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Covid-19: Rising global tally, update on Vande Bharat Mission & more

Countrywise, US Covid-19 cases surpass 5 million-mark on Sunday. The US is followed by Brazil with over 3 million cases and India with over 2.2 million infected people

Kerala plane crash: Air India praises Malappuram residents for saving lives

Investigation for the accident is continuing and will take some time before it is completed, Air India Express said

All issues red-flagged by DGCA in past addressed by Kozhikode airport: Puri

All issues such as excessive rubber deposits, water stagnation and cracks that were red-flagged by DGCA in the past were "addressed and rectified" by the Kozhikode airport, said Aviation Minister Puri

In the backdrop of Kozhikode crash, Patna airport cries for attention

60 people were killed when a Delhi-bound Boeing 737 from Kolkata ploughed through a residential locality in Patna

Aviation minister announces interim relief for victims of AIE flight crash

Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday announced an interim relief of Rs 10 lakh for each of those who died in the Air India Express crash at the Karipur airport here.

Air India plane crash: Black box recovered, 1 dead tests Covid-19 positive

Puri announced Rs 10 lakh interim relief for each of the deceased, Rs 200,000 for the seriously injured and Rs 50,000 for those who suffered minor injuries

Kerala plane crash: DGCA, Civil Aviation, AAI officials to meet in Delhi

At least 18 people including two pilots have lost their lives in the incident. However, the four-cabin crew members are safe

Air India harassing travels agents selling Vande Bharat tickets: Group

Air India is being 'monopolistic', says group representing travel agents.

Nearly 950,000 Indians returned from abroad under Vande Bharat Mission: MEA

"As on date, nearly 950,000 Indians have returned home under this mission. We are presently in phase 5 which was operationalised from August 1," he said

DGCA blocks SpiceJet's promo offer, says it breaches govt pricing order

SpiceJet was offering one-way fares starting at Rs 899 and a complimentary voucher of up to Rs 2,000 which could be used for future booking

Operated over 2800 flights worldwide under Vande Bharat Mission: Air India

Under the fourth phase of the Vande Bharat Mission over 788,000 Indians stranded abroad due to coronavirus pandemic have returned

Before swinging the axe on jobs, retire the retired first: Air India staff

Say they must be the 'first targets' for LWP scheme

Covid-19 impact: Govt extends cap on airline capacity, fares till Nov 24

On June 26, the government had had allowed airlines to increase flights upto 45% of their total capacity, from the initial cap of one- third of their total capacity.

Domestic airfare cap to remain in place till November 24: Aviation Ministry

Domestic passenger services resumed on May 25 after nearly two months of suspension to combat the coronavirus outbreak.

Pay cuts can trigger 'desperate, extreme acts': Air India pilots to govt

The pilots said employees may be forced to challenge the decision in court, which might be a hurdle for the privatisation process

Govt planning e-gate pass facility at major cargo terminals by year-end

E-gate pass facility reduces paperwork, makes entry and exit quicker, and helps in social distancing as it ensures minimum physical contact

Changes in AI pilots' salaries can lead to an unprecedented situation: ICPA

Air India has proposed a 60 per cent salary cut for pilots amid the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected 55 of its cockpit crew members

Govt sets up single-window clearance to expedite aviation sector proposals

The civil aviation ministry has set up a single-window clearance mechanism to expedite various investment proposals in the domestic aviation industry

Aviation minister justifies Air India furlough while pilots' union opposes

Union claims while pay cut for crew is 60%, It is only 3.5% for senior management; Aviation minister Puri says if airlinw shuts down, none of the employees will get a job

Cost-cutting is necessary: Puri on Air India's leave without pay plan

Air India has started the process of identifying employees, based on various factors like efficiency, health and redundancy, who will be sent on compulsory leave without pay (LWP) for 5 years