BUSINESS
Maruti Suzuki loses ground as rivals reshape India’s best-selling cars list
Between January and November, Hyundai’s Creta and Tata Motors’ Nexon claimed the second and third positions, pushing Maruti out of its traditional domination of the top five
BUSINESS
Auto makers must introspect on EV commitment to meet 2030 goals: Tata Motors’ Shailesh Chandra
India's EV share need a six-fold jump in five years to meet the government's 2030 target of 30% penetration
BUSINESS
Maruti Suzuki’s best-seller struggles in Aussie, NZ crash test
Launched in 2023, the Fronx is one of Maruti Suzuki's highest-selling models in the domestic market, clocking sales of 14,500 a month in India.
BUSINESS
Has brand IndiGo taken a hit after the crisis? Experts weigh in
Experts agree that IndiGo’s response, so far, has followed the standard corporate playbook — apologies, refunds and assurances.
BUSINESS
AERA working on uniform tariffs for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai airports: Adani Airports
Navi Mumbai airport will commence operations with 30 flights, led by IndiGo. It will start with only daytime operations followed by night operations in January 2026
BUSINESS
Just like London, Mumbai needs five airports: Jeet Adani
The existing design of the Navi Mumbai Airport does not allow for having a third runway
BUSINESS
Adani Airports to invest Rs 1 lakh crore over 5 years; IPO planned between 2027 and 2030
A key attraction at the Navi Mumbai airport will be a 25,000-seat indoor arena, being developed in partnership with one of the world’s leading operators
BUSINESS
SUVs, EVs to dominate new car fest of 2026
Industry experts say the robust launch calendar underscores confidence in sustained demand, driven by improving economic sentiment, rising disposable incomes
BUSINESS
Hybrids skid as electric vehicles, CNG gain momentum in India’s passenger car market
The GST reform widened the price gap between hybrid and petrol/diesel cars while the withdrawal of road tax waivers for hybrids by states such as Uttar Pradesh has further dampened the demand
AUTOMOBILE
Mercedes-Benz, BMW to hike prices from January 1, first since GST cut
The increase, which will be the first since the reduction in the goods and services tax (GST) on September 22, 2025
BUSINESS
Airlines stopped flying one in every five operationalised UDAN routes
As on date, a total of 14 airports are non-operational under the UDAN scheme due to factors such as completion of the three-year concession period
BUSINESS
IndiGo's 10% cut translates to only 2.35% flight reduction
Based on data for actual average number of flights a day, the real impact of the cutback is just 2.35% or around 5,600 flights
BUSINESS
IndiGo sought clarity on FDTL from DGCA two days before operations collapsed
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has formed a four-member committee to probe aspects on IndiGo’s crew planning, operational readiness and compliance with the new FDTL norms
BUSINESS
Not possible to pinpoint the exact cause of disruption: IndiGo submission to DGCA
IndiGo has asked DGCA for more time to provide a comprehensive and conclusive explanation.
BUSINESS
Air India jumps in to hire pilots amid IndiGo's desperate attempt to expand pilot pool
With both airlines operating extensive A320 family fleets, qualified pilots are in high demand
AUTOMOBILE
Festive fervour for cars spills over to November with record demand
Passenger vehicle sales jumped 20% YoY to 3.94 lakh units, supported by GST benefits, stronger marriage-season demand, improved supply of high-waiting-period models and continued traction for compact SUVs
BUSINESS
How wet leasing helped SpiceJet sidestep strict FDTL norms
Industry sources say this arrangement shields SpiceJet from the major roster-disruptions faced by carriers relying wholly on India-based crew
BUSINESS
IndiGo lifts pilot hiring freeze to comply with new norms
The Pilots' body Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) had alleged that IndiGo had adopted a ‘hiring freeze’ despite knowing that the new norms will entail expansion of the pilot pool.
BUSINESS
IndiGo flight cancellations: Airline’s size to help it contain hit on margins
There will be an impact of 5-7% on the topline on the quarterly basis only if the cancellation continues its trend, say analysts
BUSINESS
Kolkata to Mumbai flight ticket at Rs 90,000: Should government step in to cap airfares?
In the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, which took place in April 2025, the civil aviation ministry capped fares on flights out of Srinagar
BUSINESS
DGCA's FDTL relaxation to IndiGo could open the door for rival airlines
Air India and Air India Express could approach the DGCA seeking temporary flexibility in implementing the norms
BUSINESS
IndiGo’s greatest advantage has now become its biggest crisis trigger
Industry experts note that IndiGo’s utilisation levels have long been markedly higher than the rest of the market
BUSINESS
IndiGo cancels nearly 500 flights, including all flights from Delhi and over 100 from Mumbai
In a submission to DGCA, IndiGo admitted that it misjudged crew requirements under the new norms regulating flying hours because of which it faced planning gaps, resulting in inadequate crew availability
BUSINESS
We have faced tough moments before, this is no different: IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers
The airline has seen 300-400 flight cancellations over three days starting December 2
