Govt to Give DGCA More Teeth to Curb Steep Airfares
The Indian government plans to amend laws, granting DGCA more power to regulate air ticket pricing and penalize airlines for unfair fares. Read the full details.
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Ahmedabad Airport's High Fee Hits Flyers as Capacity Shrinks
Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport charges Rs 600 UDF, India's 3rd highest. With IndiGo cutting capacity by 10%, passengers face soaring airfares and limited seats. Learn how this impacts your travel budget.
Chidambaram Backs Centre's Move to Cap Economy Airfares
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram endorses the government's plan to regulate economy class airfares, citing consumer protection. Learn about the proposed cap and its implications for Indian travelers.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 650 Cancelled, ₹610 Crore Refunds
IndiGo's operational crisis enters day 6, causing nationwide travel chaos. Passengers can claim full refunds for Dec 5-15 travel. Here's how to get your money back.
Nagpur Airport Chaos: IndiGo Halts Bookings, Fares Soar
Chaos at Nagpur airport as IndiGo stops counter bookings till Dec 15, flights cancelled after boarding. Airfares breach govt caps, leaving passengers stranded. Full story on the travel turmoil.
Nagpur Airport Chaos: IndiGo Stops Counter Bookings Till Dec 15
Nagpur's airport faces chaos as IndiGo stops counter bookings till Dec 15, citing flight uncertainty. Passengers report being deboarded, fares breach govt caps. Full story inside.
IndiGo Glitch Cancels 52 Flights, Sparks Crisis at Chandigarh Airport
A major technical failure in IndiGo's system causes 5-day chaos at Chandigarh's airport, leading to 52 flight cancellations, soaring airfares, and packed trains. Authorities activate 24x7 control room.
IndiGo chaos continues, fares remain sky-high on day 3
IndiGo flight disruptions continue for third day. Despite govt fare cap directive, passengers face exorbitant ticket prices & chaos at Delhi airport. Full story.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations Cause Bengaluru Travel Chaos
IndiGo flight cancellations in Bengaluru for 5 days cause travel mayhem. Passengers face sky-high airfares, packed trains, and emotional distress. Read the full story of the crisis.
Govt Caps Airfares, Orders IndiGo to Refund Passengers
Indian government imposes fare caps, orders IndiGo to refund passengers and restore operations after mass flight cancellations. Details on new rules and passenger woes.
Airfare cap ignored, Kolkata passengers pay double
Days after IndiGo cancellations, a govt fare cap fails to bring relief. Tickets on key routes like Kolkata-Mumbai still soar to Rs 40,000. Passengers stranded, agents call for enforcement.
Hyderabad Domestic Flights Costlier Than International Trips
Massive IndiGo flight cancellations cause domestic airfares from Hyderabad to skyrocket, surpassing prices for flights to London and New York. Government imposes fare caps.
Air India Offers Fee Waiver, Caps Fares After IndiGo Cancellations
Air India & Air India Express offer a special waiver on change/cancellation fees for domestic bookings. The Tata Group airlines have also capped economy fares on key routes to aid passengers affected by recent flight disruptions.
IndiGo Meltdown Triggers Soaring Airfares from Mangaluru
As IndiGo faces operational chaos, rival airlines from Mangaluru International Airport are charging exorbitant fares, leaving passengers stranded during peak wedding season. Read more.
Govt Caps Airfares Amid IndiGo Flight Cancellation Chaos
The Indian government imposes temporary fare caps on domestic flights after IndiGo cancels over 1,600 flights, causing fare surges. Check the new distance-based price limits effective immediately.
IndiGo Chaos: 1,000+ Flights Cancelled, Fares Soar 10x
IndiGo's operational meltdown leads to over 1,000 daily cancellations, stranded passengers, and airfares skyrocketing tenfold. Government steps in as chaos grips Indian aviation.
Centre Orders Cap on Domestic Fares Amid IndiGo Crisis
The Indian government has intervened in the IndiGo crisis, capping domestic airfares. Check the new price details and what this means for passengers and the aviation sector.
Govt Caps Airfares at ₹18,000 as IndiGo Disruptions Continue
The Civil Aviation Ministry imposes a fare cap on domestic flights after IndiGo cancellations strand thousands. Details on the new price limits and the ongoing crisis.
Govt Imposes Airfare Cap as IndiGo Crisis Hits Flyers
Civil Aviation Ministry steps in to control surging flight ticket prices, introduces fare caps and promises strict real-time monitoring to protect passengers.
Govt Imposes Fare Caps as IndiGo Crisis Sends Airfares Soaring
Indian government mandates strict airfare caps after IndiGo flight cancellations cause ticket prices to spike up to 600%. Ministry of Civil Aviation steps in to protect passengers from opportunistic pricing.
Govt Caps Airfares Amid IndiGo Crisis, Fares Soar
Indian govt imposes fare caps on airlines to curb opportunistic pricing as IndiGo's flight cancellations cause nationwide disruption. Fares on key routes have skyrocketed.
DGCA Warns Airlines on High Fares After IndiGo Crisis
DGCA directs airlines to ensure reasonable pricing & availability after IndiGo technical crisis caused fare spikes. Regulator warns of strict action for non-compliance.
Indigo Cancels 2000 Flights, DGCA Intervenes
IndiGo cancels nearly 2000 flights due to crew shortage, causing fare surge. DGCA orders corrective action. Details on refunds, schedule, and passenger rights.
IndiGo Operations Stabilise, Airfares Expected to Drop
IndiGo shows signs of recovery after massive flight cancellations due to crew shortage. DGCA grants exemptions, fares on key routes like Delhi-Mumbai set to ease. Full details inside.
IndiGo Strands Bereaved Woman with Husband's Coffin
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations left a woman stranded with her husband's coffin in Assam. Over 1,000 flights cancelled, fares skyrocket. CEO apologizes.
IndiGo Flight Crisis: Crew Shortage Sparks Chaos, Govt Inquiry
IndiGo cancels 1000+ flights due to crew crisis after new FDTL rules. Airfares skyrocket 6x, Railways add coaches. CEO apologizes, govt orders probe. Details inside.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations Send Airfares Soaring
Mass cancellations by IndiGo have caused airfares on competing airlines to skyrocket, with prices doubling on major routes like Delhi-Mumbai. Passengers face a scramble for seats.
IndiGo Cancellations Cause Airfare Surge Across India
Mass cancellations by IndiGo have triggered a sharp spike in airfares on competing airlines as passengers scramble for seats. Key routes see prices double. #TravelNews #IndiGo
Delhi Airport Chaos as IndiGo Cancels 400+ Flights
Massive IndiGo flight cancellations on Dec 5, 2025, cause travel chaos at Delhi airport. Passengers face exorbitant airfares, packed trains, and desperate searches for alternatives. Read the full story.
IndiGo cancellations cause airfare surge across India
Massive IndiGo flight cancellations due to crew shortages have sent airfares soaring by up to 50% on major routes. Passengers face chaos and high costs. Check alternatives now.
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