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Bengaluru airport has surpassed Mumbai in domestic passenger numbers for April. This shift sees Bengaluru become India's second-busiest domestic airport. Mumbai remains second overall due to international traffic. Delhi continues to be the busiest airport. This change is driven by Mumbai's runway limitations and the new Navi Mumbai airport absorbing growth.

The West Asia conflict has severely impacted global aviation, causing a 3.4% drop in passenger demand in April due to soaring fuel prices and airspace disruptions. Middle East carriers saw a drastic 46.6% decline. Airlines are reducing flights and increasing fares as a result of these ongoing challenges.

Domestic air travel experienced a dip in April, with passenger numbers falling 4.2% from March and 3.47% year-on-year. Airlines faced headwinds from softer demand and rising costs, leading to network adjustments. IndiGo expanded its market share to 65%, while Air India Group saw a decline. Operational performance varied, with IndiGo leading on-time flights.

India's passenger vehicle market surged in May 2026, with Maruti Suzuki achieving record sales. Tata Motors, Hyundai, Mahindra, Kia, and Toyota also reported robust year-on-year growth, driven by strong domestic demand and a significant rise in electric vehicle sales for Tata Motors.

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Hyundai Motor India reported domestic sales of 47,837 units in May 2026, marking a 9.1 per cent year-on-year increase. Total sales, including exports, reached 61,137 units during the month. The company also recorded a 13 per cent growth in domestic sales for the April-May period of FY27, with volumes rising to 99,739 units

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Air India has temporarily reduced operations on select domestic routes between June and August 2026 due to high fuel prices and ongoing West Asia conflict impacts. This follows similar adjustments to international services, with the airline citing sustained operational pressures and a need for stability amid global aviation uncertainty.