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IndiGo chaos continues: Passengers stranded at several airports amid delays, cancellations
India | Dec 04, 2025, 10:50 AM ISTA meeting between DGCA and senior IndiGo officials is likely to be held in Delhi this afternoon after the airline cancelled over 100 flights on Wednesday. As per reports, more than 100 flights may be affected today as well.
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IndiGo sees over 1200 flight cancellations in November; DGCA launches probe
India | Dec 03, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTDGCA said it is currently investigating the situation and evaluating measures, along with the airline, to reduce cancellations and delays to minimise the inconvenience being caused to passengers.
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Air India flew A320 aircraft without safety certificate in November, DGCA launches probe
India | Dec 02, 2025, 07:57 PM ISTThe Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is probing the incident reported on November 26. The regulator had asked the airline to carry out an internal probe to fix the responsibility and ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future.
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Ethiopia volcanic eruption: DGCA issues advisory as ash from Hayli Gubbin disrupts flight operations
India | Nov 24, 2025, 11:49 PM ISTIndian aviation authorities and airlines are keeping a close watch on possible disruptions to flight operations in Delhi and Jaipur from Monday evening onward, with some carriers already modifying their routes to steer clear of the volcanic plume.
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Big relief for air travellers! You may soon be allowed free cancellation within 48 hours of booking
Business | Nov 04, 2025, 11:43 AM ISTAs per the changes suggested in the Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) regarding the refund of air tickets, airlines shall ensure that the refund process is completed within 21 working days.
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Delhi Airport fire: Blaze engulfs Air India bus near aircraft at IGI Terminal 3 | Video
Delhi | Oct 28, 2025, 02:50 PM ISTEarlier in the day, a massive fire engulfed the Customs officials’ room at Gannavaram International Airport in Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada. The blaze destroyed software equipment, a split air conditioner in the immigration room and luggage bags belonging to Customs officials.
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DGCA directs Air India to reinspect emergency system after Dreamliner scare
India | Oct 12, 2025, 11:06 AM ISTAfter a sudden emergency system activation on an Air India Boeing 787 flight, DGCA has asked the airline to reinspect the aircraft’s emergency system and seek a report from Boeing on similar cases worldwide.
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Tamil Nadu: Madurai Airport receives bomb threat email; authorities launch search operation
Tamil Nadu | Oct 09, 2025, 10:47 AM ISTThe airport authorities promptly alerted the police commissioner and district collector, leading to thorough security checks and a detailed investigation across the entire facility.
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IndiGo fined Rs 20 lakh by DGCA for pilot simulator training lapses, airline responds
India | Oct 08, 2025, 04:55 PM ISTThe DGCA has penalised IndiGo Rs 20 lakh for using uncertified simulators during pilot training at Category C airports. IndiGo plans to appeal the order and clarified that the fine will not affect its operations or financials.
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DGCA directs airlines to cap fares and add more flights to manage festival rush
Business | Oct 06, 2025, 01:42 PM ISTAccording to industry assessments, domestic airfares typically climb by about 10–25 per cent on key routes during festive seasons.
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Pilots’ body asks DGCA to probe electrical systems of all Boeing 787s after Air India emergency case
India | Oct 05, 2025, 06:21 PM ISTFederation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has urged the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to conduct a thorough investigation of the electrical systems in all Boeing 787 aircraft in India.
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Navi Mumbai Airport to open on Oct 8: Check nearest railway stations, easy route to reach airport
Maharashtra | Oct 03, 2025, 02:40 PM ISTSignificantly, the Navi Mumbai International Airport will be the second major airport in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and is expected to handle up to 90 million passengers annually.
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Navi Mumbai Airport gets official DGCA nod, to be inaugurated on this date
Business | Oct 01, 2025, 05:54 PM ISTNMIA has been built with an aim to ease pressure at Mumbai’s existing airport. It is also expected to strengthen regional and international connectivity.
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DGCA approves resumption of helicopter services for Char Dham Yatra after Monsoon hiatus
India | Sep 18, 2025, 11:40 PM ISTFollowing the minister’s instructions, the DGCA carried out a thorough inspection between September 13 and 16. This audit covered all helipads, helicopters, operator readiness and supporting infrastructure. After the review, permission was granted to UCADA and helicopter service providers to restart
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DGCA reprimands IndiGo for lapses in simulator training to 1,700 pilots at cities across country
India | Aug 13, 2025, 08:47 AM ISTThe notice lists 20 simulators located at training facilities in Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore, Greater Noida, Gurugram, and Hyderabad, with remarks against each stating limitations such as “not qualified for Calicut” or “not qualified for Calicut and Leh.”
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IndiGo acts after viral slap video, flyer banned for assaulting distressed co-passenger
India | Aug 03, 2025, 08:31 AM ISTHossain Ahmed Mazumdar was being escorted to his seat by flight attendants after he had suffered a panic attack. It was only then that a passenger suddenly slapped him without any provocation. Fellow passengers and airline crew members immediately protested the assault.
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Air India: DGCA audit lists 100 violations, including 7 level-1 - Check details
Market | Jul 30, 2025, 05:06 PM ISTThe audit findings come at a time when the airline is under intense scrutiny by the regulator in the wake of the June 12 plane crash.
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DGCA begins enforcement action against Air India for lapse in plane's emergency slide check
India | Jul 28, 2025, 05:39 PM ISTIn recent times, Air India has come under the scanner of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for various lapses. On June 12, Air India's Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating the flight AI 171 en route to London crashed into a building soon after take off from Ahmedabad, killing 260 people.
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DGCA issues four show cause notices to Air India over crew duty, training and operational violations
India | Jul 24, 2025, 03:48 PM ISTThe Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued four show-cause notices to Air India regarding violations related to cabin crew duty limits, training standards, and operational procedures. The notices follow voluntary disclosures made by the airline in June.
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DGCA withdraws window shade advisory for flights at IAF airports, photography ban continues
India | Jul 20, 2025, 07:23 AM ISTEarlier in May, the aviation watchdog had directed commercial airlines, charter, and private jet operators to ensure window shades of aircraft, except on emergency exit rows, remain closed during takeoff and landing at defence airports.