Air India Pilot Fails Alcohol Test in Vancouver, Removed
An Air India pilot was removed from duty at Vancouver airport after failing a pre-flight alcohol test. Canadian authorities have asked the airline to investigate the incident.
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Canada Asks Air India to Probe Pilot Alcohol Incident
Canadian authorities have formally asked Air India to investigate an incident where a pilot reported for duty under the influence of alcohol before a Toronto flight. Details inside.
Air India Pilot Fails Pre-Flight Alcohol Test in Canada
An Air India pilot was found under the influence of alcohol at Vancouver Airport, leading to his grounding. The airline has launched a probe into the serious safety breach. Read details.
Air India Pilot Drunk Before Canada Flight, Probe On
A senior Air India pilot was found intoxicated before operating a flight from Vancouver. Canadian authorities have demanded an investigation, threatening enforcement action. Details inside.
Air India Pilot Detained in Vancouver Before Flight
An Air India pilot was detained in Vancouver after failing a pre-flight alcohol test. The flight to Delhi was delayed by over 10 hours. Read the full details of the incident and its consequences.
Air India Pilot Grounded Over Fitness Before Vancouver Flight
An Air India pilot was removed from duty just before operating a flight from Vancouver to Delhi due to health concerns. The airline ensured passenger safety with a replacement crew.
Cigarettes, Tobacco Costlier from Feb 1 After Excise Duty Hike
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
Cigarette, Gutkha Prices to Rise After Govt Excise Duty Hike
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Tata Steel Rallies 8% on Govt's Steel Duty Extension
Tata Steel shares continue their rally, gaining 1.2% to hit a one-month high after India extends safeguard duties on steel imports for three years. Discover the impact on the sector and future demand outlook.
Air India Pilot Detained in Canada for 'Fitness' Issue
An Air India pilot was taken off duty and detained at a Canadian airport after failing a pre-flight breath analyser test. The airline confirmed concerns over his 'fitness for duty'. Read the full details.
Air India Pilot Fails Breath Test in Vancouver, Flight Delayed
An Air India pilot was detained in Vancouver before a Delhi flight for suspected alcohol consumption. The incident caused a two-hour delay. Air India has launched an investigation and taken the pilot off duty. Read the full details.
Centre Raises Excise Duty on Cigarettes from Feb 1
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
India imposes 3-year steel import duty to curb cheap shipments
India imposes 11-12% safeguard duty on select steel imports for three years to protect domestic industry from cheap shipments, primarily from China. Read the full details.
Pilot's $458K Pay Stub Sparks Online Debate
A viral pay stub shows an American Airlines captain earned $458,000 in a year. Discover how pilot salaries work, the factors behind high pay, and the intense online debate it ignited.
Air India Express pilot arrested, gets bail in IGI assault case
An off-duty Air India Express pilot, Captain Virendra Sejwal, was arrested and later granted bail in an assault case at Delhi's IGI Airport. Read the full details of the incident and investigation.
Air India Express Pilot Arrested in IGI Airport Assault Case
An Air India Express pilot was arrested and later released on bail for allegedly assaulting a colleague at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025.
Air India Express Pilot Arrested for Hitting Passenger
Delhi Police arrested Captain Virendra Sejwal after he was accused of assaulting a passenger. The pilot had earlier joined the investigation. Read the full details.
Air India Express Pilot Arrested for Hitting Passenger
An Air India Express pilot was arrested after allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident, involving Captain Manoj Subramanyam, has sparked a police case and airline action.
Air India, IndiGo in fierce pilot hiring war
New flight safety rules trigger a fierce battle for captains between IndiGo and Air India. With resignations soaring and joining bonuses hitting ₹50 lakh, the race to secure pilots intensifies. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo hikes pilot allowances, adds tail swap pay from Jan 1
IndiGo announces increased allowances for pilots, including a new tail swap payment, effective January 1. Pilots see it as a small but positive step towards addressing fatigue concerns. Read more.
IndiGo hikes pilot allowances after mass cancellations
IndiGo announces increased pilot allowances from January 1 to boost morale, following mass flight cancellations and foreign airline poaching threats. Read the full details.
American Airlines Pilot's Salary Sparks Viral Envy Online
An American Airlines pilot's monthly earnings have gone viral, sparking widespread envy and debate. Discover the details and how it compares globally.
Pilot's $457K Salary Sparks Career Change Debate Online
A Reddit post revealing an American Airlines pilot's $457,000 annual salary has gone viral, making netizens question their careers. Discover the details and what it takes to become a pilot.
Pilot's Salary Post on Reddit Leaves Netizens Stunned
An American Airlines pilot shared their pay statement online, revealing a hefty salary and sparking a debate on pilot compensation. Is it enough for the responsibility? Read more.
Paragliding Pilot Saves Tourists, Sacrifices Life in Himachal
A heroic paragliding pilot in Himachal's Bir Billing sacrificed his life to save two tourists during a crash. Read about his final act of courage and the community's response.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Pilot-Passenger Scuffle at Delhi Airport: CCTV Footage Scrutinised
Delhi Police examine CCTV footage & medical report confirming assault on passenger by an Air India Express pilot at IGI Airport. Details of the December 19 altercation revealed.
China Launches WTO Dispute Against India on Trade Duties
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
Air India Express Pilot Booked for Assaulting Passenger
An Air India Express pilot is under investigation after an FIR was filed for allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on April 14. Read the full details.
India Denies Duty Cuts for NZ on Key Agri Items
India rejects New Zealand's request for duty concessions on dairy, vegetables, sugar, and metals. The move protects domestic sectors as both nations review their trade agreement. Read the full analysis.
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