News for 'regional jets'

SpiceJet 's maiden international flight takes off from Kolkata

SpiceJet 's maiden international flight takes off from Kolkata

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

SpiceJet is the first Indian airline to operate on Kathmandu-Bagdogra route.

Jet posts record quarterly loss, names new CEO

Jet posts record quarterly loss, names new CEO

Rediff.com27 May 2014

Jet Airways, part-owned by Abu Dhabi's Etihad, reported its biggest-ever quarterly loss as costs jumped and it took a charge on its investment in a subsidiary.

SpiceJet to resume flights to Dubai from Mumbai, Madurai

SpiceJet to resume flights to Dubai from Mumbai, Madurai

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

SpiceJet is offering fares on Mumbai-Dubai route as a discount.

Jet, Godrej to ink Mumbai land deal soon

Jet, Godrej to ink Mumbai land deal soon

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Jet Airways had purchased a 2.5-acre plot from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority in March 2008 for Rs 826 crore (Rs 8.26 billion) for developing its global headquarters. However, the airline did not go ahead with the plans and started negotiations to sell off the land.

Soon you can fly in a SpiceJet seaplane in Andamans

Soon you can fly in a SpiceJet seaplane in Andamans

Rediff.com19 Jan 2019

The islands that would be connected through seaplanes are Campbell Bay, Car Nicobar, Havelock, Hutbay, Neil, Long Island and Diglipur, reports Arindam Majumder.

Jet, 1st Indian carrier to join Arab group

Jet, 1st Indian carrier to join Arab group

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

It will provide Jet Airways and the Arab airline members of AACO, with opportunities to create synergies.

100 killed as Nigerian jet 'mistakenly' bombed refugee camp

100 killed as Nigerian jet 'mistakenly' bombed refugee camp

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Regional military commander Major General Lucky Irabor said the strike was mistakenly ordered by him based on intelligence that Boko Haram fighters were in the region.

How Jet Airways plans to strike it big

How Jet Airways plans to strike it big

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Jet's advertising and that of most other airlines has been limited to new routes or promotional fares.

How Yogi plans to develop Gorakhpur as regional air travel hub

How Yogi plans to develop Gorakhpur as regional air travel hub

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Although Gorakhpur is the largest urban centre and trading hub in Eastern UP, catering not only to the neighbouring district but also the adjoining Bihar and Nepal, it had been lacking in proper infrastructure of road and air connectivity, impeding the harnessing of its socioeconomic potential.

India, France may co-develop key military platforms for export

India, France may co-develop key military platforms for export

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Speaking at a joint press event with Macron, Modi, who is in Paris on a two-day official visit, said a roadmap to strengthen India-France strategic ties over the next 25 years was being prepared with bold and ambitious goals on the anvil.

Panel to study opening of Gulf to pvt airlines

Panel to study opening of Gulf to pvt airlines

Rediff.com26 Dec 2006

The government is taking the first steps towards opening of the Gulf region to private airlines -- by setting a high-level committee under the aegis of the aviation ministry -- to examine the contentious issue.

'Qatal ki raat': Modi declined Imran Khan's midnight call after Balakot

'Qatal ki raat': Modi declined Imran Khan's midnight call after Balakot

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'Nine missiles from India had been pointed towards Pakistan, to be launched any time that day'

Israeli troops enter Gaza a 2nd time in overnight op

Israeli troops enter Gaza a 2nd time in overnight op

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

The IDF said it hit anti-tank missile launch sites, military command and control centres, as well as Hamas terrorists.

FIFA Drops Schedule for 2026 WC: See Who Plays Where

FIFA Drops Schedule for 2026 WC: See Who Plays Where

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

New Jersey awarded 2026 World Cup final, Mexico gets opener

Can China Win A War With US?

Can China Win A War With US?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

According to the Pentagon report, the PLA is creating options for dissuading, deterring, and defeating external intervention in the Indo-Pacific region.

Jet Airways COO quits in eighth top-level exit

Jet Airways COO quits in eighth top-level exit

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Karnik was mandated to oversee commercial and sales functions of the airline. He took over from Hameed Ali, who joined the airline's board.

Jet to launch additional flight on Mumbai-Kuwait route

Jet to launch additional flight on Mumbai-Kuwait route

Rediff.com5 Jun 2012

These additional flights will complement the daily flight being operated between the two destinations by the airline, according to a press release.

As competition grows IndiGo, Jet spruce customer offerings

As competition grows IndiGo, Jet spruce customer offerings

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

IndiGo revamps website, Jet ties up with Twitter

How the new aviation policy will hurt Jet Airways' interest

How the new aviation policy will hurt Jet Airways' interest

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Vistara and AirAsia India have been lobbying for the relaxation of this rule.

Jet to fly to Shanghai from June

Jet to fly to Shanghai from June

Rediff.com18 Apr 2008

After getting the permit from China, Jet Airways plans to launch its Mumbai-Shanghai-San Francisco services from first week of June.Jet Airways is also carrying out talks with several Chinese carriers for partnerships to provide connectivity in the region, on the lines of the one it has with Brussels Airlines for onward journey to other European cities.

Soon, 40 Sukhoi fighter jets will be armed with Brahmos

Soon, 40 Sukhoi fighter jets will be armed with Brahmos

Rediff.com17 Dec 2017

The fleet of 40 Sukhoi jet will undergo structural modifications at the state-run aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd for integration of the missile on them.

Bombardier eyes India's small aircraft market

Bombardier eyes India's small aircraft market

Rediff.com10 May 2007

Despite its global market share of 60 per cent, Bombardier has made no break-even deals with Indian companies yet.

Jet gets time till Sep to buy BKC land

Jet gets time till Sep to buy BKC land

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

Failure to meet this deadline would mean Jet would have to forfeit its security deposit. In March 2008, Jet Airways bought 3,44,000 sq mt of commercial plot for Rs 826 crore for developing its global headquarters in the central business district of Bandra-Kurla.

Sukhoi to supply jets to Alliance Air

Sukhoi to supply jets to Alliance Air

Rediff.com21 Jun 2007

Alliance Air, the feeder subsidiary of Indian Airlines, may fly Russian defence aerospace major Sukhoi's new civilian jet to connect regional locations in the country.

Airlines warned against steep fares for flights to J&K, NE and Port Blair

Airlines warned against steep fares for flights to J&K, NE and Port Blair

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

Jet has pulled out flights from Northeast states and also cancelled its Srinagar flight, leading to reduction in capacity.

Etihad's record bodes well for Jet

Etihad's record bodes well for Jet

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

But the Abu Dhabi-based airline would first bolster its own network with traffic from India before Jet's turnaround.

Pak jets pound Taliban strongholds in Waziristan

Pak jets pound Taliban strongholds in Waziristan

Rediff.com19 Jun 2009

Pakistani fighter jets pounded Taliban strongholds in the volatile South Waziristan tribal region on Friday as the death toll from the series of US drone attacks in the region rose to 13. The warplanes hit targets in preparation for a full scale military operation which Defence Minister Chaudhry Ahmed Mukhtar said would take off as soon as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan chief Baitullah Mehsud was spotted.

Demand For Choppers Soar As Elections Near

Demand For Choppers Soar As Elections Near

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

In the months to come, the skies above promise to be a captivating theatre of action, where helicopters play starring roles, ferrying leaders, and echoing the pulse of democracy.

Jetstar Asia mulls pact with Jet Airways

Jetstar Asia mulls pact with Jet Airways

Rediff.com6 Jul 2006

A day after Qantas sought to expand its presence in India by code-sharing with Jet Airways, the Singapore-based Jetstar Asia, a regional extension of Qantas, said it is also considering an alliance with the Indian carrier.

IAF's future plan: 36 Rafales among 450 fighter jets

IAF's future plan: 36 Rafales among 450 fighter jets

Rediff.com18 May 2020

The list of aircraft planned to be inducted by the Air Force include 36 Rafales, 114 Multirole Fighter Aircraft, 100 Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and over 200 variants of the Light Combat Aircraft. "In the next 15 years, 83 LCAs are our primary focus, after that LCA Mark 2 will come in we are looking at close to 100 of those, that makes it near 200 of LCA class," Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria told ANI in an interview.

Air Sahara inducts 50-seater Bombardier

Air Sahara inducts 50-seater Bombardier

Rediff.com21 Feb 2003

Air Sahara on Friday announced the induction of 50-seater regional jet planes into its fleet as part of plans to spread its network into small towns and cities of the country.\n\n\n\n

Now, SpiceJet offers discounted tickets in 3 states

Now, SpiceJet offers discounted tickets in 3 states

Rediff.com9 Apr 2014

Carrying on with its low-fare offers, SpiceJet has now started giving limited-period discounted tickets to flyers from Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

Israel bombs Gaza refugee camp to 'kill Hamas commander'

Israel bombs Gaza refugee camp to 'kill Hamas commander'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The Israel Defence Forces on Tuesday claimed that it killed the commander of Hamas's Central Jabaliya Battalion, Ibrahim Biari, in a strike on the Jabalya refugee camp in the Gaza Strip, CNN reported.

SpiceJet bets big on Bombardier fleet

SpiceJet bets big on Bombardier fleet

Rediff.com16 Sep 2011

The four 78-seater Q400s would connect Hyderabad with 12 Tier-II and Tier-III destinations.

With Air India's A350 order, Rolls-Royce makes a comeback in engine market

With Air India's A350 order, Rolls-Royce makes a comeback in engine market

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

For the first time in 13 years, since Jet Airways' A330 planes exited the airline's fleet in around 2010, an Indian wide-body aircraft will have a Rolls-Royce-powered engine, with Air India ordering 40 Airbus A350 planes. On Tuesday, Air India announced its mega aircraft order for 470 aircraft, including A350 planes. The A350 aircraft, which will come in two variants, are powered solely by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines and the local team has begun work to assist Air India with its aircraft-induction plans.

White House: Modi's US visit was not about...

White House: Modi's US visit was not about...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi on Saturday left for Egypt after concluding his state visit during which he held wide-ranging talks with President Joe Biden and addressed the joint session of the US Congress.

Pak jets pound Taliban hideouts, 58 killed

Pak jets pound Taliban hideouts, 58 killed

Rediff.com25 Mar 2010

At least 58 people, including militants and civilians, were killed in fierce clashes and artillery and air attacks by security forces on suspected militant positions in the troubled Aurakzai tribal region in northwest Pakistan on Thursday, sources said.

21 Chinese warplanes, 5 naval ships tracked around Taiwan

21 Chinese warplanes, 5 naval ships tracked around Taiwan

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

China has increased its antics in Taiwan Strait post the visit of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to the self-governed island.

SpiceJet plans to buy 30 planes for $900 mn

SpiceJet plans to buy 30 planes for $900 mn

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

The Q400 NextGen turboprop aircraft from Bombardier can seat 78 passengers and has low noise and vibration-free features.