Indian airlines bypassed the government's ₹10,000 crore ATF relief scheme despite soaring jet fuel costs, as global prices reversed sharply, sparking disagreements with oil firms.
The recent volatility in oil prices has led to a disagreement
Jul 14, 2026
07:43 pm
What's the storyIn April 2026, a spike in jet fuel prices due to West Asia unrest nearly doubled the single-largest cost component for Indian airlines.
The sudden increase forced carriers to cut flights.
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