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SECTOR | 16 Jul 2026, 08:14PM

Centre designed Modified UDAN scheme after decade of feedback: Civil Aviation Minister

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Modified regional connectivity programme widens route eligibility, extends VGF support, and introduces operational support for smaller airports

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SECTOR | 16 Jul 2026, 03:43PM

Bengaluru airport widens air cargo lead over Chennai as international volumes surge

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The shift marks a reversal from a year ago when Chennai was marginally ahead in international cargo. Industry sources attributed better infrastructure connectivity to Bengaluru's all round performance

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SECTOR | 16 Jul 2026, 02:14PM

Air India revamps mobile app; can deploy India-specific innovations: Airline official

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Mobile app would provide greater ease of booking and allow the airline to respond more quickly to the needs of the customers

Air India revamps mobile app with India-specific payment features

Business Standard | 16 Jul 2026, 01:38PM

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SECTOR | 16 Jul 2026, 12:24PM

Why AAIB won't release AI171 cockpit recordings as probe nears end

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The Air India AI171 crash probe is nearing completion, but the AAIB says releasing cockpit voice recordings would breach Indian law and international aviation rules

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SECTOR | 15 Jul 2026, 03:16PM

Air India Ahmedabad crash: AAIB opposes release of cockpit recordings in SC; says law bars disclosure of probe material

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In its counter affidavit, the AAIB said the law governing aircraft accident investigations gives the AAIB exclusive authority to investigate such accidents and does not permit disclosure of protected investigation material

Inside the cockpit: How Air India's Boeing Dreamliner flight ended in disaster

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SECTOR | 15 Jul 2026, 11:04AM

Khajuraho Airport tops in national customer satisfaction survey, Bhopal 3rd

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Khajuraho Airport in Madhya Pradesh has secured the first position in the country in the 2026 National Customer Satisfaction Index of the Airports Authority of India (AAI), while Raja Bhoj Airport in the capital Bhopal ranked third, an official said. Both airports reaching the top positions in passenger facilities, cleanliness, security and service quality is a major achievement for Madhya Pradesh, he said. Khajuraho Airport Director Santosh Singh, in a statement on Tuesday, said this achievement is crucial for tourism. Improved air connectivity and high-quality facilities for domestic and foreign tourists visiting Khajuraho, known for its world-famous temples, are expected to provide a new impetus to tourism in the region, the official said. He attributed the achievement to the hard work of the entire team, the trust of passengers, and the continued commitment to providing better services. The airport management's goal is to provide world-class facilities to passengers and...

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SECTOR | 14 Jul 2026

Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat accident reach home states

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The bodies of the 15 Indian tourists who were killed in a speedboat accident off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island reached their home states on Tuesday, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi said. Of the 15 victims, 10 were from Tamil Nadu, three were from Andhra Pradesh and two were from Kerala. The bodies were flown to Mumbai in a Vietnam Airlines flight from Ho Chi Minh City. From Mumbai, the concerned state authorities coordinated with the victims' families to bring them home, officials said. "Our prayers are with the families of the deceased. We pray for strength to the families during these difficult times," the Indian Embassy said in a post on X on Tuesday. It also thanked the concerned authorities in Vietnam and those in the three south Indian states for their assistance. A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four local crew members capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai off Phu Quoc Island on Saturday killing 15 tourists. The others were rescued. Of the 17 rescued tourists, 16 have returne

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SECTOR | 13 Jul 2026

Govt shielded domestic carriers from global stress: Civil Aviation Minister

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Minister says crisis interventions helped insulate Indian airlines from global disruptions

Air India, Air New Zealand discuss JV for non-stop flights

Business Line | 13 Jul 2026

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SECTOR | 13 Jul 2026

AAI says airport expansion projects are on track to boost operations

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New capacity is being created at airports to accomodate the growing fleet

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SECTOR | 13 Jul 2026

Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy to be repatriated today

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The mortal remains of the 15 Indian tourists who were killed in a boat accident off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island will be repatriated to India later on Monday, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi said. The mission said the mortal remains would be flown from Ho Chi Minh City to Mumbai on Vietnam Airlines flight VN979. "The flight is scheduled to depart Ho Chi Minh City at 1800 hrs local time and arrive at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai at 2135 hrs IST," it said in a social media post. The embassy said the respective state governments have been informed and requested to coordinate with the affected families for the onward transportation of the mortal remains to their final destinations. Of the 15 victims, 10 were from Tamil Nadu, three were from Andhra Pradesh, and two were from Kerala. Two of the deceased were women. "The Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City pray for the family members of the deceased," it said. A speedboat carrying 32 Indi