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IndiGo, India's largest domestic airline, has cancelled over 200 flights from Delhi and Mumbai following a tumultuous week marked by disruptions due to new flight duty and rest period (FDTL) norms for pilots. The cancellations occurred a day after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted temporary relaxations to IndiGo, including a rollback of night duty definitions and an increase in permitted night landings. IndiGo's CEO, Pieter Elbers, issued an apology for the inconvenience caused to passengers after the airline had previously cancelled over 1,000 flights. The Airlines' Pilots Association (ALPA) India has expressed strong objections to the DGCA's selective relaxations, arguing they compromise safety and regulatory parity. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has since decided to suspend the implementation of the revised FDTL norms, which were initially mandated by the Delhi High Court to enhance pilot fatigue management and passenger safety. 
Published: Dec 06 2025, 11 ameznews.inIndia could significantly boost its merchandise exports to Russia from approximately $5 billion to nearly $35 billion by 2030, according to a GTRI report coinciding with President Vladimir Putin's visit to Delhi. Despite bilateral trade reaching $70 billion, India's exports remain low, primarily due to a heavy reliance on crude oil imports from Russia, which totaled $63.8 billion in FY2025, resulting in a trade deficit of $58.9 billion. The report highlights that India captures only 2.4% of Russia's $202.6 billion import market, with substantial opportunities in food, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. However, challenges such as payment delays due to limited access to SWIFT for Russian banks hinder progress. The GTRI suggests establishing a modern rupee-rouble settlement system and enhancing institutional support to diversify India's trade with Russia beyond energy, tapping into a broader range of goods.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 11 ameznews.inMaharashtra is poised to lead India in natural farming as the nation reassesses its agricultural strategies amid challenges like climate change and rising costs. With a total area of 307.6 lakh hectares, the state relies heavily on rainfall, making natural farming essential for sustainable agriculture. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has initiated the Natural Farming State Mission, aiming to create a market-driven policy framework that connects local clusters to Bio-input Resource Centres and Farmer Producer Organisations. This approach is expected to cut cultivation costs by 40-50%, increase farmer incomes by 35%, and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Innovations like agroforestry models will further enhance farmer resilience and soil health. If successfully implemented, Maharashtra's transition to natural farming could set a national standard for ecologically sustainable and economically viable agriculture, benefiting farmers and consumers alike.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 10 ameznews.inOn December 6, 2025, passengers at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport faced significant disruptions as IndiGo Airlines cancelled 69 flights, including 46 departures and 26 arrivals, by 9:30 AM. Many travelers were informed of these cancellations late the previous night, leading to confusion and frustration as last-minute changes continued to affect their travel plans. The situation has raised concerns among air commuters, who are struggling to navigate the unexpected flight cancellations and delays. IndiGo's operational challenges have drawn attention to the broader issues affecting air travel in the region, as passengers seek clarity and assistance amid the ongoing disruptions.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 10 ameznews.inClimate change poses a significant threat to global industries, particularly agriculture, which is highly sensitive to environmental shifts. Erratic weather patterns disrupt crop lifecycles, workforce stability, and supply chains, leading to financial strain and regulatory uncertainties. Agriculture contributes approximately 25% of global greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating climate issues, with practices like stubble burning in India further complicating the situation. In response, India is promoting low-carbon agricultural practices through initiatives such as the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme and precision agriculture technologies, including drones for crop monitoring and resource management. The National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture aims to enhance resilience through improved crop varieties, water efficiency, and pest management, while also encouraging contract farming to provide farmers with better resources and market access. As India navigates the intersection of tradition and modernity, it seeks to transform challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth in agriculture.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inIn a bid to assist stranded passengers amid ongoing aviation sector challenges, regional airline FLY91 has announced additional flights between Hyderabad and Goa over the next three days. The new services will operate as a daily round trip, with flight IC 7001 departing Hyderabad at 2030 hrs and arriving in Goa at 2210 hrs, followed by IC 7002 leaving Goa at 2235 hrs and landing in Hyderabad at 0015 hrs. This initiative aims to provide crucial access for both leisure and business travellers, as many have struggled to secure seats on this popular route. Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and CEO of FLY91, emphasized the airline's commitment to supporting travellers during this challenging time. Passengers can book these extra flights through the FLY91 website and various travel booking platforms. The airline connects several destinations, including Jalgaon, Sindhudurg, and Bengaluru, enhancing regional connectivity.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inIndiGo Airlines faced significant operational disruptions on Saturday, with multiple flight cancellations reported at Thiruvananthapuram and Ahmedabad airports. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport saw six domestic flights cancelled, impacting key routes to Delhi, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, while Ahmedabad Airport reported seven arrivals and 12 departures cancelled early in the day. The disruptions stem from ongoing operational challenges, prompting the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to establish a four-member committee to investigate the airline's compliance with new fatigue management regulations. The DGCA noted IndiGo's struggles with crew availability and training, leading to a surge in cancellations, peaking at 170-200 per day. The committee, comprising senior DGCA officials, is tasked with identifying the causes of these disruptions and assessing the airline's preparedness for the revised regulations. Findings are expected within 15 days to inform regulatory actions aimed at preventing future issues.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inIn a notable trading session, India's benchmark indices saw significant gains, with the SENSEX rising by 447.05 points to close at 85,712.37, while the NIFTY increased by 152.70 points, reaching 26,186.45. Commodity prices also experienced upward movement, with crude oil climbing by 47.00 to settle at 5,430.00, gold appreciating by 1,732.00 to 129,032.00, and silver surging by 4,170.00 to 178,881.00. Meanwhile, Indigo Airlines has partially resumed operations at Chennai Airport, offering flights to ten destinations, including Pune, Ahmedabad, and Port Blair, between 3 am and 7 am. However, the airline faced disruptions, with 20 incoming flights and 28 outgoing flights cancelled due to operational challenges. This update reflects ongoing developments in both the financial and aviation sectors as of December 6, 2025.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 8 ameznews.inPilots from the Airline Pilots Association of India (ALPA) have called for a comprehensive investigation into IndiGo's pilot planning practices, criticizing the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for granting a temporary waiver of flight duty norms. This relaxation, aimed at stabilizing IndiGo's operations, has raised concerns among pilots, who argue it sets a dangerous precedent that undermines flight duty time regulations and compromises passenger safety. Captain Sam Thomas, ALPA's president, highlighted that the DGCA had previously agreed not to grant exemptions motivated by commercial interests, questioning how IndiGo's operational disruptions arose shortly after the implementation of new regulations. The association has urged the DGCA to revoke all dispensations granted to IndiGo and take punitive action against the airline, asserting that the DGCA's decision rewards operational mismanagement and endangers public safety.
Published: Dec 05 2025, 9 pmeznews.inIndiGo's ongoing flight disruptions at Kempegowda International Airport have left many passengers scrambling for alternatives, as cancellations force them to reconsider their travel plans. With soaring airfares and limited availability of alternative flights, an increasing number of travellers are opting for trains and buses. For instance, Nandini Nachiyar, a tech professional from Chennai, quickly switched to a Vande Bharat train after her flight was cancelled, while Rahul G Das chose a long-haul bus due to high ticket prices. The situation has also led to a surge in last-minute hotel bookings near airports, with properties like Radisson Blu reporting a 25-30% increase in reservations. In response to the heightened demand, the Railway Ministry is adding coaches to popular routes and planning additional trains from Mumbai. The ripple effects of these cancellations are evident, impacting not just air travel but also the broader transport and hospitality sectors.
Published: Dec 05 2025, 9 pm
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