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Karnataka government has proposed three potential locations for Bengaluru’s second international airport. The proposal was sent to the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation on Thursday, outlining the sites around Bengaluru where the new airport could be built, a Deccan Herald report stated.

Sean Duffy, a former congressman and Fox News host, was confirmed as the 21st US Secretary of Transportation under President Donald Trump on 28 January 2025. At 53, he takes charge of a sprawling federal agency responsible for the nation’s highways, railways, and aviation systems. The Senate confirmed him with a 77-22 vote, reflecting bipartisan backing despite political tensions. During his confirmation, Duffy pledged to prioritise infrastructure reform, air traffic safety, and regulatory rollbacks in line with Trump’s agenda.

Electronics City elevated expressway from 11 pm to 6 am starting Wednesday until further notice. According to traffic police, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will conduct maintenance work on the expressway beginning on the night of March 5.

Ted Malaska, a temporary special government employee with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), reportedly warned Federal Aviation Administration (FAA staffers) that anyone who obstructed his work would be reported directly to Elon Musk and could risk losing their jobs, as per a report. The warning message came as Malaska began his mission to implement Starlink technology into the FAA’s infrastructure, according to Bloomberg.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Come March and India’s urban residents develop a feverish feeling arising from the anticipated onslaught of summer heat. As monsoon rains near, that feeling transitions to a sense of foreboding over the risk of flooded roads, stranded cars and man-eating manholes.

Australia captain Steve Smith addressed the media in a pre-match press conference ahead of their high-stakes ICC Champions Trophy semifinal clash against India on Tuesday. With India entering the match on the back of an unbeaten run, Smith acknowledged their dominance and shared his thoughts on the challenges ahead. When asked if Australia had a plan to silence the Indian crowd, Smith responded, «Yeah, I don't really have a message to be honest. Just going out and playing, and hopefully, we can put on a good show.» Discussing whether India had an advantage playing in Dubai, Smith admitted that familiarity with the conditions could play a role.

Civilian Aviation Ministry launched its aircraft BOEING-737 flight from Kolkata to Goa via Hindon on Saturday. The project was inaugurated by Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu at Hindon, showcasing exemplary civilian-military coordination. Hindon Airport is located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Due to its strategic location, dual-use capabilities, military infrastructure and capacity to handle diverse air traffic, it is a crucial asset for the nation. The introduction of flights from Hindon will go a long way in decongesting air traffic in NCR. This flight under the UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik) project is a testament to the Indian Air Force's commitment to supporting both military and civilian air operations, facilitating improved access to varied locations.

The video, which surfaced on X (formerly Twitter), captures the commuter skillfully balancing on a single wheel while wearing a helmet and carrying a backpack. Despite the chaos of ORR’s bumper-to-bumper traffic, he appeared unphased as he glided past cars and buses. The clip, originally shared by user '@dipunair,' quickly gained traction online, racking up thousands of views and sparking a heated discussion.

Elon Musk has urged retired air traffic controllers to consider returning to work, highlighting a critical staffing shortage putting pressure on the aviation industry. His appeal follows growing concerns over air safety after a deadly midair collision at Reagan National Airport and several close calls at other US airports. But federal regulations impose strict age limits, making it difficult for many retired controllers to return to their positions.

InterGlobe Aviation, IndiGo's parent company, are set to be in focus on Friday after the airline’s market share rose to 65.2% in January, up from 64.4% in December 2024, strengthening its dominance in India’s aviation sector. India’s domestic air traffic grew 11.28% year-on-year (YoY) in January, reaching 1.46 crore passengers, according to data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) released on Thursday. IndiGo capitalized on this growth, while the Air India Group—which includes Air India, Air India Express, and Vistara—saw its market share decline to 25.7% from 26.4% in the same period.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Google changed its rules around how product-review sites appear in its search engine. In the process, it devastated a once-lucrative corner of the news media world.

Munich airport, Germany's second largest, cancelling hundreds of flights.

American Airlines flight was forced to abort its landing at Washington DC's Ronald Reagan National Airport to avoid a potential collision with another aircraft departing from the same runway.

Goa has become the first state in India to introduce a QR code system for tourists travelling with vehicles. This new initiative aims to make travel smoother by reducing repeated document checks.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Chennai-based electric air taxi startup The ePlane Co is looking to raise another $30-50 million as it prepares to manufacture three prototypes by 2026 and set the stage for its first launch. The startup has been conservative in tapping investors so far, securing $20 million since it was founded in 2019.

Occupants of the two and three-wheeler vehicles and pedestrians were majority of the victims in the road crash deaths here in 2023, an official on Sunday said quoting the data.