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SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys 21 Starlink Satellites, Enhancing Mobile Connectivity
SpaceX launched 21 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral on January 27, 2025, at 5:05 p.m. EST. Among these, 13 satellites feature Direct-to-Cell technology designed to enhance mobile connectivity. The Falcon 9 rocket used for the mission was powered by a first-stage booster completing its 20th successful flight. This booster...
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Air India Introduces Free In-Flight Wi-Fi On Domestic Routes, A First In India
Air India becomes the first to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi Internet connectivity on select flights within India.
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Spacex Wraps 2024 with Its Final Falcon 9 Launch, Deploying Starlink V2 Satellites
SpaceX launched its 132nd and final Falcon 9 mission of 2024, deploying 21 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into orbit, some featuring direct-to-cell technology. The Falcon 9 booster completed its 16th flight, landing successfully on the droneship “Just Read the Instructions.” This mission marked the 390th booster landing for SpaceX and capped a rec...
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Government Issues New Rule for In-Flight Wi-Fi Connectivity on Indian Domestic Airlines
The Indian Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced a new rule for in-flight and maritime Wi-Fi connectivity recently. With the new rules, the government department has specified the criteria under which travellers will be allowed to access Internet connectivity. It is believed that with this rule change, Indian airlines such as Air India, ...
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Maximising Your Mobility: How Powerbanks Can Transform Your Busy Lifestyle
In today’s on-the-go world, a powerbank can be your ultimate ally, seamlessly powering your day and keeping you connected no matter where you are. With Flipkart’s wide selection of options, staying charged has never been easier.
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Boy Held In Bomb Hoax Case Alleges Sexual Assault At Children's Home In Mumbai: Cops
A 17-year-old boy, detained in connection with bomb hoax threats to flights, has alleged that he was sexually assaulted by an inmate at a children's home in south Mumbai, police said on Tuesday.
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"Unusual" Airfare Surge Raised In Meeting Of Parliament Panel On Transport
The issue of rising fares was raised in the first meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport. Headed by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Jha, the committee will look at critical aspects of transport and connectivity in the country.
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Mumbai Cops Summon Teen, Father Over Hoax Bomb Threats To Flights
Mumbai Police served a notice to a teenage boy, his father, and another person from Rajnandgaon in Chhattisgarh asking them to join questioning in connection with bomb threats posted on social media targeting three flights, officials said on Tuesday.
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This Is The World's Shortest Flight, It Lasts Only 1.5 Minutes
Operated by Loganair, the flight connects the Orkney islands of Westray and Papa Westray.
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DJI Neo Drone With 4K Video Support, 135 Gram Weight, AI Subject Tracking Launched: Specifications, Price
DJI Neo was launched as the company’s lightest and most compact drone to date, on Thursday. It boasts capabilities such as subject tracking powered by artificial intelligence (AI), QuickShots feature, 4K ultra-stabilized video recording and remote-less operation via smartphone pairing. The company also announced an assortment of useful accessorie...
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In-Flight Internet Coming To India? Viasat, ISRO Prep High-Tech Satellite
There is limited internet connectivity over the Indian skies, since India allowed aircraft to have internet connectivity in flights only a couple of years ago. But this could soon change.
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Boeing Suspends 777X Flight Tests After Parts Connecting Engine To Plane Fail
Boeing has suspended flight testing of its new 777X wide-body jet after identifying the failure of a part connecting the engine to the body of the aircraft, the latest in a long line of quality control issues for the troubled US aerospace giant.
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"Crew Is Vomiting": United Airlines Flight Diverted Over "Biohazard" Scare
A United Airlines flight bound for Boston from Houston was forced to divert to Washington DC over a "biohazard" situation connected to a passenger that left crew members vomiting and other fliers onboard in distress.
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No Flight Route Under UDAN Scheme Cancelled: Government
The government has not cancelled any route under the regional air connectivity scheme UDAN, Minister of State for Civil Aviation V K Singh said in the Rajya Sabha on Monday.
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Woman Orders Veg Meal, Served Chicken On Flight, Air India Responds
Air India is facing flak after a passenger on a Calicut-Mumbai flight found chicken in her supposedly vegetarian meal.
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys 21 Starlink Satellites, Enhancing Mobile Connectivity
SpaceX launched 21 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral on January 27, 2025, at 5:05 p.m. EST. Among these, 13 satellites feature Direct-to-Cell technology designed to enhance mobile connectivity. The Falcon 9 rocket used for the mission was powered by a first-stage booster completing its 20th successful flight. This booster...
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Air India Introduces Free In-Flight Wi-Fi On Domestic Routes, A First In India
Air India becomes the first to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi Internet connectivity on select flights within India.
-
Spacex Wraps 2024 with Its Final Falcon 9 Launch, Deploying Starlink V2 Satellites
SpaceX launched its 132nd and final Falcon 9 mission of 2024, deploying 21 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into orbit, some featuring direct-to-cell technology. The Falcon 9 booster completed its 16th flight, landing successfully on the droneship “Just Read the Instructions.” This mission marked the 390th booster landing for SpaceX and capped a rec...
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Government Issues New Rule for In-Flight Wi-Fi Connectivity on Indian Domestic Airlines
The Indian Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced a new rule for in-flight and maritime Wi-Fi connectivity recently. With the new rules, the government department has specified the criteria under which travellers will be allowed to access Internet connectivity. It is believed that with this rule change, Indian airlines such as Air India, ...
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Maximising Your Mobility: How Powerbanks Can Transform Your Busy Lifestyle
In today’s on-the-go world, a powerbank can be your ultimate ally, seamlessly powering your day and keeping you connected no matter where you are. With Flipkart’s wide selection of options, staying charged has never been easier.
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Boy Held In Bomb Hoax Case Alleges Sexual Assault At Children's Home In Mumbai: Cops
A 17-year-old boy, detained in connection with bomb hoax threats to flights, has alleged that he was sexually assaulted by an inmate at a children's home in south Mumbai, police said on Tuesday.
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"Unusual" Airfare Surge Raised In Meeting Of Parliament Panel On Transport
The issue of rising fares was raised in the first meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport. Headed by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Jha, the committee will look at critical aspects of transport and connectivity in the country.
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Mumbai Cops Summon Teen, Father Over Hoax Bomb Threats To Flights
Mumbai Police served a notice to a teenage boy, his father, and another person from Rajnandgaon in Chhattisgarh asking them to join questioning in connection with bomb threats posted on social media targeting three flights, officials said on Tuesday.
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This Is The World's Shortest Flight, It Lasts Only 1.5 Minutes
Operated by Loganair, the flight connects the Orkney islands of Westray and Papa Westray.
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DJI Neo Drone With 4K Video Support, 135 Gram Weight, AI Subject Tracking Launched: Specifications, Price
DJI Neo was launched as the company’s lightest and most compact drone to date, on Thursday. It boasts capabilities such as subject tracking powered by artificial intelligence (AI), QuickShots feature, 4K ultra-stabilized video recording and remote-less operation via smartphone pairing. The company also announced an assortment of useful accessorie...
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In-Flight Internet Coming To India? Viasat, ISRO Prep High-Tech Satellite
There is limited internet connectivity over the Indian skies, since India allowed aircraft to have internet connectivity in flights only a couple of years ago. But this could soon change.
-
Boeing Suspends 777X Flight Tests After Parts Connecting Engine To Plane Fail
Boeing has suspended flight testing of its new 777X wide-body jet after identifying the failure of a part connecting the engine to the body of the aircraft, the latest in a long line of quality control issues for the troubled US aerospace giant.
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"Crew Is Vomiting": United Airlines Flight Diverted Over "Biohazard" Scare
A United Airlines flight bound for Boston from Houston was forced to divert to Washington DC over a "biohazard" situation connected to a passenger that left crew members vomiting and other fliers onboard in distress.
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No Flight Route Under UDAN Scheme Cancelled: Government
The government has not cancelled any route under the regional air connectivity scheme UDAN, Minister of State for Civil Aviation V K Singh said in the Rajya Sabha on Monday.
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Woman Orders Veg Meal, Served Chicken On Flight, Air India Responds
Air India is facing flak after a passenger on a Calicut-Mumbai flight found chicken in her supposedly vegetarian meal.
