Etihad's 787-10 Dreamliner Takes Flight

19 Oct 2023 CW Team

Etihad Airways has launched its cutting-edge Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner for commercial service. The arrival of this state-of-the-art aircraft marks a significant milestone for the airline, promising an enhanced travel experience for passengers. Featuring advanced technology and enhanced fuel efficiency, this Dreamliner reaffirms Etihad's commitment to sustainability and passenger comfort. The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, a part of Etihad's fleet, boasts a host of innovative features designed to elevate the in-flight experience. Its spacious cabins, fuel-efficient engines, and environmental considerations set it apart in the aviation industry. Passengers can expect a superior level of comfort and luxury on their journeys with Etihad. The launch of this Dreamliner is a testament to Etihad's dedication to remaining at the forefront of aviation innovation. With its introduction, travellers can look forward to a greener, more efficient, and enjoyable flying experience.

Infrastructure Transport

07 Apr 2026

Tunnelling Begins for Thane, Borivali twin tunnel project

Tunnelling work has commenced for the 11.84-km Thane–Borivali Twin Tunnel, set to be India’s longest urban road tunnel, marking a key milestone in Mumbai’s infrastructure development.As per a post shared by Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority on social media platform X, the tunnel boring machine (TBM) ‘Nayak’—the country’s largest single-shield hard rock TBM for an urban tunnel—was launched by Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday. The event was attended by Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar, among other dignitaries. A second TBM, ‘Arjuna’, is expected to be launched so..

Large Format Store Planned At M G Road Metro Station

M G Road station in Bengaluru is set to host the city’s first large-format commercial and experience space, with planning led by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited. BMRCL has invited proposals to develop and operate a central business district destination at the Purple?Pink Line interchange. The plan positions the station as a commercial hub designed to serve a broad commuter base across the city. The proposal is part of a broader effort to activate transit nodes commercially. Tender documents set a minimum monthly rental of Rs 0.944 million (mn), inclusive of GST, for the large-format..

Government Cancels Auction Of Eleven Critical Mineral Blocks

The government has cancelled the auction of 11 critical and strategic mineral blocks after receiving a poor investor response and failing to attract a sufficient number of qualified bidders. The decision represents a setback to plans to ramp up domestic exploration and production of critical minerals amid global supply chain disruptions and rising demand for materials used in clean energy and advanced technologies. The mines ministry issued an annulment notice setting out the reasons for the cancellations. The annulment notice indicated that the auction process for five mineral blocks was canc..