Karnataka approves 88 industrial projects worth Rs 2,367 cr; to generate jobs for 11K people

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February 2, 2022

Bengaluru, Feb 2: The Karnataka government has approved 88 industrial projects worth Rs 2,367.99 crore that would generate jobs for over 10,904 people in the State.

The 129th meeting of the State Level Single Window Clearance Committee (SLSWCC) held under the chairmanship of Minister for Large and Medium Scale Industries Murugesh R Nirani on Tuesday evening has cleared these projects.

The committee has considered and approved seven important large and medium size industrial projects with investment of more than Rs 50 crore, the Minister's office said in a release on Wednesday.

These projects worth Rs 799.1 crore are expected to create employment opportunities for 3,237 people in the state. Noting that the SLSWCC meeting has also cleared 78 new projects at an outlay of more than Rs 15 crores and less than Rs 50 crore, it said these projects worth Rs 1,431.74 crore would generate jobs for 7,667 people in the state.

Three more projects worth Rs 137.15 crore investments were also approved, the release said, adding that a total 88 projects with investments of Rs 2,367.99 crore with employment potential for 10,904 people were cleared.

Among new investments approved are: M/s Gurudatta Integrated Textile Park Limited with Rs.357 Crore and employment potential of 1,655; a Rs 96 crore project by M/s Spansules Formulations with employment potential for 540 people; Rs 80 crore investment by M/s Rinac India Ltd with 125 jobs; Rs 64 crore project by M/s Sunvik Steels Private Limited with job creation for 20 people.

Also, Rs 59.31 crore worth project by M/s H&V Advanced Materials India Private Limited with employment for 327 people; Rs 46.50 crore investment by M/s A One Textech Private Limited, with job opportunities to 160 people; Rs 44.80 crore investment by M/s Texport Industries Pvt Ltd which is expected to create 1501 jobs; and Rs 35 crore investment by M/s Kaynes Technology India Private Limited with job creation for 390 people.

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Flight cancellations strand passengers overnight at Mangaluru Airport

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December 4,2025

Mangaluru: Chaos erupted at Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) after IndiGo flight 6E 5150, bound for Mumbai, was repeatedly delayed and ultimately cancelled, leaving around 100 passengers stranded overnight. The incident highlights the ongoing country-wide operational disruptions affecting the airline, largely due to the implementation of new Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) norms for crew.

The flight was initially scheduled for 9:25 PM on Tuesday but was first postponed to 11:40 PM, then midnight, before being cancelled around 3:00 AM. Passengers expressed frustration over last-minute communication and the lack of clarity, with elderly and ailing travellers particularly affected. “Though the airline arranged food, there was no proper communication, leaving us confused,” said one family member.

An IndiGo executive at MIA cited the FDTL rules, designed to prevent pilot fatigue by limiting crew working hours, as the cause of the cancellation. While alternative arrangements, including hotel stays, were offered, about 100 passengers chose to remain at the airport, creating tension. A replacement flight was arranged but also faced delays due to the same constraints, finally departing for Mumbai around 1:45 PM on Wednesday. Passengers either flew, requested refunds, or postponed their travel.

The Mangaluru delay is part of a broader crisis for IndiGo. The airline has been forced to make “calibrated schedule adjustments”—a euphemism for widespread cancellations and delays—after stricter FDTL norms came into effect on November 1.

While an IndiGo spokesperson acknowledged unavoidable flight disruptions due to technology issues, operational requirements, and the updated crew rostering rules, the DGCA has intervened, summoning senior airline officials to explain the chaos and outline corrective measures.

The ripple effect has been felt across the country, with major hubs like Bengaluru and Mumbai reporting numerous cancellations. The Mangaluru incident underscores the systemic operational strain currently confronting India’s largest carrier, leaving passengers nationwide grappling with uncertainty and delays.

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