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Saturday, August 16, 2025
TopicIndia’s aviation industry

Topic: India’s aviation industry

India’s aviation paradox: Packed flights, yet next 2 years likely to see return to losses

ICRA highlights 4 major factors affecting Indian airlines—high aviation turbine fuel prices, rupee depreciation, intense competition & supply chain disruptions.

Indian aviation industry likely to log Rs 3,000-4,000 crore net loss in FY25, says ICRA

Ratings agency points to near-term headwinds, including supply chain challenges, engine failure issues, and crew and pilot availability.

Govt plans to increase number of airports from 138 to 220 in next 4-5 yrs, Scindia says

Speaking during Question Hour, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said India is also progressing very rapidly in the area of manufacturing aircraft.

Govt keeping Air India artificially alive could end up killing Jet Airways

Such an airline would still need to work hard to escape its legacy of losses — but it would at least have a chance to become a robust global aviation player.

On Camera

Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.