Shankh Air, a new Indian airline, plans to start domestic flights in March 2026. It aims to boost regional connectivity and launch international routes by 2029. Read more about its fleet and vision.
An Air India pilot was offloaded in Vancouver after allegedly smelling of alcohol. The airline launched an investigation and enforced its zero-tolerance policy. Read details on the incident and DGCA's separate safety notice.
India's markets, from aviation to telecom, are increasingly dominated by just two players. This analysis explores the risks of duopolies for consumer welfare, prices, and innovation, urging a data-driven policy response.
Air India and airBaltic launch a new codeshare agreement, connecting India to Riga and key European cities. Discover how this expands travel options for passengers.
New flight safety rules trigger a fierce battle for captains between IndiGo and Air India. With resignations soaring and joining bonuses hitting ₹50 lakh, the race to secure pilots intensifies. Read the full analysis.
A severe captain shortage grips Indian aviation. IndiGo commits to hiring 100 pilots, Air India advertises, as new safety rules and poaching intensify the crisis. Joining bonuses soar to Rs 50 lakh.
IndiGo cancels 118 flights on Jan 28-29 due to dense fog and operational constraints. Passengers advised to check flight status. Details on rebooking and refunds.
The Indian Pilots' Guild argues new regional airlines won't break the IndiGo-Air India duopoly. They call for policy changes to ensure fair competition and pilot job security. Read more.
India's ride-hailing market, long dominated by Uber and Ola, may see a major shift. The government's Bharat Taxi cooperative model, launching in two months, promises to redirect profits to drivers. Will this bring the competitive relief users need? Read m
Three new airlines got NOCs, but experts say structural barriers and high costs will prevent them from challenging IndiGo and Air India's 90% market share. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat's Principal Secretary cites the IndiGo flight disruptions as a case of market duopoly, urging consumer bodies to intervene in sectors like aviation, healthcare, and education to protect users.
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress to increase competition. The move follows recent flight disruptions, aiming to lower costs and offer more choices to flyers.
A passenger alleges assault by an Air India Express pilot at Delhi airport. The airline has removed the pilot from official duties pending investigation. Read the full story.
India's competition watchdog CCI has initiated a probe into IndiGo following a complaint alleging unfair practices related to widespread flight disruptions. Read the full details of the investigation.
Reliance Consumer Products launches SIL noodles in a third bid to disrupt India's ₹18,000-crore instant noodles market dominated by Maggi and Yippee. Can its new strategy succeed?
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for allegedly creating monopolies and duopolies across sectors. He demands economic power be returned to MSMEs for a stronger India. Read the full story.
Ryanair's brutally honest one-word reply to a passenger asking for a free ticket with a photo goes viral. Discover the internet's hilarious reactions and the airline's strict policies.
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations stranded passengers, spiked fares, and revealed regulatory weakness. This editorial calls for antitrust action, market reforms, and a push for a domestic aircraft program to break the Airbus-Boeing duopoly.
Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu faces online trolls over IndiGo crisis. TDP colleagues in Parliament defend his actions, citing control room setup and probe. Read more.
IndiGo, India's largest airline, cancelled over 800 flights on Saturday due to a severe crew shortage. The disruption affected thousands of passengers nationwide. Read for details and airline response.
IndiGo airline has restored 95% of its network connectivity after days of cancellations, operating to 135 destinations. The carrier thanked passengers for their patience. Read the full update.
Congress accuses BJP government of creating aviation duopoly leading to IndiGo crisis. Opposition says PM Modi's promise of ease of air travel has failed. Read full analysis.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram calls the IndiGo crisis a symptom of market duopoly, advocating for a more competitive aviation sector to benefit consumers.
IndiGo CEO announces cancellation of over 1000 flights today, aiming to restore normal operations between December 10 and 15. Read the full story on the airline's recovery plan.
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers confirms over 1000 flights cancelled today amid a 3-day operational meltdown. Full recovery expected between December 10-15. Stranded passengers advised not to rush to airports.
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers apologizes as airline cancels over 1000 flights since Dec 2. Severe disruptions hit on Dec 5. Read for details and updates.
The Indian government has deferred new flight duty time limits for pilots to help airlines normalize operations after widespread IndiGo cancellations. Key details inside.
India's largest airline IndiGo cancels all domestic flights from Delhi, causing nationwide chaos. With a 65% market share, the crisis leaves lakhs stranded. See which airlines are stepping in.
IndiGo's operational crisis deepens as on-time performance crashes to 8.5% at major airports. Over 400 flights cancelled Friday. DGCA intervenes, airline promises recovery by Feb 2026. Read full details.
IndiGo airline cancels 30 domestic flights from Goa's Dabolim airport, causing network-wide disruptions for passengers. Stay updated on the latest travel advisories.