Government Approves ₹10,000 Crore ATF Fund

By BPN News Desk June 4, 2026

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The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹10,000 crore ATF Price Stabilisation Fund to support Indian airlines during the ongoing period of sharp fuel price volatility linked to the West Asia crisis. ATF Price Stabilisation Fund For Airlines The one-time budgetary support will be provided to oil

Op-Eds Opinion

Global Jet Fuel Crisis Is Exposing India’s Diesel-First Energy Priorities

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

The ongoing turmoil in global energy markets has begun to ripple through aviation in a visible and immediate way. Airlines across the world are grappling with a sharp surge in jet fuel prices, triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, supply chain risks around critical routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, and higher […]

National

India Allows Ethanol Blending In Aviation Fuel

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

India has amended aviation turbine fuel rules to allow blending with ethanol and other synthetic hydrocarbons, opening the door for cleaner fuel options in the aviation sector. The move is aimed at reducing dependence on imported crude oil and supporting lower-emission fuel alternatives, though the government has not announced any immediate mandatory blending targets.

National

Chandrasekaran Flags Challenges At Air India

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2026

Air India is going through a “challenging time,” Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran told employees, urging them to stay focused on execution and cost discipline as the airline navigates operational and financial pressures. Chandrasekaran Flags Challenges At Air India Addressing employees at a townhall, Chandrasekaran acknowledged that the airline is currently facing a

National

Government Removes Domestic Airfare Caps

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

The Centre has removed temporary fare caps on domestic air travel, allowing airlines to price tickets freely again from March 23 as operating costs continue to rise sharply. The move comes after months of restrictions that were introduced during the aviation disruption linked to the IndiGo crisis, but airlines had argued that soaring fuel and […]

International

Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights Indian airlines are planning to operate 58 flights to destinations in the Middle East as services gradually resume amid disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Authorities said carriers are adjusting schedules while closely monitoring airspace restrictions and safety conditions across the region. Indian Airlines

International

Turkish Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Kolkata

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

A Turkish Airlines passenger aircraft made an emergency landing at Kolkata airport on Wednesday after a warning of a fire in its right engine, officials said. Engine Fire Alert After Takeoff of Turkish Airlines The aircraft, flying from Kathmandu to Istanbul, was carrying 236 passengers and crew members. Shortly after departure, the cockpit crew received […]

Op-Eds Opinion

No ILS, No ATC, No Margin: The Normalisation of Risk at VIP Airstrips

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

The tragedy at Baramati should not be treated as an isolated aviation mishap or reduced to a question of pilot judgment in bad weather. It is a window into a deeper and more uncomfortable truth about how VIP aviation operates in India. Accidents in aviation rarely occur because someone suddenly abandons common sense. They occur […]

Business

Adani, Embraer Sign MoU on Aircraft Manufacturing

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

Adani Defence and Aerospace and Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore aircraft manufacturing opportunities in India. The partnership aims to develop a domestic ecosystem for regional aircraft production in line with India’s push to strengthen its aviation manufacturing capabilities. Scope of the Collaboration Under the MoU,

International

Canada Seeks Probe After Air India Pilot Fails Alcohol Tests

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Canadian authorities have sought a formal investigation after an Air India pilot failed two breathalyser tests ahead of a scheduled international flight from Vancouver. The pilot was due to operate an Air India service departing from Vancouver International Airport but was removed from duty after testing positive for alcohol during pre-flight checks conducted by local […]