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October 27, 2026 11:52 AM

Air India issues travel advisory as Cyclone Arnab threatens flights to Andhra Pradesh

Air India on Tuesday issued a travel advisory warning passengers that weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Arnab could affect flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada on October 27. The airline urged passengers to check their flight status on its official website and allow additional time to reach airports, cautioning that adverse weather could also disrupt road travel. In an advisory posted on X, Air India said weather conditions associated with the cyclone might affect...

October 16, 2026 12:47 AM

Remain calm, stay indoors during aerial attacks: Indian envoy to community in Saudi Arabia

Indians living in Saudi Arabia have been urged to remain calm and alert and stay indoors in case of an aerial attack, with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh saying on Thursday that Saudi carriers continue to operate flights to India. In a video message to the Indian community in the wake of the recent attacks, India’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Vipul, said India had condemned the attacks on civilian facilities and infrastructure in the country. “We stand in complete solidarity with the people ...

October 13, 2026 4:36 PM

IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air suspend Saudi Arabia flights until October 17 amid security concerns

Indian carriers IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air have suspended flights to and from several cities in Saudi Arabia until October 17 amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and growing concerns over aviation safety following recent attacks in the region. In a travel advisory issued on social media platform X, IndiGo announced the cancellation of flights connecting Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until Saturday, citing the evolving security situation in Saudi Arabia. The airline advised pa...

August 4, 2026 10:15 PM

Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi lands safely after mid-air altitude variation; DGCA launches probe

An Air India flight operating from Phuket to Delhi experienced a momentary altitude variation during its journey on Tuesday before stabilising and landing safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), Delhi. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated a detailed investigation into the incident. According to the Civil Aviation Ministry, Air India Flight AI2379, operated by an Airbus A320 aircraft (registration VT-EXO), was carrying 137 passengers, including three infan...

July 28, 2026 12:25 PM

Tourism Ministry, Air India Sign MoU to Promote India as a Preferred Global Tourism Destination

The Ministry of Tourism on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air India to establish a strategic partnership aimed at promoting India as a preferred global tourism destination under the Incredible India campaign. The MoU was signed in New Delhi in the presence of Union Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The collaboration seeks to leverage the Ministry of Tourism's destination promotion initiatives and Air India's extensive domestic and international netw...

July 27, 2026 11:04 PM

Tourism Ministry, Air India sign MoU to boost global promotion of India under ‘Incredible India’ campaign

The Ministry of Tourism on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air India to jointly promote India as a preferred global tourism destination under the Incredible India brand, marking a strategic collaboration to strengthen the country's international tourism outreach. The MoU was signed in New Delhi in the presence of Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The event was attended by Bhuvnesh Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism; Suman Billa, Additiona...

May 13, 2026 5:03 PM

Air India rationalises international flight network till August amid airspace curbs, high fuel costs

Air India on Wednesday announced a temporary rationalisation of its international flight network between June and August, citing continued airspace restrictions over certain regions and record-high jet fuel prices affecting international operations. The airline said the adjustments have been introduced to improve operational stability and minimise last-minute inconvenience to passengers amid the challenging global aviation environment. Despite the temporary cuts, Air India said it will continu...

April 7, 2026 4:01 PM

Air India raises fuel surcharge amid jet fuel spike; CEO Campbell Wilson to step down

Air India has announced revisions to its fuel surcharge structure across domestic and international routes, citing a sharp rise in global jet fuel prices. In a statement, the airline said the move comes as carriers worldwide grapple with one of the most challenging fuel cost environments in recent years. According to data by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global average jet fuel price rose to USD 195.19 per barrel for the week ending March 27, 2026, nearly doubling fro...

April 7, 2026 2:56 PM

Air India confirms resignation of its CEO Campbell Wilson

Air India on Tuesday confirmed the resignation of Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Campbell Wilson. In an official statement, the airline said that a committee has been constituted to find the successor in the coming months. “Wilson had conveyed his intention to step down in 2026 to Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran in 2024 and, since then, has been working to ensure the organisation and leadership team is on a stable footing for the transition,” the airline stated. “He ...

March 22, 2026 1:04 PM

Indian carriers IndiGo, Air India continue limited Middle East flights amid rising tensions

Amid the evolving situation in the Middle East, Indian carriers IndiGo and Air India on Sunday said they would operate a limited number of flights while urging passengers to remain alert to last-minute changes and check their flight status before leaving for the airport. IndiGo said it would run select services on March 22, adding that its teams were working round the clock to assist passengers amid the uncertainty. The airline stressed that all operations were aligned with prevailing safety co...