ADVERTISEMENTSince 2023, Air India has placed orders for 600 new aircraft, of which 100 have been delivered, airline officials said. The aircraft, featuring cabin interiors customised for Air India, is scheduled to begin commercial operations between Mumbai and Frankfurt from February 1. At present, Air India does not operate any international flights from Calcutta, airport sources said. Officials at the Calcutta airport said they plan to approach Air India to resume international operations from the city, including a service to London. “We will be writing to Air India with these figures, requesting the introduction of international flights,” the official added.

Source: The Telegraph January 31, 2026 00:53 UTC