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Aviation Pricing Framework: Centre Confirms Publication of Airfare Regulatory Rules to Supreme Court

The Union government informed the Supreme Court that formalized rules governing airline ticket pricing have been concluded and will be notified within a fortnight. The proceedings address prolonged public concern regarding surge pricing mechanisms and arbitrary market behavior during emergency periods and peak travel cycles. This regulatory overhaul marks a critical transition toward judicial and executive supervision over aviation tariffs under the Aircraft Rules, balancing market-driven deregulated pricing against consumer protection mandates.