India to enable BVLOS drone operations by end-2026, says Civil Aviation MinisterIndia plans drone sector reforms, aiming for BVLOS certification by 2026. A new financial incentive scheme will boost domestic drone manufa...
19 Aug, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
Airfare rules overhaul: What Centre’s new framework could mean for flyersNew aviation rules are being fast-tracked by the Centre for India's civil aviation sector. These rules will be finalized within three weeks...
18 Aug, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Fare rules ground erring airlines, Supreme Court tells CentreThe Supreme Court has called on the Centre to take action against airlines that violate airfare regulations. In response, the government an...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
Two more Air India pilots fail drug test after Phuket-Delhi flight incidentTwo more Air India pilots failed preliminary drug tests following a recent incident. Air India mandated psychoactive substance screening fo...
17 Aug, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
IndiGo launches new flight services from Vijayawada to Varanasi and KolkataIn an exciting development, Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu unveiled new IndiGo flight services that link Vijayawada with Vara...
13 Aug, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
Centre asks Air India to ‘take responsibility’ after Phuket-Delhi flight scare; orders tighter dope checks: ReportThe government has warned Air India to “take responsibility” for safety after the August 4 Phuket-Delhi flight scare and ordered DGCA to ti...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
Air India Phuket-Delhi flight logged multiple hydraulic failures; autopilot disconnects before 300ft dropAir India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi experienced technical warnings on August 4. The Airbus A320 aircraft suffered a sudden 300-foo...
13 Aug, 2026, 08.24 AM IST
Air India flight’s 300-foot drop: AAIB says wait for evidence before drawing conclusionsAir India Phuket Delhi flight turbulence case: The government urges caution regarding Air India flight AI2379 conclusions. Investigations a...
12 Aug, 2026, 01.16 AM IST
Air India pilot on Phuket-Delhi flight tests 'positive' for marijuana: ReportThe pilot-in-command of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight tested positive for marijuana after a recent incident. This confirmatory test foll...
11 Aug, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Air India outgoing CEO summoned over Phuket-Delhi flight's altitude loss: ReportIndia's aviation ministry summoned Air India's outgoing CEO regarding a recent flight incident. The aircraft experienced a sudden altitude ...
11 Aug, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
Centre says no policy bars airport operators from owning airlines, confirms AAI receiving waiver requestThe government stated no policy prevents airport operators from holding airline equity. However, existing contracts may restrict such cross...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
Adani Group 'lying brazenly' to stock exchanges: Mahua Moitra over group's alleged airline plansA purported June 4 letter from Adani Airports to the Airports Authority of India (AAI) seeks a waiver that would allow Adani Defence & Aero...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Air India captain of turbulence-hit flight under scanner post drug testA pilot is under scrutiny for substance use after a recent flight incident. Initial screening results were non-negative, requiring further ...
10 Aug, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
Air India Phuket-Delhi flight case flagged as 'serious incident', AAIB probing sudden altitude lossAn Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden altitude loss during cruise. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is no...
09 Aug, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
India aims to see electric air taxis fly by 2028, testing to gather pace next year: Union Civil Aviation MinisterIndia aims for electric air taxis to fly by 2028, with testing accelerating next year. Electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft offe...
08 Aug, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
Federation of Indian Pilots writes to PM Modi, proposes Civil Aviation AuthorityIndian pilots propose a new Civil Aviation Authority to enhance regulatory independence. This move addresses international concerns and the...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: Civil Aviation Minister Naidu visits passengers injured in mid-air incidentCivil Aviation Minister visited injured passengers after a flight turbulence event. Air India flight AI2379 experienced a momentary altitud...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.24 PM IST