IndiGo Flight Chaos: 500+ Cancellations, Fares Spike
IndiGo's operational crisis deepens with 500+ flights cancelled. New pilot duty rules trigger chaos, stranding thousands. Airfares hit record highs. Details on refunds & government action inside.
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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.
Couple Attends Wedding Reception Online After IndiGo Flight Cancelled
A Bengaluru-based techie couple, stranded due to IndiGo's mass cancellations, joined their Hubballi wedding reception via video call. Read how the family adapted.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: Fares to Rise as Cancellations Mount
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.
DGCA withdraws weekly rest clause, relief for IndiGo
DGCA withdraws weekly rest rule for airline crew, offering partial relief to IndiGo. Move aims to ease operational disruptions and pilot shortage. Details inside.
IndiGo Cancels Flights Due to Pilot Shortage, FDTL Rules
IndiGo cancels 30+ flights as pilot shortage meets new DGCA duty rules. Passengers face delays at Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru. Airline working to normalize operations.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations: DGCA Cites Planning Gaps
IndiGo's flight cancellations due to crew shortage will continue for 2-3 days. DGCA says airline misjudged new pilot rest rules. Operations to be fully restored by February 10, 2026.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 500+ Cancellations Strand Passengers
Massive IndiGo flight cancellations cause chaos at Bengaluru's KIA and other airports. Over 500 flights axed due to crew shortages. Passengers stranded, fares surge. DGCA steps in.
IndiGo Cancels 550+ Flights, DGCA Orders Stabilisation
IndiGo's operational crisis strands thousands as 550+ flights cancelled. DGCA intervenes, airfares soar. Get live updates on the pilot shortage and passenger chaos.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 550+ Cancellations, Stranded Passengers
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 300 flights, passengers stranded nationwide
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's Crew Planning Gap Causes Major Flight Disruptions
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 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.
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.
IndiGo passenger ordeal: 8-hour delay, no pilot
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 Flight Crisis: DGCA Probes Mass Cancellations
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 Flight Chaos: 180+ Cancellations, Pilot Union Alleges
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 Amid New Crew Rules
IndiGo cancels 175+ flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
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 Flight Chaos: 200+ Cancellations, DGCA Probe
IndiGo faces severe operational turmoil with 200+ flight cancellations nationwide. DGCA investigates as new pilot rest rules and tech glitches cause chaos. Details inside.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 200+ Cancellations, DGCA Probe
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.
Why 100+ IndiGo Flights Were Cancelled in a Day
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.
IndiGo cancels 100+ flights due to roster rule, tech issue
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 to Require 30,000 Pilots in Coming Decades
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.
Punjab plans incentives for border area teachers, doctors
Punjab Cabinet plans incentive policy for teachers and doctors in border districts. New rules for charitable societies and GPS on mining vehicles also approved to curb illegal mining.
India's Aviation Boom Faces 18,000 Pilot Shortage
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 Buys FSTC for ₹820 Crore Pilot Training
Adani Defence & Aerospace acquires Flytech Flight Training Academy for ₹820 crore, expanding India's pilot training capacity significantly. Read how this strengthens aviation infrastructure.
Pak Defence Minister Condoles Indian Pilot's Death
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.
Father Finds Son's Tejas Crash on YouTube During Search
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.
Uber Tests Video Recording Feature in Indian Cities
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.
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