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US reverse-engineered Iranian Shahed-136 kamikaze drone, used it on Iran
4+ hour, 27+ min ago (384+ words) US Central Command confirmed the deployment of these "kamikaze" drones via social media, characterising the engagement as a historic milestone in modern warfare. The operation covered a massive theatre, with CENTCOM's naval and aerial assets monitoring over 2.5 million square miles…...
444 flights set to be cancelled due to airspace blockade over Iran, Gulf countries: MoCA
7+ hour, 1+ min ago (291+ words) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed the massive disruptions, putting major airports on high alert to manage diversions and assist passengers. New Delhi: India's aviation authorities reported massive disruptions to air travel through the weekend, with nearly 900 flights…...
Air India suspends flights to Israel from March 1 for a week citing rising regional tensions
1+ day, 33+ min ago (295+ words) Air India halts Israel flights for a week from March 1 amid escalating Middle East tensions. Air India has suspended all its flights to Israel for one week starting March 1 due to security concerns, according to Israeli media reports. The decision…...
Israel shuts airspace after daylight strike on Tehran; all civilian flights cancelled
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (329+ words) The United States is understood to be participating in the operation, although the full extent of its involvement remains unclear Israel has closed its airspace to civilian traffic after launching a daylight strike on Iran's capital, Tehran. In a statement,…...
Explained: What DGCA’s latest refund policy means for air travellers
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (169+ words) DGCA's new refund rules ensure faster credit card refunds within 7 days and immediate cash refunds starting March 26, 2026. Passengers also get a 48-hour free cancellation window under certain conditions. The DGCA has revamped airline refund norms, mandating faster credit card refunds…...
Uber Air Taxi service: How Dubai’s flying cabs will work
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (295+ words) Air taxis are no longer science fiction. Uber has partnered with US-based Joby Aviation to launch all-electric flying taxis in Dubai. Air taxis are set to transition from concept to reality, as ride-hailing giant Uber partners with US-based aerospace firm…...
Air rides at taxi-level costs: Chennai steps closer to everyday electric flying
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (357+ words) The ePlane Company opens 60,000 sq ft eVTOL facility at IIT Madras campus. In a significant step for India's emerging urban air mobility sector, The ePlane Company has opened a new prototyping and testing facility at the IIT Madras Discovery Campus…...
What is the US chemical at Chepauk for Ind vs Zim? Everything you need to know about anti-dew spray
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (374+ words) With both teams facing a must-win situation in the Super 8 stage, this measure ensures the high-stakes match isn't unfairly decided by moisture on the field. Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has deployed a specialised chemical imported from the…...
Massive equity change in SpiceJet triggers sharp 10% stock price decline
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (381+ words) SpiceJet shares hit 11-year low after 10% fall on heavy block deals. Mumbai: Shares of SpiceJet crashed 10 per cent on Wednesday, hitting the lower circuit on the BSE after massive block deals triggered heavy selling in the airline's stock. Nearly 8.4 per…...
Air India’s technical incidents spike in January raises fresh concerns over fleet reliability
4+ day, 21+ hour ago (739+ words) While the airline is investing in improvements and spare parts, these figures highlight the challenges in modernising a legacy carrier and restoring passenger confidence. New Delhi: Air India recorded its highest rate of technical incidents in at least 14 months in…...