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One of the largest airline company, easyJet, has integrated artificial intelligence (AI) at its new control centre to improve flight management, the airline announced. The control centre, located near Luton Airport, employs more than 250 staff who oversee easyJet’s daily operations, including planning routes, allocating pilots and cabin crew, arranging aircraft maintenance, and managing passenger communications. Central to this technological upgrade is Jetstream, a generative AI tool designed to expedite problem-solving for pilots and ground crews. According to easyJet, Jetstream enhances operational efficiency by predicting standby crew requirements and recommending optimal crew options for each flight. Johan Lundgren, easyJet’s Chief…

Over-the-top (OTT) streaming content in India has evolved dramatically from its modest beginnings with low-budget slice-of-life dramas. Pioneered by platforms like The Viral Fever (TVF), Indian shows truly achieved cinematic scale with the launch of Amazon Prime Video’s Inside Edge and Netflix’s Sacred Games. This transition not only elevated production values but also significantly increased the fees of Indian actors. Today, the highest-paid Indian OTT actors earn more than top Bollywood stars. Priyanka Chopra has emerged as India’s highest-paid actor on OTT, thanks to her lucrative deal with Prime Video’s Citadel. Created by the Russo Brothers, Citadel was produced on a staggering budget of…

Unilever, a leading multinational fast-moving consumer goods company, has announced a global hiring drive, including multiple roles in India. The company is inviting applications from experienced professionals across various sectors. On its career page, Unilever stated, “Search for a role that equips you with the tools you need to deliver pioneering products to the world. And embark on a journey that takes you from ambitious entrepreneur to global tastemaker. Be a force for change and a force for good. Find the career for you.” Professionals interested in exploring these opportunities can visit Unilever’s Career Page or LinkedIn Page for fresh…

Akshata Murty, daughter of Infosys co-founder Narayan Murthy, significantly outpaced her husband, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, in earnings. Murty’s income vastly exceeded Sunak’s, with her estimated GBP 13 million (approximately Rs 130 crore) in dividends dwarfing his GBP 2.2 million (around Rs 20 crore). This substantial difference of GBP 10.8 million (Rs 110 crore) underscores the financial prowess Murty brings to the couple’s combined fortune, surpassing the wealth of King Charles. The couple continues to cement their status among the UK’s wealthiest, as reflected in the 2024 edition of the ‘Sunday Times Rich List.’ Their estimated wealth has surged to GBP 651 million (Rs…

Walt Disney Co. has reached an agreement to sell its minority stake in Tata Play Ltd., a subscription television broadcaster, to Tata Group. This strategic move allows Disney to concentrate on merging its Indian operations with Viacom 18 Media Pvt, a media arm owned by billionaire Mukesh Ambani. This merger aims to create a significant entertainment entity in India. Valuation and Ownership Changes The transaction values Tata Play Ltd. at approximately $1 billion. Tata Group has now gained full control of the TV platform by purchasing Disney’s 29.8 percent stake. The confidential nature of the deal was disclosed by sources familiar with the matter. This deal occurs amidst a transformative…

The Ministry of Transport has announced its plans to introduce electric air taxi services and electric delivery planes by early 2025. The ministry confirmed it has applied for all necessary approvals from relevant authorities in Qatar to begin testing these innovative transport solutions. In a recent statement, the ministry highlighted that the adoption of air taxis and electric delivery planes aligns with global advancements in the transportation sector. These initiatives are set to enhance Qatar’s transportation landscape by introducing a new, sustainable mode of mobility. The air taxi services will incorporate the latest global technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to…

Kareena Kapoor Khan recently joined her mother-in-law, veteran actress Sharmila Tagore, for a new advertisement shoot at the iconic Pataudi Palace in Haryana. This majestic property, built in 1935 by the last Nawab of Pataudi, Iftikhar Ali Khan, has been the backdrop for numerous Bollywood films and projects over the years, including Animal, Rang De Basanti, and Veer Zara. A Tale of Heritage and Legacy Following the passing of Saif Ali Khan’s father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, the palace was leased to Neemrana Hotels from 2005 to 2014. It was during this time that the property underwent a transformation into…

By 2027, Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Aerocity is set to launch India’s largest mall, covering 2.8 million square feet, according to available media reports. This development is part of the $2.5 billion Worldmark Aerocity expansion project, aiming to establish India’s first aerotropolis—a metropolitan area centered around an airport. The ambitious project, reportedly projected to experience eightfold growth within the next five years, will see Aerocity’s current 1.5 million square feet of leasable space expand to over 10 million square feet by 2029 in two phases. The global business district within Aerocity will undergo a 6.5 million square feet expansion, resulting…

Oman is set to undergo a transformation in its aviation landscape with plans to construct six new airports by 2028-2029. The ambitious initiative aims to bolster the country’s infrastructure and accommodate a projected surge in passenger traffic, expected to reach 50 million by 2040 from the current 17 million. Naif Al Abri, chairman of Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), disclosed the development during a recent interview at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh. Al Abri emphasized that the addition of these six new airports will bring the total count to 13, a move intended to bolster domestic aviation and fortify…

Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), saw his net worth surge to over $200 billion on Tuesday, reclaiming the title of the world’s second-richest person from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Musk’s net worth now stands at $201.4 billion, bolstered by a $6.6 billion daily increase driven by a notable rise in Tesla’s stock, which gained over 6% to exceed $186 per share. Despite Tesla shares experiencing a significant drop from their peak of over $400 in late 2021, they have rebounded strongly, climbing nearly 30% over the past month. This resurgence is partly due…