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<title>Aviation News &amp;amp; Tourism Industry Updates &#45; Latest Posts</title>
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<title>US&#45;Israel campaign on Iran in pictures</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-israel-campaign-on-iran-in-pictures</link>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<media:keywords>Bangladesh, tourism, sustainable tourism, vlogger, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Over 300 drones seized near World Cup sites</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-300-drones-seized-near-world-cup-sites</link>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>What to know before planning first foreign trip</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/what-to-know-before-planning-first-foreign-trip</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Many first-time international travellers, especially those with newly issued passports, often feel anxious about airport and immigration procedures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:38:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel, visa, abroad, passport, airport, journey, digestive</media:keywords>
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<title>Egypt denied flight to Seattle ahead of Iran match</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/egypt-denied-flight-to-seattle-ahead-of-iran-match</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:33:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
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<title>Jordan to legalise undocumented migrant workers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jordan-to-legalise-undocumented-migrant-workers</link>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>S&amp;apos;pore firm intends to handle 3rd terminal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spore-firm-intends-to-handle-3rd-terminal</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The minister welcomes the company&#039;s interest and invites it to submit a formal proposal through due process ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:30:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, SATS, Singapore, aviation, third terminal, HSIA</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>
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<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>Nuisance of LED signboards at Gulshan, Banani, diplomatic zone</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pain-of-digital-billboards-in-gulshan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pain-of-digital-billboards-in-gulshan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Digital billboards planned for the diplomatic zone and key roads raise concerns over road safety, security and environmental impact ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:59:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Billboard, signboard, Gulshan, Banani, Baridhara, Diplomatic Zone, Dhaka, urban planning, beauty</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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>Saudi Arabia arrests over 15,000 migrants</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-arrests-over-15000-migrants</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ KSA arrests over 15,000 migrants in a week-long crackdown for residency, labour, and border violations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:09:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>KSA, migrants, border, violation</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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<item>
<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>Bangladesh launches first civil aviation master plan</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-launches-first-civil-aviation-master-plan</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-launches-first-civil-aviation-master-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plan will create a long-term strategic roadmap aimed at guiding the sustainable growth and modernisation of the country&#039;s aviation sector over the next two to three decades ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:29:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, CAMP, ICAO, Civil Aviation, tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, master plan</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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<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>Haors offer pristine monsoon retreats for tourists</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/haors-offer-pristine-monsoon-retreats-for-tourists</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/haors-offer-pristine-monsoon-retreats-for-tourists</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The country&#039;s most-visited haor destinations are Tanguar Haor in Sunamganj, Hakaluki Haor in Moulvibazar and Nikli Haor in Kishoreganj ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:45:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tanguar Haor, Sunamganj, Hakaluki Haor, Moulvibazar, Nikli Haor, Kishoreganj, Sunamganj, Kulaura, Moulvibazar, Nikli, Mithamain, Austagram, Itna</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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<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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<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>Omni Residency offers football nights with big platters</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/omni-residency-offers-football-nights-with-big-platters</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/omni-residency-offers-football-nights-with-big-platters</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fans can enjoy live matches on a giant screen alongside sharing platters and a dedicated private viewing experience in Banani ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:53:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Omni Residency, football, live match, giant screen, Dhaka</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>Harmony Festival begins in Sreemangal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/harmony-festival-begins-in-sreemangal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/harmony-festival-begins-in-sreemangal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A three-day Harmony Festival showcasing the rich cultural heritage, traditional food and handicrafts of ethnic communities began in Sreemangal on Friday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:13:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Harmony, festival, Sreemangal, Civil Aviation, tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam</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>Migration slowdown threatens manpower export targets</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/migration-slowdown-threatens-manpower-export-targets</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/migration-slowdown-threatens-manpower-export-targets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Monthly overseas employment clearances have remained between 44,000 and 65,000 since February, significantly below the post-Covid average of around 100,000 workers per month ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:08:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Overseas, employment, BMET, Middle East, visa, documentation, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh</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>Mohammed Hanif elected TOAB president</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mohammed-hanif-elected-toab-president</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mohammed-hanif-elected-toab-president</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President-elect defeats rival by 34 votes; first vice-president race decided by just four votes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:37:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOAB, election, Mohammed Hanif, votes</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>57,422 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/57422-bangladeshi-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/57422-bangladeshi-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to the Hajj office on Tuesday, 4,313 pilgrims returned under government management, while 53,109 returned through private travel agencies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:35:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, pilgrims, Saudi Arabia, Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, Saudia Airlines, Flynas Airlines</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>Bangladesh, Switzerland eye closer aviation ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-switzerland-eye-closer-aviation-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-switzerland-eye-closer-aviation-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The discussion took place during a courtesy meeting between Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam and Swiss Ambassador to Bangladesh Reto Renggli at the ministry&#039;s conference room in Dhaka on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:23:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Switzerland, aviation, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Swiss Ambassador, Reto Renggli</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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<item>
<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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<item>
<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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<item>
<title>Dhaka&#45;Narita Biman flights to resume on 27 July</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-narita-biman-flights-to-resume-on-27-july</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-narita-biman-flights-to-resume-on-27-july</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The announcement was made at a press conference at the Department of Information auditorium at the Secretariat on Monday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:39:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, airlines, Dhaka, Narita, Tokyo, Department of Information, Secretariat, civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Rain, thunderstorms likely in 12 regions</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rain-thunderstorms-likely-in-12-regions</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rain-thunderstorms-likely-in-12-regions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Those regions may experience temporary gusty or squally winds from the south or south-east at speeds of 45-60 km/h, accompanied by rain or thunderstorms ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:14:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rain, thunderstorm, weather, river, Tangail, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Faridpur, Khulna, Barishal, Patuakhali, Cumilla, Noakhali, Chattogram, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Sylhet</media:keywords>
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<item>
<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>Govt employees must serve nation: Afroza</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-employees-must-serve-nation-afroza</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-employees-must-serve-nation-afroza</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister Afroza Khanam urged government officials to work with integrity and without political bias ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:28:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Minister, aviation, goverment, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<item>
<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>TOAB alliance holds Sufi night ahead of election</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/toab-alliance-holds-sufi-night-ahead-of-election</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/toab-alliance-holds-sufi-night-ahead-of-election</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives of the alliance said the country&#039;s tourism sector is at a critical stage of development and requires transparency, inclusiveness and long-term planning to realise its full potential ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:27:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOAB, election, BOTOA, TDAB</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>FAA restricts drones for FIFA World Cup in USA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/faa-restricts-drones-for-fifa-world-cup-in-usa</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/faa-restricts-drones-for-fifa-world-cup-in-usa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FAA imposes “No Drone Zones” with temporary flight restrictions around World Cup 2026 stadiums and official fan event sites in the USA ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:49:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FIFA, World Cup, drone, flght, USA, FAA</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>PM visits Dulahazara Safari Park</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-visits-dulahazara-safari-park</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-visits-dulahazara-safari-park</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the visit, the premier and his spouse along with officials toured different sections of the park and observed wildlife and natural attractions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:09:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dulahazara Safari Park, Cox’s Bazar, Nagalingam, Dr Zubaida Rahman, Environment, Forest, Climate Change, Minister, Abdul Awal Mintoo, State Minister, Shaikh Faridul Islam</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt vows safe, hassle&#45;free air travel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-vows-safe-hassle-free-air-travel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-vows-safe-hassle-free-air-travel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ensuring improved, safe and harassment-free services for expatriate Bangladeshis and all air travellers remains one of the government&#039;s foremost priorities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:35:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Ziaur Rahman, expatriates</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshis out of Lankan visa waiver</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshis-out-of-lankan-visa-waiver</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshis-out-of-lankan-visa-waiver</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladeshis continue to face ETA charges while visitors from India, Nepal and Pakistan receive free entry; although over 59,000 Bangladeshis visited Sri Lanka last year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:06:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, visa, ETA charge</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>Govt pushes safe workplaces for women in aviation, tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-pushes-safe-workplaces-for-women-in-aviation-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-pushes-safe-workplaces-for-women-in-aviation-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister urges parents to support girls&#039; education and skills development ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:42:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, tourism, minister, afroza khanam, aviation, workplace</media:keywords>
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<title>Creative economy to drive domestic tourism growth: Finance minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/creative-economy-to-drive-domestic-tourism-growth-finance-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/creative-economy-to-drive-domestic-tourism-growth-finance-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Domestic tourism alone has the potential to make a significant contribution to economic growth, even without a large influx of foreign visitors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:08:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury</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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<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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<title>FY27 budget prioritises tourism growth</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fy27-budget-prioritises-tourism-growth</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fy27-budget-prioritises-tourism-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The finance minister said the government is placing special emphasis on eco-tourism development and human resource capacity building to unlock the country’s vast tourism potential ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:27:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>budget, FY2026-27, Jatiya Sangsad, Finance minister, tourism, skilled manpower, tourism masterplan</media:keywords>
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<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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<title>Outbound tourism grapples with visa hurdle: BOTOF president</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/outbound-tourism-grapples-with-visa-hurdle-botof-president</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/outbound-tourism-grapples-with-visa-hurdle-botof-president</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Although there has been political stability in recent months, Bangladesh&#039;s international connectivity is yet to return to previous levels as visa processing still remains the biggest challenge ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:05:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BOTOF, president, Chowdhury Hasanuzzaman Rony, outbound, tourism, visa</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh eyes regional aviation hub status by 2034</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-eyes-regional-aviation-hub-status-by-2034</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-eyes-regional-aviation-hub-status-by-2034</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Govt is implementing an integrated development programme for the civil aviation sector to strengthen international connectivity, facilitate trade and position Bangladesh as a key aviation gateway in South and Southeast Asia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:57:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, aviation, tourism, finance minister, FY2026-27 budget, fiscal</media:keywords>
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<title>Tk1,824.90cr allocated for aviation, tourism in FY27</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tk182490cr-allocated-for-aviation-tourism-in-fy27</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tk182490cr-allocated-for-aviation-tourism-in-fy27</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The increased allocation, compared to the previous fiscal, reflects the government&#039;s growing focus on tourism and aviation as emerging drivers of economic growth, investment and employment ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:41:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Budget, fiscal year, FY2026-27, finance minister, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, tourism, aviation</media:keywords>
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<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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<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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<title>FY27 budget today: Tourism, aviation likely to be drivers of growth</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fy27-budget-today-tourism-aviation-likely-to-be-drivers-of-growth</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fy27-budget-today-tourism-aviation-likely-to-be-drivers-of-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Finance minister is likely to propose higher allocation for tourism infrastructure and aviation modernisation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:57:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, budget, FY2026, parliament, national budget</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates, Real Madrid extend partnership to 2031</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-real-madrid-extend-partnership-to-2031</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-real-madrid-extend-partnership-to-2031</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airline company and the football club have extended their partnership until 2031, making jersey sponsorship, covering men’s, women’s and basketball teams ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:49:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Real Madrid, partnership, football</media:keywords>
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<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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<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>Govt approves Jet A&#45;1 fuel import for June, August</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-approves-jet-a-1-fuel-import-for-june-august</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-approves-jet-a-1-fuel-import-for-june-august</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The approvals were granted at the 26th meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase at the Bangladesh Secretariat on Wednesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:10:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>government, CCGP, Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, A-1 fuel, gas oil</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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<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>Omni Residency offers tranquil escape in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/omni-residency-offers-tranquil-escape-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/omni-residency-offers-tranquil-escape-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The resort is an ideal choice for couples as well as people visiting Dhaka on short business trips, as it offers all modern hotel facilities at a highly competitive and economical price ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:27:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tariq Al Banna</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Omni Residency, resort, hotel, spa, continental, Italian, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, Asian, American</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>Bangladesh seeks to raise workforce in Russia to 100,000</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-seeks-to-raise-workforce-in-russia-to-100000</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The proposal was made by Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman during his three-day official visit to Russia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:12:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Russia, labour market, Foreign Minister, Dr Khalilur Rahman, migrant workers</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>US judge blocks Trump&amp;apos;s $100,000 H&#45;1B visa fee</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-judge-blocks-trumps-100000-h-1b-visa-fee</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-judge-blocks-trumps-100000-h-1b-visa-fee</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The court ruled that the charge amounted to an unlawful tax lacking congressional approval ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:07:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US, judge, H1B visa, Washington, California, legal, appeal</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>Govt unveils 2027 Hajj roadmap</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-unveils-2027-hajj-roadmap</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-unveils-2027-hajj-roadmap</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh releases the official Hajj 2027 roadmap, setting September 26, 2026 as the registration deadline for pilgrims ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:41:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, KSA, Bangladesh, goverment</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>Aviation, tourism sectors seek reforms in FY27 budget</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-tourism-sectors-seek-reforms-in-fy27-budget</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-tourism-sectors-seek-reforms-in-fy27-budget</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Industry leaders argue that aviation and tourism need more than increased allocations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:11:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, aviation, budget, incentive, reform</media:keywords>
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<title>Power cuts hit Cox’s Bazar hotels, tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/power-cuts-hit-coxs-bazar-hotels-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/power-cuts-hit-coxs-bazar-hotels-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A power transformer failure in Cox’s Bazar caused 8–10 hours of daily load-shedding ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:21:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, hotel, motel, power cut, tourism</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>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/berc-reduces-jet-fuel-price-by-tk-1567-per-litre</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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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>Iran team lands in Mexico amid US visa row</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-team-lands-in-mexico-amid-us-visa-row</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iran-team-lands-in-mexico-amid-us-visa-row</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran’s World Cup team arrives in Mexico after the US denies visas to 15 officials and requires players to fly in and out on match days amid ongoing political tensions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:39:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, USA, Mexico, football, FIFA, World Cup</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>December in Greece: Where the winter sun meets the vast blue sky</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/december-in-greece-where-the-winter-sun-meets-the-vast-blue-sky</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/december-in-greece-where-the-winter-sun-meets-the-vast-blue-sky</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:42:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Rifat Mahbub</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>US allegedly denies visas to Iran WC team staff</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-allegedly-denies-visas-to-iran-wc-team-staff</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-allegedly-denies-visas-to-iran-wc-team-staff</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Iranian football federation sees it as a politically motivated visa denial for its World Cup staffers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:18:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, USA, staff, football, visa, FIFA, World Cup</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>Over 37,000 Hajj pilgrims return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-37000-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/over-37000-hajj-pilgrims-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than half of this year&#039;s pilgrims expected to be back in Bangladesh by Sunday; return flights to continue until 1 July ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:04:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hajj, pilgrims, Bangladesh, return flights, Makkah, Medina</media:keywords>
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<title>Run your eyes over FIFA WC26 fixtures</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/run-your-eyes-over-fifa-wc26-fixtures</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/run-your-eyes-over-fifa-wc26-fixtures</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The world&#039;s most beautiful game is being organised in 16 host cities of Canada, Mexico and the United States from June 11 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:49:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Sports Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FIFA, World Cup, 2026, USA, Mexico, Canada</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>Hills offer cooler escape than beaches amid heatwaves</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hills-offer-cooler-escape-than-beaches-amid-heatwaves</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hills-offer-cooler-escape-than-beaches-amid-heatwaves</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With temperatures rising across much of the country and heatwaves becoming increasingly frequent, travellers are once again searching for destinations that offer comfort, relaxation and relief from the scorching weather ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:33:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>heatwave, temperature, traveller, tourist, tourism</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>Late&#45;night fire at Dhaka airport cargo village quickly contained</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/late-night-fire-at-dhaka-airport-cargo-village-quickly-contained</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/late-night-fire-at-dhaka-airport-cargo-village-quickly-contained</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Swift response by airport and fire service teams prevents disruption to flight operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:54:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, airport, fire, fire service</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>Heatwave dents tourism as Bangladesh awaits monsoon relief</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heatwave-dents-tourism-as-bangladesh-awaits-monsoon-relief</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heatwave-dents-tourism-as-bangladesh-awaits-monsoon-relief</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Delayed monsoon disrupts outdoor travel plans as popular destinations endure soaring temperatures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:29:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>heatwave, monsoon, temperature, Bangladesh, Bangladesh Meteorological Department, BMD</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>Govt urges media to verify social media reports before publication</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-urges-media-to-verify-social-media-reportsbefore-publication</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-urges-media-to-verify-social-media-reportsbefore-publication</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The briefing was organised following a viral Facebook post claiming that valuables and gifts had been stolen from the luggage of returning Hajj pilgrims ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:10:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, pilgrims</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>Govt dismisses viral Hajj luggage theft claim</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-dismisses-viral-hajj-luggage-theft-claim</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-dismisses-viral-hajj-luggage-theft-claim</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An internal investigation found no evidence of widespread theft or mishandling. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:00:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, civil Aviation, Tourism, Hajj, pilgrims, theft, viral</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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<item>
<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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<item>
<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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<item>
<title>Hotels, resorts, leisure parks see Eid holiday boom</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotels-resorts-leisure-parks-see-eid-holiday-boom</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotels-resorts-leisure-parks-see-eid-holiday-boom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourism and leisure industry in Bangladesh records a significant Eid holiday business, with hotels, resorts, amusement parks and the National Zoo recording increased numbers of visitors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:15:10 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, Bangladesh, Eid, holidays, hotel, resort</media:keywords>
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<item>
<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>Tourist turnout in Bandarban below expectations this Eid</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourist-turnout-in-bandarban-below-expectations-this-eid</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourist-turnout-in-bandarban-below-expectations-this-eid</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A visit to popular attractions, including Nilachal, Meghla, Shailaprapat and Rupali Jharna, on Saturday revealed noticeably smaller crowds compared with previous Eid holidays, when the sites were typically teeming with visitors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:26:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bandarban, Nilachal, Meghla, Shailaprapat, Rupali Jharna, Tourist, Eid, holidaymakers</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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<item>
<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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<item>
<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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<item>
<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>Eid tourists still thick in Cox’s Bazar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-tourists-still-thick-in-coxs-bazar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-tourists-still-thick-in-coxs-bazar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hotels near full as beach tourism remains vibrant despite end of long break ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:14:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid, holiday, tourist, Cox’s Bazar, Hotels, tourism, tourists</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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<item>
<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>Dhaka returns to normalcy after Eid holiday</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-returns-to-normalcy-after-eid-holiday</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-returns-to-normalcy-after-eid-holiday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Normal work, banking, court, and stock market activities resume in Dhaka and across Bangladesh from Monday (1 June) ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:58:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Eid, holidays, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<item>
<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>Sundarbans entry closes for all for 3 months</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sundarbans-entry-closes-for-all-for-3-months</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sundarbans-entry-closes-for-all-for-3-months</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The move aims to protect biodiversity, as fish spawn in the rivers and canals, wildlife, plants, seeds, June, August, the breeding season for many fish species, wildlife and plants ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:03:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sundarbans, 3-month ban, biodiversity, fish, spawn, rivers, canals, wildlife, reproduce, plants, seeds, June, August, breeding season, species</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>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/zia-martyrdom-anniv-observed-nationwide</guid>
<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>Rangamati emerges as top Eid getaway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-emerges-as-top-eid-getaway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-emerges-as-top-eid-getaway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nestled among rolling green hills and the expansive waters of Kaptai Lake, Rangamati attracts thousands of visitors each year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 16:04:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rangamati, kaptai lake, rajban Vihara, sajek valley, Buddhist heritage, asambasti</media:keywords>
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<title>Pabna draws tourists with heritage sites</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pabna-draws-tourists-with-heritage-sites</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pabna-draws-tourists-with-heritage-sites</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Located on the banks of the Padma River in the south-eastern part of Rajshahi division, Pabna is home to centuries-old zamindar palaces, Mughal-era mosques, iconic railway infrastructure and scenic wetlands ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 18:16:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pabna, Mughal-era, mosques, wetlands, Chalan Beel</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>Eight Eid getaways in Moulvibazar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eight-eid-getaways-in-moulvibazar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eight-eid-getaways-in-moulvibazar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Moulvibazar is emerging as one of Bangladesh’s most attractive Eid holiday destinations, offering travellers a blend of nature, heritage and eco-tourism within a single district ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:19:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Holiday, nature, heritage, eco-tourism, nature, heritage and eco-tourism, Ham Ham Waterfall, Hakaluki Haor, Monipuri villages, tea research centres, forest reserves</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>Omni Residency offers unique Eid staycation packages</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/omni-residency-offers-unique-eid-staycation-packages</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/omni-residency-offers-unique-eid-staycation-packages</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Exclusive Eid offers available from 20 May to 10 June at two locations in Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:48:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Omni Residency</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid airfares soar despite fuel price cut</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-airfares-soar-despite-fuel-price-cut</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-airfares-soar-despite-fuel-price-cut</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The lingering impact of Mideast conflict, reduced seat capacity and strong Eid demand have pushed ticket prices unusually higher, with fares on many routes increasing by 30 to 40 percent higher than normal seasonal levels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:59:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Adha, Middle East, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, labour destinations, Dhaka, Jeddah</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>Seven&#45;day Eid holiday boosts tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-day-eid-holiday-boosts-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/seven-day-eid-holiday-boosts-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Large crowds were seen at Gabtoli, Mohakhali, Sayedabad and Fulbaria bus terminals, while Kamalapur Railway Station and launch terminals also experienced a surge in passengers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:39:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gabtoli, Mohakhali, Sayedabad, Fulbaria, tourism, hotels, resorts</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid rush fuels domestic tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-rush-fuels-domestic-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-rush-fuels-domestic-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This year’s Eid travel is not only focused on family reunions but is also contributing to increased domestic tourism, as many travellers are planning extended holidays after Eid ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:19:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid travel, family reunion, BRTA, Bangladesh railway, RAB, BGB, Gabtoli, Mohakhali, Sayedabad</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Kuwait seek stronger ties in tourism, aviation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-kuwait-seek-stronger-ties-in-tourism-aviation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-kuwait-seek-stronger-ties-in-tourism-aviation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh and Kuwait have agreed to expand cooperation in tourism, civil aviation, investment, and manpower mobility following a high-level Bangladeshi delegation&#039;s visit to Kuwait ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:33:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Kuwait, envoy, tourism, aviation, diplomatic relations</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh opens Bay bidding round for oil, gas exploration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-opens-bay-bidding-round-for-oil-gas-exploration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-opens-bay-bidding-round-for-oil-gas-exploration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government on Sunday formally announced the &#039;Bangladesh Offshore Bidding Round-2026&#039;, offering 26 offshore blocks — including 11 shallow-sea and 15 deep-sea blocks — for exploration by international energy companies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 19:59:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bidding, Bangladesh Offshore Bidding Round-2026, Secretariat, Power, Energy, Mineral Resources, Minister, Iqbal Hassan Mahmood</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid rush lifts remittance inflow by 41%</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-rush-lifts-remittance-inflow-by-41</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-rush-lifts-remittance-inflow-by-41</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Strong expatriate earnings provide relief to Bangladesh’s foreign exchange market amid external payment pressure ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 19:38:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Adha, remittance, expatriate, debt repayment, fiscal year</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>‘Except Israel’ set to return on Bangladesh passports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/except-israel-set-to-return-on-bangladesh-passports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/except-israel-set-to-return-on-bangladesh-passports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government is planning to redesign passports and visa pages to better showcase Bangladesh’s culture, heritage and tourist attractions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 19:29:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed, passport, &#039;except israel&#039;, Bangladesh Secretariat Reporters Forum, National Martyrs&#039; Memorial, Tanguar Haor, Cox&#039;s Bazar, Sea Beach.</media:keywords>
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<title>Rajbari’s heritage gems beckon Eid travellers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajbaris-heritage-gems-beckon-eid-travellers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajbaris-heritage-gems-beckon-eid-travellers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rajbari boasts a rich blend of archaeological heritage, folklore, natural beauty and historical landmarks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 19:11:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rajbari, Dhaka, Gateway of Bengal, Ram Sagar, Krishna Sagar, Raja Sitaram Ray, Kalyan Dighi, Jor Bangla Temple</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>DU Professor Dr Mamun made UGC member</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/du-professor-dr-mamun-made-ugc-member</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/du-professor-dr-mamun-made-ugc-member</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dr Mamun has been appointed as a full-time member of the University Grants Commission for a four-year term ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:14:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UGC, University of Dhaka, Professor, academia</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>Impact of Mideast war on global tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/impact-of-mideast-war-on-global-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/impact-of-mideast-war-on-global-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourism depends heavily on safety, stability and seamless international mobility. As uncertainty deepens in the Middle East, airlines, hotels and tour operators are beginning to feel the heat ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 18:50:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tariq Al Banna</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, war, tourism, global tourism, Iran, Israel, US, Gulf, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan</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>Minister stresses accountability in project implementation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-stresses-accountability-in-project-implementation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-stresses-accountability-in-project-implementation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister emphasised on the importance of evaluating the financial feasibility of any future aviation or tourism-related project before approval ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:05:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>RADP, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, April, 2025-26 fiscal year, Secretariat, Saturday, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, CAAB</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>Riyadh Air to launch daily Dhaka&#45;Riyadh flight from August</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-to-launch-daily-dhaka-riyadh-flight-from-august</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riyadh-air-to-launch-daily-dhaka-riyadh-flight-from-august</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The carrier is completing final operational preparations to begin services on the high-demand Dhaka-Riyadh route ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 13:56:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Riyadh, Riyadh Air, CAAB, umrah pilgrims, expatriates</media:keywords>
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<title>No risk of Eid train disruption: Rail secretary</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-risk-of-eid-train-disruption-rail-secretary</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-risk-of-eid-train-disruption-rail-secretary</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Authorities are working actively to ensure smooth and comfortable journey ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 13:38:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, railway, rail secretary, vigilance, Eid rush</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>BB orders adequate cash supply in ATMs during Eid</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bb-orders-adequate-cash-supply-in-atms-during-eid</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bb-orders-adequate-cash-supply-in-atms-during-eid</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The central bank also asked the banks to guarantee adequate cash replenishment in ATM booths, strengthen security measures and conduct regular inspections of ATM locations by bank officials to ensure smooth operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:59:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh Bank, central bank, ATM booth, Eid-ul-Azha, POS, internet banking, e-payment, MFS, SMS</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>Govt committed to ensure media freedom: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-committed-to-ensure-media-freedom-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-committed-to-ensure-media-freedom-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government is determined to safeguard press freedom and has already begun work to form a Media Commission ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:22:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sarah Cooke, British High Commissioner to Dhaka, Information, Broadcasting, Minister, Zahir Uddin Swapon, State Minister, Secretariat</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>UAE’s dnata interested in HSIA 3rd terminal ground handling</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uaes-dnata-interested-in-hsia-3rd-terminal-ground-handling</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uaes-dnata-interested-in-hsia-3rd-terminal-ground-handling</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the meeting, both sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral ties between Bangladesh and the UAE, with particular focus on aviation development and tourism expansion ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:57:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE, Bangladesh, dnata, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Secretariat</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>Hotels, resorts all set for Eid travel rush</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotels-resorts-all-set-for-eid-travel-rush</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hotels-resorts-all-set-for-eid-travel-rush</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From Cox’s Bazar beaches to Sylhet tea gardens, tourists find options ranging from budget stays to luxury retreats ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:13:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, sylhet, tourism, eid holiday, hotel, seasonal package, eco tourism</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>Rajshahi litchi orchards draw tourists during harvest</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-litchi-orchards-draw-tourists-during-harvest</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rajshahi-litchi-orchards-draw-tourists-during-harvest</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourism operators in Rajshahi believe the growing popularity of orchard visits could open a new chapter for agro-tourism in the region, particularly during the summer fruit season ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:58:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourist, Rajshahi, litchi, tourism, DAE, Bombay litchi, Dhaka, Chattogram, Papia Rahman Moury</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>Smuggling attempt, 9,000&#45;litre jet fuel seized</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/smuggling-attempt-9000-litre-jet-fuel-seized</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/smuggling-attempt-9000-litre-jet-fuel-seized</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Two detained with tanker truck; four Padma Oil officials suspended, probe committee formed ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:11:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Smuggling, Chattogram, jet fuel, Padma Oil Company, Patenga, Sagarika, Ministry, Power, Energy, Mineral Resources</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>Saidpur airport to be upgraded into int&amp;apos;l gateway: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saidpur-airport-to-be-upgraded-into-intl-gateway-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saidpur-airport-to-be-upgraded-into-intl-gateway-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Airports with strategic importance and growing passenger demand would be upgraded gradually to international standards ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:25:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saidpur, airport, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Kuakata gears up to welcome Eid tourists</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuakata-gears-up-to-welcome-eid-tourists</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kuakata-gears-up-to-welcome-eid-tourists</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hotel and motel operators have taken various initiatives to make the holiday experience more enjoyable for visitors, while the local administration has introduced measures to ensure security ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:02:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kuakata, Eid holiday, hotel, motel, tourist, police, fire service</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>Rail return tickets for Eid trippers from Thursday</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rail-return-tickets-for-eid-trippers-from-thursday</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rail-return-tickets-for-eid-trippers-from-thursday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Passengers will be able to buy advance return trip tickets for May 31 on May 21, for June 1 on May 22, for June 2 on May 23, for June 3 on May 24 and for June 4 on May 25 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:42:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Azha, advance, train, ticket, passengers, Bangladesh Railway, May</media:keywords>
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<title>170 Bangladeshis return home from Libya</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/170-bangladeshis-return-home-from-libya</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/170-bangladeshis-return-home-from-libya</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The returnees arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka from Benghazi on a Buraq Air flight at around 5am on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:36:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Libya, Bangladesh, IOM, foreign ministry, expatriates&#039; welfare ministry, migrant workers, North Africa</media:keywords>
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<title>$5.1b mega Emirates engineering hub in Dubai</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/51b-mega-emirates-engineering-hub-in-dubai</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/51b-mega-emirates-engineering-hub-in-dubai</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new engineering complex will span around 1.1 million square metres — making it one of the world’s largest aviation engineering complex and the biggest steel structure in the Gulf region — and further strengthen Dubai’s position as a global aviation centre ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:27:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, China Railway Construction Corporation, Artelia, maintenance, repair, overhaul</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>Kantaji Temple: A monumental terracotta architecture</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kantaji-temple-a-monumental-terracotta-architecture</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/kantaji-temple-a-monumental-terracotta-architecture</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Inscriptions on the northern side of the temple reveal that Maharaja Prannath Roy initiated the construction and his son completed it in 1752 after Prannath Roy’s death in 1722 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:57:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tariq Al Banna</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prannath Roy, Dinajpur, Kantaji Temple, Bengali script, Kantanagar, Navaratna Temple, terracotta, architecture, structural design, intricate, craftsmanship</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>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bodies-of-missing-italian-divers-found-in-maldives</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Italy, scuba, Maldives, rescue</media:keywords>
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<title>Storm likely in 8 regions by Tuesday evening</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/storm-likely-in-8-regions-by-tuesday-evening</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ According to a weather warning issued on Tuesday morning, the affected regions are Dhaka, Faridpur, Barishal, Noakhali, Cumilla, Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar and Sylhet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:19:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BMD, weather, Dhaka, Faridpur, Barishal, Noakhali, Cumilla, Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates Boeing 777 pilots declare fuel emergency in Miami</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-boeing-777-pilots-declare-fuel-emergency-in-miami</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-boeing-777-pilots-declare-fuel-emergency-in-miami</guid>
<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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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:52:41 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Skilled workforce needed for aviation expansion: CAAB chief</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skilled-workforce-needed-for-aviation-expansion-caab-chief</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skilled-workforce-needed-for-aviation-expansion-caab-chief</guid>
<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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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:45:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Chairman, Air Vice Marshal Md Mostafa Mahmood Siddiq, International Civil Aviation Organisation, Cox’s Bazar Airport, Civil Aviation Academy, Rules of the Air</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh to celebrate Eid&#45;ul&#45;Adha on May 28</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-celebrate-eid-ul-adha-on-may-28</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-to-celebrate-eid-ul-adha-on-may-28</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Eid-ul-Adha, National Moon Sighting Committee, Saudi Arabia, Zilhajj moon</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Singapore discuss cooperation in aviation modernisation, tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-singapore-discuss-cooperation-in-aviation-modernisation-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-singapore-discuss-cooperation-in-aviation-modernisation-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the meeting, both sides emphasised strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Singapore, particularly in the aviation and tourism sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:23:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Singapore, Advanced Passenger Information System, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Aeronautical Revenue Management System, Singapore Ambassador, Bangladesh, Derek Loh Eu-Tse</media:keywords>
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<title>WB approves $350m support for Bangladesh LNG imports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/wb-approves-350m-support-for-bangladesh-lng-imports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/wb-approves-350m-support-for-bangladesh-lng-imports</guid>
<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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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:11:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>World Bank, LNG import, energy security, global energy markets, Energy Security Enhancement Project, International Development Association</media:keywords>
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<title>Aviation Express receives prestigious TITA award</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-express-receives-prestigious-tita-award</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-express-receives-prestigious-tita-award</guid>
<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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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:55:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOAB, TITA, Aviation Express, GDP, tourism, PPP initiatives, fortnightly, eco-tourism, adventure tourism, religious tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh urges New Zealand to expand education cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-urges-new-zealand-to-expand-education-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-urges-new-zealand-to-expand-education-cooperation</guid>
<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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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:40:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, New Zealand, uducation, businss</media:keywords>
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<title>SriLankan Airlines accuses Indians of ₹22m scam</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/srilankan-airlines-accuses-indians-of-22m-scam</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/srilankan-airlines-accuses-indians-of-22m-scam</guid>
<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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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:55:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sri Lanka, airlines, aviation, India, scam</media:keywords>
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<title>Forest&#45;themed resorts for tourists near Sundarbans</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/forest-themed-resorts-for-tourists-near-sundarbans</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/forest-themed-resorts-for-tourists-near-sundarbans</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Resort, sundarbans, mangrove forest, Forest Department, revenue</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla wins best domestic airline award</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-wins-best-domestic-airline-award</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-wins-best-domestic-airline-award</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, Bangla, airlines, award</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar seeks skilled Bangladeshi technical hands</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-seeks-skilled-bangladeshi-technical-hands</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-seeks-skilled-bangladeshi-technical-hands</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<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>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gary-farstad-new-gm-of-westin-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/gary-farstad-new-gm-of-westin-dhaka</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Westin, dhaka, GM, Gary Farstad, hospitality</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka, IOM discuss safety for migrant workers in Maldives</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-iom-discuss-safety-for-migrant-workers-in-maldives</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-iom-discuss-safety-for-migrant-workers-in-maldives</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, the Maldives, IOM, high commission, migrant workers</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt envisions major tourism expansion: Millat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-envisions-major-tourism-expansion-millat</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-envisions-major-tourism-expansion-millat</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourism sector is expected to contribute up to 9% to GDP as Bangladesh moves to expand infrastructure and investment ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:13:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOAB, PPP, State Minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>Riders oppose new advance tax in budget</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riders-oppose-new-advance-tax-in-budget</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/riders-oppose-new-advance-tax-in-budget</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The protesters argued that motorcycles are no longer luxury items but have become an essential mode of transport and a source of livelihood for millions of people ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:18:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>riders, motorcycles, advance income tax, VAT, budget, financial pressure</media:keywords>
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<title>Social media rife with Trump, Netanyahu, Modi, BCS Cadre cattle brands</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/social-media-rife-with-trump-netanyahu-modi-bcs-cadre-cattle-brands</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/social-media-rife-with-trump-netanyahu-modi-bcs-cadre-cattle-brands</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In recent years, a new trend has dramatically changed the atmosphere of Qurbani markets: viral branding. Suddenly, cows and buffaloes are no longer just animals. They become celebrities out of the blue ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:05:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Azha, Donald Trump, Netanyahu, Narayanganj, diplomats, BCS Cadre, viral, buffalo, qurbani</media:keywords>
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<title>Three scanners inoperative at Dhaka airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-scanners-inoperative-at-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-scanners-inoperative-at-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The situation remains under control for now due to relatively low export pressure, but a surge in cargo volumes during the next peak export season could create a serious operational bottleneck ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, explosives scanner, export, Explosive Detection System, European Union, Explosive Detection Dog, CAAB</media:keywords>
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<title>Dubai Taxi to recruit 6,000 Bangladeshi drivers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-taxi-to-recruit-6000-bangladeshi-drivers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dubai-taxi-to-recruit-6000-bangladeshi-drivers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the meeting, State Minister Nurul Haque Nur urged the company to reduce migration costs for Bangladeshi drivers to around Tk100,000 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 16:49:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai Taxi Company, Expatriates’ Welfare, Overseas Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Choudhury, State Minister, Nurul Haque Nur</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka airport launches free Wi&#45;Fi service</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-airport-launches-free-wi-fi-service</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-airport-launches-free-wi-fi-service</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Free high-speed internet now available across all terminals, with capacity to serve nearly 37,500 passengers simultaneously ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 16:35:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Wi-Fi, HSIA, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, aviation, Posts, Telecommunications, Information Technology, Faqir Mahbub Anam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Prime Minister’s Adviser, Posts, Telecommunications, ICT, Rehan Asif Asad</media:keywords>
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<title>No licence for hotels, restaurants sans ramps</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-licence-for-hotels-restaurants-sans-ramps</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/no-licence-for-hotels-restaurants-sans-ramps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With an aim to make tourism and hospitality sector disability-friendly, the government has made accessibility mandatory for hotels, restaurants ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 16:06:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>hotel, restaurants, ramp, Local Government Division, disabilities, accessibility, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Explore distinct cultural heritage of Chattogram</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/explore-distinct-cultural-heritage-of-chattogram</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/explore-distinct-cultural-heritage-of-chattogram</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chattogram, Bangladesh, toursim, traveller, hill, port</media:keywords>
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<title>Airbus revises Biman offer after Boeing’s $3.7b deal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-revises-biman-offer-after-boeings-37b-deal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-revises-biman-offer-after-boeings-37b-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The European company recently placed a fresh proposal before Biman, offering four A350-900 wide-body aircraft and six A321neo narrow-body jets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:04:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airbus, biman, bangladesh, airlines, dreamliners, US, Boeing</media:keywords>
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<title>Thunderstorms likely in seven districts by evening: BMD</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thunderstorms-likely-in-seven-districts-by-evening-bmd</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thunderstorms-likely-in-seven-districts-by-evening-bmd</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Temporary rain or thundershowers may occur in Rangpur, Pabna, Tangail, Mymensingh, Cumilla, Noakhali and Sylhet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 12:57:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rangpur, Pabna, Tangail, Mymensingh, Cumilla, Noakhali and Sylhet, BMD</media:keywords>
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<title>Red crab reservation can draw more tourists to Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/red-crab-reservation-can-draw-more-tourists-to-coxs-bazar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/red-crab-reservation-can-draw-more-tourists-to-coxs-bazar</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<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>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/six-including-rescuer-die-in-maldives-scuba-tragedy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/six-including-rescuer-die-in-maldives-scuba-tragedy</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maldives, Italian, scuba, diving, rescuer, tragedy, Vaavu Atoll</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman to recruit director finance</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-to-recruit-director-finance</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-to-recruit-director-finance</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Applicants must have proven experience as a senior finance executive and preference will be given to those with experience in the aviation, transport or related service sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:23:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman Bangladesh Airlines, IFRS, airline, applicants</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar Airways ups cargo capacity in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-ups-cargo-capacity-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-ups-cargo-capacity-in-dhaka</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar Airways Cargo, Doha, Budapest, Vienna, Caracas, Venezuela, Bogotá, Colombia, New York, São Paulo, Kathmandu, flights</media:keywords>
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<title>Strict action against illegal sea migration: State minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/strict-action-against-illegal-sea-migration-state-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/strict-action-against-illegal-sea-migration-state-minister</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<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>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-festival-celebrates-cultural-ties-with-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-festival-celebrates-cultural-ties-with-bangladesh</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<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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<title>LPG sector seeks policy support, supply</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lpg-sector-seeks-policy-support-supply</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lpg-sector-seeks-policy-support-supply</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Speakers discussed challenges facing the sector, including supply shortages, complex licensing procedures, investment protection and the promotion of environmentally friendly alternative fuels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 17:29:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, LPG Autogas Station, Conversion Workshop, Owners Association, RAOWA Club, Middle East, LNG, liquid fuels, Serajul Mawla, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Indian flight briefly halted by fox at Dhaka airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indian-flight-briefly-halted-by-fox-at-dhaka-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indian-flight-briefly-halted-by-fox-at-dhaka-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The flight remained stationary for around one minute before resuming movement towards the terminal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 17:18:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Week&#45;long mega discounts for Pandapro users</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/week-long-mega-discounts-for-pandapro-users</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/week-long-mega-discounts-for-pandapro-users</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Foodpanda’s “Proweeks” campaign offers Pandapro subscribers up to 40% off food, 50% off groceries, and 30% off partner shops until May 19, 2026 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 16:59:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pandapro, Foodpanda, offer, discount, service</media:keywords>
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<title>Content creator Kaarina dies, body arrives tomorrow</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/content-creator-kaarina-dies-body-arrives-tomorrow</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/content-creator-kaarina-dies-body-arrives-tomorrow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kaarina had been battling critical liver complications for several days ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 16:34:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Trump, Netanyahu, Modi buffaloes go viral</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/trump-netanyahu-modi-buffaloes-go-viral</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/trump-netanyahu-modi-buffaloes-go-viral</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ US Embassy officials want to see the viral ‘Donald Trump’ as two more have joined the list — ‘Narendra Modi buffalo’ and ‘Netanyahu buffalo&#039; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 16:30:34 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Donald Trump, Narendra Modi, Netanyahu, buffalo, Rabeya Agro Farm, Livestock Officer, Narayanganj, Sadar upazila, SS Cattle Farm, Bangladesh, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Boeing stock drops 4%</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-stock-drops-4</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/boeing-stock-drops-4</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Boeing stock dropped 4% because China&#039;s order for 200 jets came in well below the 500-aircraft deal Wall Street had already priced in ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 16:10:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Boeing, stock, Wall Street, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt giving equal importance to all sports: Aminul</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-giving-equal-importance-to-all-sports-aminul</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-giving-equal-importance-to-all-sports-aminul</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Govt has already brought 300 athletes from 28 sports federations under a monthly salary structure of Tk 100,000 to ensure professionalism among players ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:55:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sports, salary, First Division Badminton League, infrastructure development</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, US seal landmark energy cooperation pact</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-us-seal-landmark-energy-cooperation-pact</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-us-seal-landmark-energy-cooperation-pact</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The agreement comes at a critical time when many countries, including Bangladesh, are facing mounting challenges in ensuring energy security amid ongoing instability in the Middle East ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:34:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>MoU, bangladesh, US, Washington, energy treaty</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt grants 7&#45;day Eid&#45;ul&#45;Adha vacation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-grants-7-day-eid-ul-adha-vacation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-grants-7-day-eid-ul-adha-vacation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The gazette notification said the vacation for the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha will be from May 25 to 31 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:35:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Adha, 7-day, Public Administration Ministry, Labour and Employment Ministry, emergency and essential services</media:keywords>
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<title>Visit Chapainawabganj, the mango capital</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-chapainawabganj-the-mango-capital</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-chapainawabganj-the-mango-capital</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Covering an area of 1,744 square kilometres, Chapainawabganj lies at the westernmost edge of Bangladesh ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:14:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Choto Sona Mosque, Khoniadighi Mosque, Shah Niyamatullah, Kansat Mango Market, Darasbari Mosque, Chapainawabganj, Rajbibi Mosque</media:keywords>
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<title>Air India suspends direct Dhaka flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-india-suspends-direct-dhaka-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-india-suspends-direct-dhaka-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The decision is expected to affect passengers travelling between Bangladesh and India ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:54:16 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air India, India, Dhaka, Bangladesh, aviation, flight</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka airport’s 3rd terminal to expand capacity: CAAB chairman</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-airports-3rd-terminal-to-expand-capacity-caab-chairman</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-airports-3rd-terminal-to-expand-capacity-caab-chairman</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several modern technologies are being introduced at the third terminal to reduce passenger inconvenience and improve service quality to international standards ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:52:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, third terminal, BATJA, CAAB, Air Vice Marshal Mostafa Mahmud Siddiq, Bogura, Ishwardi, Thakurgaon, Lalmonirhat</media:keywords>
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<title>France confines 1,700 on cruise ship after 90&#45;year&#45;old dies</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/france-confines-1700-on-cruise-ship-after-90-year-old-dies</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/france-confines-1700-on-cruise-ship-after-90-year-old-dies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ French authorities locked down a British cruise ship in Bordeaux after a 90-year-old passenger died and about 50 people suffered stomach illnesses, with initial tests ruling out norovirus ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:21:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>France, cruise ship, tourism, Britain</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism sector seeks stronger state backing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-sector-seeks-stronger-state-backing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-sector-seeks-stronger-state-backing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Around four million people are directly and indirectly employed in the tourism sector, making it an important source of jobs and foreign currency earnings ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:12:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, dhaka, roundtable, UTSSOB, Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Novoair, TOAB</media:keywords>
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<title>Pioneering solar&#45;powered plane crashes into sea</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pioneering-solar-powered-plane-crashes-into-sea</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pioneering-solar-powered-plane-crashes-into-sea</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Solar Impulse 2, the historic solar-powered plane that circled the world without fuel, crashed into the Gulf of Mexico after being converted into a drone ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:15:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>solar, sea, plane, drone, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt plans health centres at sea beaches for tourists</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-plans-health-centres-at-sea-beaches-for-tourists</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-plans-health-centres-at-sea-beaches-for-tourists</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister said revising existing policies is essential to strengthen tourist safety measures at sea beaches ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:47:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Goverment, Bangladesh, tourist, beach, centre</media:keywords>
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<title>16th&#45;century Kherua Mosque in Bogura battling neglect</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/16th-century-kherua-mosque-in-bogura-battling-neglect</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/16th-century-kherua-mosque-in-bogura-battling-neglect</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Located around 1.5 kilometres south of Sherpur upazila town in the Khondkartola area of Shah Bandegi union, the mosque is regarded as one of Bogura’s finest examples of medieval architecture ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:22:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tariq Al Banna</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>sherpur, bogura, bandegi, mediaval architecture, Department of Archaeology, Mughal architectural style</media:keywords>
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<title>Thailand eyes major tourism industry push</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thailand-eyes-major-tourism-industry-push</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thailand-eyes-major-tourism-industry-push</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thailand is advancing five major tourism reforms aimed at strengthening cultural identity, boosting economic growth, and promoting sustainable and balanced tourism development nationwide ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:03:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thailand, toursim, travel, policy, industry</media:keywords>
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<title>Polghata Bridge: A unique Mughal&#45;era heritage in Munshiganj</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/polghata-bridge-a-unique-mughal-era-heritage-in-munshiganj</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/polghata-bridge-a-unique-mughal-era-heritage-in-munshiganj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Polghata Bridge, a rare Mughal-era structure built of brick and surki, located at Panam Polghata village under Rampal union under Munshiganj Sadar upazila, is about 8 km from Munshiganj town and connects the Sadar area with Tongibari upazila ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:57:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tariq Al Banna</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Polghata Bridge, Munshiganj, Tongibari, Panam Nagar Bridge, Mir Kadim canal, Department of Archaeology</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshis worried as ME conflict affects jobs</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshis-worried-as-me-conflict-affects-jobs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshis-worried-as-me-conflict-affects-jobs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At least 5,000 Bangladeshis have lost their jobs in Lebanon, several companies in Saudi Arabia have reduced their workforce and workers are facing not only wage cuts and wage theft, but also rising inflation across Gulf countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:41:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, migrant workers, Gulf region, Refugee and Migratory Movements Research Unit, RMMRU, National Press Club, Bureau of Manpower, Saudi Arabia, Dhaka University, BMET</media:keywords>
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<title>Celebratory dinner for PBL&#45;Pandamart campaign winners</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/celebratory-dinner-for-pbl-pandamart-campaign-winners</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/celebratory-dinner-for-pbl-pandamart-campaign-winners</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Prime Bank and Pandamart celebrated Mother’s Day by hosting a special dinner for 10 campaign-winning customers and their mothers, focusing customer satisfaction through a unique digital commerce initiative ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:45:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Bank, Pandamart, Foodpanda, Mother&#039;s Day, dinner</media:keywords>
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<title>Two new airlines set to boost Nepal’s aviation sector</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-new-airlines-set-to-boost-nepals-aviation-sector</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-new-airlines-set-to-boost-nepals-aviation-sector</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Two new carriers, Sagarmatha Air and Danphe Airlines, are moving closer to launching operations in Nepal after securing approval to import aircraft and expand their planned fleets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:16:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, airlines, aviation, domestic aviation, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Major reshuffle at immigration, passport dept</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/major-reshuffle-at-immigration-passport-dept</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/major-reshuffle-at-immigration-passport-dept</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Director General of the department Major General Md Nurul Anwar revealed the information in a notification on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:56:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Department of Immigration and Passports, Habiganj, Gopalganj, Dhaka, Faridpur, Narayanganj, Rangpur</media:keywords>
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<title>QR codes on bank dockets must to fasten visa verification</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qr-codes-on-bank-dockets-must-to-fasten-visa-verification</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qr-codes-on-bank-dockets-must-to-fasten-visa-verification</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The move aims to ease the administrative burden on foreign embassies and visa processing centres while improving the accuracy and efficiency of financial document verification ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:16:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh Bank, BB, directive, scheduled banks, Quick Response, QR code, bank statements, solvency certificates, investment certificates, visa applications</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt urges Bangladeshis in South Lebanon to relocate to safer areas</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-urges-bangladeshis-in-south-lebanon-to-relocate-to-safer-areas</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-urges-bangladeshis-in-south-lebanon-to-relocate-to-safer-areas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The expatriates&#039; welfare ministry&#039;s advisory warned nationals to avoid any installations or areas that could potentially be targeted by Israeli forces ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:01:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Government of Bangladesh, Middle East, South Lebanon, Nabatieh, Tyre, Bint Jbeil, Marjayoun, Sidon, Israel</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid train ticket sales end within an hour</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-train-ticket-sales-end-within-an-hour</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-train-ticket-sales-end-within-an-hour</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Demand was extremely high, with around six million hits recorded on the ticketing website during the first 30 minutes which means an average of 393 people competed for each ticket ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:33:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eid-ul-Azha, train ticket, online sale, Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, Mymensingh</media:keywords>
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<title>US flight attendants’ union urges screening for Hantavirus</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-flight-attendants-union-pushes-for-pre-flight-illness-screening-for-hantavirus</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-flight-attendants-union-pushes-for-pre-flight-illness-screening-for-hantavirus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Following a cruise ship hantavirus outbreak and a KLM flight attendant&#039;s scare, the largest US flight attendant union urges American airlines to screen passengers for symptoms and offer penalty-free rebooking ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 21:19:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>FedEx’s MD&#45;11F cargo jets return to the air</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fedexs-md-11f-cargo-jets-return-to-the-air</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fedexs-md-11f-cargo-jets-return-to-the-air</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ After a six-month grounding following a fatal UPS crash, two of FedEx’s MD-11Fs have returned to the skies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:28:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FedEx, UPS, cargo, aviation, crash</media:keywords>
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<title>Cannes’ curtain raises tonight</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cannes-curtain-raises-tonight</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cannes-curtain-raises-tonight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Biggest cine stars will walk on the red carpet rolled out at the 79th Cannes Film Festival ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:52:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cannes, festival, film, Paris, France</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh eyes Turkish partnership to modernise airport ground handling</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-eyes-turkish-partnership-to-modernise-airport-ground-handling</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-eyes-turkish-partnership-to-modernise-airport-ground-handling</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh is moving to deepen aviation ties with Türkiye as Çelebi Aviation eyes participation in airport ground handling operations to help modernize services and boost tourism infrastructure ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:48:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Turkey, airport, aviation, ground handling</media:keywords>
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<title>Tilagor Ecopark: A destination for nature lovers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tilagor-ecopark-a-destination-for-nature-lovers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tilagor-ecopark-a-destination-for-nature-lovers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Every day, visitors from different parts of the country come to the park to enjoy its greenery and calm atmosphere ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:52:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tilagor Ecopark, Sylhet, Narail, Forest Department, Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet Engineering College</media:keywords>
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<title>Nepal simplifies visa process for Bangladeshi patients: Envoy</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-simplifies-visa-process-for-bangladeshi-patients-envoy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-simplifies-visa-process-for-bangladeshi-patients-envoy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Doctors at the conference called for expanding treatment opportunities, including kidney and liver transplants ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:23:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepalese Ambassador, Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, patients, liver, kidney diseases, Nepal Mediciti Hospital</media:keywords>
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<title>Trump to visit China with Boeing CEO as potential jet deal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/trump-to-visit-china-with-boeing-ceo-as-potential-jet-deal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/trump-to-visit-china-with-boeing-ceo-as-potential-jet-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The potential deal would mark a major win for Boeing as it recovers from years of safety and production challenges ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:56:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, China, Trump, Boeing, aviation, jet</media:keywords>
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<title>Police aviation unit ‘not realistic’ now: Home minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/police-aviation-unit-not-realistic-now-home-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/police-aviation-unit-not-realistic-now-home-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He said the government could reconsider the proposal once the force demonstrates sufficient technical and operational capacity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:53:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PMO, Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed, Rapid Action Battalion, aviation unit, police, Police Week 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Birdwatchers&amp;apos; park opening in Rajshahi soon</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/birdwatchers-park-opening-in-rajshahi-soon</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/birdwatchers-park-opening-in-rajshahi-soon</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rajshahi Bird Park is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Livestock and other relevant authorities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:51:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rajshahi, RCC, livestock ministry, zoo, forest department</media:keywords>
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<title>Cannes ready to cast light on glamour world</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cannes-ready-to-cast-light-on-glamour-world</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/cannes-ready-to-cast-light-on-glamour-world</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 79th edition runs May 12-23, featuring Johansson, Travolta, and a historic jury led by Park Chan-wook ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:07:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cannes, film, France, cinema</media:keywords>
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<title>Malaysia Airlines flight&amp;apos;s tyre bursts at Hong Kong airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-airlines-flights-tyre-bursts-at-hong-kong-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-airlines-flights-tyre-bursts-at-hong-kong-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Malaysia Airlines Flight MH79, bound for Kuala Lumpur, aborted taking off from the airport’s South Runway due to tyre burst ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:27:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Malaysia, Hong Kong, aviation, tyre, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Schengen embassies in Dhaka say visa doesn&amp;apos;t guarantee entry</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/schengen-embassies-in-dhaka-say-visa-doesnt-guarantee-entry</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/schengen-embassies-in-dhaka-say-visa-doesnt-guarantee-entry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The notice, published on the verified Facebook pages of the Schengen embassies in Dhaka, said that although a Schengen visa allows travel to the region, border police have the final authority to decide whether a traveller will be allowed to enter ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:15:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Schengen, embassy, visa holders, travel insurance, visa, advisory, travel</media:keywords>
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<title>Emirates Group posts record $6.6b annual profit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-group-posts-record-66b-annual-profit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/emirates-group-posts-record-66b-annual-profit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Its profit rose 7% year-on-year for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, driven by strong global travel demand, cargo growth and network expansion ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:57:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Emirates, Dubai, aircraft, infrastructure, Emirates SkyCargo</media:keywords>
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<title>Smuggling clues found on Biman mechanics’ phones</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/smuggling-clues-found-on-biman-mechanics-phones</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/smuggling-clues-found-on-biman-mechanics-phones</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Investigators have found key evidence of a gold smuggling operation from the mobile phones of three mechanics and helpers after 18 kilograms of gold were recovered from a toilet compartment of a Biman flight ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:48:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>gold, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, mechanics, helpers</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt reiterates zero tolerance against illegal migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-reiterates-zero-tolerance-against-illegal-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-reiterates-zero-tolerance-against-illegal-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting was organised following the recent deaths of several Bangladeshi migrants in the Mediterranean Sea along the Bangladesh-Libya-Italy route ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>State Minister, Foreign Ministry, Shama Obaed Islam, European Union, IMO, Italian Ambassador, Antonio Alessandro</media:keywords>
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<title>New airline Air Congo to fly in European skies</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-airline-air-congo-to-fly-in-european-skies</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/new-airline-air-congo-to-fly-in-european-skies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This will be the first European route for the new national carrier from the Democratic Republic of the Congo ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:53:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Congo, Belgium, Brussles, Africa</media:keywords>
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<title>Turkish plane evacuated in Nepal following landing gear fault</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-plane-evacuated-in-nepal-following-landing-gear-fault</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/turkish-plane-evacuated-in-nepal-following-landing-gear-fault</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ All 277 passengers and 11 crew on board were evacuated using the emergency ‌exits, ⁠and nobody was injured ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:10:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airlines, Turkish Airlines, Nepal, Kathmandu, gear</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;apos;Nepal Festival&amp;apos; in Dhaka on May 15</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-festival-in-dhaka-on-may-15</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nepal-festival-in-dhaka-on-may-15</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The festival will take place at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy’s National Theatre Hall and is expected to showcase Nepal’s rich cultural and culinary heritage ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:43:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nepal, Festival, food and culture, culinary heritage, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Archer Aviation advances air taxi service in UAE</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/archer-aviation-advances-air-taxi-service-in-uae</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/archer-aviation-advances-air-taxi-service-in-uae</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Archer has moved closer to launching commercial air taxi services in the UAE after securing entry into the country’s new Restricted Type Certificate programme for its Midnight eVTOL aircraft ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:34:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, UAE, air taxi, service, eVTOL aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Bhutan plans new airport eyeing major tourism expansion</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bhutan-plans-new-airport-eyeing-major-tourism-expansion</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bhutan-plans-new-airport-eyeing-major-tourism-expansion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Most international visitors currently enter Bhutan through Paro International Airport, which is known for its challenging mountain landings and limited flight operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:25:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bhutan, Paro International Airport, Gelephu Mindfulness City, Gelephu International Airport, Royal Manas National Park</media:keywords>
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<title>Leaders Travel Aviation offers corporate, medical, religious services</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/leaders-travel-aviation-offers-corporate-medical-religious-services</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/leaders-travel-aviation-offers-corporate-medical-religious-services</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The company will provide integrated travel solutions for individuals, corporate clients and organisations, with a focus on reliability, efficiency and customer-centred service ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 14:36:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel, customer, medical tourism, visa processing, international air ticketing, hotel, Makkah, Madinah</media:keywords>
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<title>Five persons, periodical honoured for contributions to travel literature</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-persons-periodical-honoured-for-contributions-to-travel-literature</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-persons-periodical-honoured-for-contributions-to-travel-literature</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The award ceremony was held on Saturday at the auditorium of Biswa Sahitya Kendra at Banglamotor in Dhaka ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 14:17:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saturday, award, literature, photography, bishwa sahitya kendra, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight taking off from Denver hits pedestrian on runway</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-taking-off-from-denver-hits-pedestrian-on-runway</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-taking-off-from-denver-hits-pedestrian-on-runway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plane, a narrow-body Airbus A321, was carrying 224 passengers and seven crew members ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:04:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>flight, aviation, Denver, pedestrain, aviation, airport, airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Historic Lalkuthi set to reopen after overhaul</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/historic-lalkuthi-set-to-reopen-after-overhaul</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/historic-lalkuthi-set-to-reopen-after-overhaul</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The restoration work on the red-brick structure began in 2023 and has now been mostly completed after almost three years; only some decorative work related to the red-brick architectural features is still left ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:53:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Lalkuthi, DSCC, Project Director, Lalkuthi Renovation Project, Farashganj, Shyambazar, Sadarghat</media:keywords>
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<title>Operations snapped at 13 Russian airports after UAV strike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/operations-snapped-at-13-russian-airports-after-uav-strike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/operations-snapped-at-13-russian-airports-after-uav-strike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Air traffic management operations in the region had been “temporarily adjusted” following the incident while authorities assess the operational status of equipment at the site ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:18:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Russia, North Caucasus, Ukrain, Astrakhan, Vladikavkaz, Volgograd, Gelendzhik, Grozny, Krasnodar, Makhachkala, Magas, Mineralnye Vody, Nalchik, Sochi, Stavropol, Elista</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladeshi killed in Ukrainian drone attack in Russia</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-killed-in-ukrainian-drone-attack-in-russia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladeshi-killed-in-ukrainian-drone-attack-in-russia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He is believed to have died around a week ago ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:04:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, Russia, Ukraine, drone, war</media:keywords>
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<title>Visit &amp;apos;Mother’s Market&amp;apos; on Mother&amp;apos;s Day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-mothers-market-on-mothers-day</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/visit-mothers-market-on-mothers-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mother’s Market will showcase 30 mother-led businesses offering handcrafted, self-made and passion-driven products, including hand-painted sarees, artisanal jewellery, homemade preserves and handcrafted candles ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:56:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mother&#039;s day, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan, hospitality, motherhood, craftsmanship, fashion, artisanal foods</media:keywords>
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<title>Migrant worker Dipali&amp;apos;s body back home from Beirut</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/migrant-worker-dipalis-body-back-home-from-beirut</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/migrant-worker-dipalis-body-back-home-from-beirut</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Her tragic fate highlights the extreme vulnerability of Bangladeshi migrant workers in conflict zones and raises urgent questions about the adequacy of protections for them when host countries descend into war ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:32:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>migrant worker, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Beirut, State Minister, ForeignMinistry, Shama Obaid Islam</media:keywords>
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<title>Grab Foodpanda&amp;apos;s special offers on Mother’s Day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/grab-foodpandas-special-offers-on-mothers-day</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/grab-foodpandas-special-offers-on-mothers-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As part of the campaign, customers will get Tk. 175 off of their orders instead of the usual Tk. 150 discount ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:51:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>foodpanda, offer, Mother&#039;s Day, food, estaurant</media:keywords>
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<title>AirAsia places milestone order for 150 A220s</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airasia-places-milestone-order-for-150-a220s</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airasia-places-milestone-order-for-150-a220s</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The A220 complements AirAsia’s existing Airbus fleet and will play a key role in advancing the Group’s network and growth ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:18:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>AirAsia, Airbus, aircraft, aviation, fleet, A220</media:keywords>
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<title>Hemonti blossoms turn Uttara Ganabhaban into tourist attraction</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hemonti-blossoms-turn-uttara-ganabhaban-into-tourist-attraction</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Seven Hemonti trees scattered across the palace grounds are currently in full bloom, creating a colorful and tranquil atmosphere ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:57:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hemonti, flower, blossom, tourism, Uttara, Natore</media:keywords>
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<title>Business&#45;politics nexus affects press freedom: TIB</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/business-politics-nexus-affects-press-freedom-tib</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/business-politics-nexus-affects-press-freedom-tib</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iftekharuzzaman said the more democracy, accountability, freedom of expression and citizens’ rights are restricted, the greater the pressure on the media ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:49:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>political, economic, interests, media ownership, policymaking, news coverage</media:keywords>
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<title>EU bans airlines from adding fuel charges after ticket purchase</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eu-bans-airlines-from-adding-fuel-charges-after-ticket-purchase</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eu-bans-airlines-from-adding-fuel-charges-after-ticket-purchase</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ &quot;Airlines may adapt their published fares to the situation, but adding a fuel surcharge to a ticket after it has been bought cannot be justified&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:11:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>EU, Brussels, European Commission, package holidays, spokeswoman, Anna-Kaisa Itkonen, aviation sector, Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Five&#45;year integrated plan likely for haor development</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-year-integrated-plan-likely-for-haor-development</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/five-year-integrated-plan-likely-for-haor-development</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Govt aims to improve livelihoods in the country’s haor regions, boost agricultural production, strengthen water management, preserve biodiversity and develop sustainable infrastructure ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:10:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Government, tanguar haor, Prime Minister, Ministries, Finance, Planning, Dr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt declares 7&#45;day Eid vacation from May 25</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-declares-7-day-eid-vacation-from-may-25</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-declares-7-day-eid-vacation-from-may-25</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The decision was made at a cabinet meeting held on Thursday, chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:09:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, government, holiday, Eid-ul-Azha</media:keywords>
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<title>WHO tracing 98 passengers on flight with hantavirus victim</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/who-tracing-98-passengers-on-flight-with-hantavirus-victim</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/who-tracing-98-passengers-on-flight-with-hantavirus-victim</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The World Health Organization is urgently working to trace the passengers who were aboard a flight with the Dutch woman who died of hantavirus infection ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:25:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>WHO, Hantavirus, flight, infection</media:keywords>
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<title>Once Mughal&#45;era Bakarkhani now Dhaka’s heritage</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/once-mughal-era-bakarkhani-now-dhakas-heritage</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/once-mughal-era-bakarkhani-now-dhakas-heritage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:24:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>174 more Bangladeshis return home from Libya</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/174-more-bangladeshis-return-home-from-libya</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/174-more-bangladeshis-return-home-from-libya</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The returnees arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on a Buraq Air flight at around 5:00am on Thursday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:33:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Repatriate, IOM, foreign ministry, Libya, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Europe</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel price decreases by Tk22 per litre</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-price-decreases-by-tk22-per-litre</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-price-decreases-by-tk22-per-litre</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the revised rates announced on Thursday, the price of jet fuel for domestic flights has been cut by nearly Tk22 to Tk205.45 per litre from Tk227.80 per litre ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:03:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jet fuel, BERC, airlines, domestic, international flights</media:keywords>
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<title>UK imposes sanctions on Bangladeshi travel agency</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-imposes-sanctions-on-bangladeshi-travel-agency</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-imposes-sanctions-on-bangladeshi-travel-agency</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Promised high-paying jobs in Russia, ordinary Bangladeshi citizens allegedly found themselves forced onto the front lines of the war against Ukraine after being recruited by Dream Home Travels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:50:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UK, sanctions, Bangladesh, agency, Russia, Ukraine, war</media:keywords>
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<title>Ensuring human rights of migrant workers a must: Ariful</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ensuring-human-rights-of-migrant-workers-a-must-ariful</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ensuring-human-rights-of-migrant-workers-a-must-ariful</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He made the remarks while co-chairing the Multi-Stakeholder Round Table 4 of the International Migration Review Forum at the UN Headquarters in New York on Tuesday ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:24:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>United Nations, Expatriates’ Welfare, Overseas Employment, Minister, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, migrant workers, xenophobia</media:keywords>
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<title>Sylhet&amp;apos;s Golapganj emerges as agro&#45;tourism hub</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sylhets-golapganj-emerges-as-agro-tourism-hub</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sylhets-golapganj-emerges-as-agro-tourism-hub</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Once known primarily for its agricultural output, Golapganj is increasingly being recognised for offering immersive rural experiences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 15:30:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sylhet, Golapganj, agritourism, agroforestry, BADC, rural experience, DAE</media:keywords>
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<title>Int’l airport, pilot academy in the offing in Bogura</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/intl-airport-pilot-academy-in-the-offing-in-bogura</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/intl-airport-pilot-academy-in-the-offing-in-bogura</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ministers inspect airport site as Bangladesh pushes for aviation expansion in the country&#039;s northern region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:50:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Bogura Airport, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>Rangamati: Where hills whisper and lake chants</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-where-hills-whisper-and-lake-chants</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rangamati-where-hills-whisper-and-lake-chants</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A complete guide for travellers to spend their vacation in Rangamati ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:40:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rangamati, lake, Kaptai, Sajek, tourism, vacation, travellers, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Specific action plan afoot for tourism after years of stagnation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/specific-action-plan-afoot-for-tourism-after-years-of-stagnation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/specific-action-plan-afoot-for-tourism-after-years-of-stagnation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:25:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh Tourism Board, Bangladesh Tourism Corporation, implementation, history, vision, goals</media:keywords>
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<title>Most Bangladeshi tourists prefer staying with relatives: BBS</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/most-bangladeshi-tourists-prefer-staying-with-relatives-bbs</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/most-bangladeshi-tourists-prefer-staying-with-relatives-bbs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The findings, published in the Tourism Satellite Account Report, highlight this clear trend in travel behaviour of Bangladeshi tourists ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:38:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BBS, Bangladeshis, Statistics, travel behaviour, tourist, Tourism Satellite Account Report</media:keywords>
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<title>Buriganga boatmen struggle amid slow tourist flow</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/buriganga-boatmen-struggle-amid-slow-tourist-flow</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/buriganga-boatmen-struggle-amid-slow-tourist-flow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Many of the river’s traditional boatmen are facing a difficult reality, with fewer passengers and declining incomes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:07:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Buriganga, sadarghat, boatman, passenger, income</media:keywords>
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<title>Mamunur Rahman elected joint secretary general of BMCCI</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mamunur-rahman-elected-joint-secretary-general-of-bmcci</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mamunur-rahman-elected-joint-secretary-general-of-bmcci</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This distinguished election marks a significant milestone in Rahman’s longstanding contribution to trade and investment promotion at home and abroad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:18:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BMCCI, EXPOPRO, Md Mamunur Rahman, Bangladesh, Malaysia</media:keywords>
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<title>Japan Airlines tests humanoid robots as baggage handlers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-airlines-tests-humanoid-robots-as-baggage-handlers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-airlines-tests-humanoid-robots-as-baggage-handlers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The carrier hopes that these robots can also be used to clean cabins and operate ground support equipment in future ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 20:37:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airport, Japan, robot, cargo, baggage</media:keywords>
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<title>Eid special trains to boost holiday travel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-special-trains-to-boost-holiday-travel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/eid-special-trains-to-boost-holiday-travel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The special trains will operate on several key intercity and regional routes, connecting major cities and districts including Dhaka, Chattogram, Mymensingh, Kishoreganj, Chandpur, Joydebpur, Parbatipur, and Dewanganj ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:32:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Railway, Eid-ul-Azha, Sholakia, Eid congregation, Kishoreganj</media:keywords>
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<title>Songrampunji Waterfall in Jaflong shines during monsoon</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/songrampunji-waterfall-in-jaflong-shines-during-monsoon</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/songrampunji-waterfall-in-jaflong-shines-during-monsoon</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The waterfall, known locally as &quot;Mayabi Jhorna&quot;, is a stunning natural wonder that truly shines during the monsoon as this three-tier cascade flows down mossy rocks, creating a captivating display of sound, mist, and movement ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:14:31 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Waterfall, monsoon, Jaflong, Sylhet, Khasi, tribal culture, India</media:keywords>
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<title>British Airways to pay pilots $100,000 a year to taxi at Chicago O&amp;apos;Hare</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/british-airways-to-pay-pilots-100000-a-year-to-taxi-at-chicago-ohare</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/british-airways-to-pay-pilots-100000-a-year-to-taxi-at-chicago-ohare</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The taxi crew role requires pilots to already hold a valid Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate or equivalent ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:08:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, British Airways, taxi, Chicago O&#039;Hare</media:keywords>
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<title>Three dead after light aircraft crashes into building in Brazil</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-dead-after-light-aircraft-crashes-into-building-in-brazil</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/three-dead-after-light-aircraft-crashes-into-building-in-brazil</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Despite the unbelievable crash and direct impact, no one inside the building was injured ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:27:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, Brazil, crash, plane</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight&#45;missing Hajj pilgrims to get refunds</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-missing-hajj-pilgrims-to-get-refunds</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-missing-hajj-pilgrims-to-get-refunds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued a directive in this regard instructing Hajj flight operating airlines to refund airfares to pilgrims who had missed their scheduled flights for valid medical or emergency reasons ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:09:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Religious Affairs, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Saudia Airlines, Flynas Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Russia&amp;apos;s Aeroflot will recommend 2025 dividend payment&#45;CEO</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russias-aeroflot-will-recommend-2025-dividend-payment-ceo</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/russias-aeroflot-will-recommend-2025-dividend-payment-ceo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Aeroflot carried 55.3 million passengers last year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:00:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Russia, Aeroflot, CEO, aviation, dividend</media:keywords>
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<title>Khagrachhari: The emerald crown of Bangladesh’s hill districts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khagrachhari-the-emerald-crown-of-bangladeshs-hill-districts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/khagrachhari-the-emerald-crown-of-bangladeshs-hill-districts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A complete travel guide for the nature lovers seeking to unveil hidden paradise ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:20:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Khagrachhari, Bangladesh, hilltracts, toursim</media:keywords>
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<title>Airbus shows interest in mixed fleet for Biman Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-shows-interest-in-mixed-fleet-for-biman-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airbus-shows-interest-in-mixed-fleet-for-biman-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister and state minister welcomed the proposal and expressed their commitment to working closely with Airbus to modernise and expand the national carrier’s fleet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:41:27 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Airbus, Biman, Civil Aviation, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Edward Delahaye, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>Varendra Research Museum exhibits centuries&#45;old artefacts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/varendra-research-museum-exhibits-centuries-old-artefacts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/varendra-research-museum-exhibits-centuries-old-artefacts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Located in front of Hetamkhan Sadar Hospital in the heart of Rajshahi city, the museum bears evidence of several thousand years of civilisation, including those of the Pala, Sena, Maurya and Gupta periods ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:03:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Varendra, museum, historical artefacts, Rajshahi, Varendra, Bogura, Pala, Sena, Maurya, Gupta, civilisation</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhadhar Char: A hidden island escape near Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhadhar-char-a-hidden-island-escape-near-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhadhar-char-a-hidden-island-escape-near-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Locally known as “Majher Char” or “Maijhar Char”, the island is surrounded by calm waters and expansive greenery ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:18:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shitalakkhya, Brahmaputra, tourism, Dhaka, Dhadhar Char, island, Kapasia, Gazipur</media:keywords>
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<title>Barishal: The ‘Venice of Bengal’ beckons tourists</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/barishal-the-venice-of-bengal-beckons-tourists</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A comprehensive guideline for wanderers to enjoy rustic beauty and colonial landmarks of Barishal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:39:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Barishal, tourism, traveller, Bangladesh, tourists</media:keywords>
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<title>Spanish PM’s aircraft makes emergency landing in Turkey</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spanish-pms-aircraft-makes-emergency-landing-in-turkey</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spanish-pms-aircraft-makes-emergency-landing-in-turkey</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Spanish leader was en route to Armenia to attend a meeting of the European Political Community when the incident occurred ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:11:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Spanish, PM, Pedro Sanchez, Turkey, Armenia, EPC summit</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt targets raising tourism contribution to 6–7% of GDP</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-targets-raising-tourism-contribution-to-67-of-gdp</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-targets-raising-tourism-contribution-to-67-of-gdp</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Govt is committed to implementing its development agenda and sees tourism as a key driver of economic growth and deputy commissioners would play a leading role in advancing development initiatives at the district level ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:40:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, economic growth, deputy commissioner, development, district, minister, Civil Aviation, Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt orders stronger security at tourist destinations</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-orders-stronger-security-at-tourist-destinations</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-orders-stronger-security-at-tourist-destinations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Detailed discussions were held on upgrading tourist facilities across districts and identifying ways to attract more domestic and international visitors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:39:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Security, tourist, destination, tourism, Saidpur, airport, bogura, thakurgaon</media:keywords>
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<title>Air Astra to add three brand&#45;new ATR72&#45;600 aircraft between May and July</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-to-add-three-brand-new-atr72-600-aircraft-between-may-and-july</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/air-astra-to-add-three-brand-new-atr72-600-aircraft-between-may-and-july</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This fleet expansion marks a crucial step in Air Astra’s growth trajectory ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:04:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, Bangladesh, France, Air Astra, ATR72-600, aircraft</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt ensuring smooth Hajj travel: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-ensuring-smooth-hajj-travel-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-ensuring-smooth-hajj-travel-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Most of the Bangladeshi pilgrims have already reached Saudi Arabia safely, while the rest are expected to travel on schedule without any disruption ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:00:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Saudi Arabia, Manikganj</media:keywords>
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<title>NASA, Boeing advance truss&#45;braced wing research in test</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nasa-boeing-advance-truss-braced-wing-research-in-test</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nasa-boeing-advance-truss-braced-wing-research-in-test</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NASA and Boeing research teams analysed data in real time to ensure the model ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:45:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NASA, Boeing, reseach, wing, test</media:keywords>
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<title>Remittances exceed $3bn for fifth straight month</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/remittances-exceed-3bn-for-fifth-straight-month</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/remittances-exceed-3bn-for-fifth-straight-month</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh Bank data shows that April’s inflow was about 14% higher than the $2.75 billion received in the same month last year, indicating steady growth in remittances through formal channels ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:35:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh Bank, remittances, money laundering, hundi, Middle East, economic stability</media:keywords>
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<title>Presidential jet gifted to Trump by Qatar completes testing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/presidential-jet-gifted-to-trump-by-qatar-completes-testing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/presidential-jet-gifted-to-trump-by-qatar-completes-testing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US Constitution prohibits government officials from accepting gifts “from any King, Prince or foreign State,” in a section known as the Emoluments Clause ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:29:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Trump, USA, Qatar, jet</media:keywords>
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<title>Babar Ali becomes first Bangladeshi to summit Mount Makalu</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/babar-ali-becomes-first-bangladeshi-to-summit-mount-makalu</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/babar-ali-becomes-first-bangladeshi-to-summit-mount-makalu</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Makalu, located in Nepal&#039;s Mahalangur Himal range, is widely considered one of the most technically challenging among the world&#039;s 14 peaks ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 19:58:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>mountain, Bangladesh, Nepal, Makalu</media:keywords>
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<title>Israel approves deal to buy fighter jets from US</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/israel-approves-deal-to-buy-fighter-jets-from-us</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/israel-approves-deal-to-buy-fighter-jets-from-us</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The deal includes one squadron of F-35 stealth multi-role fighter jets produced by Lockheed Martin and another squadron of F-15IA aircraft manufactured by Boeing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 18:35:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>F-35 stealth fighter jet, USA, Israel, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Iran, Hezbollah, fighter jet</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Turkey boost aviation, tourism links</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-turkey-boost-aviation-tourism-links</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-turkey-boost-aviation-tourism-links</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Both sides emphasised the importance of deepening bilateral relations and expanding collaboration in tourism development, capacity building, and aviation services ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 18:15:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Turkey, aviation, tourism, Çelebi Aviation Holding, aviation, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Vomiting passenger jumps from moving plane in Chennai</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/vomiting-passenger-jumps-from-moving-plane-in-chennai</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/vomiting-passenger-jumps-from-moving-plane-in-chennai</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident involved a Sharjah–Chennai flight operated by Air Arabia, which had just landed and was moving slowly ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 15:30:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sharjah, Chennai, flight, Air Arabia</media:keywords>
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<title>Travel slowdown hits key tourism hubs in Chattogram</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/travel-slowdown-hits-key-tourism-hubs-in-chattogram</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/travel-slowdown-hits-key-tourism-hubs-in-chattogram</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the centre of the slowdown, stakeholders point to reduced mobility caused by recent fuel shortages and price increases, which have raised travel costs and discouraged long-distance trips ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:03:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>travel, slowdown, tourist, tourist destinations, Khoiyachora Waterfall, Napittachora Waterfall, Guliakhali Sea Beach</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, India move to restore full visa services</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-india-move-to-restore-full-visa-services</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-india-move-to-restore-full-visa-services</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dhaka has already resumed issuing all categories of visas to Indian nationals, while New Delhi is preparing to gradually scale up visa operations for Bangladeshi citizens ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 10:37:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, India, visa, inbound, tourist, restoration of visa</media:keywords>
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<title>Skyway key to nation&amp;apos;s future prosperity: Dulu</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skyway-key-to-nations-future-prosperity-dulu</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/skyway-key-to-nations-future-prosperity-dulu</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister made this remark while addressing the 7th founding anniversary programme of Aviation and Aerospace University, Lalmonirhat ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 20:27:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Lalmonirhat, Aviation and Aerospace University, university, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Top 10 busiest airports you need to know</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/top-10-busiest-airports-you-need-to-know</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/top-10-busiest-airports-you-need-to-know</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ranking underscores a broader trend: global air travel has not only recovered but is expanding, with major hubs across North America, Asia and the Middle East handling tens of millions of passengers annually ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 19:48:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, O’Hare International Airport, Denver International Airport, Dubai International Airport, Haneda International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>Leading airline, airport brands in 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/leading-airline-airport-brands-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/leading-airline-airport-brands-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Delta Air Lines leads the world’s most valuable airline brands in 2026, with United and Emirates close behind, according to Brand Finance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:44:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Delta, airlines, airport, Brand Finance, aviation, Paris</media:keywords>
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<title>Spirit Airlines winds up biz for jet fuel price hike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spirit-airlines-winds-up-biz-for-jet-fuel-price-hike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/spirit-airlines-winds-up-biz-for-jet-fuel-price-hike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airlines announced early Saturday morning that it had started winding down its operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 17:47:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airlines, USA, bailout, jet fuel</media:keywords>
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<title>Plane crash in Texas kills five people</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-texas-kills-five-people</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-texas-kills-five-people</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ All people onboard Cessna 421C dead after crash on Thursday night ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 17:09:46 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Plane, crash, Texas, Cesna, aviation, pickleball</media:keywords>
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<title>Best reasons to visit Hong Kong</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/best-reasons-to-visit-hong-kong</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/best-reasons-to-visit-hong-kong</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ If you’re craving a destination that’s high-energy but still soulful, ultra-modern yet deeply rooted in tradition, a place where city thrills meet nature escapes without ever feeling forced, Hong Kong might be exactly what you’re looking for ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 16:23:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Riyanka Roy</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hong Kong, Mong Kok, Hong Kong Disneyland, Lantau Island, Ngong Ping, Dragon’s Back</media:keywords>
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<title>422&#45;year mosque in Dinajpur stands as witness to history</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/422-year-mosque-in-dinajpur-stands-as-witness-to-history</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/422-year-mosque-in-dinajpur-stands-as-witness-to-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Despite its small size—measuring only 12 feet in length and width and about 30 feet in height, including its minaret—the mosque remains active century after century ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 14:51:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eidgah Mosque, Department of Archaeology, 1604 AD, renovation work, domestic, international</media:keywords>
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<title>Noakhali airport proposal atop DC conference agenda</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/noakhali-airport-proposal-atop-dc-conference-agenda</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/noakhali-airport-proposal-atop-dc-conference-agenda</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The four-day conference, set to begin on Sunday at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka, will review 498 shortlisted proposals submitted by field-level administrators from across the country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 14:20:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DC, conference, Osmani Memorial Auditorium, Dhaka, hospitality</media:keywords>
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<title>Noida International Airport to launch commercial flights from 15 June</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/noida-international-airport-to-launch-commercial-flights-from-15-june</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/noida-international-airport-to-launch-commercial-flights-from-15-june</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ India’s largest airline, IndiGo, is expected to operate the inaugural flight and commence scheduled passenger services while Akasa Air and Air India Express will follow as the airport gradually ramps up operations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 13:29:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, airport, Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, IndiGo, Akasa Air, Air India Express</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy in Dhaka issues reminder on proper use of B1/B2 visas</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-in-dhaka-issues-reminder-on-proper-use-of-b1b2-visas</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-in-dhaka-issues-reminder-on-proper-use-of-b1b2-visas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy stated that a visitor visa permits certain limited business-related activities like attending conferences, participating in meetings or negotiating contracts ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 13:11:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US Embassy, Dhaka, visa, prohibit, regulations, compliance</media:keywords>
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<title>Chandpur fishermen set to return to fishing after 2&#45;month ban</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chandpur-fishermen-set-to-return-to-fishing-after-2-month-ban</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/chandpur-fishermen-set-to-return-to-fishing-after-2-month-ban</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fishermen repair nets and boats, hoping for a bumper catch to repay debts after the hiatus ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 01:18:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chandpur, fishermen, fishing, hilsa, Meghna</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt bars addl secretaries from business class travel abroad</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-bars-addl-secretaries-from-business-class-travel-abroad</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-bars-addl-secretaries-from-business-class-travel-abroad</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The measure has been taken as part of broader efforts to reduce public expenditure amid the current economic situation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:22:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Goverment, officials, Additional Secretary, business class, travel</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman signs 14 new aircraft deal with Boeing</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-signs-14-new-aircraft-deal-with-boeing</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/biman-signs-14-new-aircraft-deal-with-boeing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The deal also ends more than three years of competition between Boeing and rival Airbus ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:35:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Boeing, aircraft, Bangladesh, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel: Time to strengthen supply chain for Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-time-to-strengthen-supply-chain-for-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-time-to-strengthen-supply-chain-for-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh imports around 95 percent of its fuel oil, LNG and coal, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:29:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet fuel, security, supply, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Global Agritourism Conference 2026 to debut in Scotland</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-agritourism-conference-2026-to-debut-in-scotland</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/global-agritourism-conference-2026-to-debut-in-scotland</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The three-day event is expected to attract around 1,000 delegates, making it one of the largest global gatherings dedicated to agritourism—a fast-growing segment that integrates agriculture with tourism experiences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:23:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Global, Agritourism, Conference, delegates, Scotland</media:keywords>
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<title>39,398 Bangladeshi pilgrims reach Saudi, 7 die</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39398-bangladeshi-pilgrims-reach-saudi-7-die</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39398-bangladeshi-pilgrims-reach-saudi-7-die</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to hajj bulletin, seven pilgrims were died so far due to natural causes. Of them, five died in Makkah and two in Medina ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:24:36 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, pilgrim, Hajj flights, Makkah, Medina, Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Two dead after small plane crashes into Australia airport hangar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-dead-after-small-plane-crashes-into-australia-airport-hangar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-dead-after-small-plane-crashes-into-australia-airport-hangar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The aircraft burst into flames at Parafield Airport in Adelaide after it crashed on Wednesday afternoon local time ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:54:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>plane, crash, australia, Adelaide, Parafield Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>7 spots you must visit in Sylhet city</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/7-spots-you-must-visit-in-sylhet-city</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/7-spots-you-must-visit-in-sylhet-city</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ If you give a brief tour to Sylhet city, you should visit seven spots that will help you get a glimpse of the significance of the city ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:03:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sylhet, Shahjalal, Osmani Museum, Surma River, Keane Bridge, Khadimnagar National Park</media:keywords>
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<title>NOVOAIR, Singer Bangladesh sign MoU to offer joint customer benefits</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-singer-bangladesh-sign-mou-to-offer-joint-customer-benefits</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-singer-bangladesh-sign-mou-to-offer-joint-customer-benefits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the agreement, NOVOAIR passengers will receive special offers on a range of Singer Bangladesh products and services, while Singer customers will gain access to promotional offers from the airline ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:54:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NOVOAIR, Singer, Bangladesh, passengers, customers, mutual benefits</media:keywords>
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<title>American Founders Museum inaugurated in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/american-founders-museum-inaugurated-in-dhaka</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/american-founders-museum-inaugurated-in-dhaka</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative, developed in collaboration with the US Department of Education and PragerU, highlights the ideas, people and events that shaped American independence ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:32:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>American, Museum, United States, independence, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Biman’s $3.7bn Boeing deal set for signing tonight</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bimans-37bn-boeing-deal-set-for-signing-tonight</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bimans-37bn-boeing-deal-set-for-signing-tonight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The formal signing ceremony will take place at 7:30pm at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka, with senior government officials, diplomats and aviation industry stakeholders expected to attend ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:46:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Boeing, Biman, Minister, state Minister</media:keywords>
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<title>Sports tourism set to hit $926bn by 2032 as travel trends indicate</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sports-tourism-set-to-hit-926bn-by-2032-as-travel-trends-indicate</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/sports-tourism-set-to-hit-926bn-by-2032-as-travel-trends-indicate</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The sector has already shown a strong post-pandemic recovery—growing from $363.5 billion in 2018 to $544.3 billion in 2024—and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 6.89% over the next decade ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:31:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, sports tourism, openPR, travel, FIFA World Cup</media:keywords>
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<title>Agreement to buy 14 Boeing aircraft Thursday</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/agreement-to-buy-14-boeing-aircraft-thursday</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/agreement-to-buy-14-boeing-aircraft-thursday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The agreement will be signed at around 7:30pm at a hotel in the capital, with senior government officials, diplomats and aviation sector stakeholders expected to attend ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:27:26 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Boeing, aircraft, Bangladesh, Airbus, Europe, Middle East, Asia, French</media:keywords>
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<title>Civil Aviation Academy completes Airport Security Manager Course</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-academy-completes-airport-security-manager-course</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-academy-completes-airport-security-manager-course</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Senior officials from various government and private organisations across the country took part in the course. The training covered various modern aspects of airport security management ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:59:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation Academy, ICAO, X-ray, CAAB, ICAO, instructor, Prashanta Kumar Chakraborty</media:keywords>
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<title>Jaflong: An emerging tourist destination with great potential</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jaflong-an-emerging-tourist-destination-with-great-potential</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jaflong-an-emerging-tourist-destination-with-great-potential</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nestled at the foothills of India’s Meghalaya state, the area is blessed with cascading streams that flow down the hills and merge into the Piyain River ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:33:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jaflong, Sylhet, Gowainghat, Meghalaya, Mayabi Jharna, Khasia Palli, waterfall</media:keywords>
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<title>Detailed feasibility study before reopening closed airports: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/detailed-feasibility-study-before-reopening-closed-airports-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/detailed-feasibility-study-before-reopening-closed-airports-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In line with the election manifesto, there is a plan to gradually build a national network by connecting divisional and district towns through the development of small airports and airstrips ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:21:13 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>feasibility study, airports, airstrips, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Sri Lanka emphasise stronger tourism, connectivity ties</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-sri-lanka-emphasise-stronger-tourism-connectivity-ties</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-sri-lanka-emphasise-stronger-tourism-connectivity-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Coordinated tourism initiatives, could significantly raise visitor numbers and promote richer cultural exchange between the two countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:56:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, sri lanka, high commissioner, state minister, tourism, connectivity, Dharmapala Weerakkody, Shama Obaed Islam</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism master plan aims for 55.7m visitors, 2.19cr jobs by 2040</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-master-plan-aims-for-557m-visitors-219cr-jobs-by-2040</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-master-plan-aims-for-557m-visitors-219cr-jobs-by-2040</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A raft of measures has already been rolled out to draw in private investors and open up new employment opportunities in tourism ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:35:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>tourism, minister, Afroza Khanam, tourism entrepreneurship, policy support, policy support, Bangladesh Tourism Board</media:keywords>
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<title>IATA chief warns of worst jet fuel crisis in peak summer</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-chief-warns-of-worst-jet-fuel-crisis-in-peak-summer</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-chief-warns-of-worst-jet-fuel-crisis-in-peak-summer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The crisis would affect Europe, followed by Africa and Latin America, with some flight cancellations likely if fuel is rationed ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:42:43 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IATA, USA, Israel, Iran, Europe, followed by Africa, Latin America</media:keywords>
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<title>Savour banana leaf&#45;wrapped Indramohan Sweets of Khulna</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/savour-banana-leaf-wrapped-indramohan-sweets-of-khulna</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/savour-banana-leaf-wrapped-indramohan-sweets-of-khulna</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Indramohan offers just four classic treats -- pantua, roshogolla, sandesh, and chomchom -- served simply on banana leaf without any flashy packaging ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:35:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>pantua, roshogolla, sandesh, chomchom, khulna, Indramohan Sweets, curdled milk</media:keywords>
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<title>Heavy rain may put damper on travellers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heavy-rain-likely-in-regions-caution-for-travellers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/heavy-rain-likely-in-regions-caution-for-travellers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For tourists, especially those heading to coastal and hill destinations, the timing matters ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:29:40 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, Sylhet, BMD, tourist, heavy rainfall</media:keywords>
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<title>Rough Bay conditions: Signal 3 continues</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rough-bay-conditions-signal-3-continues</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rough-bay-conditions-signal-3-continues</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Met Office said a strong pressure gradient continues over the north Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas, contributing to rough sea conditions and increased wind activity ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:06:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, weather, fishing trawler, bay of Bengal, cox&#039;s bazaar, mongla</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Belarus discuss skilled labour migration</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-belarus-discuss-skilled-labour-migration</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-belarus-discuss-skilled-labour-migration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The two sides held productive discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture, defence, textiles and RMG, skilled and semi-skilled labour migration, information technology, pharmaceuticals, and jute sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:34:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Belarus, state minister, shama obayed, migrant worker</media:keywords>
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<title>Romania offers undocumented Bangladeshis&amp;apos; legalisation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/romania-offers-undocumented-bangladeshis-legalisation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/romania-offers-undocumented-bangladeshis-legalisation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It applies to workers who entered the country legally but subsequently fell out of status through no fault of their own ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:10:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Romania, Bangladesh, embassy, undocumented, Bucharest, RTC</media:keywords>
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<title>Indian visa process for Bangladeshis to normalise soon: Khalil</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indian-visa-process-for-bangladeshis-to-normalise-soon-khalil</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/indian-visa-process-for-bangladeshis-to-normalise-soon-khalil</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He made the statement while responding to a written question from Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Iqbal during the 23rd sitting of the first session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:26:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Indian, visa, khalilur Rahman, new delhi, citizens, foreign minister</media:keywords>
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<title>Passenger delivers baby on Delta flight</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passenger-delivers-baby-on-delta-flight</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passenger-delivers-baby-on-delta-flight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A passenger on a Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta gave birth to a healthy 2.5kg baby girl just before a Boeing 737 landed at Portland International Airport on Friday night ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:57:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>passenger, birth, baby, Portland International Airport, Delta Air Lines, Atlanta, paramedic</media:keywords>
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<title>India weighs ₹5,000 crore relief plan to support airlines</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-weighs-5000-crore-relief-plan-to-support-airlines</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-weighs-5000-crore-relief-plan-to-support-airlines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The proposed plan would provide credit support to airlines under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme, with government guarantees covering up to 90 per cent of the loans ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:46:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, airlines, financial support, United States, Iran, Directorate General of Civil Aviation, tourism, economic, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh plans major workforce export to Japan under SSW category</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-plans-major-workforce-export-to-japan-under-ssw-category</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-plans-major-workforce-export-to-japan-under-ssw-category</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Japanese government has set a target to recruit 820,000 foreign workers across 16 sectors under the SSW scheme by March 2029. With adequate preparation, Bangladesh could meet up to 40 per cent of this demand — more than 300,000 workers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:10:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japan, Bangladesh, migrant, Japanese Studies, Dhaka University, labour welfare wing, Bangladesh Embassy, Tokyo</media:keywords>
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<title>Lightning strike kills youth in Cox&amp;apos;s Bazar</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lightning-strike-kills-youth-in-coxs-bazar</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lightning-strike-kills-youth-in-coxs-bazar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The incident occurred around 7am in the South Matha area of Badarkhali union,&quot; said Chakaria UNO Mohammad Atikur Rahman ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:31:20 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cox&#039;s bazar, lightning strike, Badarkhali, UNO</media:keywords>
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<title>Electric air taxis take off from JFK&#45; Manhattan within 10 minutes</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/electric-air-taxis-take-off-from-jfk-manhattan-in-under-10-minutes</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/electric-air-taxis-take-off-from-jfk-manhattan-in-under-10-minutes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Joby’s electric air taxi flies over New York City during a 10-day eVTOL Integration Pilot Programme ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:26:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Joby, air taxi, JFK, New York, aviation, Manhattan</media:keywords>
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<title>Four seaports asked to hoist cautionary signal 3</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/four-seaports-asked-to-hoist-cautionary-signal-3</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/four-seaports-asked-to-hoist-cautionary-signal-3</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a weather bulletin issued on Tuesday morning, the BMD said a marked difference in air pressure is prevailing over the North Bay, which may lead to adverse weather conditions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:23:14 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>weather, bulletin, BMD, Rain, thunderstorm, forecast, division</media:keywords>
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<title>Plane crash in South Sudan’s capital Juba kills 14</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-south-sudans-capital-juba-kills-14</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/plane-crash-in-south-sudans-capital-juba-kills-14</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plane arriving from Yei town may have crashed due to weather conditions that caused poor visibility ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:07:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>plane, crash, South Sudan, Kenyans, South Sudanese, pilot</media:keywords>
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<title>&amp;apos;Rocks Museum’ in Panchagarh draws tourists with artefacts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rocks-museum-in-panchagarh-draws-tourists-with-artefacts</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/rocks-museum-in-panchagarh-draws-tourists-with-artefacts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Established in 1997 on the campus of Panchagarh Government Women’s College, the museum offers a distinctive insight into Bangladesh’s geological history and ancient artefacts ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:28:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Panchagarh, Rocks Museum, Panchagarh Government Women’s College, Bangladesh, geological history, ancient, artefacts</media:keywords>
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<title>American Airlines rejects United Airline’s merger proposal</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The rivalry between United and American has played out for years in pricing battles and disputes over gate access at major airports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:15:17 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>American, airlines, United, USA</media:keywords>
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<title>Nijhum Dwip: An unforgettable island of Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/nijhum-dwip-an-unforgettable-island-of-bangladesh</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The island holds strong potential to attract visitors seeking tranquillity and natural beauty. Situated in the Bay of Bengal, Nijhum Dwip lies at Hatiya upazila in Noakhali and serves as an ideal retreat for nature lovers and adventure seekers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:36:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>serene, secluded, destination, mangrove forests, sandy beaches, ecosystems, Hatia, Noakhali</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi envoy for direct flights on Saudi&#45;Sylhet route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-envoy-for-direct-flights-on-saudi-sylhet-route</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ambassador Dr  Abdullah Jafar H bin Abiya highlighted the growing demand for direct connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Sylhet ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:55:24 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabaia, Sylhet, KSA, ambassador</media:keywords>
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<title>Lalmai Botanical Garden: A sanctuary for endangered and extinct plant species</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lalmai-botanical-garden-a-sanctuary-for-endangered-and-extinct-plant-species</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/lalmai-botanical-garden-a-sanctuary-for-endangered-and-extinct-plant-species</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Around 76 endangered plant species have been preserved here, alongside several hundred rare and unique trees; but due to a lack of publicity, the garden has yet to gain wide recognition among tourists ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:14:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Lalmai Hill, Cumilla, Botanical Garden, Forest Division, tourist spot, Kotbari</media:keywords>
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<title>Fire breaks out at CAAB office in Dhaka</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fire-breaks-out-at-caab-office-in-dhaka</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The fire originated on the second floor of the CAAB office, but the cause of the fire could not be known immediately ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:30:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh, CAAB, airport, Dhaka</media:keywords>
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<title>Third terminal: Second operator to be engaged for ground handling</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-second-operator-to-be-engaged-for-ground-handling</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ In October 2024, under the interim government, Biman Bangladesh Airlines was entrusted with ground handling operations at the newly constructed third terminal for an initial two-year period ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:50:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, third terminal, ground handling, Sumitomo Corporation</media:keywords>
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<title>Saudi Arabia deports 17,368 expats in crackdown on illegal residency</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/saudi-arabia-deports-17368-expats-in-crackdown-on-illegal-residency</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The deportations followed the arrest of 12,192 individuals between April 16 and April 22 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:20:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saudi Arabaia, expatriate, crackdown, labour</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB eyes Dec 16 opening of Dhaka airport’s third terminal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-eyes-dec-16-opening-of-dhaka-airports-third-terminal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-eyes-dec-16-opening-of-dhaka-airports-third-terminal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It would take at least three months to sign the deal after negotiations conclude, followed by a test run lasting between six months and one year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:06:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, ATJFB, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, December 16, Victory Day, Japan</media:keywords>
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