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  Jet fuel price surge hits airlines hard as IndiGo, Air India hike fares to tackle soaring costs

  Business | April 10, 2026 23:49 IST

  Global aviation is facing massive turbulence as jet fuel prices skyrocket due to heightened geopolitical tensions. Airlines such as IndiGo, Air India and several global carriers have introduced fare hikes, fuel surcharges and operational cuts to manage rising costs.

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  Bengaluru-bound Air India flight returns to Mumbai due to technical issue

  Maharashtra | April 09, 2026 23:50 IST

  The airline expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to passengers, adding that ground teams at Mumbai airport provided immediate assistance and arranged an alternative aircraft to operate the flight.

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  "Time is right for me to...": Here's why Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has resigned

  Business | April 07, 2026 15:34 IST

  According to the information shared by the airline, Wilson, in a letter, said that he feels the time is right for him to hand over the reins for the next phase of Air India’s rise.

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  Air India revises fuel surcharge, ticket prices to get costlier - Here's how much you will pay extra

  Business | April 07, 2026 14:20 IST

  Air India has removed the flat rate for domestic flights and implemented a new surcharge system based on distance. This change comes after the government capped ATF prices at a maximum of 25 per cent.

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  Air India CEO Campbell Wilson resigns amid mounting losses: Report

  India | April 07, 2026 8:45 IST

  Wilson took over as CEO and Managing Director of Air India in 2022, bringing with him more than 30 years of experience in the aviation industry.

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  Air India issues continue: After wrong plane to Canada, Delhi-bound flight makes emergency landing

  India | March 31, 2026 22:18 IST

  Air India flight IX1523 was diverted to Lucknow on Monday evening after the pilot issued a “Mayday” call, an internationally recognised distress signal used in life-threatening situations.

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  DGCA orders airlines to offer 60% seats on flights 'free of charge' from April 20

  India | March 30, 2026 11:26 IST

  The new rules also focus on passenger convenience. Airlines have been advised to ensure that people travelling on the same booking, known as a PNR, are seated together as far as possible.

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  Air India ramps up West Asia operations with 22 flights today as demand spikes across key routes

  India | March 27, 2026 7:20 IST

  Air India and Air India Express have confirmed 22 scheduled and non-scheduled flights across West Asia for March 27, operating key routes to Jeddah, Riyadh and Muscat. Additional ad hoc UAE services have been planned to meet demand.

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  Air India London-bound flight returns to Delhi after technical snag; second such incident in a month

  India | March 26, 2026 15:25 IST

  Earlier this month, on March 15, this aircraft experienced a similar issue while operating a flight from New York to Delhi. On that occasion, the plane was diverted to Shannon in Ireland.

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  Air India Group scales up West Asia operations, to operate over two dozen flights today | Details

  India | March 24, 2026 8:50 IST

  Air India Group has announced 24 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to West Asia even as several Gulf routes remain suspended due to operational constraints. Regular services continue to Jeddah and Muscat, while ad hoc flights are being added for UAE sectors.

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  Air India introduces new fitness policy for cabin crew, BMI standards linked to rosters and pay

  India | March 22, 2026 9:24 IST

  Crew members categorised as underweight or overweight will need to undergo a functional assessment. Those who fail the assessment will not be allowed to operate flights until they meet the required standards.

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  Air India cancels 2,500 flights to West Asia amid Iran conflict, operates only 30% normal schedule

  India | March 22, 2026 8:18 IST

  Wilson said that the disruptions are beginning to have a financial impact on the airline. Jet fuel prices have more than doubled, and the airline has introduced a fuel surcharge on new tickets to partly offset rising costs.

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  Air India's Vancouver-bound plane returned to Delhi due to operational issue, aircraft lands safely

  India | March 21, 2026 11:49 IST

  The flight was operated with Boeing 777-200 LR aircraft VT-AEI and was airborne for over seven hours. The plane turned back to Delhi when it was in the Chinese airspace, according to information available on the flight tracking website Flightradar24.com.

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  Air India brings festive meals for Eid, Navratri and Gudi Padwa across flights and lounges

  Travel | March 20, 2026 14:40 IST

  Air India has introduced festive menus across its flights and lounges, featuring dishes for Eid, Navratri, and Gudi Padwa. From Sheer Khurma onboard to special thalis and desserts in lounges, the airline is adding cultural flavours to travel.

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  Air India cancels all Dubai flights after fire breaks out at airport due to drone strike

  India | March 16, 2026 12:15 IST

  Air India and Air India Express cancelled all flights to Dubai after operations at Dubai International Airport were suspended due to a fire following an Iranian missile strike near the facility. The airlines offered free rebooking and refunds to affected passengers.

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  Air India ramps up Middle East operations with 48 flights scheduled today amid ongoing conflict

  India | March 16, 2026 6:48 IST

  Air India and Air India Express will operate over 40 flights to the Middle East on Monday despite widespread airspace restrictions caused by escalating regional tensions. With diversions via Egypt increasing flight durations, DGCA has also temporarily relaxed duty-time limits for long-haul pilots.

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  Akasa Air joins IndiGo, Air India in raising air fares, surcharge upto Rs 1,300 to be levied on flig

  India | March 14, 2026 15:31 IST

  Akasa Air said the fyuel surcharge will range from Rs 199 to Rs 1,300 on domestic and international routes and will be applied per sector, depending on the duration of the flight.

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  Air India Express flight faces nose-wheel glitch at Phuket Airport, runway shut temporarily

  World | March 11, 2026 14:09 IST

  An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket faced a nose-wheel malfunction upon landing, causing Phuket Airport to temporarily suspend operations. The Boeing 737-MAX 8 aircraft remained stuck on the runway, prompting safety protocols and passenger deplaning.

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  Air India, AI Express to operate 58 flights to and from West Asia from today amid ongoing war

  India | March 11, 2026 9:44 IST

  Air India and Air India Express will jointly operate 58 flights to West Asia from Wednesday, including scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat and 36 additional non-scheduled flights to the UAE. The move comes as the regional conflict disrupts airspaces across the Gulf.

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  Air India to raise fares with new fuel surcharge amid West Asia crisis

  India | March 10, 2026 22:19 IST

  Air India said it will levy a surcharge of Rs 399 on domestic flight tickets starting March 12. Fuel surcharges on international flight tickets will also be increased.