Violence in Delhi was aimed at tarnishing image of farmers: HDK

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January 27, 2021

Congress backs HD Kumaraswamy, urges him to continue | Bengaluru News - Times of India

Bengaluru, Jan 27: Former Karnataka chief minister and JDS leader H D Kumarswamy on Wednesday alleged that anti-social elements indulged in violence to defame the name of farmers who were peacefully agitating since last more than 50 days.

In a tweet he said farmers have been agitating to re-appeal the agri laws since the last 65 days despite the cold and they have not ventured in an unfortunate Red Fort riot.

Expressing regrets, he said that some of the statements have been against the farmers but an investigation should be taken up by the centre instead of blaming the farming community, he added.

Stating that already an incident of attempt to kill farmer leaders and a man has been handed over to the police in this connection and now some anti social elements trying to derail the farmers agitation, he alleged.

He said it was the right time to resolve the re-appeal of the agri laws through negotiations, even the supreme court also expressed the same view. This type of riots would have been avoided by the union government now this is a black mark to entire nation, he said.

Still there is sufficient time, the Centre should resolve the issue by holding talks in a cordial atmosphere with the farmers, he added.

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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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