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India pushes for more MSME suppliers in global aerospace market: Civil Aviation Minister Naidu

India's aviation sector offers immense opportunities for MSMEs and global integration. Indian airlines have placed orders for over 1,600 aircraft, creating significant demand. The country's aerospace market is projected to nearly double by 2035. Indian MSMEs currently supply over USD 4 billion in components annually. Efforts are underway to design,…

The Economic Times

Loek Hartog rescues Ollie Millroy from burning Ferrari after China GT crash

Millroy suffered multiple fractures in the Shanghai accident, while his AAI Motorsports team later criticised the emergency response and withdrew from the championship

Motorsport

Indigo flight hits pole while parking at Srinagar airport

An IndiGo flight from Navi Mumbai to Srinagar hit a docking guidance pole while being parked at Srinagar airport on Friday. The aircraft was damaged, but all passengers and crew were safe and no injuries were reported.

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Democrats ignored the uncommitted movement for Gaza in 2024. Now, it’s winning elections

By linking progressive politics with nominally Arab American issues, organizers are building winning coalitions

The Guardian - US

India's airport privatisation plan creates a barricade for power in few hands

The government plans to cap private bidders winning airport bundles. This aims to prevent excessive market concentration and financial leverage risks. Eleven Airports Authority of India airports will be leased in five bundles. Major airport operators are increasing their investment plans significantly. A separate debate continues regarding airport operators owning…

The Economic Times

Tamil Nadu plans new international airport near Chennai after dropping Parandur project

Tamil Nadu plans to establish a new international airport near Chennai to meet growing passenger and cargo demand, with alternative sites to be identified and assessed by the Airports Authority of India. The plan follows the state government's decision to abandon the proposed Parandur airport project over environmental and livelihood…

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Government plans to award 11 airports in 5 bundles to private players under public-private-partnership model

The government plans to award eleven airports to private players in five bundles. Five major airports will be bundled with six smaller airports for development. The Public Private Partnership Appraisal Committee has given its in-principle nod for this proposal. Concessionaires will invest an estimated Rs 8,622 crore in these airport…

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Centre says no policy bars airport operators from owning airlines, confirms AAI receiving waiver request

The government stated no policy prevents airport operators from holding airline equity. However, existing contracts may restrict such cross-ownership arrangements. Airports Authority of India received a waiver request for these contractual restrictions. This request is currently under examination by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Incumbent airlines have voiced concerns about…

The Economic Times

Adani Group 'lying brazenly' to stock exchanges: Mahua Moitra over group's alleged airline plans

A purported June 4 letter from Adani Airports to the Airports Authority of India (AAI) seeks a waiver that would allow Adani Defence & Aerospace and its affiliates to invest in, establish, own or control a scheduled airline.

The Economic Times

India to get 11 new flying schools to tackle India's 30000+ pilot shortage

Airports Authority of India awarded eleven new flying training slots with an aim to boost domestic pilot training capacity. The expansion will help meet the projected demand for over thirty thousand pilots. New facilities will add hundreds of training aircraft and simulators. This initiative will reduce foreign training dependence and…

The Economic Times

Zero Flights, Full Marks: How Khajuraho airport, with not a single flight, became India's best-rated

Khajuraho airport has been named India's best-rated airport by the AAI at a time when the airport has suspended all commercial flight operations since July. The airport's customer satisfaction index is based on passenger feedback on various facilities. Flights are expected to resume operations in October after the current pause.

The Economic Times

AAIB flags air traffic controllers' procedural lapses in airprox incident; suggests measures to AAI

An airprox incident involving two Boeing 777 aircraft occurred in Indian airspace on March 24, 2024. The probe agency recommended Airports Authority of India improve controller watch briefings. Procedural lapses and over-reliance on automated systems contributed to the serious incident. The agency also stressed sensitizing controllers about safety-critical Standard Operating…

The Economic Times

MoCA, AAI to extend complete support for flight testing, airspace needs of India's fifth-generation fighter aircraft programme

India's fifth-generation fighter jet program, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), is receiving backing from the Civil Aviation Ministry and Airports Authority of India. This support ensures smooth flight testing and airspace access, crucial for developing the nation's indigenous defense capabilities. The program aims to significantly enhance the Indian Air…

The Economic Times

First phase of 2026 Char Dham helicopter operations concludes successfully

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has successfully concluded the first phase of Char Dham Yatra 2026 helicopter operations, ensuring safe and reliable air connectivity for pilgrims. Approximately 400 daily movements facilitated over 78,000 pilgrims.

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Maintenance of Srinagar International airport runway necessary: AAI

Srinagar International Airport will undergo runway maintenance. Flights will be affected on Mondays and Tuesdays starting July. A complete 15-day closure is planned for October. This work is essential after 15 years. The tourism industry expresses concern over the October shutdown coinciding with peak holiday season. Alternative airport options are…

The Economic Times

Cabinet clears upgradation of Nagpur International Airport

Nagpur International Airport is set for a major upgrade through a public-private partnership. The Union Cabinet has approved extending the land lease for MIHAN India Ltd. This move allows GMR Nagpur International Airport Ltd to operate and modernize the airport. Passengers and cargo services are expected to see significant improvements.

The Times of India

Archery team faces US visa hurdle before World Cup

KOLKATA/NAGPUR: The Indian archers’ international season is off to a bumpy start after only a few members of the squad could board the flight to the US on Saturday for the season-opening World Cup first leg in Florida from April 8-13.

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AAI completes airspace design for Navi Mumbai, Noida airports

This milestone is pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency at these new airports, paving the way for future growth in one of the world's most dynamic aviation markets. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Airports Authority of India celebrates Republic Day with patriotic fervour

The Airports Authority of India celebrated the 76th Republic Day at the Delhi Air Traffic Services complex on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Senior IAS Vipin Kumar takes over as Airports Authority of India Chairman

Vipin Kumar, an IAS officer of 1996 batch, Bihar cadre took over as Chairman of Airports Authority of India, today. Read further on Dynamite News:

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With prolonged Gaza war, Israel’s Netanyahu may outlast Biden: Analysts

Top Israeli official says war will continue until year’s end, pushing it past US presidential elections in November.

Al Jazeera

Biden’s support among Arab Americans plummets amid Gaza war, new poll shows

Forty percent of Arab Americans in key US swing states say they are ‘not enthusiastic at all’ about November’s election.

The Hindu

Instrument Landing System inaugurated at Kalaburagi Airport

Kalaburagi Airport inaugurates Instrument Landing System for safe aircraft operations in adverse weather conditions, enhancing air navigation services.

The Guardian - AU

‘This is a game-changer’: Australia, once home of glamour flying boats, eyes a seaplane revival

In a nod to aviation history and the original ‘kangaroo route’, manufacturers are betting on the aircraft finding its niche again

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Maharashtra teams reign in National kho-kho

Maharashtra dominates 56th National kho kho championship, winning in both men's and women's sections.

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