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Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Wings clipped in family and party, Tej Pratap on course to become a commercial pilot
Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav has been provisionally selected for the Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) course at the Bihar Flying Institute, according to a circular issued by the state's Directorate of Aviation Training. He had appeared for the interview for admission to the CPL course during the 2023-24 academic session, as part of the selection process conducted by the Bihar Directorate of Aviation Training. However, the release of the results was delayed due to ongoing litigation related to reservation provisions. Following a court order, the final merit list was published on June 20, making him eligible for formal admission to the course. Tej Pratap's selection comes over a month after he made headlines for publicly expressing his willingness to serve the country as a pilot in the wake of Operation Sindoor. It also comes weeks after former chief minister Lalu Prasad announced his son's expulsion from the Rashtriya Janata Dal, and 'from the family', citing 'irresponsible behaviour' and actions not in line with the family's values and traditions. On May 7, as the Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor, striking terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, Tej Pratap posted on social media: 'If my pilot training can be of use to the nation, I, Tej Pratap Yadav, am always ready to serve the country. For your information, I have received pilot training, and if I lose my life for the country, I would consider myself fortunate. Jai Hind!' Along with the post, he had also shared pictures of his flight radio telephone operator's licence. Two days later, he made another post addressing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 'Honourable Prime Minister, Vande Mataram. In this situation of crisis, all countrymen are together. I, Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Shri Lalu Prasad Yadav, resident of Patna, Bihar, am also capable of fulfilling my responsibilities as an aircraft pilot. I have a strong desire to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our security forces at the border and thwart the evil intentions of our enemies. I request you to give citizens like me the opportunity to serve Mother India. If my life is lost in protecting the country and its citizens, I would consider myself fortunate.' The posts had created a flurry on social media, with many pointing out that he did not have the required qualifications to be a pilot at the time. However, it was another social media post that saw Tej Pratap expelled from not just his party, but also his family. On May 25, RJD chief Lalu Prasad said in a post on X, 'Ignoring moral values in personal life weakens our collective struggle for social justice. My eldest son's activities, public conduct, and irresponsible behaviour are not in accordance with our family values and traditions…' This came a day after a post was shared on Tej Pratap's Facebook profile that showed him with a woman. The caption claimed the two had been in a relationship for 12 years. The post was later deleted, and he claimed his social media profiles had been hacked. A day before his selection to the CPL course, on June 19, Tej Pratap posted a cryptic message on social media, hinting at personal and political betrayals and vowing to reveal the truth, saying, 'Those who mistake my silence for weakness, do not think that I am unaware of your conspiracies. You started it, I will end it. I am going to break this web of lies and deceit. Be ready, the truth will come out. My role will be decided by my beloved people and the Hon'ble Supreme Court, not by any party or family.'
Metro
10-06-2025
- Health
- Metro
7 best paying jobs in the UK without a degree
Were you one of those people who wanted to finish school and dive headfirst into the world of work? (Or, let's be honest, just didn't get the grades for higher education). It doesn't necessarily have to impact your earnings. Though it's true that people who are university educated tend to earn more, it isn't the only way to bag a successful, high-paying career. In actual fact, there are so many jobs that don't require a degree, but still pay the big bucks. (Disclaimer: all require hard work and dedication. Nothing is handed to us on a plate, remember.) Interested to find out which path you could follow? Whether you're leaving school this summer or thinking of a career change in later life, here are the 7 best-paying jobs in the UK without a degree. Average Salary in 2023: £40,041 (Source: Glassdoor and The Fitness Group ) Would you prefer to spend your spare time in the gym over studying? That's the first clue that a career in health and fitness might be for you. Though you get to avoid uni here, becoming a PT still requires some level of education. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video In the UK, you generally need to complete a Level 3 Personal Trainer course, alongside a Level 2 Gym Instructing course. The course also needs to be approved by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity). The length of the course depends on which one you take, but can be completed in as little as three weeks or up to 12 weeks. PT courses delve into the understanding of the human body, specifically exercise physiology, biomechanics, and other elements of anatomy. You'll also learn how to design personalised exercise regimes for clients based on their fitness levels, goals and needs. Average Salary in 2023: £40,000 – £81,666 ( Source – Glassdoor and The Pilot Guys. ) Calling all intrepid travellers, fancy getting to see the world as your job? If so, it's time to apply to flight school. While you don't need a degree, a huge amount of hard work is needed before you can be trusted to take people on holiday. In the UK, aspiring pilots usually follow a similar route: getting a Private Pilot Licence (PPL), obtaining a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), and then an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL). The above requires passing theory exams, completing flight training, and getting a Class 1 medical certificate. Many airlines have different schemes. For example, EasyJet offer a Multi-Crew Pilot Licence which gives you the 'ins and outs of standard operating procedures' for the airline. A lot of the training is in a simulator (which sounds SO fun), and once you graduate, you'll be a qualified Co-Pilot with easyJet with a Type Rating. The course takes 18-22 months and is 'tagged.' This means you'll be guaranteed a Co-Pilot role on an easyJet Airbus A320. However, you do have to dig deep financially, which is why the role of a pilot is a lucrative one. This particular EasyJet course costs around €100,529 (£84,823), so you'd best get saving. (Don't be disheartened, as it is possible to get a loan for pilot training in the UK.) As for British Airways, they recruit via their Pilot Pathway schemes. One of these is the Speedbird Pilot Academy Cadet programme, which provides fully-funded flight training for selected candidates. The course is full-time and takes 18-24 months. Those successful will bag a job as a British Airways Pilot. Average Salary in 2023: £46,466 – £81,666 (Source – Reed) If you fancy your feet more firmly on the ground, how about becoming a mortgage advisor? In the UK, hopefuls must complete a CeMAP (Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice), a Level 3 qualification, which is the equivalent of an A-Level. It's approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Once passed, you'll also need to register with the FCA as an 'approved person,' which shows you meet its criteria for honesty, integrity, competence, and suitability. Following this, there are multiple ways to break into the industry. Work experience via apprenticeships and trainee schemes are popular, as is employer-provided training. This is where you can earn your CeMAP on the job, as many firms offer the course as employee development. Average Salary in 2023: £24,390 (Source – Payscale) Are you more of the creative type? While traditionally, many graphic designers complete a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design or similar, it's not a dealbreaker. You can do college courses, from an A-level in Graphic Communication to a Level 2 Technical Award in Graphic Design. Or, there's the Foundation Diploma option, where you spend a year studying art and design. Failing that, there are so many online short courses available these days. These allow you to develop your skills – particularly on design software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign – in your own time. Once you've mastered the software and found your niche, it's all about building up your portfolio. Does your friend run a business and need some logos or designs developed? Offer them your services. Or, create high-quality personal projects that showcase your talents and creativity. Unfortunately, graphic design is a competitive industry, so you'll also need to spend a good amount of time networking. Keep up with industry trends, connect with other designers, and attend specific networking events. The latter especially will help you scope out potential clients to offer your services as a freelancer. Similarly, keep an eye out for salaried graphic designer vacancies. Average Salary in 2023: £35,144 – unlimited (Source – Glassdoor) OK, so you can't always guarantee this is a career. But you certainly don't need a degree. First, you need to find your niche. What are you passionate about? Why is your content different to other people's? Is it authentic? Once you've developed your brand, the next step is posting consistent and engaging content. You'll also need to engage in online conversations that align with your values as a way of connecting with your target audience. Often, people grow their followers as a side hustle while working a full-time job. Which, can often seem like you're working two full-time roles. Other times, one post can completely blow up, and you're thrown in at the deep end. Either way, once your followers increase and you achieve a genuinely active fan base, that's when you'll start to see brands reaching out to work with you. As your online presence grows (around the 150,000 followers mark), you'll likely receive more collaboration offers and brand deals. At this point, managing everything might feel a little overwhelming, which is where management comes in. Many managers consider this follower amount as a good baseline to start working with an influencer. Average Salary in 2023: £36,000 (Source – Reed) On the more traditional route, training to become an electrician can bring home the bacon without having to spend three years at uni. In the UK, there are several paths you can follow. This includes an apprenticeship, a Level 2 or 3 diploma, or a Domestic Installer course. You'll also need to obtain a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Installations. Many professionals prefer the apprenticeship route, which combines classroom education with on-the-job training. You can also train alongside qualified electricians. Either way takes around three to four years. Average Salary in 2023: £48,500 – £61,000 (Source – Reed and Glassdoor) More Trending From planes to trains, if public transport interests you, how about driving them? Plus, what better way to experience the best of the British countryside? According to the Government website, you can become a train driver by applying to a train operating company for a place on a Train Driver Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship. It takes between one and two years, and combines classroom learning and on-the-job training. View More » Alternatively, you could start as a train conductor, rail passenger assistant, or revenue officer with a train company and apply for a trainee driver position once you've gained experience in the industry. Apparently, this is one of the most common ways people become London Underground drivers. Is earning a piece of the company pie a non-negotiable in your professional life? As modern workers continue to demand more than just a salary from their bosses, an employer that sweetens the deal like this has a better chance of attracting (and keeping) talent. So, if you're on the job hunt right now, Metro has rounded up a selection of UK firms that share the wealth. 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New Indian Express
01-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
All-weather condition: DGCA says will begin new training module for pilots
NEW DELHI: To ensure enhanced safety for flyers and meet the expected demand for pilots in the future, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has decided to give the green light to an internationally recognised pilot training programme. The process of introducing Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) training with advanced flight simulators is under way. Speaking to this newspaper, the DGCA director general Faiz Ahmed Kidwai said, 'MPL, recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organisation, differs from the traditional Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) Training based on single pilot operations. This will focus on the development of pilot competencies required to operate in multi-crew environments right from the start. It will integrate theory and simulator training to ensure that pilots are better prepared for the commercial aviation industry.' The hours spent on the flight simulators would be added to the required flying hours of the pilots, he added. Loss of control in flight is reported as the leading cause of fatal accidents in airlines. 'In MPL, entry-level first officers will benefit through a specially-designed programme that imparts lessons on managing and mitigation of airline-specific operations and threats that have been collated over decades,' Kidwai said. There are over 38 simulators presently in India and a good number would be purchased for use in MPL, he added. The booming Indian aviation sector will need over 1,700 new pilots annually. 'MPL training will ensure fewer training disruptions that are caused in the traditional method due to bad flying weather and shortage of instructors,' the official said, adding that the new module would also result in a reduced reliance on foreign pilots. By switching to modern simulators, it reduces the exposure of students to the risks of serious and often fatal accidents that happen during the primary flight training phase in the traditional system, he added. Another major benefit is that because of reduced hours spent on the aircraft in MPL training, more cadets would be able to train at Flying Training Organisations, he said.
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Business Standard
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Arts, commerce students may soon be eligible for pilot training: DGCA
Students from arts and commerce backgrounds may soon be able to train as commercial pilots, following a proposal by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to end the longstanding science-only eligibility rule for pilot training. Currently, Indian regulations require students to have studied physics and maths in Class 12 to qualify for Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training. If the new rule is approved, students from all streams who have passed Class 12 would be able to pursue pilot training—subject to medical and other eligibility tests. 'The DGCA recommendation has been sent to the aviation ministry. Once they finalise it, this ministry will send it to the law ministry to notify the change. When that happens, the change will come into effect,' a senior official told The Times of India. India's unique science requirement Until the mid-1990s, even Class 10 pass students could train to be pilots. Officials noted that India is the only country that still requires science subjects for CPL training. They argue that this requirement is outdated, as basic physics and maths are already taught in earlier school years. Many arts and commerce students have had to reappear for Class 12 with physics and maths through open schools to qualify for CPL training. Flying schools see reforms on the horizon With more students expected to take up pilot training, the DGCA has started working to improve flying schools across India. Many aspiring pilots currently go abroad for CPL training due to long training durations and inadequate safety and teaching standards in Indian flying schools. DGCA chief Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, on May 16, ordered all flying schools to create and maintain detailed websites with updated information about training hours, aircraft and instructor numbers, examiners, ground school and simulator availability. This move aims to bring more transparency and help students make informed choices. Kidwai said this would make flying schools 'more competitive, safer, and student-friendly.' Pilot job challenges remain Flying schools warn that while the new eligibility proposal is promising, other issues must be addressed to make pilot training smoother. Becoming a pilot in India is still challenging, with many students taking on large loans. Senior pilots caution future aviators: 'Even after the expensive CPL training and endorsement, getting a job can take a long time. Families must factor in the financial burden and the time lag before employment. The reality is not as rosy as it seems for wannabe pilots,' they said, as quoted by The Times of India.
New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Science
- New Indian Express
DGCA seeks ministry's approval to allow students without science background to become pilots
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has decided to relax the eligibility criterion for obtaining a Commercial Pilot Licence. Class XII students who have not studied science are now eligible to get trained and apply for Commercial Pilot Licence. At present, only those with an educational background in science are allowed to opt for it. Speaking to this reporter, the Director General of DGCA, Faiz Ahmed, said, "This is the norm worldover that students of all educational backgrounds can become a pilot. We have submitted a proposal in this connection in April to the Civil Aviation Ministry. It is upto them to take a final call on the matter." Asked about the reason which prompted this relaxation, the Director General said, "Students who opt to study a professional flying course need to clear 5 to 6 papers. The training is quite technical and it is rigorous and tests them on a continuous basis." Presently, there is much Instrumentation and huge scientific advances which makes it quite easy for everyone to operate an aircraft, he added. Ministry sources confirmed that DGCA had sent a proposal to it. "No decision has been taken as of today on it," a source said.
