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Ministry of Civil Aviation Officials Monitor IndiGo Flight Cancellation Crisis at Major Indian Airports
Dec 10, 2025 05:40 am CST
Civil Aviation Ministry officials are conducting inspections at major airports across India to address the ongoing IndiGo flight cancellation crisis. Officials visited Mumbai and Kolkata airports to review passenger assistance measures, baggage handling issues, and ensure timely information updates as the airline works to resolve operational challenges that have affected thousands of travelers.
IndiGo Flight Crisis Escalates: Thousands of Passengers Separated from Luggage as Aviation Ministry Issues 48-Hour Deadline
Dec 07, 2025 08:21 pm CST
IndiGo Airlines faces a massive baggage handling crisis across India, with thousands of passengers reporting missing luggage at major airports including Delhi and Mumbai. Despite resuming operations to 137 out of 138 destinations, the airline struggles to reunite travelers with their belongings, prompting the aviation ministry to issue a 48-hour deadline for resolving the situation. Affected passengers report significant hardships, including separation from essential medications and valuable documents.
Mumbai Airport Implements Comprehensive Measures to Support Passengers During IndiGo Flight Cancellations Crisis
Dec 07, 2025 01:51 am CST
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has introduced extensive support measures for passengers affected by IndiGo's widespread flight cancellations. With 146 cancellations reported in a single day, the airport has established dedicated passenger assistance services, including complimentary refreshments, enhanced baggage retrieval systems, and real-time flight information updates through the Adani OneApp to minimize disruption for thousands of travelers.
Massive Disruption: Hundreds Stranded as IndiGo Cancels Over 500 Flights Across Major Indian Airports
Dec 05, 2025 02:32 pm CST
IndiGo's operational crisis enters its fourth consecutive day with over 523 flight cancellations affecting major airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Passengers report inadequate communication, lack of rebooking options, and surging alternative flight prices. The airline has apologized and requested regulatory exemptions while warning that disruptions may continue for several more days.
Major Drug Bust: Rs 47 Crore Cocaine Seized at Mumbai Airport from Colombo Passenger
Nov 01, 2025 02:19 pm CST
DRI officers intercepted a female passenger arriving from Colombo at Mumbai airport, seizing 4.7 kg of cocaine worth Rs 47 crore concealed in coffee packets. Five individuals were arrested, including the carrier and four syndicate members involved in financing, logistics, and distribution of narcotics, highlighting a concerning trend of international drug syndicates exploiting Indian women as couriers.
CISF Takes Over Security Operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport: A Major Step Towards Commercial Launch
Oct 30, 2025 06:50 pm CST
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has formally assumed security responsibilities at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), marking a critical milestone towards its commercial launch. With an initial deployment of 900 personnel expanding to 1,800 as operations grow, CISF will provide comprehensive security for what will become one of India's largest airports, expected to handle 90 million passengers annually upon completion. The technologically advanced airport features 5G connectivity, automated systems, and enhanced security measures, positioning it as a significant boost for trade and tourism in the Mumbai-Pune-Konkan region.
Air India Flight Returns to Mumbai Due to Technical Issue: Passengers Rebooked as Newark Services Cancelled
Oct 22, 2025 03:42 pm CST
An Air India flight bound for Newark made an emergency return to Mumbai due to suspected technical problems, resulting in cancellations of services between India and the US. The airline has arranged accommodations and alternative flights for affected passengers at both locations while the aircraft undergoes inspection.
Navi Mumbai International Airport Inaugurated: Adani Celebrates Milestone in India's Aviation Infrastructure
Oct 08, 2025 11:38 pm CST
Gautam Adani hails the inauguration of Navi Mumbai International Airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a symbol of India's rising aspirations. The new airport aims to transform Mumbai into Asia's premier connectivity hub, ease congestion at the existing airport, and strengthen global connections while supporting the nation's position as the world's third-largest domestic aviation market.
Comprehensive Guide to Navi Mumbai International Airport: Capacity, Features, and Sustainable Design
Oct 06, 2025 09:05 pm CST
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is set for inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 8. This state-of-the-art facility will serve as Mumbai's second international airport with an initial capacity of 20 million passengers annually, expanding to 90 million in its final phase. Featuring lotus-inspired architecture, advanced 5G connectivity, automated processing systems, and numerous sustainability initiatives including 47MW solar power generation, NMIA represents a significant advancement in India's aviation infrastructure.