The Union government has advised the States to take certain financial measures like slashing VAT on jet fuel up-ĆĀ”lifted by airlines and underwriting of some seats to encourage aviation growth.
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Category: Aviation & Airports
GMR Infra, JBIC sign MoU for infra sector
GMR Infrastructure has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
MPT plans cruise terminal building
Chief Minister of Goa, Manohar Parikar recently laid the foundation stone for a cruise passenger terminal building at the Mormugao port.
Air travel in smaller cities to take off
The Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Pusapati Raju said his ministry is focusing on improving air connectivity in the country. The ministry has cleared six proposals allowing them to launch airlines after getting the requisite approvals.
Airport developer challenges NGT order
The KGS Aranmula International Airport Ltd has moved the Supreme Court against the National Green Tribunal (NGT) verdict cancelling the environmental clearance given to the airport project by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests.
Cargo operations at 24 airports
The Civil Aviation Ministry has identified 24 airports for the development of domestic air cargo terminals. The governments plan calls for the creation of a national logistics network for the faster movement and clearance of goods
Govt to develop 5 airports
The Civil Aviation Ministry will start the development of five no-frills airports and award management contracts of four airports to private operators in the current financial year.
Govt plans to upgrade Jaipur and Jodhpur airports
According to the Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, GM Siddeshwara, Airports Authority of India (AAI) has a plan for extension of runway at Jaipur Airport. An expansion of integrated terminal building along with the construction of cargo complex
Odisha, AAI to develop Jharsuguda airport
The Odisha government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for developing an airport at Jharsuguda in western Odisha at a cost of Rs 210 crore.
Govt plans to upgrade Jaipur and Jodhpur airports
According to the Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, GM Siddeshwara, Airports Authority of India (AAI) has a plan for extension of runway at Jaipur Airport. An expansion of integrated terminal building along with the construction of cargo complex

