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Sunday, September 28, 2025
TopicAirlines

Topic: Airlines

Peanuts, pajamas, potatoes, pineapples – things airlines are selling to survive pandemic

Even airlines that received govt bailouts & slashed costs are looking for new revenue streams as they burn through cash while fleets are largely grounded.

Airlines are pledging aircraft, brands, even loyalty programmes to raise funds & stay afloat

The coronavirus pandemic has forced carriers to be inventive as they bolster their coffers to weather a long recovery process for the travel industry.

Cathay Pacific avoids collapse with $5 billion lifeline backed by govt

The Hong Kong government will own 6.08% of Cathay through Aviation 2020 after the deal and have two observers on its board.

Dear airlines, leave the middle seats open for now

Much about how the coronavirus moves through aircraft cabins is under study, but it’s important to be as careful as possible based on what information exists.

Virus sidelines A380 superjet, the biggest plane in the skies

Airbus decided to discontinue the A380 program as carriers looked to simplify fleets and upgrade fuel efficiency but airlines are also opting to retire it early.

Indian airlines caught unawares by Modi govt decision to resume flights

The short notice makes it harder for airlines to prepare for operations, deploy staff, arrange for protective gear & ensure the virus stays away from flights.

International air travel slowly returns as countries partner up, set up ‘bubble’ corridors

The biggest challenge to re-opening international travel right now is the lack of consensus on the kind of protections needed to limit the risk of spreading Covid-19.

IndiGo’s Rahul Bhatia should remember Australia has been a graveyard for foreign airlines

In its ruthless efficiency in controlling its home turf, Qantas behaves a lot like IndiGo, one reason ambitious foreign airlines have failed in Australia.

Air travel is gradually returning, but coronavirus complications remain

Between meeting demand, maintaining social distancing and boosting revenue, airlines have a tough balancing act this summer

Indian travel agents are stuck as fliers want cash refunds but airlines only giving credit

Modi govt has told airlines to repay passengers in cash for tickets booked during the lockdown, but there’s no such obligation when it comes to travel agents.

On Camera

Aamir Khan and Salman Khan are still dodging and deflecting the age question, 20 yrs later

On the first episode of Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan were confronted with another hypocrisy: age gaps. And they didn't come out looking good.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.