₹900 Cr Upkeep for 15 Idle UDAN Airports
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.
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Haryana Revises HPSC Civil Services Exam Syllabus
Haryana government revises HPSC exam syllabus for HCS and allied services. Key changes include dropping optional subjects and adding new General Studies papers. Read the complete breakdown.
Greece Air Traffic Control Failure Not Cyberattack
A major radio failure at Greece's air traffic control grounded flights nationwide. Authorities confirm it was not a cyberattack. Read the full details on the incident and its impact.
DGCA Bans Power Bank Charging on Flights
DGCA bans power bank charging on flights over lithium battery risks. New guidelines mandate carrying them in hand luggage and reporting overheating. Stay informed.
Madras HC Questions DGCA on IndiGo Fatigue Norms Exemption
Madras High Court directs DGCA to clarify if it will extend IndiGo's exemption from pilot fatigue rules. Hearing follows a plea challenging the legality of the waiver. Read the full details.
National Mission for Drone Component Manufacturing Soon
India's Ministry of Civil Aviation is set to launch a national mission to promote domestic manufacturing of drone parts. The proposal may soon seek Union Cabinet approval, aiming to strengthen the 'Made in India' initiative in the drone sector.
Pakistan OKs Biman's Direct Dhaka-Karachi Flights
Pakistan's aviation authority greenlights Biman Bangladesh Airlines to start direct operations on the Dhaka-Karachi route. Flight schedules to be finalised next week.
Vodafone Idea Hit with Rs 638 Crore GST Penalty
Vodafone Idea receives a massive GST penalty order of Rs 638 crore from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence. The telecom giant plans to appeal. Details inside.
DGCA Clarifies Official Transfer Post IndiGo Fiasco
DGCA calls transfers internal decisions after an official was moved following the IndiGo schedule collapse. The regulator asserts its commitment to aviation safety standards. Read the full story.
HAL's Dhruv-NG helicopter completes first flight in Bengaluru
HAL's Advanced Light Helicopter Dhruv-NG completes its first flight, marking a milestone for India's civil aviation manufacturing and export ambitions. Read more about this indigenous achievement.
India to Levy 12% Safeguard Duty on Steel Imports from 2025
India imposes safeguard duties up to 12% on select steel flat product imports from April 2025 to 2028 to protect domestic industry. Key details and analysis inside.
India imposes 3-year steel import duty to curb cheap shipments
India imposes 11-12% safeguard duty on select steel imports for three years to protect domestic industry from cheap shipments, primarily from China. Read the full details.
Indigo to Contest Rs 458 Crore GST Penalty Order
IndiGo faces a massive Rs 458 crore GST penalty from authorities. The airline vows to contest the order, claiming compliance with all regulations. Read the full details.
HAL's Dhruv-NG Civil Helicopter Completes Inaugural Flight
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's new Dhruv-NG helicopter completes its first flight in Bengaluru. HAL eyes 80% indigenisation and a booming civil aviation market. Read more.
UPSC GS 3 Practice: Aviation Market & Siliguri Corridor
Ace your UPSC Mains with this week's GS Paper 3 practice. Dive deep into questions on India's domestic aviation market dominated by a few carriers and the strategic importance of the Siliguri Corridor for national security. Essential insights for IAS aspi
HAL Dhruv NG Civil Helicopter's First Flight in Bengaluru
HAL's advanced Dhruv NG civil helicopter completes its maiden flight, marking a key step in India's self-reliance in aviation. Read about its features and significance.
HAL Dhruv-NG Civil Helicopter Completes Maiden Flight
HAL's Dhruv-NG civil helicopter completes its first flight, marking India's strategic push into indigenous, cost-effective civilian aviation. Read about its features and future.
Delhi Airport Chaos: 118 Flights Cancelled Due to Fog
Heavy fog disrupts operations at Delhi's IGI Airport, leading to mass cancellations and diversions. Ministry mandates strict passenger care norms. Stay updated on flight status.
ICRA: Aviation Sector Losses Pegged at Rs 17-18k Cr in FY26
ICRA sharply revises India's aviation sector loss projection to Rs 17,000-18,000 crore for FY26, driven by IndiGo's operational disruptions in December. Read the full analysis.
Dalits in Mangaluru Demand Police Probe SC/ST Cases
Dalit activists in Mangaluru demand SC/ST atrocity cases be probed by local police, not DCRE, citing inefficiency and delays. DCP Mithun HN says decision rests with government.
13,000+ Air Passenger Grievances Resolved by Ministry
India's Civil Aviation Ministry control room has successfully addressed over 13,000 passenger complaints since December 3 through focused monitoring. Read how this initiative is improving air travel.
New 24x7 Control Room for Air Passenger Issues
India's Civil Aviation Ministry establishes a round-the-clock control room to swiftly address air passenger complaints. Learn how this initiative aims to improve your travel experience.
DGCA official removed after IndiGo schedule collapse
DGCA removes flight standards chief after IndiGo's operational fiasco affecting 5,000 flights. More action expected as calls for a complete regulatory revamp grow. Read the full story.
UN Secretary-General Calls for Peace in War-Torn Sudan
UN Secretary-General António Guterres appeals for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan's civil war, highlighting immense human suffering and regional instability. Read his urgent plea for peace.
UPSC Interview Expert Tips: Answering 'Why Civil Services?'
Former IRAS officer Sharad Mallik explains what the UPSC Personality Test truly judges. Learn how to frame your 'Why Civil Services?' answer and turn your DAF into an asset. Essential reading for 2025 aspirants.
Wings India 2026 aviation expo scheduled for Hyderabad
Hyderabad gears up to host Wings India 2026, Asia's largest civil aviation event, from Jan 28-31. Explore global aerospace innovations and India's soaring aviation sector.
IndiGo Ready for Holidays After 10% Winter Schedule Cut
IndiGo asserts readiness for holiday travel demand after operational challenges. The airline has cut its winter schedule by 10% and faces 100 consumer complaints over cancellations.
Govt Clears 3 New Airlines, Including Ratan Tata-Backed Airline
India's aviation sector expands as the government grants NOC to three new airlines, including a Ratan Tata-backed venture. Discover the new players and what this means for flyers.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Blast
A senior Russian military general was assassinated after an explosive device detonated under his car in Moscow. Authorities have launched a terror probe into the shocking attack.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack
A senior Russian military commander, Major General Vadim K., is assassinated in a car bomb explosion in Moscow. Investigators treat it as a terrorist act. Read the latest details.
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