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Air India suspends several international flights: Check which routes are affected

Air India is temporarily suspending and reducing flights on several international routes from June to August 2026 due to airspace restrictions and high jet fuel prices. These adjustments aim to improve network stability, with affected passengers offered alternatives. The airline will still operate over 1,200 international flights monthly.

The Economic Times

Air India dismisses rumours of cancelling all international flights till July

Air India has refuted claims of cancelling all international flights due to fuel shortages. The airline is temporarily reducing some overseas operations. This adjustment follows reports linking route cuts to soaring jet fuel prices and longer flight paths due to airspace issues. These factors are impacting profitability on certain international…

The Economic Times

Has Air India cancelled all international flights until July 2026? Here’s the truth behind the viral claim

Air India Flights: Rumors of Air India suspending all international flights until July 2026 are misleading. The airline has temporarily reduced services on select routes due to rising costs and geopolitical tensions, not a complete cancellation. Flights to major global destinations continue, though some long-haul sectors face reduced frequency.

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Sachin Tendulkar’s Wholesome Air India Moment Wins the Internet

Sometimes the internet surprises everyone with a moment that feels refreshingly simple and wholesome. This time, it involved cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and India’s national carrier Air India.

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Air India Maharaja Club: Earn up to 200,000 bonus points for converting reward points under airline's May 2026 offer

The Bonus Points earned during the Points Fest can significantly enhance members’ ability to redeem rewards across Air India’s expanding domestic and international network. 2,00,000 Maharaja Points can get members, for example, up to 5 one-way Economy Class tickets between Mumbai and London Heathrow or up to 20 round-trips on…

The Economic Times

Air India cuts nearly 100 flights after Iran war sends fuel prices soaring

Airline’s CEO says massive rise in jet fuel prices and airspace closures in India’s neighbourhood ‘have caused many of our international flights to become unprofitable to operate’

The Independent UK

Indian airlines body warns aviation industry ‘on the verge of closing down’ over jet fuel prices

Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet – represented by the Federation of Indian Airlines – issue urgent appeal to government of India

The Independent UK

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‘I lost my wife and daughter in the Air India crash. Now I’m being told to leave Britain’

INTERVIEW: Mohammad Shethwala, 28, has applied for leave to remain in Britain on compassionate grounds after the disaster 10 months ago. He tells Namita Singh he wants to stay to honour their memories

The Independent UK

Home Office branded 'cruel' as father who lost entire family in Air India jet crash booted out of UK

Mohammad Shethwala, dependent on his wife for his British visa, had his request for an extension rejected

Evening Standard

Families call on UK regulator to ‘find the truth’ of Air India crash amid 'serious concerns 'about probe

The Air India Flight AI171, bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after take-off on June 12, killing 260 people

Evening Standard

Air India Flight Returns to Mumbai After Mid-Air Engine Issue, ‘PAN PAN’ Alert Declared

An Air India flight operating from Mumbai to Bengaluru made an emergency return shortly after take-off on Thursday after experiencing a mid-air technical issue, prompting pilots to declare a “PAN PAN” alert.

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Runaway catering vehicle slams into plane at one of India’s busiest airports

Catering vehicle strikes engine of stationary aircraft at about 9.30pm at airport in Kolkata

The Independent UK

Air India chief executive resigns after deadly crash and mounting safety concerns

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The Independent UK

Air India chief resigns 10 months after devastating Ahmedabad crash and amid mounting financial troubles

Airline continues to reel from impacts of last year’s crash involving a London-bound plane in western India, which killed 260 people

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How to Travel with Pets: New Airline Rules and Tips

Airlines have evolved in 2026 to accommodate pet parents better, with standout updates like Air India's "Paws on Board" now allowing cats and dogs up to 10kg (including carrier) in economy cabins across 80+ routes a big leap from prior 4kg limits and 72 hour notices. Booking is simpler at…

The Independent UK

Why a London-bound flight was diverted to Saudi Arabia

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London-bound Air India flight diverted to Saudi Arabia over ‘technical issue’

Flight from Bengaluru was airborne for over six hours before it was diverted to Jeddah

The Times of India

UAE-India flight alert for March 24: IndiGo warns of schedule changes; Air India, AIX to operate 24 flights

The ongoing conflict between US, Israel and Iran has extended into the larger Middle East. Countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman and others have been intercepting missile attacks from Iran.

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“Life Full Circle”: IndiGo Pilot’s Mid-Flight Surprise for Her Grandmother Goes Viral

Sometimes, life has a way of coming perfectly full circle, and a recent viral video of an IndiGo pilot and her grandmother is the ultimate proof. If you’ve ever had a dream that felt a world away, only to finally achieve it and share it with the person who saw…

The Guardian - UK

More British teenagers stranded abroad as result of new rules on dual nationals

Cases emerge after other people tell of change in Home Office policy on passports that has left people scrambling

The Times of India

Air India suspends Dubai flights, diverts UAE services overnight to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel war, Air India has rerouted flights from Dubai to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, temporarily suspending services to the major hub. This disruption, driven by security concerns and airspace restrictions, impacts global aviation. Other Indian carriers also face potential schedule changes as the region's vital air…

The Times of India

UAE March 16 flight update: Emirates suspends flights from Dubai, Etihad Airways and Air India announce limited schedule

The escalating tensions amid the Iran vs US-Israel war, have left much of the Middle East in a crisis. From flights to roadways and even markets, every aspect of daily life has been affected while the authorities work their best to monitor the situation and calm it.

The Times of India

Big relief for travellers stranded in the Gulf: Air India, Air India Express add 62 extra flights to UAE, Saudi Arabia amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Air India group is adding 62 extra flights to the UAE and Saudi Arabia, boosting India-Gulf connectivity amid regional air route disruptions. This move aims to help thousands of stranded passengers and restore vital travel links for millions of expatriates. The expanded schedule prioritizes key Gulf destinations, offering much-needed relief.

The Times of India

UAE travel alert: Etihad Airways announces schedule for March 10-12, check destinations

The Iran-US-Israel war has left thousands of passengers stranded across the UAE due to airspace shutdown, flight cancellations and mid-air diversions. While the UAE authorities have been commended for their aid to the tourists, providing hotel and food vouchers along with transportation, many have been vying to go home on…

The Times of India

UAE to India flights resume? Air India to operate 32 special flights on March 9

Thousands of travellers have been stranded across the UAE since February 28, after widespread airspace closures were announced in the region. Triggered by the rising geopolitical tensions due to the Iran-US-Israel war, numerous Gulf countries and those connected to their airways, were forced to cancel and reschedule flights, forcing numerous…

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