An IndiGo flight heading to Delhi from Kuwait was diverted to Ahmedabad after a security threat was noticed onboard, an IndiGo spokesperson said in a statement on Friday.
During the hearing, the DGCA categorically informed the Court that mandatory weekly rest for pilots has not been relaxed for any airline. "Weekly rest is non-negotiable. It cannot be tampered with. No relaxation has been given to any airline in this regard."
Highlighting India's rapid aviation growth, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has said the country has surged well beyond pre-COVID levels while much of the world is still recovering.
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a plea challenging its decision to keep the revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) regulations in abeyance, despite their direct link to passenger safety. A Division Bench compris
Srinagar Airport on Tuesday issued a statement for several flight cancellations in view of the unfavourable weather conditions and prevailing operational constraints. Among them, 6 Indigo, 2 Air Akasa, and 3 Air India Express flights have been cancelled till 9 AM.
"Travel Advisory: As a follow up to our first advisory, and in view of the recent developments around Iran, we are making certain proactive changes to our flight schedules as part of our continued focus on safety. IndiGo flights scheduled to operate on 25 January 2026 from Delhi to Tbilis
Senior aviation expert Subhash Goyal on Sunday emphasised that air safety must remain the top priority following the Directorate General of Civil Aviation's (DGCA) decision to curtail IndiGo's winter flight schedule.
At least three people were killed in a fire at a hotel in Lahore's Gulberg area. Officials said the blaze began in a basement boiler, prompting a difficult rescue operation. The Punjab government announced stricter safety checks following the incident.
India's largest airline, IndiGo, has surrendered over 700 slots at various domestic airports after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) imposed a 10 per cent cut on its winter flight schedule in early December due to widespread operational disruptions.
The Banihal town of Ramban district on Friday witnessed the season's first heavy snowfall as fresh snow blanketed the entire region, bringing winter conditions in full force.