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Delta Air Lines’ ‘undergarment’ memo for interviewees draw flak; company says 'helping candidates dress for success'

Delta Airlines has faced criticism for its updated appearance guidelines for prospective flight attendants, detailing undergarment requirements and grooming standards.

The Economic Times

Neutral on InterGlobe Aviation, target price Rs 4970: Motilal Oswal

InterGlobe Aviation Ltd., incorporated in the year 2004, is a Large Cap company (having a market cap of Rs 190471.33 Crore) operating in Airlines sector.

Business Standard

Indian entrepreneur sells private arm of UK-based Tails Trading Group

Tails Trading Group, a UK-based supplier of multi-category consumer packaged goods led by an Indian entrepreneur, has announced the sale of its private labelling arm to a large international investor consortium for GBP 395 million. The group's labelling division has been a key supplier of a wide range of products including food and beverages, personal hygiene items, small domestic appliances and household cleaning products, with its diverse client base made up of large retailers, hotels, airlines and regional importers across North America and Europe. Terming this as a strategic move marking a significant milestone in his company's evolution, Siddharth Shankar, CEO of Tails Trading Group, said in a statement this week: We welcome this bid and are confident that the business and its social impact are safe, if not in better hands, with the new management. According to the group statement, the investor consortium is led by energy major NetOil and includes companies from the consumer ..

The Economic Times

OTT rules come into focus after outrage over Kandahar series

The controversy surrounding Netflix's 'IC-814-The Kandahar Hijack' series has sparked discussions on tighter content regulation for OTT platforms. The series, based on the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight, faced backlash for inaccuracies and misleading promotion. Netflix India agreed to update disclaimers, but concerns remain about its portrayal as a true story.

Business Standard

India very important market, looking at more frequencies: Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines is keen to expand its operations into India, which is a "very important market", according to a top airline official. The airline, which currently flies to nine Indian cities, is eyeing new destinations as well as looking to increase frequencies to Trivandrum and Ahmedabad. Part of the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), Malaysia Airlines operates daily flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Amritsar, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kochi. It also has four weekly services from Ahmedabad and Trivandrum. "We continue to remain excited about the Indian market. It has been driven by robust economic movement," MAG's Group Managing Director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail told PTI in an interview. "We aspire to expand more into India... that will happen only next year... India is a very important market," he said and added that it will look at expansion once it gets more aircraft. Currently, Malaysia Airlines operates 71 weekly flights to India. The flights to Amritsar were increased from

The Economic Times

India is 'very important market'; looking at more frequencies, new destinations: Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines plans to expand its operations in India, considering it a crucial market. The airline currently flies to nine Indian cities and aims to increase frequencies to Trivandrum and Ahmedabad. Expansion will occur next year, contingent on acquiring more aircraft. Malaysia Airlines operates 71 weekly flights to India.

Business Standard

Cathay Cargo wants Indian airlines to use Hong Kong-based cargo terminal

Cathay Cargo, part of Cathay Pacific Airways, has said it wants Indian airlines to use its Hong Kong-based cargo terminal for various freight movements and is already in active discussion with one carrier. According to Mark Watts, Chief Operating Officer of Cathay Cargo Terminal, the facility, with an annual shipment handling capacity of 2.7 million tonnes, is open for all airlines that fly into Hong Kong. "We don't currently have any Indian air carriers, but I would definitely like to have more Indian air carriers using the Cathay Cargo terminal, and we are in active discussions with one at the moment," Watts told PTI in an interview. He refused to reveal the name of the Indian carrier with which the talks are in progress. Watts said the facility, spread over 1 lakh square metres, is "right-sized for the short and medium term", and has scope for further expansion. "In terms of our overall facility size, we actually think we're right-sized for the short and medium term...we've got

The Economic Times

Cathay Cargo wants Indian airlines to use its Hong Kong terminal; in talks with one firm

Cathay Cargo, part of Cathay Pacific Airways, is in talks with an Indian airline to use its Hong Kong-based cargo terminal. The facility has a capacity of 2.7 million tonnes annually and aims for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Cathay Cargo also focuses on sustainability and operational efficiency improvements.

The Economic Times

Boeing strike hits production: Akasa Air, Air India Express, and SpiceJet bracing for impact

Thousands of Boeing workers have gone on strike after rejecting the company's contract offer, marking the first strike in 16 years. This disruption could affect airplane production and deliveries, impacting Indian airlines like Akasa Air, Air India Express, and SpiceJet. Both Boeing and the union are expected to return to negotiations soon.

Business Standard

Flight schedules may get impacted due to bad weather in Delhi: Airlines

IndiGo and SpiceJet on Friday evening said that flight schedules may get affected due to bad weather in the national capital while the Delhi airport saw diversion of one flight amid heavy rains. On Friday, heavy rains lashed parts of Delhi on Friday afternoon and the weather department has predicted more showers. An official in the know said one flight of AIX Connect coming from Bagdogra to Delhi was diverted to Lucknow due to bad weather. "It's pouring heavily in #Delhi, affecting flight schedules. If you're planning to jet off, please keep a tab on your flight status... and plan ahead, as roads leading to the airport may be waterlogged," IndiGo said in a post on X at 5.03 pm. In a post on X at 5.12 pm, SpiceJet said that due to bad weather in Delhi, all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may get affected. "Traffic congestion and slow vehicle movement are expected enroute Delhi Airport due to heavy rains. Passengers travelling to the airport are requested to keep

The Economic Times

Domestic air traffic rises 5.7% to 1.31 crore in Aug: Official data

Indian airlines carried 1.31 crore passengers in August, marking a 5.7% increase from the previous year. Flight delays affected 1,79,744 passengers, while cancellations impacted 38,599. IndiGo led market share at 62.4%, followed by Air India at 14.7%. Akasa Air topped On Time Performance at 71.2%.

Business Standard

Domestic air traffic rises 5.7% to 13.1 mn in August: Official data

Indian airlines carried 1.31 crore passengers in August, an increase of 5.7 per cent compared to the year-ago period, according to official data released on Friday. In August 2023, carriers had flown 1.24 crore domestic passengers while in July this year, the count stood at 1.29 crore. The report released by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) showed that last month, flight delays impacted 1,79,744 passengers with airlines shelling out around Rs 2.44 crore towards facilitation. As many as 38,599 passengers were affected by flight cancellations and carriers spent about Rs 1.14 crore for compensation and facilities. "The overall cancellation rate of scheduled domestic airlines for the month of August 2024 has been 0.83 per cent," the report said. A total of 728 passengers were denied boarding and the amount spent towards compensation and facilities in this regard was Rs 77.96 lakh. "Passengers carried by domestic airlines during January-August 2024 were 1,054.66 lakh a

Business Standard

DGCA frames stricter norms for wet-leased plane ops by Indian airlines

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Thursday proposed stricter norms for the oversight of wet-leased planes operated by Indian airlines. Faced with the grounding of a significant number of planes due to engine and supply chain woes, domestic carriers are utilising more wet-leased aircraft as a short-term measure to cater to rising air traffic demand. The watchdog has issued a draft for public consultation on the revised Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) on wet/damp lease operations by Indian operators to strengthen the regulatory framework for safety oversight of wet/damp lease operations. Wet lease of an aircraft by an Indian carrier involves the leasing of foreign aircraft, along with crew, maintenance and insurance. The plane is also under the operational control of the foreign operator (lessor) and subject to regulatory requirements of the foreign civil aviation authority concerned. The safety oversight of such operations is also under the purview of the foreign

The Economic Times

DGCA proposes stricter norms for wet-leased plane operations by Indian airlines

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed stricter norms for the oversight of wet-leased planes operated by Indian airlines. This move aims to address safety concerns and enhance regulatory frameworks, as domestic carriers increasingly rely on wet-leased aircraft due to engine and supply chain issues. Public consultation on the draft is now open.

The Economic Times

Delhi and Mumbai international airports feature amongst busiest in world

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport have been recognized among the world's most well-connected hubs by UK-based air consultancy firm OAG. Delhi improved its rank to 24, while Mumbai dropped to 44. IndiGo has become one of the world's largest airlines, with Delhi and Mumbai as its major hubs.

The Economic Times

GST relief to foreign airlines on import of services a positive move: IATA Director Gen

India's decision to exempt foreign airlines from import service taxes is a significant boost for the aviation sector. The GST council's move aligns with global practices and enhances India's image in the industry. This change is expected to improve air connectivity, economic growth, and job creation in the country.

Business Standard

Airlines' group IATA flags concerns over rise in airport charges in India

Global airlines' grouping IATA on Wednesday flagged concerns about a significant increase in airport charges in India and suggested having regulations to ensure all costs can be controlled in a way that will allow more people to travel by air. In India, tariffs for major airports are approved by the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) and in recent times, charges at some airports have gone up. Emphasising that countries should be careful around airport charges, IATA Director General Willie Walsh on Wednesday said after privatisation of some airports, "there has been an automatic increase in charges in what we have witnessed in India". "India needs to be congratulated for the investment infrastructure in recent years which will pay dividends but only if costs are controlled. At the moment, we continue to be concerned around the very significant increase in airport charges in India...," he said. He also mentioned that IATA has concerns about airport charges in a number of .

The Economic Times

GST exemption to foreign airlines will burnish India’s image: IATA director general

India's decision to exempt the import of services by foreign airlines is expected to boost confidence in the aviation sector, Willie Walsh said. The GST Council's move aligns with tax benefits Indian carriers receive abroad. This change could enhance India's image in global aviation and foster economic growth through improved connectivity.

The Economic Times

ONGC, Oil India shares slip up to 6% on falling crude prices. Here is what analysts say

Oil India Share Price: Shares of ONGC and Oil India fell sharply on BSE due to a significant drop in crude oil prices, influenced by OPEC's revised demand forecasts. The decline in oil prices impacts the profit margins of these companies. However, sectors like paints, airlines, and FMCG may benefit from lower crude prices.

The Economic Times

ANI sues Netflix for using its content in hijack drama

Indian news agency ANI has sued Netflix and the producers of the series 'IC-814: The Kandahar Hijack' for using its content without permission. The series, which depicts the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight, has faced criticism for its portrayal of the hijackers. ANI seeks to have four episodes taken down.

Business Standard

Civil aviation ministry trying to address SpiceJet's issues: Rammohan Naidu

The civil aviation ministry is looking at the issues being faced by SpiceJet and address them as the efforts are aimed at having a balance that will allow operations of more airlines amid the high demand in the Indian market, Union minister K Rammohan Naidu said on Monday. The airline is grappling with multiple issues, including financial and legal woes. On August 29, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) decided to place crisis-hit SpiceJet under enhanced surveillance that will entail increased spot checks and night surveillance to ensure the safety of the airline's operations. "We are looking at SpiceJet... with the demand we have, we need more airlines to operate. So we are trying to have a balance and address the problems and (ensure the) airline runs properly," the minister said. He was responding to a question about concerns regarding the budget carrier. To a query about air ticket prices, the minister said airfares are market-driven and it is being monitored by th

The Economic Times

Civil aviation ministry looking at SpiceJet; trying to address issues, says Union Minister Rammohan Naidu

The civil aviation ministry is addressing issues faced by SpiceJet to ensure more airlines can operate amid high demand in India. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has placed SpiceJet under enhanced surveillance due to its financial and legal troubles. Union minister K Rammohan Naidu mentioned that airfares are market-driven but monitored by the ministry, which will intervene if prices rise steeply. He spoke at a conference organized by Ficci in the national capital.

The Economic Times

Relief for foreign airlines as Sitharaman-led panel exempts them from GST after DGGI issued demand notices worth Rs 10K cr

GST Foreign Airlines Tax Rates: The GST Council's 54th meeting in New Delhi decided to exempt foreign airline companies from GST on imported services. This move provides relief to airlines like British Airways and Emirates, which faced tax notices for unpaid dues. The decision follows a probe initiated in August 2023.

Business Line

Thomas Cook, SOTC Travel enter strategic partnership with Malaysia Airlines

The collaboration aims to leverage Malaysia Airlines’ extensive connectivity across India’s metro and regional markets, promoting Malaysia as both a destination and a gateway to other Asian countries and beyond.

Mint

Overseas air traffic up 13% in April-June, domestic airlines gain

Indian airlines expanded their share of overseas traffic in the Indian market to 45.6% as their overseas peers recorded a decline to 54.4%

The Economic Times

IndiGo issues apology after flyers experience discomfort on Delhi-Varanasi flight

IndiGo Airlines apologized after passengers on a Delhi-Varanasi flight experienced discomfort due to a malfunctioning air conditioning system. The cabin temperature rose, causing panic and some passengers to faint. IndiGo attributed the issue to temperature fluctuations and assured that the crew assisted affected passengers. A similar incident occurred in June on a Delhi-Bagdogra flight, where high ground temperatures caused delays.

Hindustan Times

Wi-Fi on flights is about to get better with low orbit satellite technology like Elon Musk's Starlink: Report

Elon Musk's Starlink offers Wi-Fi on Hawaiian Airlines and small carriers like JSX using low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites less than a thousand miles from earth

The Economic Times

After hoax bomb threat, Vistara sends substitute aircraft to fly passengers stuck at Turkish airport

A Vistara Airlines flight from Mumbai to Frankfurt made an emergency landing in Erzurum, Turkey, due to a bomb threat. Turkish officials found a note in the lavatory, prompting a search and evacuation of 234 passengers and 13 crew members. The threat was later confirmed as false. An alternate aircraft will be sent to take passengers to Frankfurt.

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AI Express, Akasa Air rip premium seats even as no-frills IndiGo adds business class

Akasa Air and Air India Express are removing premium seats from their fleets to streamline operations, contrasting with IndiGo’s strategy of introducing business class from November, raising questions about consumer willingness to pay more for luxury in no-frills airlines.

Mint

Air Travelers in Malaysia to Get Full Refund for Delayed Flights

Airlines in Malaysia will have to give passengers the option of a refund if their flight is delayed for five hours or more, as the Southeast Asian nation joins countries beefing up consumer air-travel rights.

The Economic Times

Mumbai-Frankfurt Vistara flight makes emergency landing in Turkey after bomb threat

A Vistara Airlines flight from Mumbai to Frankfurt made an emergency landing in Erzurum, Turkey, after a note reading 'bomb on board' was found in a lavatory. All 234 passengers and 13 crew members were safely evacuated. Authorities are conducting security checks, and operations at Erzurum Airport are halted until 9 p.m. local time.

Business Standard

Malaysia Airlines plans to bring flights to more non-metro cities in India

Malaysia Airlines plans to fly to more non-metro cities in India as well as increase the frequency of flights to Ahmedabad and Trivandrum, a senior airline official said on Friday. The carrier, part of the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), currently connects nine Indian cities with Kuala Lumpur and operates 71 weekly flights to India. Dersenish Aresandiran, Chief Commercial Officer of Airline Business at MAG, said Malaysia Airlines plans to increase frequencies to Ahmedabad and Trivandrum. The airline also plans to operate to more non-metro cities in India where there are no restrictions due to bilateral flying rights, he told PTI on the sidelines of a briefing here. The bilateral flying rights between India and Malaysia, based on the number of seats airlines from either side can operate, is mostly utilised for metro routes in India. So, Malaysia Airlines can have more services to non-metro cities in the country as there are no restrictions of the bilateral flying rights. Currently,

The Economic Times

Vistara-Air India merger: Hamish Maxwell to be new COO of merged AIX, Pushpinder Singh goes back to parent Air India

Hamish Maxwell, currently Senior Vice President of Flight Operations at Vistara, is set to become the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the merged AIX, following the integration of Air India Express and AIX Connect (formerly AirAsia India). Maxwell, who has previously worked with Singapore Airlines and played a key role in Vistara's growth, will lead AIX through its next phase of growth and transformation.

The Economic Times

Malaysia Airlines plans to connect more non-metro cities in India

Malaysia Airlines is set to expand its services in India by increasing flight frequencies to Ahmedabad and Trivandrum, and targeting more non-metro cities. Currently operating 71 weekly flights to nine Indian cities, the airline aims to leverage bilateral flying rights for further growth. The impact of network reduction on India operations remains minimal.

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Rategain Travel partners with Africa’s TAAG Angola Airlines to offer pricing management solutions

Rategain Share Price | As part of the deal, TAAG will use AirGain, Rategain's airline revenue management product, to gain real-time competitive insights and enhance its pricing strategies in both domestic and international markets, Rategain Travel Technologies said in a stock exchange filing.

Business Line

TAAG Angola Airlines partners with RateGain for pricing intelligence

The partnership aims to provide TAAG with real-time competitive insights for informed pricing decisions in both domestic and international markets

Business Line

This new passive fund tracks the tourism theme: Should you invest?

Kotak Nifty India Tourism Index fund will invest in airlines, airport operators, hotels, restaurants and travel portals

The Economic Times

Netflix India on 'IC814: The Kandahar Hijack' row: Opening disclaimer updated to include real and code names

Netflix India has updated the opening disclaimer of its series 'IC814: The Kandahar Hijack' to include the real and code names of the hijackers. This change follows concerns over the depiction of Hindu code names. The series, directed by Anubhav Sinha, is based on the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814.

Hindustan Times

Shankar Sharma praises Air India's new first class cabin: ‘Kidney bechna padega fares of others' will be crushed

Air India's new first-class cabin receives praise for its design, comfort and service, challenging high fares of West Asian airlines.

Business Standard

ATF price slashed 4.6%, commercial LPG up Rs 39 per 19-kg cylinder

The price reduction will help ease the burden on airlines for whom fuel makes up for almost 40 per cent of the operating cost