Tata Group's Air India to lease six more aircraft
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Air India To Lease 12 More Aircraft, To Be Inducted In 2023: The aircraft, expected to be inducted in the first half of 2023, are in addition to the thirty ...
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Jordan's air defence ready to shoot down any Iranian aircraft that violate its airspace
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Quick Glance: Jordan's Air Defence Ready to Intercept Iranian Aircraft
- Jordan's air defences are prepared to intercept and shoot down any Iranian drones or aircraft that violate its airspace.
- The army is on high alert, with radar systems monitoring drone activity from Iraq and Syria.
- Jordan has closed its airspace as a precautionary measure in case of an Iranian strike across its border.
- The U.S. has increased military aid to Jordan, deploying Patriot air defence systems to enhance border defences.
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Vistara working on flight plans beyond May 24, worst is over: CEO: 'Challenging start to new financial year', says Vinod Kannan after airline had to cancel 150 ...
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Boeing bets on India R&D and supply chain, seeking turnaround: TOKYO/MUMBAI -- Boeing has turned to India as an emerging R&D and supply chain hub ...
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- Boeing has leveraged India as an emerging R&D and supply chain hub to bounce back from a series of incidents that have dented trust in the U.S. aerospace giant.
- In January, Boeing inaugurated a new engineering and technology center in Bengaluru, India's tech hub, making it the largest investment outside the U.S. at 16 billion rupees ($191 million).
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Quick Glance: Vistara reduces flight operations due to pilot shortage
- Vistara Airlines is cutting daily flights by 25-30 due to a shortage of pilots.
- Pilots raised concerns about pay cuts and fatigue from a busy flight schedule.
- Operational restrictions primarily in domestic routes to prep for Air India merger.
- Actions aim to maintain operational stability and decrease flight disruptions.
West Asia tensions: AI, Vistara opt for alternative paths for flights: Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India, and Vistara on Saturday said they ...
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Air India Flying Returns Move To Revenue Based Effective Immediately: Air India’s Flying Returns frequent flier program moves entirely revenue based for earning ...
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Air India Dealt Blow as Aircraft Technicians Plan Strike: Trouble for Air India Ltd. is mounting with aircraft technicians planning a strike later this month ...
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Air India hired over 5,700 people in FY24, including over 3,800 flying crew: Air India hired more than 5,700 employees, including over 3,800 flying crew ...
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Air India passenger receives broken seat despite paying extra ₹1,000; airline issues apology | Mint
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Quick Glance: Air India Passenger Faces Seat Issue Despite Extra Payment, Airline Responds
- During an Air India flight from Delhi to Bengaluru, a passenger was shocked to discover a damaged seat upon boarding the aircraft. The individual took to social media to report the incident and contact the airline. Additionally, an additional payment of ₹1,000 was made for this specific window seat.
- The public post highlighted the passenger's dissatisfaction with the broken seat and the resulting inconvenience. The airline later apologized for the incident, promising to investigate and provide assistance. Images of the damaged seat were also shared as part of the public communication.
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Quick Glance: Israel Army Chief Vows Response to Iran Attack, Western Nations Call for Restraint
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- Israel's military leader pledges a response to Iran's attack, while Western countries urge Israel to avoid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
- Western nations, including the US, France, Germany, the UK, along with the United Nations and the European Union, advocate for restraint and de-escalation to prevent further conflict.
- Concerns of regional escalation loom as violence stemming from Israel's conflict in Gaza threatens to spread to other areas, prompting international calls for peace and diplomacy.
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- The men found themselves stranded on Pikelot Atoll after their boat was damaged during a fishing trip on March 31.
- Initiation of the search and rescue operation occurred on April 6 when a family member of the sailors contacted the Joint Rescue Sub-Center (JRSC) Guam due to their absence.
- Survival supplies were effectively provided to the stranded sailors until the USCGC Oliver Henry redirected to Pikelot Atoll on April 9 to finalize the rescue operation, according to officials.
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Vistara: Top India airline to reduce flights amid protests by pilots: Vistara has seen massive disruption in its services amid reports of pilots going on mass ...
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Quick Glance: Airline Pilot Crisis
- The pilot crisis at Vistara has resulted in numerous flight cancellations and significant delays, potentially damaging the reputation of a premium airline in India.
- The core issue stems from a new wage agreement that reduces pilots' flying hours from 70 to 40 per month, leading to substantial pay cuts.
- The Indian aviation sector faces a recurring shortage of staff, and Vistara's problems are not unique but rather a common issue in the industry.
- A concerted effort to address these underlying issues is crucial to prevent a recurrence of the problems affecting pilots.
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India’s biggest conglomerate takes on chipmaking: Tata Group goes into growth mode
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All newly delivered 737s undergo our own 48-hour inspection says Ryanair CEO: All new 737s delivered to Ryanair undergo 48-hour inspections says CEO ...
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Spirit Airlines furloughs 260 pilots to save money: Spirit Airlines said on Monday it has reached a deal with Airbus to delay all aircraft deliveries scheduled ...
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Worst is behind us, says Vistara CEO to employees as airline trims network | Mint
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- The images depict two passenger planes colliding on the runway at Heathrow Airport, prompting emergency services to rush to the scene.
- Virgin confirmed that an investigation into the incident has been launched, with the aircraft being taken out of service for maintenance checks.
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23 out of 25 Opposition leaders who joined BJP fold since 2014 let off by central agencies: Report
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Quick Glance: Investigations Against Opposition Leaders Concluded: Report
- Twenty-three out of 25 key Opposition politicians facing action from central agencies were released after joining the BJP or its allies since 2014, as reported by The Indian Express.
- Investigations against these 23 Opposition leaders were either closed or stalled.
- Most central agency actions targeted politicians in Maharashtra, linked to the toppling of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government and the split between Shiv Sena and Nationalist Congress Party.
- The BJP is labeled a 'washing machine' for corrupt politicians, as many investigated individuals were considered 'clean' after joining the party.
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