Committed to build safer, robust future for air travel in India: Officials

IANS | December 20, 2025 9:58 AM

New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) India stands proudly as the world’s third-largest domestic civil aviation market and its fleet strength has more than doubled, expanding from 395 aircraft in 2014 to 844 by 2025, underscoring the extraordinary momentum of the sector, according to Samir Kumar Sinha, Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation.

Tom Jones to lead New Zealand in ICC U19 World Cup

IANS | December 20, 2025 9:33 AM

Wellington, Dec 20 (IANS) Opening batter Tom Jones will captain New Zealand's 15-strong squad, which includes five domestic stars, for 2026 ICC Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup, hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, scheduled to take place across Zimbabwe and Namibia from 15 January to 6 February.

Indi Lime export to Oman showcases early gains of CEPA: Govt

IANS | December 20, 2025 9:27 AM

New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) The export of Indi Lime to Oman assumes added significance in light of the recently signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Oman, which aims to deepen bilateral economic ties and expand market access for Indian exporters, according to the government.