New Delhi: India’s ambitious bullet train project is moving closer to becoming a reality, with trial runs of the country’s first indigenous high-speed train expected to begin in May or June 2027, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said. The trials will initially be
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Varanasi: A routine security check at Varanasi’s Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport turned tense on Sunday morning when a licensed pistol carried by a passenger accidentally went off, injuring two security personnel. The passenger, identified as Kamlesh Kedarnath Rai, a resident of Azamgarh, was travelling to Mumbai with his wife on Air India Express flight
In a major step towards reducing traffic congestion and promoting sustainable travel, Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) will observe “Public Transport Day” every Friday starting June 12. The initiative aims to encourage over 2 lakh employees working in the city’s premier business district to leave their private vehicles at home and use public transport
A senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer has sparked a nationwide discussion after suggesting that Indians who behave irresponsibly while travelling abroad should face stricter consequences, including temporary restrictions on foreign travel in serious cases. Arun Bothra, Additional Director General of Police (CID-Crime) and Transport Commissioner of Odisha, shared his
An aircraft operated by Air India Express made a hard landing at Phuket International Airport, causing damage to its nose landing gear and forcing authorities to temporarily close the runway. The flight, identified as IX 938, had departed from Hyderabad and was carrying 133 passengers when the incident occurred on Wednesday. Nose Wheel Damaged During […]
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai has strongly defended the value of immigrants in the United States, especially within the technology sector, saying their contributions have been “nothing short of phenomenal.” Speaking to the BBC, Pichai said the US government recognises this importance and is working to maintain pathways for skilled workers despite recent debates over the […]
In a major step toward modernizing train travel in India, Indian Railways has launched SwaRail, a brand-new mobile application designed to bring all essential passenger services under one digital roof. Whether you’re booking a ticket, tracking your train, or ordering food on the go, SwaRail promises to simplify your journey like never before. Previously, passengers
Pakistani Entrepreneur’s Unexpected Mumbai Layover: Enjoys Vada Pao, Shares Unique Travel Experience
Waqas Hassan, a Pakistani entrepreneur, recently had an unexpected yet enjoyable layover in Mumbai while traveling from Singapore to Saudi Arabia on an IndiGo flight. With a six-hour stop at Mumbai airport, he made the most of his time by savoring the city’s famous vada pao and sharing his experience on Instagram. Hassan, the founder […]
In preparation for Republic Day celebrations, flight operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) will face temporary restrictions until January 26. The airport operator, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), announced that no flights will arrive or depart between 10:20 AM and 12:45 PM IST from January 19 to January 26. IGIA, the nation’s busiest […]
In a recent development, IndiGo, the leading Indian airline, has been slapped with a ₹25 lakh fine by the customs department. The fine pertains to an additional duty on residual Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). The penalty was imposed by the Joint Commissioner of Customs, Ludhiana, as reported by PTI. In response, InterGlobe Aviation, the parent […]
