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Ola Electric is launching a 'Sona Weekend' sale with up to Rs 50,000 in benefits and a chance to win a gold-themed scooter. Special pricing on S1 X and Roadster X models, plus discounts and extended warranties, are available for a limited time. A unique gold-plated S1 Pro Sona edition is also featured.

As unpredictability hovers over international trips due to the West Asia conflict and rising airfares, travellers are not cancelling their plans but readjusting their itineraries

Travel fintech startup scapia has raised $40 million in a Series B round led by Peak XV Partners, with support from existing investors. The funding aims to boost team expansion, product development, and AI investment. scapia targets younger consumers with its co-branded credit card, integrating travel bookings and financial tools.

Indian women are increasingly taking control of their travel, with solo trips growing ninefold. Beach destinations remain popular, but spiritual and cultural journeys are also on the rise. Gen Z favors value and heritage sites, while Millennials opt for premium experiences and iconic European cities

Demand for outbound foreign travel has increased due to the visa-free travel options offered by various Asian countries. The recent announcement of visa-free entry for Indians to Thailand has led to a 30% increase in demand compared to last year. Similarly, the visa-free entry to Malaysia from December 1 has been seen as a smart move to attract Indian travelers. Travel companies have also observed relaxed visa guidelines being issued by many countries in 2023.

Binny Bansal, the co-founder of Flipkart, has launched a new startup called OppDoor. OppDoor aims to assist e-commerce companies in expanding globally by providing comprehensive solutions. The company, previously known as Three State Ventures Pte Ltd, is registered in Singapore and was founded in May 2021. OppDoor will offer design, product, and backend support to e-commerce businesses planning to expand to countries such as the US, UK, Canada, and more.

Vijay Sales announces its special Holi sale offering up to 70% off on electronics and appliances. Customers can join the MyVS loyalty program to earn 0.75% loyalty points. Discounts are available on various products like party speakers, smartphones, air conditioners, and cooking appliances. Additionally, several banks offer instant discounts on specific transactions.

Forex cards allow preloading of foreign currency, while credit cards offer rewards. Some credit cards offer low or even zero forex markups. But the decision is not that straightforward. Consider factors such as TCS and rewards before taking a call