Civil Aviation Minister's post raised hopes for new airlines, but a closer look reveals only FlyExpress got a December NOC. Shankh Air and Alhind Air cleared earlier. Analysis shows financial and legal hurdles for these startups.
Direct air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan restarts after a 10-year gap. Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Pakistan International Airlines will operate weekly flights, boosting trade and people-to-people ties.
IndiGo begins inducting Airbus A321 XLR jets, replacing damp-leased Turkish Boeing 777s on Delhi/Mumbai-Istanbul routes. DGCA denied lease extensions amid diplomatic tensions. Read more.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines resumes direct Dhaka-Karachi flights from Jan 29, ending a decade-long gap. The move aims to boost travel, trade, and ties between Bangladesh and Pakistan. Read more.
Google scientist Peyman Milanfar's viral post about a disappointing first-class meal on United Airlines ignites a debate on premium air travel standards. Read the full story and see how Indian airlines responded.
India plans a multi-pronged strategy to boost international flights from new mega airports. With 106 new aircraft joining the fleet this year and 100+ annually for 15 years, the focus is on direct global hub connectivity. Details inside.
BCCI introduces neutral umpires, points system revamp & video analysts for Ranji Trophy 2024-25 to elevate domestic cricket standards. Discover the full plan here.
Mohali police crack murder of ex-Punjab AAG's wife, Ashok Goyal. Domestic help of 8 years, Neeraj, orchestrated robbery & strangulation. 40 tolas gold, Rs 8.5 lakh stolen. Read details.
Nagpur airport sees flight cancellations exceed its daily operational schedule in a month. Fog in Delhi and pilot roster issues cause major disruptions. Read the full report.
IndiGo Airlines launches new Vadodara-Navi Mumbai flight, boosting connectivity. Inaugural flight sees strong passenger response. Details on schedule and economic impact inside.
Shankh Airlines, led by entrepreneur Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma, will begin operations in Jan 2024 with 3 Airbus jets, targeting affordable fares for middle-class flyers from Lucknow.
Shankh Airlines targets mid-January launch with 3 Airbus aircraft, connecting Lucknow to metros and UP cities. Founder aims to make flying affordable for the middle class. Read more.
Ace your UPSC Mains with this week's GS Paper 3 practice. Dive deep into questions on India's domestic aviation market dominated by a few carriers and the strategic importance of the Siliguri Corridor for national security. Essential insights for IAS aspi
A domestic dispute turned fatal in Hisar's Bhatla village as Rakesh (30) allegedly killed wife Seema (28) before hanging himself. The couple, married since 2019, leaves behind two daughters. Police investigation ongoing.
A Swiss International Air Lines flight from Zurich to Mumbai safely landed after pilots reported a cabin pressurisation malfunction. Read the full details of the incident.
IndiGo's dominance in India's domestic aviation market weakened in November 2025, with its share falling to 63.6%. Rivals Air India Group and SpiceJet gained, while overall passenger traffic grew by 6.92%. Read the full DGCA report analysis.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) sold to Arif Habib consortium. Can it replicate Air India's success? Key challenges include debt, ageing fleet, and staff restructuring.
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, AlHind Air, and FlyExpress to boost competition and regional connectivity. Discover the Kerala-based AlHind Air's ambitious plans.
Three new airlines got NOCs, but experts say structural barriers and high costs will prevent them from challenging IndiGo and Air India's 90% market share. Read the full analysis.
India's aviation ministry grants NOC to three new airlines - Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress. This move aims to enhance regional air connectivity across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Read more.
DGCA grants Air Operator Certificates to Fly91 and Air India Express's AIX Connect after reviewing IndiGo's fog-related chaos. Read about the new aviation players.
The Indian government has granted initial approval to two new airlines, Al-Hind Air and FlyExpress, boosting aviation competition and connectivity. Read the full details here.
India's aviation sector expands as the government grants NOC to three new airlines, including a Ratan Tata-backed venture. Discover the new players and what this means for flyers.
India's aviation sector expands as Al Hind Air and FlyExpress receive NOCs. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirms the developments. Read the latest updates here.
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress to increase competition. The move follows recent flight disruptions, aiming to lower costs and offer more choices to flyers.
DGCA mandates IndiGo to return all wet-leased planes from Turkey by March 2026. No further extensions granted for Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines after February. Details inside.
Air India suspends direct San Francisco flights from Bengaluru and Mumbai from March 1 due to operational challenges. Passengers face uncertainty; airline offers rebooking or refunds. Details inside.
Saudi Arabia mandates all employers to pay domestic workers via official channels from Jan 1, 2026, ensuring transparency and timely payments. Learn how this protects workers' rights.
Chennai consumer court holds Emirates & United Airlines liable for lost baggage, orders ₹5 lakh compensation to an orthopaedic surgeon. Details on the landmark ruling inside.
Pakistan extends airspace closure for Indian airlines till January 24, forcing 800 weekly flights on longer routes. India set to reciprocate, escalating 9-month aviation standoff. Read full analysis.