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HSBC is hinting something big in # of last post. Is it the vouchers coming for accelerated rewards? #ccgeek @ccg33k @imYadav31 @asktarunn

@Riya_035 Why this is showing. Any idea?

🚀 Finally, the wait is over! The new #EPFO 3.0 Member Portal is now live with a refreshed, modern UI. Login access is working, but the Passbook section is still unavailable for many users as the migration and backend upgrades continue. A cleaner interface is a good first step—now waiting for full functionality, especially the Passbook, claims, and all member services to be fully operational. 🤞 #EPFO #PF #EPF #EPFO3 #DigitalIndia #UANThe passbook service is still being restored as part of EPFO's ongoing system migration and upgrade, so temporary unavailability is expected.

@spendwiselyx Book directly on the government website (you can easily book if you book on the date of opening booking for your date). Prefer zone 3 or 4

🐅 Ranthambore Safari Booking: Guys, if you’ve visited Ranthambore in the last few years, I need your suggestions. 😊 I am planning a trip for the October long weekend. 👉 Should I book the safari directly through the Government portal, or is it better to go through a local travel agent? (If you have a reliable contact, please share it.) 👉Which Zome numbers should be in priority order for best tiger sighting ? 👉 Are there realistic chances of getting the bookings through government portal if I try as soon as the October slots go live ? 👉 Is the Palighat Chambal Crocodile Safari near Ranthambore worth visiting, or should I skip it? 💬 Please share your experience, tips, and recommendations in the comments. They will be really helpful! 🙏

@imYadav31 Any redemption idea for lohono?

ICICI Times Black credit card keeps giving reasons to stay in the wallet 👀🔥 The card has lined up a few monthly campaigns that feel more lifestyle than spreadsheet. 🏖️ July Lohono Stays voucher worth ₹12,000, unlockable for just ₹1 from 3rd July, 5 PM. 🌿 August Complete 7 face-to-face transactions of ₹500+ and get a SoulTree Nerolii Essentials Gift Box worth ₹3,650. ✈️ September Spend ₹1L in the month and unlock ₹10,000 OneVasco travel visa service credits. ☕ October Complete 5 face-to-face transactions of ₹2,000+ and get a TGL Co. luxury artisanal gift box worth ₹2,499. ⚠️ Check the ICICI app and enroll wherever required before chasing these offers. Times Black again behaving like the lifestyle card it was meant to be with added perks

@CaptainTorch13 Would the rate be same if a kid aged 1 year is also inn?

Unlock a Third Night free at Fairmont Jaipur Escape to the opulent Fairmont Jaipur and check into a luxurious Fairmont with our exclusive Stay 3 Nights, Pay for 2 offer during July. Your Exclusive Retreat Includes: Exceptional Value: Your entire 3-night stay starts from just ₹36,000 (inclusive of taxes). Worry-Free Booking: Enjoy free cancellation and the convenience of paying upon arrival at the property. Plus, Receive Exclusive "Palace Privileges" per room: 🍳 Gourmet daily breakfast for two 💵 $100 USD hotel credit to indulge in dining or spa services during your stay ⬆️ Complimentary room upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability) ⏰ Flexible early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability) 🎁 A personalized welcome amenity and note This exclusive offer is in high demand, with very limited availability remaining for July dates. Don’t miss your chance to experience the pinnacle of Jaipur luxury. We already made 6 reservations. Reserve Your Royal Escape Today!

@karanaggarwal86 Is there any restriction on usage of 100 usd?

Sofitel New York now has a 4th Night free offer! Along with the usual perks of Hotel Credit, Complimentary Breakfast, Room Upgrades etc, you can now get a 4th Night Free. Stay date: June 17 - September 7, 2026 Booking window: Now to August 30, 2026 *Blackout dates: Jul 18, 19; Aug 4, 5. If you are planning to travel to New York, do book your stay & make use of the free night.

@asktarunn Now the points needed for a night is around 57k

🚨NEW Property Alert 👀 JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa is now available from June 10 onwards — at just 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. Cash rates are hovering around ₹28K a night, which makes this a seriously solid redemption value for Marriott points 👀 A highly anticipated luxury wildlife resort is finally here. When are you planning to book? 🐅

@imYadav31 Horizon giving miles on Jewellery is very underrated

Before you close your Axis card, do one thing: Call/mail customer care and ask if they can swap, downgrade, or upgrade your card. Sometimes the card you’re closing can be moved into something far more useful for your spends. My personal favourites in the Axis ecosystem right now: Axis Cashback Axis Horizon Axis Magnus Burgundy All three can be powerful, but only if they match your spend categories.

@imYadav31 The only reason I added travel one last month was ACCOR after atlas devaluation, its too early

@ss397213 Could be bad

Accor paglus.....some surprises might come from HSBC. Be careful

@Anirban12Mandal @ccg33k @imYadav31 Yes sir, I booked on 19th May

@ccg33k @ss397213 @imYadav31 Oh really!

Due to the IPL Final in Ahmedabad, Delhi ↔️ Ahmedabad flight prices for 2 people had shot up to ~₹28,000 round trip Ended up booking the same flights using just 14,000 Points + ~₹4,000 in taxes for both That’s some incredible value from Maharaja Points @imYadav31 @ccg33k

@ccg33k @imYadav31 also I booked the Air India flight AI 2XXX which I believe are Vistara crafts.

@ss397213 @imYadav31 hahaha, since redemptions just opened for AIX flights, that's a smart move... 😍

@luxe_explorer Yea true, I got the breakfast in Marriott Udaipur with gold status. So the introductory offers are for cash bookings?

@luxe_explorer Will points booking include breakfast and dinner for mid june bookings?

🚨 NEW PROPERTY ALERT — JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa is now LIVE on Marriott Bonvoy 👀🐅 Bookings are now open from 10th June onwards — starting at just 35,000 Bonvoy points/night And the MATH here is VERY interesting 👇 💰 Cash vs Points Math 🏨 Cash Rates: ~₹28,000/night 🎯 Redemption: 35,000 Bonvoy points ➡️ Effective value = ~₹0.80 per Bonvoy point 🔥 And if cash rates surge during safari season? The value can go even HIGHER. 🌿 WHY this property matters 🐅 Proximity to Ranthambore National Park 🏨 Luxury safari-style JW Marriott experience 🧖 Full-scale spa & wellness setup 🌅 Premium nature retreat vibes Basically — if this property gains traction, dynamic pricing could easily push this: 👉 50K–70K/night during peak season. 🔥 Bottom Line Luxury wildlife stays in India are EXPENSIVE. So getting: 🏨 A brand-new JW Marriott 🐅 In Ranthambore 💳 At ~₹0.8 per point value …is actually a pretty solid Bonvoy redemption. #Marriott #Ranthambhor

@asktarunn Just booked for 2 nights, also book the executive category rooms which are bigger and comes with lake view. They are also at 35k per night.

@thetrickytrade If we book with points. Will we still get the game drives included?

4. All-inclusive African Safari using Accor Points Accor Points: ~50K Points per night Cash Value: ₹1L-1.5L per night Once-in-a-lifetime experience most people save years for. You can book it with points.

If you're just getting started with miles and points, here are 4 redemptions that will get you hooked: (the kind that make you never want to pay cash for premium travel again) 🔖 Save this.

@ccg33k I + 1 spa. Means we pay for 1 and get 1 free?

Link to offer : itchotels.com/in/en/promotio…

33% OFF + Pay with Points => Superb offer from @ITCHotels at ITC GRAND GOA !! OFFER INCLUSIONS > Flat 33% Savings on Stays of 3 Nights or more > Round-trip Airport Transfers from Dabolim Airport > 1+1 on Spa Services > Complimentary Buffet Breakfast at Designated Venue > Sundowner between 4-6 PM > Food & Beverage Credit of INR 3000 per Stay > 50% Savings on 2nd Room for Kids on Package Rate > Free Ollies Meal for Kids under 12 Years of Age > Complimentary Room Upgrade (Subject to availability) > Early Check-in & Late Check-out (Subject to availability) Booking Period: Until 31st August, 2026 Stay Period: 1st April, 2026 to 30th September, 2026 Avoid before June, as its very hot & humid. June - Sept is mostly monsoons, but it is a great time to visit goa for a leisure trip... you get to witness lush green goa & and very less crowds on beaches... (mostly shacks & water sports are closed) Pro Tip: Use your complimentary suite night upgrade voucher that came with free GOLD status match to get upgraded suites at Grand Goa, which are massive & beautiful !!

@imYadav31 Do we earn or jewellery?

Axis Atlas + Amex Platinum issuances paused. HDFC DCB / Biz Black / Infinia eligibility? Sky high. That’s exactly where the silent assassin left its mark: Times Black 🖤💳 Rewards (the real flex): 🏨 12% points on hotel bookings ✈️ 12% points on flights 🏨 24% back on select hotel bookings (wild) Let’s address the elephant: joining fee = ₹20K + GST (~₹23K) Here’s what I’ve already recovered (freebies): ✅ Puma voucher ₹5,000 ✅ Aayna spa session ~₹20,000 ✅ Toni & Guy ₹3,000 ✅ Truefitt & Hill ₹3,000 ✅ Zomato membership ✅ Encalm Privé lounge access (Delhi) ✅ Interflora voucher ₹1,000 Not “insane”… but fair for the fee. Now the milestone game (where it prints value): Spent ~₹10L → got: 🎟️ Klook voucher ₹10K 🚗 2 airport transfers (~₹5K) 🛍️ Tata CLiQ voucher ₹10K = ~₹25K value easily My usage: ~70% spends via iShop (vouchers + travel) Rough math: ₹7L via iShop → 84K points ₹3L regular → 6K points Total ₹10L → ~90K points (redeemable 1:1) Plus: 🛋️ Unlimited lounge access 🏛️ Points on govt spends (where many cards give ZERO) Net-net: I’ve extracted ~10–15% value consistently. Do your math.....if it fits your spend pattern, it’s a wow card. Bonus (limited time): Nappa Dori card holder with an archival 1950 Times of India newspaper print 🗞️✨ You + I both get it if you apply via my referral link: timesblack.com/invite?refid=G… Thank You for reading.

@RailMinIndia @RailwaySeva @RailwayNorthern @AshwiniVaishnaw @RPF_INDIA @IRCTCofficial Traveling in 14006 Lichchivi Exp | PNR: 2508346621 Coach S4, Seat 57. Many unreserved passenger onboard, no TT checking since start. Reserved seats occupied & aisles blocked. Please takeaction