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Mumbai Beats London, Miami in 2026 ‘Work From Anywhere Index’

Mumbai emerged as the only Indian city featured in the 2026 Work From Anywhere Index released by International Workplace Group (IWG). The city scored 77 points in its debut, staying ahead of London and Miami. This reflects the growing role of flexible work in shaping where professionals choose to live, work and travel. Mumbai’s Key Scores The IWG index assesses cities on several factors that determine their suitability for remote professionals. These include: Climate Broadband internet speed Accommodation facilities Transportation Food and culture Flexibility of workspaces Mumbai scored well in transportation costs, co-working and flexible workspaces, climate, and accommodation. These parameters played an important role in making the financial capital a workcation destination. However, the city failed to score well on other parameters. Slow broadband and poor internet quality were among the negative factors causing problems . Bangkok ranks first in the 2026 index with 106.5 points. Tokyo followed with 96.5 points, and Barcelona secured third place with 95.5 points. Work From Anywhere Index: Other Key Highlights Porto and Vancouver stand among the top five. Budapest, Naples, Medellin, Lisbon and Seoul rounded out the top 10 destinations. Mumbai’s recognition also comes amid rapid growth in India’s flexible workspace sector. Reliable infrastructure, flexible workspaces and convenient transport are increasingly important for professionals to combine work with travel. India came ahead of the UK, France, and the US in that metric. India was also found to be the leading flexible office market in the Asia-Pacific region with 79.7 million sq. ft. of flexible office space inventory in its top eight cities in Q2 2025. This is expected to cross 100 million sq ft in 2026.

IIndustry Wired
Travel12h ago

Vande Bharat is “really, really cool”; British family calls Delhi-Jaipur ride “pretty pleasant” and praises snacks, ginger chai at an affordable ₹1,200 ticket

A British family was delighted with their Vande Bharat Express journey from Delhi to Jaipur. They enjoyed the sleek, modern interiors along with convenient charging points and ample luggage space. The complimentary snacks, including refreshing ginger chai and bottled water, added to their satisfaction. With tickets priced at around £11 each, they were thrilled by the value provided, showcasing the progress of India's railway travel for global tourists.

TThe Times Of India
Travel12h ago

Sprite & IRCTC flag off Sprite Tejas Express

Sprite and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) have launched the Sprite Tejas Express, marking a new brand partnership in India’s rail travel space. The train was flagged off in the presence of senior representatives from Indian Railways, IRCTC and Coca-Cola India. The Sprite Tejas Express will operate on the Lucknow–New Delhi–Lucknow route for six months, starting in August 2026. Five coaches will carry Sprite branding on their exteriors, and the train will be announced as the Sprite Tejas Express at originating and en-route stations on both legs of the journey. As part of the onboard experience, Sprite will be included in passenger food bundles. During the inauguration, passengers were also offered Sprite samples and merchandise, with additional brand-led experiences planned during the association. The partnership also incorporates sustainability initiatives. Station benches made from recycled plastic will be used; each bench repurposes approximately 45 kg of post-consumer packaging waste. The flag used during the ceremonial launch was also made from repurposed PET bottles. Abhishek Gupta, Vice President, Customer Development, Coca-Cola India & Southwest Asia, commented, “We congratulate IRCTC on this innovative partnership and an important milestone for travel experiences in India. At Coca-Cola, we continue to explore collaborations that can unlock new avenues for growth and create shared value. Our association with IRCTC reflects our commitment to building long-term customer relationships and expanding our presence across the travel ecosystem. With the Sprite Tejas Express, we are bringing Sprite’s refreshment and creating a more engaging experience for travellers.” Ajit Kumar Sinha, Chief Regional Manager, Lucknow Division, IRCTC, said, “At IRCTC, we continuously look at opportunities to enhance the passenger experience across our premium train services through relevant partnerships and initiatives. Our association with Sprite on the Tejas Express brings an established consumer brand into the travel environment through an integrated onboard experience. We look forward to making the journey more engaging for passengers travelling on the Lucknow–New Delhi route.” Further linking the activation with food culture, Sprite has collaborated with Wow! Momo as part of the Sprite Tejas Express experience. The association brings Sprite into the rail travel occasion while connecting with passengers across business, leisure and family journeys on the Delhi–Lucknow corridor.

SSpiritz
Travel12h ago

The fire that witnessed Shiva and Parvati's wedding still burns in Uttarakhand: Couples are now choosing this sacred temple for getting married in place of fancy hotels

Triyuginarayan Temple in Uttarakhand is becoming a popular choice for couples seeking a traditional Hindu wedding. Steeped in history, this revered site is thought to be the location of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's union. Couples can light the sacred Akhand Dhuni and must register by paying a small fee while choosing an auspicious date, ensuring they receive a handwritten marriage certificate for legal documentation.

TThe Times Of India

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