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.