MRPL Shifts to Delivered-Basis Crude Purchases amid Iran War Risks

BorgWarner secures three turbocharger contracts with global powertrain leader

BorgWarner has secured three new turbocharger contracts with a global powertrain technology company. The wins comprise one contract for its variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger and two for its wastegate turbocharger. The technologies will be deployed in the customer's light-vehicle gasoline platforms in South America and Europe, with production scheduled to begin in 2027.The VTG turbochargers are designed for gasoline engines operating under demanding conditions and high-boost pressure requirements. They are engineered to support Miller-cycle engines and withstand exhaust temperatures ..

International Digi Yatra Trials Begin at Seven Airports

India has begun trials of Digi Yatra for international passengers at seven airports, allowing eligible Indian passport holders to use facial recognition at selected airport checkpoints. The facility is currently limited to Indian nationals with e-passports travelling on selected international flights operated by Air India and IndiGo. The Civil Aviation Ministry announced the trials on 1 November, with testing scheduled through December 2026. A wider rollout is expected in 2027 after the ministry assesses passenger feedback gathered during the trial period, according to PTI. The system is inten..

Air India Plans More Wide-Body Jets, CEO Signals Profitability Soon

Air India is seeking to expand its order for wide-body aircraft as it works to increase international passenger traffic, chief executive Tewolde Gebremariam said on Tuesday. The Tata Group-owned carrier is also targeting a return to profitability in the near term, as its turnaround programme addresses fleet, network and service challenges. The comments came months after Gebremariam took charge of the airline. Gebremariam, who previously led Ethiopian Airlines, said the airline wanted more wide-body aircraft. Air India has held discussions with Boeing and Airbus while assessing the economics of..