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Delhi rains disrupt flights: 15 Delhi-bound flights diverted; Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet issue advisories

Heavy rain battered Delhi-NCR on Monday, causing widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Fifteen Delhi-bound flights were diverted due to adverse weather conditions impacting operations. Airlines issued travel advisories, urging passengers to check flight statuses before departing. The weather office issued red and orange alerts for thunderstorms and strong winds.

The Economic Times

Kazakhstan Travel Guide for Indian Travellers: Visa, Almaty, Steppe, and Budget Tips

The visa situation that changes everythingKazakhstan extended visa-free access to Indian passport holders in 2023, valid for stays of up to 14 days. No e-visa form, no appointment queue at an embassy, no letter of invitation. You land at Almaty International Airport or Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in Astana, show…

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Uzbekistan for Indian Travellers: Your First-Timer's Guide to Samarkand, Bukhara and the Silk Road

The Visa and Getting There: Easier Than You ThinkIndian passport holders get a visa on arrival at Tashkent's Islam Karimov International Airport. No prior application, no embassy visit. You pay USD 50 at the counter, show your return ticket and hotel booking, and you're through in under 30 minutes on…

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IndiGo flight from Trichy to Singapore carrying 127 passengers returns after technical snag

An IndiGo flight from Trichy to Singapore returned safely to the airport. The aircraft experienced a technical snag shortly after its departure. Passengers were aboard the flight which circled for two and a half hours. Airport officials maintained communication while the plane reduced its fuel. The flight landed after completing…

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IndiGo reservation system restored after second technical disruption this week, bookings hit

IndiGo's reservation system was restored Friday after technical issues disrupted bookings. The airline's website and app experienced intermittent problems affecting ticket reservations. Passengers faced difficulties with bookings, web check-ins, and payment confirmations. These repeated disruptions pose a challenge for the new CEO, Willie Walsh. This follows significant flight cancellations due…

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Delayed, lost and mishandled: Air travellers had one big complaint in July, their baggage

Delayed and lost baggage caused the most passenger dissatisfaction in July. This issue accounted for nearly one-third of all airline complaints received. Flight delays and refund problems followed as significant passenger concerns. Airlines resolved most complaints, while IndiGo carried most domestic passengers. Overall passenger traffic showed slight growth from the…

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Air India international traffic plunges 36% as war, airspace curbs hit overseas operations

Air India's international passenger numbers fell 36 percent in the April-June quarter. This decline occurred as the US-Iran war and Pakistani airspace restrictions impacted Indian carriers. Foreign airlines, however, saw their India carriage increase by seven percent during this period. Overall international travel to and from India decreased by 10.5…

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Domestic air passenger traffic slips 4.80 pc to 1.20 crore in Jul: DGCA

Domestic air passenger traffic saw a slight decrease in July compared to last year. All major Indian airlines experienced a drop in their passenger load factors. IndiGo and Air India group increased their market share during the previous month. Akasa Air and SpiceJet witnessed their market share decline. IndiGo reported…

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Man missed Bengaluru-Delhi IndiGo flight after bus took different route; court orders Rs 73,000 compensation

A district consumer commission has ordered Greenline Travels to pay compensation after finding the bus operator deficient in service for causing a passenger to miss his flight. The passenger had booked a bus from Adoni to Bengaluru to catch a flight to Delhi. However, the bus took a different route…

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Bhubaneswar-Kolkata IndiGo flight on Aug 13 cancelled after pilot detects technical snag

An IndiGo flight from Bhubaneswar to Kolkata was cancelled on August 13. The pilot detected a technical issue while passengers were boarding the aircraft. All 56 passengers were safely escorted back to the arrival area. The cancellation caused some passenger agitation which was quickly managed by airport personnel. Airlines continue…

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IndiGo launches new flight services from Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata

In an exciting development, Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu unveiled new IndiGo flight services that link Vijayawada with Varanasi and Kolkata. The flights will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, generating considerable enthusiasm among passengers. Local MP Vallabhaneni Balashowry expressed interest in having direct international flights to Dubai and…

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CAS chaos continues: Sensex rises 114 points, but Nifty closes below 24,400. What lies ahead?

Indian benchmark indices ended mixed on expiry day, with the Sensex gaining 114 points while the Nifty slipped over 40 points. Broader markets advanced, while metal stocks declined and FMCG and realty gained. Analysts said softer inflation supported sentiment, but elevated crude prices and geopolitical risks remained key market overhangs.

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IndiGo flight from Kolkata lands safely in Chennai after left engine issue; full emergency withdrawn

Chennai Airport declared a full emergency for IndiGo flight 6E-723 from Kolkata after the aircraft developed a left engine inoperative condition. The aircraft landed safely on Runway 25 at 11:37 PM with 224 people onboard. Emergency arrangements were activated before landing and withdrawn at 11:47 PM. Airport operations remained normal,…

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IndiGo in early talks with Embraer for large regional jet order

IndiGo parent InterGlobe Aviation is reportedly in early talks with Brazil’s Embraer for a potentially large order of E2 regional jets. The aircraft could replace IndiGo’s ATR turboprops and add capacity. A deal could be worth billions of dollars and become Embraer’s biggest order in India, while supporting its plans…

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Allowing airport operators to own and run airlines is logical, says Akasa CEO Vinay Dube as airline turns four

Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube supports airport operators owning airlines, which IndiGo opposes. The airline is seeking significant funding amid rising operating costs. Akasa reported a substantial financial loss for the fiscal year 2025. The company plans fleet expansion with many aircraft on order. Akasa continues to grow its operations…

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Akasa Air backs plan to let airport operators own airlines: CEO Vinay Dube

Akasa Air's CEO supports airport operators owning airlines, emphasizing India's need for more aviation competition. He is confident the government will consider all factors before making a final decision. IndiGo's co-founder expressed concerns about potential conflicts of interest with such a proposal. The Indian aviation market is experiencing rapid growth…

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Why is market rising today? Sensex jumps over 400 pts, Nifty above 24,600. 8 factors behind D-St rebound

The Indian stock market saw a rebound on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty 50 trading higher. Easing oil prices and strong foreign institutional investor buying boosted investor sentiment significantly. Bharti Airtel and IndiGo shares led the gains, while Titan experienced a slight decline. Broader markets also performed well, with midcap…

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IndiGo should remain disciplined, resilient: CEO Willie Walsh tells staff

In his first address to employees, new IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh said the airline must remain agile, disciplined and resilient amid airspace disruptions, supply chain constraints and changing global conditions. As IndiGo marks 20 years of operations, Walsh said the carrier is well placed to expand internationally, with over 900…

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On 20th anniversary, IndiGo MD Rahul Bhatia says 'best is yet to come'

IndiGo marks two decades of operations, with its co-founder expressing optimism for the future. The airline has grown significantly since its 2006 inception, now operating many daily flights. New CEO Willie Walsh will guide IndiGo into its next phase of expansion and innovation. The company plans substantial growth by 2030,…

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Duchess Sophie's denim midi skirt is an elevated alternative to jeans that will become a staple in your summer-to-autumn wardrobe

A denim skirt is a breezy choice for hot weather and looks fabulous with knee-high boots too - as the Duchess has already proved

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20,000 free air tickets up for grabs as this airline celebrates its 20th birthday

IndiGo celebrates its twentieth anniversary with a special offer for customers. Selected passengers can win one of twenty thousand free domestic flight tickets. This campaign offers fare refunds up to ten thousand rupees per PNR. Bookings must be made directly through IndiGo's website or mobile application. The airline will refund…

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Stocks in news: Paytm, LIC, Airtel, BSE and ONGC

Markets extended gains on Monday, driven by easing oil prices and strong quarterly earnings. Paytm's parent company sees investors selling shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore. The government will offer shares in LIC to non-retail investors starting Tuesday. Airtel, ONGC, and BSE will announce their first quarter results today.…

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Kate Middleton nails summer-to-autumn styling with forest green blazer, striped vest and pleated skirt - it's chic and simple

The Princess wore this combination to the Commonwealth Games but you could adjust it for hotter or colder weather so easily

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New pilot in IndiGo's cockpit: Willie Walsh takes charge as CEO

Willie Walsh has officially taken charge as IndiGo's chief executive officer. He will now oversee the airline's strategic direction and international growth. Walsh brings over four decades of extensive aviation industry experience to his new role. IndiGo is entering its third decade and is poised for significant future expansion with…

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Why did market rise today? Sensex surges 540 points, Nifty tops 24,770. 6 key factors fueling Rs 5 lakh crore rally

Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Monday. Nifty and Sensex indices both closed higher after positive news emerged. President Donald Trump's statement on Iran talks boosted investor sentiment considerably. Major companies like IndiGo, Infosys, and TCS saw substantial share price increases. Broader market indices also reflected the overall…

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