Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:50am on 11 Mar 2026,Wednesday India Global
Air India has announced a phased increase in fuel surcharges on domestic and international flights following a sharp rise in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices. The spike in fuel costs is linked to supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions caused by the ongoing Iran-related conflict in West Asia. From March 12, passengers will pay a ₹399 surcharge on domestic and SAARC flights, while international routes will see different surcharge levels depending on distance and destination. Since fuel accounts for nearly 40% of airline operating expenses, the airline said the surcharge is necessary to manage rising operational costs. (PC: India Today)
