"flight-cancellations"

Umrah pilgrims from Telangana remain stranded in Saudi Arabia after flight cancellations, facing uncertainty over return journeys, dwindling funds and medical needs. While some pay steep fares or travel through neighbouring countries, others await updates and support from Indian officials.

Thousands of Indian Umrah pilgrims have been stranded in Makkah and Madinah following the temporary suspension of flight services by Indian carriers to Saudi Arabia, leaving many, including pilgrims from Telugu states, facing accommodation and financial difficulties.

Air India and Air India Express suspended flights to Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam until October 20, 2026, citing regional security concerns. IndiGo and Akasa Air also extended cancellations, offering affected passengers refunds or complimentary rescheduling while monitoring developments

Indian airlines canceled nearly 26,000 international flights through July 20 due to West Asia airspace restrictions from the US-Iran conflict. The Civil Aviation Ministry told Lok Sabha that rerouting has sharply increased fuel costs and operational losses for domestic carriers

Heavy snowfall in Kashmir forced cancellation of 50 flights at Srinagar International Airport on Tuesday, disrupting inbound and outbound operations. Adverse weather stranded hundreds of tourists after the Republic Day weekend, with airlines advising passengers to seek updates and alternatives

Flight operations at Srinagar airport were cancelled on Friday due to heavy snowfall in Kashmir, making the runway unsafe. Authorities advised passengers to contact airlines, while meteorological forecasts predict snow continuing through the evening

Air India and IndiGo cancelled several international flights after Iran closed its airspace, disrupting routes to the United States, Europe, and CIS countries. SpiceJet flights were affected but not cancelled.

A US military operation capturing Venezuelan President Maduro disrupted Caribbean travel, grounding flights to Puerto Rico, Aruba, and the Lesser Antilles. Airlines canceled hundreds of flights, waived change fees, and added extra services as restrictions lifted by Sunday

US military action in Venezuela has disrupted Caribbean air travel, forcing airlines to cancel hundreds of flights and reroute planes. FAA airspace restrictions led to suspensions across Puerto Rico and nearby islands, with carriers waiving change fees

Dense fog disrupted air traffic at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, leading to 128 flight cancellations, eight diversions and nearly 200 delays. Low visibility slowed operations, with airlines and airport authorities warning passengers of continued disruptions

Fog and low visibility at Delhi’s IGIA disrupted air traffic on Tuesday, causing cancellation of 10 flights and delays for over 270 others. Average departure delays were 29 minutes, though visibility is gradually improving, the airport operator said

IndiGo will begin issuing Rs 10,000 travel vouchers from December 26 to passengers stranded due to flight cancellations earlier this month. The compensation follows a government review, with the DGCA tasked with monitoring payouts to eligible customers.

Dense fog at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport caused 79 flight cancellations and delayed over 230 flights, with average departure delays of 49 minutes. Airport authorities continue operations under CAT III conditions while assisting affected passengers

Dense fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi airport on Monday, causing over 60 cancellations, five diversions, and delays for more than 250 flights. Airlines and airport authorities worked to assist passengers and manage safety amid poor visibility

IndiGo has received a Rs 58.75 crore GST penalty for FY 2020–21 as the DGCA dismisses four flight inspectors amid escalating operational disruptions. With hundreds of cancellations nationwide, the regulator has deployed two oversight teams to monitor the airline’s operations and passenger handling

DGCA suspended four Flight Operations Inspectors after massive disruptions at IndiGo led to thousands of cancellations and stranded passengers. IndiGo’s CEO and COO were summoned as a probe examines manpower planning, rostering issues and compliance with new pilot duty and rest norms

IndiGo cancelled 60 Bengaluru flights as DGCA intensified scrutiny amid major disruptions linked to staffing shortages and new crew duty norms. With declining pilot strength and planning lapses, regulators have deployed oversight teams while IndiGo leadership attributes the crisis to multiple “unanticipated” internal and external factors

DGCA has deployed personnel at IndiGo's Gurgaon HQ amid widespread flight cancellations affecting thousands of passengers. The regulator will monitor crew deployment, cancellations, refunds, and operations, while summoning CEO Pieter Elbers for a detailed report on disruptions and restoration plans

Delhi’s trade, tourism, hospitality, and exhibition sectors have incurred an estimated Rs 1,000 crore loss due to over 4,000 IndiGo flight cancellations since December 1. CTI reports a 25 per cent fall in market footfall and widespread hotel and travel booking disruptions

The DGCA has summoned IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers to submit a detailed report on the airline’s widespread operational disruptions, including cancellations, staffing gaps and refunds. A four-member panel will probe crew rostering, manpower planning and compliance with new duty time norms