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Rahul Bhatia, the co-founder and Group Managing Director of InterGlobe Enterprises, is one of the most influential figures in Indian aviation and the driving force behind IndiGo’s remarkable growth. As operational concerns and disruptions deepen at IndiGo, interest has surged around Bhatia’s background, his wealth, and his leadership approach. Bhatia’s net worth is estimated to be several billion dollars, built primarily through InterGlobe’s vast portfolio that spans aviation, hospitality, real estate, and technology services. Under his leadership, IndiGo grew from a modest startup to India’s largest airline by market share, known for efficiency, reliability, and a strong fleet strategy. A low-profile…

IndiGo’s flight operations across India continue to face severe disruption, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at major airports including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Guwahati, and Delhi. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has stepped in to ensure that all affected passengers receive timely refunds. Airlines have been ordered to complete the refund process for all cancelled or disrupted flights by 8 PM on Sunday, 7 December 2025. Additionally, no rescheduling charges are to be applied for passengers impacted by cancellations. Any failure to comply may result in regulatory action. Baggage and Passenger Support Mandates The Ministry has also instructed IndiGo to trace and…

To manage the surge in passenger demand, Northern Railway (NR) has announced the operation of 21 special trains, including the high-speed Vande Bharat Express. These trains will connect several major cities such as Gorakhpur, Anand Vihar, Bareilly, Moradabad, Ambala, Jammu Tawi, Mumbai, New Delhi, Vadodara, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, and Udhna. The special services will also provide connectivity to key destinations including Howrah, Ernakulam, Varanasi, Dhanbad, Gurgaon, Ajmer, Prayagraj, Chhapra, and others, helping passengers travel efficiently during the peak period. List of Special Trains: These additional services aim to ease travel for passengers during periods of high demand and improve connectivity across…

Airports across India are witnessing escalating chaos as IndiGo struggles to keep flights running amid massive cancellations, leaving passengers stranded for hours. Over the past four days, more than 1,000 flights have been cancelled, affecting major hubs including Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Long queues, frayed tempers, and anxious travelers have become the norm. IndiGo attributed the disruption to a mix of operational challenges, including minor technical glitches, winter schedule adjustments, congestion, and weather. However, aviation insiders point to the implementation of Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL), new crew rest rules aimed at preventing pilot fatigue, as the main factor. The…

Indian Railways has stepped up to provide passengers with alternative travel options following widespread flight cancellations by IndiGo, the country’s largest airline. According to an official statement, 37 trains across India will run with additional coaches and trips to ease pressure on airports experiencing high demand. A total of 116 extra coaches have been deployed across Sleeper, Chair-car, second-AC, and third-AC categories, offering passengers more reserved seating options. A chair-car coach accommodates 78 reserved seats, while a third-AC coach provides 72 berths. Specific additions include an extra second-AC coach on the Mumbai Central–New Delhi Rajdhani Express for five trips until…

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s specially modified Ilyushin Il-80, known as the “Flying Kremlin” or “Doomsday plane,” became the world’s most tracked flight on Wednesday as it traveled to Delhi for his two-day state visit, according to Flight Radar 24. Designed as a secure airborne command center, the aircraft ensures the safety of Russia’s top leadership in extreme scenarios. The Ilyushin Il-80 is adapted from the Il-86 passenger and cargo jet and incorporates advanced communication and defensive systems. It is engineered to operate under harsh conditions, offering long-range capabilities and in-flight refueling, allowing it to remain airborne for extended periods if…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in New Delhi on December 5, reaffirming a partnership both leaders described as steady through decades of global turbulence. The summit produced a wide set of agreements, a renewed economic roadmap, and fresh areas of cooperation stretching from the Arctic to civil nuclear energy. Stepping up Arctic coordination One of the quieter but significant lines in the joint statement was the decision to hold regular consultations on Arctic-related issues. Both sides noted the steady progress they’ve already made on the Northern Sea Route, a corridor that could reshape future trade…

Simone Tata, one of the most influential figures in India’s consumer and retail landscape, passed away in Mumbai at 95. She had been recovering from an illness and was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital earlier this year after initial treatment in Dubai. She is survived by her son Noel, daughter-in-law Aloo Mistry, and grandchildren Neville, Maya, and Leah. Her life carried a steady sense of purpose, a calm resilience, and an instinct for recognising possibilities long before the market did. That mix shaped two major chapters in Indian business: homegrown beauty and modern fashion retail. Early years and an unexpected…

Pawan Kumar Chandana’s story is more than a personal success, it’s a paradigm shift in India’s space‑tech landscape. Born and raised in Visakhapatnam, Chandana’s early struggles with mathematics (he once scored 51 marks) did not deter him. Instead, they triggered a transformation, rooted in relentless self‑improvement and scientific curiosity. He went on to study Mechanical Engineering (dual BTech–MTech) at IIT Kharagpur. Despite modest academic beginnings, he secured a role at ISRO in 2012. There, he worked on heavy‑lift launch vehicles including GSLV‑Mk3, gaining critical experience in rocketry and spacecraft systems. But Chandana’s ambitions went beyond being an engineer, he envisaged…

VinFast is gearing up for a major scale-up in India, confirming plans to expand its Tamil Nadu manufacturing facility to include production lines for electric buses and electric two-wheelers. This development marks a strategic deepening of the Vietnamese EV maker’s footprint in India, following its earlier commitment to invest in the state. The expanded facility will enable VinFast to cater to India’s fast-growing electric mobility market by offering a wider range of sustainable transportation solutions. By introducing electric buses, the company aims to support India’s clean public transport initiatives, while the addition of electric scooters and motorcycles targets the country’s…