Air India, IndiGo to cut domestic flight operations as ATF prices, low demand hurt: ReportAir India and IndiGo are reducing domestic flights starting June 1 for three months. This move comes as jet fuel prices surge and demand di...
27 May, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Sri Lanka's move to lease strategic airport near China-controlled Hambantota port sparks Indian interestIndia is keenly watching Sri Lanka's move to offer control of Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to foreign investors. This presents a...
17 May, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
India ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia: PM Modi in UAEPrime Minister Narendra Modi met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi. India pledged full support to foster peace ...
15 May, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Nasscom flags continued hybrid work as IT firms brace for West Asia impactIndia's tech industry is stepping into a new era with hybrid work models becoming the norm. In response to global disruptions and energy su...
11 May, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
BJP Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill requests MEA intervention to help stranded Sikh couples in TehranBJP Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill said on Thursday, requested the Ministry of External Affairs to assist several elderly Iranian Sikh coupl...
30 Apr, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
India steps up outreach as it tracks safety of nationals in Gulf and West AsiaThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has intensified its monitoring of the evolving situation across the Gulf and West Asia, prioritizing...
27 Apr, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
The energy shock at 35,000 feet is burning a hole in your pocketAs aviation fuel prices reach a new high globally, the airline industry is feeling the crunch, with ticket prices climbing and schedules be...
24 Apr, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Over 11.6 lakh Indians return from West Asia amid conflict; 12 seafarers rescued from IraqThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday highlighted one of the largest voluntary repatriations and travel management exercises in...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
West Asia conflict: Over 11 lakh passengers travel back to IndiaMahajan said that flights continue to operate from the region to India from countries where airspace is open. "Since February 28th, around ...
20 Apr, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
UAE envoy to India flags 2,890 strikes on civilian infra since Feb 28, says 4 million Indian expats integral to nationThe UAE ambassador has reported 2,890 missile and drone attacks. He called these unprovoked strikes and urged stronger international action...
17 Apr, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
Around 10.10 lakh passengers travelled to India since February 28 from region amid West Asia tensions, says GovtIndia is ensuring smooth functioning across key sectors amidst the West Asia situation. The Petroleum Ministry guarantees uninterrupted fue...
17 Apr, 2026, 07.08 AM IST
Massive repatriation effort: Nearly 1 million Indians return from West Asia amid regional turmoilIndia has facilitated the return of about 9,84,000 citizens from West Asia since February 28 amid airspace disruptions. The MEA said missio...
16 Apr, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Attacks on merchant shipping completely unacceptable, says Jaishankar amid West Asia situationIndia's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has strongly backed safe and unimpeded maritime shipping. He stated that attacks on merchant...
15 Apr, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
Over 9 lakh people evacuated from West Asia: MEAAs the security situation evolves in West Asia and the Gulf region, a senior MEA official said on Monday that wide-scale efforts are underw...
13 Apr, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Airline pilots fear retribution over refusing to fly in Middle East, aviators' group saysAirline pilots express fear of losing pay or jobs if they refuse flights in the Middle East. Global aviators' union highlights widespread c...
10 Apr, 2026, 09.42 AM IST
Two CEOs' exits & crises in the skies: The turbulent year that tested India’s biggest airlinesAir India's CEO Campbell Wilson has stepped down following a year of operational, regulatory, and financial challenges, including a fatal c...
07 Apr, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
Gulf flight status for March 4: Air India, Air India Express & IndiGo plan 58 special flightsIndia is closely monitoring West Asian airspace disruptions caused by the Iran conflict, leading to over 1,200 flight cancellations by Indi...
04 Mar, 2026, 10.11 AM IST