travel disruption
IndiGo Crisis: Rs 827 Crore in Refunds Processed as Airline Battles Massive Flight Disruptions
Dec 08, 2025 09:39 pm CST
IndiGo airline is processing refunds worth Rs 827 crore for over 950,000 cancelled tickets as it recovers from a major operational crisis caused by new flight safety regulations. The budget carrier, which controls 60% of India's aviation market, has offered full waivers on changes and cancellations for flights between December 3-15 while facing government scrutiny and potential regulatory action.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations: How Passengers' Lives Were Disrupted at Chennai Airport
Dec 05, 2025 11:42 pm CST
For three consecutive days, IndiGo's massive flight cancellations at Chennai airport left passengers stranded, disrupting crucial commitments including job appointments, national competitions, and family vacations. The crisis worsened when CISF blocked passenger entry, forcing travelers to seek expensive alternatives while facing poor communication from the airline.
Massive Disruption: IndiGo Cancels Over 1,300 Flights Due to Pilot Shortage and New FDTL Regulations
Dec 05, 2025 03:50 pm CST
India's largest airline IndiGo has cancelled nearly 1,300 flights in four days due to pilot shortages under new Flight Duty Time Limitation rules. All Delhi departures were cancelled until midnight, while Chennai flights to major cities were suspended until 6 PM. CEO Pieter Elbers apologized to passengers as the airline requests regulatory exemptions until February 2026 to stabilize operations.
Thousands Left Stranded Worldwide as Marriott's Partner Sonder Files for Bankruptcy: Guests Forced Out Mid-Stay
Nov 12, 2025 07:23 pm CST
Thousands of travelers faced sudden eviction from their hotel rooms when Sonder, Marriott's rental partner, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Guests worldwide received minimal notice to vacate, with many finding their belongings packed and left in hallways. The abrupt collapse of the $1 billion startup left travelers scrambling for new accommodations at premium rates while Marriott works to assist affected customers with alternative arrangements and refunds.
Hundreds of Diwali Travelers Stranded in Italy After Air India Cancels Milan-Delhi Flight Due to Technical Issues
Oct 18, 2025 10:38 pm CST
Air India cancelled flight AI138 from Milan to Delhi on October 17, 2025, due to technical requirements, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded during their Diwali travel. The airline has provided hotel accommodations and rebooked travelers on flights on or after October 20, while continuing to offer ground assistance and meals to affected passengers.
'Fast And Furious': H-1B Workers Abroad Race To US Amid Chaos Over Order
Sep 21, 2025 05:40 pm CST
Panic, confusion, and anger reigned as workers on H-1B visas from India and China were forced to abandon travel plans and rush back to the US after President Donald Trump imposed new visa fees, in line with his wide-ranging immigration crackdown.