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Tragic Murder-Suicide in UP's Bijnor: Father Poisons Children Following Marital Dispute
Dec 07, 2025 01:59 am CST
In a devastating incident in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, a 28-year-old man named Baburam allegedly poisoned his two young children before taking his own life following ongoing marital disputes. Police officials reported that the tragedy occurred in a forest near Mubarakpur Khadar village, highlighting the severe consequences of untreated mental health issues and domestic conflicts. Mental health support resources are available for those in crisis.
90% of Aravalli Hills at Risk: New Definition Threatens India's Ancient Mountain Range
Dec 07, 2025 01:53 am CST
India's ancient Aravalli mountain range faces an unprecedented threat as new environmental guidelines proposed by the Ministry of Environment could remove protection from 90% of its hills. NDTV's investigation reveals ongoing illegal mining despite Supreme Court bans, while environmental experts warn that redefining protected hills as only those exceeding 100 meters in height could trigger widespread ecological destruction across northern India's vital green corridor.
Mumbai Airport Implements Comprehensive Measures to Support Passengers During IndiGo Flight Cancellations Crisis
Dec 07, 2025 01:51 am CST
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has introduced extensive support measures for passengers affected by IndiGo's widespread flight cancellations. With 146 cancellations reported in a single day, the airport has established dedicated passenger assistance services, including complimentary refreshments, enhanced baggage retrieval systems, and real-time flight information updates through the Adani OneApp to minimize disruption for thousands of travelers.
DGCA Issues Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO Over Massive Flight Disruptions and Regulatory Violations
Dec 07, 2025 01:48 am CST
India's aviation regulator DGCA has issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo's CEO following widespread flight disruptions affecting thousands of passengers. The airline failed to implement revised Flight Duty Time Limitations for pilots, resulting in nearly 1,000 flight cancellations in a single day and violating multiple aviation regulations. The CEO must respond within 24 hours or face potential sanctions.
Delhi Government Forms Two New Committees to Combat Persistent Air Pollution Crisis
Dec 07, 2025 01:37 am CST
The Delhi government has established an Expert Group on Air Pollution Mitigation and a High-Level Implementation Committee to address the city's persistent air quality crisis, as AQI remains in the 'very poor' category at 319. Despite Environment Minister Sirsa's optimism, environmental experts question whether these new panels will succeed where previous initiatives have failed in tackling Delhi's predictable winter smog problem.
IndiGo Restores 95% Network Connectivity After Major Flight Disruptions
Dec 07, 2025 01:15 am CST
IndiGo airlines has recovered 95% of its network connectivity after days of flight cancellations, now operating to 135 of 138 destinations. The airline aims to operate over 1,500 flights while addressing refunds by Sunday evening as directed by the Civil Aviation Ministry. CEO Pieter Elbers apologized for disruptions caused by improper planning ahead of new pilot scheduling regulations.
Strict Safety Measures Implemented for Actor Vijay's TVK Rally in Puducherry Following Karur Tragedy
Dec 07, 2025 01:09 am CST
Puducherry Police have imposed strict safety conditions for actor Vijay's TVK political rally, limiting attendance to 5,000 participants with designated enclosures following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people in September. The measures include monitored entry, essential facilities, and age restrictions to prevent another disaster as the actor-turned-politician continues his political journey.
IndiGo Crisis Day 5: Passengers Arrive at Destinations Without Their Luggage
Dec 07, 2025 12:35 am CST
As the IndiGo airline crisis enters its fifth day, travelers face mounting frustration with missing baggage, poor communication, and sudden flight cancellations. Multiple passengers report arriving at destinations while their luggage containing essential items like medications and documents remains behind. The situation has been compounded by lengthy delays, confusing messaging from airline staff, and dramatic increases in rebooking costs, leaving many travelers stranded or scrambling for alternatives.
IndiGo Flight Disruptions Leave Passengers Stranded: Stories of Those Affected at Chennai Airport
Dec 07, 2025 12:34 am CST
Following IndiGo's widespread flight disruptions, passengers at Chennai airport share their distressing experiences, including a man rushing to his mother's funeral and a woman traveling to her niece's wedding. Despite government intervention to relax flight duty time limitations, many travelers remain stranded with inadequate updates, while authorities consider taking action against the airline and its CEO as normalization timelines remain uncertain.
Two Men Arrested in Jhansi for Sexual Assault on Minor, Blackmail Attempt and Police Shootout
Dec 07, 2025 12:34 am CST
Police in Jhansi apprehended two men following a shootout for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl, recording the act, and attempting to extort Rs 5 lakh from her family by threatening to distribute the video. One suspect was injured during the arrest operation where illegal firearms were also recovered.