Qatar Airways: News
Jetstar and Qatar Airways face near collision at Sydney airport
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has launched an investigation into a near-collision between two passenger planes at Sydney Airport.
Why Airbus is grounding multiple A380 aircraft
Airbus has announced plans to inspect 16 of its A380 aircraft, including five on an urgent basis.
This is the world's best airline for 2026
Qatar Airways has been named the world's best full-service airline for 2026, according to global rankings released by AirlineRatings.com.
Airline industry faces $50B crisis due to Israel-Iran war
The global aviation sector is facing its worst crisis since the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Gulf countries extend visa, waive overstay fines amid Iran conflict
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Iran, and Israel has led to widespread travel disruptions in the Middle East. Passengers are facing flight cancelations, delays, and rerouting due to regional airspace closures.
Iran-Israel war: Air India, IndiGo among carriers suspending flights
Air travel has been severely disrupted on February 28 after Israel's strikes on Iran.
Qatar Airways accused of killing vegetarian passenger with meat meal
A Southern California cardiologist, Asoka Jayaweera, died after choking on a meat-based meal on a Qatar Airways flight in 2023.
Boeing makes comeback with record $96B deal from Qatar Airways
Boeing has signaled its recovery from a massive crisis by inking a record-breaking deal with Qatar Airways.
Middle East flights suspended amid Israel-Iran conflict; what next
Flights over the Middle East had to be canceled on October 1 following a missile attack by Iran against Israel.
More flights suspended amid Middle East tension; check which airlines
Several major airlines have extended their suspension of flights to and from Israel and Lebanon due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Foreign airlines to pay GST demands on cross charges
Foreign airlines including British Airways, Etihad, and Emirates have received Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand notices related to cross charges.
Foreign women strip-searched at Doha Airport, Qatar promises investigation
Days after the invasive examination of women at Doha Airport triggered global headlines and threatened Qatar's diplomatic relationship with Australia, the Arab country has promised an investigation, reports said on Wednesday.
Kerala detects 5 new coronavirus cases; national tally at 39
Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja on Sunday reported five more positive cases of the novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19.
Government wants to sell entire stake in Air India
The government wants to sell Air India and has invited bids for the same. But unlike its previous attempt in 2018, this time the government has put its complete stake in the debt-ridden airlines on sale.
Hate screaming children on flights? This airline offers a solution
If you are somebody who hates sitting next to crying babies on flights, this is just the thing for you.
Kolkata airport: Water tanker hits Qatar Airways aircraft, none hurt
More than 100 passengers were stranded at Kolkata airport early today after a water tanker hit a Qatar Airways aircraft, which was preparing to take off for Doha.
#QatarAirways: Water tanker collides with aircraft in Kolkata airport
In yet another avoidable mishap in India's aviation sector, around 100 passengers were stranded at the Kolkata airport in the wee hours of Thursday after a water tanker collided with a Qatar Airways aircraft near its landing gear.
World's longest non-stop flight to take off today: Details here
The world's longest flight from Singapore to New York is all set to take off on Thursday, marking the re-launch of Singapore Airlines' marathon flight service five years after they discontinued it.
All about the upcoming 'world's longest' 20-hour flight
About a year ago, Qantas Airways CEO Alan Joyce had publicly challenged Airbus and Boeing to design a plane capable of making ultra-long distance flights.
Qatar Airways Chief says CEO-position "very-challenging" for women. Is it?
After making giant leaps, women are now leading global conglomerates, including many dealing in traditionally "masculine" products (think General Motors, IBM, Lockheed Martin and more).
Air India flying into turbulent skies, amid massive mounting losses
Air India is likely to fly into turbulent skies if the government's divestment plan for it fails to take off.
Drunk woman forces Doha-Bali flight's diversion to Chennai
A Doha-Bali flight of Qatar Airways had to be diverted to Chennai yesterday after an inebriated woman on board created a major ruckus.
Flight services disrupted in Chennai due to heavy rain
Heavy rain in the early hours of Sunday morning, and the resultant low visibility in Chennai has disrupted both domestic and international flight services to and from the city.
US: Flyers will now face stricter checks for electronics
American travelers flying to, from and within the country are set for tougher security measures at airports.
US laptop ban on Kuwait Airways, Royal Jordanian lifted
Restrictions on passengers on US-bound flights carrying laptops in the cabin have been lifted for Kuwait Airways and Royal Jordanian.
Content on-the-go: Now stream movies, shows on Indian Railways!
Indian Railways is going the distance to make trains journeys fun for passengers: it is now rolling out a content-on-demand service, which will let people stream their favorite movies and TV shows while travelling.
Gujarat Dy CM's 'heavily drunk' son barred from boarding flight
According to Ahmedabad airport officials, the son of Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel was barred from boarding a flight to Greece as he was highly inebriated.
Qatar Airways to launch India's first fully foreign-owned airline
Sources have confirmed that Qatar Airways seeks to launch India's first fully foreign-owned domestic airline.