India News

Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Minister Highlights Central Oversight While Questions on Local Fund Utilization Remain Unanswered
Dec 01, 2025 08:40 pm CST
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav informed Parliament about monitoring mechanisms for Delhi's air pollution crisis while avoiding direct comments on the Delhi government's utilization of Rs 1,200-crore clean air funds. The minister highlighted 95 directives from the Commission for Air Quality Management and cited improvements in air quality metrics, even as Delhi continues facing "Very Poor" to "Severe" air quality conditions this winter.
Raghav Chadha's Poetic Welcome Unites Rajya Sabha: CP Radhakrishnan Receives Rare Cross-Party Acclaim
Dec 01, 2025 08:29 pm CST
In a remarkable moment of political unity, AAP MP Raghav Chadha delivered a poetic welcome to newly-elected Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan that transcended party lines. The Punjab representative's eloquent speech, comparing Radhakrishnan's arrival to "the sun emerging after darkness," drew unprecedented appreciation from both opposition and treasury benches, creating a rare atmosphere of harmony in India's Upper House of Parliament.
India Implements Sustainable Aviation Fuel Targets to Meet Global Carbon Reduction Standards by 2027
Dec 01, 2025 08:28 pm CST
India has officially approved a progressive implementation plan for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with blending targets of 1% by 2027, 2% by 2028, and 5% by 2030 for international flights departing from India. This initiative aligns with the country's obligations under ICAO's Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation, preparing the aviation sector for mandatory global carbon-reduction rules taking effect in 2027.
Activist Rahul Easwar Arrested for Defamation in Sexual Assault Case Against Congress MLA
Dec 01, 2025 08:25 pm CST
Thiruvananthapuram Cyber Police arrested activist Rahul Easwar for allegedly defaming the complainant in a sexual assault case against suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkoottathil. Authorities are investigating his social media accounts and electronic devices after the woman filed a complaint about online defamation and unauthorized circulation of her photographs.
Russia's Crucial Role in India's Operation Sindoor: Decades of Strategic Defense Partnership
Dec 01, 2025 08:16 pm CST
India and Russia's long-standing defense collaboration played a pivotal role in Operation Sindoor's success, with Russian technology from S-400 air defense systems to BrahMos missiles providing India decisive battlefield advantages. As President Putin visits for talks with PM Modi, this partnership is set to strengthen further, particularly regarding India's ambitious Sudarshan Chakra air defense system.
Congress MP Brings Puppy to Parliament, Sparks Political Controversy with "Those Who Bite" Remark
Dec 01, 2025 08:09 pm CST
Congress lawmaker Renuka Chowdhury created controversy by bringing a puppy to Parliament during the Winter Session. Her subsequent remark that "those who bite are inside parliament" drew sharp criticism from BJP, who called it an insult to MPs and the institution. The incident, now under review by the Rajya Sabha Secretariat, has become the latest flashpoint between the two parties amid ongoing parliamentary debates.
GPS Spoofing at Delhi Airport: Government Confirms No Flight Disruptions Despite Navigation Challenges
Dec 01, 2025 07:42 pm CST
The Indian government has confirmed that despite GPS spoofing incidents at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, flight operations remained unaffected as pilots switched to contingency protocols. The navigation interference, which primarily impacted approaches to Runway 10, has since been reported at multiple major Indian airports, prompting the DGCA to implement new reporting procedures and cybersecurity measures to address this emerging aviation security challenge.
Maharashtra Honor Killing: Police Accused of Instigating Murder Over Inter-Caste Relationship
Dec 01, 2025 07:30 pm CST
In a tragic case of alleged honor killing in Maharashtra's Nanded, 21-year-old Anchal Mamidwar has accused local police of encouraging her brothers to murder her partner, Saksham Tate (20), due to their inter-caste relationship. After performing a symbolic marriage ceremony with his remains, Anchal vowed to seek justice for Saksham, highlighting how caste discrimination led to his brutal killing despite his willingness to convert religions to gain her family's acceptance.
Election Commission Refutes "False" Claims of Mass Voter Deletion in West Bengal: Supreme Court Submission
Dec 01, 2025 07:27 pm CST
The Election Commission has filed an affidavit with the Supreme Court denying allegations of large-scale voter deletion in West Bengal, calling these claims false and politically motivated. The Commission defended its Special Intensive Revision process as constitutional and necessary, reporting that nearly 100% of voters have received forms with over 70% already completed. The Supreme Court will hear challenges to this electoral revision on December 9, with the Commission emphasizing that proper legal procedures are being followed with special provisions for vulnerable voters.
90% Reduction in Stubble Burning Across Punjab and Haryana: Government Reports Progress Amid Delhi's Air Quality Challenges
Dec 01, 2025 07:24 pm CST
The Indian government reports a significant 90% reduction in stubble burning incidents in Punjab and Haryana during the 2025 paddy harvesting season compared to 2022 levels. Despite this progress, Delhi-NCR continues to face air pollution challenges from multiple sources, though the capital has recorded its best average AQI levels in eight years with increased "good" air quality days and fewer "severe" pollution days.