Tile Tales
In contemporary design, tiles are no longer just about function but have evolved into powerful design elements that inject character, texture and vibrancy into bathrooms and kitchens. Essentially, tiles have advanced from being mere surface solutions to part of the material narrative and a means to create mood – through a splash of strategically placed pattern or colour or by zoning an open layout. What’s more, designers are finding new uses for tiles beyond these conventional areas of deployment. We explore the key trends defining this evolving role.Large-format tilesIn recent years, weâ€..
Tamil Nadu Picks Two Hosur Sites for New Airport
The Tamil Nadu government has identified two potential sites for a new airport in Hosur while facing resistance against the proposed Parandur greenfield airport. The shortlisted Hosur locations are near Taneja Aviation and Aerospace Limited in Belagondapalli and Shoolagiri. The upcoming facility is expected to span over 2,000 acres and accommodate up to 30 million passengers annually. A consultant is being finalised to carry out an Obstacle Limitation Surface survey, essential for airspace clearance. However, the project may be delayed due to proximity to Bengaluru’s Kempegowda In..
Kailashahar Airport Revival Work Begins After 30 Years
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has begun steps to revive Kailashahar Airport in Tripura’s Unakoti district after a gap of over 30 years. A high-level AAI team visited the site on May 27 to assess infrastructure, land availability, and operational visibility for restarting services under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) regional connectivity scheme. The delegation included M. Raja Kishore, Regional Executive Director (North Eastern Region), and Kailash Chander Meena, Director of Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, alongside state and local officials. Discussions were held around l..
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