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IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Focuses on Resilience, Root Cause Analysis, and Rebuilding After Flight Disruptions
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, is focusing on strengthening operational resilience and analyzing the root causes behind recent massive flight cancellations that disrupted thousands of passengers. CEO Pieter Elbers, in a video message to staff on December 18, 2025, emphasized the importance of stab...
India Closes Visa Application Centre in Dhaka Over Security Concerns
India has temporarily shut its Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, citing growing security concerns and an unstable environment in the capital. The centre, located at Jamuna Future Park, announced it would close operations from 2:00 PM on Wednesday, with all applicants scheduled for...
India Summons Bangladesh High Commissioner After Threats to Indian Mission in Dhaka
India has summoned Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to New Delhi, M. Riaz Hamidullah, amid growing concerns over threats made against the Indian High Commission in Dhaka and inflammatory anti-India remarks by certain political figures in Bangladesh. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) apprised the...
Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.7% in November, Lowest Since April: Government Survey
India’s unemployment rate declined to 4.7% in November, marking the lowest level since April, according to the latest government survey data. The improvement points to a gradual strengthening of the labour market amid steady economic activity. The fall in unemployment was supported by better job ava...
B. Sairam Takes Charge as New Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Coal India
B. Sairam has taken over as the new Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Coal India Limited (CIL), assuming charge at a time when the country’s largest coal producer is focused on meeting rising energy demand and improving operational efficiency. Sairam, who earlier served as the CMD of Northern...
Tata, Infosys to Bear Brunt of Trump’s $100,000 H‑1B Visa Fee
Indian IT giants Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys Ltd are expected to face significant cost pressures following the Trump administration’s introduction of a $100,000 fee on new H‑1B visa applications, a move that could reshape hiring and outsourcing strategies for global technology firms....
Rupee Slips Against US Dollar in Early Trade
The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, pressured by sustained foreign fund outflows, firm global crude oil prices and cautious sentiment in equity markets. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened lower and continued to face selling pressure as t...
Enforcement Directorate to Close Legacy FERA Cases by Early 2026
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has announced plans to conclude hundreds of long‑pending cases registered under the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) by the first quarter of 2026, officials said on Sunday. FERA, a stringent foreign exchange law enacted in 1973, was repealed over 25 years ago a...
Railways Open Up Stations for Big QSR Chains to Boost Food Quality and Revenue
Indian Railways has opened the doors of its railway stations to major quick service restaurant (QSR) chains, marking a significant shift in its food and catering strategy. Under the new framework introduced by IRCTC, leading national and international food brands will now be allowed to set up outlet...
Byju’s–Aakash Deal: Why ₹16 Crore Triggered Alarm Bells
Amid ongoing troubles at edtech major Byju’s, Aakash Institute has once again come under the spotlight, after its recent ₹16 crore rights issue raised concerns among lenders and regulators. The development is seen as sensitive because Aakash remains the most valuable and stable asset within the Byju...
Air India Express’ Pilot Hiring Plan Sparks Unrest Amid Talent Scouting from IndiGo
Air India Express ki nayi pilot recruitment strategy ne aviation sector me hulchul macha di hai. Carrier ne IndiGo ke pilots ko target karte hue scouting shuru ki hai, jo industry me ek talent poaching controversy create kar raha hai. Airlines ka aim hai experienced pilots ko hire karna taaki fleet...
Lionel Messi Lands in Kolkata with Suárez & De Paul as India GOAT Tour 2025 Kicks Off
Lionel Messi has arrived in Kolkata to begin the much-anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025, marking his first visit to the country in 14 years. He touched down with fellow Argentine stars Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul, kicking off celebrations across the city as fans packed the streets and airport to...
Jefferies Cuts IndiGo Target by 16%, Slashes FY28 Earnings but Maintains Buy Rating
Global brokerage Jefferies has sharply reduced its price target for InterGlobe Aviation Ltd. (IndiGo) by 16.4%, even as it reaffirmed its Buy rating on the airline stock. The revision comes amid operational disruptions resulting from regulatory changes and crew shortages that have affected IndiGo’s...
Falling Rupee: Concern for Economy or Opportunity for Export Growth?
The sharp fall of the Indian rupee sliding beyond the ₹90 per US dollar level—has triggered renewed debate about the health of the Indian economy. While currency depreciation often creates public anxiety, experts argue that the situation needs a balanced, contextual understanding rather than alarm....
IndiGo Faces Major Flight Crisis: Data Shows Hiring More Pilots Could Have Prevented Chaos
India’s largest airline, IndiGo, recently faced a massive operational crisis with thousands of flight cancellations, leaving passengers stranded across the country. The disruptions were triggered by the implementation of stricter Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) rules, which imposed tighter rest a...
Mexico announces up to 50% tariffs on goods from India, other Asian nations
Mexico has announced a major tariff hike affecting imports from India, China, and several other Asian countries that do not have free trade agreements with the country. The Senate approved the measure, which imposes higher duties on over 1,400 products, including automobiles, auto parts, textiles, a...
IndiGo Restores Full Operations After Over 140 Flight Disruptions at Delhi Airport
IndiGo has confirmed that its entire network is now operating normally after more than 140 flight disruptions were recorded at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport over the past few days. The airline faced a wave of cancellations and delays caused by a mix of factors, including tighter crew-d...
Narayana Murthy Reiterates Call for 72-Hour Workweek, Comparing it to China’s 9-9-6 Rule
Infosys founder N.R. Narayana Murthy has once again sparked discussion by suggesting a 72-hour work week for Indians, drawing inspiration from China’s '996 rule.' This '996' work culture means working from 9 am to 9 pm, six days a week—resulting in a 72-hour work week, which is popular among some Ch...