India’s youngest airline, Akasa Air, continues to prioritize pet-friendly travel with significant enhancements to its popular ‘Pets on Akasa’ service. On Monday, the airline announced that passengers can now fly with not one, but two pets in the cabin on a single flight — doubling the previous allowance.
In another move to offer flexibility to pet parents, Akasa Air has also shortened the booking window for pet travel from 48 hours to just 24 hours before flight departure. This change is designed to better accommodate spontaneous or last-minute travel plans, reflecting the airline’s focus on customer convenience.
Since the launch of ‘Pets on Akasa’, over 8,500 pets have taken to the skies, making it one of the most embraced services in Indian aviation for animal lovers. These recent upgrades reinforce Akasa Air’s growing reputation as one of the most progressive and pet-friendly airlines in the region.
As air travel continues to evolve, initiatives like these showcase how airlines can cater to the emotional and practical needs of modern-day travellers — both human and animal alike.
Air India has launched an exciting new promotional campaign titled the ‘One India’ sale, offering Indian travellers a simplified and budget-friendly way to explore Europe. With this limited-time flat fare offer, customers can travel from any city in India to any Air India destination in Europe at a consistent price, regardless of the domestic origin. This promotion makes it just as affordable to fly from Varanasi to Milan via Delhi as it is to fly from Delhi to Milan.
Under the ‘One India’ sale, all-inclusive round-trip fares to European cities are set at ₹47,000 for Economy Class, ₹70,000 for Premium Economy (on applicable routes), and ₹1,40,000 for Business Class. Special fares for flights to London Heathrow are also available—₹49,999 in Economy, ₹89,999 in Premium Economy, and ₹1,69,999 in Business Class.
Beyond the flat fares, the offer includes one complimentary date change per ticket, adding a layer of flexibility to customers’ travel plans. Members of Air India’s Maharaja Club enjoy additional savings with zero convenience fees when booking through the airline’s official website or mobile app.
To sweeten the deal, Air India is offering additional discounts of up to ₹3,000 per passenger with the promo code FLYAI. For instance, return trips to Europe and the UK qualify for savings of up to ₹3,000, and one-way journeys can save up to ₹2,000.
The sale begins with exclusive early access via Air India’s website and mobile app on 7 September 2025, and becomes available through all booking channels—including travel agents, airport counters, and the airline’s contact centre—between 8 and 11 September 2025. Seats under this promotional fare are limited and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
The promotional fares are valid for travel until 31 March 2026, giving customers a wide window to plan and enjoy their European getaways. Air India currently operates direct flights to major European cities including London (Heathrow and Gatwick), Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Milan, Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich.
The ‘One India’ campaign underscores Air India’s commitment to enhancing travel access and affordability for Indian customers. With its Vihaan.AI transformation plan underway, Air India continues to modernize, expand, and offer world-class service while staying rooted in India’s legacy of hospitality. As the airline integrates fleet upgrades, customer benefits, and digital services, promotions like this reflect a renewed focus on customer-centric innovation.
Whether you’re a student, a business traveller, or a family looking to explore Europe, Air India’s ‘One India’ sale offers one of the most compelling deals of the year. Don’t miss this opportunity to travel smarter, farther, and more affordably.
Gurugram, 19 August 2025: In a landmark move towards green aviation, Air India, a Tata Group company, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
The agreement highlights both organizations’ commitment to adopting low-carbon fuels, supporting global decarbonization goals, and ensuring a sustainable future for air transport in India.
This collaboration comes as part of Air India’s broader strategy to achieve the IATA Net Zero by 2050 target and comply with CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation).
The MoU was signed by Shailesh Dhar, Executive Director (Aviation), IndianOil, and P Balaji, Group Head – GRC and Corporate Affairs, Air India, in the presence of AS Sahney, Chairman, IndianOil, and Campbell Wilson, CEO & MD, Air India.
AS Sahney, Chairman, IndianOil: “With our ISCC-CORSIA-certified SAF from Panipat, IndianOil is ready to provide a sustainable fuel solution that will help decarbonize air travel. Partnering with Air India aligns national growth with global climate goals.”
Campbell Wilson, CEO & MD, Air India: “Through this MoU, Air India is committed to supporting the Government of India’s sustainable aviation initiatives while progressing towards IATA’s Net Zero by 2050 target.”
Air India is also renewing its fleet with 570 new aircraft on order, adopting market-leading flight planning systems, expanding nonstop routes, and implementing green practices like reduced single-use plastics, autonomous-EV towing, and fuel-efficient operations.
For IndianOil, this partnership builds upon its milestone of becoming the first Indian company to receive ISCC CORSIA certification for SAF production at its Panipat Refinery, placing it among global leaders in sustainable fuel production.
Together, Air India and IndianOil are shaping the future of aviation with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and innovation — ensuring India plays a leadership role in the global clean energy transition.
As Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations begin to light up homes and hearts across Maharashtra, regional airline FLY91 is stepping up to ensure smooth travel for thousands. The Goa-based airline has announced additional flights on its increasingly popular Pune-Sindhudurg-Pune route to cater to the sharp spike in passenger demand during the festive period.
The new flights will operate on August 24, 29, 31, and September 5 and 7, offering greater flexibility and travel options for families heading back to their native places for the Ganpati festivities.
“Ganesh Chaturthi is a special time for our customers, with many travelling to be with family and friends,” said Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and CEO of FLY91. “By adding extra flights on our Pune-Sindhudurg-Pune route, we aim to give passengers greater flexibility and more options during this festive period.”
Ganesh Chaturthi, one of Maharashtra’s biggest festivals, sees a massive influx of travelers from cities back to their hometowns. Sindhudurg, known for its rich cultural heritage and coastal beauty, becomes a key travel hub during this time.
This move follows FLY91’s earlier additions to its schedule during the Independence Day long weekend, where it added flights on August 14, 15, and 18 on both the Pune-Goa-Pune and Pune-Sindhudurg-Pune sectors. These strategic enhancements underscore the airline’s agility in responding to peak travel demands.
Headquartered in Goa, FLY91 is focused on enhancing regional connectivity, especially linking tier 2 and tier 3 cities. With eight domestic destinations currently in its network, the airline connects four key cities in Maharashtra alone: Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Solapur, and Pune.
In a remarkable mid-air emergency turned miracle, a Thai national delivered a healthy baby aboard an Air India Express flight en route from Bangkok to Kochi. The dramatic yet heartwarming incident took place at cruising altitude, with the aircraft crew responding swiftly and compassionately.
The flight crew, supported by a trained nurse who happened to be on board, quickly created a makeshift medical setup and helped the woman through labor. The delivery was successful, and both mother and child were stable when the flight landed safely in Kochi.
Air India Express issued a statement commending the cabin crew and the nurse for their exemplary conduct under pressure, highlighting the training and calmness that enabled them to assist in such a sensitive situation.
This incident is a powerful reminder of how preparedness, compassion, and teamwork can transform a potentially critical situation into one of life’s most joyful moments.
Mother and child are doing well. And somewhere high above the clouds, a new story of birth took flight.
