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No More Seat Selection Blues? India Mandates 60% Free Seats and Family Seating in Major Aviation Shake-up

The Ministry of Civil Aviation and DGCA have issued a sweeping set of directions to airlines to improve passenger facilitation. Key highlights include a mandate for 60% free seats per flight, guaranteed adjacent seating for families on the same PNR, and more transparent policies for pets, sports gear, and musical instruments.

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Air India Fuel Surcharge Phase 2 Live: International Fares Spike Today, Check New Rates

As of 00:01 IST today, March 18, 2026, Air India has officially activated Phase 2 of its fuel surcharge expansion. This adjustment directly impacts new bookings on long-haul international routes, with tickets to Europe, North America, and Australia now carrying a significantly higher fuel levy due to the ongoing energy crisis in the Gulf region.

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