Higher duty on toys won’t cut reliance on Chinese importsElectric toys attract 18% GST against the earlier 12% value-added tax (VAT) while other toys attract 12% GST versus 5% VAT earlier.
06 Feb, 2018, 09.07 AM IST
Off the beaten path: Domestic travellers looking for unique experiences, junking jetsetting holidaysIn times of economic uncertainty, such as now, most people would be concerned about holding down their jobs. Not everyone apparently.
22 Oct, 2013, 08.34 AM IST
IndiGo to set up regional airline to tap small townsIndiGo, the country's largest airline by market share, plans to set up a regional airline for connecting small towns using 70-80 seater ATR...
13 Feb, 2013, 05.00 AM IST
Jet deal may not automatically increase Etihad’s reach into Indian citiesThe deal between Jet Airways and Gulf carrier Etihad Airways is unlikely to bring immediate benefits for the foreign partner after it picks...
01 Feb, 2013, 06.12 AM IST
Can India's budget airline 'IndiGo' emerge as a winner in International market?India's biggest budget carrier prepares to fly international. But, Will its trusted domestic ops help succeed in a cutthroat market?
27 Jun, 2011, 07.16 AM IST
- DGCA likely to get a complete makeover and regulate airfares and appoint ombudsmen, to be renamed CAA
The revamped DGCA, which is going to be called Civil Aviation Authority, would have an appellate tribunal, which will hear appeals against ...
27 Jun, 2011, 02.58 AM IST
- Air India scheme triggers airfare war
National carrier Air India's promotional scheme offering reduced fares has triggered a price war among airlines, bringing cheers for holida...
19 May, 2011, 04.12 AM IST
- SpiceJet regional services to take off from July
SpiceJet is banking on first mover advantage with the launch of regional services as it sees immense potential in the developing market.
31 Jan, 2011, 04.14 AM IST
- IndiGo catches up with Kingfisher at industry second spot
Low-cost airline IndiGo equalled Kingfisher's marketshare of 18.6% in December to grab the second position in the aviation industry. Jet Ai...
19 Jan, 2011, 01.37 AM IST
- AI posts operational profit of Rs 22 crore after four years
Apart from an increase in passengers, the airline also registered an uptick in its overall passenger load factor at 66.3% during Apr-Nov 10...
04 Jan, 2011, 04.34 AM IST
- Airfares may skyrocket again this December
If you are planning to fly during the last festive days of the year, book now, as only the early tourist will catch best fares, say experts.
01 Dec, 2010, 11.29 AM IST
- Airlines under fire for 'inappropriate' fare hikes
Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel says predatory pricing not justified; fares on key routes have shot up 200% post Diwali.
26 Nov, 2010, 04.04 AM IST
- AAI gets nod to rope in private companies for business outside airports
The government has allowed the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to involve private sector in developing facilities such as hotels and car ...
17 Nov, 2010, 05.04 AM IST
- Air fares set to climb 10% this festive season
All those who are planning air travel in the next four months might have to shell out more for their tickets as high demand caused by stron...
25 Oct, 2010, 02.00 AM IST
- Flying High: Low-cost carriers set out to conquer skies
Low-cost carriers such as IndiGo, SpiceJet and GoAir are expected to more than double the number of aircraft on domestic sectors to around ...
08 Sep, 2010, 03.12 AM IST
- Air India to shift Mumbai hub to Delhi's T3, cut costs by a third
Air India will shift its international hub to Delhi airport’s swanky new terminal 3 (T3) from Mumbai, under a deal that will help the debt-...
23 Aug, 2010, 01.37 AM IST
- Rising sweetmeat prices may hit festive mood
With the festive season around the corner, sweetmakers are being forced to hike prices by between 15 per cent and 20 per cent following a s...
14 Aug, 2008, 12.43 AM IST