IndiGo has reinstated direct air connectivity with Mainland China and marked a long-haul milestone with its non-stop Mumbai-London service. October 26 marked a twin milestone for IndiGo, India’s largest airline by passenger volumes and fleet size, as it reinstated direct air connectivity with Mainland China and launched its non-stop long-haul service between Mumbai and London....
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India to Host Asia-Pacific Aircraft Accident Investigation Meet for the First Time
India’s hosting of the meet signals its growing aviation leadership and push for stronger regional safety standards. In a significant milestone for aviation safety and international collaboration, India will host the Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) meeting and workshop for the first time. The four-day event, organised by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)...
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Nithia Capital Acquires Topworth Urja for ₹3 Billion, Expands Long Steel Portfolio
Urja acquisition builds on Nithia’s earlier investments in Evonith Metallics Ltd and Evonith Value Steel Ltd, and follows the successful turnaround and exit from Crest Steel and Power Ltd, which was sold to Amalgam Steel. Nithia Capital and its investment holding arm Evonith Holdings have completed the acquisition of Topworth Urja & Metals for ₹3...
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Delhi Airport Reopens Future-Ready Terminal 2 to Boost Passenger Flow and Airline Efficiency
The upgraded Terminal 2 at India’s busiest airport combines advanced systems with smart infrastructure to streamline passenger movement and rebalance airline operations. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), led by the GMR Group, has announced the reopening of the upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), effective from the intervening night of October...
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ICRA Forecasts Steady Power Demand Growth in FY2026 Amid Monsoon Drag and Renewable Surge
Despite the anticipated recovery, electricity demand growth remains below India’s GDP forecast of 6.5 per cent for FY2026. India’s electricity demand is expected to grow steadily in FY2026, with ratings agency ICRA projecting a full-year increase of around 4.5 per cent. This follows a subdued first half, where demand rose just 1 per cent due...
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IndiGo Retains Dominance in Indian Skies as Four New Airports Join Winter Schedule 2025
With a 5.95 per cent rise in weekly departures and over 26,000 flights across 126 airports, the Winter Schedule 2025—effective from October 26, 2025, to March 28, 2026—signals continued recovery and expansion in domestic connectivity. IndiGo, India’s largest airline by passenger volumes and fleet size, remains the dominant player with 15,014 weekly departures, followed by...
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Railways Deploys 6,181 Special Trains for Post-Chhath Return; Bihar Stations Reinforced for Festive Rush
In a cultural first, Indian Railways has begun playing Chhath songs at major stations to immerse passengers in the festive spirit, evoking the essence of home, tradition, and devotion throughout their journey. Indian Railways is facilitating a smooth and comfortable return journey for passengers after Chhath Puja by operating 6,181 special trains across the country....
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NTPC and EIL Partner to Develop Coal-to-SNG Facility for Grid Stability and Clean Energy Transition
This collaboration with EIL, India’s public sector EPC leader, marks a strategic milestone in developing integrated, indigenous solutions for cleaner energy production. NTPC Ltd, India’s largest integrated power utility, has signed a strategic agreement with Engineers India Ltd (EIL) to develop a coal-to-synthetic natural gas (SNG) facility aimed at enhancing grid stability and as part...
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NHAI to Display Toll Pass Details at Fee Plazas to Boost Transparency and Ease Travel
The initiative aims to ensure that highway users are fully informed about the availability, pricing, and application process for concessional toll passes, making travel more economical, transparent, and hassle-free. In a move to enhance transparency and improve commuter awareness, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has directed its field offices to prominently display detailed...
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TEC Signs MoU with IIT-Hyderabad to Drive Indigenous Telecom Standards
The partnership creates a formal framework for TEC and IIT-Hyderabad to jointly develop India-specific standards, test frameworks, and technical contributions in emerging domains, including 6G, artificial intelligence, Open RAN, and non-terrestrial networks. The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the...