I am a principal correspondent with the national political bureau of the Hindustan Times. I track the aviation and railways ministry. I also write on travel trends. I cover the beats at the national level for the newspaper. Before being in Delhi, I have worked as a journalist in Mumbai as well. My hobbies include trekking and travelling.
Articles by Neha LM Tripathi
Poor crew management led to death on SpiceJet flight: Report
In its findings, AAIB highlighted the accident was caused by the poor Crew Resource Management (CRM) and decision making on part of the crew.
Published on May 06, 2025 06:36 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Delhi: IGI airport’s runway 28/10 opens for operations on May 6
On Sunday, HT reported negligible progress on the runway’s upgrade was holding up flights, which prompted the government to pause the work
Published on May 06, 2025 05:38 AM IST
AI Toronto-Delhi flight diverted as 5 toilets clogged
Flight AI 188, a Boeing 777 aircraft, took off from Frankfurt and resumed its journey to Delhi a “couple of hours” later, once the washrooms were made available
Published on May 06, 2025 04:00 AM IST
Progress on Delhi airport runway upgrade slow, despite closure: Officials
The airport operator in charge of the runway lighting system could barely begin the work and will only resume the same during the next shutdown, in mid-June
Updated on May 04, 2025 11:57 PM IST
Air India Delhi-Tel Aviv flight diverted to Abu Dhabi after missile attack at airport
A missile fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels towards Israel landed near Ben Gurion Airport sending a plume of smoke into the air and causing panic among passengers on Sunday
Updated on May 04, 2025 08:48 PM IST
500+flight delays in peak hrs throw ops out of gear at IGI airport in Delhi
According to Flightradar24, a live flight tracking website, the airport saw a peak average delay of 50 minutes in departures and arrivals
Published on May 03, 2025 06:14 AM IST
Heavy rain in Delhi delays flights at IGI Airport; airlines issue advisory
According to Flightradar24, a live flight tracking website, Delhi airport saw an average delay of 50 minutes in departures and 35 minutes in arrivals
Published on May 02, 2025 08:38 AM IST
Govt in talks with airlines on Pak airspace closure, says aviation minister
Aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu said the discussions are being held, keeping passenger safety and convenience ahead of business concerns
Published on Apr 28, 2025 02:34 PM IST
DGCA directs airlines to improve passenger support amid Pak airspace restriction
This comes as the Pakistan airspace restrictions have disrupted flight paths, resulting in longer block times and the need for operational halts at intermediate airports
Published on Apr 26, 2025 01:13 PM IST
As Pak shuts airspace, longer flights, price hikes expected
Experts expected a 30% increase in airfares for flights to Middle East and around 40% increase in ticket prices for Europe and North America.
Updated on Apr 25, 2025 03:53 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Delhi flight disruptions: Aviation minister calls urgent review meeting
Ram Mohan Naidu asked DIAL to present data on delays since the runway’s closure and details of delays and diversions dating back to February
Published on Apr 22, 2025 06:26 AM IST
Delhi flight disruptions: Aviation minister calls urgent review meeting
The Delhi airport operator said airlines did not heed warnings about disruptions issued four months ago to adjust their flight schedules accordingly
Published on Apr 21, 2025 04:22 PM IST
Flight disruption warnings 4 months ago went unheeded
Flight operations at Delhi airport faced chaos on Sunday, with 68% of flights delayed due to poor planning and runway upgrades amid changing winds.
Published on Apr 21, 2025 07:06 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Chaos at Delhi Airport: 68% flights delayed as 4-month-old warnings go unheeded
Officials pinned the chaos on Sunday on a combination of poor planning and months-long miscommunication, with one of the airport’s 4 runways shut for upgrades.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 09:30 AM IST
IGI runway works set to be halted as delays fail to abate
The director general of civil aviation and the ministry of civil aviation are likely to sign off on the halt soon, following which a formal direction will be issued
Published on Apr 20, 2025 06:44 AM IST
DGCA orders probe into Air India Express pilot’s sudden death
On April 9, the 36-year-old first officer died during treatment at a hospital after he collapsed a few minutes after landing Flight IX-1153 from Srinagar to Delhi.
Published on Apr 19, 2025 08:44 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
DGCA orders probe into pilot’s death after landing in Delhi, seeks review of SOP
DGCA director general Faiz Ahmed Kidwai told the team to ascertain whether fellow crew members took appropriate action when the co-pilot reported feeling unwell
Updated on Apr 18, 2025 07:11 PM IST
Parliamentary committee raises concerns over flight delays
People privy to the discussions revealed that the closure of runway 28 at Delhi airport has triggered a ripple effect across India’s aviation network
Published on Apr 18, 2025 06:20 AM IST
Aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu named WEF young global leader for 2025
Reacting to the honour, Naidu said that the recognition reflects the growing role of India’s youth in shaping governance
Published on Apr 17, 2025 01:12 PM IST
Pilot's sudden death: Govt to review health emergency SoPs at airports
The ministry of civil aviation plans to evaluate existing health regulations for pilots and review airline-specific emergency protocols.
Updated on Apr 17, 2025 08:35 AM IST
Govt to review medical emergency protocols after pilot’s death in Delhi airport
A 36-year-old Air India Express pilot collapsed and died minutes after landing at Delhi airport on Apr 9, with reports suggesting poor handling of the situation
Updated on Apr 16, 2025 08:34 PM IST
Airport wheelchair guidelines set to be reviewed
According to officials aware of the matter, the changes have been driven by complaints by air travellers of wheelchair shortages and of shoddy equipment
Published on Apr 16, 2025 05:30 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
498 flights delayed, 40+ diverted at Delhi's IGI airport in storm aftermath
According to flight tracking data from Flightradar24, at least 498 flights were delayed on Saturday till 7.20pm
Updated on Apr 13, 2025 04:51 AM IST
Delhi airport set to become global gateway by 2027, says DIAL CEO
DIAL chief Videh Kumar Jaipuriar said Delhi airport is witnessing growing interest from airlines serving strong market destinations, largely due to India’s strategic geographical location
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 11:36 AM IST
Delhi airport: Runway repair sparks delays, flyers suffer
Airport officials confirmed that Delhi Airport, India’s busiest air terminal, is handling approximately 200 fewer flights daily since April 9
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Air India puts man who urinated on co-flier on its no-fly list for a month
The incident occurred on Air India’s AI-2336 flight from Delhi to Bangkok on Wednesday. The passenger immediately apologised for his behaviour.
Published on Apr 10, 2025 10:04 AM IST
Neha LM Tripathi, New Delhi
Indian national flying Air India to Bangkok urinates on top MNC executive
The victim is the top executive of a multinational firm and is yet to press charges against the passenger who urinated on him
Published on Apr 09, 2025 06:54 PM IST
Modi flags off TN infra push, slams Stalin govt
Modi criticized Tamil Nadu's DMK for using English in letters, urging pride in Tamil. He promoted infrastructure projects and addressed funding disputes.
Published on Apr 07, 2025 04:00 AM IST
Lok Sabha passes Aircraft Objects Bill
The legislation is designed to provide a legal framework for the Cape Town Convention, which focuses on aircraft leasing.
Published on Apr 04, 2025 10:26 AM IST
Routes with new fencing have seen zero cattle run-over cases: Rail minister
Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the work of installing the newly designed fencing has been completed along 900 km
Published on Apr 02, 2025 04:31 PM IST