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IndiGo Crisis: Airline Seeks Extended Exemption From Pilot Duty Rules As Hundreds of Flights Cancelled
Dec 05, 2025 12:40 am CST
IndiGo is facing a severe operational crisis, requesting exemptions from pilot rest and duty regulations until February 2026 after miscalculating crew requirements under new safety norms. The airline is cancelling 170-200 flights daily, with disruptions expected to continue for several more days as authorities monitor the situation and mandate improved passenger support. Civil Aviation authorities have ordered increased staffing at affected airports and are monitoring airfares to prevent price gouging during this significant disruption to India's largest airline.
Delhi Reports Significant Decline in Maternal Mortality Ratio: Comprehensive Healthcare Improvements Between 2019-2024
Dec 05, 2025 12:19 am CST
Delhi's maternal mortality ratio has decreased from 0.55 in 2019 to 0.44 in 2024, according to the 'Women and Men in Delhi-2025' report. This improvement coincides with substantial gains in healthcare accessibility, including increased institutional births (91.8%), better postnatal care coverage (85.4%), and reduced anemia rates among women. These developments, alongside a rising marriage age for women, demonstrate significant progress in maternal health outcomes compared to national averages.
Naga Tribes Alert PM Modi About Illegal Migrants Claiming Ancestral Lands in Manipur
Dec 05, 2025 12:09 am CST
Four Naga tribes in Manipur have jointly appealed to Prime Minister Modi regarding illegal migration threatening their ancestral lands and cultural identity. The Joint Tribes Council claims unauthorized settlements linked to deforestation and opium cultivation are encroaching on indigenous territories, with militant groups now demanding separate administration in traditionally Naga areas.
BMW Car Bursts Into Flames on Noida Road: Driver Escapes Unharmed
Dec 04, 2025 11:57 pm CST
A moving BMW vehicle suddenly erupted in flames on a main road in Noida Sector 91, Uttar Pradesh. The driver, Naresh Kaushal, noticed smoke and quickly evacuated before the car was completely engulfed. Emergency services responded promptly to contain the blaze, with no injuries reported in the incident.
Karnataka Approves Landmark Hate Speech Bill with Stringent Penalties: What You Need to Know
Dec 04, 2025 11:50 pm CST
Karnataka's cabinet has approved a groundbreaking Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Prevention Bill that introduces severe penalties for promoting communal disharmony. The legislation defines hate speech comprehensively, establishes punishments including imprisonment up to 7 years for first offenses, holds organizations accountable, and regulates online content while protecting legitimate freedom of expression. The bill will be presented in the December 8 winter session.
31-Year-Old Woman Dies After Jumping From 11th Floor of Mumbai High-Rise Building
Dec 04, 2025 11:22 pm CST
A 31-year-old woman identified as Shristi Amit Jain tragically ended her life by jumping from the 11th floor of Oberoi Splendour building in Mumbai's Jogeshwari area. Police have registered an Accidental Death Report and are investigating the incident. Mental health helplines are available for those in need of support.
Law Commission Confirms Constitutional Validity of One Nation, One Election to Parliamentary Committee
Dec 04, 2025 11:19 pm CST
The Law Commission of India has informed the Joint Parliamentary Committee that the One Nation, One Election proposal does not violate the Constitution's basic structure. Chaired by Justice Dinesh Maheshwari, the Commission cited judicial precedents supporting Parliament's authority to implement synchronized elections, asserting that the proposed changes maintain constitutional integrity while preserving India's quasi-federal character.
Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Predicts Mamata Banerjee's Political Downfall in 2026 Amid Babri Masjid Controversy
Dec 04, 2025 11:15 pm CST
Suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir has escalated tensions with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee by predicting her removal from power after the 2026 Assembly elections. The controversial statement follows his suspension from TMC over plans to build a "Babri Masjid" in Murshidabad district on December 6, which party leaders condemned as divisive politics. Kabir has announced his intention to resign from the party and potentially form his own political organization on December 22.
PM Modi's Exclusive Airport Welcomes: The Select Six World Leaders Who Received This Rare Diplomatic Honor
Dec 04, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally received only six world leaders at the airport during his 11-year tenure, with Russian President Vladimir Putin becoming the latest recipient of this rare diplomatic honor. This exclusive gesture underscores the strategic importance India places on these relationships, particularly with Russia amid ongoing global tensions and economic cooperation discussions focused on defense and energy partnerships.
The Rise and Fall of Rahul Mamkootathil: From Congress Youth Icon to Expelled MLA in Kerala
Dec 04, 2025 10:34 pm CST
Rahul Mamkootathil's political journey took a dramatic turn when the once-promising Congress youth leader was expelled from the party exactly one year after becoming an MLA. Following sexual assault allegations and an eight-day disappearance from public view, his swift downfall serves as a cautionary tale about political fortunes in Kerala's changing landscape.