Kolkata airport takes off on Rs 5,000 crore expansion plan, will accommodate over 1 crore passengers
Jul 5, 2024The Rs 5,000-crore Kolkata airport expansion involves a new terminal for 1.1 crore passengers, completed in six years. The old terminal and ATS building will be demolished under director Pravat Ranjan Beuria's supervision and AAI's management to position Kolkata as a hub for East and Southeast Asia. Current capacity is increasing from 2.6 crore to 2.8 crore; pandemic recovery shows a decrease to 1.9 crore passengers in 2023-24 from 2.2 crore in 2019-20. The U-shaped terminal replaces the parking lot, featuring boarding gates on twin concourses, with phased technical block development.
At 12.05am, forgery FIR is Kolkata’s 1st case under BNS
Jul 2, 2024Kabirdham district's Mohantola police station files first FIR under Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita against Golu Thackeray for assault and verbal abuse, showcasing the shift from IPC laws for quick justice.
Parking pains: 23 lakh vehicles struggle with 450 legal spots in Kolkata
Jul 1, 2024Kolkata faces challenges with limited legal parking spots, leading to high rates of illegal parking. Recent police crackdowns have sparked discontent among car owners, affecting daily commutes in the city.
Passenger's 'bomb' comment leads to full emergency alert on Air India Express flight to Pune
Jun 29, 2024Following the security scare on the Air India Express flight, the delayed Pune-bound flight was eventually cleared for departure after thorough checks, albeit with some passengers already having left due to the delay.
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