Bharti Airtel Ltd. has emerged as the leader in India’s telecom sector, gaining market share over the past 12 months following tariff hikes implemented earlier. According to the latest data from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the country’s mobile sector saw a 14% year-on-year revenue growth, totaling Rs 2.69 lakh crore. During this period, Bharti Airtel reported the highest revenue growth of 19%, while Vodafone Idea Ltd. and Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd.

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the National Capital Region (NCR) states, including Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, for failing to pay compensation to construction workers after air pollution led to a halt in construction activities. The court emphasized that action only begins when it summons top officers and demanded proof of payments made to the workers. Despite its orders, none of the states had shown evidence of compensation. The court has now asked the

On Sunday, fierce fighting continued between Israel and Hezbollah, with Israel striking Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut. In retaliation, Hezbollah launched one of its largest attacks in months, firing around 250 rockets into Israel, wounding at least seven people. Israeli air defenses intercepted some of the rockets, but others caused damage to houses, including in the Tel Aviv area. Hezbollah also claimed responsibility for launching a swarm of attack drones targeti

At the 2024 Zhuhai Airshow, China presented a range of cutting-edge military technology, reaffirming its growing strength in defense and its ambition to be a global leader in military innovation. The biennial event, which attracts industry leaders and military experts from around the world, was a key platform for China to display new advancements in weapons, aircraft, and naval systems. Among the highlights was the J35-A Stealth Fighter, China's second stealth fighter after the

More than 100 passengers of an Air India flight, scheduled to fly from Phuket to New Delhi on November 16, have been stranded for over 80 hours due to ongoing technical issues. According to multiple social media posts from passengers, the flight was initially delayed by six hours due to a technical fault. After waiting for hours, passengers were told to board the plane, only to be deboarded an hour later when the flight was canceled. The airline allegedly prepped the same plane for

The Supreme Court of India today expressed grave concern over the alarming pollution levels blanketing northern India, as Punjab reported the highest number of farm fires this season, with nearly 1,000 fires detected in just one day. This came on the same day that the court scrutinized Delhi's air pollution, which had reached unprecedented levels. Hiren Jethva, an aerosol remote sensing scientist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, pointed out that the data collected betw

Delhi is grappling with thick smog, pushing the city's air quality index (AQI) into the 'Severe' category. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has activated Stage III of the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), effective from 8 am tomorrow. This stage is triggered when AQI exceeds 401, with several stringent measures aimed at mitigating the pollution crisis. Under GRAP Stage III, non-essential construction and demolition work will be banned, and

In a significant ruling on Thursday, the Supreme Court of India ordered the liquidation of Jet Airways, invoking its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Indian Constitution. The court's decision came after it set aside a previous ruling by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) that had upheld the resolution plan proposed by the Jalan-Kalrock Consortium, allowing th

Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, a prominent figure in the political landscape, has recently raised concerns about the surge in false cases filed against social media activists in the state. He highlighted that around 50-60 cases have been registered, creating a climate of fear among these individuals. In response, he called for immediate action and solidarity to support those facing legal troubles. Ramakrishna Reddy emphasized the need for constituency coordinators to stand by social med

Flights Delayed in Longview, Cancellations Out of Tyler Due to Storms in DFW Area As of November 5, 2024, multiple flights have been affected by severe weather around the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Three planes are currently grounded at the East Texas Regional Airport due to the storms. Two of these planes, originally bound for Dallas, had to divert to Longview. The third is a scheduled 2 p.m. flight to Dallas, which remains on hold while officials monitor we

As part of its commitment to the NDA coalition's promises made prior to the elections, the central government is actively working to halt the disinvestment process of the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), commonly known as the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, there are ongoing efforts to ensure the plant remains operational amid concerns over financial viability and raw material shortages. Recent reports indicate that the B

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for attempting to dilute the sanctity of Waqf properties through an amendment to the Waqf Bill. Owaisi expressed his concern over the perceived discrimination against Muslims regarding their personal and religious rights, particularly in the management of Waqf assets. He welcomed the announcement from the TTD chairman, who stated an agenda to remove non-Hindus from the Board’s administration. Owa

IndiGo, the flagship carrier of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd., is facing significant operational challenges as over 70 aircraft remain grounded for the fourth consecutive quarter. This situation has severely impacted the airline's financial health, with maintenance expenses soaring to Rs 2,745 crore in the September quarter—an increase of nearly 30% compared to the previous year. According to Mark Martin, founder and CEO of Martin Consulting, the grounding of Pratt & Whitne

Tata Group's Air India is set to introduce new flights to Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Los Angeles (LAX) this winter, expanding its U.S. network. According to Ishrion Aviation, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) recently approved the routes as part of the winter schedule, allowing Air India to operate up to seven weekly flights on each route using Boeing 777 aircraft. Both routes are scheduled from Air India’s primary international hub in Del

An Air India direct flight from New Delhi to Chicago was diverted to Iqaluit Airport in Canada today due to a hoax bomb threat posted online. This incident is part of a troubling trend, as six flights have been grounded in just 48 hours after receiving similar threats. Today, in addition to the Air India flight AI127, which was en route from Delhi to Chicago, other flights including a Dammam-Lucknow IndiGo flight and an Ayodhya-Bengaluru Air India Express were also grounded due to s

An Air India Express flight, AXB 613, successfully landed at Tiruchirappalli airport after reporting a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff. The flight, which was headed to Sharjah with 144 passengers on board, took off at 5:40 PM and experienced the technical snag soon after departure. Following the report of the hydraulic issue, the pilots were instructed to return to the airport. However, due to the aircraft being fully fueled, a precautionary landing was deemed inadvisable. T

Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff, effective September 30, 2024. This significant transition will see him succeed the outgoing Chief, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, who will demit office on the same day. Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Singh brings a wealth of experience to this pivotal role. Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 1984, Singh’s career spans sever

India has launched an innovative Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. This initiative aims to significantly reduce the time taken for immigration clearance, slashing wait times from a minimum of 30 minutes to just a few seconds. The program utilizes biometrics to provide pre-verified travelers with a smoother experience during both arrival and departure. The Ministry of Home Affairs has plans to expand the

Studying abroad can significantly enhance career prospects, offering students access to world-class education, diverse cultural experiences, and valuable global networks. For those who meticulously plan their academic journey, attending top-ranked universities overseas can lead to exceptional job opportunities. However, the high cost of foreign education can be daunting. Students often turn to scholarships or education loans to fund their studies. In India, various banks provide edu

The Delhi government is intensifying its efforts to address stubble burning, a major contributor to winter pollution in the capital, by launching a significant initiative to spray bio-decomposer across 5,000 acres of farmland. This initiative, announced by Delhi Development Minister Gopal Rai, aims to curb pollution and enhance sustainable farming practices. Currently, 841 farmers have registered for th