At FIFA World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they poseSecurity is heightened for the World Cup with a strict no-drone policy over stadiums. Law enforcement has new powers to disable or shoot do...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Defence ministry expects 24 Tejas Mk1A jets to be ready by end of yearDefence ministry sources have said that the production and readiness schedule for the LCA Mark1A is expected to reach around 18 to 24 aircr...
08 Jun, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Sustainable Aviation Fuel production volumes still disappointing: IATA DG Willie WalshThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released estimates showing that global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is...
07 Jun, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Your next airport selfie or reel could get your phone confiscated or even put you on the no-fly list: DGCA's new rule every traveller should knowNew DGCA guidelines prohibit unauthorised photography and videography in sensitive airport areas. Passengers caught recording in restricted...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
High Court says no to 'coercive action' against IndiGoThe Delhi High Court has stopped the GST department from taking action against IndiGo's parent company. This is regarding a ₹458 crore GST ...
23 May, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
Flying via Dubai? New ticket refund rules for delays and other consumer rights you must knowNew consumer rights rules for air travel in Dubai took effect on April 28, 2026, empowering passengers with clearer information on ticket p...
04 May, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
Congress demands withdrawal of circular asking Haj pilgrims to pay Rs 10,000 moreThe Congress party has demanded the withdrawal of a Rs 10,000 airfare increase for Haj pilgrims. The party alleges the Modi government has ...
03 May, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Airport operators urge MoCA for urgent relief amid 25% cut charges to compensate revenue lossAirport operators are requesting urgent government support. A 25 percent cut in landing and parking fees for domestic flights has impacted ...
01 May, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Haj pilgrims to pay Rs 10K more due to high ATF prices; govt says protected them from larger burdenHaj airfare sees a Rs 10,000 increase per pilgrim for Haj 2026. This rise stems from a sharp global surge in Aviation Turbine Fuel prices. ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
DGCA issues warning letter to IndiGo over December 2025 faresIndia's largest airline, IndiGo, has come under the scrutiny of the DGCA, which has issued a formal notice concerning fare levels set in De...
23 Apr, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
Bombay High Court rules in favour of RIL: Directs MMRDA to refund Rs 646 croreBombay High Court quashed a Rs 1,116 crore demand against Reliance Industries for alleged construction delays on its BKC complex. The court...
10 Apr, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
DGCA slaps Rs 22.2 crore fine on IndiGo over December flight disruptions, orders Rs 50 crore bank guaranteeThe country’s largest airline has also been ordered to furnish a Rs 50 crore bank guarantee to ensure implementation of reforms in four are...
18 Jan, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
IndiGo shares in focus as InterGlobe Aviation faces Rs 117 crore tax penaltyInterGlobe Aviation, the parent of IndiGo, disclosed receiving a Rs 117.52-crore penalty order from the CGST authorities for alleged wrongf...
03 Dec, 2025, 08.56 AM IST
DGCA increases surveillance, imposes Rs 2 crore fine in 2023In 2023, the Civil Aviation Commission (DGCA) conducted 5,745 surveillances, a 39% increase from 2022. The regulator imposed a Rs 2.75 cror...
03 Jan, 2024, 10.23 PM IST
IndiGo pays Rs 20 lakh penalty to DGCA over 4 tail strikes"The company had filed an appeal against the said (Rs 30 lakh penalty) order. DGCA considered submissions made by the company in support of...
21 Dec, 2023, 07.52 PM IST
Govt plans to provide penal powers to DGCAStringent provisions are in place that allows the DGCA to deal with violations at various levels, including those related to airlines.
07 Feb, 2019, 08.29 PM IST
- LS okays Aircraft (Amendment) Bill
Lok Sabha passes the Aircraft (Amendment) Bill '06 to enhance powers of Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
10 Sep, 2007, 05.17 PM IST