Widespread Microsoft outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world
News outlets in Australia — including the ABC and Sky News — were unable to broadcast on their TV and radio channels, and reported sudden shutdowns of... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWATCH: Rishabh Pant looks in light mood as India cricket team arrives in Barbados ahead of T20 World Cup 2024 Final
Indian cricket team arrived in Barbados for the T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa. Players, including Rishabh Pant, Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya, were spotted at the airport. Key Points
mintNoida International Airport, Delhi NCR's 2nd, delayed. To begin operations by April 2025
According to a statement by the airport, commercial operations likely to begin next year 'in view of the current construction status'. It was supposed to commence operations by 2024 end. Key Points
ThePrintPortion of Guwahati airport ceiling collapses due to heavy rain, flights diverted
Several flights were diverted after a portion of ceiling at the Guwahati airport collapsed due to heavy rainfall and storm. No injuries were reported in the incident. Key Points
India TodayIndian aviation industry is booming and this Adani stock could be a big winner
The Indian aviation industry needs thousands of new planes in the coming decades. And this Adani group company is poised to benefit from the boom within sector. Key Points
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Delhi airport gets swanky new expanded Terminal 1! Top facts and stunning images of new IGI airport T1 you shouldn’t miss
Delhi airport gets swanky new expanded Terminal 1! On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the newly expanded Terminal 1 of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. The expanded terminal, according to Delhi International airport Limited (DIAL), the airport operator, is expected to commence operations by May. This expansion project was one of the 15 airport projects inaugurated by the PM from Azamgarh. We take a look at all the comforts passengers can look forward to in the newly expanded Delhi airport T1: Key Points
Times of IndiaPM Narendra Modi to inaugurate 15 airport projects on Sunday, including Delhi's new terminal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 15 airport projects, including in Delhi, Lucknow, and Pune airports. The projects also include new airports in Uttar Pradesh at Chitrakoot, Shavasti, Azamgarh, and new terminals at Belgaum, Hubli in Karnataka, Jabalpur, and Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh. Key Points
Economic TimesAlia, Ranbir, Raha, Pataudis and more leave for Mumbai after Jamnagar bash: Pics
The Ambani Jamnagar jam is done and celebrities are heading back home to Mumbai. Check out their pictures from the airport. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesJamnagar airport granted international status for ten days amidst lavish pre-wedding celebrations by Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant
Jamnagar airport was granted international status for ten days amidst lavish pre-wedding celebrations by Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has accorded international status to Jamnagar airport for ten days, allowing it to accommodate high-profile guests arriving for the grand celebrations. The government has also allocated resources for a dedicated customs, immigration, and quarantine facility at Jamnagar Airport. Key Points
Times Of IndiaAnant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Pre-Wedding: Here's why Jamnagar airport got international status for 10 days
Find out why the Jamnagar airport has been given international airport status for 10 days for the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Get all the details about the VIP guest list and the preparations made at the airport. Key Points
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World's biggest airport will be built in this desert. Know about the plan in detail
When the expansion project is completed, Dubai airport will be a complete 'aerotropolis'. The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub will host Dubais burgeoning aviation and aerospace industrial ecosystem. Know in detail how the world's biggest airport will be built in the desert. Key Points
Economic TimesAnant Ambani-Radhika wedding: Janhvi arrives at Jamnagar in chic airport look
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant will soon tie the knot. Janhvi Kapoor arrived for their pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar. Check out her airport look. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesMumbai airport to cancel hundreds of flights to reduce congestion. This is what it means for you as a trav
Passengers at Mumbai airport facing cancellations have the options of a refund or rebooking until April 15, 2024. Around 40 flights will be cut due to congestion. Corporate giants like JSW and Reliance protested the extended curfew on business jets. Airfares may rise due to the curbs imposed by the Aviation Ministry. Key Points
Economic TimesWhat the sharp reduction in flights at Mumbai airport means for passengers
Mumbai airport has been asked to reduce the number of flights so that there are fewer instances of delays. The impact of this move is manifold. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesForced to act as Mumbai airport gave out excess slots: Aviation Ministry
The Ministry of Civil Aviation said that it intervened to compel Mumbai airport to reduce flight operations due to an oversupply of slots, causing congestion. This congestion led to aircraft circling the airport for up to 60 minutes. airport slots designate specific times for aircraft takeoffs and landings. Key Points
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Shravasti airport gets license for commercial operations
India Business News: Shravasti airport has received a license for commercial operations. The airport is part of the Buddha circuit and has a 1,351 metres-long runway. It will primarily serve tourists visiting the sacred places of Buddhism in Shravasti. Key Points
Times Of IndiaIndia to help Bhutan develop Gelephu airport
The proposed Special Administrative Region in Gelephu could reshape Bhutan’s economic landscape and it will have autonomy and legal independence to secure investments and develop the 1,000 sq. km project. Key Points
mintPilot killed as small plane crashes in US
Little Rock: The pilot of a small plane was killed when it crashed at Clinton National airport in Little Rock, US authorities said. The Cirrus SR 22 took off... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaDelhi’s IGI airport to Noida airport in just 80 minutes with new “high-speed” rapid rail corridor; details here
India Business News: Travel from Delhi's IGI airport to Noida airport in just 80 minutes with the new high-speed rapid rail corridor. Find out all the details about this convenient transportation option. Key Points
Times Of IndiaDelhi airport to Noida airport in 80 minutes; UP govt approves Rs 16,000 crore rapid rail corridor
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a Rs 16,000 crore rapid rail corridor connecting the upcoming Noida airport to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The rail corridor, to be developed by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), is expected to be completed in four years. Key Points
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Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony: How Ayodhya airport is ready to receive VIPs from across India
India Business News: The Ayodhya airport is fully prepared for the Ram Mandir consecration ceremony. VIPs from across India, including top politicians, film stars, and corporate bosses, will be attending the event. Key Points
Times Of IndiaAlia Bhatt stuns in saree, Ranbir wears dhoti-kurta for Ram Mandir consecration
Besides Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal were snapped arriving at the airport. Madhuri Dixit was also among them. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesRam Mandir inauguration: Ayodhya airport ticks all boxes to receive VIPs
While the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has set up special lounges for VIP guests, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has deployed about 150 personnel. The CISF has also increased its presence at the nearby airports where some of the guests will have to alight due to space constraints at Ayodhya airport, which was inaugurated by the prime minister on December 30. Key Points
Economic TimesReopening of Delhi airport's CAT III runway delayed due to 'technical issues'
Delhi airport's main runway 28/10, which has been shut for re-carpeting work and refurbishment since mid-September 2023, was supposed to be operational on January 19. It is currently one of the two CAT III runways at the airport, equipped to operate in low visibility. Key Points
India TodayWatch: Flight lands on snow-covered runway in New York, skids off, goes into grass
The American Airlines plane slid off the runway shortly after landing at New York's Rochester airport on Thursday. All 50 passengers and three crew were safely evacuated after the incident. Key Points
India TodayIndia's aviation safety, security regulators impose penalties worth Rs 2.7 cr on airlines, airport
New Delhi [India], January 17 (ANI): Mumbai airport faced a Rs 30 lakh fine from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), while IndiGo Airlines received a Rs 1.20 crore fine from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) related to the viral video showing passengers sitting and eating on the airport tarmac. The aviation […] Key Points
ThePrintPassengers eating on tarmac: ₹1.20 cr fine on IndiGo, ₹90L on Mumbai Airport
IndiGo fined ₹1.20 crore over the incident of passengers having food on tarmac at Mumbai airport. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesMinistry of civil aviation issues show cause notices to Indigo and Mumbai airport over apron dining
India Business News: The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has issued a notice to IndiGo and Mumbai International airport Ltd (MIAL) over the issue of passengers of a diverted flight sitting on the tarmac and the airline serving them refreshments there. Find out more about this incident and the actions taken. Key Points
Times Of IndiaPassengers on tarmac incident: DGCA issues show cause notice to IndiGo & Mumbai Airport
The Civil Aviation Ministry (DGCA) has issued a show cause notice to IndiGo and Mumbai airport following a viral video of passengers eating and sitting on the airport tarmac at Mumbai Airport. The ministry's Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) said that financial penalties would be imposed if responses are not provided by January 16. Key Points
Economic TimesDarbhanga to Deoghar, small towns are dreaming big with UDAN airports. With some turbulence
PM Modi's ambitious UDAN scheme, launched in 2016, has introduced 517 new flying routes and 76 airports in small towns and cities over the past 7 years. But flight path has been bumpy. Key Points
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IndiGo passengers refused to board airline coach; sat on tarmac after landing at Mumbai airport
Passengers rushed out of an IndiGo flight at Mumbai airport, sat on the tarmac, and had food there after their diverted Goa-Delhi flight landed. Mumbai airport claimed to have cordoned off the passengers into a safety zone. IndiGo apologized and said they are investigating the incident. The flight was diverted due to low visibility conditions in Delhi. Staying on the tarmac is a security breach and actions taken are unknown. Key Points
Economic TimesDelhi airport chaos: Aviation Minister reveals plans to solve flight delay crisis
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia ordered operations at CAT III-enabled runway at Delhi airport as per DGCA satisfaction. He requested airlines to follow DGCA's SOP for better communication and facilitation of passengers during flight cancellations and delays. Delhi airport issued an advisory for non-CAT III compliant flights, causing delays. Key Points
Economic TimesNavi Mumbai airport to become operational by year end: Scindia
The greenfield airport is being developed in three phases, with the initial phase capable of handling 2.5 crore passengers per annum. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesCISF takes over security at Ayodhya airport ahead of Ram temple consecration ceremony
Maharishi Valmiki International airport was inaugurated by PM Modi on 30 December. Nearly 150 CISF personnel deployed as part of an 'emergency' security measure. Key Points
ThePrintJapan: airport built on water is sinking into sea. All about Kansai InternationL Airport-engineering marve
Kansai International airport is an enormous airport, that occupies two artificial islands in Osaka Bay. It serves as a hub for All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, and Nippon Cargo Airlines. But the £15billion-airport is sinking quickly and moving further and further away from the city. Key Points
Economic TimesPuri airport construction likely to begin soon; land acquisition in next 6 months: Govt official
Puri (Odisha) [India], January 8 (ANI) The land acquisition for the Sri Jagannath International airport at Puri is expected to be completed in the “next six months”, a state government official said while expressing hope that the construction will begin soon. The international airport is to be built on 1,164 acres of land. As per […] Key Points
ThePrintRevenue share case: Delhi airport wins Rs 2,300 cr arbitration award against AAI
Delhi Airport, owned by GMR group, has won an arbitration against the airport Authority of India (AAI) over revenue sharing during the COVID-19 pandemic. The airport, which pays 45.99% of its annual revenue as concession fees, was granted interim relief from the Delhi High Court in January 2021. Key Points
Economic TimesAyodhya airport completed in record time of 20 months: airport Authority Chairman
Ayodhya airport Inauguration: AAI Chairman Sanjeev Kumar asserted that air connectivity is important for Ayodhya adding that the airport Authority is happy about the expansion. The airport has been built in Ayodhya and AAI has completed it in a record time of 20 months, Kumar said while speaking in Ayodhya. Key Points
Economic TimesAyodhya airport: Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, with modern amenities, reflects Ram Mandir architecture; top photos & facts
Ayodhya airport, now called the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, will be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on December 30. Modeled after the upcoming Shri Ram Mandir, Ayodhya airport’s terminal building's facade reflects temple architecture. Ayodhya's state-of-the-art airport phase 1 has come up at a cost of around Rs 1450 crore. The terminal, covering 6500 square metres, aims to cater to around 10 lakh passengers annually. We take a look at some important facts, stunning images, and flight information about the Ayodhya airport: Key Points
Times of IndiaAyodhya airport to be renamed Maharishi Valmiki International airport Ayodhya Dham, say sources
Yesterday, the Uttar Pradesh government changed the name of Ayodhya railway station, and now the upcoming international airport will be named 'Maharishi Valmiki International airport Ayodhya Dham', reported news agency ANI, citing sources on Thursday. Ayodhya, one of the holiest cities in India and the state of Uttar Pradesh, is all set to get its first international airport, which would further help in promoting the pilgrimage site and give a boost to tourism in the state. Key Points
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Navy's MiG-29K aircraft suffers tyre burst at Dabolim airport; passenger flights hit
An Indian Navy fighter jet, the MiG-29K, experienced a tyre burst while taxiing at Dabolim airport in Goa. No injuries occurred, but the incident caused the aircraft to be stranded on the taxiway. The airport's runway closure until 4 pm affected passenger flights due to this routine sortie delay. Key Points
Economic TimesPlane stuck for days in France for a human trafficking investigation leaves for India
French authorities are still investigating the aim of the original flight. The Legend Airlines A340 plane stopped Thursday for refueling in Vatry en route from Fujairah airport in the United Arab Emirates for Managua, Nicaragua, and was grounded by police based on an anonymous tip that it could be carrying human trafficking victims. Key Points
Economic TimesGrounded flight with over 300 Indians in France sparks human trafficking probe: Key details
The Indian Embassy in France swiftly responded, confirming consular access and an ongoing investigation. The embassy, through social media, stated, French authorities informed us of a plane w/ 303 people, mostly Indian origin, from Dubai to Nicaragua detained on a technical halt at a French airport. Embassy team has reached & obtained consular access. We are investigating the situation, also ensuring wellbeing of passengers. Key Points
Economic TimesGranted consular access to those onboard flight grounded by French authorities: Indian embassy
A Nicaragua-bound plane carrying 303 Indian passengers from the UAE was grounded in France over suspected human trafficking. The Indian Embassy in France stated that it obtained consular access and is investigating the situation while ensuring the well-being of passengers. French authorities informed about the detention of the plane at Vatry airport, east of Paris. Key Points
Economic TimesIt’s Hard to Make Friends as an Adult. Have You Tried the Airport?
‘We just kind of got to talking.’ Chance encounters during travel hangups lead to parties, tailgates and the ‘Delta six.’ Key Points
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