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Who stands to gain from the IndiGo fiasco?

IndiGo meltdown: There is no winner in the entire situation; there are only losers and that starts with the lakhs of passengers who are stranded across the country with no hope of reaching home or their intended destination at their planned times.

5 Dec 2025 5:16 pm
IndiGo flight cancellations force DGCA U-turn on pilot rest rule

DGCA allows airlines to substitute leave with weekly rest when rostering pilots and flight crew.

5 Dec 2025 3:37 pm
IndiGos December chaos is unfoldingand passengers are paying the price

IndiGos worst operational crunch in years has triggered mass delays, cancellations and fare spikes, with travellers scrambling for alternatives.

5 Dec 2025 2:49 pm
Mint Explainer | Can 72,000 public chargers fix Indias slow EV adoption?

With only 29,000 public chargers today, Indias push to add 72,000 more raises a bigger question: will the infrastructure keep pace with accelerating EV demand?

5 Dec 2025 10:00 am
Corporates usually wait for RBI rate decision before bond offers. Not this time

Bond issuers are breaking from past trends to flood the market with paper amid uncertainty about a rate cut, a weakening rupee, and a high supply of central and state government debt.

5 Dec 2025 6:00 am
VCs favour technologists, not hustlers, in Indias new AI, deep-tech wave

Startups spun out of IITs, research labs, and patent-heavy teams are attracting more funding as investors prioritise technical depth over execution-first founders.

5 Dec 2025 6:00 am
Mint explainer: What really went haywire at IndiGo?

IndiGo says crew shortages due to new duty-time rules, technical breakdowns at key airports, and heavy winter congestion have precipitated the crisis. 

4 Dec 2025 8:36 pm
India media & entertainment industry to hit $47 billion by 2029, driven by digital boom

Internet advertising, OTT streaming, mobile gaming, and AI-powered creator economy are fuelling growth at almost twice the global rate.

4 Dec 2025 3:30 pm
Can a packed calendar of mega star releases in 2026 deliver the turnaround theatres are waiting for?

Trade experts say a powerhouse line-up of Shah Rukh, Salman, Ranbir, Vijay and more in 2026 could revive audience excitement and stabilize box-office revenues, marking a potential inflection point for cinemas after months of inconsistent performance.

4 Dec 2025 3:30 pm
Mint Explainer | New RBI digital banking rules kick in 2026heres what it means

The central banks new framework tightens approvals, raises compliance standards and reshapes how banks deliver digital services to millions of users.

4 Dec 2025 9:00 am
Sugs Lloyd secures 43.37 crore power infrastructure order from PSPCL

The order, precisely valued at 43,37,82,924, is designated for Loss Reduction Works on a turnkey basis under the central government's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) in Punjab.

3 Dec 2025 11:06 pm
A solar glut is building in India. Can the industry withstand China-style pain?

According to estimates from Wood Mackenzie, Indias solar module manufacturing capacity will exceed 125GW by 2025, which is more than three times its domestic demand. The pain of oversupply could force consolidation, separating the men from the boys.

3 Dec 2025 5:00 pm
Mint Explainer | How Air India blundered by missing a routine airworthiness review for an aircraft

India's aviation regulator is probing Air India for flying an Airbus A320 without a valid Airworthiness Review Certificate. The airline has acknowledged the error, suspended eight employees, and initiated an internal investigation.

3 Dec 2025 4:57 pm
Mint Explainer | India just approved its first scent trademarkheres what it means for brands

By accepting a rose fragrance on tyres as a trademark, India has entered the era of sensory IP protection. But who stands to gain?

3 Dec 2025 4:35 pm
Mint Explainer: Why are quick commerce platforms selling cosmetics for 1?

Higher margins on these products are only part of the reason.  

3 Dec 2025 4:17 pm
AI turns vintage tracks into fresh revenue streams for music labels

Music labels are leveraging AI to enhance content catalogues, creating videos for audio tracks without visuals. This approach reduces costs by up to 70% and aims to maximize reach on platforms like YouTube, while ensuring the integrity of original art is maintained.

3 Dec 2025 4:09 pm
India may allow e-ambulance manufacturers to import traction motors fitted with rare earth magnets till March

India's push for e-ambulances under the PM E-drive scheme highlights the urgent need for localized production of critical components. Experts believe that this initiative will not only enhance service efficiency but also strengthen the domestic supply chain.

3 Dec 2025 3:50 pm
Mint Explainer | Is Sanchar Saathi India's anti-fraud shield or a surveillance overreach?

The Centre's order to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on mobile devices triggered pushback from various quarters, bringing to the fore a key question: Can this application meaningfully crack down on digital scams in India?

3 Dec 2025 12:36 pm
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Wednesday, 3 December, for feast of St. Francis Xavier?

Bank Holiday Today, 3 December: Banks in Goa will remain shut on 3 December to observe the feast of St. Francis Xavier, which is the death anniversary of the saint.

3 Dec 2025 8:51 am
How visa delays for Chinese staff threaten India's grand battery plans

Chinese workers currently receive six-month visas, after which they must return home and wait for some months before returning.

3 Dec 2025 5:50 am