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Embraer delivers first C-390 Millennium to Hungarian Air Force
September 5, 2024
In a significant development for military air transport in Europe, Embraer has delivered its first C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft to the Hungarian Air Force, marking a significant milestone in Hungary’s defence capabilities and NATO’s operational framework. In a pres...
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Paris Peace Forum invites proposals for AI projects for AI Action Summit
August 30, 2024
To tackle global challenges facing artificial intelligence, Paris Peace Forum has invited proposals for AI projects for the AI Action Summit, scheduled for February 10-11, 2025, in Paris. This initiative aims to highlight and showcase innovative AI solutions designed to address u...
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Domestic airfares rise by 16 pc for Diwali-Dussehra holidays
August 29, 2024
Domestic airfares have risen by 16 pc for this year’s Diwali-Dussehra holidays, according to Cleartrip, an online travel agency. This increase highlights a notable shift in travel costs due to the significant rise in demand and festive travel trends. In a press statement, Clear...
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75 pc of urban Indians plan festive travel: YouGov
August 28, 2024
Millennials are driving travel trends this festive season, with 80 pc planning trips from September to December, according to YouGov, a global online data and analytics technology group. Overall, three-quarters of urban Indians intend to travel, favouring domestic destinations an...
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Half of countries face severe degradation, say UN Water & UNEP
August 28, 2024
UN-Water and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), a leading global voice on the environment, report that freshwater systems in half of the world’s countries are experiencing significant degradation. This pressing issue highlights the urgent need for action to address the declin...
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Embraer invites applications for scholarships for 33rd MSc in Aeronautical Engineering Programme
August 23, 2024
With a view to increase the interest in aeronautical studies, Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has officially opened registration for the 33rd edition of its popular Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering Programme. In a press statement, the Sao Paulo based company ...
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Air India to boost frequencies to Kolkata for Durga Puja
August 22, 2024
In response to the increased demand for travel during the upcoming Durga Puja, Air India, part of Tata Group, has announced the temporary addition of flights to Kolkata from four major Indian cities. In a press statement, Air India says that it has already added a daily flight be...
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47 pc of Mumbai’s bus commuters use city travel apps
August 21, 2024
Mumbai, India’s bustling metropolis is experiencing a transformative shift in its public transportation system. Amid chronic traffic congestion and pollution, a growing number of commuters are turning to digital solutions for daily travel, 47 pc of Mumbai’s bus riders now boo...
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Bus bookings soar 54 pc for I-Day long weekend: AbhiBus
August 17, 2024
Amidst India’s Independence Day celebrations, AbhiBus has reported a 54 pc year-on-year rise in bus bookings over the long weekend, highlighting the significant uptake by travellers taking advantage of the extended break. In a press statement, AbhiBus says that several leisure ...
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Young South Asian males face higher risk of diabetes with modest weight gain: Glasgow University
August 16, 2024
A recent research raises alarm over the vulnerability of young South Asian males to Type 2 diabetes, saying that they have far worse metabolic effects with even minor amount of weight gain. The research, conducted by scientists at Glasgow University, reveals that even a small i...
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Guru Nanak College, Chennai again in Top 100 colleges of India in NIRF 2024 rankings
August 16, 2024
Ranking of educational institutions across India for the year 2024 has been released by the National Institutional Ranking Framework, part of the Union Ministry of Education, ranking almost 11,000 educational institutions across the country. In the rankings for 2024, Chennai’s ...
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Air India Express expands operations with six new daily flights
August 13, 2024
In a major move to enhance its domestic operations, Air India Express has expanded its network by launching six new daily direct flights in a single day, marking a substantial boost in connectivity across key Indian cities. In a press statement, Air India Express, a subsidiary of...
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