News for 'Indian Airlines'

Fly now, pay later on Indian Airlines

Fly now, pay later on Indian Airlines

Rediff.com29 Apr 2005

Indian Airlines has launched an EMI scheme in association with Citibank to target the vacation travellers and the growing segment of credit card holders who prefer to use the deferred payment schemes to purchase goods and services.

Gulf War Fallout: DGCA Allows Longer Pilot Duty Hours

Gulf War Fallout: DGCA Allows Longer Pilot Duty Hours

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Federation of Indian Pilots, said the union has written to the DGCA raising concerns over the extension.

'One Operation Sindoor Won't End Terror'

'One Operation Sindoor Won't End Terror'

Rediff.com10 May 2026

'India's security challenges are no longer confined to the Line of Control or the Line of Actual Control.'
'They also span cyber networks, economic systems, information warfare, technology ecosystems, maritime routes, and internal social cohesion.'

Iraq war to hurt Indian airline industry

Iraq war to hurt Indian airline industry

Rediff.com7 Jan 2003

Iraq war to hurt Indian airline industry.With war clouds looming large over Iraq, the Indian airline industry is bracing itself against an increase in insurance premium and an additional burden of an estimated 25 per cent hike in ATF.

Iraq war likely to hit Indian Airlines

Iraq war likely to hit Indian Airlines

Rediff.com7 Jan 2003

IA may be hurt badly in case of a US attack on Iraq, which would lead to a massive increase in insurance premium and an additional burden of an estimated 25% hike in ATF prices.

Pahalgam attack: India shuts airspace for Pakistani airlines

Pahalgam attack: India shuts airspace for Pakistani airlines

Rediff.com1 May 2025

India has closed its airspace to flights operated by Pakistani airlines in a retaliatory move following the Pahalgam terror attack. The ban will be in effect until May 23 and applies to all aircraft registered in Pakistan, as well as planes operated, owned or leased by Pakistani airlines and operators. This comes a week after Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian carriers. The move is part of various measures taken by the Indian government against Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.

Myanmar allows traffic rights to Indian airlines

Myanmar allows traffic rights to Indian airlines

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

At present, there is no direct air connectivity between India and Myanmar.

New Air Ticket Refund Rules Will Help You

New Air Ticket Refund Rules Will Help You

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

While this doesn't mean that air travel is now a breeze, what it does mean is that you now have more rights and more control over your money.

DGCA rebukes Turkish Airlines over safety lapses at Indian airports

DGCA rebukes Turkish Airlines over safety lapses at Indian airports

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Civil aviation authorities have directed Turkish Airlines to ensure 'full compliance' with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards and Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) regulations, an official statement said on Wednesday.

Indian airlines asked to inspect Boeing 737-8 Max planes' emergency exits

Indian airlines asked to inspect Boeing 737-8 Max planes' emergency exits

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

On Friday, the Alaska Airlines plane's outer section, including a window, fell off mid-air.

Indian Airlines plans to connect London

Indian Airlines plans to connect London

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

Indian Airlines plans to connect London as part of its global expansion plans and would lease 12 wide-bodied aircraft for long haul operations.\n

Indian Airlines to lease aircraft to boost share

Indian Airlines to lease aircraft to boost share

Rediff.com18 Feb 2003

Indian Airlines Ltd, the country's largest domestic carrier, will dry-lease three Airbus A320 planes by the end of February and another two by the middle of the year to boost market share, its chairman said on Tuesday.

'Indian airline losses may clip aircraft orders'

'Indian airline losses may clip aircraft orders'

Rediff.com29 May 2008

"No airline is making money in India because they are selling below cost. The country is seeing a 25 per cent annual growth rate in air passenger traffic, but some slowdown is also expected. These are some of the pains when markets open up," said John Leahy, chief operating officer (customers), Airbus. Leahy, however, declined to offer details.

Indian Airlines to acquire 43 aircraft

Indian Airlines to acquire 43 aircraft

Rediff.com6 Jul 2004

Indian Airlines has proposed to acquire 43 aircraft comprising A319, A320 and A321 for replacement of the ageing fleet of A300 and B737-200, government informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

Indian Airlines hikes fares by 12%

Indian Airlines hikes fares by 12%

Rediff.com9 Apr 2005

In a bid to offset a major increase in the price of aviation turbine fuel, Indian Airlines on Saturday announced an across the board 12 per cent hike in fares with effect from April 15.

Why Indian airlines are reluctant to fly foreign routes

Why Indian airlines are reluctant to fly foreign routes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

According to sector estimates, it takes at least six months to develop a route.

IndiGo's Profitability Under Pressure from Fuel, Rupee, and Geopolitical Headwinds

IndiGo's Profitability Under Pressure from Fuel, Rupee, and Geopolitical Headwinds

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) is experiencing significant financial pressure, with its stock falling 18 per cent since the start of the Iran war, due to rising Brent crude prices, a weakening rupee, and disruptions to its West Asia and European flight networks caused by geopolitical tensions.

Indian Airlines launches 'pay smart' scheme

Indian Airlines launches 'pay smart' scheme

Rediff.com27 Apr 2004

Indian Airlines has launched a 'pay smart' scheme in association with ICICI Bank to enable its passengers avail the benefit of deferred payment system during the period April 26, 2004 to March 31, 2005.

Indian Airlines fares hiked by 10%

Indian Airlines fares hiked by 10%

Rediff.com16 Jun 2004

Indian Airlines on Wednesday announced a 10 per cent hike in air travel on all domestic sectors with effect from June 21 citing the continuous increase in prices of aviation turbine fuel.

PSB, Indian Airlines in last eight

PSB, Indian Airlines in last eight

Rediff.com21 Nov 2003

Punjab and Sindh Bank drubbed Railways 7-2, while Indian Airlines beat Namdhari XI 4-1 in the 40th ONGC-Nehru Hockey Tournament.

Indian airlines to avoid affected part of Iranian airspace: DGCA

Indian airlines to avoid affected part of Iranian airspace: DGCA

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

As the majority of Pakistani airspace has remained closed for Indian airlines since the Balakot strike on February 26, the decision to avoid affected Iranian airspace on Saturday is going to further disturb the routes of their international flights towards middle-eastern and European countries, and the US.

DGCA Gets New Chief After Turbulent Year

DGCA Gets New Chief After Turbulent Year

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Events from mid-2025 to early 2026 exposed deeper systemic concerns for India's aviation safety architecture.

Indian airlines likely to prune losses to Rs 3K-5K cr this fiscal: ICRA

Indian airlines likely to prune losses to Rs 3K-5K cr this fiscal: ICRA

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Indian airline industry is expecting to prune its net losses to Rs 3,000-5,000 crore in this fiscal from an estimated Rs 17,000-17,500 crore in FY2023 on the back of improved yields and stable cost environment, credit ratings agency ICRA said on Tuesday. At the same time, ICRA also estimated that domestic air passenger traffic will expand by 8-13 per cent each in FY2024 and FY2025. The rating agency has also maintained its stable outlook on the industry in view of healthy passenger traffic growth, improved yields and a stable cost environment.

Now, fly J-class with Indian Airlines

Now, fly J-class with Indian Airlines

Rediff.com5 Nov 2004

Indian Airlines has launched a new scheme to enhance executive class travel by business travelers and corporate executives.

Indian Airlines pull out from Gold Cup

Indian Airlines pull out from Gold Cup

Rediff.com29 Apr 2005

The five-time champions cited lack of players to field a team for the tournament.

War In The Strait Has Reached A Condom Factory!

War In The Strait Has Reached A Condom Factory!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Karex, the Malaysian company that makes roughly one in five of the world's condoms -- about five billion a year, supplying Durex and Trojan among others -- announced this week that it is raising prices by up to 30 percent. The reason is the Strait of Hormuz.

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.

IndiGo Manchester flight returns to Delhi due to airspace curbs

IndiGo Manchester flight returns to Delhi due to airspace curbs

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester was forced to return to its origin due to last-minute airspace restrictions related to the ongoing situation in West Asia. The flight was using a leased Boeing 787 aircraft.

Indian Airlines staff demand demerger from AI

Indian Airlines staff demand demerger from AI

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

About 1,500 employees of various departments took part in the rally.

'Biggest Meltdown In Indian Aviation History'

'Biggest Meltdown In Indian Aviation History'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'It has got to be the biggest error in aviation. If it is the biggest error, then all those individuals in positions of power should be removed because they have caused the biggest meltdown in Indian aviation history.'

MEA reveals how India is responding to West Asia crisis

MEA reveals how India is responding to West Asia crisis

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar are actively engaged with world leaders to promote dialogue and diplomacy for peace in West Asia, while also ensuring the safety and well-being of the Indian community in the region.

It's season for Indian airlines to make money

It's season for Indian airlines to make money

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Airlines are now pushing up fares and hopes to improve margins over the next three months to make up for the poor September quarter, even if it leads to a slight fall in their passenger load factor.

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

India Inc hits pause on factory expansion in March

India Inc hits pause on factory expansion in March

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

India's new manufacturing project announcements more than halved in the fourth quarter of FY26, falling 60 per cent sequentially and 78 per cent year-on-year to approximately 1.7 trillion, driven by global uncertainties, geopolitical conflicts in West Asia, and existing unutilised manufacturing capacity.

Army officer assaults airline staff over baggage charges

Army officer assaults airline staff over baggage charges

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

SpiceJet on Sunday said a senior Army officer, who was to board a flight to Delhi, assaulted four airline ground staffers at the Srinagar airport on July 26, and one of them suffered a spinal fracture.

Pawar To Rupani: Leaders Who Died In Air Crashes

Pawar To Rupani: Leaders Who Died In Air Crashes

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others were killed after their aircraft crashed in Baramati on January 28, 2026. Here are 11 other prominent Indians who died in air crashes.

Indian Airlines cuts fares on 10 sectors

Indian Airlines cuts fares on 10 sectors

Rediff.com15 Sep 2004

The public sector carrier announced a new scheme -- 'Fly Select Fares' -- offering two levels of rates which were below the normal ones on select flights.

Branson to invest $50 mn in Indian airline

Branson to invest $50 mn in Indian airline

Rediff.com1 Apr 2005

Virgin Atlantic Airways Chairman Richard Branson has said he planned to invest about $50 million in his personal capacity in an Indian airline for which he was in talks with 'four different people' in the country.

Punjab's Halwara Airport to Commence Flight Bookings in April, Boosting Connectivity

Punjab's Halwara Airport to Commence Flight Bookings in April, Boosting Connectivity

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Flight bookings for Halwara airport in Punjab are scheduled to begin in April, with the first commercial flight expected between May 10 and 15. The airport's opening is anticipated to significantly enhance air connectivity and boost economic growth in the region.