Arun Sosa

 At the heart of this turmoil lies the Pratt & Whitney (PW) Neo engines, which were once hailed as the future of aviation but have now become a source of significant operational challenges. The repercussions of these issues are felt globally, but perhaps nowhere more acutely than in India, where airlines are struggling to keep their fleets airborne. The Rise & Fall Of Pratt & Whitney Neo Engine When Pratt & Whitney introduced the PW1000G series, also known as the “Geared Turbofan” (GTF) engine, it was touted as a game-changer. The engine promised a 15% reduction in fuel consumption, a 75% reduction in noise footprint, and a 50% reduction in emissions compared to previous models. These claims were not just marketing hyperbole; they were backed by years of research and development, making the Neo engines the preferred choice for airlines around the world. For Indian carriers like GoAir and Indigo, the Neo engines seemed like a godsend. With fuel costs constituting a s...

 The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted bail to BRS leader K Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy case investigated by the CBI and ED. The apex court also ordered her to submit her passport to the trial court and regularly attend the trial proceedings. The bench, consisting of justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan, ordered her immediate release while imposing various conditions, including not tampering with evidence or influencing witnesses. Kavitha also has to furnish a bail bond of Rs 10 lakh each in both cases. “The appellant is directed to be forthwith released on bail in both (CBI and ED) cases on furnishing bail bond of Rs 10 lakh each. She shall not make any attempt to tamper with evidence or influence the witnesses. The appellant shall deposit her passport with the trial court,” SC ordered. SC questioned CBI and ED about the evidence they have against Kavitha during her bail plea hearing. "Investigation is complete and chargesheet has been filed. Custody of the appellant is not...