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IndiGo’s December Disaster – Pilots and Expert-led Perspective
I hadn’t imagined that the same year I wrote about a fiasco at Air India, I would find myself writing about one at IndiGo (link to previous note – https://shorturl.at/o4Euv ). There are only two plausible explanations for what unfolded — and neither reflects well on the airline. The first is plain mismanagement. IndiGo failed to plan for the implementation of the revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms, despite having ample notice. Pilot hiring and capacity buffers
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Dec 17, 20253 min read


Boeing May Crash the Party, but IndiGo Flies Clean
As market participants, conversations around stock market crashes are not unusual. But when a crash results in the loss of lives,...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Jul 12, 20254 min read


From Boardrooms to Trade Rooms: A Week of Big Decisions
Indian stock markets had a stellar week, fuelled by easing geopolitical tensions and trade optimism. The Sensex soared 3.62% to a record...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
May 17, 20257 min read


Moments of Valor and Reflection: The Week That Was
What a week it has been—globally and in India! Among the numerous high-impact events, the most significant, proud, yet deeply concerning,...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
May 10, 20257 min read


Cementing India's Future: Ultratech's and Ambuja's Growth Outlook
India’s two largest cement companies viz Ultratech Cement (UTCEM) & Ambuja Cements (ACEM) recently released their Q4 & FY25 financial...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
May 3, 20254 min read


Raymond Lifestyle Ltd: Walk With Me Through the "Sheep's Back to Man's Back" Vapi Plant
As Raymond Lifestyle Ltd. (RLL) prepares for its upcoming listing in September 2024, the company hosted a plant visit and analyst meet at...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Sep 3, 20242 min read


First Cry - The Start of a New Journey
Happy Weekend to you! The 2024 Paris Olympics has been a mixed bag of emotions for India. While our champions shone at shooting, hockey,...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Aug 11, 20245 min read


Semiconductors - Essential Snacking Chips of India's Digital Future
Happy Weekend to you! “The number of transistors on an integrated circuit will double every two years with minimal rise in cost” –...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Apr 8, 20245 min read


HyperPure - The Cure for Restaurants' Supply Chain Woes
Happy Weekend and Happy Holi! I have always associated festivals with lots of delicious food, so here’s a thought – “Food may be an...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Mar 24, 20245 min read


Green Hydrogen - All You Need to Know (Basics)
Happy Weekend to you! What better than to start with a thought for the day – “Sustainability is here to stay, or we may not be” Keeping...
Priyanka Deepak Saraf
Mar 10, 20244 min read
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