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  Indian airlines to operate 58 more flights today to evacuate citizens amid West Asia conflict: Govt

  India | March 04, 2026 0:36 IST

  The ministry added that airlines are making “calibrated adjustments” to schedules, using alternative routes to avoid restricted airspace and ensure safe travel for passengers.

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  Travel advisory for March 2: Air India, IndiGo cancel flights to Middle East amid Iran conflict

  India | March 02, 2026 4:58 IST

  Air India, IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air and SpiceJet have suspended their operations to the Middle East. Aviation regulator DGCA is closely coordinating with airlines to ensure full compliance with safety and operational regulations.

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  Air India suspends more flights amid Middle East tensions, prioritising passenger safety

  India | March 01, 2026 12:28 IST

  Amid Middle East tensions, Air India has cancelled more flights for March 1, 2026, prioritising passenger safety and assisting affected travellers with rebooking and alternative arrangements.

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  Air India cancels all New York-Newark flights amid monster East Coast blizzard warning

  Business | February 22, 2026 23:51 IST

  Weather updates: The National Weather Service has issued urgent blizzard warnings spanning Maryland to Massachusetts, blanketing New York City, Long Island, Boston and surrounding areas.

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  Air India hit with Rs 1 crore fine for operating aircraft without valid certificate

  India | February 13, 2026 21:17 IST

  The DGCA has imposed a Rs 1 crore fine on Air India for operating an Airbus A320neo aircraft on eight routes without a valid airworthiness review certificate. The airline said it has addressed the identified gaps.

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  Air India says no issues found in inspection of Boeing 787 planes' fuel control switches

  India | February 04, 2026 20:06 IST

  An Air India pilot reported a defect in the fuel control switch of a Boeing 787 8 aircraft after operating a flight from London Heathrow to Bengaluru, following which the aircraft was grounded for detailed inspections.

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  Air India fuel switch cutoff scare: DGCA reveals probe findings after London-Bengaluru flight glitch

  India | February 03, 2026 23:57 IST

  Air India has said there was no malfunction in the fuel control switches of a Boeing 787 8 Dreamliner that was grounded after a pilot reported an issue on the London to Bengaluru AI 132 flight. The DGCA noted that inspections found both fuel switches functioning normally and within safety limits.

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  Air India, IndiGo aircraft wings collide at Mumbai Airport while passengers were onboard

  Maharashtra | February 03, 2026 23:13 IST

  The incident occurred between Air India flight AI 2732, which was pushing back for its departure to Coimbatore, and IndiGo flight 6E 791, which was taxiing after arriving from Hyderabad.

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  Air India begins inspection of fuel control switches of Boeing 787 fleet

  India | February 03, 2026 14:42 IST

  Air India had inspected the fuel control switches last year after the fatal crash of a Boeing 787-8 plane in Ahmedabad that killed 260 people.

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  Air India grounds London-Bengaluru Dreamliner flight after possible fuel switch issue

  Karnataka | February 02, 2026 23:52 IST

  An Air India official said that no issues were found following a thorough checkup, adding that it has informed the DGCA about the situation. The airline also asserted that the safety of the passengers is Air India's main priority.

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  Air India cancels flights to New York and Newark on January 25-26 due to winter storm

  India | January 24, 2026 19:50 IST

  According to Air India, the storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall to New York, New Jersey, and surrounding areas from early Sunday morning through Monday. The airline said this could significantly affect flight operations.

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  'Packed with Indians' row: Japanese YouTuber Ikechan faces massive backlash over Air India vlog

  Trending | January 19, 2026 18:20 IST

  The backlash intensified after users pointed out that the original thumbnail appeared to reference last year’s Air India plane crash. Many said the image and caption were insensitive and hurtful.

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  Air India aircraft suffers damage at Delhi Airport after engine sucks in baggage container | VIDEO

  India | January 15, 2026 17:11 IST

  The Airbus aircraft has been grounded for detailed inspections and necessary repairs. The airline warned that the incident may lead to disruptions on some A350 routes.

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  Air India Delhi-Singapore flight returns back after fire alert, 190 passengers shifted to new plane

  India | January 15, 2026 14:53 IST

  An Air India Delhi-Singapore flight carrying about 190 passengers returned shortly after takeoff due to an APU fire alert. The aircraft landed safely, and passengers were sent onward in another aircraft. Air India expressed regret over the disruption while ensuring passenger safety and assistance.

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  Air India plane crash probe: Pilots' body slams summons to captain Sumeet Sabharwal's relative

  India | January 15, 2026 13:47 IST

  Air India Flight 171 plummeted seconds after departing Ahmedabad for London Gatwick, crashing into a medical college hostel and claiming 260 lives: all 12 crew members, 229 of 230 passengers, and 19 people on the ground.

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  Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet issue travel advisories after Iran airspace closure amid protests

  India | January 15, 2026 9:18 IST

  Iran's sudden closure of its airspace disrupted international operations of Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet, forcing delays, rerouting and cancellations. The move comes amid intense protests in Iran and growing tensions with the United States.

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  Congress MP Karti Chidambaram demands probe update on deadly Air India 171 crash in Ahmedabad

  India | January 05, 2026 23:35 IST

  June 12 in 2025 saw Air India's Boeing 787-8 Flight AI171, bound for London's Gatwick, nosedive into an Ahmedabad medical hostel moments after takeoff- killing 265, including all 241 aboard. Victims spanned 169 Indians, 52 Britons, 7 Portuguese, 1 Canadian, and 12 crew.

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  Tata Group reportedly plans to replace Air India CEO Campbell Wilson, here's what we know so far

  Business | January 05, 2026 17:39 IST

  Tata Group-owned Air India said that the first two Boeing 787-8s from its legacy fleet, with a full interior refit, will re-enter service in February.

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  Air India pilot found under alcohol's influence at Vancouver airport; Canada seeks probe

  World | January 02, 2026 8:44 IST

  The pilot, identified as Captain Saurabh Kumar, had failed the breathalyser test and he has been taken off flying duties during the process of enquiry. In a statement, Air India apologised to the passengers for the delay and said it is fully cooperating with the local authorities.

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  Yearender 2025: From Mahakumbh to Operation Sindoor, tracing India's major events

  India | December 23, 2025 15:38 IST

  2025 in India was a year of grand celebrations, sports triumphs, political shifts, and moments of tragedy.