UDAN flights discontinued on 50% of routes launched so farIndia's ambitious plan to boost regional air travel is struggling, with nearly half of UDAN routes now inactive. Despite significant govern...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
Knot or not? Swift & Kelce already married: report; celebrations to beginNew York is abuzz with speculation as pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce are widely expected to celebrate their union. Wh...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
Regional carriers demand slots, aircraft and simpler rules as India relaunches faltering connectivity schemeOf the 669 routes made operational since the Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) scheme started in 2017, commercial flights are currently operati...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Gulf carriers eye Boeing, Airbus jets as Air India weighs delaysGulf airlines like Etihad and Saudia are reportedly eyeing earlier aircraft delivery slots, potentially from Air India's deferred orders. T...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
Air India, SIA Engineering to set up maintenance, repair and overhaul joint venture in IndiaAir India and Singapore Airlines' engineering arm are exploring a joint venture to establish a world-class Maintenance, Repair, and Overhau...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
China showcases truck-mounted EMALS for runway-free drone launches. How the system worksChina has unveiled a truck-mounted electromagnetic aircraft launch system, enabling fixed-wing drones to take flight rapidly without tradit...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
US Seahawk helicopter makes emergency sea landing; one service member missingA U.S. Navy MH-60S Seahawk helicopter experienced an emergency landing in the Arabian Sea, leaving one service member missing and three inj...
02 Jul, 2026, 06.31 AM IST
IndiGo launches Lite fare with lower prices for cabin bag-only travellersIndiGo has introduced 'IndiGo Lite', a new budget-friendly Economy Class fare for travellers with just cabin baggage. This option, availabl...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
No smooth landing: ICRA sees Indian airlines' losses widening up to Rs 38,000 crore in FY27India's aviation sector faces a grim outlook, with ICRA projecting net losses to skyrocket to ₹36,000-38,000 crore in FY27. This sharp revi...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
Trusted Interdependence: India's next step in defence self-relianceIndia's defence strategy has shifted from 'Make in India' to 'Aatmanirbharta', emphasizing indigenous development and discouraging imports....
25 Jun, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
Air India: As Campbell Wilson readies for departure, N Chandrasekaran enters the cockpitChandrasekaran has called for closer coordination across the airline’s departments. Key divisions such as flight operations, commercial str...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
Did Pakistan really down India's Rafale fighter jets during Operation Sindoor? Latest IAF tender reveals the truthThe Indian Air Force has issued a tender seeking a five-month bridge support package for all 36 Rafale fighter jets acquired from France, a...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Taiwan says warning time for any China attack is shorteningTaiwan's military is conducting "immediate combat readiness" drills, simulating a sudden Chinese attack, as Defence Minister Wellington Koo...
24 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
India panel proposes simulator-heavy pilot licence to ease crew shortage, document showsIndia is exploring a new pilot license option to combat a growing shortage, proposing increased simulator training and reduced flight hours...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Akasa Air adds Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to its fleet, airline's 39th planeAkasa Air welcomed its 39th Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, a significant addition to its fleet this year. The new plane, VT-YBP, completed its de...
22 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Airline ticket prices may stay high as carriers bank fuel relief from Iran dealA U.S.-Iran peace deal has lowered oil prices, promising billions in fuel savings for airlines. However, passengers may not see immediate f...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
India's submarine hunters: Why the Navy is pushing for more helicopters and P-8I aircraftIndia is urgently bolstering its anti-submarine warfare capabilities amidst growing Chinese and Pakistani submarine presence. Naval helicop...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.44 AM IST