Vistara will cease operations on November 12, 2024, as it merges with Tata Group’s Air India. Passengers can book flights through Air India’s website, with Vistara flights maintaining their brand until November 11. Singapore Airlines has secured a 25.1% stake in the merged airline following Indian government approval for foreign investment. Vistara’s frequent flyer program, ...
 "An Air India passenger discovered a cockroach in her omelette, leading to food poisoning and an urgent investigation by the airline.")
An Air India passenger recently expressed outrage after discovering a cockroach in an omelette served during a flight from Delhi to New York on September 17, 2024. In a post on social media, the passenger shared distressing details, noting that her two-year-old child had eaten half of the contaminated meal before they found the cockroach, ...
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issued a strong warning to Pakistan-backed terrorists, emphasizing India’s new stance of zero tolerance towards terrorism. Speaking at a rally in Udhampur, he stated that any attempts to incite violence would lead to their swift elimination. Adityanath highlighted the progress in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article ...
 "Air India battles fleet challenges and delays post-Tata takeover, striving for a world-class transformation amid global shortages.")
Air India, under the Tata Group’s ownership since 2022, is striving to modernize its outdated fleet as part of a five-year turnaround plan. CEO Campbell Wilson pointed out that the airline faces significant challenges, including global parts shortages and the need for equipment upgrades. Air India’s efforts include placing significant orders for new planes and ...
The Indian government has appointed Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh as the new Chief of the Air Staff, effective September 30, 2024. He will succeed the current Chief, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, who will retire on the same day. Air Marshal Singh, who previously served as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, has ...
During the 75th anniversary celebration of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in Chennai, Chief Minister MK Stalin emphasized the party’s continued relevance, claiming it will remain essential for the next hundred years. He encouraged party members to ensure a significant victory in the upcoming 2026 assembly elections, building on the recent success in the Lok ...
 "Air India Express plans to eliminate business class seats by 2025 amidst a major fleet expansion and operational restructuring.")
Air India Express is planning to phase out business class seats from its aircraft by 2025. This decision comes as the airline, part of the Tata Group, prepares to merge AIX Connect with itself next month. Currently, Air India Express operates a fleet of 85 aircraft, which is expected to grow to around 100 by ...
 "Mothers unite to demand urgent action against India’s air pollution crisis, linking it to children’s health and life expectancy.")
A group of mothers in India, known as the “Warrior Moms,” is urging the Union Health Ministry to implement “Low Emission Zones” around hospitals and update the Air Quality Index standards that have been delayed for over two years. In a letter to Health Minister J P Nadda, they proposed creating a “Health Action Plan” ...
 "Karnataka cities face alarming air pollution levels, with PM2.5 soaring six to seven times above WHO guidelines, raising serious health concerns.")
A recent Greenpeace India report highlights alarming air quality issues in three major Karnataka cities: Bengaluru, Mangaluru, and Mysuru. The findings indicate that particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) levels in these cities are significantly higher than the World Health Organization’s guidelines. In areas like Hyderabad and Chennai, PM2.5 levels are six to seven times above ...
 "Air India Unveils Bengaluru MRO Facility: 1,200 Jobs and Future Growth")
Air India is set to enhance India’s aviation landscape with a new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru. Announced by CEO Campbell Wilson, this project will create over 1,200 direct jobs for aviation engineers and significantly boost the local economy by generating seven times as many indirect jobs. The groundbreaking ceremony marked the ...
