IndiGo's operational meltdown cancels thousands of flights, stranding lakhs. Chetan Bhagat warns of higher fares as pilot safety rules loom. The chaos highlights systemic risks in Indian aviation.
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations strand passengers, spike fares 8-10x. Harsh Goenka's viral 'ItDidn'tGo' meme captures the frustration. Read about the pilot shortage crisis and government action.
IndiGo's parent company sees market cap erode by ₹16,190 crore as new pilot duty rules trigger operational chaos. CEO expects normalcy by Dec 15. Read the full analysis.
The Indian government has deferred new flight duty time limits for pilots to help airlines normalize operations after widespread IndiGo cancellations. Key details inside.
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.
IndiGo's operational crisis leads to mass cancellations & delays. Airfares expected to surge 5-8% as airline cuts flights due to pilot shortage & new fatigue rules. Details inside.
IndiGo's operational meltdown continues for a fourth day, cancelling 550+ flights. Passengers face chaos, lost luggage, and soaring airfares as DGCA steps in. Details inside.
IndiGo cancels nearly 300 flights, leaving thousands stranded. The crisis stems from a pilot shortage due to new crew rest rules. Passengers face chaos, lost baggage, and ruined plans. Details inside.
IndiGo admits grossly underestimating pilot needs under new rules, causing widespread cancellations. DGCA steps in as airline promises stable ops by Feb 10, 2026. Read the full story.
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.
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.
A journalist's flight from Delhi to Bengaluru turned into an 8-hour nightmare due to IndiGo's operational chaos, pilot shortage, and lack of communication. Read the full account of the airport ordeal.
IndiGo faces severe operational crisis with hundreds of flights cancelled. DGCA investigates as new pilot duty rules, airport tech issues, and winter congestion cripple India's largest airline.
IndiGo cancels over 180 flights for 3rd day. Pilot union claims crisis is 'artificially created' to pressure DGCA on new fatigue rules. Details inside.
IndiGo cancels 175+ flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
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 faces nationwide flight chaos with over 200 cancellations and delays, triggering a DGCA investigation. The airline cites crew rostering rules and weather. Details inside.
Massive disruption at major Indian airports as IndiGo cancels over 100 flights. We explain the mix of new pilot roster rules, technical issues, and weather behind the chaos. Read for details and passenger impact.
A combination of a new pilot roster rule, technical glitches, and adverse weather led to over 100 IndiGo flight cancellations on December 4, 2025, stranding thousands. Read the full explainer.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
India faces massive demand for 30,000 pilots over next 15-20 years, up from current 7,000. Minister Jitendra Singh reveals aviation sector expansion plans.
India's aviation sector faces a critical shortage of 18,000 pilots by 2038 despite rapid growth. Discover the challenges and solutions in pilot training capacity.
Adani Defence & Aerospace acquires Flytech Flight Training Academy for ₹820 crore, expanding India's pilot training capacity significantly. Read how this strengthens aviation infrastructure.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif expresses condolences for Indian Air Force pilot killed in Dubai Air Show crash. The minister confirmed the pilot couldn't eject and didn't survive.
Wing Commander Naman Syal's father was searching for his son's air show performance videos when he discovered the tragic Tejas crash reports. Read the heartbreaking story.
New research reveals heatwave action plans must incorporate electricity demand management alongside health responses. Learn how India can build climate-resilient infrastructure.
Uber expands in-app video recording for drivers across 10 Indian cities after Delhi pilot. Enhanced safety feature aims to protect both drivers and passengers.
India faces a massive demand for 30,000 pilots to crew 1,700 new aircraft on order, as revealed by Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Discover the details and implications for India's aviation sector.
In a landmark ruling, India's Supreme Court has dismissed allegations against Captain Sumeet Sabharwal for the 2010 Air India Express crash, stating the nation doesn't hold the pilot responsible. The court's powerful statement brings closure to a 14-year
In a deeply emotional moment, India's Supreme Court offers profound comfort to grieving father of Captain Sabharwal, clarifying pilot wasn't responsible for the tragic Air India Express crash in Kozhikode.