City first in India to get back direct China flights; services start Oct 26

Kolkata is set to become the first Indian city to get back direct air links with China after a gap of over five-and-a-half years. IndiGo Airlines has announced daily non-stop flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou from Oct 26 and tickets for the flight went on sale on Friday. The restoration of air link follows a series of diplomatic engagements, including PM Modi’s recent visit to China for the SCO meet, where he met Chinese President Xi Jinping. The two discussed strategies to enhance trade ties amidst global economic uncertainties, setting the stage for renewed air connectivity. Guangzhou, historically known as…