The Latest Breaking News from Air India

Air India plane to San Francisco returns midway due to technical snag

The aircraft, with around 230 passengers onboard, had been airborne for more than three hours and was flying through Chinese airspace before diverting back towards the national capital.

The Economic Times · May 27

India's top airlines cut domestic flights between 5-22%

Aviation giants Air India and IndiGo are cutting domestic flights between June and August 2026. High aviation fuel costs are impacting airline operations and commercial viability. Air India will reduce up to 22 percent of its domestic flights. IndiGo plans a 5-7 percent reduction in domestic capacity. These adjustments are…

The Economic Times · May 27

Air India to cut 22 percent domestic flights amid high fuel prices

Air India is reducing domestic flights by up to 22 percent. This move comes as the airline faces rising operational costs from high fuel prices. International flights have also seen a reduction of around 27 percent. Passengers affected will be assisted with re-accommodation or refunds. The airline will monitor conditions…

The Economic Times · May 27

Tata Sons board meet concludes in Mumbai

Tata Sons gathered its board in Mumbai for critical deliberations, although Chairman N Chandrasekaran chose not to address the press. Key discussions revolved around the performance issues faced by group companies, compounded by concerns about leadership transitions. The company is grappling with significant losses in its newer projects, alongside challenges…

The Economic Times · May 26

India prepares interim, not final, investigation report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

Indian investigators are preparing an interim report for the deadly Air India crash. This report will be more comprehensive than the initial one. The final report is delayed due to the investigation's complexity. This comes as a separate inquiry into fuel switches on an Air India flight from London is…

The Economic Times · May 26

Tata Sons’ board huddle today: What Bombay House has been battling in post-Ratan Tata era

Tata Group faces internal churn as tensions rise within Tata Trusts following Ratan Tata's death. Disputes over board representation, governance, and the future of Tata Sons' unlisted status have led to postponed discussions and trustee infighting, impacting group leadership decisions.

The Economic Times · May 26

Ebola scare: DGCA asks airlines make in-flight announcements, take other measures

Aviation watchdog DGCA has issued new guidelines for airlines amid the Ebola outbreak in Africa. Carriers with flights to or from Uganda and Congo must collect self-declaration forms from passengers. In-flight announcements will inform travelers about Ebola symptoms and reporting procedures. Protocols for suspected cases onboard aircraft are also detailed.…

The Economic Times · May 25

Air India working on elevating passenger experience with new lounge at San Francisco airport

Air India is enhancing passenger experiences by opening its Maharaja Lounge in San Francisco. This marks the first lounge opening outside India since the Tata Group's takeover. The airline is transforming into a world-class carrier with an Indian heart. This expansion reflects a commitment to North America, a key market.

The Economic Times · May 25

Indians are breaking up with Europe for a Southeast Asian getaway

Indian travelers are increasingly choosing Vietnam over traditional European destinations due to rising airfares and longer flight durations to Europe. Factors like visa convenience, value for money, and shorter travel times are driving this shift, making Vietnam a rapidly growing tourism market for India.

The Economic Times · May 23

Air India plane forced to make emergency landing at Delhi due to engine fire

Fire alert forces Airbus to make emergency landing in Delhi hours after another Air India plane suffers tailstrike in Bengaluru

The Independent UK · May 22