The Latest Breaking News from Air India

Sena (UBT) criticizes Maharashtra govt's purchase of Air India building amid headquarters shift to Delhi

MUMBAI: The Shiv Sena (UBT) has strongly criticized the Shinde-BJP government for purchasing the Air India building in Mumbai to house state government offices while relocating the Air India headquarters to Delhi.

The Times of India · Nov 11, 2023

‘Fifth freedom’ flying and how it can make your journey better

Plane Talk: From Manchester to Texas, the only way is the world’s best

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023

DGCA issues show cause notice to Air India

Aviation watchdog DGCA has issued a show cause notice to Air India for non-compliance with norms pertaining to facilities that are required to be provided to passengers.

The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023

Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Pannun threatens to blow up Air India flight on November 19

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun claimed that Delhi’s IGI Airport would remain shut on November 19 and that its name would be changed. He highlighted that this is the same day on which the final match of the ongoing Cricket World Cup will take place.

The Hindu · Nov 5, 2023

Air India launches non-stop service between Bengaluru and Singapore

Air India has launched a non-stop service between Bengaluru and Singapore. The new service will cater to the need for a convenient direct connection between the two cities.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

A ‘dreadful’ return flight for Indian pilots overseas

Indian pilots returning home after working abroad face long, tedious process to obtain/renew Indian licence. Despite job discrimination, many still want to return due to India's fast-growing aviation industry. Pilots find it easier to obtain foreign licence than Indian one, with some countries issuing it in 7 days.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Air India Express gets a new livery

Air India Express launched a new logo and aircraft livery in orange and turquoise colours, representing enthusiasm, premium sensibility and a digital-first approach.

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Mumbai airport handled 33 % more passengers in July-Sept 2023 vs 2022

MUMBAI: The Mumbai airport handled close to 13 million passengers in the July to September period, a 33 % jump compared to about 10 million passengers handled during the same period in 2022, said Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) on Monday.

The Times of India · Oct 16, 2023

Operation Ajay: Two flights bring back 471 Indians from Israel

Two flights from Tel Aviv carrying a total of 471 Indians landed in Delhi, under Operation Ajay

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

Morning Digest | Air India flight from Israel arrives in Delhi; India reiterates call for ‘sovereign, independent, viable state of Palestine’, and more

The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023