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Air India raises retirement age of pilots from 58 to 65

jimiinside — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:02:34 +0000

Air India has increased the retirement age for pilots from 58 to 65 years, aligning it with the previous Vistara pilots’ retirement age following the merger last November. The retirement age for other employees has also been raised from 58 to 60.

India won’t bow down to anybody, says Piyush Goyal

jimiinside — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 04:57:52 +0000

Piyush Goyal asserted India’s resilience, stating it won’t bow down to anyone and will capitalize on global trade restructuring. He expressed confidence in India’s economic strength and ability to find opportunities amidst crises like potential Trump tariffs. Goyal highlighted India’s growing global recognition and attractiveness as a market, dismissing concerns about its economic status.

India should capture world’s mindspace: PM

jimiinside — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:06:21 +0000

PM Modi emphasized the need for India to attract global consumers, tourists, and students, urging citizens to enhance productivity. He highlighted the government’s focus on infrastructure development and transparent governance, noting that over Rs 4.3 lakh crore has been saved by eliminating fraudulent beneficiaries through Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile integration. Redevelopment of government offices will further save public expenditure.

India mulls new pilot training system as air traffic booms

jimiinside — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:02:47 +0000

India is contemplating a significant overhaul of its pilot training program, potentially introducing the multi-crew pilot license (MPL) system alongside the existing commercial pilot license (CPL). This move aims to address the burgeoning demand for pilots in the rapidly expanding Indian aviation sector.

Air India apologises, ‘deep cleans’ after roaches found on flight

jimiinside — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 03:37:04 +0000

Air India crash: UK families await update on DNA-matched remains

jimiinside — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 03:23:54 +0000

India among 12 countries carrying out ‘transnational repression’: UK parl panel

jimiinside — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:47:52 +0000

India growing by leaps and bounds in space sector: PM Modi

jimiinside — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 23:21:57 +0000

PM Modi lauded India’s growing space capabilities, highlighting Group Captain Shukla’s ISS journey and the surge in space startups to over 200. He noted the Chandrayaan-3 mission sparked curiosity among children, boosting participation in science innovation programs. Modi also encouraged ideas for celebrating the upcoming National Space Day on August 23.

Air India pays interim relief of Rs 25 lakh to 166 crash victims’ kin

jimiinside — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 22:56:10 +0000

Air India has disbursed interim compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to the families of 147 deceased passengers from AI 171 and 19 who died at the accident site. Verification is complete for 52 more families, with payments progressing. The Tata Group’s AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust pledges Rs 1 crore ex gratia for each deceased and support for B J Medical College Hostel infrastructure.

India signs up for 3-day UN meet for peaceful Palestine

jimiinside — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 22:56:03 +0000

India is set to participate in the UN high-level conference addressing the Palestine question and the two-state solution, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia. Despite US warnings against participation, India hopes the conference will pave the way for concrete steps towards a two-state solution, advocating for an immediate ceasefire and hostage release.