Aviation sector

IndiGo IPO to 're-rate' domestic aviation sector: CAPA

IndiGo's IPO, valuing its parent company at over USD 4 billion, is a significant milestone for the domestic aviation sector that has been grappling with adverse conditions over the last many years, says a report.

Oct 27, 2015, 22:35 PM IST

Not much to cheer about for aviation sector: Experts

With the NDA government set to complete a year in office, aviation industry experts say the sector hasn't had much to cheer about during this period as the much-needed reforms have either been in a go-around mode or in holding pattern.

May 17, 2015, 09:43 AM IST

Raju chairs meeting on safety measures in aviation sector

In order to execute India's obligation to the Chicago Convention, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju Tuesday said DGCA has issued various regulations and advisories to the industry with regard to safe flying.

Apr 29, 2015, 00:13 AM IST

CCI probes airfares; Govt says carriers free to fix price

As fair trade watchdog CCI probes alleged violation by airlines indulging in fare wars, the government today said the pricing decision should be best left with the carriers.

Feb 12, 2015, 18:51 PM IST

Raju assures all help to domestic aviation to resolve issues

Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Tuesday assured all help to the industry in resolving issues being faced by the domestic aviation sector and called for fast-tracked decisions to spur growth.

Feb 03, 2015, 19:52 PM IST

Six new airlines to start operations in the new year: Govt

Six new airlines are expected to fly the Indian skies next year, the government said on Tuesday as it asked states to join hands to promote regional connectivity and help the aviation sector meet its burgeoning losses by reducing taxes on jet fuel.

Dec 30, 2014, 18:02 PM IST

Air India to add extra capacity in domestic sector

The airline said that it will press into service a Boeing 747, 777-200LR and B777-300ER to clear the holiday rush. 

Dec 20, 2014, 17:10 PM IST

Run Air India professionally, says IATA chief

Criticising political interference in the functioning of an airline, Tyler said an airline should be run on commercial lines if it is to take on competition.

Dec 14, 2014, 13:07 PM IST

Civil Aviation Min meets PM, briefs him about sector's problem

This issue would be crucial to start-up carriers like AirAsia India and Tata-SIA Airlines who would want to launch international flights as soon as they can.

Jun 21, 2014, 20:10 PM IST

Aviation sector asks govt to slash taxes on jet fuel

Indian aviation industry Tuesday asked the government to slash taxes on jet fuel, exempt aircraft engines from customs duty and rationalise taxation of MROs, as the BJP-led dispensation prepared for the general budget for 2014-15.

Jun 10, 2014, 19:26 PM IST