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Vistara ties up with Amadeus for its passenger service system

Vistara ties up with Amadeus for its passenger service system

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

Amadeus Altea Suite, a complete passenger service system, is currently used by more than 120 airlines across the world. Vistara is a 51:49 joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines Limited.

Let's revive Air India's lost glory: CMD to employees

Let's revive Air India's lost glory: CMD to employees

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

Air India is a brand, a brand symbolising the nation, especially amongst the Indian diaspora and travellers overseas.

New Duronto coaches to provide smooth ride

New Duronto coaches to provide smooth ride

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

First rake has a new type of centre-buffer coupler, which joins the two bogies, with special focus on reducing jerks.

Audi Q5 is a 'luxury crossover'

Audi Q5 is a 'luxury crossover'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

While the Q5 is a light driving car that feels like you can easily fling it over and around brooks and brushes and hills and plains, it's also versatile in that its rear seat is as comfy and spacious as you'd expect, says Pavan Lall.

Train fares to go up from January 1

Train fares to go up from January 1

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

While suburban fares remain unchanged, ordinary non-AC, non-suburban fares were increased by 1 paise per km of journey. The Railways also announced a two-paise/km hike in fares of mail/express non-AC trains and four- paise/km hike in the fares of AC classes. The fare hike is also applicable to premium trains such as Shatabdi, Rajdhani and Duronto.

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The new Duster will go head-to-head with popular models like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, etc in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Crude realisation: Oil's slick grip threatens corporate margins, profits

Crude realisation: Oil's slick grip threatens corporate margins, profits

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Corporate margins and profits in India remain vulnerable to changes in crude oil prices in the international market. Historical quarterly data from listed companies (excluding banks, finance and insurance, oil and gas, and power sectors) indicate an adverse correlation between corporate margins and crude oil prices.

AI peeing incident: We fell short of addressing situation, says Tata chief

AI peeing incident: We fell short of addressing situation, says Tata chief

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Chandrasekaran also said that "We fell short of addressing this situation the way we should have."

Pawar's 'Devendrawasi' jibe at Fadnavis over Maha bus tragedy

Pawar's 'Devendrawasi' jibe at Fadnavis over Maha bus tragedy

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Pawar said there are complaints of lack of signboards on the route and, therefore, there was need for a thorough inspection of the entire route so that it is made safe for commuting.

Battle Royale in Thiruvananthapuram

Battle Royale in Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The Lok Sabha contest in Thiruvananthapuram is shaping up to be a significant battle involving key candidates like Shashi Tharoor, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, and Panniyan Ravindran. This three-cornered fight highlights the political dynamics in Kerala's capital city, with each candidate bringing their own vision and promises for the region's development, notes Rajeev Srinivasan.

IndiGo to allow 6 trips for Rs 42,000 with a coupon scheme

IndiGo to allow 6 trips for Rs 42,000 with a coupon scheme

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

6EPass coupons mainly for regular flyers who can travel without worrying about ticket price fluctuations

How Uber palns to serve its passenger better

How Uber palns to serve its passenger better

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

It was investing heavily in finding new ways to gauge driver behaviour apart from just relying on feedback provided by riders.

Air India pilots seek Ratan Tata intervention in revamped salary structure issue

Air India pilots seek Ratan Tata intervention in revamped salary structure issue

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Air India pilots, who are up in arms against the airline's management's decision to unilaterally alter their salary structure and services conditions, on Tuesday sought Ratan Tata's intervention in resolving the issue. In a petition, signed by a little over 1,500 Air India pilots, the community alleged that the "pilots' concerns are not being heard or addressed by the current HR team". On April 17, Air India rolled out a revamped compensation structure for its pilots and cabin crew, which has since been rejected by the two pilot unions - Indian Commercial Pilots Association (ICPA) and Indian Pilots Guild (IPG) - on the grounds that the airline, in alleged violation of the labour practices, did not consult them before finalising the new contracts.

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'This kind of a last minute order creates immense problems for airlines.'

G20 summit: Delhi cops conduct full dress rehearsals; traffic curbs in place

G20 summit: Delhi cops conduct full dress rehearsals; traffic curbs in place

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The police advised people to follow real-time traffic updates on the 'G-20 Virtual Help Desk' for route suggestions for commuting from/to the airport, railway stations, or bus terminals.

Pathan slams airline staff for 'rude' behaviour

Pathan slams airline staff for 'rude' behaviour

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Irfan Pathan, who was travelling to Dubai from Mumbai with his family, was clearly upset with the staff at the Vistara check-in counter at the Mumbai airport.

For Hyderabad airport, flier comes first

For Hyderabad airport, flier comes first

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, launches a special initiative to help passengers with special needs.

The Last Double Decker Bus Ride

The Last Double Decker Bus Ride

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Mumbai bids adieu to its iconic red double-decker buses.

Traveling On A Vande Bharat Train

Traveling On A Vande Bharat Train

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

This is not a train for the regular commuter, evident from the number of large sized bags in the overhead bin, observes IAF Veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe.

Ayodhya Is Getting Ready For The Big Day

Ayodhya Is Getting Ready For The Big Day

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

With the spate of businesses turning their attention to Ayodhya, land rates have shot up, in some pockets by as much as 10 times. Whether one walks into a hotel lobby or sits down for a meal, land deals are being discussed at every other table -- one on one or among groups.

An Unforgettable Ride On A Kolkata Tram

An Unforgettable Ride On A Kolkata Tram

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Ever since my childhood I have been fascinated with Kolkata and its trams.

Lesson for Railways to turn market savvy, attract more passengers

Lesson for Railways to turn market savvy, attract more passengers

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

The Indian Railways must opt for a dynamic fare-fixing system and improve its management and marketing techniques.

How the Budget will make train travel a better experience

How the Budget will make train travel a better experience

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

Improvement in passenger amenities and better interiors would also figure in the budgetary proposals.

Delhi airport named the world's 2nd best

Delhi airport named the world's 2nd best

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Indira Gandhi International Airport has been named the world's 2nd best airport in the 25-40 mn passengers category

8 injured as Mumbai-Kolkata flight hits severe turbulence

8 injured as Mumbai-Kolkata flight hits severe turbulence

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Eight passengers on Vistara's Mumbai-Kolkata flight were injured on Monday as the aircraft encountered severe turbulence just before landing, officials said.

Akasa Air's performance 'satisfying' in first 60 days: CEO

Akasa Air's performance 'satisfying' in first 60 days: CEO

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

The country's new scheduled airline Akasa Air is "well capitalised" and will allow carrying of domesticated dogs and cats onboard along with passengers from November, according to its senior executives. The airline, which began operations on August 7, also plans to launch international operations in the second half of next year. Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube said the airline is well capitalised and is not looking to have new investors.

'We just saved a child's life!'

'We just saved a child's life!'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

'After 11 years of medical education, training in various hospitals, giving various competitive exams and finally, if you're able to save a child's life at 20,000 feet above the ground, in the air, with limited resources, that is like an unbelievable feeling.'

Humanity trumps tragedy: People line up to donate blood

Humanity trumps tragedy: People line up to donate blood

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The Balasore district hospital and Soro hospital, where the injured have been rushed after a triple train accident, are bursting at their seams as the huge flow of patients has crammed up every room, with patients spilling onto corridors.

Tata Motors unveils CURVV, its latest eSUV concept car

Tata Motors unveils CURVV, its latest eSUV concept car

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

CURVV, currently in its production-ready avatar, will first be made available as an electric vehicle, to be followed by its internal combustion engine counterpart.

Cyclone Michaung paralyses Chennai, revives fears of 2015 flood

Cyclone Michaung paralyses Chennai, revives fears of 2015 flood

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Heavy rains continued to pound Chennai and nearby districts on Monday under the impact of a cyclonic storm, which is likely to cross the coast in Andhra Pradesh on December 5.

Patna-Delhi SpiceJet flight catches fire mid-air, all flyers safe

Patna-Delhi SpiceJet flight catches fire mid-air, all flyers safe

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

The Spicejet aircraft took off at around 12.10 pm, and according to residents of localities adjacent to the airport, who claimed to have witnessed the spectacle, it caught fire immediately.

South Africa returnees to be quarantined in Mumbai on arrival: Mayor

South Africa returnees to be quarantined in Mumbai on arrival: Mayor

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

In view of a new contagious variant of COVID-19 being found in South Africa, Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar on Saturday said that all the passengers coming to the city from that country will be quarantined.

When A Fashion Show Breaks ALL RULES!

When A Fashion Show Breaks ALL RULES!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The Satya Paul show at the Lakme Fashion Week was meant to evoke a sense of fascination and curiosity.

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'Manipur is critical to India's Look East policy.' 'It's a strategic state. In the Second World War, the Japanese entered Manipur through Burma.' 'China can use the same direction to approach India.'

Put Covid norm violators on flights in no-fly list: HC

Put Covid norm violators on flights in no-fly list: HC

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

The Delhi high court on Friday called for strict action against those found violating masking and hand hygiene norms at airports and in aircraft, observing that the Covid-19 pandemic has not abated and keeps rearing its ugly head.

IndiGo leads in on-time-performance at four metro airports

IndiGo leads in on-time-performance at four metro airports

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

IndiGo had the best on-time performance (OTP) of 95.4 per cent at four metro airports in February, while Go First secured the number two position with 94.1 per cent in the same month, according to data released by aviation regulator DGCA. Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Mumbai were the four airports where Indigo had the best OTP, the data released on Monday said. In January, the situation was inverse as Go First had logged the best OTP of 94.5 per cent at the four airports while IndiGo was at number two with 93.9 per cent OTP.

Tata arm to construct Noida International Airport at Jewar

Tata arm to construct Noida International Airport at Jewar

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Tata Group's infrastructure and construction arm, Tata Projects, has bagged the contract to construct the upcoming Noida International Airport at Jewar, in Uttar Pradesh. As part of the contract, Tata Projects will construct the terminal, runway, airside infrastructure, roads, utilities, landside facilities and other ancillary buildings at the airport, Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (YIAPL) said in a statement on Friday. YIAPL is a 100 per cent subsidiary of Swiss developer Zurich Airport International AG and has been incorporated as a Special Purpose Vehicle to develop Noida International Airport. In 2019, Zurich Airport International AG won the bid to develop the airport.

India doesn't need to ban int'l flights or impose lockdown: Experts

India doesn't need to ban int'l flights or impose lockdown: Experts

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

The current Covid situation in India is under control and there are no reasons to panic, said Dr N K Arora, the chairperson of National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (NTAGI).

From hatchbacks to holidays, consumers ready to loosen purse strings

From hatchbacks to holidays, consumers ready to loosen purse strings

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

With Onam and Raksha Bandhan just around the corner, the festival season is ready to kick off in full swing. As people embrace the celebratory spirit, companies anticipate a surge in sales this year. Consumer durables firms are expecting strong growth of 40-50 per cent in the premium segment during the upcoming season. Appliance makers also foresee increased demand for cooling appliances - refrigerators and air conditioners - which were impacted by unseasonal rainfall.

MPs mask up in Parliament as Speaker advises adherence to protocol

MPs mask up in Parliament as Speaker advises adherence to protocol

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday advised all the MPs to wear masks and follow the Covid protocol completely, in view of the increasing cases of COVID-19 in many countries across the world.