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AKASA'S NEED FOR FUNDS
.@AkasaAir has raised ₹450 cr from existing investors & is likely to raise another ₹700-800 cr from a new investor in the next couple of months, sources tell CNBC-TV18.
Why does Akasa keeps raising funds?
@madeehamedia reports.
#Aviation #India
Swiss launches five weekly Zurich - Bengaluru flights
SWISS CEO Jens Fehlinger said:
"With Bengaluru, we are launching more than just a new flight route. We are creating new opportunities for our guests, for Swiss companies, and for Switzerland as a business location.
India is a market with enormous potential...We are making a targeted investment in the growth of our long-haul network while also strengthening Switzerland's international connectivity.
aneesh phadnis retweeted
Tata Sons boardroom tensions intensify as Noel Tata challenges Chandrasekaran’s reappointment.
Noel Tata has sought the recording of the September 17 board meeting and questioned whether reported business links involving TVS Motor and a company associated with Chandrasekaran’s family were adequately disclosed. He has also argued that the reappointment resolution was invalid
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Akasa Air has raised Rs 450 crore by selling shares to existing investors to meet operating expenses and fund it's expansion plans.
The fund raise, second since last August, comes amid slow traffic growth and tough operating environment that has seen crude oil price increase to over $ 100 a barrel.
thehindubusinessline.com/eco…
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India and Russia are looking to leverage the Northern Sea Route (NSR) for faster transport of goods and hydrocarbons with the first pilot voyage being planned for 2027 — the 80th year of beginning of diplomatic relations between the two countries, reports Rishi Ranjan Kala (@RishiKala) thehindubusinessline.com/eco…
Quick take on transfer of flights from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai.
Major focus on West Asia routes
Yet for now flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha remain in Mumbai ( IndiGo has code shares with Qatar Air..Plus Dubai, Abu Dhabi have a larger high yield O&D traffic)
Jakarta sees huge connecting traffic from Jeddah and it shifts to Navi Mumbai along with Saudi routes
IndiGo to add more international flights from Mumbai. Dar es Salaam already announced. Manila expected from January
Air India Express and IndiGo are shifting domestic and international flights from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai Airport, with a major focus on West Asia, transferring around 3 million passengers annually, reports Aneesh Phadnis (@aneeshp) thehindubusinessline.com/com…
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Important , breaking in @businessline
“We have alerted all the critical sectors including banks, power companies and others but the segment which is big in PHP is actually the MSME sector,” a top Indian government official told @businessline , explaining that a lot of the smaller companies chose this stack since it’s a faster and easier way to putting up a website.
“ We are talking to industry associations and have initiated outreach to support them in whatever can be done,” the official added.
As for Govt’s own sites , about 30%, and mostly newer portals, run on PHP , said the official, noting that NIC has patched most on a priority basis
With details on how India Inc is tackling the PHP crisis :
thehindubusinessline.com/inf…
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Important update: Plz save the numbers.
With recurring technical glitches affecting the 101 emergency helpline operated through MTNL, the Mumbai Fire Brigade has introduced five alternative mobile numbers.
BMC announced the additional numbers on Wednesday. Citizens can call 9076333101, 9076333102, 9076333103, 9076333104 or 9076333105 to seek assistance during fires, building collapses, road accidents, tree falls, drowning incidents and other emergencies.
A routine four-hour journey between Riyadh and Kerala has turned into a travel ordeal lasting over 10 hours for some passengers, as they are forced to travel by road to Dammam or Bahrain to catch flights home.
thehindubusinessline.com/new…
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New Zealand will now build with a 'Made in India' JCB machine!
Proud to flag off the first-ever JCB machine export to New Zealand, made in Pune, Maharashtra.
The #IndiaNewZealandFTA is unlocking new opportunities for our manufacturing. 🇮🇳🇳🇿
@ShelarAshish @JitinPrasada
SAS Airlines Airbus A330 does a U-turn, returns to Copenhagen after six hours of flight
The airline said aircraft returned to base due to technical issue
thehindubusinessline.com/eco…
aneesh phadnis retweeted
The Airline Operators Committee (AOC) of Mumbai airport has said it’s members have not agreed to reduction of slots and transfer of international flights to Navi Mumbai. The AOC which represents 47 airlines has again asked the Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) to adhere to Civil Aviation Ministry’s slot allocation guidelines before finalising capacity reduction, writes Aneesh Phadnis (@aneeshp) thehindubusinessline.com/eco…
Air India and Air India Express passengers can rebook for free their Saudi Arabia flight ticket to any alternate Gulf airport (other GCC countries).
This is applicable for passengers holding confirmed Air India or Air India Express bookings issued on or before 15 October 2026, with travel dates between 9 October and 25 October 2026
In view of the prevailing situation, Air India and Air India Express have temporarily suspended flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until 24 October 2026. We understand that these disruptions may affect our guests' travel plans and are committed to providing as much flexibility as possible during this period.
Guests holding confirmed Air India or Air India Express bookings issued on or before 15 October 2026, with travel dates between 9 October and 25 October 2026, are eligible for a one-time complimentary date change on their respective airline up to 10 November 2026. Guests who do not wish to rebook on the originally preferred sector for a future date may, instead, choose to rebook from an alternative station in the GCC region served by their respective airline, subject to availability. Guests choosing the latter option are required to make their own travel arrangements to get to their preferred alternative point of departure and meet the applicable visa and entry requirements. Air India guests may rebook to or from Dubai or Doha. Air India Express guests may rebook to or from Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Ras Al Khaimah, Salalah or Sharjah. Guests whose flights have been cancelled may also opt for a full refund if they choose not to travel.
Our teams are available through our contact centres (AI Contact Centre: +91 1169329333 / +91 1169329999,
AIX Contact Centre: +91 124 6935600) and city booking offices in GCC stations and India to assist with rebooking and refund requests.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and will keep guests informed of any further updates.
Our priority remains to support affected guests, minimise inconvenience, and help them continue their journeys with suitable travel options.
#TravelAdvisory
