GENERAL Inside Story: Why Do Pilots Perform Go-Around At Times Citing Safety

As an aircraft descends towards a runway, passengers usually know that the journey is nearing its end. Seat belts are fastened, window shades are raised and attention shifts towards the ground as the runway comes into view. Then, unexpectedly, the engines become louder. The aircraft begins climbing and the runway falls away beneath the wings. […]

CW Bureau · Sep 12, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Adani Airports Raises $1 Bn From Global Investors At $18 Bn Valuation

Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Ltd, has entered into binding agreements to raise ₹9,825 crore ($1 billion) in primary equity capital from a consortium comprising Alpha Wave Global, Premji Invest, Temasek and funds managed by BlackRock. The transaction values AAHL at a pre-money equity valuation of $18 billion. It is […]

CW Bureau · Sep 9, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE How Air India’s Boeing 787-9 VT-AWD Is Tested Before Flying Passengers

When Air India’s newest Boeing 787-9, VT-AWD, arrived in Delhi, it marked another milestone in the airline’s transformation journey. But behind the aircraft’s arrival lies months of engineering, customisation, inspection and testing aimed at ensuring it meets Air India’s standards for safety, quality and customer experience. Chief Engineer Yuvraj Puri, who led Air India’s acceptance […]

CW Bureau · Sep 5, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE GMR Airports Sees Long Runway Of Growth Across Aviation Ecosystem

GMR Airports Ltd expects sustained growth across its airport and aviation-adjacent businesses, supported by long residual concession tenures and strong underlying demand. The company will continue to pursue new airport concession opportunities while expanding its asset-light portfolio through operations and maintenance contracts and airport-adjacent businesses, with a focus on sustainable growth and financial discipline. Airport […]

CW Bureau · Aug 27, 2026

B HAL, Safran Sign Contract To Develop Aravalli Helicopter Turboshaft Engine

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract with SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd. for the design, development, manufacture, supply and lifecycle support of a new-generation high-power helicopter engine in the 3,500-4,000 shp class. Named Aravalli, the turboshaft engine has been selected to power HAL’s upcoming 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) […]

CW Bureau · Aug 26, 2026

HOSPITALITY Jonjua Overseas Signs MoU For Private Rooftop Helipad In Himachal

Jonjua Overseas Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with entrepreneur Anjali Sharma to facilitate setting up of a private rooftop helipad near Rampur in Himachal Pradesh. The helipad will be located near the National Highway at Rampur BSR. The project aims to improve connectivity in the remote Himalayan region and support tourism, emergency […]

CW Bureau · Aug 11, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Adani Defence To Buy 44.6% Stake In Flight Simulation Firm For ₹820 Cr

Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Ltd (ADSTL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Ltd, has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire the remaining 44.6% stake in Flight Simulation Solutions Pvt Ltd (FSSPL) at an enterprise value of ₹820 crore. The acquisition will increase ADSTL’s holding in FSSPL from 55.40% to 100%, making the […]

CW Bureau · Jul 17, 2026

GENERAL Air India Ranked World’s Fourth Most On-Time Airline In June By Cirium

Air India has been ranked the fourth most on-time airline in the world for June 2026 by aviation analytics firm Cirium, highlighting the carrier’s improving operational performance as it continues its transformation journey. According to Cirium’s June 2026 On-Time Performance report, Air India achieved an on-time arrival rate of 86.85% across 15,135 tracked flights during […]

CW Bureau · Jul 9, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE Indigo Temporarily Suspends Flights To Six Overseas Destinations Till Sept

IndiGo, India’s largest low-cost carrier, has temporarily suspended operations to six international destinations as part of a network optimisation exercise, citing softer seasonal demand and a challenging cost environment. In a regulatory filing, the airline said services to Langkawi, Krabi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong and Shanghai will be suspended from July 1, 2026, […]

CW Bureau · Jun 4, 2026

GENERAL Bluspring Enters Aviation Catering With Strategic Buy-out Of LSG India

Bluspring Enterprises Ltd, a services firm, through its wholly owned subsidiary Bluspring New Horizon Two Pvt Ltd, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% shareholding of LSG Sky Chefs (India) Pvt Ltd, marking its entry into the in-flight catering segment at Bengaluru International Airport. The acquisition will provide Bluspring access to a long-term […]

CW Bureau · Apr 14, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Adani Airports, Blinkit To Deliver Forgotten Items At Mumbai Airport

For travellers rushing through departures, forgetting a charger, a quick snack or even a bottle of water can be a familiar last-minute hassle. Don’t blink, Blinkit is now a tap away to make in-terminal deliveries at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. This move is set to redefine last-minute airport shopping as Adani Airport Holdings Ltd […]

CW Bureau · Apr 2, 2026

GENERAL IndiGo, Adani Partner To Offer BluChip Rewards On Duty-free Shopping

Low-cost carrier IndiGo and Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) have announced a strategic partnership enabling IndiGo BluChip members to earn rewards on duty-free purchases across AAHL-managed airports. Under the partnership, members will earn five IndiGo BluChips for every ₹100 spent on duty-free products pre-booked through the Adani platform. Travellers can browse, reserve and pay for […]

CW Bureau · Mar 18, 2026