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The wreckage of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, remains a focal point of ongoing investigations. Lead US attorney Mike Andrews, representing over 130 victim families, has raised concerns about delayed compensation and the psychological trauma faced by those affected. He highlighted the struggles of families adjusting to life without their primary breadwinners, with some children forced to leave school due to financial strain. Investigators are examining technical evidence, including reported electrical issues before the crash, which killed 260 people. Andrews cautioned families against signing liability waivers from Boeing and others until the investigation concludes, emphasizing that no compensation can replace lost lives. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's preliminary report indicated both engines failed during the initial climb, marking this incident as one of India's deadliest aviation disasters. 
Published: Dec 08 2025, 12 pmeznews.inThe Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) has successfully executed a demolition operation targeting illegal settlements on 62 acres of land at Kandla port, resulting in the removal of approximately 500 shanties. The operation commenced at 6:30 am and focused on areas near liquid jetty 7, with DPA officials stating that multiple warnings had been issued to the encroachers prior to the demolition, including formal notices on November 25. This latest action follows a previous clearance of encroachments from 200 acres of port land last year, underscoring the DPA's commitment to maintaining the integrity of port operations and land use. The authority aims to ensure compliance with regulations and prevent further illegal occupation of valuable port territory.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 1 pmeznews.inPassengers at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai faced significant disruptions as over 250 IndiGo flights were cancelled on Monday, marking the seventh consecutive day of operational chaos for the airline. The Delhi High Court has scheduled a hearing for December 10 regarding a public interest litigation (PIL) that seeks government intervention to support and refund affected passengers. The petitioner's counsel highlighted the dire situation at airports, describing it as "inhumane," and criticized the lack of a proper refund system. Despite the court acknowledging previous government directives on the matter, the bench agreed to expedite the hearing. The cancellations, which included 134 flights from Delhi and 117 from Bengaluru, have been attributed to regulatory changes affecting pilots' duty regulations, prompting backlash from both passengers and authorities.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIndiGo faced significant operational challenges on Monday, cancelling approximately 450 flights at major airports as it works to restore normalcy following a recovery phase that began on Friday. The airline successfully returned stranded pilots and crew to their bases, leading to the clearance of all ten aircraft parking bays at Pune Airport, which confirmed that airside capacity is fully available for smooth operations. According to the airport director, all airlines are functioning according to their approved schedules, with no disruptions to arrivals, departures, or ground handling. On Sunday, IndiGo operated around 1,650 flights, achieving an on-time performance of 78.2%, although this is notably lower than its usual capacity of over 2,200 flights. Continued cancellations were particularly evident for flights departing from Delhi and Bengaluru, indicating ongoing operational difficulties for the airline.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIndiGo, India’s largest airline, has faced a significant crisis following the cancellation of over 2,000 flights due to a pilot shortage, leading to widespread chaos at airports, particularly at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. This disruption has left tens of thousands of passengers stranded and resulted in a massive backlog of luggage, raising concerns about the risks associated with the airline's dominant market position, which accounts for 65% of domestic flights. The situation has drawn criticism from politicians and aviation experts, who warn of the systemic risks posed by the airline's size and the duopoly-like market structure with Air India. The government has intervened by relaxing pilot fatigue regulations to mitigate the impact. While IndiGo aims to restore normal operations soon, the crisis has already begun to affect its reputation and financial standing, with customer refunds reaching $68 million.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 11 ameznews.inIndia's cotton imports are projected to reach a record 50 lakh bales (170 kg each) in the 2025-26 season, according to the Cotton Association of India (CAI). This marks an increase from 41 lakh bales in the previous season. Currently, cotton imports are duty-free until the end of December, with 18 lakh bales imported by the end of November, up from 8.8 lakh bales last year. CAI has revised its domestic output estimate for the upcoming season to 309.50 lakh bales, reflecting increased production in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, despite a decline in Telangana. Total cotton supply for 2025-26 is estimated at 420.09 lakh bales, with consumption expected to drop to 295 lakh bales due to lower demand from mills. Exports are projected to remain stable at 18 lakh bales. The Agriculture Ministry's advance estimates suggest a slight decrease in production to 292.15 lakh bales.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 11 ameznews.inIndira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi is experiencing significant luggage pile-ups as mass flight cancellations by IndiGo have caused widespread logistical chaos, leaving countless passengers stranded. The Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing regarding the cancellations, acknowledging the government's awareness and response to the situation. Chief Justice Surya Kant highlighted the seriousness of the matter, noting the health and personal issues faced by many affected travelers. Over the past week, IndiGo has cancelled hundreds of flights, with more than 250 cancellations reported on Monday alone, including 134 at Delhi and 117 at Bengaluru airports. The airline attributed the disruptions to regulatory changes affecting pilots' duty regulations. As the situation continues, passengers are expressing frustration over a lack of timely communication regarding flight status, with approximately 2,500 flights delayed across 95 airports nationwide.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 11 ameznews.inIndia's auto retail sales are projected to remain robust over the next three months, buoyed by the positive effects of GST 2.0 tax rationalisation, strong inquiry pipelines, and improving rural economic conditions, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). Approximately 74% of dealers anticipate growth, driven by expected price hikes in January, new model launches for 2026, and heightened demand during the marriage season. In November, passenger vehicle sales surged by 20% year-on-year to 394,152 units, while three-wheeler sales rose by 24% to 133,951 units. However, two-wheeler sales saw a slight decline of 3% to 2,546,184 units, attributed to a shift in festive buying patterns and delayed crop payments. Overall, total vehicle sales increased by 2.14% year-on-year to 3,300,832 units, reflecting sustained consumer interest and effective dealer promotions.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 10 ameznews.inIn the latest financial report, the RBI Ombudsman revealed a significant rise in consumer complaints related to credit cards, with 50,811 grievances recorded in FY25, marking a 20% increase from FY24. This surge represents approximately 17% of the total complaints, which exceeded 296,000. The increase in credit card complaints, which accounted for just 13% of total grievances in FY23, reflects the aggressive marketing strategies of private banks, which generated 64% of these complaints. Analysts attribute this trend to a growing demand for credit cards, driven by their associated rewards and benefits. Meanwhile, complaints regarding mobile and electronic banking, as well as ATM and debit card issues, saw declines of 13% and 28%, respectively, indicating a maturation in consumer usage. Overall, complaints against banks constituted 81.5% of the total, with private sector banks experiencing the highest share of grievances.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 10 ameznews.inHyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) has been the target of three bomb threats concerning flights from various cities, including two international routes. Late on Sunday night, the airport received emails threatening British Airways flight BA 277 from Heathrow, Lufthansa flight LH 752 from Frankfurt, and IndiGo flight 6E 7178 from Kannur. Fortunately, all flights landed safely, with the international arrivals occurring in the early hours of Monday. In response to the threats, standard safety protocols were activated, which involved isolating the aircraft, screening passengers and baggage, and deploying fire engines and sniffer dogs. This incident follows a series of bomb threats received by RGIA last week, which included threats to an Emirates flight from Dubai and two IndiGo flights, one of which was diverted to Ahmedabad.
Published: Dec 08 2025, 10 am
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