India travel trends, Indians still flying to Japan, Kazakhstan, Turkey and more despite soaring airfares
Published on: May 10, 2026, 11:11 a.m. | Source: CNBC TV18
Good morning! This Sunday’s 11:11 takes you from long-haul summer escapes to the unexpected ways technology and lifestyle trends are reshaping how we live. We begin with a look at the destinations Indian travellers are still chasing despite rising airfares and flight disruptions, alongside a look at how the FIFA World Cup tourism demand isn’t matching expectations. Closer home, there’s Uttar Pradesh’s new vegetarian-only cuisine map that has left out iconic kebabs and biryani, and a major new road link set to cut travel time between Greater Noida and the Ganga Expressway. We also explore the rise of the “situational traveller” transforming India’s hospitality industry, NASA’s latest glimpse into ancient Mars, and a new AI-powered robot designed to emotionally bond with humans. We also revisit the internet legacy of the ‘Numa Numa’ guy, unpack what science really says about the 8-hour sleep rule, and why your dinner timing may matter more than you think. Settle in — this one’s your weekend read.
