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<title>Aviation News &amp;amp; Tourism Industry Updates &#45; ATT Desk Report</title>
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<title>Bangladeshi student to join North Pole expedition on Russian nuke icebreaker</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Prottoy emerged as one of the international winners of the 7th season of Rosatom&#039;s science and educational project &#039;Icebreaker of Knowledge&#039; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:28:53 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Russia, North Pole, Rosatom, icebreaker, Rajshahi Cadet College, Malekul Salehin Prottoy</media:keywords>
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<title>US Pacific Fleet commander visits Lalbagh Fort</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The visit highlighted the growing cultural and strategic partnership between Bangladesh and the United States ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:29:49 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>USA, fleet, commander, Lalbagh Fort, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Steve Koehler, Brent T Christensen, US Embassy, US-Pacific Command</media:keywords>
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<title>Indian High Commission warns of visa scammers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The High Commission said it had received reports of scammers contacting individuals by phone, WhatsApp, social media and email, falsely claiming to represent the mission and promising to facilitate visas or other consular services in return for payment ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:29:57 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Historic MT Hossain Institute needs immediate renovation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Doors, windows, tin roofing and much of the wooden framework have suffered severe damage. Cracks have appeared in several walls, bricks are falling off and the surrounding area has become overgrown with weeds, creating an abandoned appearance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:17:30 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>literature, theatre, music, cultural activities, Lalmonirhat, Deputy Commissioner, Muhammad Rashidul Haque Pradhan, Ramakrishna Mission Road, Bangladesh, MT Hossain Institute, Bangladesh Betar, Bangladesh Television, Bangladesh Railway</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi Arabia allows Iqama renewal under new employer</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-allows-iqama-renewal-under-new-employer</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Saudi deputy minister of human resources revealed the information during a courtesy meeting with the expatriates&#039; welfare and overseas employment minister ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:26:51 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Saudi Arabia, Iqama, renewal, employer, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, state minister, Md Nurul Haque, Deputy Minister, Human Resources, Muhannad bin Ahmed Al-Issa</media:keywords>
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<title>Anti&#45;drone system planned for airports: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/anti-drone-system-planned-for-airports-minister</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The meeting discussed measures to strengthen the country’s civil aviation security framework ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:23:08 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Anti-drone, airports, CAAB, aviation, minister, aviation security, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Turkish Airlines plans Boeing 787 for Dhaka route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-airlines-plans-boeing-787-for-dhaka-route</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Turkish aviation giant distinguishes as the only European carrier providing direct flight from Dhaka to Europe ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:35:21 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Turkish Airlines, Europe, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Dhaka, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt plans observing days for migrants, expatriates</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ At the meeting, State Minister Md Nurul Haque outlined several decisions related to the observance of the two occasions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:04:43 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>State Minister, Md Nurul Haque, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Ministry, CIP, migrant, workers, International Migrants&#039; Day, National Expatriates&#039; Day</media:keywords>
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<title>July Mass Uprising Day programmes at a glance</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/july-mass-uprising-day-programmes-at-a-glance</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Wreaths will be placed at the July Martyrs&#039; Memorials in all 64 districts across the country on August 5 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:43:04 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Local Government, Rural Development, Cooperatives, Minister, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, commemorative stamp</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh marks second anniversary of Hasina&amp;apos;s downfall this year</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-marks-second-anniversary-of-hasinas-downfall-this-year</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ August 5 became a day of victory for many people in Bangladesh, but also one of tragedy, as it witnessed deadly police attacks in which hundreds of people were reportedly killed even after the fall of the Awami League government ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:49:48 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Mass uprising, India, students, Sheikh Hasina, Chhatra League, Jubo League, Army Chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, Ganabhaban, Awami League, High Court</media:keywords>
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<title>BATJA elects Safwan president, Emon secretary</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/batja-elects-safwan-president-emon-secretary</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The committee was announced unanimously at a meeting of the association&#039;s convening committee held at its temporary office at Nayapaltan in Dhaka on Monday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:12:08 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Bangladesh Aviation and Tourism Journalists Association, BATJA, Desh Television, Machranga Television, The Daily Inqilab</media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai tops global international travel again</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-tops-global-international-travel-again</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The figure represents a 4.4 percent increase from July, keeping Dubai well ahead of other major hubs worldwide ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:55:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai International Airport, OAG, airlines, London Heathrow, Seoul Incheon, Amsterdam Schiphol</media:keywords>
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<title>US FAA certifies Boeing 737&#45;7</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-faa-certifies-boeing-737-7</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The approval comes after a multi-year certification effort that began in 2018 and involved more than 1,000 hours of flight and ground testing, along with extensive safety analysis and human factors reviews ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:07:49 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>US, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, Boeing, Mike Sinnett</media:keywords>
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<title>Shama seeks IOM support for expanded legal migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shama-seeks-iom-support-for-expanded-legal-migration</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ She also sought IOM&#039;s support in matching Bangladesh&#039;s skilled workforce with global demand by promoting talent mobility and facilitating talent partnerships with destination countries, particularly in the healthcare, caregiving and agriculture sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:22:20 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>State Minister, Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Islam, International Organization for Migration, IOM, Regional Director, Asia, Pacific, Iori Kato, Special Adviser, Priya Marwah</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy warns travelers relying on public benefits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-warns-travelers-relying-on-public-benefits</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The embassy advised travellers to be financially prepared for their trip, including unexpected travel disruptions and medical emergencies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:07:56 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>US, Embassy, Dhaka, immigration, travelers, medical, emergencies, travel, study, work</media:keywords>
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<title>US Pacific Fleet chief due today</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-pacific-fleet-chief-due-today</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ the US Pacific Fleet commander is scheduled to meet senior Bangladeshi officials to discuss bilateral defence cooperation and explore opportunities to deepen collaboration in maritime security, humanitarian assistance, disaster response and professional military education ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:44 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>US, Pacific Fleet, Admiral, Steve Koehler, Commander, defence, partnership</media:keywords>
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<title>Adviser Humayun calls for stronger aviation ties with China</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adviser-humayun-calls-for-stronger-aviation-ties-with-china</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adviser-humayun-calls-for-stronger-aviation-ties-with-china</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The PM&#039;s foreign affairs adviser says future prosperity will rely not only on economic growth, but also on the quality of institutions, social resilience and international cooperation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:28:48 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Humaiun Kobir, Prime Minister, Foreign Affairs, Adviser, China, SIRPA, BIISS, Director General, Major General Ridwanur Rahman, Tarique Rahman, Chinese President, Xi Jinping</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt seeks IATA help against ticketing syndicates</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-seeks-iata-help-against-ticketing-syndicates</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The present government is pursuing a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of syndicates in the aviation sector to ensure greater transparency and improve passenger services ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:21:36 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>IATA, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Secretariat, Dhaka, SAF</media:keywords>
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<title>Call for RAJUK&#45;CAAB cell to oversee airport safety</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/call-for-rajuk-caab-cell-to-oversee-airport-safety</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The recommendation came in the commission&#039;s investigation into the Milestone School and College aircraft crash, which killed 36 people, most of them children ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:11:12 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>HSIA, RAJUK, CAAB, Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh, height limits, aviation, airport, timeframe, construction, structures</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt eyes 6&#45;7pc tourism contribution to GDP: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-eyes-6-7pc-tourism-contribution-to-gdp-minister</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam said transforming Cox’s Bazar, home to the world’s longest natural sea beach, into a regional tourism hub remains one of the government’s top priorities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:10:01 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Goverment, GDP, tourism, Cox&#039;s Bazar</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh&#45;Vietnam Business Forum unlocks new horizons for trade tie&#45;up</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-vietnam-business-forum-unlocks-new-horizons-for-trade-tie-up</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bangladesh delegates&#039; Vietnam visit, marked by extensive business-to-business (B2B) networking, factory inspections and strategic discussions, is expected to strengthen economic ties between the two rapidly growing Asian economies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:14:12 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Vietnam, Bangladesh, B2B, Bangladesh-Vietnam Business Forum, manufacturing, agriculture, construction, food processing, technology, real estate, international trade</media:keywords>
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<title>The Sundarbans: A fragile mangrove forest under pressure</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/the-sundarbans-a-fragile-mangrove-forest-under-pressure</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A comprehensive guideline for travellers to explore the Sundarbans ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:41:29 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Sundarbans, mangrove, forest, tiger, deer</media:keywords>
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<title>57 Moroccans die as thousands attempt to enter Ceuta</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/57-moroccans-die-as-thousands-attempt-to-enter-ceuta</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The huge influx, which took place over the course of just 24 hours, overwhelmed the city of Ceuta with 85,000 people, triggered a political crisis for Madrid and led to a mixed reaction from other EU countries, including calls for Spain to be suspended from the Schengen free-movement zone ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:17:15 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Spain, illegal migrants, EU, Ceuta, Madrid, Morocco, Schengen, prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, Ceuta president, Juan Jesus Vivas, Tarajal beach, ambassadors, Brussels</media:keywords>
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<title>Australian HC warns of fake migration agents</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australian-hc-warns-of-fake-migration-agents</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The High Commission said scammers were impersonating registered migration agents to defraud visa applicants of money and personal information ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:59:49 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Australian, High Commission, Bangladesh﻿, Dhaka, visa, fraudulent network, migration, communities, families, agent, biometrics, fake</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh among 50 nations affected by US visa bond rule</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-among-50-nations-affected-by-us-visa-bond-rule</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The rule became final on Monday, and more countries could be added to the list in future ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:11:46 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>US, visa, bond, rule, Federal Register, Trump administration, African, countries, visit family, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;apos;Incredible Weddings Festival&amp;apos; opens in InterContinental Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/incredible-weddings-festival-opens-in-intercontinental-dhaka</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The two-day event promises immersive wedding planning experience with top brands, cultural performances, and exclusive dining offers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:07:12 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>InterContinental Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Wedding Festival</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman urged to increase Dhaka&#45;Tokyo flights as expat demand soars</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-urged-to-increase-dhaka-tokyo-flights-as-expat-demand-soars</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh officials assure a feasibility study is underway ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:55:50 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Bangladesh, Nepal pledge stronger tourism ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-nepal-pledge-stronger-tourism-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-nepal-pledge-stronger-tourism-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Both sides reviewed the longstanding friendly bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Nepal and exchanged views on a range of issues of mutual interest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:40:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Nepal, Ambassador, Ghanshyam Bhandari, Prime Minister, foreign Affairs, adviser, Humayun Kabir</media:keywords>
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<title>Seven dead in helicopter crash in Argentina</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-dead-in-helicopter-crash-in-argentina</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-dead-in-helicopter-crash-in-argentina</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Bell 412 helicopter crashed during a training mission in Argentina’s Ischigualasto Provincial Park ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:31:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bell 412, helicopter, Argentina, Andes Mountains</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Call for action on women in tourism transport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/call-for-action-on-women-in-tourism-transport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/call-for-action-on-women-in-tourism-transport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A new report from UN Tourism and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) shows that women remain severely underrepresented across tourism transport, particularly in technical, driving and leadership roles ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:43:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UN, Tourism, ITF, International Transport Workers’ Federation, governments, workers, unions, industry partners</media:keywords>
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<title>World Tiger Day&amp;apos;s call for protection of Sundarbans</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/world-tiger-days-call-for-protection-of-sundarbans</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/world-tiger-days-call-for-protection-of-sundarbans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Environmental activists, political leaders, representatives of social organisations and people from different walks of life participated in the programme ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tiger, Mongla, Sundarbans, World Tiger Day</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Brunei discuss air connectivity</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-brunei-discuss-air-connectivity</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-brunei-discuss-air-connectivity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On connectivity, both sides discussed improving air links between the two countries, a move expected to facilitate travel, business exchanges, and labour mobility ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:22:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Brunei, aviation, High Commissioner, Haji Haris Bin Othman, labour market, jute products, agricultural goods, mangoes</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt to set up pilot training academy in Bogura</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-set-up-pilot-training-academy-in-bogura</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-set-up-pilot-training-academy-in-bogura</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative forms part of the government&#039;s broader strategy to develop Bangladesh&#039;s aviation sector and transform the country into a regional aviation hub ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:26:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, pilot, training academy, Bogura</media:keywords>
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<title>Manpower migration to Malaysia to resume by late August</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/manpower-migration-to-malaysia-to-resume-by-late-august</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/manpower-migration-to-malaysia-to-resume-by-late-august</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Meetings between the relevant ministries and authorities of Bangladesh and Malaysia have produced positive outcomes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:59:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Malaysia, labour, market, August, PM&#039;s Adviser, Dr Mahdi Amin, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury</media:keywords>
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<title>Westin Dhaka unveils ‘Taste of Arabia’</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/westin-dhaka-unveils-taste-of-arabia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/westin-dhaka-unveils-taste-of-arabia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The festival will be held from 30 July to 8 August 2026 at Westin Dhaka’s Seasonal Taste restaurant ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:54:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Westin Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh, food, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Global tourism up 2% in Q1 amid growing uncertainty: UN</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-tourism-up-2-in-q1-amid-growing-uncertainty-un</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-tourism-up-2-in-q1-amid-growing-uncertainty-un</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ While the start of the year 2026 saw sustained travel demand overall (+2.5% cumulative growth in January and February), the Middle East conflict impacted performance in March (+0.4%) ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:49:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UN, Tourism, Secretary-General, Shaikha Al Nuwais, Europe, Asia, Pacific, America, Africa, Ocenia, Middle East, Paraguay, New Caledonia, El Salvador, Mongolia, Palau, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Korea, Morocco, Brunei</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt turning Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar tourism potential into reality</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-turning-coxs-bazar-tourism-potential-into-reality</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-turning-coxs-bazar-tourism-potential-into-reality</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For too long, the world&#039;s longest natural sea beach has been treated as little more than a weekend destination for domestic holidaymakers rather than the crown jewel it could become ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:05:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, tourist, holidaymakers, Britain, France, Spain, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, tourism, safety, cleanliness, economy</media:keywords>
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<title>Power bank catches fire on China Eastern flight</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/power-bank-catches-fire-on-china-eastern-flight</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/power-bank-catches-fire-on-china-eastern-flight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The cabin crew extinguished the blaze as passengers looked on in panic ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:34:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Power bank, fire, China, Eastern flight, Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport, passenger, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>Tuku calls for greater awareness for tiger conservation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tuku-calls-for-greater-awareness-for-tiger-conservation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tuku-calls-for-greater-awareness-for-tiger-conservation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He stressed the need to instil a conservation mindset among the younger generation to help protect wildlife ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:10:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sundarbans, tiger, zoo, wildlife, conservation, State Minister, Fisheries, Livestock, Sultan Salahuddin Tuku, DLS, forest department</media:keywords>
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<title>Air China to launch first direct flights to Iceland</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-china-to-launch-first-direct-flights-to-iceland</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-china-to-launch-first-direct-flights-to-iceland</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It will establish the first-ever air link between the two countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:04:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>China, Iceland, air china, flight, December</media:keywords>
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<title>Home, IOM discuss trafficking, border cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/home-iom-discuss-trafficking-border-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/home-iom-discuss-trafficking-border-cooperation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Both sides discuss ways to reinforce their two-decade-long partnership, with particular emphasis on strengthening national efforts against human trafficking, tackling technology-enabled trafficking, improving integrated border management and enhancing institutional capacity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:12:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chief, Mission, IOM Bangladesh, Dr Laura Tomm-Bonde, Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed, Bangladesh, Secretariat, human trafficking, border management, safe migration</media:keywords>
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<title>PM OKs steps for riverine ecotourism hub in south</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-oks-steps-for-riverine-ecotourism-hub-in-south</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-oks-steps-for-riverine-ecotourism-hub-in-south</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Cabinet Division has asked the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs to take the required measures and report on the progress of its implementation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:45:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhansiri River, eco-tourism, cultural, southern Bangladesh, Gabkhan Channel, Panchamohana, guava, floating  market, Bhimruli, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Ministry, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Ministry, Cultural Affairs, ministry</media:keywords>
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<title>Boeing loss widens on Air Force One</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-loss-widens-on-air-force-one</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-loss-widens-on-air-force-one</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US aircraft manufacturer posted a net loss of $428 million for the second quarter, compared with a larger loss in the same period last year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:14:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Boeing, US, presidential, aircraft, commercial, defence, contracts, loss</media:keywords>
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<title>PM seeks more Bangladeshi workers&amp;apos; recruitment in Japan</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-seeks-more-bangladeshi-workers-recruitment-in-japan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-seeks-more-bangladeshi-workers-recruitment-in-japan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He made the call when Japanese Prime Minister&#039;s Special Adviser Uno Yoshimasa paid a courtesy call on him at his office at the Bangladesh Secretariat on Tuesday afternoon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:37:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japanese, Prime Minister, Special Adviser, Uno Yoshimasa, Dhaka, secretariat, PM, Tarique Rahman, Bangladesh, DPS, Araihazar, Narayanganj</media:keywords>
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<title>Sea Pearl Beach Resort signs MoU with IFIC Bank</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sea-pearl-beach-resort-signs-mou-with-ific-bank</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sea-pearl-beach-resort-signs-mou-with-ific-bank</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the agreement, debit and credit cardholders of the bank will enjoy exclusive privileges at the resort ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:26:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sea Pearl Beach Resort, MoU, IFIC Bank, Dhaka, Inani Beach, Cox&#039;s Bazar, rooms, suites, multicuisine, restaurants, spa, swimming pools, fitness centre, conference, banquet, water park</media:keywords>
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<title>China sets visa rules for Bangladeshis for Canton Fair</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-sets-visa-rules-for-bangladeshis-for-canton-fair</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-sets-visa-rules-for-bangladeshis-for-canton-fair</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event has been introduced to facilitate the participation of Bangladeshi visitors in the China Import and Export Fair, popularly known as the Canton Fair, whose on-site exhibition will be held in three phases in Guangzhou from 15 October to 4 November ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:22:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chinese, Embassy, Dhaka, visa, rules, Bangladeshi, Canton Fair, regulations, Guangzhou, trade, category, validity, duration of stay</media:keywords>
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<title>Rights body MWN seeks clarity on Malaysia labour talks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rights-body-mwn-seeks-clarity-on-malaysia-labour-talks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rights-body-mwn-seeks-clarity-on-malaysia-labour-talks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The organisation questioned why negotiations concerning a labour market that directly affects the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of Bangladeshi workers are taking place with little information available to the public ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:21:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Malaysia, labour, market, MWN, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Choudhury, manpower, syndicates, migrant, workers, recruitment</media:keywords>
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<title>Singer Nirjo Habib&amp;apos;s &amp;apos;Obujh Prem&amp;apos; set for release under G Series</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/singer-nirjo-habibs-obujh-prem-set-for-release-under-g-series</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/singer-nirjo-habibs-obujh-prem-set-for-release-under-g-series</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The prominent playback singer Nirjo Habib has contributed to several Bangladeshi films and more than 60 drama songs ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:31:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Singer, Bangladesh, Nirjo, G Series, Nirjo Habib, playback</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka, Hanoi business conference boosts economic ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-hanoi-business-conference-boosts-economic-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-hanoi-business-conference-boosts-economic-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event was attended by Bangladesh Ambassador to Vietnam Lutfor Rahman, while the Vietnamese Ambassador to Bangladesh delivered a keynote address virtually, reaffirming Vietnam&#039;s commitment to expanding bilateral economic ties ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:53:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Vietnam, business, forum, Ambassador, Lutfor Rahman, Ministry of Industry and Trade, economic, cooperation, facilitate, trade, opportunities, entrepreneurs</media:keywords>
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<title>Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel introduces Italian culinary heritage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/renaissance-dhaka-gulshan-hotel-introduces-italian-culinary-heritage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/renaissance-dhaka-gulshan-hotel-introduces-italian-culinary-heritage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The culinary celebration will officially commence on 6 August 2026 with an exclusive launch evening featuring a ceremonial ribbon-cutting led by Italian Ambassador in Dhaka Antonio Alessandro ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:25:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>culture, creativity, cuisine, Ambassador, Italy, Bangladesh, Antonio Alessandro, Buon Appetito, Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel, Bahar, restaurant</media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai airport ranked as busiest global travel hub</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-airport-ranked-as-busiest-global-travel-hub</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-airport-ranked-as-busiest-global-travel-hub</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UK-based aviation analytics firm OAG shows the airport offering 4.35 million international seats during July 2026, placing it ahead of Heathrow Airport, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Incheon International Airport and Charles de Gaulle Airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:54:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai, airport, Heathrow Airport, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Incheon International Airport, Charles de Gaulle Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>A letter to Khamenei</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-letter-to-khamenei</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-letter-to-khamenei</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From birth to your final breath, you lived a humble and righteous life. What more fitting departure could there be for a man of God and leader of Godly people than to fall at the hands of the most vicious savage evil forces on earth? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:33:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, funeral, supreme leader, resistance, peaceful, nuclear, technology, satellite engineering, civil infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, medicine, robotics, nanotechnology, life expectancy, literacy rate, poverty reduction, urbanisation, sports, medicine, science, engineering</media:keywords>
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<title>Abu Dhabi unveils $11b wellness island project</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/abu-dhabi-unveils-11b-wellness-island-project</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/abu-dhabi-unveils-11b-wellness-island-project</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Fahid Island project, scheduled to be completed by 2029, is expected to feature more than 6,000 homes across a 2.7 million-square-metre site ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:57:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Abu Dhabi, residential island, health, wellbeing, Aldar Development, pedestrian paths, physical activity, mental wellbeing</media:keywords>
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<title>Expatriates’ welfare minister off to Malaysia for labour talks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expatriates-welfare-minister-off-to-malaysia-for-labour-talks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expatriates-welfare-minister-off-to-malaysia-for-labour-talks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister will be accompanied by Prime Minister’s Adviser Mahdi Amin, with the pair scheduled to depart Dhaka at around 9:00 pm on Monday, the sources added ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:06:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Choudhury, Adviser, PM, Mahdi Amin, Malaysia</media:keywords>
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<title>Call for viable PPP&#45;based aviation, tourism projects</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/call-for-viable-ppp-based-aviation-tourism-projects</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/call-for-viable-ppp-based-aviation-tourism-projects</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister Afroza Khanam said the potential and future development prospects of projects must be considered during their formulation in line with the Prime Minister’s directives ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:44:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Md Zonayed Abdur Rahim Saki, Dhaka, Secretariat, ADP, PPP</media:keywords>
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<title>TOAB visits Palestine Embassy, seeks closer ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/toab-visits-palestine-embassy-seeks-closer-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/toab-visits-palestine-embassy-seeks-closer-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the meeting, both sides exchanged views and discussed opportunities to strengthen cooperation, friendship and people-to-people ties through tourism and cultural exchange ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:17:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tour, Operators, Association, Bangladesh, President, Mohammed Hanif, Palestinian, Ambassador, Dhaka, Yousef SY Ramadan, TOAB</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Afroza lauds Japan’s role in Bangladesh’s dev</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-lauds-japans-role-in-bangladeshs-dev</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-lauds-japans-role-in-bangladeshs-dev</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking at the Japan-Bangladesh Business Women Conference at a hotel in the capital on Sunday, she said Japan had consistently stood by Bangladesh during difficult times and remained a key partner in the country’s journey towards economic progress and modernisation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:49:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister Afroza Khanam, Japan, Bangladesh, Business, Conference, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, entrepreneurship</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Bangladesh, Maldives seek closer ties in migration, tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-maldives-seek-closer-ties-in-migration-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-maldives-seek-closer-ties-in-migration-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Foreign ministers of Bangladesh and the Maldives discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations through enhanced cooperation in migration and expatriate welfare, tourism, education, healthcare, the blue economy and maritime connectivity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:33:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Maldives, migration, tourism, expatriate, welfare, Foreign Minister, Dr Khalilur Rahman, Maldivian, migrant workers, tourism, migration</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>BMET explores scope to send skilled workers in China</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bmet-explores-scope-to-send-skilled-workers-in-china</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bmet-explores-scope-to-send-skilled-workers-in-china</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting focused on creating new employment opportunities in China, strengthening bilateral cooperation, and identifying potential sectors for deploying skilled workers from Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:22:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bureau, Manpower, Employment, Training, Director General, Md Abul Hasanath Humayun Kabir, CCECC, BMET, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation, migration, Bangladeshi, workers</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Kazakhstan to introduce Central Asia’s first air taxis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kazakhstan-to-introduce-central-asias-first-air-taxis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kazakhstan-to-introduce-central-asias-first-air-taxis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The electric air taxi service is expected to begin in 2028 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:58:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kazakhstan, Central Asia, air taxi, eVTOL</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Bangladesh Embassy in Paris eases e&#45;passport backlog</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-embassy-in-paris-eases-e-passport-backlog</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-embassy-in-paris-eases-e-passport-backlog</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative, launched on Saturday, enabled more than 80 applicants to submit their e-passport applications on the first day without prior appointments ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:12:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Embassy, Paris, consular, expatriates, e-passport, applications, community, policy, online booking, helpline</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;apos;Bagerhat airport to boost southwest economy&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bagerhat-airport-to-boost-southwest-economy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bagerhat-airport-to-boost-southwest-economy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Once the airport is operational, the facility will bring unprecedented momentum to the economic activities of Mongla Port, the Sundarbans and the entire southwest region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:56:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Khan Jahan Ali Airport, State Minister, Forests, Environment, Climate Change, Dr Shaikh Faridul Islam, Bagerhat, Foila, Rampal</media:keywords>
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<title>Thailand promotes tourism at Dhaka expo</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thailand-promotes-tourism-at-dhaka-expo</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thailand-promotes-tourism-at-dhaka-expo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Glory Holidays served as the official travel partner at the Thailand Pavilion, presenting curated travel packages for Bangladeshi tourists, along with holiday experiences, travel offers and tourism services across Thailand ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:18:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Top Thai Brands Show 2026, TAT, Bangladeshi, tourists, Thailand, holiday packages, travel offers, Glory Holidays, tourism, destination</media:keywords>
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<title>Hajj 2027 registration starts July 27</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hajj-2027-registration-starts-july-27</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hajj-2027-registration-starts-july-27</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry  of Religious Affairs announced the schedule in line with the roadmap issued by Saudi Arabia&#039;s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:36:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Religious Affairs, Kaaba, Saudi Arabia, Mecca, pilgrims, Hajj, Umrah, pre-registration, Hajj agency, Islamic Foundation, dhaka, Hajj portal</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt to build 100&#45;bed transit facility for migrants</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-build-100-bed-transit-facility-for-migrants</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-build-100-bed-transit-facility-for-migrants</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The project, accommodating 50 beds for men and 50 separate beds for women, will be fully financed by the Wage Earners&#039; Welfare Board ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:51:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Wage Earners, Welfare Board, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, Hajj Camp, Ashkona, migrant workers, accommodation</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt drafts new aviation rules ahead of ICAO audit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-drafts-new-aviation-rules-ahead-of-icao-audit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-drafts-new-aviation-rules-ahead-of-icao-audit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Stakeholders had been given 21 days to submit feedback, after which the draft would be revised before final approval ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:24:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, ICAO, aviation, regulations, global, technologies, Ministry, Civil Aviation, Tourism, rules, airspace, aircraft, International Aviation Carbon Emission Reduction Plans</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB bins third&#45;terminal irregularity claims</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-bins-third-terminal-irregularity-claims</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-bins-third-terminal-irregularity-claims</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The authorities say no money has been spent without approval and that all project expenditure made in accordance with the approved development project proposals and relevant contractual provisions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:57:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh, HSIA, project, expenditure, DPP, JICA, NACO</media:keywords>
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<title>Naser, Walid elected BIHA president, VP</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/naser-walid-elected-biha-president-vp</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/naser-walid-elected-biha-president-vp</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The BIHA Election Board declared them elected along with five directors, as the number of valid candidates was equal to the number of elective posts ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:24:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh International Hotel Association, BIHA, Gateway Hospitality, Realty Management Limited, The Way Dhaka, Maple Leaf Hotels &amp; Resort Ltd, Arifur Rahman, managing director, Palace Luxury Resort, Green Planet, Ahmed Hossain, director, Fars Hotel &amp; Resorts Ltd, Saeed Ahmed, Quality Hospitality Limited, Q Hotel Dhaka, Rashed Mahmud, Grace Cox Hotel &amp; Resorts (Pvt) Limited</media:keywords>
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<title>ICAO analysis reveals major priorities for air transport safety</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icao-analysis-reveals-major-priorities-for-air-transport-safety</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icao-analysis-reveals-major-priorities-for-air-transport-safety</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fewer accidents in 2025, but more lives lost ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:13:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ICAO, aviation, safety, analysis, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>BFSA reg mandatory for food business</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bfsa-reg-mandatory-for-food-business</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bfsa-reg-mandatory-for-food-business</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Restaurants, bakeries, catering services, juice bars, confectioneries, dairy producers, packaged food manufacturers, most food importers and even street vendors selling items such as pitha, puri and piyaju have been brought under the registration requirement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:12:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Food, Safety, Registration, Licensing, Regulations, food businesses, registration, license, Restaurants, bakeries, catering services, juice bars, confectioneries, dairy producers, packaged food, food importers, register, BFSA, street vendors, pitha, puri, piyaju, registration</media:keywords>
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<title>11 rescued after seaplane crashes off Washington coast</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/11-rescued-after-seaplane-crashes-off-washington-coast</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/11-rescued-after-seaplane-crashes-off-washington-coast</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Four people were taken to hospital with serious injuries, said a Kenmore Air spokesperson. One of the four injured passengers was taken to hospital in a critical condition ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:20:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>seaplane, crash, US, Coast Guard, Canadian Coast Guard, passengers, Seattle, Roche Harbor, Kenmore Air, San Juan, County, Sheriff&#039;s Office, US Navy, FAA</media:keywords>
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<title>Europe extends Gulf airspace warning until Aug 31</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/europe-extends-gulf-airspace-warning-until-aug-31</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/europe-extends-gulf-airspace-warning-until-aug-31</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The advisory of European Union Aviation Safety Agency was revised on July 22, extending the validity of Conflict Zone Information Bulletin until the end of August, with &quot;no changes to the content or recommendations&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:41:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>EASA, Europe, CZIB, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Gulf of Oman, US, Jordan, airspace, passengers, flights</media:keywords>
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<title>Advanced telecom network planned for T3 at HSIA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/advanced-telecom-network-planned-for-t3-at-hsia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/advanced-telecom-network-planned-for-t3-at-hsia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The third terminal currently lacks comprehensive in-building mobile coverage, resulting in dropped calls and slower internet services and the new telecommunications infrastructure is intended to eliminate these limitations by ensuring consistent network performance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:04:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, 3rd Terminal, slow internet, Dhaka, ECT, ICT, network, transmission, DAS components, small cells, Wi-Fi devices</media:keywords>
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<title>UN adopts Bangladesh&#45;backed peace resolution</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/un-adopts-bangladesh-backed-peace-resolution</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/un-adopts-bangladesh-backed-peace-resolution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The resolution, titled &quot;Follow-up to the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace,&quot; was adopted by the General Assembly in New York on Friday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:58:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UN, UNGA, Bangladesh, resolution, culture of peace, New York, Permanent Representative, UN, Ambassador, Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury</media:keywords>
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<title>What a plunder of T3 project at Dhaka airport!</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/what-a-plunder-of-t3-project-at-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/what-a-plunder-of-t3-project-at-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tk 32 billion was spent in previous years without the necessary approvals as saplings worth Tk 500 were purchased for as much as Tk 100,000 each ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:17:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Third Terminal, JICA, Bangladesh, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, CAG, saplings, evidence, irregularities, pillow scandal, Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant project, ADC, CAAB</media:keywords>
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<title>Hotel West Valley brings lucrative monsoon offer</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-west-valley-brings-lucrative-monsoon-offer</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-west-valley-brings-lucrative-monsoon-offer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 3-star hotel is offering 40% discount in room rent along with complimentary airport pickup ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:41:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Baridhara, diplomatic zone, Dhaka, hotel, west valley, 40% discount, British High Commission, American Embassy, Canadian High Commission, Chinese Embassy, Korean Embassy, Japanese Embassy, Thai Embassy, North South University</media:keywords>
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<title>Demand for fresh ATAB voter list, election reschedule</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/demand-for-fresh-atab-voter-list-election-reschedule</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/demand-for-fresh-atab-voter-list-election-reschedule</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A five-point demand was placed at a press conference held at Shangri-La Inn in the city&#039;s Naya Paltan area ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:23:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Association of Travel Agents of Bangladesh, ATAB, Dhaka, Bangladesh, poll, vote, viter list, reschedule</media:keywords>
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<title>InterContinental Dhaka to hold two&#45;day wedding fest</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/intercontinental-dhaka-to-hold-two-day-wedding-fest</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/intercontinental-dhaka-to-hold-two-day-wedding-fest</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event is set to run on July 31 and August 1 at the five-star hotel’s Rupashi Bangla Grand Ballroom and Winter Garden ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:17:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>InterContinental, Dhaka, Bangladesh, five-star hotel, wedding festival, Grand Ballroom, Winter Garden, MTB, Sensation</media:keywords>
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<title>Pan Am wreck found 74yrs after crash</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pan-am-wreck-found-74yrs-after-crash</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pan-am-wreck-found-74yrs-after-crash</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ruins have been found on the Atlantic Ocean floor 74 years after it crashed off Puerto Rico, killing 52 people and prompting major aviation safety reforms ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:30:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pan Am, crash, Puerto Rico, plane, 74 years, aviation, safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt extends expatriate passport correction deadline</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-extends-expatriate-passport-correction-deadline</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-extends-expatriate-passport-correction-deadline</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Govt has extended the deadline by six months, allowing Bangladeshi nationals living abroad to correct passport information when applying for new or reissued passports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:06:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>expatriate, passport, correction, deadline, home ministry, facility, Deputy Secretary, Mohammad Nuruzzaman, emigration</media:keywords>
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<title>FBCCI tribunal invalidates ATAB nominations, voter list</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fbcci-tribunal-invalidates-atab-nominations-voter-list</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fbcci-tribunal-invalidates-atab-nominations-voter-list</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The FBCCI Arbitration Tribunal declared several decisions of ATAB&#039;s Election Board and Appeal Board invalid ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:49:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FBCCI, tribunal, invali, ATAB, nominations, voter list, Arbitration, election, appeal, Chairman, Nasrin Begum, ASM Kamal Uddin, Chhayad Ahmed, deliver, verdict</media:keywords>
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<title>ATAB candidates hold voter rally</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/atab-candidates-hold-voter-rally</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/atab-candidates-hold-voter-rally</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event brought together members and voters from Dhaka and different parts of the country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:01:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ATAB, Police Convention Hall, Dhaka, commitment, election, polling centres</media:keywords>
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<title>Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan presents Kassem&amp;apos;s K(C)onspiracy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/crowne-plaza-dhaka-gulshan-presents-kassems-kconspiracy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/crowne-plaza-dhaka-gulshan-presents-kassems-kconspiracy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Beginning 23 July, this limited-time culinary showcase invites guests on a journey through global flavours, premium ingredients and the artistry of Mohamed Kassem, the newly appointed executive chef of the hotel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:43:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Executive Chef, Mohamed Kassem, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan, Australian Salt-Crusted Salmon, Traditional, Egyptian, Fatta with Whole Lamb, Stuffed Pigeon, Spanish, Braised Beef Cheeks, Alexandrian, Seafood Cream Soup, Sushi, charcoal-grilled, Kofta Tarb, Egyptian dessert, Om Ali</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman to sign 10 Airbus&#45;buying deal by Aug 31</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-to-sign-10-airbus-buying-deal-by-aug-31</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-to-sign-10-airbus-buying-deal-by-aug-31</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government will sign an agreement with European aerospace giant Airbus by August 31 and the new aircraft will start joining the fleet of the state flag carrier from 2031 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:24:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Boeing, Airbus, European, aerospace, aircraft, State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>Online voting opens for Monitor Airline Awards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/online-voting-opens-for-monitor-airline-awardsyy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/online-voting-opens-for-monitor-airline-awardsyy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The winners will be determined through an extensive online opinion poll of air travellers, reflecting their travel experiences during the 2025 calendar year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:53:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>The Bangladesh Monitor, airlines, award, 2025, voting, travellers, guidelines, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka, Islamabad to expand academic cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-islamabad-to-expand-academic-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-islamabad-to-expand-academic-cooperation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh and Pakistan have agreed to strengthen academic cooperation by promoting student and faculty exchange programmes, expanding research collaboration and increasing scholarship opportunities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:19:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka University, Vice-Chancellor, Professor, Dr ABM Obaidul Islam, Pakistan, High Commissioner, Bangladesh, Imran Haider, July 21</media:keywords>
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<title>Singapore keen to expand aviation cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/singapore-keen-to-expand-aviation-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/singapore-keen-to-expand-aviation-cooperation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Singapore has reaffirmed its interest in expanding cooperation with Bangladesh in the ports, aviation and logistics sectors and pursuing a bilateral Free Trade Agreement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:02:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Singapore, Bangladesh, PMO, Dhaka, ports, aviation, FTA, logistics</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar Airways sued over teen&amp;apos;s death</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-sued-over-teens-death</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-sued-over-teens-death</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A passenger&#039;s family alleged their 16-year-old son died mid-flight following a severe allergic reaction to a sandwich served on board ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:24:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar Airways, death, lawsuit, passenger, mid-flight, allergic, reaction, sandwich, on board, Pennsylvania, MedAire, JFK airport, doha</media:keywords>
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<title>India succeeds in first private rocket launch</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-succeeds-in-first-private-rocket-launch</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-succeeds-in-first-private-rocket-launch</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Skyroot’s Vikram-1 rocket lifted off on Saturday, carrying customer payloads and in-orbit experiments on its first orbital mission ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:21:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, USA, China, rocket, private rocket, space science</media:keywords>
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<title>Expat cardholders to get airfare discounts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expat-cardholders-to-get-airfare-discounts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expat-cardholders-to-get-airfare-discounts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Expatriate Bangladeshis holding the government&#039;s proposed Expatriate Card will receive special benefits, including discounts on air tickets and access to airport lounges ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:11:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Biman, balaka lounge, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Expatriates, Welfare, overseas, employment, Ariful Haque Choudhury</media:keywords>
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<title>Seven held over Italy visa fraud</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-held-over-italy-visa-fraud</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-held-over-italy-visa-fraud</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The CID has arrested seven members of an organised human trafficking syndicate accused of sending another woman to Italy using a genuine passport holder&#039;s visa and travel documents ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:50:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Italy, visa, fraud, syndicate, human trafficking, THB, smuggling, migrant, forensic</media:keywords>
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<title>Key Milestone crash reforms yet to be implemented</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/key-milestone-crash-reforms-yet-to-be-implemented</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/key-milestone-crash-reforms-yet-to-be-implemented</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Families of the victims have also expressed disappointment over the slow implementation of the commission&#039;s recommendations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:25:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Safety, reforms, recommendations, investigation, unimplemented, aviation, urban planning, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Milestone school and college, CAAB, Rajuk</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla to add 21 Boeing 737&#45;8s in 2027</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-to-add-21-boeing-737-8s-in-2027</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-to-add-21-boeing-737-8s-in-2027</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fleet acquisition, valued at approximately $1.11b (around Tk 140 billion), will be facilitated through five international aircraft leasing companies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:49:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, fleet, aircraft, Bangladesh, leasing companies, aviation, foreign exchange, earnings, tourism, economic, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>T3 deal with Japanese consortium likely by Sept</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/t3-deal-with-japanese-consortium-likely-by-sept</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/t3-deal-with-japanese-consortium-likely-by-sept</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Japanese operator is likely to manage the new facility only as the inauguration is targeted for 16 December ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:54:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airport, HSIA, Bangladesh, Japan, Third Terminal, consortium</media:keywords>
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<title>Hotels in Dhaka dress the part for football night</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotels-in-dhaka-dress-the-part-for-football-night</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotels-in-dhaka-dress-the-part-for-football-night</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From Dhaka&#039;s five-star hotels and restaurants to cafés, clubs and tourist destinations countrywide, fans watched the biggest match of the tournament together on giant screens and livestreams in hotel lobbies and ballrooms with supporters from different backgrounds ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:57:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Westin Dhaka, Sheraton Dhaka, Hotel Sarina, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan, Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel, Le Méridien Dhaka, Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden, InterContinental Dhaka, Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka, Hotel Omni Residency</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla promises 15&#45;minute baggage delivery</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-promises-15-minute-baggage-delivery</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-promises-15-minute-baggage-delivery</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative reflects the airline&#039;s broader strategy of placing passenger convenience, operational efficiency and service quality at the centre of its operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:43:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, baggage, delivery, Jashore, domestic, destinations, international, IATA, IOSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, Madinah, Dammam, Kathmandu, Colombo, Hong Kong, Johor Bahru, Penang</media:keywords>
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<title>US, UK, Canada update Gulf travel warnings</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-uk-canada-update-gulf-travel-warnings</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-uk-canada-update-gulf-travel-warnings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The notices cover destinations including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Jordan, although the level of advice differs by country and, in some cases, by region within a country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:29:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, US, UK, Canada, travel warnings, Middle East, Embassy, airport, Houthis</media:keywords>
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<title>Spain beat Argentina for coveted World Cup tittle</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spain-beat-argentina-for-coveted-world-cup-tittle</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spain-beat-argentina-for-coveted-world-cup-tittle</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Spain won the World Cup for the second time after Ferran Torres scored a dramatic extra-time winner to seal a 1-0 victory over holders Argentina on Sunday, shattering Lionel Messi&#039;s dream of a triumphant farewell on football&#039;s biggest stage ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:11:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Argentina, Spain, FIFA, World Cup 2026, Argentina, Lionel Messi, US, President, Donald Trump, MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford</media:keywords>
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<title>Hotel Sarina marks 23rd anniversary in style</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-sarina-marks-23rd-anniversary-in-style</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-sarina-marks-23rd-anniversary-in-style</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For more than two decades, Hotel Sarina has stood as one of Bangladesh&#039;s most distinguished five-star hotels, setting new benchmarks in luxury hospitality while creating unforgettable experiences for guests from across the globe ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:11:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hotel Sarina Dhaka, anniversary, Bangladeshi, hospitality, world leaders, diplomats, business executives, conferences, corporate gatherings, five-star hotel</media:keywords>
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<title>Westin Dhaka, Sheraton Dhaka to host FIFA WC final celebrations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/westin-dhaka-sheraton-dhaka-to-host-fifa-wc-final-celebrations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/westin-dhaka-sheraton-dhaka-to-host-fifa-wc-final-celebrations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The hotels will host special live screening events and themed dining experiences for the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, offering football fans a range of entertainment and hospitality packages ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:54:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Westin Dhaka, Sheraton Dhaka, live screening, Ballroom, Fan Zone, TLR, Splash, Daily Treats, Argentina, Spain, hospitality, world cup, FIFA, artisan cakes</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman plans to lease 10 aircraft by 2027: Millat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-plans-to-lease-10-aircraft-by-2027-millat</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-plans-to-lease-10-aircraft-by-2027-millat</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biman will lease the aircraft with an aim to expand its international network and increase its capacity before 14 newly ordered Boeing aircraft begin arriving from 2031 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:04:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, State Minister, Civil Aviation, tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, aircraft, Boeing, national flag, transparency, US-Bangla Airlines, Novoair, air Astra, France, United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, European Union</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;apos;One Child, One Tree’ prog launched in Manikganj</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/one-child-one-tree-prog-launched-in-manikganj</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/one-child-one-tree-prog-launched-in-manikganj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Development is not limited to the construction of bridges, roads or buildings. It becomes meaningful only when nature is protected and the environment remains safe ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:10:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, sapling, tree, manikganj</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB warns against unauthorised airport ground handling services</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-warns-against-unauthorised-airport-ground-handling-services</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-warns-against-unauthorised-airport-ground-handling-services</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Some entities were providing, or intending to provide, ground handling and operational services without required authorisation or licence from CAAB. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:39:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Dhaka, ground handling, airlines, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Apply for US visa from home home country: US Embassy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/apply-for-us-visa-from-home-home-country-us-embassy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/apply-for-us-visa-from-home-home-country-us-embassy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy warned that applying from another country could reduce the chances of visa approval ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:28:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, embassy, visa, origin, Dhaka, immigrant, state department</media:keywords>
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<title>Bogura hosts documentary filmmaking workshop</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bogura-hosts-documentary-filmmaking-workshop</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bogura-hosts-documentary-filmmaking-workshop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The workshop was held from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm with technical support from the District Shilpakala Academy ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:41:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>wprkshop, documentary, filmmaking, Pundranagar Film Society, shilpakala academy</media:keywords>
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<title>Three Chinese airlines place orders for 95 Airbus aircraft</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-chinese-airlines-place-orders-for-95-airbus-aircraft</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-chinese-airlines-place-orders-for-95-airbus-aircraft</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Air China, Shenzhen Airlines and Hainan Airlines will collectively receive 95 Airbus planes under their new orders between 2028 and 2032 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:11:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>China, Air China, Airbus, aviation, aircraft, Shenzen Airlines, Hainan Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Ban on Sajek Valley visit goes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ban-on-sajek-valley-visit-goes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ban-on-sajek-valley-visit-goes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The decision was announced in a public notice urging travellers to exercise caution during the ongoing monsoon season and strictly follow all instructions and advises, issued by the district administration from time to time ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:37:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rangamati, Sajek Valley, Hill District, tourist</media:keywords>
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<title>Boeing sees global aircraft fleet at 50K by 2045</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-sees-global-aircraft-fleet-at-50k-by-2045</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-sees-global-aircraft-fleet-at-50k-by-2045</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The leading global aerospace giant said operators will need nearly 44,000 new aircraft over the next 20 years to support this growth, with about half of those deliveries replacing older aircraft with more fuel-efficient models ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:06:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>boeing, 787 dreamliner, airlines, cargo operators, demand, North America, Northeast Asia, low-cost, markets, Latin America, Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia</media:keywords>
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<title>Airlines begin resuming Middle East flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-begin-resuming-middle-east-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-begin-resuming-middle-east-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Budget carrier Eurowings restores services to Erbil, Beirut and Tel Aviv, and it expects to resume flights to other Middle-Eastern destinations in autumn ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:53:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle east, dubai, Aegean Airlines, AirBaltic, Air France, Finnair, Japan Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways, Eurowings, Abu Dhabi, Amman, Beirut, Dammam, Riyadh, Erbil, Muscat, Tehran</media:keywords>
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<title>Historic Dhopkol becomes a landmark in Rajshahi</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/historic-dhopkol-becomes-a-landmark-in-rajshahi</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/historic-dhopkol-becomes-a-landmark-in-rajshahi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The historic Dhopkol has been installed at the square in front of the Rajshahi City Bhaban, enhancing the city&#039;s aesthetic appeal while celebrating its rich heritage ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:04:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
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<title>Bangladesh to buy both Boeing, Airbus for Biman fleet: Shama</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-buy-both-boeing-airbus-for-biman-fleet-shama</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-buy-both-boeing-airbus-for-biman-fleet-shama</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biman will go for both Airbus and Boeing as part of the BNP government&#039;s plan to develop a sustainable mixed fleet while safeguarding the country&#039;s national interests ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:30:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>plan, sustainable, mixed fleet, safeguard, national interests, biman, Boeing, Airbus</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla Airlines marks 12 years of operations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-airlines-marks-12-years-of-operations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-airlines-marks-12-years-of-operations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline launched its inaugural flight on the Dhaka-Jashore route with a Dash 8-Q400 aircraft back on 17 July 2014 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:10:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, airline, Dhaka, jashore, skystar, Chattogram, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Sylhet, Saidpur, Rajshahi, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Chennai, Malé, Muscat, Doha, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, Guangzhou</media:keywords>
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<title>European envoys discuss aviation ties with Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/european-envoys-discuss-aviation-ties-with-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/european-envoys-discuss-aviation-ties-with-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The discussions focused on the long-standing friendship between Bangladesh and its European partners, growing economic cooperation, expanding cooperation in civil aviation and areas of mutual interest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:46:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>friendship, Bangladesh, European, economic cooperation, civil aviation, mutual interest, French, Ambassador, Jean-Marc Séré-Charlet, Spanish, Gabriel Sistiaga, British, High Commissioner, Sarah Cooke, European Union, Chargé d&#039;Affaires, Baiba Zarina, German, Chargé d&#039;Affaires, Anja Karsten, foreign Ministry</media:keywords>
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<title>Hotel Sarina Dhaka launches July dining campaign</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-sarina-dhaka-launches-july-dining-campaign</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-sarina-dhaka-launches-july-dining-campaign</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The campaign offers a range of buffet experiences, signature set menus, premium Italian cuisine, authentic Indian dishes and café favourites across its dining outlets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:45:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>hotel sarina dhaka, July, dining, Indian Cuisine, italian, Lamb Seekh Kebab, Far East, Arabic, Royal Combo &amp; Drink, Kashmiri, Chicken, Curry, Rice, Far East, Creamy Malai, Chicken, Peas, Pulao, Drink</media:keywords>
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<title>PM upbeat about tourism dev plans</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-upbeat-about-tourism-dev-plans</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-upbeat-about-tourism-dev-plans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The upcoming master plan, based on the government&#039;s specific electoral pledges, will provide the foundation for prioritising and implementing future development projects ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:26:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, Jatiya Sangsad, tourism, masterplan, National Tourism Policy, BPC, Sylhet, Khulna, Cox&#039;s Bazar-3, contituency</media:keywords>
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<title>July Martyrs&amp;apos; Day today</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/july-martyrs-day-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/july-martyrs-day-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The day is being observed in memory of Abu Sayed, the first martyr of the 2024 student-led quota reform movement, and all those who lost their lives during the July Uprising ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:18:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>July, Shaheed, Dibos, Bangladesh, Abu sayeed</media:keywords>
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<title>50 migrants feared dead after boat capsizes off Libya</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/50-migrants-feared-dead-after-boat-capsizes-off-libya</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/50-migrants-feared-dead-after-boat-capsizes-off-libya</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The vessel overturned near Bardaa Island, off the coastal city of Tobruk in Libya on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:57:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Libya, Tobruk, bardaa, NATO, Mediterranean, IOM</media:keywords>
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<title>Pre&#45;registration for Hajj 2027 begins for expatriate Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pre-registration-for-hajj-2027-begins-for-expatriate-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pre-registration-for-hajj-2027-begins-for-expatriate-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Expatriates can perform Hajj through either government or private arrangements and must complete pre-registration through the e-Hajj system at www.hajj.gov.bd ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:40:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>hajj, expatriates, Bangladeshi, citizens, Deputy Secretary, Mohammad Shafiuzzaman Bhuiyan, NRB, e-Hajj system, pilgrims</media:keywords>
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<title>Sajek valley to reopen after nine&#45;day closure</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sajek-valley-to-reopen-after-nine-day-closure</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sajek-valley-to-reopen-after-nine-day-closure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The decision was formalised through a public notice issued on Wednesday afternoon by District Magistrate Nazma Ashrafy ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:29:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sajek Valley, tourism, Baghaichhari, Rangamati, District Magistrate, Nazma Ashrafy, landslide</media:keywords>
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<title>UTSSOB, Chinese Tourism Research Institute sign MoU to boost sustainable tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/utssob-chinese-tourism-research-institute-sign-mou-to-boost-sustainable-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/utssob-chinese-tourism-research-institute-sign-mou-to-boost-sustainable-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the agreement, the two organisations will collaborate on tourism research, destination studies, market intelligence, policy advocacy, capacity building and the exchange of knowledge and expertise ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:22:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UTSSOB, CTRI, MoU, tourism, China</media:keywords>
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<title>Front panel unveils manifesto before ATAB polls</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/front-panel-unveils-manifesto-before-atab-polls</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/front-panel-unveils-manifesto-before-atab-polls</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ganotantrik Front panel&#039;s election manifesto outlines their vision for a modern, transparent and member-oriented trade body ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:35:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Association, Travel Agents, Bangladesh, ATAB, election, ATAB Ganotantrik Front, Global Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>PM wants ShareTrip to be global travel brand</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-wants-sharetrip-to-be-global-travel-brand</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-wants-sharetrip-to-be-global-travel-brand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The prime minister said a national startup policy is being prepared and that steps are underway to support companies seeking overseas expansion ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:22:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime minister, ShareTrip, global, travel, brand, national startup policy, ICT, University of Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Education expo at Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan tomorrow</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/education-expo-at-crowne-plaza-dhaka-gulshan-tomorrow</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/education-expo-at-crowne-plaza-dhaka-gulshan-tomorrow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The daylong New Zealand exposition will be held at the five-star hotel Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:21:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>New Zealand, Education Expo, Bangladeshi, students, NZUAC, admissions, student visa, programme selection, career planning, scholarship, opportunity, NZ$15000</media:keywords>
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<title>Talora in Bogura an ideal site for agro&#45;export zone</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/talora-in-bogura-an-ideal-site-for-agro-export-zone</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/talora-in-bogura-an-ideal-site-for-agro-export-zone</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thanks to its strategic geographical position and excellent multi-modal connectivity, the Talora project is expected to create new opportunities for the country&#039;s export trade ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:51:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Agricultural Produce Export Zone, Talora, RDA, Bogura, Bagda Farm, Sariakandi, Dhunat, infrastructure, Gobindaganj, Gaibandha, North Bengal, Mongla Port, Khulna</media:keywords>
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<title>Inter&#45;ministerial body for expats on the cards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/inter-ministerial-body-for-expats-on-the-cards</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/inter-ministerial-body-for-expats-on-the-cards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury made the announcement in parliament while responding to a call attention notice on a matter of public interest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:30:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Choudhury, public importance, Jatiya Sangsad, National Parliament, BMET, Wage Earners’ Welfare Board</media:keywords>
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<title>Sri Lanka’s Mattala Airport bags 19 proposals under investor search</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lankas-mattala-airport-bags-19-proposals-under-investor-search</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lankas-mattala-airport-bags-19-proposals-under-investor-search</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ These mega projects will be developed under 30-year build, operate and transfer agreements ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:35:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sri Lanka, airport, aviation, Mattala, AASL</media:keywords>
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<title>Is Trump really a betrayer?</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/is-trump-really-a-betrayer</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/is-trump-really-a-betrayer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the space of just a few weeks US President Donald Trump has gone from being so popular in Israel he boasted he could be its next prime minister to a man so hated he could qualify for Israel’s next Amalek ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:17:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Occupied Golan Heights, Palestine, Israel, US, Donald Trump, White House, US ambassador, Mediterranean, Gaza, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh envoy meets detained nationals at Maldives</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-envoy-meets-detained-nationals-at-maldives</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-envoy-meets-detained-nationals-at-maldives</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The delegation, led by Bangladesh High Commissioner Dr Md Nazmul Islam, met detained Bangladeshi nationals to assess their overall condition, discuss their concerns and review their immediate needs ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:44:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, High Commissioner, Dr Md Nazmul Islam, Bangladeshi, migrants, the Maldives, Maafushi Prison</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla offers to fly Hajj pilgrims at Tk 98,000 each</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-offers-to-fly-hajj-pilgrims-at-tk-98000-each</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-offers-to-fly-hajj-pilgrims-at-tk-98000-each</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The private carrier submitted a letter to the religious affairs secretary today (14 July) expressing its interest in operating Hajj flights in 2027 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:18:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, aircraft, Hajj, pilgrims, aviation, Saudi Arabia</media:keywords>
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<title>UAE frames plans for electric aircraft industry</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-frames-plans-for-electric-aircraft-industry</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-frames-plans-for-electric-aircraft-industry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A latest agreement positions Abu Dhabi as a testing and certification centre for electric aircraft ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:21:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE, Abu Dhabi, aircraft, eVTOL, GCAA</media:keywords>
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<title>Tension rises as Yemen govt attacks Sanaa airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tension-rises-as-yemen-govt-attacks-sanaa-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tension-rises-as-yemen-govt-attacks-sanaa-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Defence Ministry of Yemen warned civilians, workers, diplomatic missions and humanitarian organisations to evacuate the airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:23:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Yemen, Sanna, airport, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt working to make Hajj more affordable: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-working-to-make-hajj-more-affordable-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-working-to-make-hajj-more-affordable-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government has introduced a range of special measures to ensure safe travel, improved accommodation and round-the-clock healthcare services for Bangladeshi pilgrims performing Hajj in 2026 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:09:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Religious Affairs, Minister, Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain, Jatiya Sangsad, Makkah, Masjid al-Haram, Madinah, Hajj, Umrah</media:keywords>
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<title>27 dead, 25 critical in Bangkok bar fire</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/27-dead-25-critical-in-bangkok-bar-fire</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/27-dead-25-critical-in-bangkok-bar-fire</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Authorities have promised a thorough investigation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:02:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangkok, Thailand, pub, fire, accident</media:keywords>
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<title>US cultural preservation funding in Bangladesh tops $1m</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-cultural-preservation-funding-in-bangladesh-tops-1m</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-cultural-preservation-funding-in-bangladesh-tops-1m</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The latest $235,000 grant brings the fund&#039;s total investment in Bangladesh to more than $1 million ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:27:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Bangladesh, US Ambassador, Brent T Christensen, Cultural Affairs, Minister, Nitai Roy Chowdhury, Secretariat</media:keywords>
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<title>Germany continues visa&#45;free entry for 62 countries</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/germany-continues-visa-free-entry-for-62-countries</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/germany-continues-visa-free-entry-for-62-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Some visa-exempt nationals may also apply for residence permits after arrival in Germany ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:14:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Germany, EU, Visa, visa-free entry, visa-exempt, arrival, immigration, German Federal Foreign Office</media:keywords>
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<title>Front panel vows syndicate&#45;free ATAB</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/front-panel-vows-syndicate-free-atab</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/front-panel-vows-syndicate-free-atab</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ASM Ibrahim, former vice-president of ATAB and HAB and panel leader of the ATAB Ganotantrik Front in this election, wished success to all Front candidates and sought votes from members ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:31:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Association of Travel Agents of Bangladesh, ATAB, election, association, syndicate, HAB, panel, travel</media:keywords>
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<title>Rajshahi Airport to be upgraded to international standard</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-airport-to-be-upgraded-to-international-standard</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-airport-to-be-upgraded-to-international-standard</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu revealed the information at a scholarship distribution ceremony ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:15:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Land Minister, Mizanur Rahman Minu, district council, scholarship, Hazrat Shah Makhdum (R) Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>BGB rescues 4 stranded tourists in Bandarban</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bgb-rescues-4-stranded-tourists-in-bandarban</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bgb-rescues-4-stranded-tourists-in-bandarban</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The rescue operation was launched on July 11 following instructions from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and continued for nearly 48 hours ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:05:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BGB, Thuisapara, Thanchi, Bandarban, Angsaopara, BOP</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla plans to add 21 Boeing jets to fleet</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-plans-to-add-21-boeing-jets-to-fleet</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-plans-to-add-21-boeing-jets-to-fleet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline will acquire the aircraft from five of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies under an investment worth nearly Tk 14,000 crore ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:57:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, aviation, aircraft, Boeing, jet, fleet, leasing, Bangladesh Investment Development Authority</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi Arabia leads as top labour market</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-leads-as-top-labour-market</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-leads-as-top-labour-market</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There are 104 Technical Training Centres (TTCs), six Institutes of Marine Technology (IMTs), and one Directorate of Technical Teacher Training Institute (DTTTI) now in Bangladesh providing training in 55 trades across the country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:13:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TTC, IMT, DTTTI, bangladesh, Saudi arabia, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, State Minister, Md Nurul Haque</media:keywords>
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<title>UK to conduct aviation security audit in Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-to-conduct-aviation-security-audit-in-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-to-conduct-aviation-security-audit-in-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh has completed nearly 80 percent of its preparations for two major international aviation security audits by the UK&#039;s Department for Transport and the International Civil Aviation Organisation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:56:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, DfT, HSIA, Osmani International Airport, CAAB, ICAO, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>US visa applicants &amp;apos;must disclose social media info&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-visa-applicants-must-disclose-social-media-info</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-visa-applicants-must-disclose-social-media-info</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Omitting social media information, the US Embassy in Dhaka warned, could lead to visa denial as well as ineligibility for future US visas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:45:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>visa, US, social media, US Embassy, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy invites applications for Fulbright Scholar Programme</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-invites-applications-for-fulbright-scholar-programme</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-invites-applications-for-fulbright-scholar-programme</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The programme is designed for scholars holding a PhD or other terminal degree and provides opportunities for postdoctoral research as well as teaching and research placements lasting either one academic semester or a full academic year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:46:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, embassy, Dhaka, Fulbright Scholar Programme, United States, bangladeshi</media:keywords>
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<title>Monsoon travel safety tips</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/monsoon-travel-safety-tips</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/monsoon-travel-safety-tips</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is time to know comprehensive monsoon travel tips for Bangladeshi travellers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:59:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>monsoon, travel, traveller, tips, safety, tourist spot, Bangladesh, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Passenger sucked out of dislodged window on Ryanair flight</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passenger-sucked-out-of-dislodged-window-on-ryanair-flight</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passenger-sucked-out-of-dislodged-window-on-ryanair-flight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 61-year-old passenger, who was seated by the window, was held back by his wife, who gripped his feet to stop him from being pulled entirely out of the plane ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:14:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ryanair, flight, aircraft, boeing, Thessaloniki, Memmingen, Germany, Greece</media:keywords>
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<title>Bandarban floods worsen, road links cut off</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bandarban-floods-worsen-road-links-cut-off</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bandarban-floods-worsen-road-links-cut-off</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bandarban floods affect 100,000 people and cut road links, as rivers surge above danger levels after six days of driving rains ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:18:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bandarban, flood, road link, Lama, rain, Ruma, Thanchi, Sangu, Matamuhuri, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB gears up for global aviation security audits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-gears-up-for-global-aviation-security-audits</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-gears-up-for-global-aviation-security-audits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The audits, which will assess Bangladesh&#039;s compliance with international aviation security standards, are considered crucial to enhancing the country&#039;s standing in the global aviation sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:55:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, DfT, ICAO, HSIA, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Osmani International Airport, USAP-CMA, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanom, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>Know how pilots, cabin crew tested for drinks, drugs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/know-how-pilots-cabin-crew-tested-for-drinks-drugs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/know-how-pilots-cabin-crew-tested-for-drinks-drugs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ People operating modern aircraft are the industry&#039;s most critical safety component and ensuring that flight crews are fit for duty is, therefore, a fundamental pillar of aviation safety ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:39:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pilot, cabin crew, alcohol, drug, aviation, safety, flight, crews, Velcro, Band-Aid, Breathalyzer, Medical examinations, training, fatigue, management, operating procedures, alcohol, drug testing</media:keywords>
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<title>Fresh floods likely in 10 districts in 72 hours</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fresh-floods-likely-in-10-districts-in-72-hours</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fresh-floods-likely-in-10-districts-in-72-hours</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Over the next three days, total cumulative rainfall could reach 300-450 mm in northeastern districts and 250-350 mm in northern frontier areas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:45:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Flood, district, Bangladesh, river, danger level, Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre, FFWC</media:keywords>
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<title>Police urge people to avoid needless trips amid floods</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/police-urge-people-to-avoid-needless-trips-amid-floods</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/police-urge-people-to-avoid-needless-trips-amid-floods</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Heavy rains have caused widespread waterlogging in Banani, Khilkhet and other low-lying areas of the city ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:00:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gulshan, Police, Dhaka, Khilkhet, Banani, traffic, Bangladesh, heavy rain, waterlogging</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla to resume Kathmandu flights in Sept</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-to-resume-kathmandu-flights-in-sept</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-to-resume-kathmandu-flights-in-sept</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Dhaka-Kathmandu route was halted in March 2018, hot on the heels of an accident at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:39:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, aviation, aircraft, flight, Kathmandu, Nepal, Bangladesh, Tribhuvan International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>US reminds Bangladesh of ongoing immigrant visa halt</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-reminds-bangladesh-of-ongoing-immigrant-visa-halt</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-reminds-bangladesh-of-ongoing-immigrant-visa-halt</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US State Department halted immigrant visa issuance for nationals of Bangladesh and 74 other countries on January 21. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:37:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Bangladesh, visa, immigrant visa, state department</media:keywords>
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<title>15 Indian tourists die as speedboat capsizes off southern Vietnam</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/15-indian-tourists-die-as-speedboat-capsizes-off-southern-vietnam</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/15-indian-tourists-die-as-speedboat-capsizes-off-southern-vietnam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members when it overturned Saturday afternoon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:27:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourist, Indian, Vietnam, visitors, e-visa</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourist spots in Bandarban to stay shut until July 15</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourist-spots-in-bandarban-to-stay-shut-until-july-15</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourist-spots-in-bandarban-to-stay-shut-until-july-15</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bandarban district administration extends tourist travel ban and closes all diversion spots amid heavy rainfall and the risk of potential natural disasters ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:00:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bandarban, district administration, tourism, Bangladesh, rainfall, flood, landslide, travel ban</media:keywords>
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<title>Over 43m join Khamenei&amp;apos;s funeral rites</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-43m-join-khameneis-funeral-rites</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-43m-join-khameneis-funeral-rites</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The six-day grand farewell and burial rites for the revered Leader were held across five cities -- Tehran, Qom, Najaf, Karbala, and Mashhad -- drawing massive, passionate crowds that defied all previous records ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:49:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Iraq, Tehran, Qom, Najaf, Karbala, Mashhad, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Imam Reza, Canadian, Nigeria, Turkey</media:keywords>
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<title>Batik Air, IJN take Malaysia’s medical tourism to new heights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/batik-air-ijn-take-malaysias-medical-tourism-to-new-heights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/batik-air-ijn-take-malaysias-medical-tourism-to-new-heights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Batik Air, IJN, and Tourism Malaysia have banded together to offer discounted heart screening and airfare deals, aiming to boost medical tourism and preventive cardiac care in Malaysia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:44:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Batik, airlines, IJN, Malaysia, medical tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Seven districts go under floodwaters</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-districts-go-under-floodwaters</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-districts-go-under-floodwaters</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The monsoon has continued to cause widespread disruption since Friday, with flash floods and waterlogging ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:35:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Flood, floodwaters, Bangladesh, Sylhet, Sunamganj, Moulvibazar, Habiganj, Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban, rivers</media:keywords>
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<title>Riyadh Air opens Dhaka bookings</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-opens-dhaka-bookings-1251</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-opens-dhaka-bookings-1251</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline said on July 9 that the new route will be operated by its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, providing daily direct services between Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:28:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabia, Riyadh Air, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Boeing, Dreamliners, Middle East, Europe</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla suspends Jashore flights from July 16</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-suspends-jashore-flights-from-july-16</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-suspends-jashore-flights-from-july-16</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to airport officials, the route has experienced a sharp decline in traffic since the opening of the Padma Bridge, which significantly reduced travel time between Dhaka and the country&#039;s south-western region by road ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:16:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US-Bangla, Airlines, Aviation, Dhaka, Jashore, Padma Bridge, Benapole Land Port, Nawapara River Port, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>20+ countries to join Bangladesh Travel Mart in Sept</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/20-countries-to-join-bangladesh-travel-mart-in-sept</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/20-countries-to-join-bangladesh-travel-mart-in-sept</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The three-day international travel marketplace is being hosted by Bangladesh Outbound Tour Operators Association at InterContinental Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:11:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, mart, travel, travel mart, tourism, Bangladesh Outbound Tour Operators Association, BOTOA, Dhaka, Asia</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka hosts Bangladesh Houseboat Fair</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-hosts-bangladesh-houseboat-fair</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-hosts-bangladesh-houseboat-fair</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fair, organised by the Houseboat Owners Association of Bangladesh, is being held at the Shailaprapat Hall of the Bangladesh Tourism Corporation at Agargaon in the capital and will continue until Saturday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:01:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Houseboat, Fair, haor, ecosystem, biodiversity, Shailaprapat Hall, Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation, BPC</media:keywords>
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<title>Sheraton Dhaka hosts seafood fest &amp;apos;Coastal Carnival&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sheraton-dhaka-hosts-seafood-fest-coastal-carnival</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sheraton-dhaka-hosts-seafood-fest-coastal-carnival</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Seafood experts Chef Rimoun Obaid, Chef Hiromi Yonekawa, and Chef Sait Dursun, together with Sheraton Dhaka&#039;s local culinary talents Chef Mahbubur Rashid Akhand and Chef Dulak Paul are presenting an exceptional culinary journey inspired by rich coastal flavours globally ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:50:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sheraton Dhaka, seafood, festival, Coastal Carnival, Mutual Trust Bank, The Garden Kitchen, Gabriel María Sistiaga Ochoa de Chinchetru, Ambassador, Embassy, Spain, Bangladesh, Haris bin Haji Othman, High Commissioner, Brunei Darussalam, Md Shakawath Hossain, Unique Hotel &amp; Resorts</media:keywords>
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<title>Pakistan Navy finds wreckage of missing cargo plane off Gwadar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pakistan-navy-finds-wreckage-of-missing-cargo-plane-off-gwadar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pakistan-navy-finds-wreckage-of-missing-cargo-plane-off-gwadar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The wreckage was found about 53 nautical miles south of Ormara, a coastal town in Gwadar district of the country&#039;s south-western Balochistan province ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:03:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>wreckage, missing, cargo plane, Gwadar, Balochistan, Pakistan, navy, Boeing</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran prepares to bury Khamenei as US steps up strikes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-prepares-to-bury-khamenei-as-us-steps-up-strikes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-prepares-to-bury-khamenei-as-us-steps-up-strikes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The late supreme leader&#039;s burial follows a multi-day funeral ceremony that entered their final day, but the US launched fresh strikes on Iran in retaliation for attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:28:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, US strikes, Strait of Hormuz, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Mashhad, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>US envoy attends Uber launching in Sylhet</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-envoy-attends-uber-launching-in-sylhet</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-envoy-attends-uber-launching-in-sylhet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Uber now has more than 350,000 driver-partners, has facilitated over 174 million trips and serves more than 7.7 million riders nationwide ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:18:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US envoy, Uber, Sylhet, launch, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Heavy rain triggers landslides in hill districts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heavy-rain-triggers-landslides-in-hill-districts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heavy-rain-triggers-landslides-in-hill-districts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In Rangamati, 60 landslides have occurred over five days of relentless rain and to reduce the risk of further casualties, the authorities concerned have opened 34 shelters, which are currently housing 4,166 residents ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:52:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chattogram, Rangamati, Bandarban, Khagrachhari, Chakaria, Lama, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Chandanaish, Chengi River, Dohazari</media:keywords>
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<title>Airbus partnership to deepen Bangladesh&#45;EU aviation ties: Envoy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-partnership-to-deepen-bangladesh-eu-aviation-ties-envoy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-partnership-to-deepen-bangladesh-eu-aviation-ties-envoy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The French ambassador in Dhaka made the observation while paying a courtesy call on Biman Bangladesh Airlines Chairman Rumee A Hossain on Wednesday, where both sides discussed expanding cooperation in civil aviation amid ongoing efforts to modernise the sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:32:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>French, Ambassador, Jean-Marc Séré-Charlet, courtesy call, Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Chairman, Rumee A Hossain, civil aviation, Airbus, Europe, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt asks Malaysia aspirants to avoid advance payments</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-asks-malaysia-aspirants-to-avoid-advance-payments</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-asks-malaysia-aspirants-to-avoid-advance-payments</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The expatriates&#039; welfare ministry urged all concerned not to communicate with or make any financial transactions with any individual or organisation regarding employment in Malaysia until it officially announces the reopening of the worker recruitment process ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:22:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, government, Malaysia, recruitment, agency, financial transactions</media:keywords>
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<title>Airlines asked to avoid Iran, Iraq, Lebanon airspace</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-asked-to-avoid-iran-iraq-lebanon-airspace</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-asked-to-avoid-iran-iraq-lebanon-airspace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The EU agency’s latest advisory comes after Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they targeted US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:44:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>EU, EASA, airlines, USA, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, airspace</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Tajikistan to finalise tourism, trade pacts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-tajikistan-to-finalise-tourism-trade-pacts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-tajikistan-to-finalise-tourism-trade-pacts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the talks, Bangladesh and Tajikistan agreed to conclude bilateral instruments at the earliest on trade and economic cooperation, tourism promotion, cultural cooperation and visa waivers for diplomatic and official passport holders ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:27:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Tajikistan, bilateral instruments, economic, cooperation, tourism promotion, cultural cooperation, visa waivers, diplomatic, official, passport</media:keywords>
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<title>Norwegian Embassy celebrates historic World Cup victory over Brazil</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/norwegian-embassy-celebrates-historic-world-cup-victory-over-brazil</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/norwegian-embassy-celebrates-historic-world-cup-victory-over-brazil</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in the country&#039;s history with the memorable victory, prompting celebrations among Norwegians at home and abroad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:45:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Norway, embassy, World Cup, Daffodil International University, FIFA, World Cup 2026, quarter-finals</media:keywords>
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<title>Firsttrip inks lounge access deal with Balaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/firsttrip-inks-lounge-access-deal-with-balaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/firsttrip-inks-lounge-access-deal-with-balaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This partnership will help customers to enjoy a more comfortable and seamless travel experience ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:22:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>avaition, agreement, airports, lounge, Balaka, Firsttrip</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB launches free shuttle service at Dhaka airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-launches-free-shuttle-service-at-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-launches-free-shuttle-service-at-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The service is aimed at improving passenger connectivity with nearby transport hubs and enhance the overall travel experience ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:03:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, HSIA, Airport, Bus Stand, Jasimuddin Intersection, Railway Station, Kawla</media:keywords>
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<title>US &amp;apos;ignored&amp;apos; intel warnings before Iran school strike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-ignored-intel-warnings-before-iran-school-strike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-ignored-intel-warnings-before-iran-school-strike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Quoting three people familiar with the matter, the report said alerts highlighting the need to re-verify targeting information were built into the Pentagon&#039;s target development platform but were set aside by commanders seeking to move quickly as the conflict began ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:53:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Cargo plane vanishes from radar off Karachi</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cargo-plane-vanishes-from-radar-off-karachi</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cargo-plane-vanishes-from-radar-off-karachi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aircraft lost contact about 300 kilometres west of Karachi while approaching Pakistani airspace ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:33:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PAA, ACC, Boeing, Karachi, Pakistan, FlightRadar, Sharjah</media:keywords>
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<title>UAE certifies world’s first commercial vertiport for air taxis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-certifies-worlds-first-commercial-vertiport-for-air-taxis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-certifies-worlds-first-commercial-vertiport-for-air-taxis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Commercial vertiport will serve as the hub of Dubai’s planned air taxi network ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE, world, vertiport, air taxi, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Millions join Khamenei&amp;apos;s funeral in Najaf, Karbala</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/millions-join-khameneis-funeral-in-najaf-karbala</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/millions-join-khameneis-funeral-in-najaf-karbala</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The funeral procession moved from the shrine through Kufa Bridge and the Thawrat al-Ashreen intersection toward al-Sadreen Square before the body continued to Karbala ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:51:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Iraq, Nakaf, Qom, Karbala, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, funeral, supreme leader, Basra, Muthanna, Maysan</media:keywords>
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<title>Ctg tourist spots on alert amid landslide risks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ctg-tourist-spots-on-alert-amid-landslide-risks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ctg-tourist-spots-on-alert-amid-landslide-risks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The precautionary measure follows a weather warning issued by the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, which forecast persistent rainfall across the Chattogram division due to a monsoon low-pressure over the North Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:28:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ctg, traveller, tourist, tourist spots, on alert, BMD, hill destinations</media:keywords>
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<title>Rough weather diverts three flights, disrupts operations at Chattogram Airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rough-weather-diverts-three-flights-disrupts-operations-at-chattogram-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rough-weather-diverts-three-flights-disrupts-operations-at-chattogram-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Heavy rain and 80-90 km/h wind gusts at Chattogram&#039;s Shah Amanat International Airport forced the diversion of two international flights and one domestic flight to Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:10:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>weather, flight, Chattogram, airport, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt targets 1cr overseas jobs in 5yrs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-targets-1cr-overseas-jobs-in-5yrs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-targets-1cr-overseas-jobs-in-5yrs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The target will be achieved, the state minister said, through labour market diversification, large-scale skills development, lower migration costs, digitalisation of migration services and expanded welfare programmes for expatriate workers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:03:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, DUCSU VP, Md Nurul Haque, migration costs, skills development, market diversification, migrant workers</media:keywords>
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<title>Malaysia reopens labour market for Bangladesh: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-reopens-labour-market-for-bangladesh-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-reopens-labour-market-for-bangladesh-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh had been maintaining seamless talks with multiple countries to explore new overseas markets for its skilled manpower and expand existing labour markets since the present government assumed office ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:36:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Choudhury, US Ambassador, Brent T Christensen, United States</media:keywords>
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<title>Domestic jet fuel at Tk 130.99 now</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/domestic-jet-fuel-at-tk-13099-now</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/domestic-jet-fuel-at-tk-13099-now</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new rates will be effective from Tuesday midnight, said the regulatory authority ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:17:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>POCL, BERC, BPC, LC, BPC, BERC secretary, US, dollar</media:keywords>
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<title>IOM, law minister discuss cooperation in migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iom-law-minister-discuss-cooperation-in-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iom-law-minister-discuss-cooperation-in-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting focused on advancing cooperation to prevent human trafficking, strengthen survivor-centred and rights-based justice, and promote safe, orderly and regular migration ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:59:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IOM, Bangladesh, Chief of Mission, International Organization for Migration, Dr Laura Tomm Bonde, Law, Justice, Parliamentary Affairs, Minister, Md Asaduzzaman</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourist spots in Bandarban shut for driving rain</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourist-spots-in-bandarban-shut-for-driving-rain</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourist-spots-in-bandarban-shut-for-driving-rain</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Closures of tourist attractions and high-risk zones will remain effective until July 10 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:30:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bandarban, tourist, spot, heavy rain</media:keywords>
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<title>Baggage mishandling costs aviation industry $6.3n a year</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baggage-mishandling-costs-aviation-industry-63n-a-year</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/baggage-mishandling-costs-aviation-industry-63n-a-year</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The SITA 2026 Baggage IT Insights report shows mishandling has fallen below pre-pandemic levels for the first time, even as passenger volumes hit record highs ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:49:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Baggage, aviation, handling, mishandling, industry, AI, SITA 2026 Baggage IT Insights</media:keywords>
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<title>Shama seeks IOM&amp;apos;s support for skills&#45;based migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shama-seeks-ioms-support-for-skills-based-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shama-seeks-ioms-support-for-skills-based-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The state minister reaffirmed the government&#039;s priority to transform Bangladesh&#039;s migration sector into a skills-based, rights-based and well-governed system ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:45:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Islam, IOM, migration, Chief of Mission, Dr Laura Nicole Tomm-Bonde, GCM</media:keywords>
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<title>Best&#45;kept secrets of Lakshmipur beckon travellers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/best-kept-secrets-of-lakshmipur-beckon-travellers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/best-kept-secrets-of-lakshmipur-beckon-travellers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Lakshmipur is an unfocused Bangladeshi district that offers a mix of historical zamindar houses, colonial-era indigo sites, scenic riverine landscapes and rich folk culture ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:33:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Lakshmipur, Bangladesh, travellers, landscape, heritage</media:keywords>
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<title>Millions join Khamenei&amp;apos;s last rites</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/millions-join-khameneis-last-rites</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/millions-join-khameneis-last-rites</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Even after the prayer hall was filled, mourners continued to arrive, with the surrounding streets and avenues transformed into a vast gathering of people paying their final respects and offering prayers for Ayatollah Khamenei ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:57:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Khamenei, funeral, Iran, IRGC, Parliament, Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iraq, Karbala, mashdad, Grand Mosalla, OIC, China, Russia, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Lebanon, Cuba, Namibia</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt moves to cut UK airfares</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-moves-to-cut-uk-airfares</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-moves-to-cut-uk-airfares</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanom on Sunday said the government is working to reduce airfares for Bangladeshi expatriates, particularly on UK routes, alongside ensuring the uninterrupted operation of the resumed Dhaka-Sylhet-Manchester service ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:32:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Sylhet, Manchester, flight, civil aviation, minister, tourism, Afroza Khanom, expatriates, Heathrow</media:keywords>
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<title>Find time to visit the tourist haven of Feni</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/find-time-to-visit-the-tourist-haven-of-feni</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/find-time-to-visit-the-tourist-haven-of-feni</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is time to know about this coastal district of Bangladesh, which is rich in history, heritage and natural beauty ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:16:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Feni, Bangladesh, travel, tourism, tourist spot</media:keywords>
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<title>Shah Amanat Airport set for expansion</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shah-amanat-airport-set-for-expansion</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shah-amanat-airport-set-for-expansion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The national budget has been designed with a focus on maximising Chattogram&#039;s strategic and geographical potential ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:34:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, Saturday, Chattogram, Karnaphuli River, Chinese Economic Zone, CDA Chairman, Engineer Belayet Hossain</media:keywords>
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<title>61 Malaysia&#45;bound passengers go missing!</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/61-malaysia-bound-passengers-go-missing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/61-malaysia-bound-passengers-go-missing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of 263 passengers were scheduled to travel on the flight from the Dhaka airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:28:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Malaysia, visas, passports, Malaysia, Boeing, Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, e-visas, Boeing</media:keywords>
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<title>JICA chief reaffirms support for HSIA expansion</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jica-chief-reaffirms-support-for-hsia-expansion</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jica-chief-reaffirms-support-for-hsia-expansion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dr Tanaka reviewed the progress of construction and received updates on the implementation of the airport expansion project during a visit to Dhaka airport on July 1 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:49:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>JICA, Bangladesh, Dhaka, HSIA, President, Dr Tanaka Akihiko, Japan, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Global tributes pour in for late Iran leader Khamenei</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-tributes-pour-in-for-late-iran-leader-khamenei</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-tributes-pour-in-for-late-iran-leader-khamenei</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Millions of mourners poured into Tehran from every corner of the country, while aircraft carrying presidents, parliamentary speakers, ministers, religious scholars and delegations continued to land at Mehrabad Airport all day from capitals and distant continents ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:39:38 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, funeral, tehran, Asia, Middle East, Europe, Africa, Latin America, Indonesia, Afghanistan, Qatar, Morocco, Turkey, Russia, Turkmenistan, Spain, Ecuador, Bolivia</media:keywords>
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<title>Inconsolable grief</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/inconsolable-grief</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/inconsolable-grief</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From the crowded boulevards of Tehran to the Holy Shrines of Mashhad and Qom, from the bazaars of Tabriz to the historic avenues of Isfahan and the gardens of Shiraz, an entire nation is preparing to bid farewell to the man whom millions regarded not merely as a political leader, but as the spiritual compass of a generation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:42:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, iran, supreme leader, Tehran, Mashhad, Qom, Isfahan, Shiraz, persian, Saadi</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;apos;Every July brings back unbearable pain&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/every-july-brings-back-unbearable-pain</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/every-july-brings-back-unbearable-pain</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A commemorative gathering turned into an emotional testimony of pain, sacrifice and hope when the family members of July martyrs and injured fighters stood before the premier at July National Conference on Saturday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:18:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, July National Conference, Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre, agargaon, fascist Sheikh Hasina, martyrs, injured, amputee, Amra July Joddha</media:keywords>
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<title>PM vows recognition for July martyrs, rehab of those injured</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-vows-recognition-for-july-martyrs-rehab-of-those-injured</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-vows-recognition-for-july-martyrs-rehab-of-those-injured</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tarique Rahman said the government remains committed to preserving the legacy of the July martyrs and honouring the sacrifices of those who were injured during the movement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:10:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Jatiya Sangsad Chief Whip Nurul Islam Moni, Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed, Liberation War, Minister, Ahmed Azam Khan, Housing and Public Works, Zakaria Taher, State Minister, Liberation War, Engineer Ishraque Hossain, July martyrs, July injured</media:keywords>
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<title>Speaker Hafiz pays tribute at Khamenei&amp;apos;s funeral</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/speaker-hafiz-pays-tribute-at-khameneis-funeral</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/speaker-hafiz-pays-tribute-at-khameneis-funeral</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the solemn ceremony held at Tehran&#039;s Grand Mosalla, the Parliament Speaker offered prayers for the departed leader and conveyed condolences and solidarity to the people of Iran on behalf of the government and the people of Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:49:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, iran, tehran, Grand Mosalla, state funeral, Jatiya Sangsad, Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, United States, MoU</media:keywords>
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<title>Palestine seeks visa&#45;on&#45;arrival for students</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/palestine-seeks-visa-on-arrival-for-students</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/palestine-seeks-visa-on-arrival-for-students</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Palestinian Ambassador to Bangladesh Yousef SY Ramadan sought the support during a courtesy meeting with Home Minister Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed who, in response, told the Palestinian side to submit a formal proposal through diplomatic channels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:33:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Palestinian, Ambassador, Bangladesh, Yousef SY Ramadan, Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed, visa-on-arrival, Dhaka, foreign ministry, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>New visa policy in the offing to boost tourism, investment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-visa-policy-in-the-offing-to-boost-tourism-investment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-visa-policy-in-the-offing-to-boost-tourism-investment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A draft of the proposed Visa Policy 2026 was presented at the last Cabinet meeting ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:13:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>visa, policy, cabinet, entry, exit, foreigner, investment, growth, tourism, hospitality industry, Cabinet Secretary, Nasimul Ghani</media:keywords>
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<title>698 workers cleared for EU migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/698-workers-cleared-for-eu-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/698-workers-cleared-for-eu-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The workers have been certified fit for deployment to Europe, mainly Italy, after the completion of technical training under an EU-funded talent partnership project undertaken two years ago ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:56:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>EU, migration, migrant workers, project, ILO, National Skills Development Authority, Ministry, expatriates, Overseas Employment, Technical, Madrasah, Education, Division, BMET</media:keywords>
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<title>4 teams reach AFC semifinals</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/4-teams-reach-afc-semifinals</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/4-teams-reach-afc-semifinals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Air India have qualified for the semifinals of Bangladesh’s first-ever &#039;Airlines Football Championship 2026&#039; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:29:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Futsal, tournament, ATJFB, Gulshan Youth Club, ATJFB, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanom, State Minister, Youth, Sports, Md Aminul Haque, ambassador, Brazil, Argentina, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza to present maiden AFC Cup Championship trophy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-to-present-maiden-afc-cup-championship-trophy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-to-present-maiden-afc-cup-championship-trophy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Aviation and Tourism Journalists’ Forum of Bangladesh organises the closing ceremony of the two-day futsal tournament ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:31:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil, Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanom, ATJFB, Gulshan Youth Club, US-Bangla Airlines, AFC, US-Bangla, Aviation, Tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>US envoy sips malai tea in Ctg</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-ambassador-sips-chattograms-malai-tea-during-visit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-ambassador-sips-chattograms-malai-tea-during-visit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The port city of Chattogram is famous for its rich culinary heritage and cultural connections ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:43:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, embassy, ambassador, Chattogram, tea, visit, Christensen</media:keywords>
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<title>Visit the secret paradise of Noakhali</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-the-secret-paradise-of-noakhali</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-the-secret-paradise-of-noakhali</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Noakhali is emerging as Bangladesh&#039;s diverse hidden gem, offering visitors a remarkable blend of natural wonders like Nijhum Dwip, architectural splendour like Miah Bari Jame Masjid, and profound historical landmarks including the Gandhi Ashram and Birshrestho Ruhul Amin Museum ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:52:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Noakhali, Nijhum Dwip, Bangladesh, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Minister stresses need for cargo village outside HSIA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-stresses-need-for-cargo-village-outside-hsia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-stresses-need-for-cargo-village-outside-hsia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking at a meeting at the Ministry of Commerce on the airport&#039;s cargo handling crisis and possible solutions, the minister said, an airport should serve as a transit point for goods rather than a storage facility ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:37:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Commerce, Minister, Abdul Muktadir, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Afroza Khanam, cargo village, HSIA</media:keywords>
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<title>Japan tightens business visa rules</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-tightens-business-visa-rules</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-tightens-business-visa-rules</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the revised policy, applicants for a Business Manager visa must now demonstrate a minimum capital investment of ¥30 million (around $185,000), a sixfold increase from the previous requirement of ¥5 million ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:20:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>capital, investment, sixfold, Japan, Nepal, visa, labour market, Okubo</media:keywords>
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<title>Airlines Football Championship trophy unveiled</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-football-championship-trophy-unveiled</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airlines-football-championship-trophy-unveiled</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The International Airlines Football Championship 2026 is scheduled to kick off on July 3 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:25:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>trophy, Airlines, Football, Championship, Aviation, Tourism, Journalists, Forum, Bangladesh, ATJFB, footballer, Topu Barman, Zahid Hasan Ameli, fixture draw</media:keywords>
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<title>Coca&#45;Cola Maldives to retain dollar wages for Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coca-cola-maldives-to-retain-dollar-wages-for-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coca-cola-maldives-to-retain-dollar-wages-for-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Milind Derasari, chief executive officer of Coca-Cola Maldives, called on Bangladesh High Commissioner Dr Md Nazmul Islam at the High Commission&#039;s chancery building ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:12:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Milind Derasari, CEO, Coca-Cola, Maldives, Bangladesh, High Commissioner, Dr Md Nazmul Islam, High Commission, US dollars, BOESL, expatriate</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi Arabia urges timely renewal of work permits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-urges-timely-renewal-of-work-permits</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-urges-timely-renewal-of-work-permits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The measure aims to ensure compliance with labour laws and protect the rights of both employers and workers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:47:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabia, ministry, human resources, social development, work permit, renewal, expatriate, workers</media:keywords>
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<title>Heatwave forces early closures of Paris landmarks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heatwave-forces-early-closures-of-paris-landmarks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heatwave-forces-early-closures-of-paris-landmarks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A deadly heatwave has gripped France since last week, disrupting daily life and forcing school closures and train cancellations, with some of the world&#039;s most visited tourist sites becoming the latest to take precautionary measures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:17:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Paris, France, heatwave, Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Seine River, French, Leonardo da Vinci, Mona Lisa</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates&amp;apos; new economy seat with winged headrest goes viral</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-new-economy-seat-with-winged-headrest-goes-viral</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-new-economy-seat-with-winged-headrest-goes-viral</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aircraft’s viral economy seat features an adjustable winged headrest that wraps around passengers for enhanced comfort, privacy and neck support ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, aircraft, airlines, headrest, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>ICAB gets new president, veeps for 2026–27</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icab-gets-new-president-veeps-for-202627</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icab-gets-new-president-veeps-for-202627</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The newly elected office bearers assume their responsibilities tomorrow (July 1) ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:47:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh, ICAB, President, Vice-President, CA, FCA</media:keywords>
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<title>JetBlue flight hits drone while approaching JFK airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jetblue-flight-hits-drone-while-approaching-jfk-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jetblue-flight-hits-drone-while-approaching-jfk-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US Federal Aviation Administration is investigating two possible drone encounters near JFK Airport in one day ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:12:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>JetBlue, flight, drone, JFK, airport, airlines, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Venezuela earthquakes damage 58,000 buildings</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/venezuela-earthquakes-damage-58000-buildings</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/venezuela-earthquakes-damage-58000-buildings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 1,700 people were killed and thousands still remain missing following the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes, the strongest to hit the South American nation in more than a century ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:31:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Venezuela, earthquakes, Satellite, La Guairá, European, Space Agency, Sentinel-1, radar, NASA, National Assembly, President, Jorge Rodriguez</media:keywords>
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<title>US, Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-iran-negotiators-head-to-doha-but-meeting-uncertain</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-iran-negotiators-head-to-doha-but-meeting-uncertain</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian and US negotiating teams were due in Doha this week, but Iran said on Monday no meeting had been scheduled as weekend missile fire from both sides tested the interim ceasefire to end the four-month-old war ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:59:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kuwait and Bahrain, US, Iran, Lebanon, doha, Qatar, Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Foreign Ministry, spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, Strait of Hormuz, Donald Trump, US, president</media:keywords>
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<title>Riyadh Air opens Dhaka bookings</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-opens-dhaka-bookings</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-opens-dhaka-bookings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The expansion comes weeks after Riyadh Air officially launched its inaugural commercial flight on June 10, operating the airline&#039;s new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh to  Heathrow Airport in London ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:50:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>riyadh air, saudi arabia, dhaka, Kuala Lumpur, Malaga, Boeing, Dreamliner, PIF</media:keywords>
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<title>Bodies of five expats reach Sylhet from Qatar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bodies-of-five-expats-reach-sylhet-from-qatar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bodies-of-five-expats-reach-sylhet-from-qatar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Wage Earners&#039; Welfare Board provided financial support to bring the bodies of the five Bangladeshi expatriates killed in a road accident in Qatar&#039;s Shahaniya area ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:49:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Expatriates, Bangladeshi, migrant, workers, Sylhet, Biman, overseas, employment</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran to respond more forcefully to MoU violations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-to-respond-more-forcefully-to-mou-violations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-to-respond-more-forcefully-to-mou-violations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran has enforced restrictions on passage through the Hormuz Strait since the US and Israel attacked it on February 28, less than a year after their earlier illegal aggression against the country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:27:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, Israel, Oman, MoU, IRGC, Judiciary, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, Fifth Fleet, Bahrain, Ali Al Salem base, Kuwait</media:keywords>
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<title>Aviation.com.bd holds tour guide workshop</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviationcombd-holds-tour-guide-workshop</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviationcombd-holds-tour-guide-workshop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The day-long workshop at Bishwa Sahitya Kendra at Banglamotor in Dhaka, brought together experienced tour guides, tourism professionals, travel entrepreneurs, students and young enthusiasts interested in the tourism industry ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:44:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>workshop, Bishwa Sahitya Kendra, Banglamotor, Dhaka, tour guides, tourism, travel, entrepreneurs, students, tourism, industry</media:keywords>
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<title>Switzerland backs Bangladesh developing skilled workforce</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/switzerland-backs-bangladesh-developing-skilled-workforce</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/switzerland-backs-bangladesh-developing-skilled-workforce</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the meeting, the minister highlighted the long-standing friendly relations between Bangladesh and Switzerland and thanked the Swiss government for its continued support in promoting skills development and strengthening safe migration management ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:32:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Swiss, Ambassador, Bangladesh, Reto Renggli, Expatriates, Welfare, OEP, Overseas, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, Bangladeshi, migrant, workers, ILO</media:keywords>
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<title>Rome police hunt killer of 3 Bangladeshi expats</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rome-police-hunt-killer-of-3-bangladeshi-expats</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rome-police-hunt-killer-of-3-bangladeshi-expats</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Three members of a family of Bangladeshi origin were stabbed to death late on Friday night in their home in the Casalotti district on the western outskirts of Rome ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:04:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>rome, italy, bangladesh, murder, suspect, police, Gemelli hospital</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Cultural icon Mustafa Monwar passes away</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cultural-icon-mustafa-monwar-passes-away</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cultural-icon-mustafa-monwar-passes-away</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This pioneering artist and cultural icon succeeds in shaping generations through puppetry, television and children&#039;s programmes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:32:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>New TOAB committee takes office</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-toab-committee-takes-office</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-toab-committee-takes-office</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The formal handover ceremony was held at the TOAB office in the capital, where immediate past President Md Rafeuzzaman, on behalf of the outgoing Executive Committee, handed over responsibilities to newly elected President Mohammad Hanif and other office-bearers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:36:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOAB, President, Mohammad Hanif, Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation, Agargaon, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>US urges migrants to seek permanent status</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-urges-migrants-to-seek-permanent-status</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-urges-migrants-to-seek-permanent-status</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin made the remark following last week&#039;s split Supreme Court decision ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:10:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TPS, US, Homeland Security, Secretary, Markwayne Mullin, President, Donald Trump, Haitian, Syrian, immigrants, CNN, Ohio, Supreme Court</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Bangladesh to host 1st Int&amp;apos;l Airlines Football Championship</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-host-1st-intl-airlines-football-championship</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-host-1st-intl-airlines-football-championship</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The tournament, organised by the Aviation and Tourism Journalists&#039; Forum of Bangladesh (ATJFB), will be held at the Gulshan Youth Club Turf Ground in the capital ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:05:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, host, airlines, Football, Championship, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Novoair, Air Astra, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Air Arabia, IndiGo, Ethiopian Airlines, Air India, Thai Airways, AirAsia, Silk Way West Airlines, flydubai</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Oxfam launches diaspora platform</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oxfam-launches-diaspora-platform</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oxfam-launches-diaspora-platform</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The platform, styled &#039;Bridge to Bangladesh &#039; and available through the website bridgetobd.org and a mobile application, was officially launched at an event in Dhaka on June 28 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:41:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oxfam, Bangladesh, bridge, diaspora, knowledge sharing, mentorship, advocacy, innovation, investment, collaborative, development, initiatives</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Canada rejects 84% of Bangladeshis seeking World Cup visa</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/canada-rejects-84-of-bangladeshis-seeking-world-cup-visa</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/canada-rejects-84-of-bangladeshis-seeking-world-cup-visa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of 285 Bangladeshis applied for temporary visas to travel to Canada for the tournament, but only 45 applications were approved, while 240 were refused ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:58:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Canada, Bangladesh, Immigration, Refugees, Citizenship, IRCC, FIFA World Cup, TRV, eTA</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Etihad launches Dhaka Flights with high travel demand</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/etihad-launches-dhaka-flights-with-high-travel-demand</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/etihad-launches-dhaka-flights-with-high-travel-demand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The UAE based airways launched its new four-times-weekly Abu Dhabi-Dhaka service with a fully booked inaugural flight ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:40:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Etihad, Dhaka, Abu Dhabi, flight, aviation</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Qatar Airways to launch 21&#45;hour South America route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-to-launch-21-hour-south-america-route</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-to-launch-21-hour-south-america-route</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new destinations are El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá and Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:18:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BOG, CCS, DOH, El Dorado International Airport, Bogotá, Simón Bolívar International Airport, Caracas, Australia, China, Japan, Lebanon, South Korea, United Arab Emirates</media:keywords>
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<title>Boy rescued three days after Venezuela quakes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boy-rescued-three-days-after-venezuela-quakes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boy-rescued-three-days-after-venezuela-quakes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He was rescued from the rubble more than three days after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Saturday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:22:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Boy, rescue, Venezuela, earthquake</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Copter crashes in Beijing in past 20yrs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/copter-crashes-in-beijing-in-past-20yrs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/copter-crashes-in-beijing-in-past-20yrs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Here is a list of some crashes involving small aircraft or helicopters in Beijing over the past 20 years, based on aviation authority ⁠and Chinese state media reports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:32:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Beijing, aircraft, crash, helicopters</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>China Eastern to acquire 25 Airbus A330neo Jets for global expansion</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-eastern-to-acquire-25-airbus-a330neo-jets-for-global-expansion</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-eastern-to-acquire-25-airbus-a330neo-jets-for-global-expansion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline is replacing older planes and expanding capacity as overseas travel rebounds ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:23:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airlines, Airbus, jet, China</media:keywords>
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<title>Venezuela earthquakes: Death toll rises to 920, over 50,000 missing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/venezuela-earthquakes-death-toll-rises-to-920-over-50000-missing-1144</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/venezuela-earthquakes-death-toll-rises-to-920-over-50000-missing-1144</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With over over 3,000  already injured, rescuers are racing to reach survivors beneath the rubble before the &#039;golden&#039; window of time closes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:05:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Venezuela, earthquakes, death toll, interim, president, Delcy Rodríguez, United Nations, volunteers, La Guaira, Chinese</media:keywords>
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<title>Simon Bolivar Airport closed indefinitely after quakes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/simon-bolivar-airport-closed-indefinitely-after-quakes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/simon-bolivar-airport-closed-indefinitely-after-quakes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 900 people have been killed and 3,360 others injured in the Venezuela earthquakes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:45:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airport, airlines, aviation, Venezuela, earthquake, Caracas</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>How US&#45;Iran deal can reshape Mideast</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-us-iran-deal-can-reshape-mideast</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/how-us-iran-deal-can-reshape-mideast</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The agreement has created clear political and economic winners — and at least one conspicuous loser — as governments reassess their security, energy and diplomatic priorities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:03:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tehran, Washington, Arab states, Persian Gulf, China, Pakistan, Strait of Hormuz, Beijing, GCC, Abraham Accords, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE</media:keywords>
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<title>Air Astra increases flights on Dhaka&#45;Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-increases-flights-on-dhaka-coxs-bazar-route</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-increases-flights-on-dhaka-coxs-bazar-route</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The revised flight schedule has been introduced to better serve both tourists and business travellers between the two destinations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:59:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Cox&#039;s Bazar, flights, air Astra, schedule</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Over 68K Bangladeshi Hajjis return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-68k-bangladeshi-hajjis-return-home</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-68k-bangladeshi-hajjis-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of 188 return flights have been operated by three designated carriers -- 102 by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, 63 by Saudia Airlines and 23 by Flynas Airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:44:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Hajj, flight, pilgrims, Saudi Arabia</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Assessing US&#45;Iran MoU and prospects for negotiations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/assessing-us-iran-mou-and-prospects-for-negotiations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/assessing-us-iran-mou-and-prospects-for-negotiations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the negotiations in February, right before the military campaign began, Iran had reportedly agreed to dispose of the HEU in exchange for sanctions relief ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:52:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Iran, Mou, Frank Lowenstein, BBC, CNN, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Strait of Hormuz, naval blockade</media:keywords>
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<title>India resumes tourist visa for Bangladeshis after 2yrs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-resumes-tourist-visa-for-bangladeshis-after-2yrs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-resumes-tourist-visa-for-bangladeshis-after-2yrs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Application for tourist visa can be submitted from 28 June 2026 and facilitating medical visa in urgent cases will continue on humanitarian grounds ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:11:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IVAC, India, tourist, visa, Bangladeshi, Indian high commissioner, Dinesh Trivedi, medical visa, tourism, Jamuna Future Park</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Quake leads closure of Venezuela&amp;apos;s main airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/quake-leads-closure-of-venezuelas-main-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/quake-leads-closure-of-venezuelas-main-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Significant structural damage and operational disruptions have been reported at Simon Bolívar International Airport at Maiquetia in Caracas, forcing the authorities to shut down the airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:31:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Venezuela, lawmaker, earthquake, Simon Bolívar International Airport, Maiquetia, Caracas, USGS, Civil defence, social media</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>PM Tarique seeks Chinese investment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-tarique-seeks-chinese-investment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-tarique-seeks-chinese-investment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tarique Rahman invited Chinese companies to extend their value chains into Bangladesh and help create the next great Asian economic miracle in the country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:42:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, BIDA, tarique Rahman, Water Resources, Minister, Md Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee, State Minister, civil Aviation, tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, power, Energy, Mineral Resources, Aninda Islam Amit, Finance, Planning, adviser, Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir</media:keywords>
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<title>Malaysia labour market update expected in July</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-labour-market-update-expected-in-july</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-labour-market-update-expected-in-july</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The outcomes of the Prime Minister&#039;s recent visit to Malaysia would begin to materialise from next month ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:18:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime minister, Malaysia, labour market, migrant, July, migration, Ministry, expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Sylhet Osmani International Airport</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>US&#45;Israel war on Iran in pictures</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-israel-war-on-iran-in-pictures</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-israel-war-on-iran-in-pictures</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Despite the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between US and Iran to end the war, a complete ceasefire still seems elusive, with the loss of civilian lives mounting in the region day by day ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:26:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Israel, Iran, Lebanon, Pakistan, Qatar, Beirut, MoU, war, ceasefire, president, donald trump, Masoud Pezeshkian</media:keywords>
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<title>Showcase beautiful Bangladesh thru vloggers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/showcase-beautiful-bangladesh-thru-vloggers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/showcase-beautiful-bangladesh-thru-vloggers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new government needs a new vision to accomplish the mission ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:02:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, aviation, tourism, sustainable tourism, vlogger</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Over 300 drones seized near World Cup sites</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-300-drones-seized-near-world-cup-sites</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-300-drones-seized-near-world-cup-sites</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Strict no-fly zones and counter-drone measures are enforced around stadiums and fan gatherings, with violators facing up fines and criminal charges ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:35:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, agency, TSA, World Cup, drone, stadium, fine, charge</media:keywords>
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<title>Malaysia Airlines achieves Seven Star PLUS safety rating</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-airlines-achieves-seven-star-plus-safety-rating</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-airlines-achieves-seven-star-plus-safety-rating</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Malaysia Airlines earns the elite Seven Star PLUS safety rating from AirlineRatings.com for exceptional cabin crew vigilance and operational safety ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:23:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Malaysia, airlines, Seven Star, AirlineRating.com, aviation</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Eight die in hot air balloon accident in Brazil</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eight-die-in-hot-air-balloon-accident-in-brazil</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eight-die-in-hot-air-balloon-accident-in-brazil</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The balloon catches fire mid-air and crashes in Praia Grande, which is a popular tourist destination known for ballooning activities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:24:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Brazil, South America, balloon, ballooning, accident, Praia Grande, tourist destination</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran, US differ on ceasefire deal terms</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-us-differ-on-ceasefire-deal-terms</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-us-differ-on-ceasefire-deal-terms</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Less than a week after the two sides signed the MoU to end more than three months of war, its contradictions are already shaping the next phase of diplomacy, turning the fragile deal into a battle over interpretation across the Strait of Hormuz, frozen funds, nuclear inspections, oil sanctions and Lebanon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:54:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, Esmaeil Baghaei, Israel, IAEA, Rafael Grossi, Switzerland, Washington, Ali Bahreini, ambassador, UN, Geneva, Lebanon, Tehran, MoU, Hezbollah, Pakistan, Qatar</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates bags &amp;apos;Best Airline Worldwide&amp;apos; award</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-bags-best-airline-worldwide-award</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-bags-best-airline-worldwide-award</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aviation company wins accolades in three categories -- Best Airline, Best First Class and Best Middle East Airport Lounge at the 2026 BTME Awards ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:14:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, aviation, UAE, Middle East, BTME, airlines, airport lounge, Airbus</media:keywords>
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<title>PM joins WEF annual meeting in China</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-joins-wef-annual-meeting-in-china</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-joins-wef-annual-meeting-in-china</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 1,700 government representatives, policymakers, business leaders and technology entrepreneurs from over 90 countries are taking part in the conference ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:30:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, WEF, Dalian, Beijing, Chinese, Li Qiang, South Korea, Kim Min-seok, Kazakh, Olzhas Bektenov, Mongolia, Nyam-Osoryn Uchral, Montenegro, Milojko Spajic, Guinea, Amadou Oury Bah</media:keywords>
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<title>Multiple Airbus A380s need urgent wing inspections</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/multiple-airbus-a380s-need-urgent-wing-inspections</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/multiple-airbus-a380s-need-urgent-wing-inspections</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Airlines operating the A380 include Emirates, Singapore Airlines, British Airways, Qantas, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Korean Air, Etihad Airways, ANA and Asiana Airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:04:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>A380, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, British Airways, Qantas, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Korean Air, Etihad Airways, ANA, Asiana, Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Jordan to legalise undocumented migrant workers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jordan-to-legalise-undocumented-migrant-workers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jordan-to-legalise-undocumented-migrant-workers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The scheme, which takes effect from June 15, allows workers without valid residency permits or work authorisation to renew their documents and change employers or occupations under certain conditions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:47:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jordan, Amman, Bangladeshis, migrant workers, undocumented, legalise, residency permits, Labour Ministry, passports</media:keywords>
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<title>Swiss talks yield roadmap towards US&#45;Iran deal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/swiss-talks-yield-roadmap-towards-us-iran-deal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/swiss-talks-yield-roadmap-towards-us-iran-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The recently signed ceasefire MoU has laid the groundwork for a comprehensive agreement aimed at ending months of regional tensions and military confrontation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:16:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bürgenstock, Switzerland, Iran, US, Pakistan, MoU, Lebanon, IRGC, JCPOA, United States, Geneva, Pakistan, President, Masoud Pezeshkian</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran proposes direct Dhaka&#45;Tehran flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-proposes-direct-dhaka-tehran-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-proposes-direct-dhaka-tehran-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran’s envoy proposes direct Dhaka-Tehran flights and $1 billion trade goal during a courtesy meeting at parliament ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:37:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Bangladesh, Tehran, Dhaka, Speaker, aviation, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>Safety tips for trips during monsoon</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/safety-tips-for-trips-during-monsoon</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/safety-tips-for-trips-during-monsoon</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Enjoy monsoon’s lush beauty by listing weather checks, health precautions, robust gear and transport safety to diminish risks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:44:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>monsson, rain, travel, Bangladesh, traveller</media:keywords>
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<title>AirAsia CEO meets PM over aviation investment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airasia-ceo-meets-pm-over-aviation-investment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airasia-ceo-meets-pm-over-aviation-investment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The courtesy call took place at 3:10pm local time on Monday at the Shangri-La Hotel in Kuala Lumpur ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:53:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, tarique Rahman, air Asia, CEO</media:keywords>
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<title>Tremor jolts Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tremor-jolts-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tremor-jolts-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The tremor was felt around 9:28pm, spreading panic among citizens ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:51:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tremor, Dhaka, Monday, night</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla offers 15% discount on domestic flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-offers-15-discount-on-domestic-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-offers-15-discount-on-domestic-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ US-Bangla Airlines slashes domestic fares by 15% until September 30 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:40:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, aviation, flight, discount, off, offer, US-Bangla, airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Italy proposes bird control system at airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/italy-proposes-bird-control-system-at-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/italy-proposes-bird-control-system-at-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Italian company The Edge Company is interested in developing a Bird Control Management System (BCMS) for airports in Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:42:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>italy, dhaka, ambassador, Civil Aviation, Tourism, minister, Afroza Khanam, The Edge Company</media:keywords>
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<title>PM off to China wrapping up two&#45;day Malaysia tour</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-off-to-china-wrapping-up-two-day-malaysia-tour</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-off-to-china-wrapping-up-two-day-malaysia-tour</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A special Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight carrying the Prime Minister, his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman and members of the delegation departed Kuala Lumpur International Airport at 5pm local time for Chinese capital of Beijing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:29:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, Malaysia, Bangladesh, China, Kuala Lumpur, airport, Beijing</media:keywords>
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<title>Key points from Iran&#45;US Switzerland talks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/key-points-from-iran-us-switzerland-talks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/key-points-from-iran-us-switzerland-talks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon was at the top of the agenda in the talks with the United States, alongside issues such as frozen Iranian assets and Iranian oil exports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:02:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, Israel, Lebanon, Qatar, Pakistan, Burgenstock, Switzerland, Minab 168, Abbas Araqchi, Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf, Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir</media:keywords>
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<title>Tarique attends luncheon hosted by Anwar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tarique-attends-luncheon-hosted-by-anwar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tarique-attends-luncheon-hosted-by-anwar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The luncheon was held at Anwar Ibrahim&#039;s official residence in Putrajaya around 1:30pm local time ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:24:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Malaysia, PM, luncheon, putrajaya, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.</media:keywords>
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<title>PM urges Malaysia to reopen labour market</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-urges-malaysia-to-reopen-labour-market</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-urges-malaysia-to-reopen-labour-market</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He requested Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to consider recruiting more Bangladeshi workers and reopening the labour market at the earliest opportunity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:50:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Malaysia, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Anwar Ibrahim, labour market, migrant workers, Putrajaya, Ziaur Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Trump unveils Qatari jet for Air Force One fleet</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/trump-unveils-qatari-jet-for-air-force-one-fleet</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/trump-unveils-qatari-jet-for-air-force-one-fleet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President Trump praises Qatar&#039;s Boeing 747 as the world&#039;s most luxurious plane ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:55:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Trump, USA, Qatar, aviation, Boeing, fleet, Air Force One, President</media:keywords>
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<title>Tarique arrives in Malaysia on first state visit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tarique-arrives-in-malaysia-on-first-state-visit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tarique-arrives-in-malaysia-on-first-state-visit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From the airport, Tarique Rahman travelled in a ceremonial motorcade to the Shangri-La Hotel in Kuala Lumpur ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:29:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Biman, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>5 Sylhet expats killed in Qatar road mishap</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/5-sylhet-expats-killed-in-qatar-road-mishap</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/5-sylhet-expats-killed-in-qatar-road-mishap</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The accident occurred in the Sanaya area of Qatar while the victims were travelling to their workplace in a pick-up van. The vehicle reportedly lost control, killing all five men on the spot. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:14:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar, road mishap, sylhet, expatriates, Kanai Ghat, State Minister, Expatriates&#039; Welfare, Overseas Employment, Md Nurul Haque</media:keywords>
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<title>US embassy clarifies B1/B2 visa responsibility</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-b1b2-visa-responsibility</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-b1b2-visa-responsibility</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Visitor visas are non-immigrant visas for persons who want to enter the United States temporarily for business (B-1 visa), for tourism (B-2 visa), or for a combination of both purposes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:04:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, embassy, B-1/B-2 visa, conference, non-immigrant visa, temporary stay, immigrant visa, permanent residence</media:keywords>
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<title>Heavy rain sparks flood concern in tourist hotspots</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heavy-rain-sparks-flood-concern-in-tourist-hotspots</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heavy-rain-sparks-flood-concern-in-tourist-hotspots</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The forecast comes at a time when thousands of visitors travel to scenic destinations such as Tanguar Haor in Sunamganj, Hakaluki Haor in Moulvibazar and other monsoon hotspots to enjoy the season&#039;s natural beauty ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:44:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>rain, Sylhet, Mymensingh, Rangpur, Teesta, Dharla, Dudhkumar, Nilphamari, Lalmonirhat, Kurigram, FFWC, Sunamganj, Hakaluki Haor, Tanguar Haor, Moulvibazar</media:keywords>
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<title>PM leaves for Malaysia, manpower tops agenda</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-leaves-for-malaysia-manpower-tops-agenda</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-leaves-for-malaysia-manpower-tops-agenda</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the last leg of his official tour, the prime minister will visit China later on Monday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:55:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, Tarique Rahman, Malaysia, BNP, Dhaka, Bangladesh, labour market, migrant workers, overseas employment</media:keywords>
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<title>Syeda Iqbal Mand Banu gets SM Sultan Medal 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/syeda-iqbal-mand-banu-gets-sm-sultan-medal-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/syeda-iqbal-mand-banu-gets-sm-sultan-medal-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A constellation of artists, academics and students gathered at Charukola to mark SM Sultan&#039;s 103rd birth anniversary ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:18:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SM Sultan, art, culture, children, Charukala, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>US to ease travel restrictions on Iran&amp;apos;s WC team</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-to-ease-travel-restrictions-on-irans-wc-team</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-to-ease-travel-restrictions-on-irans-wc-team</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Iranian squad arrived at the World Cup while its country was still at war with co-hosts the United States and has been based in Mexico while playing all its matches in the US ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:31:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>iran, US, World Cup, travel, mexico, Egypt</media:keywords>
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<title>No need for probe into measles vax lapse: Zia Hyder</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-need-for-probe-into-measles-vax-lapse-zia-hyder</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-need-for-probe-into-measles-vax-lapse-zia-hyder</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The premier&#039;s health adviser rules out formal investigation into measles vaccine disruptions, blaming prior administration&#039;s funding delays ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:04:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, health, measles, vaccine, probe, adviser</media:keywords>
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<title>US sued over Minab schoolchildren killings</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-sued-over-minab-schoolchildren-killings</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-sued-over-minab-schoolchildren-killings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The preliminary phase of the proceedings involved the systematic collection, verification and documentation of evidence obtained from a range of government bodies, public institutions and relevant authorities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:02:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Minab, iran, US, israel, lawsuit, Lawyers, Family Advisors, Judiciary</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran in Zurich for MoU talks with US</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-in-zurich-for-mou-talks-with-us</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-in-zurich-for-mou-talks-with-us</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran&#039;s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei, also a member of the delegation, said before departure that the main goal of the trip to Switzerland is to ensure the implementation of the MoU ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:58:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, Israel, MoU, Tehran, Washington, Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, Minab, 168 schoolchildren</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB to hold aviation master planning workshop</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-to-hold-aviation-master-planning-workshop</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-to-hold-aviation-master-planning-workshop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The event will take place at Hotel InterContinental in Dhaka and is scheduled to begin at 8:45am ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:11:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Dhaka, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran closes Hormuz in response to MoU breach</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-closes-hormuz-in-response-to-mou-breach</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-closes-hormuz-in-response-to-mou-breach</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran made the decision in response to the continuous and relentless violations of the ceasefire by the Zionist regime in southern Lebanon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:14:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, USA, Israel, Pakistan, Lebanon, MoU, Strait of Hormuz, Persian gulf</media:keywords>
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<title>Light plane crashes in France, 2 die</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/light-plane-crashes-in-france-2-die</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/light-plane-crashes-in-france-2-die</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft, dies along with an instructor after his twin-engine Cessna 421 crashed and caught fire in La Baule, France ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:08:49 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>France, plane, Cessna, fire, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Gunmen attack kills 35 in Niger airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gunmen-attack-kills-35-in-niger-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gunmen-attack-kills-35-in-niger-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Residents in the predominately Muslim country said they had just finished their morning prayers when explosions and gunshot sounds rang out from Diori Hamani international airport, located in the capital city of Niamey ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:10:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, African Union Commission, Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, AES, Russia, France, Benin, Ivory Coast</media:keywords>
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<title>Japanese bookstore Kinokuniya opens in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japanese-bookstore-kinokuniya-opens-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japanese-bookstore-kinokuniya-opens-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kinokuniya is offering 40,000 titles and a cosy cafe to celebrate the literary aspiration in Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:55:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japan, book, Dhaka, Uttara, Kinokuniya</media:keywords>
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<title>Woman killed in Dominican hotel fire, 1,700 rescued</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/woman-killed-in-dominican-hotel-fire-1700-rescued</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/woman-killed-in-dominican-hotel-fire-1700-rescued</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Preliminary observations indicate that the fire spread rapidly due to the flammable nature of parts of the roof structures made of palm leaves, aided by wind conditions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dominican Republic, beach, hotel, Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach Hotel, Wyndham, COE, flammable, fire</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Korean goods on display at Jamuna Future Park</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/korean-goods-on-display-at-jamuna-future-park</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/korean-goods-on-display-at-jamuna-future-park</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Korean tech giant Samsung brings AI-powered innovations and exclusive cashback offers to the K-Goods Festa 2026 at Jamuna Future Park in Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:34:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Samsung, K-goods, Korea, Jamuna Future Park, festa</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Chinese hospital offers affordable cancer treatment for Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-hospital-offers-affordable-cancer-treatment-to-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chinese-hospital-offers-affordable-cancer-treatment-to-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The technique, which causes minimal physical trauma, allows patients to resume normal activities the day after treatment, in contrast to conventional cancer therapies that often leave patients bedridden for extended periods ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:29:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, China, doctor, cancer, Dhaka, Guangzhou Modern Cancer Hospital, treatment</media:keywords>
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<title>What&amp;apos;s inside Lionel Messi&amp;apos;s luxurious private jet</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/whats-inside-lionel-messis-luxurious-private-jet</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/whats-inside-lionel-messis-luxurious-private-jet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The City pairs that the Gulfstream GV can fly include Tokyo to Los Angeles, Auckland to San Francisco, Denver to Beijing and Miami to Paris ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:10:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>lionel messi, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Auckland, San Francisco, Denver to Beijing, Miami, Paris, private jet, Gulfstream GV, Elon Musk</media:keywords>
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<title>Pak envoy highlights cultural ties at food fest</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pak-envoy-highlights-cultural-ties-at-food-fest</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pak-envoy-highlights-cultural-ties-at-food-fest</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pakistan High Commissioner Imran Haider hosted a vibrant food and fashion festival in Dhaka to celebrate shared cultural heritage and strengthen people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:02:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pakistan, Food Festival, High Commission, Dhaka, Bangladesh, culture, ties, connectivity</media:keywords>
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<title>Flydubai wins Mideast connectivity award again</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flydubai-wins-mideast-connectivity-award-again</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flydubai-wins-mideast-connectivity-award-again</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The award recognises the airline&#039;s role in strengthening regional and international connectivity and expanding access to previously underserved destinations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:25:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Flydubai, airlines, middle east, Dubai, tourism, network</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman plans 47&#45;aircraft fleet by 2035</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-plans-47-aircraft-fleet-by-2035</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-plans-47-aircraft-fleet-by-2035</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ To support the expansion, the airline has already signed an agreement with US aerospace giant Boeing to purchase 14 new aircraft ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:35:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Boeing, Civil Aviation, Tourism, minister, Afroza Khanam, parliament</media:keywords>
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<title>Spain eyes bigger tourism boost in Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spain-eyes-bigger-tourism-boost-in-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spain-eyes-bigger-tourism-boost-in-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ To further strengthen and diversify friendly bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Spain, particular emphasis is laid on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, renewable energy, infrastructure, tourism, agriculture, education, technology and skilled human resources development ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:13:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Spain, Ambassador, Bangladesh, María Sistiaga Ochoa de Chinchetru, PMO, prime minister, Humaiun Kobir</media:keywords>
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<title>What&amp;apos;s inside the US&#45;Iran 14&#45;point MoU</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/whats-inside-the-us-iran-14-point-mou</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/whats-inside-the-us-iran-14-point-mou</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The agreement will pave the way for a broader 60-day negotiation period which will begin after the official signing of the MoU at Geneva in Switzerland on Friday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:51:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Iran, Israel, MoU, Sea of Oman, Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf, ceasefire</media:keywords>
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<title>US envoy visits Chhoto Sona Masjid</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-envoy-visits-chhoto-sona-masjid</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-envoy-visits-chhoto-sona-masjid</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The visit reflects continued US interest in Bangladesh’s culture, heritage and historical landmarks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:17:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, Ambassador, mosque, heritage, tourism, architicture, Chapainawabganj, Sultanate period, Gaur</media:keywords>
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<title>UK mission warns jobseekers over visa scams</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-mission-warns-jobseekers-over-visa-scams</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-mission-warns-jobseekers-over-visa-scams</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a Facebook post on Thursday, the British mission advised prospective migrants not to pay money to individuals or agencies offering overseas jobs through so-called &#039;package deals&#039; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:37:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, visa, British, High Commission, Bangladesh, migration, migrant workers, recruitment, fraud</media:keywords>
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<title>Expanding opportunities for students, skilled workers in Japan discussed</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expanding-opportunities-for-students-skilled-workers-in-japan-discussed</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expanding-opportunities-for-students-skilled-workers-in-japan-discussed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting discussed proposals aimed at making the process of sending Bangladeshi students and skilled professionals to Japan more efficient, accessible and better coordinated ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Expatriates, Welfare, Overseas, Employment, Bangladeshi, students, skilled workers, Japan</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Nepal seek stronger tourism, cultural cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-nepal-seek-stronger-tourism-cultural-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-nepal-seek-stronger-tourism-cultural-cooperation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The envoy expressed Bangladesh&#039;s readiness to further expand collaboration in tourism and people-to-people connectivity, emphasizing the importance of closer regional cooperation to promote trade, investment, and connectivity across South Asia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:47:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, Bangladesh, tourism, education, trade, cultural exchanges</media:keywords>
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<title>Riyadh Air wins approval to operate US flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-wins-approval-to-operate-us-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-wins-approval-to-operate-us-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline is part of the oil-producing country&#039;s plan to diversify its economy into new industries such as tourism, logistics, ⁠and technology ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:06:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cairo, ​Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid, Manchester, USDOT, Delta Air Lines</media:keywords>
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<title>Adani’s airports most beautiful on Prix Versailles list</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adanis-airports-most-beautiful-on-prix-versailles-list</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/adanis-airports-most-beautiful-on-prix-versailles-list</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Adani Group-operated Navi Mumbai International Airport and Guwahati&#039;s Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport have been named among the world’s seven most beautiful airports in the 2026 Prix Versailles list ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airport, India, Prix Versailles, architecture</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh seeks regularisation of undocumented migrants</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-seeks-regularisation-of-undocumented-migrants</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-seeks-regularisation-of-undocumented-migrants</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In reply to a query of BNP lawmaker Md Jahandar Ali Miah in the Parliament, the minister said Bangladeshi expatriates are making an outstanding contribution to national development and remain a key driving force behind the country&#039;s economic progress ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:50:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>foreign minister, migrant workers, undocumented, Dr Khalilur Rahman, Speaker, Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, TTC, IOM, TAFE, TVET</media:keywords>
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<title>Israelis frustrated over US&#45;Iran deal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/israelis-frustrated-over-us-iran-deal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/israelis-frustrated-over-us-iran-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Some Israelis indicated that, with the MoU, which is set to be officially signed in Switzerland on Friday, they saw an emerging rift between the US and Israel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Iran, Israel, MoU, deal, citizenship, IRGC, Donald Trump, JCPOA, Saudi Arabia, the Emirates</media:keywords>
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<title>US envoy praises Rajshahi mangoes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-envoy-praises-rajshahi-mangoes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-envoy-praises-rajshahi-mangoes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ambassador visited Rajshahi to experience the region’s renowned mangoes first-hand and learn about the district’s mango industry, agricultural potential and local development initiatives. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:57:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mango, market, US Ambassador, Bangladesh, Brent T Christensen</media:keywords>
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<title>US bins Israeli plea to review MoU with Iran</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bins-israeli-plea-to-review-mou-with-iran</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bins-israeli-plea-to-review-mou-with-iran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Israel’s Channel 12 reported that Israel had submitted an official request to the United States to examine the memorandum of understandings taking shape between Washington and Iran, but the request was refused by the US side ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:24:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Israel, Iran, Switzerland, Geneva, Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, Channel 12, Donald Trump</media:keywords>
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<title>Small plane crashes on Texas highway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/small-plane-crashes-on-texas-highway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/small-plane-crashes-on-texas-highway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ One person died and five were injured when a NetJets business jet with mechanical issues crashed on a South Texas highway after losing contact with air traffic control ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:29:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Texas, USA, jet, business, crash</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh takes UNHCR leadership role</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-takes-unhcr-leadership-role</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-takes-unhcr-leadership-role</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh&#039;s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office and other international organisations in Geneva, Ambassador Nahida Sobhan, formally assumed the role of chair of the four-member ExCom Bureau on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:57:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ExCom, Bureau, UNHCR, bangladesh, Asia-Pacific, Algeria, Austria, Ambassador, Rome, Kolkata, Geneva</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran, US virtually sign MoU</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-us-virtually-sign-mou</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-us-virtually-sign-mou</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Negotiations on nuclear programme and sanctions will take place in follow-up talks during the 60-day period after the MoU is officially signed in Geneva,  Switzerland on Friday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:22:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Israel, US, war, deal, peace, MoU</media:keywords>
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<title>A day in Mongolia</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-day-in-mongolia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/a-day-in-mongolia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the writer had a very short stay in Mongolia, he decided to join a tour group for the day and did some other good activities in Ulaanbaatar ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:28:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Genghis Khan, museum, cafe, gift shop, Gorkhi Terelj National Park, Gobi desert</media:keywords>
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<title>Meet this old lady who sold home to visit 167 countries!</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/meet-this-old-lady-who-sold-home-to-visit-167-countries</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/meet-this-old-lady-who-sold-home-to-visit-167-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This former teacher makes a fascinating travel story on her round-the-world trip and her experiences diverse for readers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:18:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, England, traveller, British, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai goes for expansion of Al Maktoum Int&amp;apos;l Airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-goes-for-expansion-of-al-maktoum-intl-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-goes-for-expansion-of-al-maktoum-intl-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dubai has launched first phase of its massive development of its international airport to transform it into a five-runway mega hub ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:45:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai, airport, airlines, UAE, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Budget aims to transform aviation, tourism: Millat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/budget-aims-to-transform-aviation-tourism-millat</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/budget-aims-to-transform-aviation-tourism-millat</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The sectors are not only drivers of economic growth but also shape the world&#039;s perception of Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:30:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, FY2026-27, national budget, aviation, tourism, destination</media:keywords>
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<title>Indonesia keen on Bali tourism thru airfare subsidies</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indonesia-keen-on-bali-tourism-thru-airfare-subsidies</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indonesia-keen-on-bali-tourism-thru-airfare-subsidies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Indonesia plans to subsidise airfares to counter soaring ticket prices and protect Bali&#039;s tourism-dependent economy ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:21:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Indonesia, Bali, avaition, tourism, airfare</media:keywords>
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<title>8 killed in B&#45;52 bomber crash in California</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/8-killed-in-b-52-bomber-crash-in-california</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/8-killed-in-b-52-bomber-crash-in-california</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident occurred at 11:20 local time on Monday while the aircraft was on a routine test mission, creating a huge plume of black smoke into the air that could be seen for miles ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:08:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>B-52, Edwards Air Force Base, Los Angeles, Mojave Desert, X-15 aircraft, NASA</media:keywords>
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<title>Golden days of golden fibre returning</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/golden-days-of-golden-fibre-returning</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/golden-days-of-golden-fibre-returning</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The rising demand of jute has pushed up prices and encouraged more farmers to expand cultivation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:48:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jute, golden fiber, DAE, Rajshahi, seeds, fertilisers, pesticides</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt steps up efforts to expand overseas job markets</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-steps-up-efforts-to-expand-overseas-job-markets</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-steps-up-efforts-to-expand-overseas-job-markets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Discussions focused on increasing the deployment of skilled and semi-skilled workers abroad, expanding access to new destination countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:19:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Foreign ministry, expatriates, welfare, overseas, employment State Minister, Md Nurul Haque, Shama Obaid Islam, Mahdi Amin</media:keywords>
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<title>Dive deep into history, heritage of Munshiganj</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dive-deep-into-history-heritage-of-munshiganj</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dive-deep-into-history-heritage-of-munshiganj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Munshiganj is an island district with a glorious history spanning thousands of years with its unique blend of history, heritage, culture, archaeology, rivers and natural beauty ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:19:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shahid Baba Adam Mosque, Idrakpur Fort, Atish Dipankar, Brajen Das, Jagadish Chandra Bose; Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das, Sarojini Naidu, Manik Bandopadhyay, Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay, Samaresh Basu, Buddhadeb Basu, Bhanu Bandopadhyay, Abdul Jabbar Khan, Meghnad Saha; Ashutosh Ganguly, Alauddin Ali</media:keywords>
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<title>Foodpanda offers 30% off on orders during FIFA World Cup</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/foodpanda-offers-30-off-on-orders-during-fifa-world-cup</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/foodpanda-offers-30-off-on-orders-during-fifa-world-cup</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Foodpanda launches &#039;Make Game Night Delicious&#039; campaign in Bangladesh, offering discount on food and essentials from select restaurants and Pandamart during this tournament ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:36:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Foodpanda, Pandamart, World Cup, FIFA, off, offer, food, beverage</media:keywords>
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<title>Turkish Airlines clinches APEX Best Food &amp;amp; Beverage Award in Europe</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-airlines-clinches-apex-best-food-beverage-award-in-europe</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-airlines-clinches-apex-best-food-beverage-award-in-europe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airliner bags the award for the fifth time for its customer feedback and service excellece ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:32:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Turkey, airlines, aviation, APEX, food, beverage, Europe</media:keywords>
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<title>US musician Oliver Tree dies in copter crash in Brazil</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-musician-oliver-tree-dies-in-copter-crash-in-brazil</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-musician-oliver-tree-dies-in-copter-crash-in-brazil</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ American musician Oliver Tree, was among six people killed when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on June 14Tree, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:09:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, America, aviation, accident, helicopter, Brazil, Oliver Tree</media:keywords>
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<title>Radisson Blu Dhaka hosts ‘Taste of Latin’ culinary festival</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-dhaka-hosts-taste-of-latin-culinary-festival</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-dhaka-hosts-taste-of-latin-culinary-festival</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden launches &#039;Taste of Latin,&#039; a six-week Brazilian and Argentinian food festival from June 16 to July 31, featuring authentic Latin dishes, live FIFA World Cup screenings ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:31:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cuisine, culinary, festival, food, hotel, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Radisson Blu, World Cup, Latin, football, Brazil, Argentina</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy warns against visa overstays</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-warns-against-visa-overstays</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-warns-against-visa-overstays</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy urged travellers to review and print their official admission records and ensure they leave the United States before their authorised stay expires ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:54:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CBP, US, Embassy, immigration law, Bangladeshi, travellers</media:keywords>
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<title>Italy warns Bangladeshis against irregular migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/italy-warns-bangladeshis-against-irregular-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/italy-warns-bangladeshis-against-irregular-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Migrants arriving illegally from Libya or other transit countries will no longer be allowed to enter Italian territory; they will be detained at the border and repatriated ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:32:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Italy, embassy, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Libya, immigration, Mediterranean, human trafficking</media:keywords>
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<title>12 killed in Missouri plane crash</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/12-killed-in-missouri-plane-crash</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/12-killed-in-missouri-plane-crash</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plane was taking people up to skydive and emergency responders got a call that a plane was down and engulfed in fire around 11:30 am Sunday morning ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:11:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>plane, crash, Missouri, Kansas</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran, US agree to end war on all fronts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-us-agree-to-end-war-on-all-fronts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-us-agree-to-end-war-on-all-fronts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The MoU, scheduled to be officially signed on Friday (19 June), between Tehran and Washington is expected to end military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:20:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, US, Pakistan, Israel, war, Lebanon, SNSC, MoU</media:keywords>
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<title>Rai Bahadur Srinath Roy Palace: A legacy of heritage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rai-bahadur-srinath-roy-palace-a-legacy-of-heritage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rai-bahadur-srinath-roy-palace-a-legacy-of-heritage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Three additional single-storey buildings stand on three sides of the main structure, each measuring 20 feet by 15 feet. There are two ponds with paved ghats on the eastern and southern sides of the house ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:55:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Munshiganj, Sirajdikhan, Shekharnagar, Rai Bahadur Srinath Roy Palace, Rai Bahadur, Lord Carmichael, Gulistan, Abdullahpur, Mirpur, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>France vows strong cultural, youth ties with Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/france-vows-strong-cultural-youth-ties-with-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/france-vows-strong-cultural-youth-ties-with-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ France and Bangladesh have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation through youth skills development, French language training, cultural exchange, and renewal of historic agreements ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:48:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>France, Bangladesh, culture, youth</media:keywords>
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<title>Two&#45;day holiday a game&#45;changer for Nepal’s tourism industry</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-day-holiday-a-game-changer-for-nepals-tourism-industry</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-day-holiday-a-game-changer-for-nepals-tourism-industry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nepal&#039;s two-day weekly holiday policy, introduced to reduce fuel consumption amid Mideast conflict ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:22:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia, toursim, traveller</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates planning its travel insurance to attract passengers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-planning-its-travel-insurance-to-attract-passengers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-planning-its-travel-insurance-to-attract-passengers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Emirates is developing a reasonably priced travel insurance product to cover passengers flying into or through Dubai amid ongoing Gulf conflict advisories ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:49:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, UAE, Dubai, travel insurance, passenger</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangkok ranked world&amp;apos;s second&#45;best food city</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangkok-ranked-worlds-second-best-food-city</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangkok-ranked-worlds-second-best-food-city</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Peruvian capital, Lima, topped the list, followed by Bangkok, Mexico City, London and Barcelona in the top five ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:46:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangkok, Lima, Barcelona, Mexico City, London, Song Wat Road, Talat Noi</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman seeks aircraft lease consultancy firm</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-seeks-aircraft-lease-consultancy-firm</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-seeks-aircraft-lease-consultancy-firm</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The national carrier is seeking expert assistance in aircraft search and valuation, lease negotiation support, technical assessments, lease monitoring and compliance, and redelivery management ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:49:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, aircraft lease, flag carrier, RFP document</media:keywords>
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<title>King of Spain steps in to aid Pope Leo XIV after flight grounded</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/king-of-spain-steps-in-to-aid-pope-leo-xiv-after-flight-grounded</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/king-of-spain-steps-in-to-aid-pope-leo-xiv-after-flight-grounded</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pope Leo XIV’s return flight from Spain was grounded due to an engine failure after boarding, prompting Spain’s King Felipe to offer his private jet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:40:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pope, Vatican, Spain, King, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Iran deal likely Sunday: Trump</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-iran-deal-likely-sunday-trump</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-iran-deal-likely-sunday-trump</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The strategic Strait of Hormuz would reopen to international shipping immediately afterwards. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:33:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, Iran, deal, foreign minister, Abbas araghchi, Pakistan, prime Minister, shehbaj sharif</media:keywords>
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<title>Sri Lankan A330 returns after lightning strike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lankan-a330-returns-after-lightning-strike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lankan-a330-returns-after-lightning-strike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The crew decided to turn back as a precaution, and the aircraft landed safely with all 207 passengers and 16 crew members on board ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:02:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sri Lanka, A330, lighting, SriLankan Airlines, Sydney</media:keywords>
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<title>Khosru describes art and culture as &amp;apos;soft power&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khosru-describes-art-and-culture-as-soft-power</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khosru-describes-art-and-culture-as-soft-power</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fnance minister inaugurated &#039;The Long Present&#039; art exhibition featuring 15 renowned Bangladeshi painters at Bengal Shilpalaya ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:51:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Art, cultre, exhibition, Bangladesh, gallery</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates screens FIFA World Cup live on flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-screens-fifa-world-cup-live-on-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-screens-fifa-world-cup-live-on-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Emirates will broadcast every FIFA World Cup 2026 match live onboard its flights via Sport 24 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:22:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, FIFA, World Cup, live, football</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh envoy hosts Biman cadet pilots in Ethiopia</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-envoy-hosts-biman-cadet-pilots-in-ethiopia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-envoy-hosts-biman-cadet-pilots-in-ethiopia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The reception reflects the embassy&#039;s continued support for Bangladeshi professionals and trainees in Ethiopia while highlighting efforts to strengthen connections with citizens representing Bangladesh overseas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:55:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Ambassador, Ethiopia, Air Vice Marshal, Sitwat Nayeem, Addis Ababa, Biman, pilot</media:keywords>
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<title>Explore culture, heritage, tourism of Kurigram</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/explore-culture-heritage-tourism-of-kurigram</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/explore-culture-heritage-tourism-of-kurigram</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A tour guideline for travellers to discover hidden beauty of Kurigram district ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:36:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, traveller, Kurigram, Bangladesh, Dharla Bridge, Behular Char, Ramna Ghat, Phulsagar, Naodanga Zamindar Bari, Bhitarbandh Zamindar Bari, Chakir Poshar Beel, Sindurmati Dighi</media:keywords>
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<title>WC tourism boom yet to take off in US</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/wc-tourism-boom-yet-to-take-off-in-us</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/wc-tourism-boom-yet-to-take-off-in-us</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ High costs and visa hurdles have dampened the travel demand ahead of the greatest show on earth, although the tournament was widely forecast to deliver a major windfall for the US travel industry ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:21:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>World Cup, tourism, hotel, bookings, Hotel Association, New York, Cirium</media:keywords>
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<title>IAF AN&#45;32 crashes during landing in Assam</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iaf-an-32-crashes-during-landing-in-assam</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iaf-an-32-crashes-during-landing-in-assam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pilot feared dead as rescue, probe efforts continue ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:32:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IAF, AN-32, plane crash, Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jet, India</media:keywords>
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<title>Thakurgaon, the hidden gem of North Bengal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thakurgaon-the-hidden-gem-of-north-bengal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thakurgaon-the-hidden-gem-of-north-bengal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A travel guideline for wanderers to discover the heritage and rustic beauty of Thakurgaon ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:52:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thakurgaon, Bangladesh, North Bengal, traveller</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt aims to raise tourism&amp;apos;s GDP contribution to 6&#45;7pc</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-aims-to-raise-tourisms-gdp-contribution-to-6-7pc</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-aims-to-raise-tourisms-gdp-contribution-to-6-7pc</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Finance minister announced the target while unveiling the fiscal budget in parliament on Thursday, expressing optimism that ongoing and planned developments in civil aviation and tourism sectors would accelerate growth ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:49:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, national budget, FY2026-27, Rajshahi, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Jashore, Saidpur</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Govt to launch Probashi Card for migrant workers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-launch-probashi-card-for-migrant-workers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-to-launch-probashi-card-for-migrant-workers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The finance adviser outlined a comprehensive package of measures aimed at expanding overseas employment opportunities, improving migration governance and enhancing services for Bangladeshi expatriates ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:38:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>migrant workers, ecpatriates, Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, Jatiya Sangsad</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>See the sky meet the Himalayas in Panchagarh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/see-the-sky-meet-the-himalayas-in-panchagarh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/see-the-sky-meet-the-himalayas-in-panchagarh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Panchagarh offers breathtaking views of Kanchenjunga, a unique rock museum, tea and tulip gardens, and an Asian highway connection ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:14:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Panchagarh, Himalayas, toursim, Kanchenjunga, traveller</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>PM unveils FIFA World Cup commemorative stamp</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-unveils-fifa-world-cup-commemorative-stamp</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-unveils-fifa-world-cup-commemorative-stamp</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister unveiled the Tk 10 commemorative stamp at his Sangsad Bhaban office this morning ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:09:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, world cup, stamp</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Cabinet clears Tk 9.38 lakh crore budget</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cabinet-clears-tk-938-lakh-crore-budget</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cabinet-clears-tk-938-lakh-crore-budget</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury is set to unveil the national budget in the Jatiya Sangsad at 3:00pm today ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:49:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Budget 2026-27, prime minister, finance minister, jatiya Sangsad</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi Arabia praises Bangladesh&amp;apos;s Hajj management</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-praises-bangladeshs-hajj-management</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-praises-bangladeshs-hajj-management</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Saudi minister commended Bangladesh&#039;s Ministry of Religious Affairs for the successful management of Hajj 2026 and congratulated for providing services to pilgrims through dedicated leadership ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:52:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabia, Hajj, pilgrims, Bangladesh, minister</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>US&#45;Israel&#45;Iran war jeopardises global aviation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-israel-iran-war-jeopardises-global-aviation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-israel-iran-war-jeopardises-global-aviation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Alongside soaring prices, the industry is bracing for a jet fuel shortage as the International Energy Agency head two weeks ago warned that Europe had about six weeks of jet fuel supplies remaining ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:33:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>International Energy Agency, Dublin City University, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East, Aviation Advocacy, Teneo, ACI</media:keywords>
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<title>Apex Footwear secures certification for green commitment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/apex-footwear-secures-certification-for-green-commitment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/apex-footwear-secures-certification-for-green-commitment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Apex Footwear secures RCS certification for its Unit-2 facility, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable manufacturing just one year after achieving GRS certification ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:47:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Apex, footwear, green, certification</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>ICAO aviation security inspectors course ends</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icao-aviation-security-inspectors-course-ends</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/icao-aviation-security-inspectors-course-ends</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Twelve local and foreign participants took part in the 7-day training programme and successfully completed the course ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:41:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ICAO, CAAB</media:keywords>
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<title>Monsoon rain may disrupt travel plans</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/monsoon-rain-may-disrupt-travel-plans</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/monsoon-rain-may-disrupt-travel-plans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rain and thunderstorms are likely in many parts of Rangpur, Mymensingh, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions on Wednesday, while scattered showers are also expected in parts of Dhaka, Rajshahi, Khulna and Barishal divisions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:37:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>monsoon, rain, thunderstorms, Rangpur, Mymensingh, Chattogram, Sylhet, Dhaka, Rajshahi, Khulna, Barishal</media:keywords>
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<title>Kuwait limits domestic worker recruitment to 10 countries</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuwait-limits-domestic-worker-recruitment-to-10-countries</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuwait-limits-domestic-worker-recruitment-to-10-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The country has simultaneously barred recruitment from 27 countries, most of them in Africa and Asia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:59:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kuwait, South Africa, Benin, Eritrea, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, India, Vietnam, Nepal</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Emirates chief vows swift rebound after regional disruption</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-chief-vows-swift-rebound-after-regional-disruption</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-chief-vows-swift-rebound-after-regional-disruption</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking to journalists in Berlin, Clark said Emirates had no intention of cutting back, reducing, or anything else ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:44:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, president, Berlin, middle east, Europe</media:keywords>
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<title>Stronger OIC support sought for migrant workers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/stronger-oic-support-sought-for-migrant-workers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/stronger-oic-support-sought-for-migrant-workers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister called for greater OIC support for migrant workers and skills development in a meeting with OIC Labour Centre Director General Azar Bayramov ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:27:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Labour, Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Choudhury, OIC, General Azar Bayramov, Geneva, United Nations, skills</media:keywords>
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<title>Foodpanda brings WC jerseys to doorstep</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/foodpanda-brings-wc-jerseys-to-doorstep</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/foodpanda-brings-wc-jerseys-to-doorstep</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Foodpanda now delivers team jerseys in under an hour across Dhaka, offering football fans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:42:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Global tourism grows 2pc in Q1</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-tourism-grows-2pc-in-q1</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-tourism-grows-2pc-in-q1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ International tourist arrivals grew 2% over the first quarter of 2026, despite disruption caused by the crisis in the Middle East in March ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:10:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, destination, travel, Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa</media:keywords>
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<title>EU clears Kyrgyzstan from aviation safety blacklist</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eu-clears-kyrgyzstan-from-aviation-safety-blacklist</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eu-clears-kyrgyzstan-from-aviation-safety-blacklist</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kyrgyzstan is set to be removed from the EU aviation safety blacklist after nearly two decades ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:28:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kyrghyzstan, aviation, EU, blacklist, Brussles</media:keywords>
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<title>Norway makes pitch for Bangladeshi fans before WC</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/norway-makes-pitch-for-bangladeshi-fans-before-wc</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/norway-makes-pitch-for-bangladeshi-fans-before-wc</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka urges Bangladeshi football fans to support Norway as their “second team” in the 2026 World Cup ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:58:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Norway, World Cup, Bangladesh, football</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippine Airlines set to join Oneworld alliance</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/philippine-airlines-set-to-join-oneworld-alliance</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/philippine-airlines-set-to-join-oneworld-alliance</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Philippine Airlines is set to join the Oneworld Alliance as its 16th member, promising enhanced global connectivity, premium lounge access, and seamless mile transfers for Filipino travellers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:29:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, Philippines, Oneworld, airlines, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Tuna industry in Maldives expanding</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tuna-industry-in-maldives-expanding</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tuna-industry-in-maldives-expanding</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Maldives&#039; tuna production surges 66% and exports 87% in 2025, driven by sustainable pole-and-line fishing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:58:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maldives, tuna fish, industry, blue ocean</media:keywords>
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<title>FIFA World Cup 2026: A geopolitical gambit off the pitch</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fifa-world-cup-2026-a-geopolitical-gambit-off-the-pitch</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fifa-world-cup-2026-a-geopolitical-gambit-off-the-pitch</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FIFA World Cup 2026, overshadowed by the US-Iran war, Trump-era travel bans, co-host tensions, and a history of political exploitation of football ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:39:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FIFA, World Cup, travel, visa, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Rajshahi Novo Theatre struggles to attract visitors</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-novo-theatre-struggles-to-attract-visitors</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-novo-theatre-struggles-to-attract-visitors</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Novo Theatre was established to foster a science-minded generation and increase public interest in space and astronomy ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:40:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rajshahi, Novo theater, space, astronomy, revenue</media:keywords>
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<title>Australian mission warns against biometrics scams</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australian-mission-warns-against-biometrics-scams</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australian-mission-warns-against-biometrics-scams</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The mission stressed that receiving a biometrics letter does not mean a visa has been approved ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:48:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Australia, Dhaka, high commission, Facebook, biometrics</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt targets sending 1.4m workers abroad in FY27</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-targets-sending-14m-workers-abroad-in-fy27</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-targets-sending-14m-workers-abroad-in-fy27</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh aims to send 1.4 million workers abroad in the next fiscal year, as diplomatic efforts continue to reopen labour markets in Malaysia, Oman, UAE, and Bahrain ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:29:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Goverment, labour, migration, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Minister orders 24/7 cargo clearance at Dhaka airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-orders-247-cargo-clearance-at-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-orders-247-cargo-clearance-at-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ She instructed all agencies involved in handling of imported cargo at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to operate round the clock, seven days a week, to ease cargo congestion, particularly at weekends ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:44:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, CAAB, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, state minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh to open Tourism Satellite Account to gauge economic impact</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-open-tourism-satellite-account-to-gauge-economic-impact</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-open-tourism-satellite-account-to-gauge-economic-impact</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government aims at launching the facility  for a period of 2026-27 with intent to measure the tourism sector&#039;s contribution to GDP, employment and investment, data-driven planning and sustainable industry growth ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:35:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, economy, Bangladesh, account</media:keywords>
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<title>Filipino airport closed after strong tremor</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/filipino-airport-closed-after-strong-tremor</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/filipino-airport-closed-after-strong-tremor</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A 7.8 magnitude earthquake off Mindanao forces the suspension of General Santos Airport operations, cancels 17 flights ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:57:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Earthquake, General Santos Airport, Philippines, aviation, airport, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka, Madrid agree to boost migration ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-madrid-agree-to-boost-migration-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-madrid-agree-to-boost-migration-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh and Spain focus on migration of skilled manpower, trade, people-to-people connectivity, Rohingya support, LDC graduation and an FTA ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:24:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Spain, migration, MoFA, FTA</media:keywords>
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<title>US hospitality hiring rises before World Cup</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-hospitality-hiring-rises-before-world-cup</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-hospitality-hiring-rises-before-world-cup</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ World Cup preparations boosted US job growth in May, with pubs, bars and restaurants leading a 172,000-job increase ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:35:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, hospitality, World Cup, football, hotel, resturant</media:keywords>
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<title>False travel history could cost you Schengen visa, embassies warn</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/false-travel-history-could-cost-you-schengen-visa-embassies-warn</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/false-travel-history-could-cost-you-schengen-visa-embassies-warn</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassies said all Schengen states have access to the travel histories of visa applicants and urged them to provide truthful information in their applications ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:42:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Schengen, visa, embassy, Dhaka, application</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy clarifies visa bond pilot programme</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-visa-bond-pilot-programme</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-visa-bond-pilot-programme</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy said consular officers would provide qualified applicants with a direct link to the government payment portal to complete the transaction ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:15:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US embassy, Dhaka, visa, bond, pilot programme</media:keywords>
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<title>BERC reduces jet fuel price by Tk 15.67 per litre </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/berc-reduces-jet-fuel-price-by-tk-1567-per-litre</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:47:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>price, jet fuel, BERC, BPC, POCL</media:keywords>
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<title>BTV secures FIFA World Cup 2026 media rights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/btv-secures-fifa-world-cup-2026-media-rights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/btv-secures-fifa-world-cup-2026-media-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The govt has approved a proposal for Bangladesh Television to acquire the all-media broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 directly from FIFA ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:30:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FIFA World Cup 2026, BTV, CCGP, DPM</media:keywords>
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<title>Goaldi Mosque: A sultanate&#45;era gem</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/goaldi-mosque-a-sultanate-era-gem</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/goaldi-mosque-a-sultanate-era-gem</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Among the many enduring relics of its glorious past, the historic Goaldi Mosque stands as a proud symbol of the architectural brilliance of the Sultanate era ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:16:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sultanate era, medieval Bengal, 1519, Sultan, Alauddin Hussain Shah, architecture</media:keywords>
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<title>Europe airport queues may worsen this summer: IATA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/europe-airport-queues-may-worsen-this-summer-iata</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/europe-airport-queues-may-worsen-this-summer-iata</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new digital entry/exit system for immigration is already causing hours-long delays and missed flights across multiple European countries before the peak summer travel season has even begun ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:48:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airport, Europe, IATA, EES, summer</media:keywords>
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<title>Mughal&#45;era Nidaria Mosque awaits preservation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mughal-era-nidaria-mosque-awaits-preservation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mughal-era-nidaria-mosque-awaits-preservation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Devout Muslims from across the country visit the mosque,  constructed in 1176 AH under the supervision of Mughal Subedar Masud Khan and his son Mansur Khan, to offer prayers and make supplications ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:33:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Department of Archaeology, Mughal Subedar, Masud Khan, Mansur Khan, Eidgah</media:keywords>
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<title>5 toughest airports for pilots to land at</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/5-toughest-airports-for-pilots-to-land-at</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/5-toughest-airports-for-pilots-to-land-at</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From mountain ranges and oceans to less than half a mile runways, these are the five most dangerous airports in the world, where landings and takeoffs require extreme precision and massive pilot skill ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:52:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>pilot, airport, risky landing, Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, London City Airport, Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport, Madeira, Portugal, Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla, Nepal, Paro International Airport, Bhutan</media:keywords>
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<title>Norway’s Viking&#45;themed World Cup photo sparks debate</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/norways-viking-themed-world-cup-photo-sparks-debate</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/norways-viking-themed-world-cup-photo-sparks-debate</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Norway’s World Cup squad goes viral with a Viking-themed photoshoot by David Yarrow, celebrating heritage but sparking controversy over romanticizing violence ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:32:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Norway, World Cup, USA, FIFA, Viking</media:keywords>
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<title>Air Canada suspends Cuba operations &amp;apos;indefinitely&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-canada-suspends-cuba-operations-indefinitely</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-canada-suspends-cuba-operations-indefinitely</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Air Canada indefinitely suspends Cuba flights due to political and economic uncertainty ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:13:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, Air Canada, Cuba, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>New guideline for travel to Sada Pathar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-guidelines-for-travel-to-sada-pathar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-guidelines-for-travel-to-sada-pathar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourists visiting Sylhet’s Sada Pathar must now use Bholaganj No 10 Boat Ghat, as authorities ban the risky Bangladesh-India border-adjacent route ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:39:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, aviation, Sylhet, Bangladesh, safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Probe committee formed after fire at Shahjalal airport cargo complex</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/probe-committee-formed-after-fire-at-shahjalal-airport-cargo-complex</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/probe-committee-formed-after-fire-at-shahjalal-airport-cargo-complex</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ State minister cites possible electrical short circuit, warns of action if negligence is found ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:41:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, cargo, HSIA, safety</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla Airlines launches onboarding music for passengers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-airlines-launches-onboarding-music-for-passengers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-airlines-launches-onboarding-music-for-passengers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ US-Bangla Airlines launches new boarding music, composed by Warfaze’s Palash Noor to offer passengers a warmer, culturally rooted welcome ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:13:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, aircraft, airlines, music, warfaze</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshi dies in Delhi hotel blaze</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-dies-in-delhi-hotel-blaze</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-dies-in-delhi-hotel-blaze</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A 44-year-old Bangladeshi national, Md. Nurul Amin, was among 22 killed in a New Delhi hotel fire ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:23:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, Delhi, hotel, blaze</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy asks visa applicants to make social media profiles public</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-asks-visa-applicants-to-make-social-media-profiles-public</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-asks-visa-applicants-to-make-social-media-profiles-public</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Applicants are instructed to adjust the privacy settings of all their social media profiles to &#039;public&#039; to facilitate vetting necessary to establish their identity and admissibility to the United States ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:06:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, Dhaka, Visa, applicants</media:keywords>
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<title>DNCC warns of action against noise pollution near airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dncc-warns-of-action-against-noise-pollution-near-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dncc-warns-of-action-against-noise-pollution-near-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airport area has been declared a silent zone. From today, no noise pollution will be tolerated there, said DNCC ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:08:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DNCC, BRTA, airport, Dhaka, noise pollution</media:keywords>
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<title>Rainfall likely to intensify across country: BMD</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rainfall-likely-to-intensify-across-country-bmd</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rainfall-likely-to-intensify-across-country-bmd</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing mild to moderate heatwave affecting Rajshahi, Khulna and Barishal divisions and several districts, including Dhaka, Tangail, Faridpur, Chandpur, Noakhali and Rangamati, may ease in some areas as rainfall increases ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:02:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>heatwave, rainfall, ajshahi, Khulna, Barishal, Dhaka, Tangail, Faridpur, Chandpur, Noakhali, Rangamati</media:keywords>
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<title>Turkey seeks stronger defence ties with Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkey-seeks-stronger-defence-ties-with-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkey-seeks-stronger-defence-ties-with-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh and Turkey were continuing efforts to deepen their longstanding partnership and take bilateral relations to a stronger and more forward-looking level ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:39:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Turkey, Bangladesh, foreign minister, Ankara, Hakan fidan, khalilur Rahman Gaza, UNGA</media:keywords>
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<title>World&amp;apos;s new tallest building nears completion in Saudi Arabia</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/worlds-new-tallest-building-nears-completion-in-saudi-arabia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/worlds-new-tallest-building-nears-completion-in-saudi-arabia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The tower will comprise at least 157 floors. Once completed, it will stand significantly taller than the current world&#039;s tallest building, Burj Khalifa and nearly twice the height of the United States&#039; tallest skyscraper, One World Trade Centre ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:55:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>architecture, JEC tower, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Burj Khalifa, One World Trade Centre, Adrian Smith &amp; Gordon Gill Architecture</media:keywords>
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<title>All eyes on FIFA World Cup 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/all-eyes-on-fifa-world-cup-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/all-eyes-on-fifa-world-cup-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This spectator sport slated for June 11 is a blueprint for sports tourism in Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:46:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>2026 World Cup, North America, Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Mexico City, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Atlanta, Miami, Toronto, Boston, Philadelphia, New York, New Jersey</media:keywords>
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<title>Story of a deaf British Everest man</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/story-of-a-deaf-british-everest-man</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/story-of-a-deaf-british-everest-man</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ BBC presenter Michael Woods has become the first British deaf person to summit Mount Everest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:44:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Everest, UK, Nepal, Britain, BBC</media:keywords>
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<title>Global airline chiefs to confront Iran war fuel shock </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-airline-chiefs-to-confront-iran-war-fuel-shock</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-airline-chiefs-to-confront-iran-war-fuel-shock</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The IATA summit will bring together hundreds of top executives from airlines, manufacturers, suppliers and financiers. The sector is effectively under one roof, with high stakes and tough questions on the table ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:54:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IATA, International Air Transport Association, air traffic, fuel prices, supply fears, Mideastern airspace, Moody’s Ratings, Strait of Hormuz</media:keywords>
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<title>Rajshahi emerges as a blooming summer tourism destination</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-emerges-as-a-blooming-summer-tourism-destination</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-emerges-as-a-blooming-summer-tourism-destination</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flower-lined avenues and vibrant urban greenery attract visitors despite scorching heat ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:27:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rajshahi, summer, city, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>World Cup tourism drives aviation demand</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/world-cup-tourism-drives-aviation-demand</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/world-cup-tourism-drives-aviation-demand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the aviation industry prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026 hosted across North America, demand, geopolitics, and the wider events economy are colliding with an operational bottleneck... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:05:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FIFA World Cup, Russia, Africa, Hajj pilgrimage, Europe, Asia, South America, Qatar, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>More airlines could fail if high oil prices persist: O’Leary</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/more-airlines-could-fail-if-high-oil-prices-persist-oleary</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/more-airlines-could-fail-if-high-oil-prices-persist-oleary</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary warns that more airlines may go out of business or be refinanced this winter if high oil prices and interest rates persist ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:46:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, jet fuel, CEO, airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Gayebi Mosque preserves Mughal legacy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gayebi-mosque-preserves-mughal-legacy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gayebi-mosque-preserves-mughal-legacy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to information from the Gurudaspur Upazila Administration, the mosque was constructed between 1628 and 1658 AD during the reign of Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal emperor ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:02:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gurudaspur, Natore, Shah Shuja, Shah Jahan, Gayebi Mosque, Mughal-era, architecture</media:keywords>
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<title>Hotel owner arrested after Delhi fire blaze</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-owner-arrested-after-delhi-fire-blaze</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotel-owner-arrested-after-delhi-fire-blaze</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Delhi Police have arrested hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj for culpable homicide after a fire at his Malviya Nagar hotel killed 21 people ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:51:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hotel, police, Delhi, fire, medical toursim</media:keywords>
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<title>Over 21,000 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-21000-bangladeshi-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-21000-bangladeshi-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of 52 return flights were operated by three designated carriers — 15 by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, 18 by Saudia Airlines and 19 by Flynas Airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:32:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Makkah, Madinah, Hajj, Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Kosovo seek cooperation on labour migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-kosovo-seek-cooperation-on-labour-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-kosovo-seek-cooperation-on-labour-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh and Kosovo have agreed to expand labour migration cooperation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:20:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Kosovo, labour, migration</media:keywords>
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<title>Nepal, Bangladesh discuss stronger air links</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-bangladesh-discuss-stronger-air-links</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-bangladesh-discuss-stronger-air-links</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the meeting, the officials explored opportunities to enhance air connectivity between the two countries, including the possibility of expanding Biman&#039;s operations to Nepal&#039;s newly developed international airports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:52:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, Bangladesh, Ghanashyam Bhandari, Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Chairman, Rumee Hossain</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza vows steps to cut airfares, improve Sylhet airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-vows-steps-to-cut-airfares-improve-sylhet-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-vows-steps-to-cut-airfares-improve-sylhet-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Addressing concerns over high airfares, Khanam said she would discuss the issue with her team upon returning to Dhaka and explore ways to make ticket prices more affordable for passengers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:33:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, BNP, Sylhet Airport, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Nepal Airlines records 10% revenue growth</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-airlines-records-10-revenue-growth</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-airlines-records-10-revenue-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nepal Airlines Corporation recorded a 10% rise in flight revenue to NPR 14.58 billion over ten months ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:33:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, airlines, revenue, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>Third terminal operation deal by July 19: Millat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-operation-deal-by-july-19-millat</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-operation-deal-by-july-19-millat</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh expects to sign an agreement with a Japanese consortium by July 19 to operate the long-delayed third terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:03:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, terminal, operation, HSIA, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil aviation minister visits Heathrow airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-visits-heathrow-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-visits-heathrow-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh&#039;s Civil Aviation Minister Afroza Khanam Rita toured Heathrow Airport&#039;s ground operations and Biman&#039;s London office on June 2 to observe international best practices ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:08:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>civil aviation, aviation, Bangladsh, UK, minister, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines launches E&#45;Visa service for Bangladeshi passport holders</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/philippines-launches-e-visa-service-for-bangladeshi-passport-holders</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/philippines-launches-e-visa-service-for-bangladeshi-passport-holders</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine Embassy in Dhaka has launched an e-visa service for Bangladeshi passport holders effective June 5, 2026 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:01:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, Dhaka, Bangladeshi, visa, passport</media:keywords>
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<title>Air traffic control strike: Flights to and from Belgium to come to a halt</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-traffic-control-strike-flights-to-and-from-belgium-to-come-to-a-halt</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-traffic-control-strike-flights-to-and-from-belgium-to-come-to-a-halt</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Air traffic across Belgium will be suspended Tuesday afternoon due to a staff strike over the planned digital control tower in Namur ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:25:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air traffic, aviation, Belgium, Brussles</media:keywords>
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<title>Five Bangladeshi citizens injured in Delhi hotel fire</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-bangladeshi-citizens-injured-in-delhi-hotel-fire</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-bangladeshi-citizens-injured-in-delhi-hotel-fire</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Five Bangladeshi nationals are among the injured after a fire at a Delhi building killed at least 21 people, with the unofficial guesthouse ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:56:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, citizen, medical toursim, hotel, Delhi, India</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran attack forces Kuwait airport closure, one killed</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-attack-forces-kuwait-airport-closure-one-killed</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-attack-forces-kuwait-airport-closure-one-killed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kuwait’s foreign ministry said Iranian attacks on its territory killed one person and wounded several others, as well as forcing its airport to close and damaging unnamed diplomatic missions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:51:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tehran, Kuwait, Iran, Al-Atwan, Ministry of defence, Kuwait International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Joby tests air taxi flights in New York</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/joby-tests-air-taxi-flights-in-new-york</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/joby-tests-air-taxi-flights-in-new-york</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Air taxi companies are racing against time to secure regulatory approvals and bring air taxi aircraft to market in response to growing demand for faster and more sustainable urban transport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:18:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Joby, air taxi, JFK Airport, New York, FAA, Lower Manhattan, Midtown, San Francisco</media:keywords>
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<title>Lotus lake in Natore charms visitors</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lotus-lake-in-natore-charms-visitors</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lotus-lake-in-natore-charms-visitors</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hidden from the public eye, the lake offers a touch of peace and tranquillity to anyone seeking a relaxing getaway during the holidays ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:43:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>lotus, lake, natore, Horticulture Centre, Jhautala, Islamic University</media:keywords>
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<title>Brazil’s World Cup flight ‘baptised’ </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/brazils-world-cup-flight-baptised</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/brazils-world-cup-flight-baptised</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aviation tradition is known as an aircraft &#039;baptism&#039;, but for millions of Brazilians it represented something far more meaningful — a blessing for the nation’s latest quest to reclaim football’s biggest prize ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:40:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Brazil, baptism, social media, United States, Selecao, Neymar, Vinicius Jr, Raphinha</media:keywords>
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<title>Khan Jahan shrine crocodile finds new habitat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khan-jahan-shrine-crocodile-finds-new-habitat</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khan-jahan-shrine-crocodile-finds-new-habitat</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bagerhat district authorities have decided to relocate the reptile to a wildlife centre and tighten security at the historic pond ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:32:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bagerhat, crocodile, tourism, shrine</media:keywords>
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<title>Kusumba Mosque: A timeless architectural gem</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kusumba-mosque-a-timeless-architectural-gem</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kusumba-mosque-a-timeless-architectural-gem</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Located about 35 kilometres from Naogaon district town, in Kusumba village under Kusumba union, the mosque welcomes hundreds of visitors and worshippers every day ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:13:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kusumba mosque, naogaon, history, heritage, architectural artistry, Manda Bridge, Department of Archaeology</media:keywords>
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<title>Airport filming restricted across India</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airport-filming-restricted-across-india</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airport-filming-restricted-across-india</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ India’s aviation regulator tightens airport photography rules, warning that unauthorised filming in restricted zones can lead to fines, device confiscation, or even placement on a no-fly list ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:25:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Winter whispers of Cyprus</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/winter-whispers-of-cyprus</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/winter-whispers-of-cyprus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From mid-October to early April, the large hotels and restaurants here remain almost deserted. It was with a longing to feast my eyes on the contrasting beauty of tranquil winter Ayia Napa and snow-covered Troodos that I set out on this journey ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:22:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>resorts, water parks, beaches, Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Middle East, Ayia Napa, Paralimni, Lebanon, Israel</media:keywords>
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<title>Special cell formed to resolve expats&amp;apos; complaints</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/special-cell-formed-to-resolve-expats-complaints</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/special-cell-formed-to-resolve-expats-complaints</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A five-member Complaint Resolution and Redress Cell has been formed, headed by the Additional Secretary or Joint Secretary of the ministry&#039;s Monitoring and Enforcement Wing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:08:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Complaint, Resolution, Redress Cell, Ministry, Expatriates&#039; Welfare, Overseas Employment</media:keywords>
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<title>Italy revises student visa requirements</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/italy-revises-student-visa-requirements</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/italy-revises-student-visa-requirements</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ VFS Global will send emails to students who have already registered on their respective university portals and arrange appointments for submitting visa applications ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:09:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Italy, student visa, Bangladesh, VFS Global, CIMEA certificate, Declaration of Value, visa requirements</media:keywords>
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<title>Girl dies in crocodile grab in Khan Jahan Ali pond</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/girl-dies-in-crocodile-grab-in-khan-jahan-ali-pond</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/girl-dies-in-crocodile-grab-in-khan-jahan-ali-pond</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A seven-year-old girl was fatally dragged into a pond by a crocodile at Bagerhat’s Khan Jahan Ali Mazar shrine ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:05:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bagerhat, crocodile, tourism, shrine</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB launches ICAO&#45;accredited security inspectors’ course</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-launches-icao-accredited-security-inspectors-course</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-launches-icao-accredited-security-inspectors-course</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ASNI course is designed to strengthen oversight and inspection capacities in aviation security and support the implementation of ICAO&#039;s Standards and Recommended Practices ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:02:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, ASNI course, ICAO, Civil Aviation Academy, Director, Prashanta Kumar Chakraborty, course instructor, Mohammad Alamgir</media:keywords>
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<title>3 recruiters lose licence over Russia job scam</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-recruiters-lose-licence-over-russia-job-scam</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-recruiters-lose-licence-over-russia-job-scam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Officials said the agencies allegedly misled the victims by promising high salaries and various facilities before sending them abroad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:41:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>recruiting agency, RS International, Jabal-e-Noor, TS Overseas Limited, Expatriates&#039; Welfare, Overseas Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, state minister, Nuruyl Haque Nur</media:keywords>
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<title>Sylhet&#45;Guwahati direct flights soon: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sylhet-guwahati-direct-flights-soon-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sylhet-guwahati-direct-flights-soon-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh announces imminent launch of direct Sylhet-Guwahati flights to boost regional connectivity, trade and tourism ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:57:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sylhet, Guwahati, aviation, Biman</media:keywords>
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<title>Russia bans aviation fuel exports until Nov 30</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russia-bans-aviation-fuel-exports-until-nov-30</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russia-bans-aviation-fuel-exports-until-nov-30</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Russia bans jet fuel exports for six months as Ukrainian drone attacks slash refinery ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:54:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Russia, Ukraine, jet fuel, drone, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Sri Lanka hits 1m tourist arrivals this May</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lanka-hits-1m-tourist-arrivals-this-may</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lanka-hits-1m-tourist-arrivals-this-may</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sri Lanka’s tourism rebounds strongly with visa reforms, and marketing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:56:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sri Lanka, traveller, tourism, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Offices resume after Eid</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/offices-resume-after-eid</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/offices-resume-after-eid</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government had declared public holidays from May 25 to May 31 for Eid-ul-Azha ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:19:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Offices, holiday, Eid, vacation, banks, insurance companies, capital market</media:keywords>
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<title>Air Astra expands fleet with 5th aircraft</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-expands-fleet-with-5th-aircraft</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-expands-fleet-with-5th-aircraft</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Addition of the new aircraft will pave the way for expanding both flight frequency and route network ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:53:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air Astra, flight, fleet, rout, network, Dhaka, Chattogram, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Sylhet, Saidpur</media:keywords>
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<title>Schengen missions stress applicants&amp;apos; responsibility for visa document accuracy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/schengen-missions-stress-applicants-responsibility-for-visa-document-accuracy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/schengen-missions-stress-applicants-responsibility-for-visa-document-accuracy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Embassies of the Schengen States in Dhaka said responsibility for submitting correct documents rests entirely with the visa applicant ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:30:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Schengen, missions, visa applicant, visa document, accuracy</media:keywords>
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<title>Zia Museum: Preserving a historic legacy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zia-museum-preserving-a-historic-legacy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zia-museum-preserving-a-historic-legacy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A significant political and ideological legacy that reflects and preserves the memories of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and the 1971 Liberation War ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 20:31:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zia Museum, legacy, Shaheed President, 1971, Liberation War</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy Dhaka introduces two&#45;day processing for immigrant visas</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-dhaka-introduces-two-day-processing-for-immigrant-visas</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-dhaka-introduces-two-day-processing-for-immigrant-visas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the revised procedure, immigrant visa applicants will be required to visit the embassy at least twice during the visa application process ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:58:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NVC, CEAC, US embassy, Dhaka, visa</media:keywords>
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<title>The story of a cabin crew</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/the-story-of-a-cabin-crew</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/the-story-of-a-cabin-crew</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ After more than 66 years in the air, the industry’s longest-serving flight attendant prepares to retire ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:51:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>flight attendant, cabin crew, Delta Air Lines, aircraft, passengers, safety, interview, career, challenges, Joan Prince Crandall</media:keywords>
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<title>6,175 Hajj pilgrims return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/6175-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/6175-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ So far, 416 pilgrims have returned under government management, while 5,759 returned through private travel agency arrangements ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:08:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, pilgrims, Jeddah, Mina, flight, Muzdalifah, Medina, Mekkah</media:keywords>
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<title>International Cabin Crew Day today</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/international-cabin-crew-day-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/international-cabin-crew-day-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Airlines and aviation organisations honour flight attendants as highly trained safety professionals ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:51:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airlines, aviation, cabin crew, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>Zia martyrdom anniv observed nationwide</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zia-martyrdom-anniv-observed-nationwide</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ To mark the 45th martyrdom anniversary of Ziaur Rahman, BNP convened an eight-day special programme from May 25 to June 1 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 01:01:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zuaur Rahman, sector commander, proclaimer of independence, War of Liberation, BNP founder, advocate of multi-party democracy</media:keywords>
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<title>New Glenn explodes during ground test</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-glenn-explodes-during-ground-test</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-glenn-explodes-during-ground-test</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The explosion occurred during a planned hotfire engine test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Florida’s Space Coast on Friday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 22:58:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>New Glen, blue origin, NASA, anomaly, Jeff Bezos, Elon musk</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman launches post&#45;Hajj flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-launches-post-hajj-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-launches-post-hajj-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The national flag carrier’s first return Hajj flight, carrying pilgrims from Jeddah, landed at Dhaka airport at 10:35am on Saturday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 22:12:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Hajj, pilgrims, return flights, Jeddah, Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer, Kaizar Sohel Ahmed, HSIA</media:keywords>
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<title>Body of migrant worker returns from Baghdad</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/body-of-migrant-worker-returns-from-baghdad</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/body-of-migrant-worker-returns-from-baghdad</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The body arrived in Dhaka early Friday as the government formally received the remains at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 17:41:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Migrant worker, body, Baghdad, Bangladeshi, State Minister, Foreign ministry, Shama Obaed Islam</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid&#45;ul&#45;Azha celebrated nationwide</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-ul-azha-celebrated-nationwide</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-ul-azha-celebrated-nationwide</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The festival was celebrated in the spirit of devotion, sacrifice and submission to the will of the Almighty Allah ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 22:13:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Adha, Qurbani, National Eidgah, President, Mohammed Shahabuddin, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, High Court, DSCC, DNCC, Baitul Mukarram National Mosque</media:keywords>
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<title>Air China Cargo expands A350F order</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-china-cargo-expands-a350f-order</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-china-cargo-expands-a350f-order</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The latest acquisition forms part of the airline’s strategy to optimise its fleet structure and expand transport capacity in response to growing demand in international air cargo markets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:56:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air China, Airbus, cargo, SAF, aviation, A350F</media:keywords>
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<title>President, PM offer Eid prayers at National Eidgah</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/president-pm-offer-eid-prayers-at-national-eidgah</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/president-pm-offer-eid-prayers-at-national-eidgah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ They offered the prayers in the day’s first Eid congregation held at 7:30 am at the national Eidgah ground ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:10:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, President, eidgah, maidan, minister, cabinet members</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh to celebrate Eid&#45;ul&#45;Adha tomorrow</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-celebrate-eid-ul-adha-tomorrow</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-celebrate-eid-ul-adha-tomorrow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nation will celebrate Eid-ul-Adha tomorrow with the main congregation at the National Eidgah in Dhaka, as President and Prime Minister extend greetings ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 22:31:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid, Bangladesh, Dhaka, President, Prime Minister</media:keywords>
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<title>Nimni scales Mount Everest</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nimni-scales-mount-everest</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nimni-scales-mount-everest</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the peak, Nimni raised Bangladesh’s national flag, accompanied by two Sherpa guides who assisted her during the climb ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 21:19:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Nepal, Dhaka, climber, Bangla Mountaineering Club, Himalayas, sherpa</media:keywords>
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<title>Sri Lanka announces free tourist visas for 40 countries</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lanka-announces-free-tourist-visas-for-40-countries</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sri-lanka-announces-free-tourist-visas-for-40-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sri Lanka grants free tourist visas to 40 countries including India, Pakistan, and Nepal, but excludes Bangladesh, in a bid to boost its tourism sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:10:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sri Lanka, visa, tourism, South Asia</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshi students spent Tk 82,089 crore abroad in FY25</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-students-spent-tk-82089-crore-abroad-in-fy25</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-students-spent-tk-82089-crore-abroad-in-fy25</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Taka 82,089 crore spent by Bangladeshi students abroad in FY25 reflects a generation&#039;s loss of faith in domestic opportunities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 01:35:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, students, study abroad, education</media:keywords>
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<title>Shariatpur blends rich cultural heritage with scenic beauty</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shariatpur-blends-rich-cultural-heritage-with-scenic-beauty</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shariatpur-blends-rich-cultural-heritage-with-scenic-beauty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This district is characterised by its lush green landscapes, meandering rivers, and a laid-back rural atmosphere ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 23:43:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>The Burirhat Mosque, Modern fantasy kingdom, Sikder Bari, Anandabazar Embankment Area, Fatehjangpur Fort, Haturia Zaminder Bari, Mohisharer Dighi, Ram Shadhur Ashram, Dhanuka Mansha Bari, Rudrokor Moth, shariatpur</media:keywords>
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<title>Marco Rubio visits Taj Mahal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/marco-rubio-visits-taj-mahal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/marco-rubio-visits-taj-mahal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits the Taj Mahal with his wife amid scorching heat before heading to the Quad meeting in New Delhi ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 20:36:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, Secretray of State, tourist spot, Taj Mahal</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel prices cut for airlines</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-cut-for-airlines</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-cut-for-airlines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The revision was made in response to significant fluctuations in international jet fuel prices ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:49:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jet fuel, price, BERC, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>Gifts, special meals for Biman passengers on Eid day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gifts-special-meals-for-biman-passengers-on-eid-day</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gifts-special-meals-for-biman-passengers-on-eid-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biman Bangladesh Airlines has initiated to distribute gift items among passengers traveling on all outbound international flights during the holy Eid-ul-Adha ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 19:34:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Biman, Eid, passanger, gift, meal, Bangladesh, airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Rebel poet Nazrul&amp;apos;s 127th birth anniversary today</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rebel-poet-nazruls-127th-birth-anniversary-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rebel-poet-nazruls-127th-birth-anniversary-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The nation commemorated Kazi Nazrul Islam’s 127th birth anniversary with floral tributes, cultural programmes, and a mass recitation of his iconic poem ‘Bidrohi’, honouring the Rebel Poet’s enduring legacy of justice and rebellion ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 18:07:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Poet, Nazrul, Bangladesh, birth anniversary</media:keywords>
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<title>Motter Moth: Memory of a long lost time</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/motter-moth-memory-of-a-long-lost-time</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/motter-moth-memory-of-a-long-lost-time</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Motter Moth, located in Motto village about one and a half-mile east of Manikganj district headquarters, is one of the historical monuments of the district. The intoxicated monastery is said to have been built about two and a half years ago ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 17:27:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Motter Moth, temple, monastery, Manikganj, Padma, Kaliganga, Jamuna, Dhaleshwari, Ichhamati</media:keywords>
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<title>Seven air routes used for trafficking in Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-air-routes-used-for-trafficking-in-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-air-routes-used-for-trafficking-in-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Young people are being trafficked from Bangladesh to various countries in Europe, America, Australia, Russia or Southeast Asia under the guise of tourist, education and work visas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 16:23:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>traffick, Bangladesh, migration, air route</media:keywords>
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<title>UK warns against fake visa documents</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-warns-against-fake-visa-documents</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-warns-against-fake-visa-documents</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The warning was issued in a notice published in Bengali on the mission’s verified Facebook page on Sunday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:51:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, visa, applicant, high commission, immigration, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt forms high&#45;level tourism committee</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-forms-high-level-tourism-committee</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-forms-high-level-tourism-committee</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 17-member committee includes ministers, state ministers, advisers and top officials from different important ministries and government agencies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:11:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, government, cabinet division, PPP, Planning, Ministry, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Executive Chairman, BIDA</media:keywords>
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<title>Visit centuries&#45;old Mai Saheba Mosque in Sherpur</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-centuries-old-mai-saheba-mosque-in-sherpur</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-centuries-old-mai-saheba-mosque-in-sherpur</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Located in the heart of the district town, just south of Sherpur Government College and near the Sherpur-Jamalpur bus stand, the mosque remains a central hub of religious and social activities for the local Muslim community ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 20:02:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>sherpur, Jamalpur, Mai Saheba Mosque, minaret, 18th century, Muktagachha, Mir Abdul Baki, Mughal-style architecture, craftmanship</media:keywords>
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<title>US tightens green card rules</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-tightens-green-card-rules</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-tightens-green-card-rules</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ USCIS issued the directive through a policy memo instructing immigration officers to assess requests for extraordinary relief on a case-by-case basis while considering relevant circumstances and available information ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:19:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, green card, USCIS, DHS, immigration, Washington, US President, Donald Trump, migrants</media:keywords>
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<title>Shakawath awarded for pioneering role in sports tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shakawath-awarded-for-pioneering-role-in-sports-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/shakawath-awarded-for-pioneering-role-in-sports-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Unique Modern Hotel and Resorts CEO received the award for his pioneering role in cricket tourism and advancing the domestic hospitality sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:03:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, leadership, TITA, TOAB</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh’s ‘Trump Buffalo’ hits global media</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshs-trump-buffalo-hits-global-media</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshs-trump-buffalo-hits-global-media</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh nicknamed “Donald Trump” for its golden mane became a global media sensation and drew crowds before being sold for ritual Eid sacrifice ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 17:54:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Trump, buffalo, media, Eid</media:keywords>
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<title>Mideast war casts shadow over Hajj</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mideast-war-casts-shadow-over-hajj</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mideast-war-casts-shadow-over-hajj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Saudi officials are keen to keep conflict far from the minds of visitors, who have travelled long distances for one of the world&#039;s biggest annual pilgrimages ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 17:23:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, Tehran, Mecca, Shiite cleric, embassy, US, Israel, Strait of Hormuz</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka hosts international ‘One Run’ half marathon</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-hosts-international-one-run-half-marathon</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-hosts-international-one-run-half-marathon</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Runners from Bangladesh and other nations took part in the international half marathon “One Run” at Hatirjheel in Dhaka, with State Minister Md. Aminul Haque and youth icon Zaima Rahman attending the event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:35:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Hatirjheel, Bangladesh, marathon, One Run</media:keywords>
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<title>PM visits sports car, electric vehicle expo</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-visits-sports-car-electric-vehicle-expo</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-visits-sports-car-electric-vehicle-expo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The exhibition showcased a wide range of modern vehicles, including high performance sports cars and cutting edge electric vehicles ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:04:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PM, PMO, ev, sports car</media:keywords>
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<title>Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport offers &amp;apos;Eid Retreat&amp;apos; package</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/crowne-plaza-dhaka-airport-offers-eid-retreat-package</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/crowne-plaza-dhaka-airport-offers-eid-retreat-package</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Embracing the spirit of togetherness, the Eid Retreat offers a sophisticated urban escape where guests can unwind in elegantly designed rooms while enjoying premium leisure facilities as the package seamlessly blends relaxation, recreation, and festive joy under one roof ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 15:15:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid Retreat, Seafood, Fiesta, Buffet, Dinner, Hotels &amp; Resorts, Crowne Plaza, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Pattaya hotel fire injures 4, guests relocated</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pattaya-hotel-fire-injures-4-guests-relocated</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pattaya-hotel-fire-injures-4-guests-relocated</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A rooftop fire at Pattaya’s Sunday JA Plus Hotel injured four people, forced the evacuation of hundreds of guests, and led authorities to temporarily close the hotel pending an investigation into the cause ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 15:04:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pattaya, Thailand, hotel, guest, traveller</media:keywords>
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<title>Radisson Blu Dhaka announces three&#45;day Eid celebration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-dhaka-announces-three-day-eid-celebration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/radisson-blu-dhaka-announces-three-day-eid-celebration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden hosts a three-day Eid-ul-Azha celebration with live music, kids&#039; activities, a 360° photo booth, BDT 1,500 redeemable entry, and a chance to win Sony Rangs hampers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:40:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Radisson, Dhaka, Bangladesh, hotel, Eid</media:keywords>
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<title>Coordinated preparations taken for safe Eid travel on waterways</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coordinated-preparations-taken-for-safe-eid-travel-on-waterways</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coordinated-preparations-taken-for-safe-eid-travel-on-waterways</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several special directives were issued concerning waterway security, law and order, passenger services, fare control, ferry terminal management and vessel operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:34:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Azha, waterway, security, law and order, passenger, fare control, ferry terminal, vessel operations, BIWTA, Department of Shipping, Fire Service, River Police, Coast Guard</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates brings Eid&#45;ul&#45;Azha celebrations with festive menus</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-brings-eid-ul-azha-celebrations-with-festive-menus</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-brings-eid-ul-azha-celebrations-with-festive-menus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Emirates celebrates Eid-ul-Azha from May 26-29 with regionally inspired festive menus, special giveaways, sweet treats on A380 flights, and traditional hospitality in Cairo and Jeddah lounges ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:36:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Eid, aviation, Eid, festival</media:keywords>
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<title>BFTI hosts FGD on Bangladesh air ticketing market   </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bfti-hosts-fgd-on-bangladesh-air-ticketing-market</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bfti-hosts-fgd-on-bangladesh-air-ticketing-market</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The study aims to analyse the competitive dynamics of Bangladesh’s air ticketing market and identify the risks of anti-competitive conduct and collusive behaviour ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:49:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BFTI, FGD, Air Ticketing Market, IATA, HSIA, Bangladesh Competition Commission, Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection, airfares</media:keywords>
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<title>EU Parliament backs negotiations on migrant return hubs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eu-parliament-backs-negotiations-on-migrant-return-hubs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eu-parliament-backs-negotiations-on-migrant-return-hubs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The European Parliament has approved talks with member states on a new framework for returning irregular migrants; negotiations with the EU Council are expected to begin shortly ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:11:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>EU, migrant, negotiations, hub, parliament</media:keywords>
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<title>Enchanting beauty of Lal Shaplar Beel mesmerises visitors </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/enchanting-beauty-of-lal-shaplar-beel-mesmerises-visitors</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/enchanting-beauty-of-lal-shaplar-beel-mesmerises-visitors</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Stretching over nearly 10,000 acres of wetlands across Uttar Satla village in Uzirpur upazila and Bagdha and Khajuria villages in Agailjhara upazila, the Lal Shaplar Beel, locally known as Satka Beel, is a natural wonder of Barishal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:54:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shapla, water lily, Satla Beel, Lal Shaplar Beel, Uzirpur, Barishal, Bagdha, Khajuria village, Agailjhara, Tourists, tourism, Egrets, cormorants, kingfishers, drongos, starlings, magpies, sparrow</media:keywords>
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<title>BFF, Akij Air partner for San Marino tour</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bff-and-akij-air-seal-partnership-for-san-marino-tour</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bff-and-akij-air-seal-partnership-for-san-marino-tour</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh Football Federation partners with Akij Air as Exclusive Travel Partner for the national team&#039;s historic San Marino Tour 2026 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:15:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BFF, Akij, football, San Marino</media:keywords>
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<title>US hotels may fall short from World Cup boom</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-hotels-may-fall-short-from-world-cup-boom</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-hotels-may-fall-short-from-world-cup-boom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ US hotel operators state booking levels well below forecasts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to FIFA&#039;s room cancellations, stricter visa policies, and rising costs, raising concerns about the anticipated economic boom for the hospitality sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:45:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, World Cup, FIFA, football, toursim, hotel</media:keywords>
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<title>Extra coaches added to 9 trains for Eid journey</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/extra-coaches-added-to-9-trains-for-eid-journey</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/extra-coaches-added-to-9-trains-for-eid-journey</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The extra coaches, both for economy class and air-conditioned ones, will be added between 23 May and 7 June on different schedules, to provide improved travel facilities for holidaymakers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:27:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Azha, train, Western Zone, Drutojan Express, Panchagarh Express, Ekota Express, Bonolota Express, Silk City Express, Padma Express, Dhumketu Express</media:keywords>
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<title>Delhi airport issues Ebola health advisory</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/delhi-airport-issues-ebola-health-advisory</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/delhi-airport-issues-ebola-health-advisory</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Delhi&#039;s IGI Airport issues an Ebola health advisory with enhanced screening and isolation protocols for travelers from high-risk African nations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:01:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Delhi, airport, Ebola, health, WHO, advisory, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Pandamart offers up to 50% off on Eid essentials</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pandamart-offers-up-to-50-off-on-eid-essentials</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pandamart-offers-up-to-50-off-on-eid-essentials</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pandamart offers up to 50% off on Eid and post-Eid essentials including groceries, meat-processing tools, and cleaning supplies, plus an extra 30% off with code &#039;DEALNAO&#039; valid through June 11, 2026 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:04:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Foodpanda, Pandamart, off, Eid</media:keywords>
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<title>Khagrachhari waterfalls making waves</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khagrachhari-waterfalls-making-waves</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khagrachhari-waterfalls-making-waves</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The district is potential for developing a sustainable tourism economy centred around its numerous waterfalls ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:10:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Khagrachari, waterfall, sustainable tourism, potential, Risang Waterfall</media:keywords>
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<title>NOVOAIR, Electra sign MoU for mutual customer benefits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-electra-sign-mou-for-mutual-customer-benefits</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-electra-sign-mou-for-mutual-customer-benefits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the agreement, NOVOAIR passengers will receive special discounts on products and services at Electra International outlets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:07:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NOVOAIR Limited, Electra International, Sales and Marketing, special discount, outlet, Dhaka, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Chattogram, Sylhet, Saidpur</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight operations at Thakurgaon Airport within 2 yrs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-operations-at-thakurgaon-airport-within-2-yrs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-operations-at-thakurgaon-airport-within-2-yrs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This airport was established in 1940 during World War II, due to special wartime tactics and needs, on 550 acres of land in the Shibganj-Madarganj area, 8 kilometres southwest of the district town ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:46:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thakurgaon, LGRD, Cooperatives, Minister, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>US marks 250th anniversary with red, white, and blue rickshaws in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-marks-250th-anniversary-with-red-white-and-blue-rickshaws-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-marks-250th-anniversary-with-red-white-and-blue-rickshaws-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US Ambassador launched 50 red, white, and blue rickshaws in Dhaka, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary of independence through a creative fusion of iconic local rickshaw art and American flag colours ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:23:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, rickshaw, Dhaka, Bangladesh, independence</media:keywords>
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<title>Preparations for countrywide cattle markets done</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/preparations-for-countrywide-cattle-markets-done</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/preparations-for-countrywide-cattle-markets-done</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 3,600 temporary and permanent cattle markets (hats) will be set up nationwide this year, including 27 in the capital — 11 under the Dhaka South City Corporation and 16 under the Dhaka North City Corporation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:23:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cattle market, DNCC, DSCC, livestock farms, BGB, DLS, sacrificial animals, Chief Estate Officer</media:keywords>
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<title>UCA.edu.bd offers 30% discount on Cabin Crew course before Eid</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ucaedubd-offers-30-discount-on-cabin-crew-course-before-eid</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ucaedubd-offers-30-discount-on-cabin-crew-course-before-eid</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The course includes communication skills, grooming and presentation, aviation safety, emergency handling, professional ethics, ground visits, real-time training, and various other activities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:19:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UCA, aviation, college, training, cabin crew, discount</media:keywords>
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<title>Resort in Chandpur drifts into river, later rescued</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/resort-in-chandpur-drifts-into-river-later-rescued</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/resort-in-chandpur-drifts-into-river-later-rescued</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A floating resort in Chandpur broke free from its jetties due to a tidal current and drifted into the Dhonagoda River with tourists onboard ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 17:38:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Resort, Chandpur, river, Matlab, Dhonagoda</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates&amp;apos; A380 aircraft now offers three passenger classes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-a380-aircraft-now-offers-three-passenger-classes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-a380-aircraft-now-offers-three-passenger-classes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Emirates introduces Premium Economy seating to the upper deck of its iconic A380 in a 2-3-2 layout ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:43:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, aviation, A-380, Dubai, UAE</media:keywords>
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<title>Australian High Commission warns visa applicants against fraud</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australian-high-commission-warns-visa-applicants-against-fraud</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australian-high-commission-warns-visa-applicants-against-fraud</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Australian High Commission in Bangladesh warns visa applicants to use only ImmiAccount and secure direct access to avoid fraudA ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:45:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Australia, High Commission, Visa, fraud, Bangladeshi, Bangladeshi</media:keywords>
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<title>China warns Bangladeshi visa seekers against scam</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-warns-bangladeshi-visa-seekers-against-scam</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/china-warns-bangladeshi-visa-seekers-against-scam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chinese Embassy has warned Bangladeshi visa applicants against fraudulent travel agencies and urged them to apply directly through official channels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:09:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>China, Bangladesh, visa, agency, scam</media:keywords>
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<title>Nepal eyes 100,000 Bangladeshi tourists in 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-eyes-100000-bangladeshi-tourists-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-eyes-100000-bangladeshi-tourists-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Beyond the traditional tourist circuit of Kathmandu, Pokhara and Nagarkot, adventure and offbeat destinations are rapidly gaining popularity among Bangladeshi visitors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:53:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>nepal, tourism, Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents, Himalayan Club Tours and Travel Pvt Ltd, Ghandruk village, Everest Base Camp, Annapurna, Manaslu trek, paragliding, bungee jumping, hot-air balloon ride, white-water rafting</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudia Cargo, Tibah partner to boost Madinah logistics</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudia-cargo-tibah-partner-to-boost-madinah-logistics</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudia-cargo-tibah-partner-to-boost-madinah-logistics</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Saudia Cargo and Tibah Airports partner to boost Madinah Airport’s air cargo capabilities with special rates, incentives, and knowledge sharing, supporting Saudi Arabia’s logistics hub ambitions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:19:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudia, cargo, Tibah, Madinah, KSA</media:keywords>
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<title>Glasgow Airport targets extended European, North American routes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/glasgow-airport-targets-extended-european-north-american-routes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/glasgow-airport-targets-extended-european-north-american-routes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GLA is set to undergo a terminal transformation aimed at expanding gate capacity and upgrading passenger facilities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:28:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Glasgow, Scotland, Europe, USA, aviation, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Delhi government cuts VAT on aviation turbine fuel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/delhi-government-cuts-vat-on-aviation-fuel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/delhi-government-cuts-vat-on-aviation-fuel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Delhi slashes VAT on aviation fuel from 25% to 7%, aiming to cut airline costs and boost the capital’s status as an aviation hub ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:53:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Delhi, goverment, VAT, fuel, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Australia secures more jet fuel from China</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australia-secures-more-jet-fuel-from-china</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/australia-secures-more-jet-fuel-from-china</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Australia secures three shipments of jet fuel from China to bolster supplies amid Iran war disruptions, with over 600,000 barrels arriving from early June ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:25:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Australia, China, jet fuel, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh seeks expanded legal migration to Italy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-seeks-expanded-legal-migration-to-italy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-seeks-expanded-legal-migration-to-italy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Italy is one of the top destinations for Bangladeshi migrant workers and many Bangladeshis working there have earned a strong reputation while contributing significantly to the economies of both countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:07:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, italy, migration, migrant workers, Information, Broadcasting, Italian Ambassador, Antonio Alessandro</media:keywords>
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<title>Turkish Airlines achieves int’l airline of the year recognition</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-airlines-achieves-intl-airline-of-the-year-recognition</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-airlines-achieves-intl-airline-of-the-year-recognition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Turkish Airlines won the “Best International Airline of the Year” award at the 2026 TOAB International Tourism Awards in Bangladesh, recognising its outstanding service, global connectivity, and growing contribution to the country’s travel and tourism sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:35:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Turkey, airlines, TOAB, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Bodies of missing Italian divers found in Maldives</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bodies-of-missing-italian-divers-found-in-maldives</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Four missing Italian divers were found dead in a deep Maldives cave after a tragic scuba accident ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:14:13 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Emirates Boeing 777 pilots declare fuel emergency in Miami</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ An Emirates Boeing 777-300ER from Dubai to Miami declared a mayday fuel emergency after 17+ hours aloft and two aborted landings due to wind shear and a runway obstruction, landing safely on the third attempt ]]></description>
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<title>Skilled workforce needed for aviation expansion: CAAB chief</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The operation and expansion of the third terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and the development of Cox’s Bazar Airport require highly skilled aviation professionals capable of meeting international operational standards ]]></description>
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<title>Bangladesh to celebrate Eid&#45;ul&#45;Adha on May 28</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Moon Sighting Committee made the announcement after a meeting held at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque on Sunday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:29:36 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>WB approves $350m support for Bangladesh LNG imports</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The World Bank warned that continued geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could further disrupt global fuel and fertiliser supplies, increasing pressure on the country’s foreign exchange reserves and public finances ]]></description>
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<title>Aviation Express receives prestigious TITA award</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The fortnightly received the award for its continued contribution to highlighting Bangladesh’s aviation, tourism and expatriate sectors through industry-focused reporting ]]></description>
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<title>Bangladesh urges New Zealand to expand education cooperation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ State Minister Md Abdul Bari urged New Zealand to boost imports of Bangladeshi goods and deepen cooperation in food security, safe food management, technology and education during talks with High Commissioner David Pine ]]></description>
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<title>SriLankan Airlines accuses Indians of ₹22m scam</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Indian law enforcement has been contacted by the authority, and investigations are currently ongoing to recover the loss ]]></description>
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<title>Forest&#45;themed resorts for tourists near Sundarbans</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Names of variour eco resorts, such as Jangalbari, Iraboti, Golkanon, Bonlata and Mangrove Haven, have become familiar to weekenders and out-of-town families ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:23:08 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla wins best domestic airline award</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ US-Bangla Airlines has been named Best Domestic Airline at the International Tourism Award 2026, organised by the Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:08:50 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Qatar seeks skilled Bangladeshi technical hands</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The country is looking for workers in four technical sectors, including electricians, plumbers, air-conditioning technicians and welders ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:59:46 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Qatar, bangladesh, Expatriates’ Welfare, Overseas Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, state minister, Nurul Haque Nur</media:keywords>
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<title>Gary Farstad new GM of Westin Dhaka</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ with over two decades of international experience, Farstad brings a distinguished record of operational excellence, revenue growth, and luxury hotel management ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:35:23 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Dhaka, IOM discuss safety for migrant workers in Maldives</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Both sides discussed strengthening cooperation to improve the protection, welfare and dignity of migrant workers, particularly Bangladeshi expatriates living in the island nation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:58:04 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Bangladesh, the Maldives, IOM, high commission, migrant workers</media:keywords>
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<title>Explore distinct cultural heritage of Chattogram</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A travel guideline for wanderlusts to discover coastal sunsets, waterfalls, colonial history, Mezban feasts and whatnots ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:44:26 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Red crab reservation can draw more tourists to Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Conservation awareness and promoting community involvement are in focus to boost proper conservation of red crabs ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:30:09 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, red crab, inani beach, teknaf, unregulated tourism, Arannayk Foundation, Himchhari</media:keywords>
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<title>Six, including rescuer, die in Maldives scuba tragedy</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The accident occurred during a cave diving attempt at 50-60 metres depth under Vaavu Atoll ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:40:10 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Qatar Airways ups cargo capacity in Dhaka</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The airline now offers more than 315 tonnes of belly-hold cargo capacity each week in both directions on the Dhaka route, raising weekly flights between Doha and Dhaka from 14 to 17 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:01:14 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Strict action against illegal sea migration: State minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Calling for greater public awareness and more proactive measures by law enforcement agencies to curb the problem, he said this trend of travelling abroad through sea routes, pushing young people towards death through risky and irregular migration, must be stopped at any cost ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:39:58 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>State Minister, Expatriates&#039; Welfare and Overseas Employment Ministry, Md Nurul Haque, Europe, BRAC, National Skills Development Authority, EU Counsellor Iurate Smalskyte Merville</media:keywords>
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<title>Nepal Festival celebrates cultural ties with Bangladesh</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The objective of the festival was not only to promote the richness and diversity of Nepal’s culture and cuisine, but also to celebrate the artistic, musical and culinary ties between Nepal and Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:08:53 +0600</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Nepal Embassy, Dhaka, Nepalese Ambassador, Ghanshyam Bhandari, Cultural Affairs Adviser, Nitai Roy Chowdhury, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Pokhara Academy, Bangladesh-Nepal Friendship Society</media:keywords>
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