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700% jump in airfare: Supreme Court says 'don't travel by air'

The Supreme Court refused urgent listing of a plea alleging a 700% surge in airfares, with the bench telling passengers, Don't travel by air. The case comes amid growing scrutiny of unpredictable airline ticket prices in India. The court is separately hearing a plea seeking an independent aviation regulator, transparent airfare rules and stronger passenger protection against exorbitant fare hikes.

2 Nov 2026 3:39 pm