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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
IndiGo adds London, Amsterdam, Manchester to international flight map
IndiGo will launch direct flights to 10 international destinations, including London, Athens, Amsterdam and Manchester, during the current financial year (FY26), marking a major expansion of its global network, CEO Pieter Elbers announced on Friday, as reported by PTI. This includes the airline's long-haul debut with direct services from Mumbai to Manchester and Amsterdam starting in July, operated by leased Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The new destinations also include Copenhagen (Denmark), Siem Reap (Cambodia), and four cities in Central Asia, as IndiGo capitalises on the growing demand for international travel and expanding aviation infrastructure in India. 'There is an enormous opportunity in Indian aviation,' Elbers said at a media briefing in Delhi. IndiGo to begin operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport IndiGo, India's largest airline by market share, also confirmed it will be the first to operate from the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), launching 18 daily flights to 15 cities from the first day of commercial operations. The airline plans to scale up to 79 daily departures (158 ATMs) by November 2025, including 14 international flights. By March 2026, IndiGo aims to operate over 100 daily departures, rising further to 140 daily departures (including 30 international) by November 2026. IndiGo currently operates more than 2,300 flights daily with a fleet of over 430 aircraft, connecting over 90 domestic and 40 international destinations. IndiGo quarterly profit hits record; passenger revenue surges The carrier posted its highest-ever quarterly profit of ₹3,067.5 crore in the fourth quarter of FY25, a 62 per cent increase from ₹1,894.8 crore in the same period last year. Passenger ticket revenue rose 25.4 per cent to ₹19,567.3 crore, while ancillary income grew 25.2 per cent to ₹2,152.5 crore. During the quarter, IndiGo operated a peak of 2,304 daily flights, although its fleet size dipped slightly from 437 to 434 aircraft. The airline attributed the strong revenue performance to robust domestic demand.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chargesheet filed against Dubai woman for entering Bollywood actor's house
Mumbai: The Khar police filed a chargesheet on Wednesday against a 47-year-old Dubai resident who illegally entered actor Aditya Roy Kapur 's Bandra (West) flat on May 26. Gajala Siddiqui, who is married to a businessman, claimed to be a devoted fan of Kapur and said she had met him at a Dubai institution's inauguration in 2017, although the actor does not remember this encounter. She said she obtained the actor's address through an internet search. The incident happened between 6pm and 7.30pm when Siddiqui travelled by taxi from Mumbai International Airport after arrival and reached Kapur's home in Rizvi Heights. "The chargesheet was filed after we gathered details about Siddiqui's intention and purpose of her visit and how she managed to get hold of the actor's address. She claimed she discovered the actor's residential address through an internet search, travelled to Mumbai on Monday without informing her family," said a police officer of the Khar police station. The filed chargesheet includes statements from the actor's house help, Sangita Pawar (49), the society manager, and his manager, along with CCTV evidence. "Our investigation revealed that Siddiqui departed without her mobile phone. Her family and husband were unaware of her location until the police station contacted them about the case. She is currently in Byculla Women Jail following her court appearance after police custody. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kickstart your new journey with the Honda Shine 125 Honda Learn More Undo Her husband and family are expected to arrive in the city," said the officer. The officer indicated that the court will decide about releasing her passport and permitting her return to Dubai. Siddiqui informed police that she took a cab from the airport to the address she found online. At 6pm, Siddiqui entered the flat after convincing the house help, Sangita Pawar (49). In the complaint, Pawar said: "I was alone at home. At 6 pm, the doorbell rang. When I answered, I found a woman at the door. The woman asked if it was the residence of actor Aditya Roy Kapur. When I confirmed it, the woman said she had brought clothes and other gifts for the actor. I believed her and let her in after I informed that the actor is out for shooting." When Kapur returned, he was told about the visitor but said he did not recognise her. "She tried to approach the actor, prompting him to leave the house and contact society manager Jayashree Dunkdu. Dunkdu then informed the actor's manager, Shruti Rao, who quickly arrived in the flat and contacted the Khar police. When I asked the woman to leave, she refused and insisted on staying at the actor's residence," Pawar said in the FIR. The situation continued for 90 minutes at Kapur's residence before his house help alerted his managers and the police. Siddiqui, who brought gifts and clothing for Kapur, would not leave without meeting him.
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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
IndiGo to launch first commercial flights from Navi Mumbai airport
IndiGo is set to become the first airline to commence commercial operations from the much-anticipated Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), developed by Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL). The airline will start with 18 daily departures — totalling 36 Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) — to over 15 cities from the first day of operations. IndiGo's expansion plans at NMIA IndiGo plans to ramp up services in phases. By November 2025, it will operate 79 daily departures (158 ATMs), including 14 international flights. This is expected to grow to over 100 daily departures (200 ATMs) by March 2026. By November 2026, IndiGo aims to operate 140 daily departures (280 ATMs), including 30 international routes. IndiGo and AAHL — India's largest private airport operator under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model — announced the milestone in a joint statement. 'This partnership will fuel aviation growth in the country, making it a key driver for India to become the third largest aviation economy by 2030,' IndiGo said. Boost to India's aviation growth Pieter Elbers, CEO of IndiGo, called the move a strategic expansion. 'Our alliance signals towards achievement of complete operational readiness on both sides to take next steps. This expansion underscores our dedication to catering to the evolving needs of our aspirational travellers and further contributing to the growth of India's booming aviation sector.' Elbers said the new operations from NMIA will enhance the customer experience. 'The new flights from the brand-new NMIA will elevate the travel experience of our customers while enjoying affordable, on-time hassle-free services on our unparalleled network,' Elbers said. Echoing this sentiment, Arun Bansal, CEO of AAHL, said the collaboration will help NMIA become a regional aviation hub. 'Together, we are poised to transform travel experience for millions of passengers, providing them both convenience and enhanced travel options. Our collaboration is set to strengthen NMIA's role as an aviation gateway for the region and for travellers nationally and internationally.' $2.1 billion NMIA project The $2.1 billion NMIA project is a landmark initiative designed to ease congestion at Mumbai's existing airport and position the region as a global transit hub akin to Dubai, London, or Singapore. Local authorities also plan to develop an 'aero city' around the airport to generate non-aeronautical revenues. Both the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and the upcoming NMIA are managed by the Adani Group. International flights by August NMIA's lotus-shaped terminal — inspired by India's national flower — will initially accommodate 20 million passengers annually, with plans to expand to 90 million over the next decade. Airlines are being advised to plan a phased shift in domestic operations between April and June 2025, with international flights likely to begin by August, according to Bloomberg.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
IndiGo, Adani Join Hands To Flag Off Operations At Navi Mumbai Airport
New Delhi: India's leading airline IndiGo and Adani Airport Holdings Ltd. (AAHL), the country's largest operator of private-public partnership airports, announced on Wednesday that the low-cost carrier will operate 18 flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) to over 15 cities from day one of the start of commercial operations. The 18 daily departures (36 air traffic movements) will be increased to 79 daily departures (158 Air Traffic Movements), including 14 international departures by November 2025, and further scaled up to over 100 daily departures (200 ATMS) by March 2026. IndiGo and Adani Airports come together to fuel aviation growth in India, as IndiGo becomes the first airline to commence flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport. @navimumairport @AdaniOnline — IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 28, 2025 By November 2026, the operations will be further built up to 140 daily departures (280 ATMs), including 30 international departures, according to a joint statement issued by the two companies. IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers said: "IndiGo will be the inaugural airline to operate from NMIA, and we couldn't be more pleased to announce this. Our alliance signals towards achievement of complete operational readiness on both sides to take next steps. This expansion underscores our dedication to catering to the evolving needs of our aspirational travellers and further contributing to the growth of India's booming aviation sector." Commenting on the partnership, AAHL CEO Arun Bansal said: "We are delighted to announce IndiGo as the first airline partner to commence operations from NMIA. This partnership marks a major step towards confirming NMIA's position as a transfer hub for domestic and international travellers. Together, we are poised to transform travel experience for millions of passengers, providing them both convenience and enhanced travel options. Our collaboration is set to strengthen NMIA's role as an aviation gateway for the region and for travellers nationally and internationally." The NMIA is set to become India's premier international aviation hub, offering state-of-the-art facilities, best-in-class passenger experience and seamless connectivity. With its strategic location and advanced infrastructure, the NMIA will play a pivotal role in enhancing India's global air travel network, the statement said. In its initial phase, the NMIA is set to handle 20 million passengers and 0.5 MMT of cargo per annum, with the capacity to serve 90 million passengers and 3.2 MMT of cargo per annum, once it is completed. IndiGo is committed to expanding its reach by offering both domestic and international destinations from NMIA. To enhance connectivity and convenience for its customers, IndiGo is strategically expanding its network across the country to ensure that airports are accessible to the maximum Indian population. This expansion highlights IndiGo's commitment to delivering a seamless travel experience and enhanced customer convenience, the airline said. The launch of the NMIA will create a dual-airport system for the financial capital of the country, enabling the decongestion of Mumbai airport and enhancing the overall passenger experience. The augmented capacity offered by both airports will offer unparalleled economic growth for the Mumbai region and Maharashtra. Spanning over 1,160 hectares (2,866 acres), on completion, the airport will feature two parallel runways and state-of-the-art terminal buildings. The NMIAL is a special-purpose vehicle established for the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of the greenfield international airport project at Navi Mumbai. The NMIAL is a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL), a subsidiary of Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), which holds the majority stake of 74 per cent, while the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited (CIDCO), a Government of Maharashtra undertaking, holds the remaining 26 per cent.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Time of India
Man held for trafficking 2 youths to Laos for crypto frauds
Mumbai: With the arrest of a 29-year-old Surat-based man, the Bureau of Immigration and the Sahar Police busted a human trafficking case at the Mumbai International Airport recently. The accused, PK Chauhan, was allegedly involved in trafficking two men in their early twenties to Laos for committing cryptocurrency frauds. Chauhan was remanded to judicial custody by a local court on Monday. Sahar police are probing whether he has any local accomplices. Around 11 pm on May 25, Chauhan approached an immigration counter with his boarding pass for verification. He was followed by a 21-year-old man, also from Surat. Both men were to fly to Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam from Mumbai. Then, they were to board another flight from Vietnam to Laos. Their flight to Vietnam was scheduled at 12.40 am on Monday. The immigration officer at the counter quizzed them about their purpose for visiting Laos. Chauhan replied it was for work. But the officer was not satisfied. It appeared to him that Chauhan was guiding the younger man and taking him along. The immigration officer alerted his superior. Meanwhile, there was another 20-year-old man also headed to Laos for work waiting at another immigration counter. All three men were taken aside and quizzed. The FIR, lodged subsequently on the basis of an immigration officer's statement, says that Chauhan was previously in Laos from Dec 2022 to Feb 2023 through a Dubai-based agent and was involved in a cryptocurrency chatting scam. As part of the scam, he allegedly spoke to people living in the US, Canada and Australia through Facebook chat and convinced them to invest in cryptocurrency. But they never received any returns. Further, he was in the Golden Triangle (region in South East Asia where borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet) between Dec 2024 and March 2025 where he was again involved in a chatting scam. According to the FIR, Chauhan was headed to Laos on Monday in connection with another chatting scam and was taking the two younger men along for the same purpose. The two younger men held a BCA (Bachelors in Computer Applications) degree and were promised a job in "computers" with a monthly pay packet of Rs 60000 to Rs 70000 each. They were in touch with Chauhan for a few days before the flight. Chauhan was handed over to the Sahar Police and placed under arrest.
