Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) Terminal 2 (T2) is set to revolutionise security screening for air travellers by introducing a trial run of Computer Tomography X-ray (CTX) machines. The initiative, led by Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL), aims to eliminate the inconvenience of removing personal electronic devices from handbags during pre-embarkation security checks. The CTX machine, expected to be fully operational by December 2023, integrates seamlessly with the Automatic Tray Retrieval System (ATRS) and full-body scanners. This innovative system promises heightened security measures and operational efficiency, making KIA the first airport in India to implement passenger trials for the CTX…
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Over 150 aircraft belonging to Indian airlines are grounded, and that number could increase to 200 by March 2024, CAPA India said in its mid-year outlook on Monday. Indian carriers have a fleet of around 750 aircraft. According to CAPA India, 161-166 planes are grounded at present; thus, grounded planes account for a fifth of the combined total fleet of all carriers. Go First’s 54 planes were grounded after the airline filed for insolvency in May. IndiGo’s 45 A320Neo planes are grounded due to non-availability of engines (CAPA report puts the figure at 55), and the number is expected to…
udChalo, a consumer tech firm, has appointed Gen (Dr) Manoj Mukund Naravane, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM (Retd) 28th Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) (Former Chief of the Army Staff), to its advisory board. As part of the advisory team, General Naravane will guide the company, playing a pivotal role in making strategic decisions that aligns seamlessly with the needs and preferences of its customer base and beyond. The company said that udChalo is the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) to be winning the ‘National Start-Up Award’ by the Government of India. The company has recently expanded its platform to…
The Tamil Nadu government has given administrative approval for the acquisition of 3,774.01 acres of patta lands to facilitate the construction of the second airport for Chennai. The proposed airport, located at Parandur in the Kancheepuram district, will boast two runways. The acquisition will cover patta lands in Parandur and 19 other villages in the Kancheepuram district, amounting to a total land requirement of 5,746.18 acres. Compensation for the acquired lands will be determined in accordance with the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. Despite opposition from local residents concerned about potential…
In a recent development, lenders to Jet Airways have requested the Jalan-Kalrock Consortium (JKC), the consortium leading the revival efforts for the grounded carrier, to present the crucial Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in the upcoming hearing at the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT). The AOC, a prerequisite for resuming flight operations, is a pivotal document in the airline’s journey towards revival. Jet Airways, which hasn’t operated since April 17, 2019, saw its AOC revalidated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on May 20 of the previous year. However, concerns have been raised as the revalidated certificate expired…
Air India is set to establish a direct link between Delhi and Thailand’s popular island destination Phuket, with a non-stop service starting from December 15. This new service is geared towards meeting the rising demand for seamless air travel between the two cities, catering to both tourism and trade. Also, the move is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing the airline’s expansion strategies. The service will be facilitated by an A320neo aircraft featuring 162 seats, with 150 in Economy and 12 in Business Class. The outbound flight, AI 378, will take off from Delhi at 1.10 am and…
Noida International Airport (NIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IndiGo to be the launch carrier for the newly-developed airport. Under this arrangement, NIA and IndiGo will collaborate to develop and strengthen air connectivity within Uttar Pradesh and beyond. The partnership aims to explore new and innovative ideas, focusing on achieving operational efficiency and an enhanced customer experience. Christoph Schnellmann, CEO, Noida International Airport, expressed excitement about the MoU, stating, “We are thrilled to enter into this partnership with IndiGo, a carrier with a robust presence in both domestic and international markets.” Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo, said, “We…
Malaysia will allows visa-free entry to citizens of China and India for stays of up to 30 days starting on December 1, its Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced. Anwar made the announcement late on Sunday during a speech at his People’s Justice Party congress and did not say for how long the visa exemption would be applicable. China and India are Malaysia’s fourth and fifth-largest source markets respectively. According to government data, Malaysia recorded 9.16 million tourist arrivals between January and June this year, with 498,540 from China and 283,885 from India. That compared to 1.5 million arrivals from…
Fortune Hotels, a member of ITC’s hotel group, has launched Fortune Park Tiruppur, its newest property in the historic city of Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu. Strategically located in the heart of the textile and knitwear hub of India, the hotel opening marks a significant step forward in Fortune Hotels’ expansion into South India. Announcing the addition of the Fortune Park, Tiruppur to the company’s 64 alliances -strong portfolio Samir MC, Managing Director, Fortune Hotels, said, “The Fortune Park Tiruppur is our sixth milestone in Tamil Nadu. It is exciting to continue our successful stride into tier 2 and 3 markets aptly…
The US Embassy in India has announced a policy change regarding student visa appointments. The official account of U.S. Embassy in India in a post on X (formerly Twitter) has announced – To prevent fraud and abuse of the appointment system, we are announcing the following policy change which will be implemented beginning November 27, 2023. All F, M, and J student visa applicants must use their own passport information when creating a profile and scheduling their visa appointment. Applicants who have created a profile or booked an appointment using an incorrect passport number will not be accepted at the…
