Chennai: 94 IndiGo flights cancelled, railways add specials
Massive flight cancellations by IndiGo at Chennai airport leave passengers stranded. Railways announce special trains to manage surge. Airport director says normalcy may take 2 more days.
Massive flight cancellations by IndiGo at Chennai airport leave passengers stranded. Railways announce special trains to manage surge. Airport director says normalcy may take 2 more days.
The long-awaited Vadaperumbakkam bridge in North Chennai is set to open, easing traffic for Manali and Madhavaram. Read about the project's journey and impact.
MetroWater hikes pre-booked water tanker prices in Chennai by 16% to 46% from Dec 5. Residents and businesses face higher costs as tanker reliance grows. Details inside.
Chennai airport authorities indicate the worst of the IndiGo crew shortage crisis is over. Flight cancellations are expected to decline, with normalcy likely in five days. Passengers can reschedule for free until Dec 15.
Chaos at Bengaluru's KIA airport leaves passengers stranded for hours, sifting through piles of abandoned, damaged luggage. IndiGo cancellations cause system collapse. Read more.
IndiGo's network reboot led to 26 flight cancellations at Goa's airports. While operations show early signs of improvement, passengers face delays and exorbitant costs for alternative travel. Full story inside.
Chennai enjoys a pleasant start to December with a high of 28.2°C, an 88% chance of evening showers, and excellent air quality (AQI 22). Plan your week with our detailed forecast.
Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport plunged into chaos as 89 flights were cancelled, primarily by IndiGo. Thousands of passengers faced massive delays and frustration. Read the full story.
Chennai gears up for its second fully air-conditioned suburban train by early 2026 to enhance passenger comfort. However, the first AC service on the Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu route faces low ridership, carrying only 2,800 daily against a 40,000 capacit
Chennai faces a wet December 5 with 96% rain chance, temps 24-28°C. Good AQI of 22 holds. Weekly outlook & planning tips inside. Plan your week!
Chennai's plan to create a seventh reservoir at Retteri Lake, worth ₹43 crore, is stuck for two years due to encroachments and sewage inflow. The project aimed to add 10MLD water supply.
Indigo's operational crisis left thousands stranded at Chennai airport with 28 flights cancelled and 24 delayed. Passengers report chaos and poor communication. Read the full story.
Chennai Metro's Phase II barricaded walkways, costing ~₹30 crore, are poorly lit, unsafe, and causing daily hardship. Officials promise removal by 2028, but pedestrians demand immediate fixes.
Unauthorized parking on OMR service lanes at key junctions is crippling traffic flow. Residents blame shops, malls, and colleges. Authorities struggle with enforcement despite complaints.
Mohali's new 8.5-km alternative road to Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport will open one stretch by month-end, cutting travel time. Full completion expected by March 2026. Read more.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad received two bomb threats on Thursday. An IndiGo flight from Sharjah landed safely before security protocols were activated. Details inside.
IndiGo cancels over 300 flights due to crew unavailability, causing massive disruptions at Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru airports. Passengers face long delays and frustration. Stay updated on flight status.
Hundreds stranded at Goa's Mopa airport as taxi drivers protest new 2-minute pickup/drop rule & hefty fines. Read about the chaos and passenger woes.
IndiGo flight cancellations disrupt 70+ flights across India. Passengers face long queues at Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad airports. Airline announces 48-hour recovery plan. Get live updates.
A major IT system failure disrupted flight check-ins at multiple Indian airports, forcing airlines to use manual procedures. IndiGo, Air India, and others report delays. Read for latest updates.
Noida International Airport in Jewar is set to open, with PM Modi's inauguration on Dec 15. Featuring advanced tech & CISF security, it will ease Delhi-NCR air traffic. Read more.
Chennai faces heavy rainfall on December 3, 2025, with temps of 24.2°C-27°C. The city enjoys 'good' air quality with AQI 22. Get details on the forecast and resident advisory.
Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport faced chaos & flight delays on Dec 3 after a security threat email. Passengers furious as operations stalled. Details inside.
Heavy overnight showers inundate North Chennai. Parry's Corner records 26.5cm rain, Vyasarpadi & Perambur face severe waterlogging, disrupting life and cutting off key railway stations. Officials cite clogged drains.
Bengaluru cab drivers plan protest against Kempegowda Airport's new overstaying fee. From Dec 8, only 8 mins free. They demand 15 mins for pickups. Details inside.
Cyclone Ditwah spares Chennai's core from floods but leaves roads damaged and waterlogged. Key stretches like Anna Salai, Arcot Road face severe issues. GCC yet to comment. Read more.
A Chennai Metro train stalled in an underground tunnel due to a rare dual battery failure. 25 passengers were safely evacuated. Read details on the incident and CMRL's response.
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade declares holiday for city schools and colleges on Wednesday. Tiruvallur district schools also closed due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
Get the latest from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for December 2, 2025. Stay informed with all major updates.
A Chennai Metro train halted inside a tunnel due to a technical fault. All 20 passengers were safely evacuated. Officials are investigating the cause of the glitch. Read more.