Tata's Air India -Vistara Merger

All you need to know about the premier airline merger of Air India and Vistara >>

CCI Approval

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Air India's Potential

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Background

CCI in June had issued a show-cause notice to Air India regarding competition concerns, which has now been resolved.

Tata's Aviation Move

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Deal Details

Singapore Airlines (SIA) to invest Rs 2,059 crore for a 25.1% stake in Air India, while Tata Sons retains a 74.9% stake in the entity.

Market Reshaping

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