India Revives Old Airstrips in East Amid Bangladesh Tensions
The Centre plans to renovate abandoned airstrips in Bengal, Assam, and Tripura to boost regional connectivity and security near the Bangladesh border.
The Centre plans to renovate abandoned airstrips in Bengal, Assam, and Tripura to boost regional connectivity and security near the Bangladesh border.
Daily helicopter services linking Shimla with Bhunter (Kullu) and Reckong Peo (Kinnaur) start Jan 14. Fares from INR 3,500. Explore Himachal's beauty faster!
The Airports Authority of India inspects Valmikinagar airport near Nepal border for revival under UDAN. Move aims to boost tourism, connectivity & economy in West Champaran. Read more.
Bihar's new civil aviation department accelerates airport development in Darbhanga, Raxaul, Muzaffarpur & Purnia. Land acquisition, tenders progress for improved regional connectivity. Read details.
A nine-seater aircraft on the Rourkela-Bhubaneswar route force-landed near the steel city, damaging the aircraft. This incident casts doubt on the recently resumed flight connectivity under the UDAN scheme. Read more about the impact on passengers and the
Fly91 announces expansion to Hubballi with 2 new ATR 72-600 aircraft leased from DAE. Flights to Bengaluru & Hyderabad expected to start in March, boosting North Karnataka connectivity.
The FCC authorises SpaceX to expand its Starlink network with 7,500 new satellites, aiming for 1 Gbps speeds and direct-to-cell connectivity worldwide. Read more about this game-changing move.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria proposes a cost-effective metro-bus hybrid for Chandigarh, citing Jaipur's financial failure. New plan focuses on peripheral corridors and robust bus fleet.
India's UDAN scheme faces turbulence as ₹900 crore is spent on 15 non-operational airports. Read about the viability challenges and regional aviation struggles.
Daily private helicopter flights connect Shimla with Kullu & Kinnaur under UDAN scheme from Jan 14. Fares start at Rs 3,500. Read details about routes, operator, and the new connectivity.
TRAI introduces a star rating system for buildings to improve indoor mobile connectivity. Learn how this initiative will benefit residents and ensure better network quality.
Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal reveals his aviation startup LAT Aerospace's radical vision: small STOL aircraft for city-to-city travel, eliminating long airport commutes. Discover the future of regional connectivity.
Star Air projects a 70% revenue jump to ₹1,100 crore in FY26. The regional airline expands its fleet and network under UDAN, raising fresh capital for growth. Read more.
India's strategic and economic future hinges on fully integrating its Northeast region. Discover the untapped potential and the path forward for national prosperity.
Star Air launches a New Year fare sale with tickets from ₹1,799. Book from Dec 24-31, 2025, for travel until Sep 2026. Explore affordable regional connectivity.
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, AlHind Air, and FlyExpress to boost competition and regional connectivity. Discover the Kerala-based AlHind Air's ambitious plans.
India's aviation ministry grants NOC to three new airlines - Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress. This move aims to enhance regional air connectivity across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Read more.
Delhi Transport Corporation plans two new bus routes to improve last-mile connectivity to metro stations. The proposal aims to bridge gaps in public transport.
Dense fog caused zero visibility, leading to the cancellation of six flights at Biju Patnaik International Airport. BPIA officials note a rise in fog-related disruptions this December. Read more.
Odisha govt greenlights Jeypore Airport upgrade to Category 3C, enabling 24/7 ops & 72-seater aircraft. Land secured, runway to extend to 2700m. A boost for South Odisha's economy.
Karnataka Minister M B Patil requests the Civil Aviation Ministry to extend UDAN financial support from 3 to 7-10 years to prevent airport closures. Learn about the state's regional connectivity crisis.
Star Air launches first commercial flight from Navi Mumbai International Airport, marking a historic milestone for India's aviation and infrastructure sectors. Read more.
Rajya Sabha member Kartikeya Sharma meets Civil Aviation Minister to expedite Ambala Civil Enclave Airport and push for aviation training infrastructure in Haryana for jobs and regional growth.
Telangana gains 30 air routes under UDAN scheme, with 29 already active, enhancing connectivity from Hyderabad to tier-II & III cities. Discover the new flight links.
Mysuru Airport's expansion gains momentum with a joint survey of 206.1 acres. The upgrade will extend the runway for wide-body aircraft, boost cargo exports, and enhance tourism. Read more.
Telangana's 'Rising-2047' vision aims to connect every corner of the state to Hyderabad within two hours through massive road expansion and multi-sector development. Discover the ambitious roadmap.
The new 464-km six-lane Raipur-Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor, approved at Rs 4,093 crore, will cut travel time by 5 hours and boost regional trade and connectivity. Read more.
Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu faces online trolls over IndiGo crisis. TDP colleagues in Parliament defend his actions, citing control room setup and probe. Read more.
Tripura CM Manik Saha calls for prioritizing all-weather, multimodal connectivity in NE at high-level task force meeting. DoNER ministry allocated Rs 15,905.86 crore over 5 years.
Delhi govt revives Dwarka circular bus service with electric buses & new route to boost last-mile connectivity. Key metro stations like Dwarka & Sector-8 to be linked. Read more.