News for 'Air Canada'

Pilots Killed As Air Canada Jet Hits Fire Truck

Pilots Killed As Air Canada Jet Hits Fire Truck

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

An Air Canada Express flight collided with a fire truck while landing at New York's LaGuardia airport late on Sunday night, killing the pilot and co-pilot and injuring at least 13 people, including firefighters.

2 killed after Air Canada plane, firetruck collide at New York's LaGuardia airport

2 killed after Air Canada plane, firetruck collide at New York's LaGuardia airport

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

An Air Canada plane collided with a ground vehicle at La Guardia Airport, resulting in a ground stop and significant flight disruptions, impacting travel plans for countless passengers.

Cricket Canada Under ICC Investigation for Anti-Corruption Breach

Cricket Canada Under ICC Investigation for Anti-Corruption Breach

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The ICC is investigating Cricket Canada for alleged breaches of its anti-corruption code, including scrutiny of a T20 World Cup match against New Zealand, following allegations highlighted in a recent documentary.

Canada Police: No clandestine activities linked to India

Canada Police: No clandestine activities linked to India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Canada's police chief states there is no current evidence of clandestine activities or transnational repression linked to the Indian government within Canada, amidst improving diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Air India blunder: 'Wrong' plane, 7-hour in air and U-turn

Air India blunder: 'Wrong' plane, 7-hour in air and U-turn

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

An Air India flight bound for Vancouver returned to Delhi after being airborne for seven hours due to an aircraft approval error. The Boeing 777-200 LR was not approved for the route, leading to the flight's return and subsequent rescheduling.

Canada flags Air India, alerts DGCA over pilot issue

Canada flags Air India, alerts DGCA over pilot issue

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

An investigation into the matter is currently ongoing, and police have stated that no further details will be released at this stage.

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly running a sophisticated cyber fraud operation, duping people with fake discounted air tickets across multiple cities. Police recovered a substantial amount of cash and luxury items from the accused.

Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The broader conflict in West Asia, the largest international market for Indian carriers, has forced a sharp reduction in daily flights relative to the summer schedule.

FIFA under fire as 2026 World Cup heat risk grows

FIFA under fire as 2026 World Cup heat risk grows

Rediff.com3 days ago

Football's global players' union has renewed concerns about the potential impact of heat on the 2026 World Cup, following a scientific analysis indicating a high likelihood of dangerous temperatures for both players and fans.

FIFA To Offer Reassurance To Iran Over World Cup Participation

FIFA To Offer Reassurance To Iran Over World Cup Participation

Rediff.com1 days ago

FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom will meet Iranian FA officials in Istanbul to offer reassurance over Iran's participation in the World Cup, amidst concerns raised by recent geopolitical tensions and visa issues.

Thousands Rally For Iran's World Cup Team Amid Visa Concerns

Thousands Rally For Iran's World Cup Team Amid Visa Concerns

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iran hosted a large send-off rally for its World Cup team in Tehran, despite ongoing concerns about visa issues for entry into the United States, where the team is scheduled to play its group matches.

FIFA World Cup on the brink: India, China yet to secure broadcast deal

FIFA World Cup on the brink: India, China yet to secure broadcast deal

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Millions of soccer fans in the world's two most populous nations may not be able to watch the World Cup that starts next month, due to a deadlock over broadcast rights in India and no official decision in China.

AI probe may summon Air Canada

AI probe may summon Air Canada

Rediff.com31 May 2007

"The Canadian airline is one of oldest and largest in the world, and it is Air Canada's duty to co-operate with the inquiry," Justice Major said on Wednesday.

Etihad Airways, Air Canada ink codeshare pact

Etihad Airways, Air Canada ink codeshare pact

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

This will enhance business and leisure travel between the UAE and Canada and feed passengers onto each other's flight networks.

Air India signs code-sharing agreement with Air Canada

Air India signs code-sharing agreement with Air Canada

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

The company expects four to five per cent revenue growth from Star Alliance membership.

'Root Causes Of Infertility Remain Overlooked'

'Root Causes Of Infertility Remain Overlooked'

Rediff.com1 May 2026

'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'

Will Iran pull out of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US, Canada, Mexico?

Will Iran pull out of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US, Canada, Mexico?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Iran's participation in this year's World Cup has been called into question after co-hosts the United States launched joint air strikes at the country along with Israel at the weekend.

Air Canada files for bankruptcy protection

Air Canada files for bankruptcy protection

Rediff.com2 Apr 2003

Air Canada, the country's biggest airline, filed for bankruptcy protection before a Toronto court on Tuesday, according to court documents.\n\n\n\n

10 Airports Passengers Love The Most

10 Airports Passengers Love The Most

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

SKYTRAX's annual airport rankings for 2026, based on a global passenger poll, placed four Indian gateways within the top 100. Delhi moved up to 28th and led the India-South Asia region, while Hyderabad climbed to 43rd and earned praise for staff service. Goa and Mumbai improved to 64th and 66th respectively.

Football games postponed in Mexico after cartel leader's death sparks violence

Football games postponed in Mexico after cartel leader's death sparks violence

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Several soccer games in Mexico were postponed due to violence following a military operation and the reported death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, alias "El Mencho."

Drug lord El Mencho's murder: FIFA monitoring World Cup host city

Drug lord El Mencho's murder: FIFA monitoring World Cup host city

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Guadalajara violence postpones matches, FIFA monitoring World Cup host city

AI probe: No-fly list worries Air Canada

AI probe: No-fly list worries Air Canada

Rediff.com15 Jun 2007

The Canadian version of the list will be in place starting next Monday and it will be airline staff who have the task of cross-checking passengers with names of suspected terrorists or their supporters on the list.

Iran drop star striker Azmoun before World Cup warm-ups

Iran drop star striker Azmoun before World Cup warm-ups

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Iran striker Sardar Azmoun has been left out of the squad for World Cup warm-ups amid reports of expulsion over alleged disloyalty, sparking controversy.

Iran footballers pay tribute to schoolgirls killed in US-Israeli strikes

Iran footballers pay tribute to schoolgirls killed in US-Israeli strikes

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Iran's men's national soccer team wore black armbands and held schoolbags as their anthem played ahead of a match in Turkey on Friday, in what a team official said was a protest over the killing of schoolgirls on the first day of the Iran war.

Iran refuses to play FIFA World Cup in US; wants games moved to Mexico

Iran refuses to play FIFA World Cup in US; wants games moved to Mexico

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Iran's football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving their World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico due to concerns about the safety of their players, Iranian football president Mehdi Taj said.

Middle East travel chaos threatens Iraq's FIFA World Cup hopes

Middle East travel chaos threatens Iraq's FIFA World Cup hopes

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Iraq's participation in the inter-confederation play-offs in Mexico that will decide two berths at this year's FIFA World Cup is in doubt because of the travel chaos triggered by the conflict in neighbouring Iran.

Iran footballer Sardar Azmoun kicked off national team for 'disloyalty to government'

Iran footballer Sardar Azmoun kicked off national team for 'disloyalty to government'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Sardar Azmoun, one of Iran's top football players, has been expelled from the national team for a perceived act of disloyalty to the government, Iranian media has reported.

Spain vs Argentina 'Finalissima' match in Qatar cancelled amid West Asia conflict

Spain vs Argentina 'Finalissima' match in Qatar cancelled amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

The 'Finalissima' match between Spain and Argentina that was scheduled to be held in Qatar has been cancelled due to the conflict in the Middle East while the South American side rejected multiple alternatives, UEFA said on Sunday.

Air Canada to launch non-stop Delhi-Toronto flight

Air Canada to launch non-stop Delhi-Toronto flight

Rediff.com7 Oct 2003

After a gap of four years, Air Canada on Tuesday announced resumption of its services with the launch of a non-stop daily service between Delhi and Toronto from October 18.

Trump raises tariffs on Canada by 10% over TV ad

Trump raises tariffs on Canada by 10% over TV ad

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Sunday raised tariffs on Canada by 10 per cent, over and above the already-imposed tariffs, due to the 'fraudulent' advertisement featuring former President Ronald Reagan that was broadcast during the MLB World Series.

US urges citizens to leave 12 Middle East nations; 6 American troops killed

US urges citizens to leave 12 Middle East nations; 6 American troops killed

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged its citizens to immediately depart from several Middle Eastern countries, citing "serious safety risks."

Fearless? Not so, say high-flying freestyle skiers, snowboarders

Fearless? Not so, say high-flying freestyle skiers, snowboarders

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Olympic freestyle skiers and snowboarders who flip, spin and twist high above the Alps might look fearless, but they say the reality is very different. Fear is part of the job, and they feel it every day.

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Iran is fighting a different war: Older, slower, and in some ways more dangerous. Iran doesn't need to shoot down an F/A-18. It only needs to make the Strait of Hormuz feel dangerous long enough for insurance markets, shipping companies, and oil futures traders to do the rest. Prem Panicker continues his must-read daily blog on the war in the Middle East.

IndiGo stock may face more downgrades due to Middle East crisis

IndiGo stock may face more downgrades due to Middle East crisis

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

IndiGo operator InterGlobe Aviation had a mildly encouraging third quarter in financial year 2026 (Q3FY26).

Has US Repeated Its Iraq Mistake?

Has US Repeated Its Iraq Mistake?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Israel and the United States had a plan. Iran punched back. And now the Gulf is reeling, the world is beginning to feel the pain and, as on date, no one in Washington or Tel Aviv appears willing to admit that the punch has landed, notes Prem Panicker, continuing his must-read blog on the war in the Middle East.

Wedding plans turn to grief as pilot Pathak dies in Baramati crash

Wedding plans turn to grief as pilot Pathak dies in Baramati crash

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Captain Shambhavi Pathak, a pilot with VSR Ventures, was among those killed in the Learjet 45 crash in Baramati, Maharashtra. Her family in Delhi is devastated by the loss.

Which Of These Gorgeous Animal Pix Do You Like?

Which Of These Gorgeous Animal Pix Do You Like?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Natural History Museum, London, has officially unveiled the 24-image shortlist for the 2026 Nuveen People's Choice Award. This prestigious contest, a key part of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and supported by lead sponsor Nuveen, invites the public to decide which image will be crowned the winner.

Air Canada to restart Delhi flights from Oct 27

Air Canada to restart Delhi flights from Oct 27

Rediff.com5 Jul 2003

Montreal-based Air Canada is to resume flights to India with a daily non-stop service between Toronto and New Delhi effective October 27.

Gaya's Tilkut Awaits GI Tag

Gaya's Tilkut Awaits GI Tag

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'The day tilkut gets the GI tag, it will be a big hit for its health benefits during the cold season in the USA, Canada and Europe.'

Lack Of Political Unity Is India's Greatest Challenge

Lack Of Political Unity Is India's Greatest Challenge

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'No, India and China were not about to go to all-out war over a few rocks of Galwan.' 'The full picture of what went on at the highest level between two heads of State will not be known for a very, very long time and rightly so,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale, former head of the history division, ministry of defence.