The Indian government finance ministry has refused Air India’s request to release Rs 105 crore as payment for the VVIP flights operated by the airline. Air India was hoping this money would allow it to repay the Rs 200 crore short-term long of 15 days it borrowed from a bank to pay salaries. The ministry has asked aviation authorities to work out a long-term cash requirement for the airline based on a turnaround plan. A union leader, speaking to local media, has criticised the management of the flag carrier, saying that no amount of money or restructuring will help the

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