India’s domestic air passenger traffic hit around 133 lakh in August, up by 2.3% from July and showing a year-over-year growth of about 7%. Capacity deployment by airlines increased as well. The aviation sector expects moderate growth in FY2025, with international passenger traffic for Indian carriers projected to grow by 15-20%.
Read MoreKenya’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport saw operations halted as workers protested a proposed deal with India’s Adani Group to renovate and operate the airport for 30 years. Fears over job cuts and worsening conditions fueled the strike, causing flight delays and cancellations. Kenya’s high court has temporarily blocked the agreement pending legal challenges.
Read MoreDefence Minister Rajnath Singh denounced Rahul Gandhi’s comments made during his US tour, calling them misleading and factless. Singh rejected Gandhi’s claims regarding the India-China border dispute and criticized his statements about the Sikh community and reservation policies. He urged Gandhi to stop making such false allegations.
Read MoreA video of 9-year-old Abhinav Arora tearfully pleading with a Ganpati idol has captivated global audiences. Known as ‘India’s Youngest Spiritual Orator,’ Abhinav’s deep-rooted spirituality and emotional plea to Lord Ganesha have resonated widely. His story continues to inspire, demonstrating that true faith transcends age.
Read MoreDuring construction work, a homeowner in Klotzow, Germany, discovered a rare 12th-century picture stone depicting Otto of Bamberg, a key figure in the Christianization of Pomerania. This find is significant as only about 20 such stones have been found along the Baltic coast of Germany and Poland. The stone will be displayed locally after...
Read MoreIn the latest WWE NXT episode, Jordynne Grace’s TNA Knockouts Championship defense against Sol Ruca was disrupted by Wendy Choo and Rosemary. The interference led to the title match being canceled. This attack adds to a series of confrontations involving Choo and Rosemary, hinting at more clashes in the future.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Semicon India summit at Greater Noida, calling on global chipmakers to invest in India. He highlighted the nation’s expanding semiconductor workforce and significant government support for manufacturing facilities. Modi envisions Indian-made chips in every device globally, striving to make India a leading semiconductor hub.
Read MoreIn terms of safety, it gets a 360-degree camera, six airbags (as standard), ISOFIX child seat mounts, TCS, stability control and Level 2 ADAS features such as as Forward Collision Warning and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (car, pedestrian, cyclist, junction turning), Lane Departure Warning and much more
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