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
BUSINESS
IndiGo's flight chaos: Why the airline was hit hardest
IndiGo increased its departures per week by 6% to 15,014 in the winter schedule, as compared to 14,158 departures per week during the summer schedule
INDIA
IndiGo cancellations: Fares jump 10-fold; pilots' union says don't blame new norms
The airline’s December 3 punctuality level fell to less than 20%, meaning that four out of every five flights were delayed. On December 2, only 35% of its 2200 flights were on time.
BUSINESS
Two in every three flights of IndiGo delayed, company to adjust schedules
An estimated 250-300 IndiGo flights were cancelled during the two days.
AUTOMOBILE
Auto industry faces new-year dilemma as cost pressures rise but anti-profiteering checks intensify
The rupee’s weakness has also inflated landed costs for automakers dependent on imported electronics, sensors, EV components, and precision metals.
AUTOMOBILE
Rupee at 90: Luxury cars to become expensive, exporters rejoice
Industry sources said that some of the luxury carmakers are contemplating a price hike in January.
BUSINESS
Chinese brands grab one-third of India’s electric car market
One in every three electric cars sold in the country is manufactured by a company with a Chinese connection, data shared by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association shows
BUSINESS
Air India, IndiGo scramble to update fleet software after Airbus warning
On November 28 France-based aircraft manufacturer Airbus stated that an analysis of a recent event involving an A320 family aircraft revealed that intense solar radiation may corrupt data critical to the functioning of flight controls.
AUTOMOBILE
Weight-based CAFE rules will push expensive, unsafe lightweight cars, say automakers
Carmakers fear that if BEE’s proposed weight-based draft for CAFÉ norms are approved by the government, auto companies will prioritise vehicle weight reduction to avoid penalties prescribed under the new standards
