New Delhi: India’s aviation sector faced major disruption on March 1 as 444 flights were cancelled due to escalating tensions in West Asia and continued airspace restrictions over Iran and neighbouring regions. The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) confirmed that 410 domestic carrier flights were cancelled on February 28, while…
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MoCA Reviews Aviation Safety Amid Middle East Situation
New Delhi – The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) conducted a high-level review on Friday to assess aviation preparedness in light of the evolving situation in the Middle East, which may impact international air operations. The review focused on ensuring passenger safety, maintaining operational continuity, and coordinating responses to airspace…
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DGCA Allows Free Air Ticket Changes Within 48 Hours
In a major relief for air travelers across India, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has introduced revised ticket refund norms that allow passengers to cancel or modify their air tickets within 48 hours of booking without paying any additional charges, subject to certain conditions. What the New DGCA…
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AAIB Says AI-171 Probe Ongoing, Media Reports Speculative
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has firmly clarified that the investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 accident is still ongoing and has not been finalised. The aviation safety regulator cautioned that recent media reports claiming that conclusions had already been reached are speculative and inaccurate. The bureau emphasised…
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Wings India 2026 to Showcase India’s Aviation Rise Globally
India’s civil aviation sector, one of the fastest-growing in the world, is set to command global attention at Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, scheduled from January 28 to 31 at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad. The four-day mega event will showcase India’s transformation into a major global aviation…
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Centre to Allow Multiple Airports in Major Cities: Rammohan Naidu
In a significant policy shift aimed at addressing India’s rapidly growing air travel demand, the Union government will allow the operation of two or more airports in major cities. Union Minister for Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announced that the Centre will review the long-standing restriction that bars airports within…
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India Grants Airline NOCs to Boost Competition
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to two new airline applicants, Al Hind Air and FlyExpress, in a bid to expand competition in India’s aviation sector. The approvals come at a time when operational disruptions at IndiGo have highlighted the risks of market concentration. Government…
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India Grants NOCs to Two New Airlines After IndiGo Crisis
In a significant move to strengthen competition in India’s aviation sector, the Centre has granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to two new airline applicants Al Hind Air and FlyExpress. The decision comes in the wake of widespread flight disruptions at IndiGo earlier this month, which exposed the risks of excessive…
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PM Modi Urges Fair Rules as IndiGo Faces Crackdown
New Delhi, Dec 09, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi cautioned that government rules should enhance systems, not cause hardship for Indian citizens, as the Centre signalled punitive action against IndiGo following widespread flight disruptions. PM’s message at NDA lawmaker meeting Speaking at a morning meeting of NDA lawmakers, Parliamentary Affairs…
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Swift Restoration of Airline Operations MoCA Update
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) today issued a comprehensive update on recovery measures following the recent IndiGo operational crisis, saying that domestic air services are stabilising quickly and that passenger convenience and rights remain the government’s foremost concern. The ministry outlined steps including a temporary fare cap, accelerated refunds,…