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A flight bound for Abu Dhabi with about 280 passengers aborted its journey on Monday following a "fire" on its left wing, airport officials here said. The Etihad flight was preparing for take-off when the pilots noticed the fire. Subsequently, all the passengers were safely disembarked and there were no injuries to anyone, officials added. The fire was immediately put out by Fire Service personnel and the flight was cancelled. Etihad Airways could not be reached immediately for a comment.
Chairman and Managing Director of Bikaji Foods International Ltd Shiv Ratan Agarwal died in Chennai on Thursday morning, family sources said here. The 74-year-old complained of uneasiness and was rushed to a private hospital in Tamil Nadu's capital, where he breathed his last, the sources said. His wife had recently undergone a heart bypass surgery, and doctors had advised rest, due to which he had been staying in Chennai, they added. Agarwal, a resident of Sardulganj in Bikaner, founded the Bikaji brand in 1993. What began as a small venture grew into a major food brand, popular in India and abroad, particularly for 'Bikaneri bhujia'. Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot condoled his demise, saying the news of the noted industrialist's death was deeply saddening. "Through the Bikaji brand, he brought global recognition to Bikaneri bhujia. His demise is an irreparable loss. I pray for peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family," Gehlot said in a post o
Imaging product maker Nikon India has set up its Experience Centre in the city, aimed at strengthening its engagement with photographers, filmmakers and digital creators. The Experience Zone underscores the focus of Nikon India on going beyond traditional retail to create 'creator-first spaces' that enable hands-on engagement, learning and community building. The Experience Zone at Kanchan Films in the city offers access to Nikon's latest imaging portfolio, including mirrorless Z-series cameras, DSLR cameras, COOLPIX range and accessories. Nikon India Pvt Ltd Managing Director Sajjan Kumar in a statement on Tuesday, said, "Chennai represents a dynamic and culturally rich market with a growing base of photographers, film makers and content creators." "With the launch of our new store in Chennai, we aim to deliver a premium, hands-on retail experience that empowers users to explore, engage and create with confidence. This expansion reflects our continued focus on strengthening our .
Water technology company VA TECH WABAG on Saturday said it secured an Asian Development Bank (ADB)- funded order worth Rs 1,000 crore from the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB). The order is to develop a looped transmission network under the Chennai Climate Resilient Water Security and Sewerage Project (CCRWSSP) for Greater Chennai City. The ADB-funded project will establish a city-wide water grid platform for Chennai, enabling flexible water routing, improved pressure management, and greater operational reliability under both normal and emergency conditions, WABAG said in a statement. "This Rs 1,000 crore project marks an important step towards building a resilient and future-ready water infrastructure for Chennai. The development of a citywide water grid will significantly enhance the city's supply reliability, operational flexibility, and climate resilience," WABAG Chief Executive Officer - India Cluster, Shailesh Kumar said. The project will be ...
The Indian Navy is set to strengthen its coastal defence by commissioning INS Anjadip at the Chennai port here on February 27. This is the third of eight vessels being built under the anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft project. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, Anjadip is a state-of-the-art vessel specifically designed to address the challenges of the "littoral combat environment" coastal and shallow waters vital for the nation's security, an official release said on Wednesday. The 77-metre-long ship features a high-speed water-jet propulsion system, enabling it to achieve a top speed of 25 knots for rapid response and sustained operations. The vessel is engineered to act as a 'Dolphin Hunter', focused on the detection, tracking and neutralisation of enemy submarines in coastal areas. The ship is packed with an indigenous, cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare weapons and sensor package, including the hull-mounted sonar Abhay, and armed with Lightwei