In a major relief for Indian passengers, travellers may soon be allowed to cancel or reschedule their tickets without getting charged if they do it within the first 48 hours of booking.

India's aviation watchdog DGCA has come up with a proposal that would benefit air passengers with significant changes in the ticket refund norms.

Air travel made easier: What has the DGCA proposed?

According to the proposition by the aviation watchdog, airlines should provide a 'Look-in option' for a period of 48 after an individual has booked the plane ticket and offer a full refund if the ticket is cancelled within that time.

“During this period, passengers can cancel or amend the ticket without any additional charges, except for the normal prevailing fare for the revised flight for which the tick

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