace-after-two-month-shutdown</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuwait-reopens-airspace-after-two-month-shutdown</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The process will begin with the reopening of Terminals 4 and 5 to selected destinations from Sunday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:32:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kuwait, airspace, Civil Aviation, Authority, security standards</media:keywords>
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<title>Chinese jet fuel tanker reaches Chattogram Port</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-jet-fuel-tanker-reaches-chattogram-port</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-jet-fuel-tanker-reaches-chattogram-port</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The vessel is expected to be moved to the jetty within the next few days after partial unloading reduces its draft ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:29:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet fuel, China, Chottogram, port, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Thai Airways rules out permanent route cuts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thai-airways-rules-out-permanent-route-cuts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thai-airways-rules-out-permanent-route-cuts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Jet fuel prices rose from approximately $90 per barrel before the end of February 2026 to a peak of around $240 at present, nearly tripling ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:19:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thai Airways, Transport Ministry, adjust, strategy, consolidate, services, efficiency</media:keywords>
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<title>Baga Sharif unbeaten champ at historic Jabbarer Boli Khela</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baga-sharif-clinches-title-at-historic-jabbarer-boli-khela</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baga-sharif-clinches-title-at-historic-jabbarer-boli-khela</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Abdul Jabbarer Boli Khela was initiated in 1909 by Abdul Jabbar Sawdagar, a social worker and businessman from Chattogram during the British colonial period ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:59:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Boli Khela, Chottogram, Baga Sharif, wrestler</media:keywords>
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<title>What I see flying over global cities</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/what-i-see-flying-over-global-cities</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/what-i-see-flying-over-global-cities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As a pilot who flies the Boeing 787 Dreamliner from London to many of the world’s largest and best-known metropolises, it’s hard to say which I love more: Airplanes or cities? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:23:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>London, Jeddah, Vancouver, Cape Town, Tokyo, Boston, World&#039;s Pilot Day</media:keywords>
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<title>Hong Kong retains world’s busiest cargo airport in 2025</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hong-kong-retains-worlds-busiest-cargo-airport-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hong-kong-retains-worlds-busiest-cargo-airport-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ HKIA has continued to roll out new initiatives to strengthen its air cargo capabilities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:50:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hong Kong, cargo, airport, HKIA</media:keywords>
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<title>174 Bangladeshi repatriated from Libyan detention centres</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/174-bangladeshi-repatriated-from-libyan-detention-centres</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/174-bangladeshi-repatriated-from-libyan-detention-centres</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Libyan authorities and IOM provided assistance while the Bangladesh Embassy in Libya, the foreign ministry and expatriates&#039; welfare and overseas employment ministry coordinated the repatriation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:51:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Libya, migrant workers, illegal immigration, Tripoli, foreign ministry, expatriates&#039; welfare and overseas employment ministry</media:keywords>
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<title>Swapon urges practical plan for sending skilled manpower to Europe</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/swapon-urges-practical-plan-for-sending-skilled-manpower-to-europe</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/swapon-urges-practical-plan-for-sending-skilled-manpower-to-europe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister emphasised the importance of increasing the scope of remittance income ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:20:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Minister, Bangladesh, manpower, Europe, remittance</media:keywords>
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<title>Rumee A Hossain made Biman chairman</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rumee-a-hossain-made-biman-chairman</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rumee-a-hossain-made-biman-chairman</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rumee A Hossain, sponsor director and chairman of the Board Executive Committee of Bank Asia, has been made chairman of the national flag carrier ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:09:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Chairman, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Secretary, Fahmida Akhter, Rumee A Hossain</media:keywords>
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<title>Maldivian increases strategic partnership with Sri Lankan Airlines</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/maldivian-increases-strategic-partnership-with-sri-lankan-airlines</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/maldivian-increases-strategic-partnership-with-sri-lankan-airlines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The partnership aligns with both airlines&#039; commitment to strengthening regional cooperation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maldivian, Sri Lanka, airlines, partnership</media:keywords>
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<title>One of two missing University of South Florida doctoral students found dead</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/one-of-two-missing-university-of-south-florida-doctoral-students-found-dead</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/one-of-two-missing-university-of-south-florida-doctoral-students-found-dead</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Limon and Bristy were both pursuing doctoral degrees at University of South Florida ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:06:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, doctoral student, Bangladeshi, Florida, USF</media:keywords>
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<title>Beautiful Bangladesh Run on Saturday to promote tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/beautiful-bangladesh-run-on-saturday-to-promote-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/beautiful-bangladesh-run-on-saturday-to-promote-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nearly 1,000 runners, including professionals from various sectors as well as members of the country’s aviation and tourism industries, are expected to participate ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:43:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>marathon, Bangladesh, Hatirjheel, Police Plaza</media:keywords>
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<title>UK, France sign £662m deal to curb channel crossings</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-france-sign-662m-deal-to-curb-channel-crossings</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-france-sign-662m-deal-to-curb-channel-crossings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The deal links some UK payments to France to performance in stopping migrants ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:25:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, France, English Channel, migrants</media:keywords>
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<title>Rhythm Group, Manipal Hospitals sign deal to boost medical tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rhythm-group-manipal-hospitals-sign-deal-to-boost-medical-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rhythm-group-manipal-hospitals-sign-deal-to-boost-medical-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the partnership, Bangladeshi patients will receive end-to-end support for treatment in India, including medical consultations, hospital selection, visa processing, and travel arrangements ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:46:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rhythm Group, Manipal Hospitals, medical toursim, Bangladesh, India</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka airport’s third terminal set to open by Dec 16 or early next year</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-airports-third-terminal-set-to-open-by-dec-16-or-early-next-year</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-airports-third-terminal-set-to-open-by-dec-16-or-early-next-year</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Spanning about 542,000 square metres, the third terminal is expected to significantly expand the airport’s capacity, handling an additional 12 to 16 million passengers annually along with nearly 900,000 tonnes of cargo ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:30:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, Secretariat, Third terminal, Japan Airport Terminal Company, Sumitomo Corporation, Nippon Koei, Narita International Airport Corporation</media:keywords>
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<title>Boeing deal by April 30 to procure 14 aircraft</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-deal-by-april-30-to-procure-14-aircraft</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-deal-by-april-30-to-procure-14-aircraft</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat made the announcement on Thursday morning ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:37:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Boeing, aircraft, Biman, State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Thursday, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Secretariat</media:keywords>
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<title>Brahmanbaria travels in mists of history, natural beauty</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/brahmanbaria-travels-in-mists-of-history-natural-beauty</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/brahmanbaria-travels-in-mists-of-history-natural-beauty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The best time to visit Brahmanbaria is from November to February when the weather is pleasant ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:20:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Brahmanbarai, travel, tour, history</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka&#45;Tokyo flights to resume in June</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-tokyo-flights-to-resume-in-june</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-tokyo-flights-to-resume-in-june</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flights will begin operating from June, with plans to increase the frequency in the future depending on demand and profitability ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:41:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Tokyo, Biman, Bangladesh, Japan</media:keywords>
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<title>Sakhawat Hossain new primary and mass education secy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sakhawat-hossain-new-primary-and-mass-education-secy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sakhawat-hossain-new-primary-and-mass-education-secy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The appointment is expected to bring momentum to the ministry’s administrative activities as his experience will play an important role in implementing ongoing programmes and improving the quality of education ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:11:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Primary, Mass Education, secretary, Md Sakhawat Hossain, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Walking the Silk Road</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/walking-the-silk-road</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/walking-the-silk-road</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kyrgyzstan is not only about nature but also about history, and for this reason I took a one-day trip with Bishkek Walks to discover the Silk Road ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:59:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kyrgyzstan, Budapest, Hungary, italian, chemist, travel blogger</media:keywords>
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<title>Zia Hyder made PM&amp;apos;s special assistant on health affairs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zia-hyder-made-pms-special-assistant-on-health-affairs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zia-hyder-made-pms-special-assistant-on-health-affairs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dr Hyder is a former senior official of the World Bank and a renowned health expert with extensive experience in the policy and development sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:55:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Bangladesh, goverment, Special Assistant</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka, Ottawa can work together to promote eco&#45;tourism: Dipen Dewan</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-ottawa-can-work-together-to-promote-eco-tourism-dipen-dewan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-ottawa-can-work-together-to-promote-eco-tourism-dipen-dewan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister said there are opportunities for cooperation between the two countries in ensuring sustainable development in the CHT region and addressing climate change risks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:38:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chattogram Hill Tracts, Canadian HC, Bangladesh, Ajit Singh, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Oman Air to operate daily flights to Dhaka from May 1</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-to-operate-daily-flights-to-dhaka-from-may-1-546</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-to-operate-daily-flights-to-dhaka-from-may-1-546</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On selected days it will deploy its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, offering passengers 30 luxurious business class and 258 spacious economy class seats in a comfortable two-class cabin layout ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oman Air, Dhaka, dreamliner, Muscat, Bangladesh, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Munich, Rome, Milan, Zurich, Istanbul, Moscow, Copenhagen</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla resumes full ME operations as conditions improve</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-resumes-full-me-operations-as-conditions-improve</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-resumes-full-me-operations-as-conditions-improve</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The carrier said services had been affected since late February due to ongoing conflict and related restrictions in parts of the Middle East, which also disrupted schedules for multiple international airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:17:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Doha, Riyadh, Jeddah, US-Bangla, Riyadh</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh expands sports cooperation with China</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-expands-sports-cooperation-with-china</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-expands-sports-cooperation-with-china</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Both sides agreed to expand collaboration in surfing, shooting, volleyball, and table tennis through coach exchanges ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:53:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, China, sports, youth, BKSP</media:keywords>
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<title>TIKA completes tourism education training in Cox’s Bazar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tika-completes-tourism-education-training-in-coxs-bazar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tika-completes-tourism-education-training-in-coxs-bazar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of 46 participants, including tourism educators, industry representatives, government officials, and students, attended the 40-hour training programme ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:04:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TIKA, Turkey, Bangladesh, Cox&#039;s Bazar, tourism, education, training</media:keywords>
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<title>Lakutia Zamindar Bari in Barishal regains lost glory</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lakutia-zamindar-bari-in-barishal-regains-lost-glory</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lakutia-zamindar-bari-in-barishal-regains-lost-glory</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:28:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Barishal, zamindar, BELA, Department of Archaeology, Babuganj upazila</media:keywords>
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<title>Japan triples tax to curb overtourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-triples-tax-to-curb-overtourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-triples-tax-to-curb-overtourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Starting July 1, 2026, Japan will triple its international tourist tax from 1,000 yen (about $6) to 3,000 yen (about $18) per person ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:23:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japan, overtourism, tax, travel</media:keywords>
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<title>Cumilla’s centennial three&#45;domed mosque stands as a witness to history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cumillas-centennial-three-domed-mosque-stands-as-a-witness-to-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cumillas-centennial-three-domed-mosque-stands-as-a-witness-to-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Located about 30 kilometers from Cumilla city, the mosque becomes visible upon entering Bhauksar village through the Bijra–Bhauksar road ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:04:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cumilla, mosque, centennial, Nawab Faizunnesa Chowdhurani, history, 1902</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran to facilitate safe passage of Bangladeshi vessels through Strait of Hormuz</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-to-facilitate-safe-passage-of-bangladeshi-vessels-through-strait-of-hormuz</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-to-facilitate-safe-passage-of-bangladeshi-vessels-through-strait-of-hormuz</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Embassy, in a press statement, called upon all concerned to refrain from any actions or statements that may create misperceptions, and to uphold the spirit of mutual respect that governs the enduring ties between the two brotherly nations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:50:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Bangladesh, strait of Hormuz, Middle East, Deputy Foreign Minister, Foreign Minister, Dr Khalilur Rahman, Dr Khatibzadeh</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Australia to expand educational migration opportunities</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-australia-to-expand-educational-migration-opportunities</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-australia-to-expand-educational-migration-opportunities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The issue was discussed at a meeting between Commerce Adviser Khandaker Abdul Mukadir and Australian High Commissioner Susan Ryle at the Secretariat in Dhaka on 21 April ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:29:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, australia, education, migration, High Commissioner</media:keywords>
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<title>UK warns Bangladeshis over rising visa fraud</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-warns-bangladeshis-over-rising-visa-fraud</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-warns-bangladeshis-over-rising-visa-fraud</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Authorities noted that visa fraud targeting prospective migrants remains a recurring issue in South Asia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:20:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, Bangladeshi, Dhaka, UK High Comission</media:keywords>
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<title>Adidas and Saudia unveil “Made to Fly” travel pack</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adidas-and-saudia-unveil-made-to-fly-travel-pack</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adidas-and-saudia-unveil-made-to-fly-travel-pack</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A first-of-its-kind collaboration bridging sportswear and aviation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:37:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Adidas, Saudia, travel pack, airlines, KSA</media:keywords>
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<title>Oman Air to operate daily flights to Dhaka from May 1</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-to-operate-daily-flights-to-dhaka-from-may-1</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-to-operate-daily-flights-to-dhaka-from-may-1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Oman Air will deploy its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on the Dhaka route ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:11:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oman, aviation, flight, Dhaka, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Ambulance service rolled out at Shah Amanat Int&amp;apos;l Airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ambulance-service-rolled-out-at-shah-amanat-intl-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ambulance-service-rolled-out-at-shah-amanat-intl-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With the launch of this service, sick expatriate passengers arriving at the airport will now have access to emergency ambulance facilities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:40:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ambulance, service, Chattogram, Bangladesh, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Things to do in New York for first&#45;timers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/things-to-do-in-new-york-for-first-timers-528</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/things-to-do-in-new-york-for-first-timers-528</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There are lots of fun things to do in NYC. It’s a global center of culture, business, and technology, and it’s full of nice restaurants, stores, museums, and famous landmarks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:08:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Statue of Liberty, New York City, Brooklyn Bridge, 9/11 Museum &amp; Memorial, American Museum of Natural History, Times Square, Vessel, Hudson Yards, Manhattan</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel supplies are falling behind: What does it mean for airlines and travelers?</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-supplies-are-falling-behind-what-does-it-mean-for-airlines-and-travelers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-supplies-are-falling-behind-what-does-it-mean-for-airlines-and-travelers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Jet fuel — a refined kerosene-based oil product — is airlines’ biggest cost, making up about 30% of overall expenses ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:32:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet, fuel, airline, traveler, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran reopens main airports in capital Tehran: aviation authority</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-reopens-main-airports-in-capital-tehran-aviation-authority</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-reopens-main-airports-in-capital-tehran-aviation-authority</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Passenger flights from 10 airports across Iran &quot;will also be possible from Saturday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:43:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Middle East, aviation, Tehran</media:keywords>
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<title>1.0cr overseas jobs in next 5 years: State minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/10cr-overseas-jobs-in-next-5-years-state-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/10cr-overseas-jobs-in-next-5-years-state-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, which have affected Bangladesh’s labour markets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:27:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, labour Market, labour, ministry, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Kuwait Airways to resume Dhaka&#45;Dammam flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuwait-airways-to-resume-dhaka-dammam-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuwait-airways-to-resume-dhaka-dammam-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Carrier Expands Dammam Hub, Bringing Back Twice-Weekly Kuwait-Bangladesh Flights ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:12:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Seminar on future of aviation careers held in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seminar-on-future-of-aviation-careers-held-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seminar-on-future-of-aviation-careers-held-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UAP and Avianomics announced a strategic partnership agreement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:29:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, UAP, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Avianomics</media:keywords>
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<title>Automated air traffic management introduced in Dhaka airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/automated-air-traffic-management-introduced-in-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/automated-air-traffic-management-introduced-in-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The centre is expected to improve airspace operations by enhancing flight accuracy and punctuality, increasing capacity and reducing safety risks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:49:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ATMC, HSIA, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, state minister, French, Ambassador, Jean-Marc Sere-Charlet, CAAB Chairman</media:keywords>
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<title>China successfully tests world&amp;apos;s first maritime ground&#45;effect vehicle</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-successfully-tests-worlds-first-maritime-ground-effect-vehicle</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-successfully-tests-worlds-first-maritime-ground-effect-vehicle</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The vehicle enables real-time data transmission, remote operation of medical equipment, and online consultations with medical specialists ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:56:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>China, ground-effect, maritime, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>180&#45;member integrated Hajj medical team formed</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/180-member-integrated-hajj-medical-team-formed</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/180-member-integrated-hajj-medical-team-formed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government has also granted approval for the integrated Hajj medical team to visit Saudi Arabia to provide healthcare services to pilgrims ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:39:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Makkah, Madinah, Hajj, medical team, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory assistants, OT</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB to inaugurate air traffic management centre at HSIA tomorrow</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-to-inaugurate-air-traffic-management-centre-at-hsia-tomorrow</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-to-inaugurate-air-traffic-management-centre-at-hsia-tomorrow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The inauguration ceremony will take place at 10:00am at the newly established facility located within the airport premises ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:06:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, ATMC, Dhaka, airport, air traffic, minister, state minister</media:keywords>
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<title>34 bodies of migrant workers arrive from Kuwait, Malaysia, Libya</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/34-bodies-of-migrant-workers-arrive-from-kuwait-malaysia-libya</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/34-bodies-of-migrant-workers-arrive-from-kuwait-malaysia-libya</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The bodies had been stranded in the respective countries for an extended period due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:49:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>migrant workers, Kuwait, Malaysia, Libya, Middle East, HSIA, Expatriates&#039; Welfare and Overseas Employment Ministry</media:keywords>
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<title>Chini Mosque: A centuries&#45;old architectural marvel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chini-mosque-a-centuries-old-architectural-marvel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chini-mosque-a-centuries-old-architectural-marvel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Built in 1863, the architectural style of the mosque reflects Islamic tradition, with extensive use of chinaware plates and glass fragments—amounting to around 25 tonnes—adorning its walls ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:59:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>chini mosque, glass mosque, nilphamari, saidpur, chinaware, Islambagh, Kolkata, porcelain</media:keywords>
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<title>Germany wants to deliver calibration services at HSIA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/germany-wants-to-deliver-calibration-services-at-hsia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/germany-wants-to-deliver-calibration-services-at-hsia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the discussion, both sides emphasised further strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Germany, particularly in the aviation and tourism sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:22:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Germany, Bangladesh, aviation, cooperation, calibration services, HSIA, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Secretariat, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>US special envoy visits Lalbagh Fort</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-special-envoy-visits-lalbagh-fort</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-special-envoy-visits-lalbagh-fort</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US has supported 11 cultural preservation projects in Bangladesh over the past 20 years ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:50:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, US Embassy, Dhaka, Bangladesh, heritage, Lalbagh Fort</media:keywords>
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<title>Nilphamari: A journey thru history and nature</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nilphamari-a-journey-thru-history-and-nature</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nilphamari-a-journey-thru-history-and-nature</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Top spots include the historic Nilsagar Dighi, Uttara EPZ, Dimla Forest and various British-era landmarks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:24:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nilphamari, journey, history, nature</media:keywords>
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<title>Sonarong Jora Moth in Munshiganj stand as silent witnesses to time</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sonarong-jora-moth-in-munshiganj-stand-as-silent-witnesses-to-time</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sonarong-jora-moth-in-munshiganj-stand-as-silent-witnesses-to-time</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The present Munshiganj district was an important centre of education, culture and religious activities for a long time and during the Sena period, Bikramapur emerged as a significant hub of Hindu religious and cultural practices ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:51:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>twin monasteries, Munshiganj, Bikrampur, architecture, heritage, Kali temple, Shiva temple, Sonarang, Tongibari</media:keywords>
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<title>Airport revival master plan to boost tourism, connectivity</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airport-revival-master-plan-to-boost-tourism-connectivity</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airport-revival-master-plan-to-boost-tourism-connectivity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plan will begin with reopening selected dormant airports, followed by runway expansion, terminal upgrades and the installation of modern safety and navigation systems ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:11:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>airport, abandoned airport, Ishwardi, Thakurgaon, Lalmonirhat, Bogura, Shamshernagar, Cumilla, Tejgaon</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza inaugurates &amp;apos;Makkah Route&amp;apos; to ease Hajj travel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-inaugurates-makkah-route-to-ease-hajj-travel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-inaugurates-makkah-route-to-ease-hajj-travel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The &quot;Makkah Route&quot; initiative, introduced by Saudi Arabia&#039;s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, enables pilgrims to complete immigration, passport verification and health checks in their home country prior to departure, significantly easing travel procedures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:04:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, state minister, Md Rashiduzzaman Millat, Makkah Route</media:keywords>
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<title>Rajshahi, a role model of cleanliness, education, heritage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-a-role-model-of-cleanliness-education-heritage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-a-role-model-of-cleanliness-education-heritage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The city has reinvented itself as the “Cleanest City of Bangladesh” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:55:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rajshahi, cleanliness, education, heritage</media:keywords>
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<title>State support for Biman draws criticism from private operators</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/state-support-for-biman-draws-criticism-from-private-operators</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/state-support-for-biman-draws-criticism-from-private-operators</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Private carriers slam subsidized airline fares after 115% jet fuel hike, demand level playing field ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:30:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, private operator, jet fuel, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Zahedur Rahaman becomes new GM of Best Western Plus Runway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zahedur-rahaman-becomes-new-gm-of-best-western-plus-runway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zahedur-rahaman-becomes-new-gm-of-best-western-plus-runway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The luxurious hotel is located just five minutes away from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>hotel, hospitality, tourism, Best Western Plus Runway, general managerr, hotel manager</media:keywords>
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<title>Aircraft crash kills India&amp;apos;s Maharashtra deputy chief minister, 4 others</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aircraft-crash-kills-indias-maharashtra-deputy-chief-minister-4-others</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aircraft-crash-kills-indias-maharashtra-deputy-chief-minister-4-others</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The small aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Baramati airport in Pune district, about 249 km southeast of Mumbai ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:23:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ajit pawar, DPM, mumbai, pune, Maharashtra, DGCA</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh urges Libya to support expatriate health professionals</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-urges-libya-to-support-expatriate-health-professionals</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-urges-libya-to-support-expatriate-health-professionals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting focused on strengthening institutional cooperation between the two sides, as well as consolidating bilateral ties ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:53:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Libya, Bangladesh, tripoli, health workers, ambassador, employment opportunities, Bangladeshi professionals</media:keywords>
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<title>Royalbari Fort unfolding untold chapters of Bengal’s history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/royalbari-fort-unfolding-untold-chapters-of-bengals-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/royalbari-fort-unfolding-untold-chapters-of-bengals-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Archaeologists believe the fort dates back to the late 14th or early 15th century, with major expansion under Sultan Nusrat Shah, son of Alauddin Hussain Shah ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:13:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Royalbari, Kendua, Netrokona, archaeologist, medieval Bengal, Isha Khan, medieval period, Sultanate period</media:keywords>
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<title>7 unused domestic airports up for reopening</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/7-unused-domestic-airports-up-for-reopening</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/7-unused-domestic-airports-up-for-reopening</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Some of them are under the occupation of various organisations, while cattle, goats, and other livestock freely roam on the runways of several others ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:19:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>airport, abandoned, Ishwardi, Thakurgaon, Lalmonirhat, Bogura, Shamshernagar, Cumilla, Tejgaon, CAAB</media:keywords>
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<title>‘Systemic’ jet fuel crisis hits Europe, threatening summer flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/systemic-jet-fuel-crisis-hits-europe-threatening-summer-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/systemic-jet-fuel-crisis-hits-europe-threatening-summer-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The shortage has already triggered severe economic consequences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:49:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet fuel, aviation, Europe, EU, Middle East, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Closed domestic airports&amp;apos; reopening stressed to spur tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/closed-domestic-airports-reopening-stressed-to-spur-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/closed-domestic-airports-reopening-stressed-to-spur-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The proposal is reopening long-idle Shamshernagar Airport and reviving regional facilities in Bogura, Lalmonirhat and Ishwardi. If brought back into service in a planned way ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:40:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>closed airport, Lalmonirhat, Bogura, Ishwardi, Bangladesh, travel mart</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism growth nearly 50% faster than global economy: WTTC</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-growth-nearly-50-faster-than-global-economy-wttc</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-growth-nearly-50-faster-than-global-economy-wttc</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Asia-Pacific drives strong tourism growth with rapid recovery and rising demand, while North America sees slower expansion amid lingering international travel constraints ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:10:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
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<title>Burj Al Arab to undergo overhaul</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/burj-al-arab-to-undergo-overhaul</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/burj-al-arab-to-undergo-overhaul</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The luxury hotel will remain operational during an 18-month phased renovation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:55:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Burj Al Arab, Dubai, Jumeirah, luxury hotel, renovation, restoration</media:keywords>
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<title>Ship carrying jet fuel arrives at Chattogram Port</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ship-carrying-jet-fuel-arrives-at-chattogram-port</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ship-carrying-jet-fuel-arrives-at-chattogram-port</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Efforts are underway to source fuel from alternative suppliers to prevent any major crisis this month ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:43:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ship, fuel, Chottogram Port, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>How to visit Ancient Corinth from Athens</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-to-visit-ancient-corinth-from-athens</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-to-visit-ancient-corinth-from-athens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ We actually enjoyed this more than the Acropolis, which is extremely crowded with tourists. Corinth is a lesser known place to see some amazing ruins and artifacts, and it used to be one of the major cities of classical Greece ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:49:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Acropolis, Corinth, Greece, classical Greece, Peloponnese, Nafplio</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil aviation minister outlines Biman&amp;apos;s profitability roadmap</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-outlines-bimans-profitability-roadmap</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-outlines-bimans-profitability-roadmap</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ She said that adding new aircraft to the fleet would significantly increase income and help transform the airline into a more profitable organisation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:07:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, CAAB, Biman, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt to spot new labour markets abroad: PM</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-spot-new-labour-markets-abroad-pm</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-spot-new-labour-markets-abroad-pm</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Initiatives have been taken to sign bilateral agreements to expand alternative labour markets in different European countries such as Serbia, Greece, North Macedonia, Romania, Portugal, Brazil and Russia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:13:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>migrant workers, government, PM, Tarique Rahman, Speaker, Bangladesh missions, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Cox’s Bazar airport to go global within months: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coxs-bazar-airport-to-go-global-within-months-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coxs-bazar-airport-to-go-global-within-months-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airport has already received certification from the International Civil Aviation Organisation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:21:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, airport, minister, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Pahela Baishakh celebrated amid fanfare, festivities</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pahela-baishakh-celebrated-amid-fanfare-festivities</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pahela-baishakh-celebrated-amid-fanfare-festivities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the capital, Chhayanaut ushered in the day’s celebrations at dawn with its iconic musical event under the banyan tree at Ramna Batamul, drawing large crowds ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:06:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>museums, archaeological sites, Pahela Baishakh, 1433, Baishakhi Shobhajatra</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman’s Dhaka&#45;Sylhet&#45;Manchester flight to resume July 1</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bimans-dhaka-sylhet-manchester-flight-to-resume-july-1</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bimans-dhaka-sylhet-manchester-flight-to-resume-july-1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Initially, two weekly flights will operate on Saturdays and Tuesdays ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:55:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Dhaka, Sylhet, Manchester, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>‘National Tourism Master Plan’ underway: PM</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/national-tourism-master-plan-underway-pm</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/national-tourism-master-plan-underway-pm</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:11:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Ministry, Speaker, Eco-Tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Time to celebrate Pahela Baishakh in style</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/time-to-celebrate-pahela-baishakh-in-style</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/time-to-celebrate-pahela-baishakh-in-style</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Shubho Bangla Noboborsho (Happy Pahela Baishakh) 1433. Aviation &amp; Tourism Times extends greetings of Pahela Baishakh 1433 to its readers, patrons, peers, advertisers and well-wishers. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:15:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pahela Boishkah, Bangla New Year, Dhaka, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel invites guests to celebrate Pohela Boishakh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/renaissance-dhaka-gulshan-hotel-invites-guests-to-celebrate-pohela-boishakh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/renaissance-dhaka-gulshan-hotel-invites-guests-to-celebrate-pohela-boishakh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Renaissance Hotel aims to offer a meaningful environment for guests to welcome the Bangla New Year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:24:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Renaissance, Hotel, Pohela Boishakh, Gulshan, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka Kendra: A gallery preserving Dhaka&amp;apos;s rich history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-kendra-a-gallery-preserving-dhakas-rich-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-kendra-a-gallery-preserving-dhakas-rich-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This unique museum, gallery and library, established by the Maula Buksh Sardar Memorial Trust in Old Dhaka, has grown into a one-stop centre for the study of the city’s past and heritage ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:24:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>museum, gallery, library, Maula Buksh Sardar Memorial Trust, Old Dhaka, heritage, history</media:keywords>
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<title>US govt targets gamers to fill air traffic controller shortage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-govt-targets-gamers-to-fill-air-traffic-controller-shortage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-govt-targets-gamers-to-fill-air-traffic-controller-shortage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Selected applicants will begin as entry-level personnel at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:19:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, goverment, gamer, air traffic</media:keywords>
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<title>Gulf war forces Emirates to cut flights to 100+ destinations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gulf-conflict-forces-emirates-to-cut-flights-to-100-destinations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gulf-conflict-forces-emirates-to-cut-flights-to-100-destinations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline said passengers are advised to check the latest flight status and booking options regularly as it continues reviewing its network and updating schedules ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:02:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia, refund, Dubai, Dubai International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla offers up to 15% discount on tickets at Dhaka Travel Mart</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-offers-up-to-15-discount-on-tickets-at-dhaka-travel-mart</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-offers-up-to-15-discount-on-tickets-at-dhaka-travel-mart</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Beyond ticket discounts, US-Bangla Airlines has also planned to present its holiday packages ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:47:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, Dhaka, Bangladesh, aviation, offer</media:keywords>
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<title>Aviation operators seek govt incentive in industry crisis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-operators-seek-govt-incentive-in-industry-crisis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-operators-seek-govt-incentive-in-industry-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Aviation Operators Association of Bangladesh has warned that the sector is navigating one of its most challenging periods in recent memory ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:29:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>AOAB, Aviation Operators Association of Bangladesh, NovoAir, Bangladesh Travel Agency Act, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Ministry, Finance, Civil Aviation Authority</media:keywords>
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<title>Hajj pilgrims cautioned against carrying banned items</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hajj-pilgrims-cautioned-against-carrying-banned-items</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hajj-pilgrims-cautioned-against-carrying-banned-items</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Saudi Arabian regulations strictly forbid pilgrims from carrying items such as narcotic substances, tobacco leaves, jarda, gul, betel leaves, dried fish, cooked food, and other perishable goods in their luggage ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:41:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, pilgrims, Saudi Arabia, Religious Affairs Ministry, Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain (Kaikobad), Minister</media:keywords>
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<title>3&#45;day int’l tourism fair in Dhaka underway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-day-intl-tourism-fair-in-dhaka-underway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-day-intl-tourism-fair-in-dhaka-underway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 50 organisations from Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Vietnam, China, and host Bangladesh are taking part in the fair, showcasing their products and services across 10 pavilions and over 80 booths ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:14:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Vietnam, China, Bangladesh, pavilions, booths</media:keywords>
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<title>Barishal’s Baitul Aman Jame Masjid a major tourist attraction</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/barishals-baitul-aman-jame-masjid-a-major-tourist-attraction</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/barishals-baitul-aman-jame-masjid-a-major-tourist-attraction</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Approximately 1,500 worshippers can pray inside the mosque at a time, while a further 5,000 can offer prayers in the outer premises. Separate arrangements have also been made for women ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:44:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Baitul Aman Jame Masjid, Guthia Mosque, architectural design, UAE, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan</media:keywords>
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<title>Relief Minister falls sick in Saidpur, to be air&#45;lifted to Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/relief-minister-falls-sick-in-saidpur-to-be-air-lifted-to-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/relief-minister-falls-sick-in-saidpur-to-be-air-lifted-to-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The authorities decided to transport him via air ambulance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:22:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Relief Minister, Bangladesh, Saidpur, Air Ambulance</media:keywords>
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<title>NASA’s rare Super Guppy aircraft lands in Lakeland</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nasas-rare-super-guppy-aircraft-lands-in-lakeland</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nasas-rare-super-guppy-aircraft-lands-in-lakeland</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is the widest in diameter for any cargo aircraft ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:05:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NASA, Supper Guppy, aircraft, aerospace expo</media:keywords>
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<title>Visa expiry date doesn&amp;apos;t determine length of stay: US</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visa-expiry-date-doesnt-determine-length-of-stay-us</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visa-expiry-date-doesnt-determine-length-of-stay-us</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The authorised length of stay for international visitors in the United States is not determined by the expiration date on their B1/B2 visitor visa, but rather by the immigration officer present at the port of entry upon arrival ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:35:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, Dhaka, Bangladesh, CBP, B1/B2 visa, United States</media:keywords>
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<title>Historic Masjidkur Mosque faces decay, calls grow for urgent preservation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/historic-masjidkur-mosque-faces-decay-calls-grow-for-urgent-preservation-441</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/historic-masjidkur-mosque-faces-decay-calls-grow-for-urgent-preservation-441</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ancient structure, now under the Department of Archaeology, is suffering from severe deterioration ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:26:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Masjidkur Mosque, Khulna, archaeological site, 1445, jalaluddin Muhammad shah, DoA</media:keywords>
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<title>Cumilla: A journey thru ancient kingdoms and living heritage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cumilla-a-journey-thru-ancient-kingdoms-and-living-heritage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cumilla-a-journey-thru-ancient-kingdoms-and-living-heritage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A visitor’s guideline to make a trip in Cumilla ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:29:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Govt to initiate immediate media reforms to make promises tangible: Swapon</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-initiate-immediate-media-reforms-to-make-promises-tangible-swapon</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-initiate-immediate-media-reforms-to-make-promises-tangible-swapon</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Convener of the Citizen&#039;s Platform for SDGs Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya along with top executives from various media outlets spoke on the occasion ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:49:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Information, Broadcasting, Minister, Zahir Uddin Swapon, ERF, Citizen&#039;s Platform for SDGs</media:keywords>
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<title>Visit Malaysia campaign extended to 2027</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-malaysia-campaign-extended-to-2027</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-malaysia-campaign-extended-to-2027</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In 2025, Malaysia recorded a total of 42,196,892 international visitor arrivals, including 281,492 from Bangladesh. This marks a significant increase of 82.1 percent compared to the previous year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:34:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Malaysia, Bangladesh, High Commissioner, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, AirAsia, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Idrakpur Fort of Mughal era still stands tall</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/idrakpur-fort-of-mughal-era-still-stands-tall</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/idrakpur-fort-of-mughal-era-still-stands-tall</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Built in 1660 under the reign of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb (1658–1707) and during the tenure of Bengal Subedar Mir Jumla, the fort mirrors the architectural style of Dhaka’s Lalbagh Fort ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:18:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mughal, Emperor, Aurangzeb, fort, Dhaka, Meghna, Ichamati, Shitalakshya, Sonakanda, Hajiganj forts, Narayanganj</media:keywords>
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<title>3&#45;day international tourism fair starts today</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-day-international-tourism-fair-starts-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-day-international-tourism-fair-starts-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 50 organisations from Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Vietnam, China and host Bangladesh are participating in the fair, showcasing products and services across 10 pavilions and over 80 booths ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:45:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Vietnam, China, Bangladesh, The Bangladesh Monitor, Air Astra, US-Bangla Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman&amp;apos;s Chennai&#45;bound flight aborts takeoff after passenger falls ill</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bimans-chennai-bound-flight-aborts-takeoff-after-passenger-falls-ill</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bimans-chennai-bound-flight-aborts-takeoff-after-passenger-falls-ill</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flight BG-363 was scheduled to depart Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka at 11:20 am, but the aircraft aborted its takeoff at the last moment due to the passenger&#039;s deteriorating condition ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:33:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, HSIA, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Singapore Airlines keen to double Dhaka–Singapore flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/singapore-airlines-keen-to-double-dhakasingapore-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/singapore-airlines-keen-to-double-dhakasingapore-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The proposed increase in flights is expected to boost travel, trade, and labor mobility, further strengthening ties between Bangladesh and Singapore ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:31:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Singapore, Singapore Airlines, Dhaka, Bangladesh, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Greece’s tourism sector in search of workers as summer season looms</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/greeces-tourism-sector-in-search-of-workers-as-summer-season-looms</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/greeces-tourism-sector-in-search-of-workers-as-summer-season-looms</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the countdown to the season getting into full swing, the search for staff to keep the industry afloat has assumed an unexpected urgency. Greece may be among Europe’s most popular destinations but workers are in short supply ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:21:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourists, Athens, summer, Crete, Rhodes, POEET</media:keywords>
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<title>13 Western countries issue joint warning against visa fraud</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/13-western-countries-issue-joint-warning-against-visa-fraud</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/13-western-countries-issue-joint-warning-against-visa-fraud</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The countries urged applicants to complete all visa-related procedures using verified information and official government channels of the respective countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:58:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>EU, Visa, fraud, joint warning</media:keywords>
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<title>Skilled manpower crisis in tourism, hospitality sectors amid soaring demand</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skilled-manpower-crisis-in-tourism-hospitality-sectors-amid-soaring-demand</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skilled-manpower-crisis-in-tourism-hospitality-sectors-amid-soaring-demand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nearly 80% of tourism graduates do not enter the sector, citing low pay, poor job satisfaction and weak career prospects ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:57:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, hospitality, skills gap, leadership, finance, culinary</media:keywords>
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<title>Cumilla Airport included in plans for reopening</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cumilla-airport-included-in-plans-for-reopening</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cumilla-airport-included-in-plans-for-reopening</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Strong economy of the Cumilla region and growing demand are key factors behind the decision to reopen the airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:40:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cumilla, airport, reopening, aviation, CAAB, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>PIA scraps discounts, cuts and suspends flights as fuel costs soar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pia-scraps-discounts-cuts-and-suspends-flights-as-fuel-costs-soar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pia-scraps-discounts-cuts-and-suspends-flights-as-fuel-costs-soar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline&#039;s spokesperson confirmed that concessions will now be limited exclusively to children and infants ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:09:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PIA, fuel, flight, Pakistan, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Etihad launches seasonal flights to Dhaka to boost UAE&#45;Bangladesh links</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/etihad-launches-seasonal-flights-to-dhaka-to-boost-uae-bangladesh-links</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/etihad-launches-seasonal-flights-to-dhaka-to-boost-uae-bangladesh-links</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The four-times-weekly service will run until October 24, connecting Abu Dhabi with Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, and is aimed at meeting strong demand for passenger travel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:06:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Etihad Airways, Dhaka, UAE, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Amari Dhaka to welcome Pahela Baishakh in style</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/amari-dhaka-to-welcome-pahela-baishakh-in-style</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/amari-dhaka-to-welcome-pahela-baishakh-in-style</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There will be an assortment of colourful and effervescent events at the hotel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:51:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Amari Dhaka, Pohela Boishakh, Bangla New Year, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>ME conflict puts airfreight demand under pressure</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-puts-airfreight-demand-under-pressure</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-puts-airfreight-demand-under-pressure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Air cargo has typically benefited during crises, this conflict is putting more pressure on airlines than on ocean shipping, with freight rates already climbing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:37:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air, cargo, airfreeighrt, Asia, Europe, America, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Radisson Blu Dhaka announces Baishakhi feast offers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-dhaka-announces-baishakhi-feast-offers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-dhaka-announces-baishakhi-feast-offers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Radisson Blu has announced a &quot;Dine &amp; Win&quot; promotion, where lucky diners stand a chance to win couple air tickets by Air Astra ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Radisson, Dhaka, Pohela Boishakh, offer, Bangla New Year</media:keywords>
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<title>Gholdari Shahi Jame Mosque: A remarkable architectural relic in Chuadanga</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gholdari-shahi-jame-mosque-a-remarkable-architectural-relicin-chuadanga</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gholdari-shahi-jame-mosque-a-remarkable-architectural-relicin-chuadanga</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is widely recognized as one of the oldest landmarks in the southwestern region. According to local belief, the mosque is more than a thousand years old ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:01:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gholdari, mosque, Chuadanga, Alamdanga, architectural style, Nadia, Ikhtiyar Uddin Muhammad bin Bakhtiyar Khilji</media:keywords>
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<title>InterContinental Dhaka to host grand Baishakhi Uthsab</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/intercontinental-dhaka-to-host-grand-baishakhi-uthsab</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/intercontinental-dhaka-to-host-grand-baishakhi-uthsab</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ InterContinental Dhaka has urged interested guests to book in advance, as limited seats are available ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:49:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>InterContinental Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Pahela Boishkah</media:keywords>
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<title>Westin gears up for Pahela Baishakh celebrations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/westin-gears-up-for-pahela-baishakh-celebrations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/westin-gears-up-for-pahela-baishakh-celebrations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The culinary experience will feature a rich spread of authentic Boishakhi delicacies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:07:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Westin Dhaka, Pahela Boishakh, Bangla New Year, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka Regency to mark Bangla New Year with daylong celebration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-regency-to-mark-bangla-new-year-with-daylong-celebration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-regency-to-mark-bangla-new-year-with-daylong-celebration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The culinary highlight begins at noon with a Boishakhi lunch buffet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:44:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Regency, hotel, Bangla new year</media:keywords>
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<title>India cuts airport charges by 25% to ease pressure on airlines</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-cuts-airport-charges-by-25-to-ease-pressure-on-airlines</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-cuts-airport-charges-by-25-to-ease-pressure-on-airlines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Summary: Indian airlines are currently facing mounting financial pressure amid the fallout from the Iran conflict ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:30:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, airlines, aviation, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Primary Education Unity Council forms convening, advisory committees</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/primary-education-unity-council-forms-convening-advisory-committees</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/primary-education-unity-council-forms-convening-advisory-committees</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The council has formed a convening committee and an advisory committee to press for the legitimate demands of primary school teachers and officials ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:11:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Primary, school, teacher, education, education officer</media:keywords>
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<title>Shanghai international boat and tourism fair concludes successfully</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shanghai-international-boat-and-tourism-fair-concludes-successfully</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shanghai-international-boat-and-tourism-fair-concludes-successfully</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The exhibition showcased over 10,000 new products from more than 6,000 exhibitors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:59:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>How Iran war reshaping global tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-iran-war-reshaping-global-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-iran-war-reshaping-global-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ To continue being attractive destinations, these countries need to guarantee connectivity and stability, both of which are seriously jeopardised by the ongoing conflict. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:49:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, USA, Israel, global Tourism, Doha, Dubai, Qatar, Abu Dhabi</media:keywords>
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<title>Certificate course on tourism and hospitality launched by BITH</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/certificate-course-on-tourism-and-hospitality-launched-by-bith</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/certificate-course-on-tourism-and-hospitality-launched-by-bith</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The program is designed to create job opportunities alongside practical training ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:49:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Certificate, toursim, hospitality, BITH, course</media:keywords>
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<title>Sheraton Dhaka&amp;apos;s daylong Boishakhi prog on 14 April</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sheraton-dhakas-daylong-boishakhi-prog-on-14-april</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sheraton-dhakas-daylong-boishakhi-prog-on-14-april</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Borshoboron Mela 2026, marking Pohela Boishakh, will run from noon to 8:00pm, featuring traditional food, cultural shows, rides and retail stalls ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:34:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sheraton, Dhaka, Pohela Boishakh, chotpoti, jhalmuri, faluda, gurer cha</media:keywords>
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<title>Operators urge Sri Lanka to waive visa&#45;on&#45;arrival fees for Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tour-operators-urge-sri-lanka-to-waive-visa-on-arrival-fees-for-bangladeshi-travellers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tour-operators-urge-sri-lanka-to-waive-visa-on-arrival-fees-for-bangladeshi-travellers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sri Lankan High Commissioner Weerakkody highlighted the immense potential for cooperation between the two countries’ tourism sectors and said initiatives like this will serve as a milestone in the growth of the tourism industry in both nations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:14:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh, TOAB, SLTPB</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka to urge Delhi for visa resumption</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-to-urge-delhi-for-visa-resumption</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-to-urge-delhi-for-visa-resumption</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Officials indicate that the foreign minister&#039;s New Delhi visit on Tuesday will carry significant implications for aviation connectivity and cross-border travel flows ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:18:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>india, bangladesh, visa, connectivity, New Delhi, aviation, tourism, Dr S Jaishankar, Ajit Doval</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB launches ICAO course to boost aviation training standards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-launches-icao-course-to-boost-aviation-training-standards</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-launches-icao-course-to-boost-aviation-training-standards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Five-day instructor programme aims to align Bangladesh’s aviation sector with global benchmarks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:06:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, ICAO, training, course, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>How small flying drone becomes a big thing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-small-flying-drone-becomes-a-big-thing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-small-flying-drone-becomes-a-big-thing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Read this layman’s guide to know about the variety and diversity of drones, their uses and operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:18:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>drone, aviation, security, war, disaster management, photography</media:keywords>
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<title>Primary education officials express anger over promotions, appointments</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/primary-education-officials-express-anger-over-various-demands-including-promotions-appointments</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/primary-education-officials-express-anger-over-various-demands-including-promotions-appointments</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the school feeding project, 150 upazilas were divided into 20 packages and tenders were invited, but work orders were awarded to only eight organisations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:32:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Primary, Mass Education, Directorate, Government Primary School, Honorarium, TA/DA, Memorandum</media:keywords>
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<title>Unauthorised drone seized at Shahjalal Airport VIP area</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/unauthorised-drone-seized-at-shahjalal-airport-vip-area</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/unauthorised-drone-seized-at-shahjalal-airport-vip-area</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A preliminary investigation revealed that the drone was being operated without obtaining prior permission ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:01:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>drone, HSIA, Dhaka, airport, avaition</media:keywords>
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<title>Zero Waste Day: Global tourism leaders convene to launch &amp;apos;Recipe of Change&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zero-waste-day-global-tourism-leaders-convene-to-launch-recipe-of-change</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zero-waste-day-global-tourism-leaders-convene-to-launch-recipe-of-change</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative has already gained support from major global players ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:37:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UN, food waste, food, beverage, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran war reshaping global aviation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-war-reshaping-global-aviation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-war-reshaping-global-aviation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways offered a viable alternative in the Persian Gulf region, leveraging a perfect position between three continents — Europe, Africa and Asia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:33:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, airlines, aviation, tourism, Middle East, European, Flightradar24</media:keywords>
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<title>Barguna, a coastal pearl of beauty</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/barguna-a-coastal-pearl-of-beauty</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/barguna-a-coastal-pearl-of-beauty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Visitors are captivated by the lush mangroves, red crabs darting along the shore, birdsong and breathtaking sunset on the horizon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:43:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Barguna, Bangladesh, tourism, tourist spot</media:keywords>
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<title>Asia flight chaos strands travellers across three key hubs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/asia-flight-chaos-strands-travellers-across-three-key-hubs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/asia-flight-chaos-strands-travellers-across-three-key-hubs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The flight tracking and schedule data for early April indicate that Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Chengdu’s main airport system and Tokyo’s dual-airport gateway have become flashpoints for disruption affecting connections across Asia and beyond ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:46:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Batik Air, Chengdu Airlines, ANA Wings, Soekarno-Hatta airport, Jakarta, Chengdu airport, China, Tokyo airport, Japan</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt advances Boeing purchase, eyes Airbus leasing strategy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-advances-boeing-purchase-eyes-airbus-leasing-strategy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-advances-boeing-purchase-eyes-airbus-leasing-strategy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat said the interim government has, in principle, approved the acquisition of 14 Boeing aircraft, with only the formal signing of the deal remaining ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:20:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Boeing, Aviation, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>US fighter jet shot down over Iran; crew member missing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-fighter-jet-shot-down-over-iran-crew-member-missing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-fighter-jet-shot-down-over-iran-crew-member-missing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The downed F-15 was hit by Iranian fire over Iranian airspace ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:47:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, Iran, fighter jet, pilot, Epic Fury, Middle East, conflict</media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai tourism plunges up to 80% amid regional conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-tourism-plunges-up-to-80-amid-regional-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-tourism-plunges-up-to-80-amid-regional-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The city welcomed 19.59 million international visitors last year, making it one of the world’s most visited destinations; but since the begining of the US-Israel agressive war on Iran on 28 February, the number of tourists drastically declined ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:36:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Israel, war, Iran</media:keywords>
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<title>Third terminal deal likely tomorrow: State minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-deal-likely-tomorrow-state-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-deal-likely-tomorrow-state-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam Rita and Millat held a meeting with the Japanese envoy at the Secretariat ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:04:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, third terminal, state minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, secretariat, Japanese consortium, JICA, bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>ACC probe into 72,000&#45;litre jet fuel theft stalled midway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/acc-probe-into-72000-litre-jet-fuel-theft-stalled-midway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/acc-probe-into-72000-litre-jet-fuel-theft-stalled-midway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Allegations have been raised that the investigation has stalled due to lack of ‘green signal’ from influential syndicate within Padma Oil Company. Multiple meetings between ACC probe team and main accused official have raised neutrality concerns ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:15:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ACC, Padma Oil Company, jet fuel theft, Narayanganj, Godnail, Kurmitola Depot, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshis included among migrants rescued near Croatia&amp;apos;s border river</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshis-included-among-migrants-rescued-near-croatias-border-river</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshis-included-among-migrants-rescued-near-croatias-border-river</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Eight people were transported to hospitals ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:43:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Iran attacks threaten global aviation: ICAO</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-attacks-threaten-global-aviation-icao</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-attacks-threaten-global-aviation-icao</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The UN aviation watchdog specifically condemned attacks carried out since February 28, involving missiles and drones targeting Gulf Cooperation Council states and Jordan ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:37:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ICAO, Iran, Jordan, UAE, Oman, Gulf countries, UN aviation watchdog, GCAA, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Egypt</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshi national killed in drone attack in UAE</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-national-killed-in-drone-attack-in-uae</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-national-killed-in-drone-attack-in-uae</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The latest casualty adds to a growing toll of Bangladeshi expatriates affected by the escalating conflict ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:41:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, UAE, Middle East, drone attack</media:keywords>
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<title>Airbus A380: The tale of a superjumbo’s fall</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-a380-the-tale-of-a-superjumbos-fall</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-a380-the-tale-of-a-superjumbos-fall</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A380 proved to be a giant product that the market ultimately did not want ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airbus, France, aircraft, jumboo</media:keywords>
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<title>UAE bans Iranians from entry, transit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-bans-iranians-from-entry-transit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-bans-iranians-from-entry-transit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dubai-based airline Emirates announced on its website on Wednesday that Iranian citizens are not allowed to enter or transit UAE amid heightened tensions between Iran and Gulf states ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:36:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE carrier, Flydubai, United States, Israel, Iran, Dubai, Abu Dhabi</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran allows 6 Bangladeshi ships to cross Strait of Hormuz: envoy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-allows-6-bangladeshi-ships-to-cross-strait-of-hormuz-envoy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-allows-6-bangladeshi-ships-to-cross-strait-of-hormuz-envoy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking to reporters at the Iranian Embassy, he said Iran’s Security Council had granted clearance for the ships, adding that Dhaka and Tehran are working in coordination to ensure their safe return ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:54:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Ambassador, Bangladesh, Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi, Wednesday, Dhaka, Tehran, Middle East, United States, war</media:keywords>
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<title>Irish envoy calls on Shama Obaid, vows stronger bilateral ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/irish-envoy-calls-on-shama-obaid-vows-stronger-bilateral-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/irish-envoy-calls-on-shama-obaid-vows-stronger-bilateral-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting reflects the ongoing efforts of both nations to deepen their diplomatic engagement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:03:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Ireland, state minister, mofa</media:keywords>
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<title>Florida governor signs bill renaming Palm Beach Airport after Trump</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/florida-governor-signs-bill-renaming-palm-beach-airport-after-trump</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/florida-governor-signs-bill-renaming-palm-beach-airport-after-trump</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The renaming is part of a broader trend since Trump returned to the White House in January 2025 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:19:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Floria, Trump, USA, Air Port, governor</media:keywords>
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<title>No decision yet on renaming Dhaka airport: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-decision-yet-on-renaming-dhaka-airport-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-decision-yet-on-renaming-dhaka-airport-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A decision on changing the airport’s name might be made in the future following discussions with different stakeholders, she said ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:59:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, HSIA, Zia</media:keywords>
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<title>$235,000 US grant to restore Musa Khan Mosque at DU</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/235000-us-grant-to-restore-musa-khan-mosque-at-du</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/235000-us-grant-to-restore-musa-khan-mosque-at-du</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The grant, provided under the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, was announced by US Ambassador Brent T Christensen at an event at Curzon Hall at Dhaka University on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:57:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, ambassador, Curzon Hall, Dhaka University</media:keywords>
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<title>Government sets 15&#45;Day deadline for travel agency registration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/government-sets-15-day-deadline-for-travel-agency-registration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/government-sets-15-day-deadline-for-travel-agency-registration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Enforcement actions will be taken against violators under existing laws ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:54:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel Agency, Bangladesh, registration, Goverment</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza stresses passenger service for Biman&amp;apos;s revival</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-places-passenger-service-at-the-heart-of-bimans-revival-strategy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-places-passenger-service-at-the-heart-of-bimans-revival-strategy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister highlights the importance of customer service. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:34:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Balaka, Civil Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Oman Air brings lucrative fare offers from Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-brings-lucrative-fare-offers-from-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-brings-lucrative-fare-offers-from-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airliner is offering one-way tickets starting from $299 to Muscat to $376 to Doha, $393 to Milan, $318 to Dammam, $411 to Munich, $409 to Paris, and $329 to Istanbul ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:50:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Muscat, Doha, Milan, Dammam, Munich, Paris, Istanbul, Frankfurt, Dhaka, airliner, air ticket</media:keywords>
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<title>18 Bangladeshi die of starvation, illness in Med</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/18-bangladeshi-die-of-starvation-illness-in-med</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/18-bangladeshi-die-of-starvation-illness-in-med</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Witnesses also alleged that traffickers dumped the bodies into the sea ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:11:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, migrant, Greece, Mediterranean Sea</media:keywords>
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<title>Exotic tulips lure hundreds of tourists to Panchagarh village</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/exotic-tulips-lure-hundreds-of-tourists-to-panchagarh-village</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/exotic-tulips-lure-hundreds-of-tourists-to-panchagarh-village</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Visitors are greeted by a brightly decorated entrance before stepping into what many describe as a living canvas of flowers swaying in the breeze ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:44:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tulip, tentulia, panchagarh, Visitors, canvas, flowers</media:keywords>
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<title>NOVOAIR seeks to expand operations on international routes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-seeks-to-expand-operations-on-international-routes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-seeks-to-expand-operations-on-international-routes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NOVOAIR would need to obtain approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) and secure bilateral traffic rights for specific routes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:34:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NOVOAIR, aircraft, Bangladesh, operation</media:keywords>
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<title>BRAC Bank partners with Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport to offer exclusive dining, lifestyle benefits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/brac-bank-partners-with-crowne-plaza-dhaka-airport-to-offer-exclusive-dining-lifestyle-benefits</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/brac-bank-partners-with-crowne-plaza-dhaka-airport-to-offer-exclusive-dining-lifestyle-benefits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The signing ceremony was attended by senior representatives from both organisations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:17:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>ME conflict cancels 201 flights in a month at Ctg airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-cancels-201-flights-in-a-month-at-ctg-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-cancels-201-flights-in-a-month-at-ctg-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flights operated by SalamAir, AirArabia, and US-Bangla Airlines on routes connecting Sharjah, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi with Chattogram continue to remain suspended without any change ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:28:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shah Amanat International Airport, Chattogram, flight cancellation, Middle East, SalamAir, AirArabia, US-Bangla Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Bholaganj Sada Pathor regains natural beauty</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bholaganj-sada-pathor-regains-natural-beauty</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bholaganj-sada-pathor-regains-natural-beauty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Crystal-clear water revealing milk-white stones beneath the surface signals that nature is gradually reclaiming its lost splendour ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:54:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>sada pathor, white stone, bholaganj, companiganj, sylhet, recovery</media:keywords>
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<title>ICAO strengthens global framework for aircraft accident investigations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icao-strengthens-global-framework-for-aircraft-accident-investigations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icao-strengthens-global-framework-for-aircraft-accident-investigations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Revised international standards seek to ensure that accident investigations are neither halted nor undermined by conflicts of interest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:02:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ICAO, aircraft, accident, investigation</media:keywords>
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<title>Air Algérie orders 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-algerie-orders-10-boeing-737-max-8-jets-in-fleet-modernisation-push</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-algerie-orders-10-boeing-737-max-8-jets-in-fleet-modernisation-push</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new order expands upon a fleet renewal programme that is already in progress ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:55:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Algeria, Africa, Boeing, fleet, jet</media:keywords>
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<title>Domestic airfares rise following jet fuel price hike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airfares-increase-on-various-routes-from-dhaka-following-jet-fuel-price-hike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airfares-increase-on-various-routes-from-dhaka-following-jet-fuel-price-hike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Airfares from Dhaka rise by Tk 1,000–1,200 on domestic routes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:46:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Bangladesh, airfare, jet fuel</media:keywords>
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<title>A promising eco&#45;tourism centre nears completion in Sundarbans</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-promising-eco-tourism-centre-nears-completion-in-sundarbans</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-promising-eco-tourism-centre-nears-completion-in-sundarbans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From the Sharankhola Range headquarters jetty, it takes only about 50 minutes by engine-powered trawler to reach Ali Banda, and from there about an hour and a half to reach Supati Wildlife Sanctuary ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Forest Division, Ali Banda Eco-Tourism Centre, Sharankhola Range, Sundarbans, Sharankhola, Hiron point, luxury transport, resorts, cottages, seafood</media:keywords>
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<title>30,000 tonnes of diesel, jet fuel arrive at Chattogram Port</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fuel-ship-with-30000-tonnes-of-diesel-and-jet-fuel-arrives-at-chattogram-port</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fuel-ship-with-30000-tonnes-of-diesel-and-jet-fuel-arrives-at-chattogram-port</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh strengthens its energy stocks amid global challenges ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:57:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, jet fuel, Chottogram Port, ship, oil tanker</media:keywords>
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<title>China Eastern orders 101 Airbus aircraft in $15.8 billion deal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-eastern-orders-101-airbus-aircraft-in-158-billion-deal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-eastern-orders-101-airbus-aircraft-in-158-billion-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in batches between 2028 and 2032 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:21:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>China, China Eastern, Airbus, France, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran’s retaliatory strikes targeting Iconic Mideast hotels, airports shake Gulf stability</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/irans-retaliatory-strikes-targeting-iconic-mideast-hotels-airports-shake-gulf-stability</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/irans-retaliatory-strikes-targeting-iconic-mideast-hotels-airports-shake-gulf-stability</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In response to US-Israeli attacks on its nuclear programme, Iran&#039; retaliatory strikes targeted key sites across multiple Gulf countries, including residential areas, airports, and prominent hotels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:22:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Israel, Iran, Tehran, Tel Aviv, retaliatory strikes, UAE, Bahrain, Tourism, hotel, tower, airports, Mideast</media:keywords>
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<title>UK’s first electric flight trial in Scotland</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uks-first-electric-flight-trial-in-scotland</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uks-first-electric-flight-trial-in-scotland</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Electric aircraft trials commence to test mail deliveries to remote communities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:11:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, Scotland, electric flight, aircraft, mail</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran is the graveyard of American hegemony</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-is-the-graveyard-of-american-hegemony</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-is-the-graveyard-of-american-hegemony</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Trump administration&#039;s deceptive triumphs and official inconsistencies cannot hide the cold truth visible to the global stage—America&#039;s strategic goals are collapsing in real-time ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:46:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Israel, iran, UNESCO, Beijing, Moscow, THAAD, Patriot, South Korea, air defence</media:keywords>
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<title>Expats to get two special flights on Dhaka&#45;Bahrain route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expats-to-get-two-special-flights-on-dhaka-bahrain-route</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expats-to-get-two-special-flights-on-dhaka-bahrain-route</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bangladesh Embassy in Manama has requested Bangladeshis wishing to travel to Dhaka or return to Dammam via these flights to register through Google Forms ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:42:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bahrain, Gulf Air</media:keywords>
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<title>Drone strike sparks fuel tank blaze at Kuwait airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/drone-strike-sparks-fuel-tank-blaze-at-kuwait-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/drone-strike-sparks-fuel-tank-blaze-at-kuwait-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kuwait&#039;s Civil Aviation Authority spokesperson Abdullah Al-Rajhi confirmed preliminary assessments showed only limited property damage with no report of any casualty ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:05:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kuwait International Airport, radar, terminal, civilian, strategic, February, March</media:keywords>
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<title>Mideast tensions continue to strain airline capacity, global flight networks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mideast-tensions-continue-to-strain-airline-capacity-global-flight-networks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mideast-tensions-continue-to-strain-airline-capacity-global-flight-networks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A review of current schedule data for the week of March 23, along with projections for the weeks ahead, shows that carriers are swiftly adjusting to the ongoing disruption ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:42:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, airliners, flights, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Air Arabia, Flight schedules</media:keywords>
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<title>Colombian military plane crash death toll rises to 69</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/colombian-military-plane-crash-death-toll-rises-to-69</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/colombian-military-plane-crash-death-toll-rises-to-69</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident occurred in Puerto Leguízamo, deep within the Amazon region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:56:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Colombia, Military, C-130, plane crash</media:keywords>
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<title>ICE agents at US airports amid TSA staff shortages for shutdown</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ice-agents-at-us-airports-amid-tsa-staff-shortages-for-shutdown</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ice-agents-at-us-airports-amid-tsa-staff-shortages-for-shutdown</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ TSA faces a mounting staffing crisis due to an ongoing partial government shutdown, leaving thousands of federal employees without pay ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:33:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ICE, TSA, USA, shutdown</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy clarifies why it suspended immigrant visas for Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-why-it-suspended-immigrant-visas-for-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-why-it-suspended-immigrant-visas-for-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy said the decision was made to ensure that immigrants do not become a financial burden on American taxpayers as a comparatively high number of Bangladeshi immigrants rely on US govt assistance programmes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:16:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US embassy, dhaka, bangladesh, immigrant, American, taxpayers</media:keywords>
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<title>Pakistan eyes Dhaka–Lahore flights, aviation cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pakistan-eyes-dhakalahore-flights-aviation-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pakistan-eyes-dhakalahore-flights-aviation-cooperation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the talks, both sides emphasized strengthening, diversifying and expanding existing bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Pakistan ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:50:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pakistan, bangladesh, dhaka, lahore, minister, state minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Cox’s Bazar sees massive tourist surge after Eid</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coxs-bazar-sees-massive-tourist-surge-after-eid</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coxs-bazar-sees-massive-tourist-surge-after-eid</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Although the holiday period has now ended, a significant number of tourists were still seen at the beach on Tuesday, enjoying various recreational activities such as beach bike rides, horse riding and jet skiing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:35:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cox&#039;s bazar, tourist, tourism, bangladesh, Laboni Point to Kolatoli, Sugandha Point</media:keywords>
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<title>UK interested in HSIA Terminal&#45;3 ground handling role</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-interested-in-hsia-terminal-3-ground-handling-role</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-interested-in-hsia-terminal-3-ground-handling-role</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the talks, both sides emphasized strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom, particularly in the civil aviation sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:53:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>United Kingdom, Bangladesh, Sarah Cooke, Afroza Khanam, minister, state minister</media:keywords>
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<title>Airlines slam Tk 202 jet fuel hike decision</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-slam-tk-202-jet-fuel-hike-decision</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-slam-tk-202-jet-fuel-hike-decision</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The decision, effective from Tuesday midnight, comes just days after BERC suspended a similar hike amid industry backlash and geopolitical uncertainty linked to tensions in the Middle East ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:17:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>airliners, hike, price, jet fuel, AOAB, BERC</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel prices surge by 80% in Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-surge-by-80-in-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-surge-by-80-in-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new prices were announced on Tuesday by the commission following an emergency virtual meeting ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:38:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jet fuel, price, increase, BERC</media:keywords>
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<title>Post&#45;Eid hangout: Dhaka&amp;apos;s zoo, parks overflow with holiday crowds</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/post-eid-hangout-dhakas-zoo-parks-overflow-with-holiday-crowds</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/post-eid-hangout-dhakas-zoo-parks-overflow-with-holiday-crowds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Across the capital, parks and open spaces witnessed huge gatherings ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:33:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid, Dhaka, holidays, zoo, park</media:keywords>
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<title>Australia issues urgent warning against Middle East transit amid intensifying conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australia-issues-urgent-warning-against-middle-east-transit-amid-intensifying-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australia-issues-urgent-warning-against-middle-east-transit-amid-intensifying-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Aussies traveling to Europe via a Middle East stopover have been warned to reconsider ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:46:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Miidle East, aviation, Australia, conflict</media:keywords>
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<title>Thakurgaon Airport: Revival after 46 Years to fulfill northern region&amp;apos;s dream</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thakurgaon-airport-revival-after-46-years-to-fulfill-northern-regions-dream</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thakurgaon-airport-revival-after-46-years-to-fulfill-northern-regions-dream</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the Indo-Pak war of 1965, its runway was severely damaged ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:16:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airport, Thakurgaon, North Bengal, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>4 Qataris, 3 Turks killed in helicopter crash</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/4-qataris-3-turks-killed-in-helicopter-crash</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/4-qataris-3-turks-killed-in-helicopter-crash</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rescue operations had been completed and a final seventh individual was confirmed dead. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:34:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar, turkey, helicopter, crash, rescue, territorial</media:keywords>
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<title>22 countries urge immediate action to open Strait of Hormuz to resolve travel, tourism crisis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/22-countries-urge-immediate-action-to-open-strait-of-hormuz-to-resolve-travel-tourism-crisis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/22-countries-urge-immediate-action-to-open-strait-of-hormuz-to-resolve-travel-tourism-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UAE Joins UK, France, Japan, Canada, Bahrain, and sixteen other countries in issuing a joint statement calling for immediate action to cease Iran’s strikes and open the Strait of Hormuz as the choke has put a stop to supply of roughly 20% of the world’s oil ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:55:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Strait, Hormuz, UAE, Iran, waterway, tourism, middle east, instability, global travel</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid&#45;ul&#45;Fitr celebrated with due religious fervour, festivity</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-ul-fitr-celebrated-with-due-religious-fervour-festivity</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-ul-fitr-celebrated-with-due-religious-fervour-festivity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The main Eid congregation was held at the National Eidgah in the capital around 8.30am ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:50:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid, congregation, eidgah, high court, Dhaka, President, khatib, national mosque</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza stresses better services visiting Dhaka airport on Eid day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-stresses-better-services-visiting-dhaka-airport-on-eid-day</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-stresses-better-services-visiting-dhaka-airport-on-eid-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister visited different key areas of the airport and reviewed its overall operations during the inspection ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 21:57:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, HSIA, passenger, services, Eid-ul-Fitr, CAAB, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy issues advisory on visa interview preparation, financial means</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-issues-advisory-on-visa-interview-preparation-financial-means</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-issues-advisory-on-visa-interview-preparation-financial-means</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy  advised prospective travelers to the US to ensure they have sufficient financial resources and proper documentation ahead of visa interviews ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:25:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, visa, advisory, embassy, Dhaka, travel, applicants</media:keywords>
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<title>Airfares from UAE to South Asian countries soar during Eid&#45;ul&#45;Fitr travel rush</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airfares-from-uae-to-south-asian-countries-soar-during-eid-ul-fitr-travel-rush</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airfares-from-uae-to-south-asian-countries-soar-during-eid-ul-fitr-travel-rush</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Limited flights and strong Eid demand push ticket prices sharply higher ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:26:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airfare, flight, Eid, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, South Asia</media:keywords>
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<title>Travel alert 2026: 33 countries under warning as ME conflict disrupts global tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/travel-alert-2026-33-countries-under-warning-as-me-conflict-triggers-global-travel-tourism-chaos</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/travel-alert-2026-33-countries-under-warning-as-me-conflict-triggers-global-travel-tourism-chaos</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the crisis escalates, the impact on tourism and travel planning is undeniable ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:03:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourists, tourism, travel, alert, impact, warning, disruptions</media:keywords>
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<title>President, PM offer Eid prayers together at Eidgah Maidan</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/president-pm-offer-eid-prayers-together-at-eidgah-maidan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/president-pm-offer-eid-prayers-together-at-eidgah-maidan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The main congregation of Eid-ul-Fitr was held at the National Eidgah Maidan adjacent to the High Court at 8:34 am today ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:30:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid, Eidgah, president, PM, congregation, supreme court, national eidgah</media:keywords>
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<title>186 Bangladeshis evacuated from Iran to return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/186-bangladeshis-evacuated-from-iran-to-return-home</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The evacuees crossed the Iran–Azerbaijan border by land before boarding a special Biman Bangladesh flight from Baku, Azerbaijan ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:49:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Evacuated, Iran, Bangladesh, Baku, Azerbaijan, Tehran, Ankara, New Delhi, Geneva</media:keywords>
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<title>500&#45;year&#45;old Khania Dighi Mosque in Chapainawabganj: A witness of history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/500-year-old-khania-dighi-mosque-in-chapainawabganj-a-witness-of-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/500-year-old-khania-dighi-mosque-in-chapainawabganj-a-witness-of-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The historic Khania Dighi Mosque bears witness to nearly 500 years of Bengal&#039;s architectural and cultural heritage ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:27:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chapainawabganj, mosque, 500 years, rajshahi</media:keywords>
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<title>Rangamati all set for Eid tourists</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-all-set-for-eid-tourists</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-all-set-for-eid-tourists</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourist motels, the iconic hanging bridge, and various hotels, motels, and resorts across the district have been renovated and decorated in a new look ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:44:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, tourist, Rangamati, hotels, motels, Eid, holidaymakers</media:keywords>
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<title>Many countries expect hammering impact on travel, tourism amid escalating ME crisis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/many-countries-expect-hammering-impact-on-travel-tourism-amid-escalating-middle-east-crisis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/many-countries-expect-hammering-impact-on-travel-tourism-amid-escalating-middle-east-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Israel&#039;s March 18 airstrikes on South Pars Natural Gas Field in Iran may reduce gas output by nearly 12%, triggering a surge in energy prices ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:19:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar, Saudi Arabia, US, Japan, Turkey, travel, South Pars Natural Gas Field, tourism, impact, Iran</media:keywords>
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<title>Rain likely across country on Eid day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rain-likely-across-country-on-eid-day</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rain-likely-across-country-on-eid-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rain and thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind and lightning flashes is likely to occur at a few places at  all eight divisions today ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:33:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Weather, rain, gusty, wind, thunder, Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, Sylhet</media:keywords>
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<title>Holy Eid&#45;ul&#45;Fitr today</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/holy-eid-ul-fitr-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/holy-eid-ul-fitr-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The holy Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the greatest religious festivals of the Muslims, is being celebrated in the country today ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:13:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Fitr, mosque, eidgah, minister, moon, baitul mukarram, national</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid&#45;ul&#45;Fitr on Saturday as Shawwal moon not sighted</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-ul-fitr-on-saturday-as-shawwal-moon-not-sighted</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-ul-fitr-on-saturday-as-shawwal-moon-not-sighted</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The holy Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated in the country on Saturday as the moon was not sighted in the sky of Bangladesh on Thursday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 03:11:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Fitr, religious, festivals, Muslims, Saturday, moon, Shawwal, 1447 Hijri, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>US to require $15,000 bond to visa recipients from 12 more countries</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-to-require-15000-bond-to-visa-recipients-from-12-more-countries</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-to-require-15000-bond-to-visa-recipients-from-12-more-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ These 12 countries are being added to a list that already includes 38 other nations, largely in Africa ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:49:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, bond, visa, Africa, state department, trump, immigration, immigrant</media:keywords>
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<title>Adverse weather forces diversion of 5 Dhaka&#45;bound flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adverse-weather-forces-diversion-of-5-dhaka-bound-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adverse-weather-forces-diversion-of-5-dhaka-bound-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Of the diverted flights, three were operated by US-Bangla Airlines—from Cox’s Bazar, Singapore and Maldives ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:04:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Weather, flight, divert, novoair, US-Bangla, Chattogram, Maldives</media:keywords>
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<title>German Embassy reminds applicants to apply from country of residence</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/german-embassy-reminds-applicants-to-apply-from-country-of-residence</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/german-embassy-reminds-applicants-to-apply-from-country-of-residence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Visa applicants must submit their applications from the country where they reside, reiterating jurisdiction rules for processing requests ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:10:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>German, embassy, statement, applicant, residence</media:keywords>
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<title>Sixty dome mosque: A place of peace, tranquility and history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sixty-dome-mosque-a-place-of-peace-tranquility-and-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sixty-dome-mosque-a-place-of-peace-tranquility-and-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Sixty Dome Mosque is more than just bricks and domes it is a living symbol of devotion, resilience, and artistic achievement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:38:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sixty, dome, mosque, bagerhat, sultanate, UNESCO, heritage</media:keywords>
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<title>52,000 ME flights cancelled in 17 days: Cirium</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/52000-me-flights-cancelled-in-17-days-cirium</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/52000-me-flights-cancelled-in-17-days-cirium</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Cirium aviation data firm confirmed the cancellations represent more than half of all flights planned in the region during this period. An estimated 6 million passengers have been affected by the disruption ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:07:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, New York, Iran war</media:keywords>
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<title>UAE reopens airspace after ensuring safety, security</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-reopens-airspace-after-ensuring-safety-security</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-reopens-airspace-after-ensuring-safety-security</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Earlier in the day, UAE authorities temporarily closed the country&#039;s airspace as an exceptional precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety of flights and air crews and safeguarding the UAE’s territory amid rapidly evolving regional security developments ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:45:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCAA, UAE, airspace, flight schedules, flight crew</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight suspensions continue in Dhaka as 26 More cancelled, total hits 557</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-suspensions-continue-in-dhaka-as-26-more-cancelled-total-hits-557</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-suspensions-continue-in-dhaka-as-26-more-cancelled-total-hits-557</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Travelers at Shahjalal expressed frustration over prolonged uncertainty. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:44:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Middle East, Dhaka, HSIA</media:keywords>
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<title>Paris, Dhaka hold talks on cultural exchange, migration issues</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/paris-dhaka-hold-talks-on-cultural-exchange-migration-issues</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/paris-dhaka-hold-talks-on-cultural-exchange-migration-issues</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The discussions discovered avenues for increasing cooperation in multiple sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:55:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, France, culture, migration</media:keywords>
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<title>High alert in the Sundarbans during Eid holidays</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/high-alert-in-the-sundarbans-during-eid-holidays</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/high-alert-in-the-sundarbans-during-eid-holidays</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Eid leave cancelled for Sundarbans guards as high alert declared over poaching, fire risks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:23:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sundarbans, Bangladesh, Eid, Holidays</media:keywords>
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<title>Book fair ends, publishers unhappy with sales</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/book-fair-ends-publishers-unhappy-with-sales</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/book-fair-ends-publishers-unhappy-with-sales</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Poor turnout, weak sales disappoint publishers. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:35:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Book Fair, publisher, book, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Illegal shops removed from Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar Beach to restore natural beauty</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/illegal-shops-removed-from-coxs-bazar-beach-to-restore-natural-beauty</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/illegal-shops-removed-from-coxs-bazar-beach-to-restore-natural-beauty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Traders remove shops following deadline as beach eviction drive begins. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:54:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Sugandha Point, natural environment</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh Aviation Community celebrates 4th founding anniversary</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-aviation-community-celebrates-4th-founding-anniversary</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-aviation-community-celebrates-4th-founding-anniversary</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Officials from various aviation organisations, airport professionals, airline representatives and prominent members of the aviation community attended the event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:16:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh Aviation Community, AGM, iftar, Uttara, Dhaka, Ramadan</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka records 539 Middle East flights in 16 days</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-records-539-middle-east-flights-in-16-days</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-records-539-middle-east-flights-in-16-days</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flight operations increased steadily from six services on 28 February to a planned 49 flights on 15 March. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:57:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, Eid, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Muscat, flights, Muscat, the UAE</media:keywords>
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<title>Mirza Abbas on air ambulance to Singapore for treatment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mirza-abbas-on-air-ambulance-to-singapore-for-treatment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mirza-abbas-on-air-ambulance-to-singapore-for-treatment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The specialised medical aircraft arrived in Dhaka earlier at 9:10 am to transport the senior politician. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:43:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Mirzapur Shahi Mosque: A Mughal&#45;era heritage in Panchagarh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mirzapur-shahi-mosque-a-mughal-era-heritage-in-panchagarh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mirzapur-shahi-mosque-a-mughal-era-heritage-in-panchagarh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Recognised as one of the most significant archaeological landmarks in the area, the mosque attracts visitors and tourists from different parts of the country who come to witness its historical and architectural significance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:38:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>folklore, Mughal, design, mosque, legacy, cultural, historical, Shah Shuja</media:keywords>
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<title>Drone attacks and missiles disrupt pilot flight paths across Middle East</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/drone-attacks-and-missiles-disrupt-pilot-flight-paths-across-middle-east</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/drone-attacks-and-missiles-disrupt-pilot-flight-paths-across-middle-east</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ME conflict turns world&#039;s busiest aviation hubs into a high-risk zone. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:04:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, drone, missile, conflict, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>3 female US&#45;Bangla employees win AviaTour icon awards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-female-us-bangla-employees-win-aviatour-icon-awards</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-female-us-bangla-employees-win-aviatour-icon-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The programme was organised by Aviation and Tourism Journalist Association of Bangladesh to mark International Women&#039;s Day ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:54:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, state minister, Rashiduzzaman Millat, minister, Aviateur Women&#039;s Icon Award</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar Airways brings back 430 stranded Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-brings-back-430-stranded-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-brings-back-430-stranded-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The flight landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 7:10pm on Friday, according to the airport’s Executive Director Group Captain Ragib Samad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:59:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, HSIA, Middle East, Iran, Israel, Qatari authorities, Qatar Airways</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla Airlines becomes official airline partner of Dhaka Travel Mart 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-airlines-becomes-official-airline-partner-of-dhaka-travel-mart-2026-238</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-airlines-becomes-official-airline-partner-of-dhaka-travel-mart-2026-238</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on 11 March at the airline’s corporate office in the capital between the event organiser The Bangladesh Monitor and US-Bangla Airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:48:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka Travel Mart, MoU, The Bangladesh Monitor, US-Bangla Airlines, tourism, travel, tourism, fair</media:keywords>
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<title>Women shaping Bangladesh’s aviation, tourism sectors: Millat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/women-shaping-bangladeshs-aviation-tourism-sectors-millat-237</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/women-shaping-bangladeshs-aviation-tourism-sectors-millat-237</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He said women are now actively serving in a wide range of roles across the industry, including pilots, air traffic controllers, aviation engineers, cabin crew, airport managers and tourism entrepreneurs ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:24:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ATJFB, state minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, aviation, tourism, award</media:keywords>
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<title>10 women honoured with ATJFB AviaTour Women’s Icon Award 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/10-women-honoured-with-atjfb-aviatour-womens-icon-award-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/10-women-honoured-with-atjfb-aviatour-womens-icon-award-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat attended the event as chief guest and handed over the awards to the recipients ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:31:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air Astra, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Novoair, US-Bangla Airlines, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, culinary tourism, Royal Arsalan’s</media:keywords>
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<title>Security concern forces cancellation of over 500 Dhaka&#45;ME flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/security-concern-forces-cancellation-of-over-500-dhaka-me-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/security-concern-forces-cancellation-of-over-500-dhaka-me-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The flights were cancelled between 28 February and 15 March from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:28:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>500, flights, Middle Eastern, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan</media:keywords>
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<title>Padma Oil investigates suspected diversion of 72,000L jet fuel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/padma-oil-investigates-suspected-diversion-of-72000l-jet-fuel-234</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:17:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet fuel, Padma Oil Company, Kurmitola, Md Shafiul Azam, CCTV, Manager, Audit</media:keywords>
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<title>Fuel rationing lifted to ensure smooth Eid travel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fuel-rationing-lifted-to-ensure-smooth-eid-travel-233</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fuel-rationing-lifted-to-ensure-smooth-eid-travel-233</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The govt made the decision with an aim to ensure smooth travel during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr holidays and support key sectors of the economy ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:04:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>travel, Eid-ul-Fitr, Energy and Mineral Resources Division, restriction, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Fuel shortage halts speedboat service on Kumira&#45;Sandwip route, raising Eid travel concerns</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fuel-shortage-halts-speedboat-service-on-kumira-sandwip-route-raising-eid-travel-concerns-232</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fuel-shortage-halts-speedboat-service-on-kumira-sandwip-route-raising-eid-travel-concerns-232</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The route connects Kumira with Guptachhara in Sandwip, an island upazila where water transport is the primary means of travel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:15:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>suspension, speedboat, Kumira, Sandwip, Chattogram, island</media:keywords>
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<title>Medical tourism: Tk61,000cr drained annually by faltering faith in local healthcare</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/medical-tourism-tk-61000-crore-drained-annually-by-faltering-faith-in-local-healthcare</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/medical-tourism-tk-61000-crore-drained-annually-by-faltering-faith-in-local-healthcare</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A massive number of patients are leaving the country every year to seek medical treatment abroad. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:09:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Medical Tourism, Bangladesh, India, Healthcare, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, China</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil aviation minister holds talks with Chinese ambassador</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-holds-talks-with-chinese-ambassador</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-holds-talks-with-chinese-ambassador</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Chinese Ambassador Yao congratulated Minister Rita and State Minister Millat on assuming their new responsibilities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:47:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Japan restart HSIA terminal 3 talks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-japan-restart-hsia-terminal-3-talks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-japan-restart-hsia-terminal-3-talks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting marks the first formal round of negotiations between Bangladesh and the Japanese partners under the current BNP-led government ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:19:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, Japan, Bangladesh, airport, terminal</media:keywords>
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<title>Baba Adam Mosque: A witness to establishment of Muslim rule in Bengal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baba-adam-mosque-a-witness-to-establishment-of-muslim-rule-in-bengal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baba-adam-mosque-a-witness-to-establishment-of-muslim-rule-in-bengal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It stands as a historical and archaeological monument - a witness to the fall of the Sena dynasty and the establishment of Muslim rule in Bikrampur ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:48:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Baba Adam, Mosque, Munshiganj, Bangladesh, Sena dynasty, Sultanate period</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla to resume flights to Sharjah, Abu Dhabi</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-to-resume-flights-to-sharjah-abu-dhabi</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-to-resume-flights-to-sharjah-abu-dhabi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ with a view to repatriating Bangladeshi expatriates before Eid al-Fitr holidays amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the airline will be operating four weekly flights from Dhaka to Sharjah on Fridays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:11:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla Airlines, Eid-ul-Fitr, Dhaka, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Doha, Boeing 737‑800</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB chairman inspects Chattogram airport ahead of ICAO audit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-chairman-inspects-chattogram-airport-ahead-of-icao-audit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-chairman-inspects-chattogram-airport-ahead-of-icao-audit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He visited the airport in preparation for the upcoming 2026 audit by the International Civil Aviation Organization ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:02:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Chairman, Air Vice Marshal Mohammad Mostafa Mahmud Siddiq, ICAO, Civil Aviation Organisation</media:keywords>
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<title>Excessive overtime duty fatigues Biman pilots </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/excessive-overtime-duty-fatigues-biman-pilots</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/excessive-overtime-duty-fatigues-biman-pilots</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Industry insiders say the situation has left many pilots exhausted, increasing concerns that Bangladesh’s aviation sector could face international scrutiny ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:33:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>fatigue, biman, bangladesh, pilot, overtime, ANO, CAAB</media:keywords>
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<title>391 flights cancelled in 12 days at HSIA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/391-flights-cancelled-in-12-days-at-hsia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/391-flights-cancelled-in-12-days-at-hsia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Security situation in Middle East has forced cancellation of 391 flights from Dhaka airport since February 28, affecting thousands of Bangladeshi passengers travelling to Gulf region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:46:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan</media:keywords>
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<title>16% discount on mobile app bookings: Novoair</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/16-discount-on-mobile-app-bookings-novoair</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/16-discount-on-mobile-app-bookings-novoair</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Passengers can access the promotional offer by using promo code VQAPPS16 when booking tickets through Novoair mobile apps available on both Android and iPhone platforms ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:30:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet, Saidpur, Novoair, Bangladeshi</media:keywords>
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<title>364 ME flights operated amid 12&#45;day crisis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/364-me-flights-operated-amid-12-day-crisis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/364-me-flights-operated-amid-12-day-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Daily operations include routes to Muscat in Oman, multiple cities across Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates destinations including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:12:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Muscat, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah</media:keywords>
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<title>Aesthetic architecture of Zahiria Mosque enchants worshippers in Feni</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aesthetic-architecture-of-zahiria-mosque-enchants-worshippers-in-feni</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aesthetic-architecture-of-zahiria-mosque-enchants-worshippers-in-feni</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The five-storey mosque, originally established in 1940 on land donated by a government official, Zahir Uddin, can hold nearly 6,000 people at a time ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:37:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>mosque, feni, Shaheed Shahidullah Kaiser Road, Feni Baro Jame Mosque, Zahir Uddin</media:keywords>
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<title>Airlines hike fares as Middle East conflict sends oil prices soaring</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-hike-fares-as-middle-east-conflict-sends-oil-prices-soaring</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-hike-fares-as-middle-east-conflict-sends-oil-prices-soaring</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Jet fuel, which traded at $85–90 per barrel before the crisis, has recently spiked to $150–200 per barrel, forcing airlines worldwide to reconsider pricing and operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:45:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air New Zealand, jet fuel, Vietnam Airlines, Korean Air Lines, Qantas Airways, Donald Trump</media:keywords>
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<title>Vietnam welcomes nearly 4.7 million international tourists in first two months of 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/vietnam-welcomes-nearly-47-million-international-tourists-in-first-two-months-of-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/vietnam-welcomes-nearly-47-million-international-tourists-in-first-two-months-of-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ International arrivals to Vietnam topped 4.7 million in January and February, driven by rising travel demand from South Korea, China and other Asian markets. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:05:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight cancellations leave hundreds of Bangladeshis stranded in Italy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-cancellations-leave-hundreds-of-bangladeshis-stranded-in-italy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-cancellations-leave-hundreds-of-bangladeshis-stranded-in-italy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nearly 300,000 Bangladeshi expatriates living in Italy are facing severe travel disruptions after several airlines cancelled flights to Bangladesh amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:12:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, italy, rome, milan, middle east, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Saudi Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Two Bangladesh Air Force members die in Mirpur commercial building fire</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-bangladesh-air-force-members-die-in-mirpur-commercial-building-fire</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-bangladesh-air-force-members-die-in-mirpur-commercial-building-fire</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident shed lights on the ongoing challenges of fire safety in Dhaka&#039;s commercial buildings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:40:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, fire safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight cancellations:  Airlines incur major financial losses  </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-cancellations-airlines-incur-major-financial-losses</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-cancellations-airlines-incur-major-financial-losses</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing war between US-Israel and Iran has created unprecedented turbulence in Middle Eastern airspace, leaving thousands of passengers among uncertainty about reaching their destinations while domestic and international airlines are also staring at significant financial losses ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:53:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan</media:keywords>
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<title>Sajek Valley beckons travellers to a mountain paradise</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sajek-valley-beckons-travellers-to-a-mountain-paradise</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sajek-valley-beckons-travellers-to-a-mountain-paradise</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Read this layman’s guide to this Queen of Hills and its consummate beauty. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:44:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, Bangladesh, Sajek, mountain</media:keywords>
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<title>USA Freedom Plane showcases America&amp;apos;s founding documents on national tour</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/usa-freedom-plane-showcases-americas-founding-documents-on-national-tour</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/usa-freedom-plane-showcases-americas-founding-documents-on-national-tour</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This educational initiative aims to bring these influential documents closer to citizens across the country, many of whom cannot travel to Washington, DC ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:46:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, US Freedom Plane, History, national tour</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel prices hiked for domestic and international flights in Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-hiked-for-domestic-and-international-flights-in-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-hiked-for-domestic-and-international-flights-in-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Price of jet fuel for domestic flights has been set at Tk 112.41 per litre, marking a sharp increase of Tk 3.62 from February&#039;s rate of Tk 108.79 per litre ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:25:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>BAF training aircraft makes emergency landing in Jashore</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baf-training-aircraft-makes-emergency-landing-in-jashore</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baf-training-aircraft-makes-emergency-landing-in-jashore</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident occurred at around 12:46pm when the aircraft experienced a technical problem during flight ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:10:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BAF, ISPR, aircraft, training, Jashore, technical problem</media:keywords>
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<title>Shankarpasha Mosque of Habiganj carries 600 years of heritage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shankarpasha-mosque-of-habiganj-carries-600-years-of-heritage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shankarpasha-mosque-of-habiganj-carries-600-years-of-heritage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From engraved inscriptions, it can be found that the mosque was completed in 1513 by Sultan Alauddin Husain Shah, in the memory of Shah Majlis-e-Amin, one of the saints who came to spread Islam in the region along with saint Hazrat Sahjalal (R) ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:57:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shankarpasha Shahi Jame Mosque, Habiganj, Shah Majlis-e-Amin, 1513 AD, Sultan Alauddin Husain Shah</media:keywords>
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<title>Iranian missile strike in KSA kills Bangladeshi, Indian nationals</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iranian-missile-strike-in-ksa-kills-bangladeshi-indian-nationals</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iranian-missile-strike-in-ksa-kills-bangladeshi-indian-nationals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A falling missile killed two people and wounded 12 others in central Saudi Arabia as regional tensions escalated following a wave of strikes linked to the widening conflict between Iran, Israel and the US ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:01:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>iran, KSA, Bangladeshi, Indian, IRGC</media:keywords>
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<title>Asia dominates global aviation in 2025: OAG</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/asia-dominates-global-aviation-in-2025-oag</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/asia-dominates-global-aviation-in-2025-oag</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Hong Kong-Taipei sector retained its crown as the world’s busiest international route for a second consecutive year, with airlines offering 6.83 million two-way seats—a modest increase from 2024. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 02:33:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>ME conflict forces cancellation of 300 flights in 9 days: CAAB</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-forces-cancellation-of-300-flights-in-9-days-caab</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-forces-cancellation-of-300-flights-in-9-days-caab</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan closed their airspace on February 28 due to the deteriorating security situation, disrupting flight operations between Bangladesh and the Middle East ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:55:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, Bangladesh, Middle East, Emirates, Flydubai</media:keywords>
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<title>Muslim pilgrims caught in travel turmoil amid Middle East conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/muslim-pilgrims-caught-in-travel-turmoil-amid-middle-east-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/muslim-pilgrims-caught-in-travel-turmoil-amid-middle-east-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thousands of Muslim pilgrims visiting Saudi Arabia for the Umrah pilgrimage have been stranded in Saudi Arabia due to the ongoing Middle East conflict ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:36:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>pilgrim, muslim, Mecca, Middle East, Indonesia, Malaysia, Egypt, United States</media:keywords>
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<title>Middle East routes resume gradually: CAAB</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/middle-east-routes-resume-gradually-caab</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/middle-east-routes-resume-gradually-caab</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flight operations have gradually increased during the period, with daily departures rising from six flights on February 28 to a peak of 39 flights on March 7 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:59:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, flight, Bangladesh, Dhaka, CAAB, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah</media:keywords>
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<title>Malnicherra tea garden emerging as a key tourism destination</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malnicherra-tea-garden-emerging-as-a-key-tourism-destination</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malnicherra-tea-garden-emerging-as-a-key-tourism-destination</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Malnicherra Tea Garden in Sylhet, widely regarded as the oldest tea estate in the Indian subcontinent, is rapidly gaining recognition as a premier tourist destination in Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:11:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Malnicherra Tea Garden, Sylhet, Bangladesh, Ratargul, Osmani International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Mughal&#45;era marvel Ghaghra Khan Bari Jame Mosque in Sherpur</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mughal-era-marvel-ghaghra-khan-bari-jame-mosque-in-sherpur</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mughal-era-marvel-ghaghra-khan-bari-jame-mosque-in-sherpur</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Local tradition and architectural evidence suggest the mosque was established during the time of rebel leader Hirangi Khan of the Boxer uprising, with Azimullah Khan believed to be its founder. It has witnessed over four centuries of history while remaining an active place of worship. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:29:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>mosque, architecture, Archaeology, Sherpur</media:keywords>
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<title>Gulf aviation crisis to drain $3,400cr: Report</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gulf-aviation-crisis-to-drain-3400cr-report</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gulf-aviation-crisis-to-drain-3400cr-report</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing US-Israeli military operations against Iran has severely disrupted global aviation, threatening 11% drop in Middle East tourism this year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:28:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, tourism, gulf, Oxford Economics, Asia, Africa, Europe, Americas, Oceania</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism faces uncertainty amid escalating Middle East conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-sector-faces-uncertainty-amid-escalating-middle-east-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-sector-faces-uncertainty-amid-escalating-middle-east-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to aviation tracking service Flightradar24, about 21,300 flights have been cancelled at seven key airports, including Dubai International Airport, Hamad International Airport and Zayed International Airport, since the strikes began. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:39:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, Tourism, conflict, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Ratargul Swamp Forest offers livelihoods for locals</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ratargul-swamp-forest-offers-livelihoods-for-locals</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ratargul-swamp-forest-offers-livelihoods-for-locals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Many locals earn a living by operating boats that carry visitors through the forest, while others run small businesses catering to tourists ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:40:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai Airport suspends operations after drone intercepted, debris falls on runway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-airport-suspends-operations-after-drone-intercepted-debris-falls-on-runway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-airport-suspends-operations-after-drone-intercepted-debris-falls-on-runway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dubai Airports, the operator of DXB, issued an urgent advisory to passengers: &quot;Due to the current situation, flights are temporarily suspended. We are working to restore operations as soon as possible. Please check with your airline for flight updates and allow extra travel time.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:36:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai, UAE, ME, DXB</media:keywords>
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<title>Patenga sea beach to transform into int&amp;apos;l standard tourism hub: CCC Mayor</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/patenga-sea-beach-to-transform-into-intl-standard-tourism-hub-ccc-mayor</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/patenga-sea-beach-to-transform-into-intl-standard-tourism-hub-ccc-mayor</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He focused on ensuring proper management and tourism development of the district&#039;s sea beaches, including Patenga and Parki Beach ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:08:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CCC, Mayor, Dr Shahadat Hossain, Patenga Sea Beach, Chattogram, CDA</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil aviation minister Afroza attends Indian HC iftar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-afroza-attends-indian-hc-iftar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-afroza-attends-indian-hc-iftar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Diplomatic community and other distinguished guests also joined the event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:13:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, Bangladesh, high commission, iftar, diplomatic</media:keywords>
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<title>3&#45;day travel and tourism fair to begin October 30</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-day-travel-and-tourism-fair-to-begin-october-30</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-day-travel-and-tourism-fair-to-begin-october-30</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Details of the event were announced by Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh at a press briefing at the InterContinental Dhaka on Saturday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:55:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOAB, Bangladesh‑China Friendship Conference Centre, stalls, pavilions, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Maldives, China, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates, Turkey</media:keywords>
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<title>Ottoman culinary traditions continue to shape iftar meals across South Asia</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ottoman-culinary-traditions-continue-to-shape-iftar-meals-across-south-asia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ottoman-culinary-traditions-continue-to-shape-iftar-meals-across-south-asia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From the bakeries of Istanbul to the streets of Lahore, the rising of dough and the simmering of milk trace a living continuum of faith, migration and empire — showing that food is not merely sustenance but a bridge between cultures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:32:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Turkey, Istanbul, Lahore, Pakistan, India, Dadi_cooks.ae, water, milk, spice, ghee</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman cancels all Middle East flights until March 8</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-cancels-all-middle-east-flights-until-march-8</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-cancels-all-middle-east-flights-until-march-8</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biman has suspended operations on six major Middle Eastern routes until March 8. Earlier, flights on these routes had already been suspended from March 3 to March 5, and the suspension has now been extended ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:58:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, the UAE, Dammam, Saudi Arabia, Doha, Qatar, Kuwait</media:keywords>
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<title>Conflict&#45;hit Bangladeshis return home 4 days late</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/conflict-hit-bangladeshis-return-home-4-days-late</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/conflict-hit-bangladeshis-return-home-4-days-late</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Four flights carrying returnees landed by late morning, bringing workers and Umrah pilgrims who faced flight cancellations amid Iran-Israel tensions. Passengers from Saudi Arabia and Dubai reported delays of four to five days beyond their original departure dates ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:44:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, Muscat, Oman, Dubai, HSIA, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Gopalganj’s river sandbank turns into recreation hub</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gopalganjs-river-sandbank-turns-into-recreation-hub</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gopalganjs-river-sandbank-turns-into-recreation-hub</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The char, which has appeared near the Charmathla ferry ghat in Jalalabad union under Gopalganj Sadar as the river’s water level receded, now presents a striking view of blue water and wide stretches of white sand ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:31:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates cancels all flights to and from Dubai until further notice   </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-cancels-all-flights-to-and-from-dubai-until-further-notice</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-cancels-all-flights-to-and-from-dubai-until-further-notice</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline stressed that the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:51:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai, Emirates, Travel agent, Gulf News</media:keywords>
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<title>268 flights cancelled from Dhaka in 8 days</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/268-flights-cancelled-from-dhaka-in-8-days</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/268-flights-cancelled-from-dhaka-in-8-days</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan shut down airspace amid regional tensions, forcing cancellation of 268 flights from Dhaka airport in eight days ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:42:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan</media:keywords>
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<title>IAF Su&#45;30MKI fighter jet crashes in Assam, both pilots killed</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/IAF%2C-India%2C-Assam%2C-Su-30MKI</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/IAF%2C-India%2C-Assam%2C-Su-30MKI</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The IAF released a statement expressing profound grief over the loss of Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, who sustained fatal injuries in the crash. &quot;All personnel of the IAF express sincere condolences and stand firmly with the bereaved family in this time of grief,&quot; the statement read. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 03:24:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation Safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Chinese airlines, travel agencies step up to assist flyers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-airlines-travel-agencies-step-up-to-assist-flyers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-airlines-travel-agencies-step-up-to-assist-flyers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Of 808 scheduled flights between the Chinese mainland and the Middle East, more than a quarter were canceled, disrupting the plans of thousands of passengers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:35:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airlines, Middle East, VariFlight, Europe, Asia, Trip.com Group, Tongcheng Travel, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Limited Middle East flight window opens</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/limited-middle-east-flight-window-opens</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/limited-middle-east-flight-window-opens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thousands have managed to leave the region on commercial flights from key hubs in the United Arab Emirates – however, the situation remains challenging as the conflict intensifies and flight schedules remain in disarray ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:10:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, flight, airliners, Middle East, Emirates, Etihad, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar Airways</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman crew stranded in Dubai brought back by US&#45;Bangla</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-crew-stranded-in-dubai-brought-back-by-us-bangla</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-crew-stranded-in-dubai-brought-back-by-us-bangla</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Biman Bangladesh Airlines crew members had been stuck in the United Arab Emirates for the past five days since the war-like situation began on February 28, creating uncertainty and anxiety for their families back home ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:25:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman Bangladesh Airlines, UAE, Dubai, crew, US-Bangla Airlines, Airbus A330-300</media:keywords>
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<title>Copter crash in Philippines kills two</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/copter-crash-in-philippines-kills-two</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/copter-crash-in-philippines-kills-two</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pililla Mayor John Masinsin verified to the media that two passengers, a Malaysian and a Filipino, were killed in the crash. Three others, including the critically injured pilot, were rushed to Rizal Provincial Hospital for medical treatment. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:12:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Helicopter, Philippines, Manila, Malaysia</media:keywords>
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<title>Around 30 Middle Eastern airlines’ widebody aircraft stranded at US airports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/around-30-middle-eastern-airlines-widebody-aircraft-stranded-at-us-airports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/around-30-middle-eastern-airlines-widebody-aircraft-stranded-at-us-airports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Major carriers including Emirates (EK), Etihad Airways (EY), Qatar Airways (QR), El Al (LY) and Saudia (SV) have a combined 33 widebody jets grounded at 13 airports in North America ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:04:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, El Al, Saudia, 33 jets, 13 airports. North America.</media:keywords>
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<title>Passengers’ suffering persists as flight cancelations continue regularly</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passengers-suffering-persists-as-25-more-flights-cancelled-on-wednesday</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passengers-suffering-persists-as-25-more-flights-cancelled-on-wednesday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The latest cancellations follow the continued closure of airspace by several Middle Eastern countries — including Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan — after regional tensions escalated on February 28 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:51:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>passenger, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, flight cancellation</media:keywords>
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<title>Bio&#45;disaster: Rise in turtle deaths in Cox’s Bazar raises alarm</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bio-disaster-rise-in-turtle-deaths-in-coxs-bazar-raises-alarm</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bio-disaster-rise-in-turtle-deaths-in-coxs-bazar-raises-alarm</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Citing local officials and researchers, a local media outlet reported on Wednesday that at least 70 dead turtles have washed ashore over the past two months alone, most of them egg-bearing females. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:35:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bio-disaster, bio-diversity, turtle, Cox&#039;s Bazar</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman suspends six Middle East routes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-suspends-six-middle-east-routes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-suspends-six-middle-east-routes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The suspended routes are Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai, Doha, Kuwait and Dammam, and will remain halted until further notice. The airline said services on these routes will stay suspended pending fresh directives from the relevant authorities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:25:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai, Doha, Kuwait, Dammam, Jeddah, Medina, Riyadh, Muscat, middle east</media:keywords>
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<title>Ronaldo’s private jet departs Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ronaldos-private-jet-departs-saudi-arabia-amid-regional-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ronaldos-private-jet-departs-saudi-arabia-amid-regional-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flight tracking data from Flightradar24 revealed that Ronaldo&#039;s $80 million Bombardier Global Express 6500 departed King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh around 8:00 p.m. local time on Monday, completing a nearly seven-hour journey to Madrid Barajas Airport shortly before 1:00 a.m. Tuesday. The aircraft traversed Egyptian airspace and the Mediterranean Sea route to the Spanish capital. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:39:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CR7, Sports, Saudi Arabia, Al Nassr</media:keywords>
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<title>A journey through time and heritage of Old Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-journey-through-time-and-heritage-of-old-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-journey-through-time-and-heritage-of-old-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A walk through the Old Dhaka offers a journey into the past, to the eras of Mughal rulers, powerful Nawabs and the diverse communities that shaped the capital’s distinctive identity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:23:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Armenian Church, Mother Teresa, Curzon Hall</media:keywords>
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<title>Riding the waves: surfing emerges as Cox’s Bazar’s newest adventure sport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riding-the-waves-surfing-emerges-as-coxs-bazars-newest-adventure-sport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riding-the-waves-surfing-emerges-as-coxs-bazars-newest-adventure-sport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For decades, visitors to Cox&#039;s Bazar have primarily engaged in inactive recreation—walking along the shoreline, bathing in designated zones marked by red-and-yellow flags at Kolatoli, Laboni and Sugandha points, and taking fresh seafood. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:18:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, Bangladesh, surfing, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>BNP’s polls manifesto on aviation dev to be implemented: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bnps-polls-manifesto-on-aviation-dev-to-be-implemented-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bnps-polls-manifesto-on-aviation-dev-to-be-implemented-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ She urged officials to work with dedication to implement the Election Manifesto 2026, setting out short, medium and long-term plans to bring visible improvements to the civil aviation and tourism sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam Rita, state minister, poll manifesto, BNP</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Chinese Culture Night 2026 held at NSU with embassy collaboration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-culture-night-2026-held-at-nsu-with-embassy-collaboration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-culture-night-2026-held-at-nsu-with-embassy-collaboration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It was held from 3:00pm to 5:00pm on March 1, that reflected the close diplomatic relations between China and Bangladesh, rooted in spans of cultural exchange. State Minister for Education, Bobby Hajjaj, attended Chinese Culture Night 2026 as the Special Guest. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:29:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>China, Bangladesh, Chinese New Year, Lantern Festival, NSU, Chinese Embassy</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>US suspends embassy services in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Iraq</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-suspends-embassy-services-in-kuwait-saudi-arabia-iraq</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-suspends-embassy-services-in-kuwait-saudi-arabia-iraq</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several US diplomatic missions across the Middle East have suspended operations following escalating regional tensions and security incidents ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:21:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Embassy, Kuwait, Iraq, Middle East, Iran</media:keywords>
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<title>FM discusses Bangladeshi migrants’ safety with 4 Gulf ministers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fm-discusses-bangladeshi-migrants-safety-with-4-gulf-ministers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fm-discusses-bangladeshi-migrants-safety-with-4-gulf-ministers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Their discussions centred on the safety and security of Bangladeshi migrant workers in those Gulf countries amid ongoing regional tensions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:52:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>migrant, bangladesh, Bahrain, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar extends validity of all entry visas by one month</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-extends-validity-of-all-entry-visas-by-one-month</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-extends-validity-of-all-entry-visas-by-one-month</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The visa validity extension is contingent on the evolving situation and may be further extended if necessary ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:19:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar, visa, extension</media:keywords>
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<title>Suzauddhowla made deputy press secretary</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/suzauddhowla-made-deputy-press-secretary</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/suzauddhowla-made-deputy-press-secretary</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:42:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>A US F&#45;15 fighter jet crashes in Kuwait</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-us-f-15-fighter-jet-crashes-in-kuwait</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-us-f-15-fighter-jet-crashes-in-kuwait</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian state television has claimed that a US F-15 jet was downed over Kuwait because of Iranian air defence fire. The report, if verified, would mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and American-led forces in the region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:27:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation Safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Two Bangladeshi expatriates killed and seven injured in Middle East conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-bangladeshi-expatriates-killed-and-seven-injured-in-middle-east-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-bangladeshi-expatriates-killed-and-seven-injured-in-middle-east-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UAE Ministry of Defence said, &quot;The incidents resulted in three fatalities of Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationalities.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:58:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE, Kuwait, War, Bangladeshi, expatriates</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates suspends operations amid regional airspace closures</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-suspends-operations-amid-regional-airspace-closures</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-suspends-operations-amid-regional-airspace-closures</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Passengers affected by cancellations have been advised to contact their respective travel agencies for rebooking. Customers who booked directly with Emirates have been requested to contact the airline for further assistance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:47:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Dubai, flight operation, suspended, UAE, ticket</media:keywords>
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<title>Security measures strengthened for diplomatic area, including US Embassy&#45; Home Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/security-measures-strengthened-for-diplomatic-area-including-us-embassy-home-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/security-measures-strengthened-for-diplomatic-area-including-us-embassy-home-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister made these remarks during a courtesy call by the US Ambassador to Bangladesh, Brent T Christensen, at his office in the Ministry of Home Affairs at the Bangladesh Secretariat on Monday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:38:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>39 flights cancelled at Dhaka airport today </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39-flights-cancelled-at-dhaka-airport-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39-flights-cancelled-at-dhaka-airport-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The disruption began on the afternoon of 28 February, when Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan temporarily closed their airspace ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:55:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, US-Bangla Airlines, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>NOVOAIR introduces 0% EMI facility for clients</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-introduces-0-emi-facility-for-clients</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-introduces-0-emi-facility-for-clients</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under this special offer, passengers can purchase both return tickets and one-way tickets—with a minimum fare of Tk 5,000 applicable for one-way journeys—through easy monthly instalments payable over six months. The facility is available at all NOVOAIR sales offices across the country, supported through partnerships with all leading banks in Bangladesh. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:33:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel</media:keywords>
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<title>DU Tourism and Hospitality Management Alumni Association formed</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/du-tourism-and-hospitality-management-alumni-association-launched</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/du-tourism-and-hospitality-management-alumni-association-launched</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event brought together former students of the department for an evening of reunion and fellowship. The association begins its journey with a 50-member executive committee ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:26:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka University, Tourism and Hospitality Management Department, alumni, Association</media:keywords>
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<title>PM checks on stranded passengers at airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-stranded-passengers-at-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-stranded-passengers-at-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During a late-night visit to the airport, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury received a telephone call from Tarique Rahman, who sought updates on the situation and the well-being of affected Bangladeshis ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:24:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>stranded passengers, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Tarique Rahman, Expatriates’ Welfare, Overseas Employment</media:keywords>
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<title>PM inquires about Bangladeshi expats amid ongoing Middle East war   </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-bangladeshi-expats-amid-ongoing-middle-east-war</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-bangladeshi-expats-amid-ongoing-middle-east-war</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The premier inquired about the Bangladeshi nationals in the Middle East when Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman met him at the Secretariat on Sunday morning ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:03:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, Civil Aviation and Tourism, Middle East, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>54 flights from Bangladesh snapped so far</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/54-flights-from-bangladesh-snapped-so-far</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/54-flights-from-bangladesh-snapped-so-far</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flight disruptions affected operations at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, though the total count of 54 suspended flights encompasses both arrival and departure services across all Bangladeshi airports. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:55:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel Alert</media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai Airport evacuated after Iranian attack damages terminals</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-airport-evacuated-after-iranian-attack-damages-terminals</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-airport-evacuated-after-iranian-attack-damages-terminals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dramatic footage circulating on social media showed panicked travelers and staff evacuating through hazy corridors, with some individuals visibly injured. A woman was seen running with blood covering her face, while another man fled with a bloodied shirt and a towel pressed against his head to stem bleeding. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:19:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel Alert</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil aviation minister&amp;apos;s mother passes away</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-ministers-mother-passes-away</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-ministers-mother-passes-away</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The mother of Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afrozah Khanam Rita, Hurun Nahar Rashid, has passed away ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:31:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, civil Aviation, minister, Afroza Khanam Rita</media:keywords>
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<title>Middle East crisis grounds flights, Mushfiqur Rahim stranded in Jeddah</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/middle-east-crisis-grounds-flights-mushfiqur-rahim-stranded-in-jeddah</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/middle-east-crisis-grounds-flights-mushfiqur-rahim-stranded-in-jeddah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biman Bangladesh Airlines has temporarily suspended all flights to Middle Eastern destinations. Major international airlines, including Emirates and Qatar Airways, have also cancelled or diverted services as a precaution ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:37:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>airspace, travel, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Dhaka, Dubai, Jeddah</media:keywords>
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<title>Alert issued for Bangladeshis in Qatar amid airstrikes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/alert-issued-for-bangladeshis-in-qatar-amid-airstrikes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/alert-issued-for-bangladeshis-in-qatar-amid-airstrikes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy has specifically requested Bangladeshis to avoid unnecessary outdoor movement and stay away from military installations until the situation improves. Expatriates have been advised to remain in safe locations, preferably indoors, and avoid crowded places. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:11:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Expatriate, Labour, Qatar, airstrike</media:keywords>
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<title>Is global air travel on edge?</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/is-global-air-travel-on-edge</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/is-global-air-travel-on-edge</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The military strikes by the US on Iran have triggered significant global aviation disruptions, with widespread flight cancellations and rerouting affecting airlines worldwide as air traffic came to a standstill across the Middle East ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:35:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Israel, US, airspace, air traffic, air connectivity, airline companies</media:keywords>
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<title>US fails to pass aviation safety bill as Pentagon drops support</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-fails-to-pass-aviation-safety-bill-as-pentagon-drops-support</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-fails-to-pass-aviation-safety-bill-as-pentagon-drops-support</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The House voted 264-133 in favor of the ROTOR Act, passed unanimously by the US Senate in December, which would require aircraft operators to equip their fleets with a safety system known as the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast system, or ADS-B, by the end of 2031. But under fast-track rules designed to expedite legislation, the bill needed a two-thirds majority to pass, and it fell one vote short, report agencies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:36:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation Safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Airspaces closure across ME following Iran&#45;Israel strikes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airspaces-close-across-the-middle-east-following-iran-israel-strikes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airspaces-close-across-the-middle-east-following-iran-israel-strikes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran and Israel both closed their airspaces, resulting in heavy disruption. However, this disruption will further intensify – and will have impacts globally – as more and more countries in the region close their airspaces. Iran is now targeting US airbases across the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:10:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Israel, USA, Middle East, attack, missile, airspace</media:keywords>
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<title>India’s Tourism Faces Strain as Bangladesh Visitors Decline</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indias-tourism-faces-strain-as-bangladesh-visitors-decline</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indias-tourism-faces-strain-as-bangladesh-visitors-decline</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Arrivals from Bangladesh dropped 73% to 4.7 lakh in 2025 from 17.5 lakh a year earlier. The fall of 12.8 lakh Bangladeshi visitors exceeded the total overall decline of 9.3 lakh foreign tourist arrivals during the year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 14:20:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, india, bangladesh, visa, restriction, declining tourists</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy in Dhaka Warns Medical Aid Use May Breach Visa Conditions</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-in-dhaka-warns-medical-aid-use-may-breach-visa-conditions</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-in-dhaka-warns-medical-aid-use-may-breach-visa-conditions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a notice published on its verified Facebook page, the embassy said that reliance on US public benefits, including Medicaid, could affect eligibility for future travel to the US ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:36:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, Dhaka, visa, medical, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Customs Seizes Tk3.80cr in Foreign Currency at Dhaka Airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/customs-seizes-tk380cr-in-foreign-currency-at-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/customs-seizes-tk380cr-in-foreign-currency-at-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The operation was carried out on Friday by the Directorate General of Customs Intelligence and Investigation following confidential information ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:17:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>foreign currency, customs, HSIA, Dhaka, Directorate General of Customs Intelligence and Investigation</media:keywords>
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<title>India Introduces 48&#45;hour Free Cancellation Window, Stricter Refund Policies on Airline Tickets</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-introduces-48-hour-free-cancellation-window-stricter-refund-policies-on-airline-tickets</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-introduces-48-hour-free-cancellation-window-stricter-refund-policies-on-airline-tickets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The DGCA explained that these changes were in response to growing passenger complaints about delays, partial refunds, and airlines offering vouchers instead of cash refunds ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:51:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, DGDA, aviation, airline, ticket refund, Directorate General of Civil Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt to Reopen Closed Airports Before Building New Ones</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-reopen-closed-airports-before-building-new-ones</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-reopen-closed-airports-before-building-new-ones</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several airports — including those in Thakurgaon, Nilphamari and Bogura — were once fully operational but were closed for various reasons during previous administrations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:31:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State minister, civil aviation, tourism, Rashiduzzaman Millat, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka&#45;Sylhet&#45;Manchester flights to resume after Hajj: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-sylhet-manchester-flights-to-resume-after-hajj-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-sylhet-manchester-flights-to-resume-after-hajj-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He said the Dhaka-Sylhet-Manchester flight has not been permanently suspended. It has been halted temporarily due to Hajj operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:53:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Sylhet, Manchester, UK, Minister of Expatriates&#039; Welfare and Overseas Employment</media:keywords>
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<title>IATA Calls for Nominations for 2026 Diversity and Inclusion Awards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-calls-for-nominations-for-2026-diversity-and-inclusion-awards</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-calls-for-nominations-for-2026-diversity-and-inclusion-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to an IATA press release, the awards celebrate excellence in promoting diversity and inclusion across three distinct categories that include Inspirational Role Model Award, Highflyer Award and Inspirational Role Model Award. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:01:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IATA, nomination, diversity, inclusion</media:keywords>
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<title>Uber and Joby Launch Air Taxi Booking Service, Set to Revolutionise Urban Travel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uber-and-joby-launch-air-taxi-booking-service-set-to-revolutionise-urban-travel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uber-and-joby-launch-air-taxi-booking-service-set-to-revolutionise-urban-travel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The service, branded as &quot;Uber Air powered by Joby,&quot; enables riders to book electric air taxis directly through the standard Uber app with a single-tap reservation system. The innovative platform seamlessly connects ground transportation, including Uber Black pickup and drop-off—with air travel, creating an integrated multi-modal journey for users. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:48:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Uber, Joby Aviation, Air Taxi, Dubai</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates SkyCargo to Launch Weekly Freighter Service to Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-skycargo-to-launch-weekly-freighter-service-to-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-skycargo-to-launch-weekly-freighter-service-to-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new service, aimed to strengthen trade links between Bangladesh and global markets through its Dubai hub, is expected to enhance connectivity, offering Bangladeshi exporters reliable and scheduled cargo capacity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:25:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates SkyCargo, Dubai, Dhaka, RMG, Bangladeshi exporters</media:keywords>
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<title>Bilkis Ahmed Becomes Youngest Female Boeing 777 Captain</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bilkis-ahmed-becomes-youngest-female-boeing-777-captain</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bilkis-ahmed-becomes-youngest-female-boeing-777-captain</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bilkis had earlier made history as the first female pilot in Bangladesh’s private aviation industry and her latest appointment further strengthens her contribution to women’s empowerment and the advancement of aviation in the country. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:14:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Boeing 777-300ER, Captain Fariel Bilkis Ahmed, Boeing 777</media:keywords>
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<title>Hajj Visa Processing Deadline Set for March 5</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hajj-visa-processing-deadline-set-for-march-5</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hajj-visa-processing-deadline-set-for-march-5</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Religious Affairs has instructed 30 leading Hajj agencies to complete visa processing for all pilgrims by March 5. The directive also requires health examinations, vaccinations and group arrangements to be finalised before the deadline ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:06:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, pilgrimage, Saudi Ministry of Hajj, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Eid</media:keywords>
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<title>China Plans to Teach Chinese to 10,000 Students in Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-plans-to-teach-chinese-to-10000-students-in-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-plans-to-teach-chinese-to-10000-students-in-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several higher education institutions have already activated offering Chinese language courses, including the University of Dhaka, Rajshahi University, and North South University ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:31:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chinese Language, China-Bangladesh relations, Chinese Embassy Dhaka, Education</media:keywords>
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<title>Hoteliers BD Marks 10 Years With Grand Iftar and Dinner in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hoteliers-bd-marks-10-years-with-grand-iftar-and-dinner-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hoteliers-bd-marks-10-years-with-grand-iftar-and-dinner-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hoteliers BD celebrated its 10th anniversary with a grand Iftar and dinner at the Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel, bringing together more than 250 hoteliers from leading hotels and resorts across Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:01:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hoteliers BD, Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel, iftar, dinner, Hospitality EXPO</media:keywords>
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<title>Government Prioritises Reopening of Malaysia, Oman, and Bahrain Labour Markets</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/government-prioritises-reopening-of-malaysia-oman-and-bahrain-labour-markets</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/government-prioritises-reopening-of-malaysia-oman-and-bahrain-labour-markets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Currently, Malaysia, Oman, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates are among the major destinations where recruitment of Bangladeshi workers has been suspended or severely restricted, significantly impacting overseas employment opportunities in recent months. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:50:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Expatriate, Labour, Labour Market, Malaysia, Oman, Bahrain</media:keywords>
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<title>KSA Bans Poultry, Egg Imports from Bangladesh, 39 Other Countries</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ksa-bans-poultry-eggs-imports-from-bangladesh-39-other-countries</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ksa-bans-poultry-eggs-imports-from-bangladesh-39-other-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Saudi Arabia&#039;s Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has banned the import of poultry and table eggs from 40 countries including Bangladesh aimed at protecting public health and ensuring food safety in the kingdom ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:42:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>KSA, Bangladesh, poultry, eggs</media:keywords>
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<title>Embraer, Adani Sign MoU to Assemble E175 in India</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/embraer-adani-sign-mou-to-assemble-e175-in-india</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/embraer-adani-sign-mou-to-assemble-e175-in-india</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The agreement was formalised on 21 February in New Delhi in the presence of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva , India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and officials from both the companies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:11:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Embraer, Adani Defence &amp; Aerospace, E175 regional jet, Lula da Silva, RTA, MoU</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh Proposes Digital Matchmaking Platform to Boost Skilled Workforce Recruitment in Japan</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-proposes-digital-matchmaking-platform-to-boost-skilled-workforce-recruitment-in-japan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-proposes-digital-matchmaking-platform-to-boost-skilled-workforce-recruitment-in-japan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh, Saida Shinichi, reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to further strengthening the longstanding and friendly ties between the two countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:05:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Japan, Ambassador, Workforce, Civil aviation, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Radisson Blu Chattogram offers Subcontinental and Middle Eastern fusion for Ramadan</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-chattogram-offers-subcontinental-and-middle-eastern-fusion-for-ramadan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-chattogram-offers-subcontinental-and-middle-eastern-fusion-for-ramadan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Throughout the holy month, the hotel’s signature dining outlet, Xchange, will host a special Iftar-cum-Dinner buffet each evening, featuring a wide range of traditional and contemporary favourites ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:17:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View, Subcontinental, Middle Eastern, Persian, cuisine</media:keywords>
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<title>Gulf Air Honours Freight Forwarding Partners in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gulf-air-honours-freight-forwarding-partners-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gulf-air-honours-freight-forwarding-partners-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event highlighted the airline’s continued commitment to strengthening ties within Bangladesh’s air cargo sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:58:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gulf air, freight forward, Dhaka, Bengal Airlift Limited, Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Travel Alert Issued Following Killing of Cartel Leader in Mexico</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/travel-alert-issued-following-killing-of-cartel-leader-in-mexico</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/travel-alert-issued-following-killing-of-cartel-leader-in-mexico</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines cancelled flights to and from Puerto Vallarta, while Delta Air Lines offered waivers for passengers traveling to Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara. Air Canada also suspended operations at Puerto Vallarta airport, citing an &quot;ongoing security situation.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:10:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel Alert</media:keywords>
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<title>Russia Unbound: Tours, Visas, and Travel Tips for Bangladeshi Nationals</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russia-unbound-tours-visas-and-travel-tips-for-bangladeshi-nationals</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russia-unbound-tours-visas-and-travel-tips-for-bangladeshi-nationals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Russia&#039;s enduring mystique—shaped by its frozen expanses, communist history, and profound cultural heritage—continues to captivate Bangladeshi travelers. With streamlined visa processes and specialized tour packages offering halal food, Bengali-speaking guides, and itineraries covering Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Murmansk&#039;s Northern Lights, travel is increasingly accessible ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 01:08:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tour, Russia, Agency, Moscow</media:keywords>
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<title>Seven Die in Jharkhand Air Ambulance Crash</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-die-in-jharkhand-air-ambulance-crash</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-die-in-jharkhand-air-ambulance-crash</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ All seven people on board an air ambulance that crashed in India’s eastern state of Jharkhand were killed, officials confirmed on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:23:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, air ambulance, jharkhand, crash, Redbird Airways</media:keywords>
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<title>Journalist Aminul Islam’s Mother Passes Away</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/journalist-aminul-islams-mother-passes-away</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/journalist-aminul-islams-mother-passes-away</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ She breathed her last at Shaheed Zia Medical College Hospital in Bogura ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:04:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>obituary, journalist, Bogura, Shaheed Zia Medical College Hospital</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt Steps Up Airport Safety Measures</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-steps-up-airport-safety-measures</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-steps-up-airport-safety-measures</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam has directed authorities to strengthen cleanliness measures at all airports to ensure passenger comfort and safety ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:39:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, minister, airport, ADP</media:keywords>
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<title>UK to Issue Only E&#45;Visas for Bangladeshi Applicants from February 25</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-to-issue-only-e-visas-for-bangladeshi-applicants-from-february-25</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-to-issue-only-e-visas-for-bangladeshi-applicants-from-february-25</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The High Commission confirmed that once a visa is granted, applicants must submit their passport information and create a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account to verify their e-visa before travelling ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:41:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, UK, e-visa, UKVI, BRP</media:keywords>
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<title>Indonesia Visa System for Bangladeshi Travelers and Businessmen: What You Need to Know in 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indonesia-visa-system-for-bangladeshi-travelers-and-businessmen-what-you-need-to-know-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indonesia-visa-system-for-bangladeshi-travelers-and-businessmen-what-you-need-to-know-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Indonesia presents substantial opportunities for Bangladeshi entrepreneurs across multiple sectors—restaurants, coffee ventures, coal mining, and ready-made garments—yet the visa-on-arrival facility remains suspended for Bangladeshi citizens ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:27:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>visa, indonesia, bangladesh, bilateral trade, KITAS</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates, Etihad and Air India Cancel UAE–US Flights as Snowstorm Hits East Coast</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-etihad-and-air-india-cancel-uaeus-flights-as-snowstorm-hits-east-coast</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-etihad-and-air-india-cancel-uaeus-flights-as-snowstorm-hits-east-coast</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Major airlines including Emirates, Etihad Airways and Air India have cancelled or rescheduled multiple flights between the UAE and the United States as a powerful winter storm lashes the US East Coast ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:00:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Etihad, Air India, Snowstorm, US east coast</media:keywords>
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<title>HAL Denies Tejas Crash Reports, Calls Incident a ‘Minor Technical Issue’</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hal-denies-tejas-crash-reports-calls-incident-a-minor-technical-issue</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hal-denies-tejas-crash-reports-calls-incident-a-minor-technical-issue</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ India’s state-owned aerospace manufacturer Hindustan Aeronautics Limited said there has been no reported crash of the light combat aircraft Tejas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:42:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, Tejas, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, combat aircraft, Indian Air Force</media:keywords>
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<title>People Float Instead of Sinking on Egypt’s Siwa Salt Lakes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/people-float-instead-of-sinking-on-egypts-siwa-salt-lakes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/people-float-instead-of-sinking-on-egypts-siwa-salt-lakes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Siwa Salt Lakes in Egypt’s Siwa Oasis are known for their striking turquoise water and for a rare experience: in many of the pools, it is extremely difficult to sink ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:53:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, siwa salt lake, egypt, cairo, skin and sinus problems</media:keywords>
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<title>Maldivian Opens Dhaka Office, Dhaka&#45;Male Flights Resume March 12</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/maldivian-opens-dhaka-office-flights-resume-march-12</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/maldivian-opens-dhaka-office-flights-resume-march-12</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Resumption of the route reflects the airline’s commitment to serving the large Bangladeshi expatriate community in the Maldives ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:12:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maldivian, Airline, Dhala, Male</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh Aviation and Tourism Journalists Association launched</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-aviation-and-tourism-journalists-association-launched</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-aviation-and-tourism-journalists-association-launched</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With the aim of safeguarding the professional interests and improving the skills of the journalists working in these sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:40:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, tourism, journalists, BATJA</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh Turns to China for Medical Treatment as Healthcare Cooperation Expands</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-turn-to-china-for-medical-treatment-as-healthcare-cooperation-expands</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Reasonable costs, specialised medical proficiency and newly introduced visa simplifications have made accessing Chinese healthcare institutions considerably easier for Bangladeshis ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:03:44 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Dhaka Regency Announces Special Ramadan Offers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Blending traditional flavours with modern hospitality in a serene ambience, the hotel is presenting a range of attractive dining experiences, making it an ideal destination for family gatherings, friendly reunions and corporate events ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:45:13 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Saudi Arabia Issues 1.4m Visas for Bangladeshis, 750,000 for Work</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Abdullah Zafer H bin Abiyah on Sunday said that his country has issued 750,000 work visas and altogether 1.4 mn visas for Bangladeshi citizens in 2025 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:11:02 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Old Dhaka’s Iftar: A Timeless Cuisine of Flavours and Heritage</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Each afternoon, countless fasting Muslims from every corner of the capital flock to Chawkbazaar—not simply to acquire food, but to immerse themselves in a living legacy that has flourished for more than four centuries ]]></description>
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<title>Novoair Offers Two&#45;Night Cox’s Bazar Package at Tk 1,818 Monthly Instalment</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Novoair has partnered with 24 leading banks in the country for this purpose, allowing credit card holders of those banks to purchase the package ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:47:45 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla Honours Nazmun Nahar Who Raised Bangladesh Flag in 184 Countries</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ She is the first Muslim woman in the world to complete such an extensive global journey with her national flag ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:29:01 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Jet Fuel Prices Raised for February</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:17:42 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Airbnb Launches ‘Reserve Now, Pay Later’ Globally</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The new feature enables travellers to secure reservations instantly and pay closer to their check-in date, reducing risk of losing upfront payments if travel plans change and a booking needs to be cancelled ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:36:10 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Global Tourism Leaders gather in Nairobi as Industry Faces Climate, Crisis and Recovery Challenges</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The summit from Feb 16 to 18 brings together ministers, global policymakers, researchers, investors and industry executives to rethink the future of travel beyond national boundaries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:40:21 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Tourism, Kenya, Nairobi, Global Tourism Resilience Day, Climate volatility</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt relieves Biman Chairman SK Bashir</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A gazette notification issued by the Civil Aviation and Tourism Ministry said ollowing his resignation, Sheikh Bashir Uddin has been released from his responsibilities as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Biman Bangladesh Airlines. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:13:57 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Transparency, Modernisation Top Priorities in Aviation Sector: Minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Through collective efforts and close coordination with officials and stakeholders, we want to make the activities of this ministry dynamic and effective in the public interest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:47:44 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Aviation Reforms to Begin Immediately: Rashiduzzaman</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-reforms-to-begin-immediately-rashiduzzaman</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Aviation reform includes include dismantling ticketing syndicates, improving baggage handling, stopping harassment of homebound passengers and easing the unnecessarily long and complex procedures faced by migrant workers at airports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:14:28 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Millat Appointed State Minister for Civil Aviation &amp;amp; Tourism Ministry</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ M Rashiduzzaman Millat has been appointed State Minister for the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism in Bangladesh’s newly formed government, marking a notable development for both the cabinet and the country’s aviation and tourism sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:02:32 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Afroza Rita Becomes New Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Her oath-taking ceremony was held on Tuesday afternoon at the South Plaza of Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:45:29 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Flydubai to Launch Double&#45;Daily Bangkok Flights from September 2026</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:26:36 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Aviation, Airline, UAE, Dubai, Bangkok</media:keywords>
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<title>Mahan Air Launches Direct Flights to Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mahan-air-launches-direct-flights-to-bangladesh</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The announcement coincided with the signing of a joint investment agreement between Iran’s Makan Tourism Group and Bangladesh-based Aero Versatilo Group to promote medical tourism ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:55:30 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Aviation, Bangladesh, Iran, Medical tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Bali Becomes World’s Top Travel Destination for 2026</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The ranking is based on the volume and quality of traveller reviews collected throughout 2025, reflecting feedback from real visitors across the globe ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:23:23 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Greenland: A Land of Ice, Adventure and Stunning Landscapes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/greenland-a-land-of-ice-adventure-and-stunning-landscapes</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Greenland, an autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark, is the world’s largest island offering an unforgettable as well as breathtaking natural beauty, both in summer and winter ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:20:26 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Spring, Valentine’s Day Bring Colour, Music</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Falgun and Valentile&#039;s Day bring colour, music and a sense of renewal among culturally minded Bangladeshis as they celebrate the day with passion and enthusiasm ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:52:53 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>A Year of Rapid Change in Bangladesh’s Aviation Industry</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The aviation business in Bangladesh has thrived in the year of 2025, thanks to the interim government&#039;s liberal policy, reform initiative, pro-tourism stance and development of both domestic and international airports. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:10:32 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Vienna Records Best&#45;ever Tourism Year as Visitor Spending Surges</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/vienna-records-best-ever-tourism-year-as-visitor-spending-surges</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Long-haul demand and major events are fuelling the Austrian capital’s drive for higher-value, sustainable tourism ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:31:03 +0600</pubDate>
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