Gandhinagar, May 8 (IANS) Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu said on Friday that seaplane operations will soon begin in Lakshadweep as part of India’s broader strategy to enhance regional air connectivity and diversify aviation infrastructure. Addressing the gathering at ‘India Aircraft Leasing and Financing Summit 2.0’ in GIFT City, the Union Minister added: “India’s aviation expansion is no longer limited to traditional aircraft operations but is extending to helicopters, …
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New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday said that Indian Railways is undertaking major efforts to modernise train coaches in a bid to enhance passenger comfort and safety.In a post on social media platform X, the minister stated that new coach designs and improved toilet models have been developed as part of the initiative.He added that an upgraded sample coach has already been prepared by retrofitting existing coaches with the new features.“To enhance the …
Shillong, April 1 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said on Wednesday that satellite-based internet services through Starlink will have a “transformative impact” on last-mile connectivity in the state, particularly in remote and underserved regions. Speaking after witnessing the signing of a Letter of Intent between the Meghalaya government and Starlink India via video conference, Chief Minister Sangma emphasised that connectivity remains a key challenge despite sustained efforts …