The Madras High Court has requested the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to clarify its stance on an exemption given to InterGlobe Aviation, operator of IndiGo airlines, regarding pilot fatigue regulations under India’s aviation safety standards.
A PIL has been filed in Delhi High Court seeking four times the ticket price as compensation for passengers affected by IndiGo flight cancellations after new FDTL rules. The petition also calls for an inquiry into DGCA’s role in the nationwide aviation disruption.
Today, On 16th December, Delhi High Court has sought a response from the DGCA on a contempt plea by pilot unions alleging illegal relaxations to airlines and approval of fatigue management schemes contrary to CAR 2024 safety norms governing flight duty limits.
Today, On 12th December, InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has moved the Delhi High Court seeking a refund of more than Rs.900 crore paid as customs duty on re-imported aircraft engines and parts. Justice Shail Jain recused, stating, “My son is a pilot with IndiGo.”
Mediation between IndiGo Airlines and Mahindra Electric over the ‘6E/6e’ trademark has failed. The Delhi High Court will now take the case to trial in February 2026.
IndiGo is asserting its “6E” trademark rights against Mahindra Electric, which agreed to rename its upcoming electric vehicle from “BE 6E” to “BE 6” amid the legal dispute. Mahindra plans to contest the lawsuit while the court has scheduled a hearing for April 2025, highlighting the significance of trademark usage over mere registration.
