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131 Flights Cancelled at Delhi Airport Due to Winter Fog and Low Visibility Conditions
Dec 17, 2025 12:40 am CST
Delhi airport experienced major disruptions with 131 flights cancelled due to low visibility from dense winter fog. IndiGo cancelled 113 flights network-wide, with 42 additional cancellations scheduled for Wednesday. DGCA has designated December 10 to February 10 as the official fog window requiring special operational protocols for airlines serving northern India.
Tragic Discovery: Abandoned Newborn's Remains Found With Stray Dogs in Odisha's Balasore
Dec 17, 2025 12:39 am CST
In a shocking incident in Odisha's Balasore district, villagers discovered the remains of an abandoned newborn being carried by stray dogs. Police have recovered the body parts and launched an investigation to identify those responsible for abandoning the infant, examining nearby medical facilities and residential areas for clues.
Tragic School Wall Collapse in Tamil Nadu Claims Class 7 Student's Life: Safety Concerns and Political Fallout
Dec 17, 2025 12:25 am CST
A fatal wall collapse at a government school in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district has claimed the life of a Class 7 student and injured another during midday meal. Chief Minister MK Stalin announced compensation while opposition parties demand urgent safety audits of all school buildings across the state, highlighting concerns about educational infrastructure maintenance.
Delhi Court Rules ED's National Herald Case Against Gandhi Family Invalid Without Proper FIR
Dec 17, 2025 12:10 am CST
A Delhi court has dismissed the Enforcement Directorate's money laundering case against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and five others in the National Herald matter, ruling that prosecution under PMLA requires an FIR for the scheduled offense rather than a private complaint. The 117-page judgment by Special Judge Vishal Gogne provides relief to the Congress leaders by establishing that the ED's investigation, which began without a formal FIR, was "impermissible in law."
Trinamool Councillor Protests at Crematorium After Being Declared "Dead" in Electoral Rolls
Dec 17, 2025 12:06 am CST
A Trinamool Congress councillor in West Bengal made a dramatic protest by visiting a crematorium after discovering his name listed among the deceased in draft electoral rolls. Surya Dey's demonstration highlights widespread concerns about the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision exercise that has removed over 58 lakh names from voter lists ahead of upcoming state elections.
Gunfire at Punjab Store Following Rs 30 Lakh Extortion Demand: Police Investigation Underway
Dec 16, 2025 11:03 pm CST
A shooting incident at a grocery store in Batala, Punjab has revealed an extortion scheme demanding Rs 30 lakh from the shopkeeper. Despite reporting the threat to police two weeks prior, no action was taken until the shooting occurred. Local traders are threatening protests if the authorities fail to apprehend the perpetrator, while police have promised swift action following review of CCTV footage capturing the incident.
India's Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Faces Implementation Delays Despite Growing EV Adoption and Government Schemes
Dec 16, 2025 10:59 pm CST
India's electric vehicle charging network has expanded to 29,000 stations, yet faces significant challenges as 31% of FAME II funds remain unutilized and no expenditure has occurred from the Rs 2,000 crore PM E-DRIVE allocation for charging infrastructure, despite EV registrations exceeding 2.2 million units annually and representing 6-7% of total vehicle sales.
Heroic Mid-Air Rescue: How Air India Crew and Passengers United to Save Elderly Man's Life During Flight Emergency
Dec 16, 2025 10:46 pm CST
A dramatic medical emergency on an Air India flight from Bhubaneswar to Delhi was resolved through the heroic efforts of crew members and passengers when an elderly man suddenly collapsed. Eyewitness Anand Bajpai shared how quick-thinking individuals, including a doctor and flight attendants, worked together to provide life-saving assistance and restore the passenger's consciousness through coordinated emergency response.
Delhi High Court Challenges DGCA Over Pilot Fatigue Rule Relaxations: Safety Concerns Raised
Dec 16, 2025 10:36 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has demanded an explanation from the DGCA regarding alleged violations of pilot fatigue management rules. The Indian Pilots Guild filed a contempt petition claiming airlines received unauthorized exemptions from Flight Duty Time Limitation norms, potentially compromising aviation safety. Justice Amit Sharma has scheduled a hearing for April 17 as aviation authorities defend their statutory power to grant limited exemptions.
Bengaluru Tragedy: Man Dies After Hospital Negligence and Public Indifference to Medical Emergency
Dec 16, 2025 10:30 pm CST
A 34-year-old mechanic in Bengaluru died after hospitals failed to provide emergency treatment for his heart attack and passersby ignored his wife's desperate pleas for help following a motorcycle accident. This tragic incident highlights critical issues in emergency healthcare access and public response to medical emergencies in India, though the family's decision to donate his eyes brought a compassionate conclusion to their loss.