Maharaja

Don't mock the Maharaja: Air India no longer 'loss-making' airline, says govt

Efficient functioning and reduction in operational costs has helped national carrier Air India turn from a loss-making airline into an "operational profit unit"

Air India bets on Dreamliner to bring its 'Maharaja' days back

Air India's new Boeing 787 Dreamliner will start flying on domestic routes from September 19, with the airline hoping that the fuel-efficient aircraft will bring back its good old 'Maharaja' days by saving costs.

Can Air India be worthy of its Maharaja again?

It’s clear that Air India is carrying far more problematic baggage than its supposedly elitist mascot. The friendly Maharaja might be the only positive for the beleagured airline, a nostalgic tribute to forgotten services.

SN Wodeyar: Though Maharaja only in title, he lived like one

The last descendant of the Wodeyar dynasty, he also wore many hats: he was a fashion designer, a businessman, cricket administrator, a politician, hotelier and an investor.

Last of the Mysore royals, SN Wodeyar passes away

Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wodeyar, the last descendant of the Wodeyar dynasty, died of severe cardiac arrest at a private hospital here on Tuesday.