Indian Domestic Aviation Soars: August Sees 23% Surge

06 Oct 2023 CW Team

In a promising sign for India's aviation sector, domestic air travel experienced a substantial upswing in August. According to the latest data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Indian domestic traffic surged by 23% during the month. This impressive growth is indicative of a recovering travel industry in the country, following the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report from IATA reveals that the total traffic in India reached 95.7 million passengers in August, reflecting a significant revival in air travel demand. Factors such as relaxed travel restrictions, increased vaccination rates, and the gradual return of consumer confidence have contributed to this positive trend. The aviation industry in India is poised for further expansion as passenger numbers continue to rise. This development has far-reaching implications for airlines, airports, and the overall economy. It underscores the resilience of the Indian aviation sector and its ability to rebound from adversity.

Infrastructure Urban

27 Oct 2025

Coal Ministry Achieves Milestones under Special Campaign 5.0

The Ministry of Coal and its Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) have achieved notable milestones under the Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on cleanliness, operational efficiency, and sustainability across the coal sector. During the implementation phase from 2–31 October 2025, over 1,205 sites were cleaned, covering 68,04,087 sq ft, nearing the target of 82,51,511 sq ft. Scrap disposal of 5,813 MT against a target of 8,678 MT generated Rs 228.7 million in revenue. In addition, 1,11,248 physical and 30,331 electronic files were reviewed, with 74,123 weeded out or closed. Key initiatives showc..

Vesting Orders Issued for Three Coal Blocks under Commercial Auctions

The Ministry of Coal’s Nominated Authority has issued vesting orders for three coal blocks under commercial coal block auctions on 23 October 2025. The Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for these mines were earlier signed on 21 August 2025. The three blocks include Rajgamar Dipside (Deavnara), Tangardihi North, and Mahuagarhi. Of these, two are partially explored while one is fully explored, with a combined peak rated capacity of around 1 MTPA and geological reserves of approximately 1,484.41 million tonnes. These mines are expected to generate annual revenue of abou..

TEC, IIT-Hyderabad Partner to Boost 6G and Telecom Standards

The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) for joint research and technical collaboration in advanced telecom technologies and standardisation. The partnership focuses on developing India-specific standards and test frameworks for next-generation networks, including 6G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs). It also aims to enhance India’s participation in international standardisation f..