Air India
Air India Flight Returns to Chennai Airport After Bird Strike: Passengers Safely Evacuated
Oct 07, 2025 04:55 pm CST
An Air India flight carrying 158 passengers safely landed at Chennai Airport after experiencing a bird strike, leading to the cancellation of its return journey to Colombo. All passengers were safely evacuated and the airline arranged an alternative aircraft for those traveling to Colombo.
DGCA Directs Airlines to Increase Flights and Control Fares Ahead of Diwali Season
Oct 05, 2025 08:25 pm CST
India's aviation regulator DGCA has instructed domestic airlines to expand flight capacity and maintain reasonable pricing during the busy Diwali travel season. In response, major carriers including IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet have announced hundreds of additional flights for October and November. The regulator will continue monitoring fares to protect passenger interests during this high-demand period.
Air India Boeing 787 Makes Emergency Landing After Ram Air Turbine Deployment: Safety Concerns Amid Previous Crash Investigation
Oct 05, 2025 03:13 pm CST
An Air India Boeing 787 aircraft safely landed at Birmingham after its Ram Air Turbine unexpectedly deployed during final approach. The incident comes amid ongoing investigations into the fatal June crash of another Air India Boeing 787. The aircraft has been grounded for inspection while alternative arrangements are made for passengers.
Air India Relocates 60 Domestic Flights to Delhi's Terminal 2 from October 26 as Part of Airport Expansion
Oct 03, 2025 11:19 pm CST
Air India will relocate 60 domestic flights to Delhi Airport's Terminal 2 starting October 26, 2025, while Air India Express moves its domestic operations to Terminal 1. The change is necessitated by Terminal 3 expansion work by DIAL to increase international capacity. Special flight numbering will help passengers identify terminal locations, with inter-terminal transfer services available for connecting travelers.
Air India Launches Direct Flights from Delhi to Manila: Expanding Southeast Asian Connectivity
Oct 02, 2025 02:12 am CST
Air India has inaugurated direct flight services between Delhi and Manila, operating five times weekly with Airbus A321LR aircraft offering three-class cabin configurations. This expansion boosts Air India's Southeast Asian network to eight destinations across seven countries, strengthening connections between India and the Philippines.
Air India and Airbus Launch Advanced Pilot Training Facility with Rs 1,000 Crore Investment in Haryana
Oct 01, 2025 12:18 am CST
Air India and Airbus have established a state-of-the-art joint venture training facility in Haryana, featuring 10 full-flight simulators with an investment exceeding Rs 1,000 crore. This facility will train over 5,000 new pilots in the next decade, representing a significant step toward making India's aviation industry self-reliant and supporting Air India's fleet expansion of 570 new aircraft.
Shashi Tharoor Criticizes Air India Over Reported Flight Cancellations in Kerala
Sep 30, 2025 12:48 am CST
Congressman Shashi Tharoor has publicly challenged Air India regarding reports of substantial flight reductions across Kerala airports in the upcoming winter schedule. The Thiruvananthapuram MP warns these service cuts will harm migrant workers, students, tourism, and trade in the region, expressing concern that Kerala is being treated as an "afterthought" by the Tata-owned airline. Air India has not yet responded to these allegations.
Air India Partners with Zomato: Earn Travel Miles Through Food Delivery
Sep 25, 2025 06:40 pm CST
Air India and Zomato have launched an innovative partnership allowing customers to earn Maharaja Club loyalty points when ordering food. The collaboration offers 2% points on orders above Rs 499, welcome bonuses for new members, and daily ticket giveaways. This first-of-its-kind alliance in India seamlessly connects travel rewards with everyday dining experiences.
10 Dead As Rain Paralyses Kolkata Before Durga Puja, 100 Flights Affected
Sep 23, 2025 10:14 pm CST
5 Dead In Kolkata As Heavy Rain Causes Flooding, Traffic Chaos
Delhi-Bound Air India Plane Returns To London Airport From Taxiway As Flier Fails To Board
Sep 22, 2025 01:42 pm CST
Air India said the passenger had mistakenly proceeded to the arrivals area instead of the departure gate.