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Catering truck collides with parked IndiGo aircraft at Kolkata airport, plane suffers minor damage| India News

Catering truck collides with parked IndiGo aircraft at Kolkata airport, plane suffers minor damage| India News

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An IndiGo aircraft suffered minor damage after a catering truck hit the engine at the Kolkata airport on Tuesday, HT has learnt. An IndiGo aircraft suffered a minor damage after a catering truck hit the aircraft. (Vipin Kumar/ Hindustan Times)) The incident occurred when the aircraft was parked on the tarmac at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. It resulted in a minor damage to the aircraft. “A third-party unmanned vehicle on the apron moved and came in contact with a parked IndiGo aircraft at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata on 7 April 2026. The relevant authorities have been informed,” an IndiGo spokesperson said. “The aircraft is grounded undergoing thorough inspections and necessary maintenance before being cleared for operations. We will be closely working with the authorities to investigate this. The aircraft was scheduled to operate flight 6E 6663 from Kolkata to Guwahati. An alternate aircraft has been arranged to operate the flight,” the statement added. The latest incident comes roughly two months after a New York-bound Air India aircraft’s engine was damage …

Railway to crack down on unauthorised catering with QR based system: Vaishnaw

Railway to crack down on unauthorised catering with QR based system: Vaishnaw

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Indian Railways has introduced QR code-enabled identity cards and digitally traceable food packets to improve passenger safety and eliminate unauthorised vending on trains, reported the IANS. The move was highlighted in Parliament on Thursday by Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. To ensure that only authorised staff serve passengers, Indian Railways has made it mandatory for all onboard catering staff, vendors, and helpers to carry QR code-enabled identity cards. These QR codes allow passengers and officials to verify the authenticity of vendors. The QR code displays important details such as the vendor’s name, Aadhaar number, medical fitness status, and police verification records. This step is aimed at building trust and ensuring that passengers are served only by verified personnel, according to the IANS. Digitally traceable food packets In addition to ID cards, QR codes have also been introduced on food packets. These codes provide information about the source of the food, including the name of the kitchen and the date of preparation, the news agency reported. This system helps passengers check the quality and freshness of the …

Jewar Airport In Noida Secures Rs 4,458-Crore Singapore Investment For Cargo, Catering Hubs | Noida News

Jewar Airport In Noida Secures Rs 4,458-Crore Singapore Investment For Cargo, Catering Hubs | Noida News

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Last Updated:February 25, 2026, 08:47 IST Under the MoU, AISATS will develop an advanced cargo campus and a world-class air catering kitchen at the upcoming international airport in Jewar, Gautam Buddh Nagar district The projects are expected to boost regional food processing and supply chain ecosystems while creating significant direct and indirect jobs. (PTI/File) The Uttar Pradesh government has signed a memorandum of understanding with AISATS to invest Rs 4,458 crore in two major aviation service projects at Noida International Airport, and also with Singapore Cooperation Enterprise to strengthen institutional capacity, policy frameworks, and ecosystem development in the state, officials said. The agreement was signed during Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s visit to Singapore, marking a key investment outcome on the second day of the tour aimed at attracting global capital to Uttar Pradesh. Under the MoU, AISATS will develop an advanced cargo campus and a world-class air catering kitchen at the upcoming international airport in Jewar, Gautam Buddh Nagar district. Officials said the integrated cargo campus is expected to make Jewar a major air freight …

‘Happy Patel budget equal to Border 2’s catering budget’: Vir Das reveals Aamir Khan did 28 focus screenings to test the film | Bollywood News

‘Happy Patel budget equal to Border 2’s catering budget’: Vir Das reveals Aamir Khan did 28 focus screenings to test the film | Bollywood News

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Vir Das has officially made his directorial debut with Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, which he co-directed with Kavi Shastri. The film finally hit theatres last week. While it has struggled at the box office, earning only Rs 5.07 crore so far, it has garnered positive responses from audiences, particularly fans of Vir’s stand-up brain. What’s also being appreciated is that a film as whacky and wild as this was greenlit by a mainstream production house in today’s climate. Unsurprisingly, the man behind the film is Aamir Khan, a producer known for backing unconventional subjects. In a recent conversation with Cinema Express, Vir revealed that when he first narrated the script to Aamir, the superstar asked for rewrites. “He called me and Kavi for a narration. Then he sat with us for about five to six rewrites. He is a great lighthouse for story and is always concerned with character motivations and whether the script is tying up.” Vir also shared that after hearing the script, Aamir conducted a “director audition” for both him and Kavi, …

‘Netflix wants to push action set pieces early in films’: Matt Damon on how streamer is catering to ‘people on phones’

‘Netflix wants to push action set pieces early in films’: Matt Damon on how streamer is catering to ‘people on phones’

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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, who were recently seen in the Netflix film The Rip, have opened up on how the streaming service is quietly changing the way action movies are filmed and made. Appearing on a podcast, the two friends shared their experiences of getting notes from Netflix on The Rip. Matt Damon stars in The Rip as a cop. Matt Damon on changing action films on streaming The actor duo recently appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience to promote The Rip. During the podcast, Matt Damon pointed out that because viewers give a “very different level of attention” to a movie at home versus in a theatre, Netflix wants to push the action set pieces toward the front of the runtime. “The standard way to make an action movie that we learned was, you usually have three set pieces. One in the first act, one in the second, one in the third,” Matt explained, adding, “You spend most of your money on that one in the third act. That’s your finale. And now …

Railway Board modifies Catering Policy 2017, allows DRMs to approve new catering initiatives on stations | India News

Railway Board modifies Catering Policy 2017, allows DRMs to approve new catering initiatives on stations | India News

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Catering Policy 2017 revised: The Railway Board (RB) has modified the Catering Policy 2017, allowing Divisional Railway Managers (DRMs) to approve new catering initiatives at stations. The move comes after Southern Railway (SR) suggested changes to Para 21 of the Catering Policy 2017 in a letter to the RB dated August 14, 2025. What was Para 21 in the Indian Railways Catering Policy 2017? According to the Para 21 of the Indian Railways Catering Policy 2017, the zonal railways was allowed to grant approval for the introduction of innovative or new initiatives in catering on stations, with the concurrence of Associate Finance and approval of General Manager (GM). “Zonal Railways shall be permitted to introduce innovative/new initiatives in catering on stations, with the concurrence of Associate Finance and approval of General Manager. Tenure for such initiatives shall be one year extendable to second year with the approval of General Manager. Further, extension for remaining period of the full tenure (i.e. five years) shall be with the approval of Railway Board,” reads the statement. Catering Policy …

IRCTC Revamps Train Catering, Brings Big Names On Board For Better Meals | India News

IRCTC Revamps Train Catering, Brings Big Names On Board For Better Meals | India News

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Last Updated:December 11, 2025, 23:56 IST IRCTC partners with Haldiram’s, Elior, ISKCON, CAFS, and others to trial, restaurant-quality meals on Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains, earning positive passenger reviews. Passengers have given positive feedback so far. In an attempt to enhance the rail commuters’ dining experience during the journey, the Indian Railways has initiated extensive meal trials on select trains. This move is a part of a major push to elevate the quality of on-board catering. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) currently serves around 16.5 lakh meals daily across the Indian Railways network and is working toward a significant “paradigm shift” in passenger dining experiences. The trials focus on strengthening kitchen infrastructure, refining meal production, improving food transfer processes, and enhancing the overall service delivery chain. A key feature of the initiative is a Proof of Concept (PoC) aimed at de-linking meal production from meal service. Through this model, IRCTC is partnering with branded food and beverage providers—including industrial kitchens, restaurant chains, and flight caterers—to supply passengers with fresh, hygienic, …

UP CM calls for vigilance in institutes catering to differently-abled, emphasises student safety | Latest News India

UP CM calls for vigilance in institutes catering to differently-abled, emphasises student safety | Latest News India

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Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed officials to ensure a vigilant, sensitive and alert administrative system in educational institutions catering to the differently-abled. UP CM calls for vigilance in institutes catering to differently-abled, emphasises student safety He also said that Divyang Rehabilitation Centres should be established at all 18 divisional headquarters of the state to provide accessible local services related to rehabilitation, education, and skill development Chairing a review meeting of the Divyangjan Shaskhaktikaran and backward welfare departments, he warned against attempts by certain elements to mislead students under the guise of support. Highlighting the need for strict background checks, he said external organisations proposing assistance to these institutions should only be allowed after thorough verification. “We must be completely vigilant to ensure the safety and psychosocial protection of students,” he added. Adityanath ordered a comprehensive inspection of all childhood day-care centres, mental asylum homes, integrated schools, and special schools such as ‘Mamta’, ‘Sparsh’, and ‘Sanket’. Vacant teaching posts in special schools should be filled promptly, and until regular appointments are …

Expired food found at Kerala catering unit which supplies food to Indian Railways, probe ordered

Expired food found at Kerala catering unit which supplies food to Indian Railways, probe ordered

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Expired food was also stored at a nearby godown where the staff of the catering unit were staying, officials said. Kochi: In a shocking news, expired food materials were found at a catering unit in Kerala which allegedly supplies food to the Indian Railways, a Health Department official said on Wednesday. The catering unit, named Brandavan, was also found to be disposing food and other waste into a nearby canal in violation of the rules, the official told reporters. Expired food was also stored at a nearby godown where the staff of the catering unit were staying, the official added. He said that he got information regarding the unit on the previous night and based on that carried out an inspection on Wednesday morning. The official said that since the unit was functioning without a corporation licence and in violation of the rules it will be shut down and sealed. The municipal councillor of the area told reporters that several warnings were given to the unit to not dispose waste into the canal and it …

OPS, Annamalai criticise outsourcing catering services under CM’s breakfast scheme in Chennai Corporation schools

OPS, Annamalai criticise outsourcing catering services under CM’s breakfast scheme in Chennai Corporation schools

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After coming to power the DMK adopted the outsourcing policy in employing workers in local bodies and operating bus services, says O. Panneerselvam Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam and BJP State president K. Annamalai on Tuesday criticised the DMK government for its decision to outsource catering services for Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme in Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) Schools. In a statement, Mr. Panneerselvam said after coming to power the DMK adopted the outsourcing policy in employing workers in local bodies and operating bus services. The outsourcing of catering services for Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme GCC Schools came as a shock as a similar move was mooted earlier in 2023 and later dropped due to objection from the opposition parties. To ensure students get their breakfast on time and members of women self help groups don’t lose their jobs, the State government should drop the proposal to outsource the catering services of GCC schools. Mr. Annamalai questioned the rationale behind outsourcing the catering services when the DMK government recently allocated ₹ 21 crore to …