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Auto companies say disruptions in Chinese imports will hurt their recovery

Over a quarter of India's auto part imports - worth $4.2 billion - came from China in 2019, according to the data from Auto Component Manufacturers' Association of India (ACMA).

Delhi Airport sees business potential from rare repatriation flights

During the two months of lockdown, the airport handled about 92 flights to 28 destinations that have never been connected from Delhi

Domestic airlines allowed to operate at up to 45% of total capacity

Airline executives said that demand was primarily unidirectional meaning the aircraft are flying on one route with little passengers

Delhi-Mumbai no more than Rs 10,000 as govt sets limits on airfares

No food on board, carriers to provide safety equipment; passengers can only do web check-in, must have Aarogya Setu app in order to fly

Covid-19: Govt proposes to make Aarogya Setu app mandatory for air travel

Passengers who have a green code in the app will be allowed to enter airport terminal

Covid-19 crisis: Airlines say flights between green zones unviable

Want services to resume only after at least three major airports in the country become functional

Centre reverses stance, allows domestic flights to resume on May 25

Aviation minister's tweet caught airlines and airports off guard as they were preparing for a resumption from June 1

Covid-19 lockdown: Airlines go for cuts again as grounding may extend

With indications of a longer period of air transport grounding, many airlines are looking at further cuts in employee salary.

Covid-19 crisis: Govt considers regulating air-ticket prices after lockdown

The govt's move has divided the industry with executives of airlines and experts suggesting that government's intervention in pricing will be counterproductive

Rahul Bhatia-owned InterGlobe Enterprises eyes failed Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia entered bankruptcy administration two weeks back; May 15 is last date to lodge first offers

After a washout month, automobile industry seeks resumption of business

All manufacturers reported zero sales in April as factories and dealerships were shut

Indian air traffic down 33% in March, with zero passengers in last six days

Flights were grounded for seven days in March but weak sentiments worsen fall

Covid-19 impact: SpiceJet says pilots will not be paid for April and May

Only those flying cargo aircraft will be paid according to the hours they fly

Airlines seek 6 month lease rent deferral, rates reduction to cut costs

Aircraft lease rentals account for around 15 per cent of an airline's overall expense and since these are paid in dollars are also subject to currency fluctuation.

Coronavirus impact: Airlines dismiss proposal to keep middle seat vacant

Suggest mandatory masks, gloves for passengers to ensure safety

Covid-19 impact: IndiGo shuts bookings till May 31 after DGCA order

A formal ban on forward bookings from the aviation regulator came after a tweet from Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Covid-19 impact: DGCA bars airlines from new bookings until further clarity

Under Aircraft Act, 1934, the government has emergency power to make rules to safeguard national security and public health

Labourers in Mumbai defy coronavirus lockdown as desperation peaks

A probe into the matter has started and it is being enquired if the workers were already employed, or had been laid off

Corporate India braces for $26-bn a week loss amid coronavirus outbreak

Nation may lose close to over $5 bn due to lockdown, says Ficci

Covid-19: IndiGo plans to restart operations from May 4, slash capacity

Airline will also follow strict zonal boarding process to prevent grouping of flyers