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Air India to set up pilot training school at Amravati
The aviation landscape in India is witnessing a transformative phase with major players like IndiGo, Akasa, Air India, and the GMR group investing in extensive training programs to meet the surging demand for skilled pilots and engineers. Air India's Amravati pilot training school is set to be operational by Q1 FY26.
Aviation firms plan own training schools to ensure supply of talent
While Air India is starting its own pilot training school, the GMR group that owns the country's largest airframe maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) company, GMR Aero Technic, has invested ?50 crore to start its own school for engineers. "To train such large numbers of engineers, GMR Aero Technic has entered the skill development segment with the GMR School of Aviation," Ashok Gopinath, president and accountable manager of GMR Aero Technic, said. The group also owns the Delhi, Hyderabad and Goa airports.
IndiGo partners with Garuda Aviation Academy to train fresh pilots as junior first officers
IndiGo partners with Garuda Aviation Academy for Cadet Pilot Program, offering a 21-month course including training at 43 Air School in South Africa.
Air India to start own flying school, in a first in country
In preparation for an anticipated pilot shortage, Air India plans to establish a school in Amravati, Maharashtra, aimed at training up to 180 pilots annually. Prospective pilots without prior flying experience can enroll in the full-time academy, offering them a clear path to eventually join Air India's cockpit upon completing subsequent stages of training.
IKEA did what others only talk of doing & it was a gamechanger for India staff
IKEA faced high employee turnover globally. In India, to retain staff, IKEA introduced subsidized daycare, 26 weeks of parental leave, and a five-day workweek. These benefits have significantly improved employee satisfaction and retention, reflecting IKEA's commitment to addressing local worker needs and enhancing their work-life balance.
Out of school, into startups: Young founders are on the rise, ready to even pause studies to chase their entrepreneurial dreams
In 2023, Ayush Pathak and Aryan Sharma founded Induced, assisting businesses in automating workflows with AI. Apoorv Singh launched Connect AI with Asta. Himanshu Rajpurohit's startup, Strangify, provides corporate mental health solutions. Dyumna Madan's ProjectClay helps students find career paths.
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China's third aircraft carrier heads to sea for the first time
China's third aircraft carrier, Fujian, showcases advanced technology with catapults for aircraft, aiming for a fleet of six carriers for operational maturity. Collin Koh highlights the strategic plan for China's carrier fleet expansion, emphasizing the significance of Type 003 carriers.
10 Best Paper Shredders in India: Comprehensive Shredding Solutions
Delve into the world of document security with our curated list of the top 10 paper shredders. From compact home office solutions to heavy-duty machines for corporate environments, we explore the features, capacities, and durability of each model. Discover the perfect balance of efficiency and reliability to safeguard your sensitive information effectively.
India Inc embracing neurodiversity at workplace
Corporate India promotes neurodiversity by hiring individuals with autism, dyslexia and ADHD. Companies like SAP, EY, Publicis Sapient, Accenture, Wells Fargo lead in creating inclusive workplaces, offering tailored programmes, and specialized hiring initiatives.
Vistara’s troubles could be a precursor to larger imminent problems in integration with Air India: Industry experts
The aviation-to-automobile conglomerate would do well to learn lessons from successful and problematic airline mergers across the world as well as how it overcame niggles after its own biggest purchases: Corus and Jaguar Land Rover, experts said.
CBSE to launch pilot for National Credit framework for classes 6, 9 and 11. Here's all about it
CBSE trials NCrF in classes 6, 9, and 11 from 2024-25, linking credits to Academic Bank of Credit. Guidelines approved, pilot for credit earning activities. Focus on accessibility, online learning, and economic development.
Air India CEO updates employees on annual appraisal and overall progress in letter
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson expressed gratitude to employees for their hard work, announcing the ongoing annual appraisal cycle and progress in the airline's transformation. He highlighted achievements, including the Vihaan.AI initiative, onboarding of cadet pilots, and fleet expansion. However, challenges faced by sister carrier Vistara, including pilot protests, were noted. Wilson emphasized Air India's commitment to becoming a world-class airline and mentioned strategic developments such as the completion of the strategic disinvestment transaction and the implementation of a new Revenue Accounting System.
Goldman Sachs India to train over 1,000 non-engineers in AI
Goldman Sachs piloted the school in mid-2023. It trained employees across asset and wealth management, risk management, global banking and markets functions.
India's 'drone sisters' steer farming and social change
The Drone Sister program in India empowers rural women by providing them with training to become drone pilots. It challenges patriarchal attitudes, reduces labor costs, and promotes rural entrepreneurship. Women in the program gain confidence and inspire others to join.
World Defence Show in Riyadh: India's women power in armed forces on full display
Three trailblazing women, Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth, Colonel Ponung Doming, and Lt Commander Annu Prakash, showcased India's prowess at the World Defence Show in Riyadh. Their participation underscores the rising role of Indian women in defense. Squadron Leader Kanth, a fighter pilot, shared her journey, while Colonel Doming, commanding a high-altitude border task force, exemplified leadership. Lt Commander Prakash highlighted women's contribution to maritime security. Scheduled to inspire at the International Indian School, Riyadh, their presence resonates globally.
15% of India’s pilots are women, three times more than global average: PM Modi
Modi was speaking after inaugurating the Boeing India Engineering and Technology Centre near the international airport in Bengaluru. The 43-acre campus, built with an investment of Rs 1,600 crore, is Boeing’s largest such facility outside the US and will help develop next-generation products and services for the global aerospace and defence industry.
Girls Sainik School, India's first, opens in Vrindavan. Admission process explained
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the first Sainik school for girls in Vrindavan. The Samvid Gurukulam Girls Sainik School, located in Vatsalya Gram Parisar, will offer a CBSE curriculum along with military training. The new school, part of the initiative to establish 100 new Sainik schools across states and Union territories, aims to provide quality education aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 and better career opportunities, including entry into the armed forces. The school will admit girls in three batches through a written exam and e-counselling.
India fastest growing major economy; now capable of creating positive impact on growth of others: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressing FICCI's annual meeting, lauded India's growth model, emphasizing the compatibility of growth and equitable opportunities. He urged collaboration between the government, wealth creators, and thought leaders to further India's growth narrative. Singh highlighted infrastructure expansion and connectivity efforts, framing it as a "growth web." He emphasized inclusive development, spotlighting initiatives benefiting farmers, tribal communities, and women's increased roles across the armed forces.
Pilot Project: Indian aviation faces twin troubles
Indian aviation sector is facing a shortage of trained and experienced pilots even though there are long roster of licensed but inadequately skilled pilots. Lower number of quality trained instructors and the shrinkage of the number of flying clubs are adding to the problem.
Top DGCA official took planes as bribes, sold them to flight schools for favorable audits
Anil Gill, director in the flying and training division of DGCA has used his position to take three aircraft as bribe from flying schools and in turn leasing the planes to a different schools on a monthly lease rental of Rs 90 lakh each, a whistleblower letter, details of which was verified by ET shows.
Two Indian trainee pilots among three people killed in small plane crash in Canada
Two trainee pilots from India, Abhay Gadru and Yash Ramugade, were among three people killed when a small plane crashed in Canada's British Columbia province. The Piper PA-34 Seneca crashed near Chilliwack city. Gadru had moved to Canada three years ago to complete pilot training and was expected to graduate in November.
JettWings Airways signs pact with Serbian Government School Aviation Academy for cadet pilot program
JettWings Airways, a new Indian airline, has signed an exclusive agreement with the Aviation Academy in Belgrade, Serbia for its Cadet Pilot Program. The academy will be co-branded as JettWings Serbia and will offer integrated courses and specialized training in areas such as instrument flying and advanced aviation technologies. The airline aims to create its own ecosystem of pilots to support its long-term expansion plans.
BiofuelCircle ties up with Indian School of Business to strengthen forest economy
This partnership signifies the shared vision of BiofuelCircle and ISB to promote sustainable bioenergy and create sources of income for local communities.
Delhi's plan to mitigate heat impact: No schools in afternoon, 24x7 power to healthcare facilities
India reported 706 heatwave incidents from 1971-2019 which claimed more than 17,000 lives, according to a paper authored by M Rajeevan, former secretary of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, along with scientists Kamaljit Ray, S S Ray, R K Giri and A P Dimri. A study by the Indian Institute of Technology-Gandhinagar says India could witness a staggering 30-fold increase in severe heat waves by 2100. A 75-fold rise is predicted under a business-as-usual scenario.
After 40 years, why Pilot Pen is going solo in India
Ending its partnership with Luxor, Pilot Pen will operate as an individual entity in the country.
TikTok emerges as threat to Amazon with $20 billion shopping pilot
For the company, best known for viral dance challenges and owned by China’s ByteDance Ltd., TikTok Shop is its fastest-growing feature with a burgeoning fan base in Southeast Asia.
Rice fortification pilots in India show drop in anaemia
Four large-scale pilots in different parts of the country were done - three in the school lunch and one in the Integrated Child Development Scheme. These pilots effectively demonstrated that rice fortification could be rolled out through existing social assistance distribution systems and costs could be lowered through economies of scale, according to the UN.
Authorised Drone Pilot Training School to come up in Guwahati
The North-Eastern part of India is going to get its first-ever Remote Pilot Training School, thus, marking a new era in education combined with technology.
'Drone Destination' to establish 150 drone pilot training schools by 2025: CEO
"We intend to partner with universities, agricultural institutes and police academies to serve the distinct needs of the ecosystem and enable employment and entrepreneurship opportunities to over 1 lakh individuals required by our industry by 2025," Sharma said in an interview to PTI.
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