IndiGo Blamed for Airport Chaos, Over 1000 Flights Cancelled
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu holds IndiGo responsible for airport disruptions due to crew mismanagement under new FDTL norms. Over 1000 flights cancelled. Read for details.
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SpiceJet adds 100 flights, supports probe into IndiGo chaos
SpiceJet Chairman Ajay Singh announces 100 extra flights to ease travel disruption caused by IndiGo's crew rostering crisis. He welcomes the government's committee to investigate the incident. Read more.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 1000+ Cancellations, DGCA Grants Exemption
India's aviation faces massive disruption as IndiGo cancels half its flights. DGCA softens new pilot fatigue norms, sparking safety concerns. Passengers stranded, fares soar. Details inside.
Advance Tax Rules: Exemptions, Deadlines for FY 2025-26
Understand India's advance tax rules for FY 2025-26. Know payment deadlines, key exemptions for senior citizens & salaried, and how to avoid penal interest. Plan your taxes now.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: MP Seeks Govt Help for Stranded Flyers
BJP MP Jagdambika Pal raises IndiGo's mass flight cancellations in Parliament, seeking govt intervention & alternatives for passengers, including MPs. Details inside.
UPSC Key: IndiGo FDTL Crisis, India-Russia Ties, Census Delay
Essential UPSC insights for Dec 5: IndiGo's flight chaos due to new pilot rules, Modi-Putin strategic talks, the critical delay of Census 2027, and the push for flex-fuel vehicles. Stay exam-ready.
IndiGo Pilots' Body Hits DGCA Exemption as 'Unsafe'
The pilots' union criticizes DGCA's 'unsafe' exemption for IndiGo amid mass flight cancellations. Experts suggest it may be a pressure tactic for relaxed flight duty norms. Read the full story.
Govt Puts New Pilot Duty Norms on Hold, Probes IndiGo Disruption
India's Civil Aviation Ministry suspends new FDTL norms & orders a high-level probe into flight schedule disruptions, focusing on IndiGo. Urgent measures announced to restore normalcy. Read the full story.
Govt puts new pilot duty norms on hold for flight restoration
The Civil Aviation Ministry suspends new FDTL norms to tackle flight disruptions. IndiGo and other airlines to see normalcy within 72 hours. Details inside.
New Flight Duty Norms Suspended Amid IndiGo Disruptions
The Indian government has deferred new flight duty time limits for pilots to help airlines normalize operations after widespread IndiGo cancellations. Key details inside.
IndiGo Chaos: Passenger With Father's Ashes Stranded in Bengaluru
A woman carrying her father's ashes was stranded at Bengaluru airport as IndiGo cancelled her flight. Over 1000 flights cancelled nationwide due to FDTL norms. Read the full story.
Govt Directs IndiGo to Stabilise Flights, Ensure Refunds
Indian aviation ministry mandates airlines, especially IndiGo, to resolve flight disruptions. Schedules to stabilise by midnight, full refunds for cancellations, and special care for seniors announced.
Govt Orders IndiGo to Fix Flight Chaos, Ensure Refunds
The Aviation Ministry directs airlines, especially IndiGo, to stabilise schedules immediately. Passengers get automatic refunds for cancellations, hotel stays, and lounge access. Details here.
IndiGo gets DGCA relief on pilot duty rules till Feb 10
DGCA grants IndiGo temporary exemptions from new FDTL norms for night operations until February 10 to stabilise operations. The airline cancelled over 500 flights on Friday.
DGCA eases pilot rest rules, allows leave as weekly rest
India's aviation regulator DGCA reverses a key rule, allowing airlines to count pilot leave as weekly rest. This offers relief to carriers like IndiGo amid major flight disruptions. Read the full story.
Gandhi: IndiGo Fiasco Cost of Govt's Monopoly Model
Rahul Gandhi criticizes govt's monopoly model as IndiGo cancels 950+ flights, disrupting travel. He demands fair competition, not 'match-fixing monopolies'. Full details inside.
SC Orders Probe Into Old Goa Bungalow Heritage Violation
Supreme Court directs district judge-led committee to inspect disputed Old Goa bungalow for heritage norm breaches. The case, pending since 2022, sparks political uproar. Read the full story.
IndiGo Seeks FDTL Exemption, Targets Feb 10 for Normal Ops
IndiGo informs DGCA of flight operation cuts from Dec 8, seeks temporary relief from new pilot duty norms. Airline admits misjudging crew needs, faces MoCA displeasure. Full stability expected by February 10.
Bihar VVIPs to Get Toll Exemption on National Highways
Bihar govt mandates 'Exempted FASTags' for CM, ministers, MPs, judges & others, allowing official vehicles to pass tolls without stopping. Move aims to save time for key officials.
IndiGo Misjudged New Pilot Rules, 200 Flights Cancelled Daily
IndiGo admits to DGCA it misjudged new pilot duty norms, causing 200 daily cancellations. CEO calls it biggest operational challenge. Full recovery targeted by Feb 2026.
Naidu to IndiGo: Fix flight disruptions, stop fare hikes
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu directs IndiGo to urgently restore normal operations and ensure no airfare spike. Over 550 flights cancelled on Thursday. DGCA steps up monitoring.
IndiGo Cuts Flights After Major Disruptions, DGCA Steps In
IndiGo faces massive flight cancellations, admits misjudgment in crew scheduling norms. CEO apologises, regulator DGCA orders strict monitoring. Full normalcy expected by Feb 2026.
US Lifts Some Lukoil Restrictions, India's Russian Oil Imports Dip
The US has granted a temporary exemption for Lukoil-branded fuel stations outside Russia until April 2026. This move comes as Indian refiners cut purchases of sanctioned Russian crude, with imports expected to plummet.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 300+ Cancellations Strand Passengers
IndiGo's operational crisis enters day 3, with over 300 flights cancelled. Passengers stranded at major airports as DGCA investigates crew shortage and FDTL norms impact. Read for details and passenger reactions.
FIP Accuses IndiGo of 'Cartel-Like' Behaviour Amid Flight Chaos
Federation of Indian Pilots alleges IndiGo's 'short-sighted' planning caused crew shortages & flight cancellations. Urges DGCA to reallocate slots. Read the full report.
IndiGo Flight Disruptions Continue Amid New Pilot Duty Rules
IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights as new DGCA pilot rest norms strain operations. Network disruption expected for 48 hours. Details on the crisis inside.
IndiGo Shares Fall as Flight Cancellations Hit 150+
IndiGo's share price fell as operations faced severe turbulence with over 150 flight cancellations. DGCA launches probe into crew shortage and FDTL norm issues. Read the full analysis.
India's Healthcare Capacity Below WHO Standards: Govt
India's Health Ministry admits the country lags behind WHO's hospital bed benchmark. Despite expansion in medical seats, doctor and nurse shortages persist nationwide. Read the full report.
DGCA probes IndiGo over mass flight cancellations, delays
DGCA investigates IndiGo as over 150 flights cancelled nationwide. Delhi sees 38 cancellations, major delays due to crew shortage & new norms. Airline submits mitigation plan.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 65% Delays, Crew Crisis Hits Peak Travel
IndiGo, India's largest airline, faces massive disruptions with only 35% on-time flights. Over 200 cancellations reported due to severe crew shortage post new FDTL norms. Passengers face 7-8 hour delays.
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