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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.

Emirates has issued a travel advisory due to tightened Ebola-related entry requirements by the US and Canada for travelers from Uganda. This response to Uganda's latest outbreak includes enhanced health screenings and monitoring, reflecting increased global aviation caution following the pandemic.

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.

India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program is a catalyst for national industrial growth, extending beyond defense. It fosters advancements in materials science, AI, and manufacturing, creating vital spillovers for civilian sectors like automotive and renewable energy. This initiative strengthens India's technological ecosystem and workforce, positioning it as a global aerospace supplier.

US aviation disruptions, initially linked to Memorial Day thunderstorms, are now causing widespread international travel chaos. Major US airports face a confluence of issues including weather, congestion, and staff shortages, leading to cascading delays across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean.

An Air India flight to San Francisco returned to Delhi after nearly nine hours in the air. A critical safety system, the Traffic Collision Avoidance System, malfunctioned. This system is vital for preventing mid-air collisions. The Boeing 777 carried around 250 passengers. The airline is arranging alternative travel for them.

In an exclusive interview, Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube clears the air on a range of issues including fleet expansion, the West Asia crisis, rising costs due to crude-oil related upheaval, availing Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme of the government, and more

A bold overhaul of higher education aims to align degrees with emerging industries, transforming classrooms into pathways for jobs and nation-building

Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport is set for a significant upgrade to international status, announced Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu. The airport will also see enhanced domestic connectivity, including to the Northeast, and expansion of terminals and parking. Discussions are underway for land acquisition to facilitate these developments.

Indian aviation faces unprecedented turbulence due to a perfect storm of factors. From pandemic fallout and engine failures to airspace closures and a Middle East war driving fuel prices sky-high, airlines are struggling. Passengers face rising fares and cancelled routes as the sector grapples with deep financial distress and operational chaos.

Maharashtra has slashed Value Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to 7% from 18% for six months, effective May 15. This move aims to alleviate high fuel costs for airlines, stabilize airfares amid the West Asia crisis and summer travel demand, and reduce operational expenses.

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Friday. Investor wealth saw a substantial decline of Rs 5.77 lakh crore. Benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, plunged sharply in the final trading hour. Concerns over a weaker monsoon outlook and geopolitical uncertainty fueled the sell-off. Broad-based selling pressure was observed across various sectors.