AVIATION TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS
Union Budget 2025: Modified UDAN scheme to have 120 new destinations
Budget 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the launch of a modified UDAN scheme to enhance regional connectivity, including 220 new destinations and support for smaller airports in hilly, aspirational, and Northeast districts. The budget for the Ministry of Civil Aviation was reduced, while the PLI scheme for drones saw an increased allocation.
How Budget 2025 can prove to be Indian aviation's lucky charm for growth
India's aviation industry stands at a significant juncture with government initiatives aiming to transform it into a global leader. Focus is on infrastructure development, rationalising ATF taxes, and enhancing policies to boost connectivity and tourism. Key strategies include public-private partnerships, improving MRO capabilities, and prioritising skill development to ensure sustainable growth.
Wipro shares in focus after multi-million-dollar deal with Etihad Airways
Wipro share price: As part of the contract, Wipro FullStride Cloud will deliver a tailored cloud-based solution that provides Etihad Airways with real-time insights into resource utilization, while improving operational agility and scalability across its global operations.
Garuda Aerospace to invest Rs 100 cr to develop Drone City in Andhra Pradesh
Garuda Aerospace is set to invest Rs 100 crore to establish a 'Drone City' in Orvakal village, Andhra Pradesh. The initiative aims to bolster drone innovation, attract talent, and place India at the forefront of drone technology. The announcement was made in a strategic meeting with the Minister of Civil Aviation.
Wipro bags five-year multi-million contract from Etihad Airways
As part of the five-year contract, Wipro FullStride Cloud will deliver a customised cloud-based solution that will provide Etihad Airways real-time insights into their resource utilisation and improve operational agility and scalability for their global operations, the company statement added.
From copycat to innovator: How China trumped US with DeepSeek
China, previously known for producing low-quality knock-offs, has emerged as an innovator in various high-tech fields. Recent breakthroughs in iron-making, stealth fighter jets, satellite communication, and artificial intelligence highlight China's progress, posing a challenge to Western technology and innovation dominance.
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DeepSeek's threat sends Netweb Technologies shares plummeting 13%
Netweb Technologies share price: Netweb Technologies' shares fell 13% amid a global AI selloff spurred by DeepSeek¡¯s low-cost AI solutions, challenging sector profitability and impacting companies reliant on advanced hardware like Netweb and NVIDIA.
DGCA working with ICAO, other civil aviation authorities on advanced air mobility
The DGCA is collaborating with ICAO and other aviation authorities to study and integrate advanced air mobility technologies, focusing on eVTOLs. Safety remains a top priority as new regulatory frameworks, infrastructure needs, and various challenges are addressed to ensure seamless integration into national and international airspace.
JetSetGo ties up with SkyDrive and Eve Air Mobility for urban air mobility services
JetSetGo collaborates with SkyDrive and Eve Air Mobility to develop Urban Air Mobility (UAM) services in India, targeting faster and sustainable travel. The partnership includes a pre-order of up to 50 aircraft and plans for projects in Gujarat. They aim to address traffic congestion and high emissions with advanced technologies, aiming for future expansion across the country.
India at forefront of age defined by tech evolution: World Economic Forum report
India is recognized for its rapid economic growth and digital innovation, with significant contributions from the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) India. The centre has launched impactful initiatives in AI, healthcare, and agriculture, aiming to benefit 10 million citizens through upcoming projects in AI, space tech, and climate tech.
Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS): How policy vision transformed India's entrepreneurial ecosystem
Launched in 2016, the Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) by GoI has successfully transformed India's entrepreneurial ecosystem through strategic policies and investments. With ?11,688 cr committed, FFS has enabled over ?81,000 cr of capital, supporting 1,173 startups and significantly boosting sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing.
TCS, ePlane Company in partnership to build e-aviation ecosystem
IIT Madras-incubated startup, The ePlane Company, partners with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to develop scalable solutions for electric flying taxis focusing on battery life cycle modelling, demand estimation, and operational optimization. TCS will provide advanced analytics, IoT, and AI-driven solutions, leveraging ePlane's extensive battery data for accelerated battery life forecasting.
Vehant Technologies raises $9 million from True North through NCDs, plans IPO by 2026
Vehant Technologies, AI-based security provider, raised $9 million through non-convertible debentures (NCDs) from True North's Private Credit fund. The company plans to allocate 75% of the funds to research and development activities in aviation security, smart cities, and enterprise analytics. It also aims to expand exports to key markets in the Middle East and Europe.
Images show novel Chinese military aircraft designs, experts say
Blurry images of two new Chinese stealth aircraft stirred military expert comments online, highlighting their tailless designs and unconventional features. These tailless aircraft indicate Chinese aviation industry¡¯s innovative approach, though experts remain unsure about their capabilities. The U.S. Department of Defense acknowledged the observations amidst ongoing U.S. sixth-generation fighter development plans.
GCC hiring momentum to continue next year with 18-20% surge in uptake
Global capability centres (GCCs) in India are set to see an 18-20% hiring surge in 2025, creating up to 380,000 new jobs across various sectors, including healthcare, retail, and emerging industries like travel and QSRs. Increased demand for technology roles and leadership positions is driving this trend.
'From hours to minutes': India¡¯s first fast charger SST technology unveiled
Lotus Wireless Technologies (LWT) India and the Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT) unveiled India's first commercial-scale Medium Voltage Solid State Transformer (SST). This technology, demonstrated at LWT's Aganampudi plant, enables megawatt-scale superfast EV charging, potentially reducing charging times from hours to minutes.
India has potential to be key sustainable aviation fuel producer, says IATA official
India holds significant potential to become a major sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producer, leveraging its ethanol resources and lipid feedstocks. IATA highlights India's existing ethanol production and the potential of agricultural waste for SAF. While global SAF production is increasing, it remains below projections, emphasizing the need for greater investment and development in SAF technologies.
India has potential to be key sustainable aviation fuel producer, says IATA official
India could become a major sustainable aviation fuel producer. The country has ample ethanol and other resources. This will help lower emissions from air travel. The International Air Transport Association sees India as a potential SAF hub. India's SAF could even supply the global market. The aviation industry needs more sustainable fuel production.
Companies from UK, Italy and Japan to form joint venture for new fighter jet
BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement are forming a joint venture to develop a next-generation supersonic fighter jet. The triangular-shaped aircraft will feature a digital cockpit with virtual reality capabilities. The UK, Italy, and Japan aim to have the jets operational by 2035, with the UK housing the program's headquarters.
Donald Trump taps Jared Isaacman to steer NASA into a new space age
Jared Isaacman, billionaire entrepreneur, astronaut, and founder of Shift4 Payments, has been appointed as NASA Administrator by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Isaacman, known for his contributions to private space missions and aerospace innovation, is set to lead NASA into a transformative phase. With decades of experience in business, aviation, and space exploration, his appointment signals a bold vision for NASA¡¯s future in science, discovery, and the evolving space economy.
EU Commission commits Euro 4.6 billion to support clean tech projects
The European Commission is set to invest Euro 4.6 billion in decarbonisation technology and clean hydrogen projects, using funds from the EU Emissions Trading System. The funding includes Euro 3.2 billion for net-zero technologies and Euro 1.2 billion for renewable hydrogen production, under the EU's Innovation Fund.
Aviation tech firm delivers 'one-of-its-kind' logistics drone to Indian Army
EndureAir Systems has delivered the Sabal 20 logistics drone to the Indian Army. This electric unmanned helicopter, capable of carrying 20 kg payloads, is designed to enhance the army's logistics capabilities in challenging terrains. Developed by an IIT-Kanpur incubated company, it supports long-range deliveries and high-altitude operations, bolstering India's 'Make in India' initiative.
Aviation now needs a Tesla moment, like cars in the 2000s ¡ª decarbonising demands disruptive new tech: Robert Miller
Robert Miller, Director of the Whittle Laboratory, highlights the need for disruptive technologies like cryogenic hydrogen fuel and hybrid electric flight to achieve net-zero aviation by 2050. He emphasizes four Sustainable Aviation Goals: mitigating contrail-induced cloud formation, enhancing system efficiency, scaling up sustainable aviation fuels, and investing in experimental technologies like hydrogen-powered aircraft.
Indian airspace is getting more users; need to look at streamlining air traffic management: Official
At the 40th Asia Pacific Regional Meeting of IFATCA, India's Civil Aviation Secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam highlighted the increasing congestion in Indian airspace. He urged air traffic controllers to embrace new technologies like generative AI to streamline air traffic management and enhance safety.
TCS inks multi-year deal to make Air France-KLM leading data-driven airline
This move of exiting data centres and harnessing the strength of the cloud by Air France-KLM, will support a sustainable and adaptive aviation industry. This modernisation of the airline group's data by its 30-year partner TCS will have benefits such as enhancing operations, improving functionality and gaining efficiency.
Recapping nominees of ET Startup Awards 2024; UPI vs debit cards
The high-powered jury of the ET Startup Awards 2024 met in Bengaluru on Wednesday and picked out winners across eight categories after a dynamic discussion. More on this in today¡¯s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
IIT Guwahati and Airbus join forces to advance aviation and logistics education in Assam
IIT Guwahati has partnered with Airbus India to advance aviation and logistics education in Assam. This collaboration aims to enhance employment opportunities and service quality in the region, aligning with India's UDAAN Scheme. A Global Skilling Centre will be established to address the shortage of skilled professionals in these sectors.
Rolls-Royce and TCS collaborate on Hydrogen Research Programme
TCS partnered with Rolls-Royce to research hydrogen fuel systems for sustainable aviation, focusing on fuel combustion, delivery, and integration challenges. This is to address the aviation industry's goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The collaboration leverages TCS's engineering expertise to support Rolls-Royce in achieving its technology ambitions for a greener future,. The partnership builds on their longstanding relationship and shared commitment to driving sustainable transformation across industries.
Bot voyage: Can GenAI-based innovation ease turbulence in air travel
India's aviation sector embraces cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and propel efficiency, revolutionizing the industry dynamics.
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