Air India has announced temporary changes to its international route network between June and August 2026 as the airline responds to continued airspace restrictions across certain regions and record-high jet fuel prices impacting international operations.

According to the airline, the move is aimed at strengthening network stability and reducing last-minute inconvenience for passengers while navigating ongoing operational challenges.

Despite the temporary adjustments, Air India stated that it will continue operating more than 1,200 international flights every month across five continents. The airline’s network during this period will include 33 weekly flights to North America, 47 flights to Europe, 57 weekly services to the UK, 8 flights to Australia, 158 flights across the Far East, Southeast Asia and SAARC regions, along with 7 weekly services to Mauritius.

For passengers affected by cancellations and schedule revisions, Air India said it will provide assistance through alternative available Air India flights, complimentary date changes, or full refunds wherever applicable. Support will also continue through the airline’s 24x7 contact centre and digital platforms.

Several routes across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia will see temporary suspensions or reduced frequencies. In North America, services including Delhi–Chicago and select New York and Newark operations will be temporarily suspended, while routes to San Francisco, Toronto, and Vancouver will operate at lower frequencies for part of the period.

European operations including Paris, Copenhagen, Milan, Vienna, Zurich, and Rome will also see reduced weekly frequencies. In Australia, services to Melbourne and Sydney will temporarily reduce from daily operations to four flights a week.

Within the Far East, Southeast Asia and SAARC network, Air India will temporarily suspend routes such as Delhi–Shanghai, Chennai–Singapore, Mumbai–Dhaka, and Delhi–Malé through August, while services to Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Kathmandu, and other destinations will operate at revised frequencies.

Air India said it continues to work with regulators, airport authorities, and industry partners to restore full operational capacity as conditions improve. The airline also noted that further route adjustments may be introduced if the current operating environment continues.

Clarion Hotel Khayal Kochi has earned a major international recognition after being awarded the Indian Hotel of the Year by Choice Hotels. The honour was presented during an event held in Las Vegas on 6 May 2026.

The achievement marks an important milestone for the property as well as the SUBA Group of Hotels, under which the hotel operates. The recognition highlights the hotel’s consistent focus on guest experience, hospitality standards, and operational excellence.

Presented under the “Best of Choice” platform, the award celebrates standout properties within the Choice Hotels network that have demonstrated exceptional performance and service quality.

The recognition places Clarion Hotel Khayal Kochi among the top-performing hospitality destinations representing India on a global stage, further strengthening its presence within the international hospitality industry.

ITC Candyman has expanded its confectionery portfolio with the launch of Candyman Fruitee Fun Soft Chews, supported by a new digital campaign that revives the brand’s popular ‘Kuch Bhi Karega for Candyman!’ proposition.

The campaign highlights the brand’s move beyond traditional hard candies by introducing a softer, easy-to-chew format designed to offer a more playful and engaging confectionery experience for young consumers.

Conceptualised by Ulka, the digital video campaign follows a fun and imaginative storyline featuring a truck loaded with Candyman treats that is stopped by kangaroo “toll keepers” asking for Candyman in exchange for passage. The film unfolds through a series of playful twists and imaginative moments, eventually showcasing the appeal of Candyman Fruitee Fun Soft Chews.

The campaign concludes with the brand sign-off: “Candyman Fruitee Fun - Chewy, Juicy, Fruity Fun. Kuch Bhi Karega for Candyman.”

Speaking about the campaign, Subash Balar, Vice President and Business Head – Chocolates, Coffee and Confectionery & NCD, Foods Division, ITC Ltd said, “While the confectionery category in India continues to be largely taste-led, we are seeing a growing importance of experience, especially among younger consumers. With this new film for Candyman Fruity Fun Soft Chews, we wanted to bring alive the brand’s playful world through a narrative that is imaginative, interactive, and rooted in fun. The campaign builds on our ‘Kuch Bhi Karega for Candyman!’ proposition, using storytelling to deepen engagement and make the brand more relatable for kids.”

Rakesh Menon, Chief Creative Officer, Ulka, said, “With Fruitee Fun Soft Chews, we wanted to build a world where imagination takes over reality. The idea was to create a narrative that feels unpredictable, playful, and full of delightful twists, much like the product itself."

According to the company, Candyman Soft Chews reflects the growing shift in the confectionery segment from being purely taste-focused to becoming more experience-led. With its soft chewy texture, fruity flavours, and colourful presentation, the product aims to create a more interactive and enjoyable experience for children.

As changing consumer preferences continue to influence the confectionery market, ITC Foods said it remains focused on product and format innovation through the Candyman portfolio, combining creative storytelling with evolving consumer expectations.