Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Tamil Nadu: Media sources on November 30 reported that Cyclone Ditawh caused fatalities and extensive flooding across Tamil Nadu since the morning of November 29. Three people are reported dead, while 57,000 hectares have been affected across Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Mayiladuthurai. Disruptions to businesses and logistics are to be expected until the weather conditions improve.
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Technical glitch hits Indira Gandhi International Airport: Media sources on November 7 report that flight operations were disrupted at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IATA: DEL) in Delhi, India, at 15:00 local time on November 6, after a technical fault occurred in the Automatic Message Switching System supporting Air Traffic Control operations. The issue caused delays for major airlines including IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet. Sources indicate that around 200 flights were delayed, with an average delay of 55 minutes. Lingering disruptions are likely. |
Truck drivers plan strike at Kolasib, Mizoram: Media sources reported on October 20 that truck drivers in the Kolasib area of Mizoram, India, are planning four days of strike action and protests in the Kolasib district beginning October 23. Drivers are demanding a solution to the deterioration of the 306 highway in the area. Disruptions are expected during the protest.
Truck drivers launch indefinite strike across Indore: Media sources reported on October 6 that the Association of Parcel Transport & Freight Owners, Indore Truck Operator & Transport Association, and Dewas Naka Welfare Association in Indore, India, began an indefinite strike to protest new no-entry restrictions on heavy vehicles imposed by authorities. Transporters have stopped booking and delivering goods until the previous rules return. The strike is expected to severely impact freight bookings and deliveries across Indore’s commercial hubs and disrupt businesses until a resolution is reached.
Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Darjeeling: Media sources on October 5 reported that heavy rains in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, caused landslides and flooding, killing at least 17 people and damaging roads and infrastructure. The Dudia Iron Bridge collapsed, key routes were blocked, and several trains were canceled. Rescue operations are underway, with a red alert for heavy rain in Darjeeling and Kalimpong until at least October 6. Disruptions to transport and businesses are expected until weather conditions improve.
Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Bahadurgarh: Media sources reported that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, India, on the morning of September 7. Several homes and businesses are flooded, causing extensive rescue operations and evacuations. Authorities have warned of more rainfall and flooding. Business and logistical disruptions are expected until floodwaters recede.