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With the first commercial flight, Navi Mumbai International Airport begins airside operations
With the arrival of its first commercial flight, Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) marked a significant turning point in the development of India’s aviation infrastructure when it began airside operations on December 25, 2025. A long-standing aviation custom commemorating the airport’s first commercial touchdown and departure, the first aircraft received a ceremonial water cannon salute upon arrival. IndiGo aircraft 6E460…
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Israir plans to launch services from Tel Aviv to Delhi and Mumbai in order to access the Indian market
After submitting a formal designation request to Indian civil aviation authorities, Israir Aviation & Tourism Ltd. has revealed aspirations to enter the Indian market with projected direct flights from Tel Aviv to Delhi and Mumbai. The airline has stated that it hopes to start operations as early as Passover in April 2026, pending the acquisition of all necessary governmental approvals. …
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In March 2026, Air India will start operating nonstop flights between Delhi and Rome again
With the announcement of the start of nonstop flights between Delhi and Rome (Fiumicino), Air India is expanding its burgeoning European network and making its comeback to the Italian capital after almost six years. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, Air India’s flights to Rome have been halted. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, Air India will run four weekly flights between…
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IndiGo has announced direct flights from Delhi to London Heathrow starting in February 2026
New direct flights between Delhi and London Heathrow Airport will begin operating on February 2, 2026, according to IndiGo. The airline would use wet/damp leased Boeing 787 aircraft from Norse Atlantic Airways to run the route five times a week. The aircraft will have a dual-class configuration with IndiGoStretch and Economy Class. On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, flight…
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IndiGo introduces daily direct Flights from Rewa to Indore
Today, IndiGo started operating daily direct flights from Rewa to Indore. After Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, and Khajuraho, Rewa is the airline’s sixth stop in Madhya Pradesh. Many first-time flyers in the Vindhya region will be able to go by air thanks to this new service. By reducing travel time from about 10 hours to about 1.5 hours, this direct…
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SriLankan Airlines moves its operations to Velana International Airport’s Terminal 1
With effect from December 17, 2025, SriLankan Airlines has formally moved its operations to Terminal 1 of Velana International Airport, a significant operational milestone at the Maldives’ primary international gateway. Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) held a ceremonial welcome for travellers arriving at Terminal 1 on flight UL101 and leaving the terminal on flight UL102 in honour of the relocation.…
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Stuttgart Airport’s renovated lounge is reopened by Lufthansa
On December 16, 2025, Lufthansa reopened its renovated lounge at Stuttgart Airport after a thorough refurbishment, providing travellers with a contemporary, adaptable, and comfort-focused experience. With designated areas for eating, working, unwinding, and enjoying more solitude, the renovated lounge has been carefully redesigned to meet the changing demands of visitors. The Business Lounge and the Senator Lounge, two exclusive spaces…
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The CEO of IndiGo declares that “the worst is behind us” as the company resumes 2,200 daily flights
According to IndiGo, starting December 9, 2025, all network operations have been completely stabilised, with capacity being gradually restored in accordance with a revised plan. According to a statement from an IndiGo representative, the airline has expanded to more than 2,200 flights since resuming operations with more than 1,800 flights while upholding conventional on-time performance requirements. “We continue to uphold…
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Beginning in February 2026, Air India Express will operate weekly flights from Varanasi to Bangkok
In order to improve aviation connectivity between Uttar Pradesh and Thailand, aviation India Express has announced that it will begin weekly nonstop flights between Varanasi and Bangkok on February 1, 2026. In addition to giving visitors from Thailand easy access to Varanasi, Sarnath, and other important locations along India’s Buddhist circuit, the new service will give travellers from Varanasi direct…
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In the spring of 2026, Air France will establish a new lounge at Terminal 4 at London Heathrow
Air France plans to establish a new lounge in London-Heathrow airport’s terminal 4 in the spring of 2026, showcasing the French art of hospitality. Customers of the airline’s La Première, Business, and Flying Blue Elite Plus programs, as well as qualified passengers flying with KLM and SkyTeam partner airlines, will be the only ones allowed to use this new, special…
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