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India approves $35M payout to former Kingfisher Airlines staff

India has approved a $35 million compensation payout to former Kingfisher Airlines staff, authorizing distribution of funds to ex‑employees. The government decision moves a long‑running settlement process into a final phase and opens the way for payments to eligible former staff.

2026-01-01T20:34:15.295185-08:00
Accident   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Policy & Regulation  
the-independent.com • Simon Calder

Four fatal accidents kill 366 and turbulence injures 37 — expert warns ‘no room for complacency’

By the-independent.com: Four fatal aviation accidents cost the lives of 366 passengers and crew members, while 37 were seriously injured during flight turbulence.

2026-01-01T03:57:47.844655-08:00
North America   Airports   Accident   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management  
ANI News Agency • Asian News International

Canada seeks probe after Air India captain reported intoxicated before Vancouver flight

By ANI News Agency: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) informed authorities that "Captain Saurabh Kumar reported for duty on Air India flight AI186 on December 23, 2025, while under the influence of alcohol, and unfit for duty".

Also: newsable.asianetnews.com and Economic Times
2026-01-01T13:33:49.285484-08:00