Today's Top Stories: Air India Surcharge Begins, Plus Other Key News Updates
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Air India Surcharge Takes Effect; Lufthansa Pilots Strike; Key Global Events Today
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Firstpost•12-03-2026, 07:15
Air India Surcharge Takes Effect; Lufthansa Pilots Strike; Key Global Events Today
•Air India Group implements a new Rs 399 fuel surcharge on all domestic and SAARC flight tickets due to surging ATF prices.
•Lufthansa pilots begin a 48-hour strike from Thursday over pension and remuneration disputes, affecting flights from German airports.
•Bangladesh's 13th National Parliament holds its inaugural session today, focusing on electing new Speaker/Deputy Speaker and President's address.
•German Chancellor Friedrich Merz starts an official visit to Norway to discuss Ukraine, defense, space sector, and energy ties with PM Jonas Gahr Store.
•The Air India surcharge applies to new bookings and aims to prevent flight cancellations due to high operating costs and local taxes.