Air Arabia Abu Dhabi's Maiden Flight to Colombo

12 Dec 2023 CW Team

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has marked a historic milestone with the successful launch of its inaugural flight to Colombo. This development signifies the airline's expansion into new international routes, connecting the capital of the United Arab Emirates with the vibrant city in Sri Lanka.

The introduction of this new route underscores Air Arabia Abu Dhabi's commitment to providing accessible and efficient air travel options to passengers. Colombo, as a key destination, adds to the airline's growing network, catering to the increasing demand for connectivity between the UAE and popular international hubs.

Passengers can now benefit from enhanced travel options, and the new flight is expected to facilitate tourism, trade, and cultural exchanges between Abu Dhabi and Colombo. As Air Arabia Abu Dhabi extends its reach, this inaugural flight sets the stage for continued growth and strengthened air connectivity between the UAE and Sri Lanka.

Real Estate

03 Apr 2026

Loomcraft Enters South India with Kerala Store Launch

Loomcraft has launched its exclusive store in Kerala, marking its entry into South India and a key step in its nationwide expansion strategy. The move targets a region driven by tourism and premium real estate demand, where outdoor spaces play a central role in hospitality and residential experiences.Kerala’s growing base of luxury resorts, boutique hotels, villas and gated communities has created strong demand for specialised outdoor furniture. However, the region has remained underserved, with buyers relying on imports or generic products not suited to humid, coastal and monsoon-heavy cond..

Mild Steel Prices Seen Rising to Rs 61,000 Per Tonne

Mild steel prices in India, currently around Rs 58,000 per tonne, are expected to rise to nearly Rs 61,000 per tonne in April, indicating an increase of about Rs 3,000 per tonne. The anticipated rise reflects structural pressures driven by geopolitical tensions, energy constraints and limited raw material availability.Ongoing global conflict has disrupted energy markets, leading to LNG shortages that are affecting domestic steel production. Small and mid-sized manufacturers, particularly those dependent on gas-based processes, are witnessing production cuts due to constrained energy supply, re..

Vedanta Expands Transgender Workforce to 75 Employees

Vedanta has strengthened its commitment to workplace inclusion by employing 75 transgender individuals across its businesses, including Vedanta Aluminium, Hindustan Zinc, Sesa Goa, FACOR and Cairn Oil & Gas. The initiative reflects sustained hiring efforts since 2022 to build equitable opportunities across operations, corporate and technical roles.Transgender employees are engaged in functions such as operations, finance, logistics, HR, CSR, healthcare and security, with provisions for internal mobility to support career progression. The company has implemented structured policies, includi..