News for 'Air France'

Strauss-Kahn claimed diplomatic immunity when held

Strauss-Kahn claimed diplomatic immunity when held

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

Strauss-Kahn, 62, allegedly forced the maid at the Sofitel hotel in Manhattan to perform oral sex.

6 airlines that offer the ultimate first-class amenities

6 airlines that offer the ultimate first-class amenities

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

With introduction of double-decked Airbus A380, the whole first class space has undergone transformation.

3 more Rafales head for India; to take IAF's count to 21

3 more Rafales head for India; to take IAF's count to 21

Rediff.com5 May 2021

The sixth batch of three more Rafale fighter jets took off from France for India on Wednesday, the Indian embassy in France said.

IMF chief arrested for sexually assaulting maid

IMF chief arrested for sexually assaulting maid

Rediff.com15 May 2011

International Monetary Fund chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn, widely expected to run for the French Presidency next year, has been arrested in New York over an alleged sex attack on a hotel maid. Strauss-Kahn, 62, managing director of the Washington-based IMF since 2007, was taken off an Air France plane's first-class cabin at the John F Kennedy International Airport and apprehended by detectives. "He is being arrested for a criminal sex act, attempted rape," they said.

Para World Cup: Avani Lekhara wins gold with world record

Para World Cup: Avani Lekhara wins gold with world record

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

Avani broke her own world record of 249.6 to secure her a spot at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.

3 more Rafales arrive in India; total count reaches 24

3 more Rafales arrive in India; total count reaches 24

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

Following the arrival of the new batch, the number of Rafale jets with the IAF went up to 24.

US, UK, France launch strikes in Syria, destroy chemical weapon factories

US, UK, France launch strikes in Syria, destroy chemical weapon factories

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

The White House said it has 'a large body' of evidence indicating that the Assad regime was responsible for the April 7 chemical attack in Duma.

Will you pay AIDS tax on air tickets? Tell us

Will you pay AIDS tax on air tickets? Tell us

Rediff.com1 Sep 2006

If the aviation ministry has its way, your air travel is likely to get costlier.

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

The flight arrived at Wuhan's Tianhe International Airport on Friday evening. While the official number of students to be airlifted in the two flights is not known, Indians who reached the Wuhan airport on Friday said they were told that 374 were expected to be airlifted by the Air India flight. India has taken an undertaking from the Indians travelling in the two flights that they would be quarantined for 14 days after their arrival, besides undergoing special checks at the Wuhan airport.

No claim for loss of medicines during flight:Forum

No claim for loss of medicines during flight:Forum

Rediff.com4 Jan 2010

The consumer body passed the order on a plea of one Deepak Gupta, seeking compensation for the deficiency in service by Air France as he lost two baggages during transit which contained his homoeopathic medicines.

Jet Airways flyers grapple with late refunds, soaring airfares

Jet Airways flyers grapple with late refunds, soaring airfares

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

The sudden massive cancellations of Jet have put travel agents and customers in jeopardy

Mbappe slams French FA boss for 'disrespecting' Zidane; Le Graet apologises

Mbappe slams French FA boss for 'disrespecting' Zidane; Le Graet apologises

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

French football president apologises for 'awkward remarks' on Zidane after backlash

India, France discuss Rafale deal, Af-Pak situation

India, France discuss Rafale deal, Af-Pak situation

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

The over Rs 50,000-crore deal for supplying 126 Rafale combat aircraft and the security situation in the Af-Pak region are understood to have been discussed during the Defence Minister-level talks between India and France in New Delhi on Friday.

3 international flights from Mumbai cancelled

3 international flights from Mumbai cancelled

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

Three international flights were cancelled and very few passengers were seen at the Mumbai airport on Thursday morning, hours after the terror attack.

World Champs Messi And Co Return Home

World Champs Messi And Co Return Home

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Scenes from the champion team's homecoming...

Crash: No effect on Kingfisher's Airbus order

Crash: No effect on Kingfisher's Airbus order

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

Kingfisher has five A330-200s currently operating in its fleet, which ply between India and the United Kingdom. Deliveries are pending for another 15. Contacted by Business Standard, a company spokesperson said the airline did not ". . .envisage making any changes to the order book at this time".

Concorde finds a new home at Smithsonian museum

Concorde finds a new home at Smithsonian museum

Rediff.com13 Jun 2003

An Air France Concorde roared into Dulles airport in suburban Virginia on Thursday and headed for its new home at the museum's companion facility adjacent to the airport.

Indo-French air exercise 'Garuda-5' from June 3

Indo-French air exercise 'Garuda-5' from June 3

Rediff.com19 Apr 2014

India and France would start a 10-day joint Air exercise 'Garuda-5', aimed at training the pilots and crew of Indian and French fighters in air superiority operations in Rajasthan's Jodhpur airbase from June 3, IAF sources said.

Para Shooting World Cup: Narwal-Francis win India's third gold

Para Shooting World Cup: Narwal-Francis win India's third gold

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Manish Narwal and Rubina Francis won the 10m P6 air pistol mixed team event to clinch India's third gold medal at the World Shooting Para Sport World Cup in Chateauroux, France on Wednesday.

Airlines brace for 15% cancellations

Airlines brace for 15% cancellations

Rediff.com28 Nov 2008

Since Thursday, several carriers, mainly international, have cancelled their flights in and out of Mumbai due to sparse load factor or the inability of the crew to reach the airport. Amongst the domestic carriers, Kingfisher Airlines combined around eight flights. Air India also clubbed some of its flights in the domestic routes. Jet Airways, JetLite, IndiGo and SpiceJet did not cancel any flight.

Will Modi's France visit help save the Rafale deal?

Will Modi's France visit help save the Rafale deal?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Suspense continued on Tuesday over whether the issue of Rafale fighter deal, which has been stuck over cost, will figure in talks that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will have with French President Francois Hollande during his visit beginning on Thursday.

3rd batch of 3 Rafale fighter jets lands in India

3rd batch of 3 Rafale fighter jets lands in India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

A third batch of three more Rafale fighter jets on Wednesday landed in India from France after a non-stop flight, in a further boost to the strike capability of the Indian Air Force.

Indians complain of racial profiling in Paris

Indians complain of racial profiling in Paris

Rediff.com29 May 2009

The passengers of the flight AF025 alleged that while they had to remain at the airport, people with American passports were given transit visas, provided accommodation and taken care of.

Tour de France vows to fight against doping

Tour de France vows to fight against doping

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

Tour organisers Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) have vowed to continue the fight against the sport's blight and have no intention of waiting until next year.

After long wait, India, France ink deal for 36 Rafale fighter jets

After long wait, India, France ink deal for 36 Rafale fighter jets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

The deal which is worth 7.87-billion (Rs 58,363 crore) comes with a saving of nearly 750 million (Rs 5,611 crore).

IAF's Sukhois In Action Over Australia

IAF's Sukhois In Action Over Australia

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Four Indian Air Force Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets and two C-17 heavy-lift aircraft have joined the 17-nation air combat exercise in Australia.

Want To Have A Good Laugh? See This!

Want To Have A Good Laugh? See This!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Meet the winners of The Comedy Wildlife Awards 2023.

Air Deccan to buy 30 new aircraft

Air Deccan to buy 30 new aircraft

Rediff.com6 Jan 2005

Air Deccan is all set to buy 30 new ATR72-500 aircraft from Avions de Transport Regionale, a France-based aircraft manufacturer.

India presses 2 aircraft, ship in Op Kaveri to bring back nationals from Sudan

India presses 2 aircraft, ship in Op Kaveri to bring back nationals from Sudan

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

India on Monday launched 'Operation Kaveri' to evacuate its nationals from violence-hit Sudan.

Rafale deal: France says no to offset, yes to Make in India

Rafale deal: France says no to offset, yes to Make in India

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

The French government has rejected Indian negotiators' demand for a 50 per cent offset clause citing sharp cost escalation but offered to participate in 'Make in India' projects to carry forward the talks for 36 Rafale fighter jets that have hit turbulence.

Messi to be back in action at PSG in January

Messi to be back in action at PSG in January

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Galtier said all other players returned as per the schedule and will be available for Wednesday's game, including France striker Kylian Mbappe.

How AI Will Revolutionise Workplaces

How AI Will Revolutionise Workplaces

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

'Even for operational buildings, we are looking to smarten them in various ways.'

Global airlines revoking dealerships

Global airlines revoking dealerships

Rediff.com13 Apr 2004

Air Algerie wreckage found in Mali: Officials

Air Algerie wreckage found in Mali: Officials

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

An Air Algerie plane has crashed over Niger with 116 onboard after it was forced to divert due to a sandstorm, an Algerian aviation official has confirmed.

Barbie, Oppenheimer Lead Golden Globe Nominations

Barbie, Oppenheimer Lead Golden Globe Nominations

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

The nominations for the 81st annual Golden Globes are out, and Barbie and Succession lead the list.

Coronavirus: IndiGo, Air India suspend flights to China

Coronavirus: IndiGo, Air India suspend flights to China

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

India's largest airline has also told its crew members -- who are working on flights connecting India with East Asian countries like Thailand and Singapore -- to wear N95 masks at all times when they are on ground.

Airlines attract Indian flyers with premium economy offering

Airlines attract Indian flyers with premium economy offering

Rediff.com4 Oct 2015

On Indian routes, Air France, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are offering premium economy seating

IAF set to induct second squadron of Rafale in April

IAF set to induct second squadron of Rafale in April

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The sources said the second Rafale squadron being raised at the next main operating base at Hasimara in mid-April this year. India is expected to get more Rafale jets from France in the next couple of months.

Delta returns to India; to fly non-stop between New York, Mumbai

Delta returns to India; to fly non-stop between New York, Mumbai

Rediff.com2 May 2019

Delta said the airline will operate a Boeing 777-200 LR aircraft with a three-class configuration on the route and will offer passengers wi-fi connectivity and free mobile messaging.