I am a principal correspondent with the national political bureau of the Hindustan Times. I track the aviation and railways ministry. I also write on travel trends. I cover the beats at the national level for the newspaper. Before being in Delhi, I have worked as a journalist in Mumbai as well. My hobbies include trekking and travelling.
Articles by Neha LM Tripathi
Newborn’s body found in T2 washroom
Delhi/ Mumbai: A newborn boy was found abandoned in the bin of Mumbai airport’s Terminal 2 washroom on Tuesday night, an incident which the airport officials are terming to be the first in any Indian airport’s terminal building
Published on Mar 27, 2025 07:50 AM IST
Neha LM TripathiMegha Sood
Infant’s body found in Mumbai airport washroom, probe begins
An airport official confirmed that the incident took place in the family washroom located near boarding gates 43 and 44
Published on Mar 27, 2025 07:16 AM IST
Neha LM TripathiMegha Sood
5% more flight ops likely this summer
The data pertains to the summer schedule, which outlines the flying slots airlines will receive – though some may choose not to fly as many services
Published on Mar 26, 2025 07:26 AM IST
Centre urges Delhi to cut jet fuel VAT, cites Noida airport’s rates
The Union government urges Delhi to reduce jet fuel VAT from 25% to 4% to boost competitiveness against states like UP, which charge lower rates.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 05:26 AM IST
Air India alters travel policy; economy travel for employees on domestic work trips
An airline official aware of the developments, said that since Tata took over the airline in January 2022, the demand for premium seats had increased
Published on Mar 25, 2025 03:16 PM IST
New Delhi railway station considering ‘standby’ train to handle heavy rush
Railway officials are considering a special standby train at New Delhi Railway Station to manage overcrowding, especially for Bihar-bound passengers.
Published on Mar 25, 2025 06:30 AM IST
Heathrow airport shutdown may have cascading effects, Air India among those hit
The airport serves as a major gateway for travel between India and the UK, and also as a transit point for those travelling to other parts of Europe or the US.
Published on Mar 21, 2025 07:48 PM IST
By 2034, 16,000 pilots needed by IndiGo and Air India: Minister Murlidhar Mohol
IndiGo currently has 5,463 pilots and will need 11,778 pilots next. Similarly, Tata Air India has 3,280 pilots and will need 5,870
Updated on Mar 20, 2025 08:44 PM IST
7,971 cases of stone pelting on trains since 2023, cost railways ₹5.79 crore
Ashwini Vaishnaw said ₹5.79 crore has been spent by zonal railways to carry out repairs necessitated due to the incidents of stone throwing since 2023
Published on Mar 19, 2025 09:33 PM IST
Lower berths in railways for senior citizens, women: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
6-7 lower berths per coach in sleeper class, 4-5 lower berths per coach in 3AC, and 3-4 lower berths per coach in 2AC classes for senior citizens, female above 45, pregnant women
Published on Mar 19, 2025 08:05 PM IST
In LS, Vaishnaw hails Railways’ improved punctuality
Railways has achieved an “on-time performance of over 90%” through the adoption of advanced signalling systems, real-time monitoring, AI-driven scheduling, and predictive maintenance
Published on Mar 19, 2025 07:52 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Railways no longer hampered by Covid-19 troubles: Minister
Railways minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said that the Indian Railways has overcome the financial troubles due to the Covid pandemic with passengers returning to train travel.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 07:56 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Delhi airport aims to be global hub with flight coordination plan, ‘slot banks’
Only around 3% of the air traffic at IGI is international-to-international (I-to-I), and DIAL aims to grow that share to 10% in the next five years
Published on Mar 17, 2025 06:26 AM IST
22 trains damaged due to overcrowding during Maha Kumbh: Govt
Terming the February 15 stampede at New Delhi Railway Station as “unfortunate,” Vaishnaw said that a high-level inquiry has been ordered into the incident
Updated on Mar 12, 2025 08:58 PM IST
Noida international airport to be opened in May: Aviation minister
The minister’s remark comes days after HT on March 7 reported that commercial operations at the airport, which were earlier scheduled to start on April 17, were set to be delayed
Published on Mar 12, 2025 05:20 AM IST
Noida international airport in Jewar to be opened in May: Minister
At least two officials told HT that the airport is currently gearing for a final inspection by DGCA and it is likely to be inaugurated on May 15.
Published on Mar 12, 2025 04:42 AM IST
Govt mulls special airports for cargo, flying training, says aviation minister
Union minister Ram Mohan Naidu emphasised the need to nurture flying training organisations to elevate the country’s aviation sector to global standards
Published on Mar 11, 2025 07:36 PM IST
New York flight returns after hoax bomb threat
The Boeing 777 aircraft with at least 320 people on board was flying over Azerbaijan when the flight had to head back to Mumbai.
Published on Mar 11, 2025 08:40 AM IST
Polythene bags, clothes clogged toilets: Air India after flight returns to US
The aircraft cited its internal investigation based on objects found by maintenance crews who discovered the objects in the aircraft’s plumbing system
Published on Mar 11, 2025 05:51 AM IST
Air India New York bound flight returns to Mumbai after bomb threat
The Boeing 777 aircraft with at least 320 people on board was flying over Azerbaijan when the flight had to head back to Mumbai
Published on Mar 10, 2025 06:33 PM IST
In Navi Mumbai, plans for an exclusive new terminal for VVIP flyers
Navi Mumbai International Airport plans a dedicated VVIP terminal for celebrities and officials, set to be completed by 2030
Published on Mar 10, 2025 12:06 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Air India flight returns to Chicago over clogged loos
The airline confirmed in a statement on Thursday that flight AI126 had to come back to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, citing a “technical issue”
Published on Mar 07, 2025 05:58 AM IST
AI sacks pilot trainer, 10 other pilots de-rostered
The company informed the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Wednesday about the dismissal of the head of training, and duty suspensions of the other pilots, following a whistleblower complaint.
Published on Mar 06, 2025 07:22 AM IST
AI Express flights from Hindon airport begin March 1
Currently, Hindon has flights operated only by Bangalore-based regional carrier Star Air (India) to Kalaburagi and Hubli, three and four times a week, respectively
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 11:50 PM IST
Delhi airport: T2 to shut for refurbishment after T1 opens fully, fog tech upgrade for runway also on the cards
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) Airport is the only airport in the country to have four runways
Published on Feb 27, 2025 05:12 AM IST
DIAL expects tariff hike soon, airfare on Delhi routes may go up by 1.5-2%
The increase on air tickets will be 1.5 to 2% for domestic passengers and maximum 0.5% for international passengers, if the proposed tariff hikes get approved by the authorities
Published on Feb 26, 2025 09:16 PM IST
VFS Global launches AI-powered chatbot for UK visa applications
Human-like interaction, round-the-clock availability, secure AI hosting, and a user feedback mechanism that continuously refines responses are among its key features
Published on Feb 26, 2025 02:53 PM IST
Navi Mumbai airport set to open on May 15
Navi Mumbai International Airport is set to be inaugurated on May 15, pending final approvals from DGCA
Updated on Feb 26, 2025 05:11 PM IST
Navi Mumbai airport likely to open in May
Navi Mumbai International Airport may open on May 15, pending final approvals after a successful assessment by aviation regulators.
Published on Feb 26, 2025 03:56 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
IndiGo to operate wide-body aircraft on Delhi-Bangkok route
Earlier this year, IndiGo entered into a damp lease agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 02:33 PM IST