India to have more international flights, government makes this BIG change for airlines
The government has allowed the airlines to wet/damp lease wide-body aircraft, which will eventually help the airlines ferry more passengers and eventually become a international air traffic hub.
Nov 28, 2022, 11:09 AM IST
Domestic carriers may need Rs 350 bn capital in 3-4 years: Report
These funds would help bring down the high debt-levels in the airline industry, Icra said in a note.
Nov 30, 2018, 12:42 PM IST
Indian flights take Pakistan, Iran route to reach Qatar
Passengers flying on Indian carriers to Qatar will face increased travel hours.
Jun 07, 2017, 00:15 AM IST
Air India expects surge in demand post gadgets ban on flights from Muslim nations
The ban by the US and the UK on carrying certain electronic gadgets in cabin baggage on flights from some Islamic countries may come as a boon for national carrier Air India.
Mar 22, 2017, 22:23 PM IST
More compensation for flight delays, lost baggage: How air travellers will benefit
The Bill seeks to empower the central government to revise the limits of liability for airlines and compensation as per the Montreal Convention.
Mar 12, 2016, 13:26 PM IST
Good news for air travellers! Parliament passes bill to hike compensation in case of death, injury, lost baggage
Once the bill gets the nod of the President and becomes an Act, the law would require Indian carriers to pay compensation amount that is equivalent to the rates paid by their global counterparts.
Mar 12, 2016, 10:27 AM IST
Now, handcuffs for domestic airlines to restrain unruly flyers
Indian carriers will now start carrying plastic handcuffs, called arresters, to restrain unruly passengers.
Jan 28, 2016, 09:43 AM IST
Domestic air traffic grows by 14% in September
The seat occupancy across airlines, however, clocked lower than August 2015 due to the end of tourists season, DGCA said.
Oct 20, 2015, 19:49 PM IST
Abolish international flying norms for domestic airlines:CAPA
At present, an Indian carriers is allowed to fly overseas only when it has completed five years of domestic operations and have a minimum of 20 aircraft fleet.
Aug 28, 2015, 19:23 PM IST
India's aviation safety rating upgraded by US regulator
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has upgraded India's aviation safety rating, paving the way for the domestic airlines to expand in the US skies.
Apr 08, 2015, 11:51 AM IST
Spicejet announces another round of promotional fare at Rs 699
The sale is applicable for bookings made between 29th September 2014 and 1st October 2014.
Sep 29, 2014, 11:27 AM IST
SpiceJet starts promotional travel scheme at Rs 699
The airline said the sale is for travel between Jan 16-Oct 24, 2015.
Sep 16, 2014, 13:34 PM IST
SpiceJet announces tickets for Rs 599, Rs 1999 till Sept 10
SpiceJet on Saturday launched two new slabs of competitive basic airfare rates, as other Indian carriers extended dates for booking low cost tickets over the past few days.
Sep 06, 2014, 18:41 PM IST
