Travel on Points: Credit Cards, Miles & Travel Rewards India

ICICI teases 1838 Reserve: invite-only ultra-premium card for Oct 2026

ICICI’s 1838 Reserve teaser is live—joining fee about ₹1.75 lakh+, invite-only, interest form at 1838reserve.com, targeted October 2026 launch.

HDFC Mastercard debit: ₹1,500 off ₹2,499 bills on District (weekends)

Weekend District store bill-pay: flat ₹1,500 off when the final bill is ₹2,499 on eligible HDFC Mastercard debit cards.

Paytm bill payments & FASTag: 15% off up to ₹150 on Visa Platinum / Classic

Paytm Bank Offers: 15% off up to ₹150 (min ₹199) on bills, recharges, and FASTag for Visa Platinum and Classic rails.

HSBC opens a new branch in Thiruvananthapuram

HSBC’s branch finder now lists Thiruvananthapuram (Vazhuthacaud / Nandavanam) as part of its wealth branch expansion.

HSBC → Accor ALL transfer bonus (5–14 Aug 2026)

Privé, Premier, and TravelOne: register, spend ₹1L, then transfer ≥15,000 points on 13–14 Aug for 25–50% bonus ALL.

Accor signs Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas

Accor signed Fairmont Rishikesh (~220 rooms)—planned 2031 opening, long-horizon ALL luxury inventory.

How to Cancel Autopay on a Credit Card

Step-by-step guide to cancelling credit card autopay and e-mandates in India across HDFC, SBI, ICICI, Axis, Amex and other banks using SI Hub and MandateHQ.

How to Avoid Extra DCC Charges When Travelling Abroad

Learn what Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) is, why it can make overseas payments more expensive, and how to avoid unnecessary DCC charges when travelling abroad.

How to Plan a Car Purchase with a Credit Card

Learn how to buy a car using a credit card in India: negotiate dealer MDR swipe fees, test MCC eligibility, manage credit limits, and maximize reward points.