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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Wings India 2026 to showcase Advanced Air Mobility while spotlighting aviation growth
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has announced that Wings India 2026, Asia's largest civil aviation event, held in Hyderabad biennially, will serve as a key platform to showcase India's aviation growth story, promote investment opportunities, and highlight emerging technologies including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). AAM broadly refers to the use of new-age aircraft technologies, often electric, hybrid or autonomous, for short to medium distance transport in both urban and rural settings. It includes air taxis, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and drone-based logistics, with potential applications ranging from easing urban congestion to enhancing access in remote or underserved areas. AAM also aligns with global efforts on sustainability, as many of these technologies focus on low-emission or zero-emission propulsion systems. Responding to a question in the Lok Sabha on August 7, Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu informed that Wings India will provide a platform for AAM, which is emerging globally as the next frontier in air transport technology. While no direct regulatory clearances or financial packages have been finalised under Wings India 2026, the event will facilitate policy discussions, technology showcases and pilot demonstrations aimed at shaping India's future regulatory and project frameworks for AAM. Engagements are underway with State governments, OEMs, regulators and other stakeholders, to identify feasible applications such as medical logistics, disaster response and last-mile connectivity, he said. The Minister said that the four-day event will connect global stakeholders through exhibitions, technical sessions, roundtables and high-level dialogues. The primary objectives include attracting investments into the aviation ecosystem, fostering collaboration among airlines, original equipment manufacturers, infrastructure providers and investors and promoting innovation in digital aviation, safety and sustainability. Wings India 2026 will take place from January 28 to 31, at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad.
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Wisk and Signature Aviation Partner to Accelerate Autonomous Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Wisk Aero, a leading developer of autonomous, all-electric, vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Signature Aviation, the world's largest network of private aviation terminals, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This partnership marks a significant step forward to proactively develop the infrastructure and operational framework for integrating autonomous Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations across Signature Aviation's global network. This network includes locations in Wisk's U.S. launch markets: Houston, Los Angeles, and Miami. "This collaboration represents a critical pathway toward bringing autonomous air travel to communities." Share The collaboration includes strategic planning efforts to identify and assess the feasibility of vertiport development locations compatible with Wisk's autonomous AAM operations—a crucial part of planning for autonomy now. This includes conducting detailed exercises to evaluate the commercial, financial, regulatory, technical, and operational processes required to enable Wisk's autonomous operations at specific Signature Aviation locations. As a tangible first step, Wisk and Signature Aviation have already initiated a project at Signature Aviation's facilities at Ellington Airport (EFD) in Houston, Texas. This work focuses on developing vertiport concepts, and defining potential layouts, operational workflows, and infrastructure requirements, including for Wisk's Gen 6 aircraft and passenger experience. The partnership with Signature will also establish a framework for potential future commercial agreements. The work at EFD represents further expansion of Wisk's presence in Texas and collaboration with the Houston Airport System and City of Sugar Land. "We are very excited to collaborate with Signature Aviation to pioneer the future of autonomous flight,' said Dan Dalton, VP of Global Partnerships at Wisk. 'As the world's largest network of private aviation terminals, Signature's forward-leaning approach to aviation modernization aligns with our vision. Together, we're building the robust infrastructure and integrated network essential for safe, scaled operations, starting with our focused efforts at Ellington. This collaboration represents a critical pathway toward bringing autonomous air travel to communities." 'Our partnership with Wisk highlights another significant step in our continued innovation and dedicated sustainability leadership within aviation,' said Derek DeCross, Chief Commercial Officer, Signature Aviation. 'Advanced air mobility represents a transformative opportunity to shape the future of our industry and together with Wisk, we are proactively exploring the infrastructure and strategic planning necessary to expand our exceptional, forward-thinking guest experience across our network in the future.' This partnership underscores the shared vision of Wisk and Signature Aviation to build a safe, efficient, and commercially viable autonomous AAM ecosystem that will enable regional transportation. About Wisk Aero Wisk is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company dedicated to creating a future for air travel that elevates people, communities, and aviation. Wisk is developing the first autonomous, passenger-carrying electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi in the U.S. Wisk is a wholly-owned Boeing subsidiary and is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, with locations around the world. With over a decade of experience and over 1750+ test flights, Wisk is shaping the future of daily commutes and urban travel, safely and sustainably. Learn more about Wisk here. About Signature Aviation: Signature Aviation is the world's preeminent aviation hospitality company, offering exceptional experiences and essential support services to business and private aviation guests. The company's large-scale infrastructure footprint enables travel, fosters human connection and is a critical global economic driver. Signature operates an industry-leading network of private aviation terminals, with over 200 locations covering key destinations in 27 countries across five continents and is the largest distributor of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The company also offers over 16 million square feet of carbon neutral multiuse office and hangar real estate globally, providing unique networkwide benefits and advantages to guests who base their aircraft at a Signature location. For more information, please visit
News18
5 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Stop using harijan word in official communications: Odisha govt asks depts
Last Updated: Bhubaneswar, Aug 13 (PTI) The Odisha government has asked all its departments, public and educational institutes and others to stop using the term 'harijan' in communications, officials said on Wednesday. The government suggested the authorities concerned that words like 'scheduled caste' in English and 'anusuchita jati' in Odia or other national languages should be used to 'denote persons belonging to scheduled castes as notified under Article 341 of the Constitution", according to a letter issued on August 12 by the commissioner-cum-secretary of the ST and SC Development, Minorities and Backward Class Welfare Department. The letter was sent to all the additional chief secretaries, principal secretaries, and commissioner-cum-secretaries, the officials said. 'They have been instructed to ensure that the word 'harijan' does not appear in any official communications, records, transactions, caste certificates, publications, departmental names, or any other form of use," one of the officials said. The authorities concerned are also directed to educate their staff and update existing documents and records accordingly, he said. They are also told to submit a compliance report on the action taken on the matter, another official said. The state government's action came in the wake of the guidelines issued by the Odisha Human Rights Commission (OHRC), prohibiting the use of the word 'harijan'. These guidelines will be strictly enforced in all government offices, the official said. In 1982, the Centre had asked all state governments not to use the term 'harijan' to refer to Dalits. Following fresh guidelines prepared by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, a similar order was also issued in 2013 to all the states, directing them to ensure non-use of the 'harijan' word not only in caste certificates but also in official communications, the officials said. The Odisha Assembly has also prohibited the use of the word 'harijan', they said. PTI AAM AAM BDC view comments First Published: August 13, 2025, 10:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
6 days ago
- News18
Odisha: Murder accused on run for 24 years arrested
Agency: PTI Berhampur (Odisha), Aug 12 (PTI) Odisha Police have arrested a 52-year-old man, who had been on the run for the last 24 years after being accused in a murder case, an officer said on Tuesday. Acting on a tip-off, police apprehended the man, identified as Udaya Pradhan, from Chennai on Monday, as part of 'Operation Garuda' launched by the Odisha Police to nab all fugitives. Pradhan, along with his two brothers, allegedly hacked to death a man, identified as Kaibalya Pradhan, in Keranditola village in present-day Chamakhandi police station area in Ganjam district on July 6, 2001 over a dispute. Police had arrested Musha Pradhan, one of his brothers of Udaya Pradhan, the same day of the murder, while Udaya and his elder brother Pancham absconded from the village. 'Police had earlier made several attempts to arrest Udaya Pradhan but he evaded arrests. However, after receiving reliable information, a police team rushed to Chennai and nabbed him," Ganjam Superintendent of Police Subhendu Patra said. The accused was working in a construction firm in Chennai by identifying himself as Ganesh, said Sabyasachi Malla, inspector-in charge of Chamakhandi police station. The two brothers – Udaya and Pancham – had initially fled to Bengaluru after the murder but after a dispute with Pancham, Udaya had come to Chennai. Other members of his family, however, continued to stay in the village, Malla said. His elder brother is still absconding and efforts are being to nab him, he said. His younger brother Musha has been released from jail after completing his life sentence awarded by a local court for his involvement in the murder, police said. PTI COR AAM AAM ACD view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
7 days ago
- News18
12 fake servitors arrested near Jagannath Temple in Puri
Agency: Puri, Aug 11 (PTI) Puri police on Monday arrested 12 men for allegedly extorting money from devotees by impersonating servitors of Shree Jagannath Temple. The accused, aged between 20 and 51, were nabbed from Badadanda (Grand Road) and Parikrama Road while duping devotees in servitor attire. Police said the gang had been operating for months, targeting pilgrims mainly from West Bengal, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. In a post on X, Puri Police said they 'Arrested 12 people for extorting devotees by impersonating as temple sevayats on Badadanda & Parikrama Road." Puri. Police have seized 14 mobile phones and Rs 20,000 cash from the fake servitors. Police swung into action after devotees complained of being harassed by a section of servitors. The accused were identified as Pradeep Kumar Behera (24), Balaram Badapanda (22), Mahima Prasad Baral (27), Manoranjan Sahoo (32), Jagannath Dash (36), Arjun Prusty (33), Jagannath Mishra (27), Maheswar Das (34), Santosh Rout (20), Sonu Das (23), Pradeep Kumar Tripathy (51), and Sagar Rath (23), all residents of Puri town. They have been booked under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), police said. PTI AAM AAM MNB (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: August 11, 2025, 12:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
