FLIGHT DELAYS IN INDIA

DGCA issues SOPs to airlines amid flight delays, cancellations: 'Inform passengers, Publish accurate real-time info'

Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia held an important meeting on Monday in which all government officials of his ministry, including DGCA, BCAS, and the Airport Authority of India (AAI), attended. Scindia directed all the off

Cold wave in Delhi: Mercury dips to 6°C; several trains, flights delayed

New Delhi: As the cold wave conditions persist across north India, a layer of fog shrouded Delhi on January 09. People were seen sitting around the bonfire to keep themselves warm as the minimum temperature in the national capital dropped to 6 degrees Celsius. Due to the foggy

Cold wave conditions continue in North India; flight operations delayed at Delhi airport

Cold-day conditions prevailed in parts of north India on Friday though the maximum temperatures rose slightly amid clear skies and sunshine during the day. People took refuge in night shelters as mercury level dipped in the national capital on January 13. As per

North India shivers under the grip of cold wave, fog reduces visibility in Delhi

As cold wave continues to grip northern India with dense fog covering the national capital and surrounding areas, the low visibility has disrupted train movement resulting in delay of as many as 26 Delhi-bound trains on Thursday. Several flight operations were also dela

IMD predicts very dense fog over northern India; train, flight operations affected

In no respite from the bone-chilling winter, the people in Delhi-NCR woke up to yet another morning of cold wave on the last day of the year with thick layer of fog all over the national capital and adjoining areas. The minimum temperature at the Safdarjung Observator

Weather update: Cold wave grips north India; 26 trains running late in Delhi due to low visibility

The city woke up to a bright morning though the icy northwesterly winds ensured there was no warm welcome awaiting 2024. The cold winds, however, had a positive aspect - they substantially cleaned the air of pollutants. According to the weatherman, a c

IMD issues fog alert for north India; over 130 flights delayed at Delhi airport

A dense layer of fog engulfed the national capital as cold wave gripped the city, leading to train and flight delays in Delhi, causing inconvenience to passengers on Thursday. Visuals from the Indira Gandhi International Airport showed passengers queuing up at the gates

Air India cancels Chicago-Delhi flight after prolonged delay, 300 passengers stranded

A prolonged delay, and eventual cancellation, of the Air India flight from Chicago to Delhi left passengers fuming, as they complained that they were kept in the dark about the delays and the airline did not inform them about alternate arrangements to reach their d

Air India Express Mumbai-Dubai flight delayed for over 12 hours due to a technical snag

As many as 170 passengers of an Air India Express flight to Dubai had a tough time at the airport here as the flight was delayed by 13 hours due to a technical snag.Air India Express Mumbai-Dubai flight delayed for over 12 hours due to a technical snag

Cold wave grips north India; 17 flights, 18 trains running late due to dense fog

Cold wave conditions continue in the north. Dense fog cover was seen in U.P, Haryana, Punjab, and the national capital region. Amid the fog, 17 flights from Delhi were delayed while 18 trains were running late.Cold wave grips north India; 17 flights, 18 trains running l

Air India addresses 'delay in long-haul flights' issue; rejects cabin crew shortage rumours

Air India on Friday said some of the flights have faced operational and crew entry passes issues but these are sporadic and the same has been addressed promptly. However, rumours regarding cabin crew shortage are completely baseless, a spokesperson of the car

Cold wave: Yellow alert in Delhi-NCR; fog delays flights, trains running late across north India

A punishing cold wave swept Delhi on Monday morning with the minimum temperature at the Safdarjung observatory, the city's base station, plunging to 1.4 degrees Celsius, the lowest in the month since January 1, 2021.Cold wave: Yellow alert in Delhi-NCR;

Watch: Heated argument breaks out between passengers & Air India staff after flight was delayed by 4 hrs

Passengers of a Mumbai-bound Air India flight and airline staff were involved in a heated argument at Delhi airport on Feb 21. The argument broke out after the flight was delayed by more than four hours. Many passengers were agitated over the del

Omicron Curbs: India delays resumption of international flights from December 15

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) India via Twitter confirmed that the Indian government has put its plans to resume international flights from December 15, on hold for now.Omicron Curbs: India delays resumption of international flights from December 15

Delhi: 166 flights affected by cold wave, 21 international flights delayed

Delhi: Started today with a season's lowest temperature so far. At 6.10 am, the minimum temperature dropped to 2.4 degree Celsius, said India Meteorological Department (IMD). With the bone-chilling cold, a layer of dense enveloped Delhi today morning and disrupted rail, road

Delayed AI flight leaves passengers stranded at IGI Airport for hours

Air India operations shut down again, 137 flights delayed since morning

The five-hour shutdown of Air India's check-in software, which occurred Saturday morning, is still causing its ripple effect as the airline said 137 flights will be running with a delay on Sunday. Air India operations shut down again, 137 flights delayed since morning

Watch: AI flight delay leaves 270 passengers stranded for hours at Mumbai airport

Almost 270 passengers were stranded for hours at the Mumbai International Airport after their Ahmedabad-bound Air India flight was delayed at the last minute, reported Times Now. The passengers were reportedly made to wait without proper food or water. Agitated by the

Cold wave continues to cripple north India, train, flight services affected

Severe cold wave conditions continue to affect normal life in several parts of North India, including NCR.Cold wave continues to cripple north India, train, flight services affected

North India continues to be in grip of cold wave

Cold wave continued to throw life out of gear in North India, affecting the daily routines of people. With mercury level dipping in the national capital, people were seen lighting bonfires to keep themselves warm.North India continues to be in grip of cold wave

Unruly flyers to be fined up to Rs 15 lakh for delaying Air India flights

Unruly passengers delaying Air India flights will soon have to pay hefty fees and face immediate registering of police complaints. The airline is planning to fine Rs 5 lakh for delaying a flight up to an hour; Rs 10 lakh for delay between one and two hours and Rs 15 lakh for d

TMC MP Dola Sen delays Air India flight over seating arrangement

After Ravindra Gaikwad holding up an Air India plane last month, another MP delayed an AI flight. TMC MP Dola Sen delayed AI's Delhi-Kolkata flight by nearly 40 minutes.TMC MP Dola Sen delays Air India flight over seating arrangement

Delaying an Air India flight can cost you a fine of up to Rs 15 lakh

After the Shiv Sena MP snub, Air India is going all out on unruly passengers with a new set of rules that includes steep fines. The airline, according to a TOI report, is planning to fine Rs 5 lakh for delaying a flight up to an hour; Rs 10 lakh for delay between one and two hours