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Passenger air traffic between India and Russia grew by almost a third in 2026

Aeroflot carried over 185,000 passengers between Russia and India in January-August 2026, marking 29% year-on-year growth. Moscow-Delhi traffic rose 22% to 131,000 passengers. Growing tourism, student travel, business exchanges and direct connectivity are supporting demand, while cashless payments, e-visas and India-focused services are expected to further strengthen bilateral travel.

Air India previews new digital inflight platform, rollout to begin with new aircraft

Air India has previewed Vista Digital Platform, an in-house connected inflight entertainment system integrating entertainment, loyalty, commerce and travel services. The platform is being integrated with inflight entertainment hardware and is planned for phased deployment from the second half of 2027, beginning with select new aircraft deliveries before expanding across the airline’s fleet.

China Southern Airlines Restarts Guangzhou-Delhi Route After A 6-Year Gap

Air India Express cancels Delhi-Patna flights from Sept 24-30; cites operational reasons

China Southern Airlines resumes Guangzhou-New Delhi direct route

India’s skies have a new economy-business class divide, report shows

Economy-class airfares rose on 18 of India’s 20 busiest domestic routes in June 2026, while business-class fares declined on 16 routes, according to Cirium data cited by Business Standard. The divergence reflects tighter economy capacity and demand, alongside increased premium competition, including IndiGoStretch and expanded premium capacity by Air India.

West Asia Travel Advisory: Latest Flight Updates And What Indians Need To Know

Third runway at Delhi Airport operational after rehabilitation

Delhi International Airport Limited has recommissioned Runway 11R/29L, also known as the third runway, from September 20 following a rehabilitation programme that began in February. The project included runway resurfacing, pavement strengthening, a new Rapid Exit Taxiway, airfield lighting upgrades and other infrastructure works aimed at improving operational efficiency, safety and resilience.

BLR Airport introduces Special Assistance Zone at Terminal 1

BLR Airport has introduced a Special Assistance Zone at Terminal 1 to support passengers requiring additional assistance, including persons with reduced mobility, persons with disabilities, senior citizens, pregnant women and unaccompanied minors. The facility brings check-in, baggage assistance and waiting areas together before security screening, with dedicated desks, accessible seating and flight information screens.

ITA Airways launches ‘Simply Italian’ global campaign with Sharon Stone

ITA Airways has launched ‘Simply Italian’, a global communication campaign aimed at renewing its brand identity across Italy and key international markets. Hollywood actor Sharon Stone has been named the airline’s Global Ambassador for the campaign, which focuses on Italian hospitality, style and customer care through a series of short creative executions.

Bengaluru emerges as Akasa Air’s largest pet travel hub with 3,700 journeys

Bengaluru has emerged as Akasa Air’s largest pet travel hub, accounting for more than 30 per cent of pet journeys across its network. The airline said over 3,700 pet journeys have originated from the city since the launch of Pets on Akasa, while demand rose 53 per cent from FY24 to FY26, with Bengaluru’s pet parents travelling to 16 destinations.

Air India Express Ordered To Pay Rs 27,000 After Passenger's Bicycle Put On Regular Baggage Belt