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Air India has introduced a basic fare category on select domestic routes that does not include complimentary meals. The airline said the optional fare is aimed at price-conscious travellers and is being tested on a pilot basis before a final decision

Air New Zealand is assessing the feasibility of launching direct flights to India, CEO Nikhil Ravishankar said. The airline sees growing opportunities following the India–New Zealand free trade agreement and is working with Air India and Singapore Airlines to strengthen connectivity

The DGCA is investigating damage to three parked Air India aircraft at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after ground support equipment struck them during sudden strong winds and rain. All affected A320 planes have been grounded for inspection and repairs

Probe has been launched after three Air India aircraft were damaged at Indira Gandhi International Airport when ground equipment was displaced by sudden heavy rain and winds. Aircraft were grounded for inspection as authorities review airport safety and weather response

IndiGo will reduce domestic flight capacity by 5-7 per cent between June and August 2026 amid weaker travel demand and rising operational costs. The airline has also cut international capacity, while a smoke scare involving an IndiGo flight was reported in Bengaluru

Air India said it was arranging alternative flights for passengers and providing assistance, including refreshments, hotel accommodation and rescheduling options

Air India operates around 4,400 weekly flights. Out of them, about 3,600 are domestic, and 800 are international services

Chief executives of Air India, Tata Digital and Tata Electronics — key group bets facing mounting losses — made presentations; Chandrasekaran’s reappointment may be discussed on June 12.

An Air India flight from Bengaluru to Delhi experienced an engine fire alert during landing at Delhi airport on Thursday. The crew declared a full emergency but landed safely, with all passengers and crew disembarking without harm.

An Air India flight AI2651 suffered a tail strike while landing at Bengaluru airport, prompting grounding and cancellation of the return service. All 179 passengers and crew were safe, and the aircraft will undergo detailed inspection as per aviation safety protocols

Air India has suspended several international flights for three months from June due to rising jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis. The airline has also intensified cost-control measures and employee compliance actions amid mounting financial and operational pressure

Air India will suspend and reduce several international flights from June for three months due to soaring jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis. The Tata Group airline is also tightening cost controls, cutting expenses, and enforcing stricter compliance amid mounting financial losses

Air India terminated over 1,000 employees in three years for ethical violations, including misuse of staff travel benefits and baggage irregularities, CEO Campbell Wilson said. The airline is also implementing cost-cutting measures amid mounting financial losses

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson urged employees to cut discretionary spending and defer non-critical costs amid financial pressures from global conflicts and rising fuel prices. The airline ruled out layoffs while adjusting pay timelines under its ongoing transformation plan

Air India board has reportedly discussed cost-cutting measures, including furloughs and bonus deferments, amid rising losses and operational pressures linked to West Asia tensions and higher fuel prices. The airline is also reviewing leadership transition and long-term financial restructuring plans.

The UAE has resumed normal air navigation operations, leading to increased flights between the UAE and India. The Ministry of External Affairs said flight services across parts of the Middle East are improving while Indian missions continue assisting citizens amid evolving regional conditions

Indian airlines including Air India, Air India Express and IndiGo will resume operations at Hamad International Airport from May 1 after disruptions caused by regional conflict. The move signals gradual normalisation of air connectivity as Qatar reopens its airspace to commercial traffic

Air India plans to introduce a performance-linked stock option scheme to boost productivity and retain talent. The Tata Group aims to align employee performance with growth as part of efforts to turn around the loss-making airline

Campbell Wilson has been under fire since June 12 last year following the crash of London-bound flight shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, which killed 241 of the 242 people on board. He has also faced criticism over regulatory lapses

Air India has revised fuel surcharges for domestic and international flights due to rising jet fuel prices. Domestic fares will follow a distance-based structure, while international routes see steeper hikes, reflecting global fuel cost pressures on airlines