India’s skies are expanding faster than anywhere else, yet the trajectory of future growth will hinge on how swiftly structural and systemic challenges are resolved to unlock untapped potential, writes Manish Pant. India’s aviation sector is experiencing an unprecedented boom, defined by rapid expansion in airport infrastructure, passenger traffic, and airline capacity. Over the past...
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RAHSTA Roundtable Sets Agenda for Smarter, Safer Highways
Held on 12 March 2026 at Courtyard by Marriott, Mumbai, alongside the Infrastructure Today Airport Conclave, the RAHSTA Roundtable brought together stakeholders from across the highways and infrastructure ecosystem to shape the agenda for the 16th RAHSTA 2026, scheduled for 8–9 July 2026 at the Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai. The session focused on key industry...
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Drone Startup BonV Aero Hails Rangeilunda’s Integrated Drone Testing
By enabling drones to be tested under real operational conditions, Odisha’s Rangeilunda ecosystem is set to deliver benefits beyond the UAV industry, BonV Aero has noted in a recent white paper. Homegrown deep‑tech drone manufacturing startup BonV Aero has lauded Odisha’s Rangeilunda airstrip as India’s first dynamic aviation environment for structured testing of unmanned aerial...
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“Entrepreneurial hunger, technology enablement to drive massive growth”
New Delhi‑headquartered integrated logistics provider Skyways Group is preparing for its Initial Public Offering (IPO) in 2026, one of five homegrown logistics players looking to tap the capital markets this year. Founded in 1983, the company reported a turnover of ₹22.71 billion in FY2024‑25. Even as the current turmoil in West Asia may lead the...
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Emirates SkyCargo Expands India Freighter Network to Meet Rising Trade Demand
The two additional freighters to Mumbai and Ahmedabad are set to expand Emirates SkyCargo’s capacity for pharmaceuticals, perishables, and electronics, reinforcing India’s global trade links. Emirates SkyCargo has deployed two additional freighters to India to meet the growing demand for air cargo services from hubs in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. The cargo arm of Emirates—the world’s...
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Dual Airports to Handle 40 Million Passengers in 2026, Timely Ramp‑Up Crucial: Crisil Ratings
Growth will be fuelled by robust economic activity, rising untapped demand, and the easing of capacity constraints at key metros, the ratings agency said. Airport traffic in India is projected to rise from nearly 415 million passengers this fiscal to around 580 million by fiscal 2030, at a compound annual growth rate of 8-9 per...
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Noida International Airport Partners Mann Fleet for Seamless Ground Mobility
The contract spans car rentals, intra‑terminal shuttles, and intra‑city bus services, ensuring comprehensive ground mobility at NIA. India’s largest upcoming airport, the Noida International Airport (NIA), has announced the selection of Mann Fleet Partners Ltd as its mobility services partner. This strategic collaboration will deliver comprehensive ground transportation solutions for passengers, ensuring convenience and efficiency....
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Air India, Lufthansa Group Ink Landmark MoU to Boost India‑Europe Connectivity
The MoU seeks to capitalise on opportunities opened by the landmark India‑EU Free Trade Agreement. Air India and the Lufthansa Group on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), establishing the framework for a joint business agreement between their carriers and subsidiaries. The comprehensive alliance encompasses Air India Express, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways,...
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GMRIT Achieves Deemed University Status, Strengthens Academic Expansion
With Deemed University status, GMRIT is set to expand into multidisciplinary sciences and applied research, with a focus on medical and allied health fields. Andhra Pradesh‑based engineering and technology institute, GMR Institute of Technology (GMRIT), has been notified as a ‘Deemed to be University’ by the Ministry of Education under the University Grants Commission (UGC)...
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DIAL Launches Family@DEL: First Family‑Centric Travel Initiative at an Indian Airport
The programme simplifies every stage of travel at India’s busiest airport, with tailored services for families that enhance the overall passenger experience. In a first for a major Indian airport, GMR AERO‑led Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has launched Family@DEL, a comprehensive initiative designed to make domestic departures more comfortable and stress‑free for families. The...