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Star Air is set to expand its regional network from Belagavi, introducing embraer e175 aircraft with business-class cabins on select routes like Belagavi – Mumbai – Kolhapur. New and resumed services include connections to Jaipur, Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad, enhancing passenger comfort and fostering regional growth. Alliance Air also expands connectivity in western India by commencing its route Mumbai-Amravati-Mumbai.

Star Air has announced the introduction of three new daily flight routes from Shivamogga Airport, connecting travelers to Hyderabad, Tirupati and Goa from November 21.

NEW DELHI: India's already crowded domestic aviation market is set to witness the entry another new airline.

Paramount Airways on Tuesday announced plans to buy 15 small passenger jets from Brazil's Embraer.

Star Air has announced the expansion of its flight network with the introduction of a new route connecting Nagpur and Hyderabad to Ajmer (Kishangarh). The airline aims to enhance connectivity and cater to the growing demand for travel to Ajmer Sharif and Pushkar temples. This new route is part of the 40 routes awarded to Star Air under the centre's RCS-UDAN scheme. The airline is also offering special promotional fares and exclusive travel packages for passengers traveling to these destinations.

Purnia is set to inaugurate its new airport on September 15th by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, becoming Bihar's fourth operational civilian airport. Star Air will launch its Ahmedabad-Purnia route under the UDAN scheme, utilizing an Embraer E-175. Regular services will commence on September 29th.

Brazilian firm Embraer is vying for a major Indian Air Force contract, proposing its KC-390 Millennium as the superior choice for around 80 medium transport aircraft. The company plans to establish India as its Asia-Pacific production hub if selected, highlighting the jet-powered aircraft's speed, payload, and operational cost advantages over competitors like the C-130J.

Purnia Airport in Bihar marked a new chapter with the commencement of commercial flight operations on Monday, becoming the state's fourth operational civilian airport. IndiGo's inaugural flight from Kolkata, carrying 36 passengers, received a traditional water salute. Star Air's Ahmedabad flight also landed, carrying 53 passengers.

IndiGo, the largest airline in India, is in discussions with ATR, Embraer, and Airbus to acquire 100 smaller aircraft for expanding regional routes. This move to strengthen its domestic network follows IndiGo's recent decision to enter the international long-haul market.