India News
Air India Implements Economy Fare Cap on Domestic Flights Amid Industry Disruptions
Dec 06, 2025 09:39 pm CST
Air India has proactively capped economy class fares on all non-stop domestic flights since December 4, aiming to protect travelers from price surges during a period of significant disruption in India's aviation sector. This initiative comes as IndiGo faces operational challenges with over 100 flight cancellations, while the Ministry of Civil Aviation mandates expedited passenger refunds and waiver of rescheduling fees.
Delhi Police Bust 'Special 26' Gang After 1,200-km Chase: Recover Stolen Gold from Fake Police Raid
Dec 06, 2025 09:10 pm CST
Delhi Police arrested five criminals who impersonated police and tax officials to steal over 1kg of gold from a jewelry workshop in Karol Bagh. The gang, inspired by the Bollywood film "Special 26," was apprehended after a 1,200-kilometer chase spanning multiple cities, with authorities recovering 435 grams of the stolen gold. Three suspects remain at large as investigations continue.
Delhi's Yamuna River Returns to Foam-Covered State After Temporary Chhath Festival Cleanup
Dec 06, 2025 08:50 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addresses the reappearance of toxic foam on the Yamuna River weeks after a successful temporary cleanup for the Chhath festival, explaining the challenges of long-term river restoration and the ongoing efforts to upgrade the city's drainage infrastructure to combat industrial pollution.
Tragic Death in Kerala: Wildlife Official Killed by Wild Elephant During Tiger Census
Dec 06, 2025 08:40 pm CST
A 52-year-old forest department watcher named Kalimuthu was tragically killed by a wild elephant while conducting a tiger census in Kerala's Attappadi forest range. The incident occurred when a three-member wildlife team was confronted by the elephant, with two officials escaping with minor injuries while Kalimuthu, a native of the Nellipathi tribal settlement, lost his life in the encounter.
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's Claims Contradict Record Post-Diwali Pollution Data
Dec 06, 2025 08:39 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta claims the capital "maintained air quality" during Diwali, despite official data showing PM2.5 levels reached 488 micrograms per cubic metre - nearly 100 times WHO limits and the worst post-Diwali air quality in five years. AQI readings hit 345, continuing a concerning upward trend despite Supreme Court restrictions on fireworks.
India and US to Begin Critical Three-Day Trade Talks on December 10 Amid Tariff Tensions
Dec 06, 2025 08:24 pm CST
India and the United States will commence three-day negotiations in New Delhi from December 10-12 on their proposed bilateral trade agreement, led by Deputy USTR Rick Switzer. These talks aim to address the 25% tariff plus 25% penalty currently affecting Indian exports and are part of efforts to reach a framework deal this year, with the ultimate goal of doubling bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.
Yogi Adityanath's Vision for Uttar Pradesh: Transforming into a $1-Trillion Economy with Zero-Tolerance Policy
Dec 06, 2025 08:12 pm CST
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath outlines his strategy to transform Uttar Pradesh into a $1-trillion economy by 2030 through restored law and order, infrastructure development, and zero-tolerance policies against criminals. He discusses his achievements including the Ram Mandir construction, housing reforms that benefited over 1.25 lakh buyers, and creating a safer environment for women and investors in India's most populous state.
S Jaishankar Explains How AI Influences Modern Diplomacy: Projection vs. Prognostication
Dec 06, 2025 08:08 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar offers insights on artificial intelligence's role in diplomacy, describing it as effective for capturing past positions but limited in predicting future intentions. During the HT Leadership Summit, he also addressed India-US trade negotiations, emphasizing the importance of protecting Indian interests while working toward a mutually beneficial agreement.
Omar Abdullah Exposes INDIA Bloc Crisis: Opposition Alliance Struggles After Nitish Kumar's Departure
Dec 06, 2025 07:42 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reveals critical weaknesses within the INDIA opposition bloc, claiming they pushed Nitish Kumar toward the BJP-led NDA. Abdullah describes the alliance as "on life support," criticizing its lack of commitment compared to BJP's electoral strategy and calling for clearer operational structure to prevent further fragmentation of opposition forces.
Indian Government Orders IndiGo to Complete All Passenger Refunds Following Massive Flight Cancellations
Dec 06, 2025 07:05 pm CST
The civil aviation ministry has mandated IndiGo to process all refunds for cancelled flights by Sunday evening following over 1,400 flight cancellations across two days. The airline must establish dedicated passenger support centers, waive rescheduling fees, and ensure baggage delivery within 48 hours, with full service restoration expected within three days.