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India's Civil Aviation Soars: Operational Airports Double, 100+ New Ones Planned

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 20, 2026, 20:28 (IST)

Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu announced that India's operational airports have more than doubled to 165 since 2014, with passenger footfall also increasing significantly. The government plans to develop over 100 more airports and 200 helipads in the next decade, supported by a record Rs 29,000 crore allocation for the UDAN 2.

Andhra Pradesh’s tourism-centric seaplane project gets Centre’s nod

May 20, 2026, 01:00 (IST)

Vijayawada–Srisailam Route First for Seaplanes

CM urges Centre to expedite expansion of Patna airport

TNN / May 19, 2026, 23:57 (IST)

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has urged the Union government to expedite Patna airport's runway expansion, pledging state support. Aiming to boost air connectivity tenfold in five years, the government is developing a district-wise roadmap for airport modernization, enhanced security, and inclusive infrastructure.

Demand and consumption of power go up in Coimbatore region

May 19, 2026, 03:02 (IST)

State govt approves Rs 49.26 crore funding for water diversion scheme for Trimbakeshwar to bring about 165 hectares under irrigation

May 15, 2026, 23:13 (IST)

Odisha third in central scheme implementation

TNN / May 13, 2026, 00:20 (IST)

Odisha secured third place in the "Connecting Maximum Habitation" category under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) during its silver jubilee celebration. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi credited central government support and coordinated efforts for this achievement, emphasizing the state's commitment to inclusive rural development and progress.

AICTE opens applications for Samarthan internships at IITs, IIMs and NITs for students from underserved regions

TOI Education / May 12, 2026, 17:52 (IST)

AICTE has launched the ‘Samarthan: Internship Connect Scheme 2026-27’ for students from Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and the North Eastern States. The initiative will provide 30-day internships at premier institutions including IITs, IIMs and NITs. A total of 611 students will participate in the programme during the current academic session. The application portal is now open, and candidates can apply until May 25, 2026.

BJP lost, so funds stopped: Amra Ram accuses CM Sharma of targeting Shekhawati

May 12, 2026, 00:35 (IST)

Delhi moves from 'Achiever' to 'Exemplar' category in LEADS 2025

ANI / May 16, 2026, 17:17 (IST)

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that the national capital has secured a place in the highest 'Exemplar' category in the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2025 Index, marking a major jump from its earlier 'Achiever' status.