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AI171 crash anniversary: AAIB cites ‘significant progress’ but gives no timeline for final report

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau marks the first anniversary of the Air India Ahmedabad crash, highlighting significant progress in the…

Updated: June 12, 2026 19:42 IST

‘Airport entry in 5 seconds’: Digi Yatra set to reach 27 more airports after 10 crore journeys

According to the ministry, the Digi Yatra app has registered more than 2.4 crore downloads across Android and iOS platforms,…

Updated: May 31, 2026 08:30 IST

One year after AI 171 crash, key questions remain unanswered as probe continues

Air India Dreamliner crash probe in ‘last stage’: Aviation Minister says report due in one month

Naidu also said the investigation is in its final stages. However, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is conducting the…

May 8, 2026 15:01 IST

Indian airlines face fresh turbulence as ATF prices soar; warns of possible shut down in letter to Centre

According to FIA, volatility in ATF pricing has disrupted both domestic and international operations, making route planning increasingly difficult.

April 28, 2026 16:11 IST

Centre cuts airport charges by 25% to ease airline cost pressures

Following the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) directive, the Airport Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has mandated a 25% reduction from…

Updated: April 9, 2026 07:47 IST

Screams, crying, prayers: Video captures panic inside Hyderabad-Hubaballi flight as it circles airport for 4 hours

Why has govt paused directive to offer 60% flight seats without extra charges?

The decision also comes amid a widening war in the Middle East that sent jet fuel prices and insurance costs…

April 3, 2026 07:07 IST

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Aviation stocks rally: IndiGo surges 9%, Dreamfolks spikes 13% on ATF hike clarification

Aviation stocks surged sharply after clarity on jet fuel prices eased cost fears. IndiGo led gains, while broader airline counters…

Updated: April 1, 2026 12:48 IST

Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet on 60% rule: ‘All passengers… will end up paying higher fares’

The Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), which represents the three carriers, has appealed to the Civil Ministry to withdraw the…

Updated: March 21, 2026 15:23 IST

Ajit Pawar Crash Update: Flight Recorders Damaged by "Intense Heat"; Data Retrieval Moves to U.S. Experts

MoCA says both flight recorders of the Ajit Pawar plane crash were damaged due to heat

The Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed on Tuesday that both flight recorders from the Learjet 45 crash that killed Maharashtra…

February 17, 2026 19:00 IST

Bhogapuram airport clears validation flight: When operations begin at India’s second greenfield airport

Bhogapuram Airport is the country’s second greenfield airport after the recently-inaugurated Navi Mumbai airport. As per officials, the airport can…

January 4, 2026 18:11 IST

Aircraft acquisition, funding delays stall Alhind Air launch

Capital constraints, not aircraft supply, remain the key obstacle to Alhind Air’s take-off.

December 30, 2025 17:59 IST

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IndiGo crisis: DGCA panel submits confidential report to Civil Aviation ministry

India’s largest airline came under intense pressure due to crew shortages and schedule imbalances, leading to massive last-minute flight cancellations.

Updated: December 27, 2025 00:53 IST

IndiGo to offer Rs 10,000 ‘Gesture of Care’ vouchers to stranded passengers from Dec 26 - Here’s all you need to know

IndiGo extends Rs 10,000 vouchers to ‘severely impacted, heavily stranded’ passengers – Find out if you’re eligible

Additionally, the airline has said that if any customer has not been contacted for any reason, a dedicated website will…

December 22, 2025 07:19 IST

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Govt has exclusive powers to cap airfares but regulation not long-term fix: Aviation minister

The minister noted that the pressing challenge lies in the non-availability of aircraft.

December 12, 2025 23:06 IST

IndiGo chaos at Mumbai airport: 2.66 lakh passengers delayed as over 40,000 flights cancelled between Dec 1-8

IndiGo flight status: Crisis hit over 40,000 passengers at Mumbai airport between Dec 1-8, 905 flights cancelled

The impact on travellers was huge. Data shows that 40,789 passengers were affected by cancellations and 2,66,567 by delayed departures…

December 10, 2025 08:58 IST

IndiGo Crisis: Naidu says ‘no airline above law’, over Rs 750 crore refunds already disbursed

Naidu also said that the government is encouraging more airlines to begin their operations in India.

Updated: December 9, 2025 14:56 IST

IndiGo crisis: Aviation minister vows ‘strict’ action to set an example

The minister reiterated that passenger rights remain paramount, and the government will continue monitoring fare caps, operational compliance, and safety…

December 9, 2025 01:42 IST