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Nitish Kumar Enters World Book of Records for Taking Oath as Bihar Chief Minister 10 Times
Dec 06, 2025 01:07 am CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been recognized by the World Book of Records, London, for his unprecedented achievement of taking oath as Chief Minister ten times since 2000. This remarkable political milestone highlights his enduring leadership and the complex alliances that have defined Bihar's political landscape over the past two decades.
SpiceJet Deploys 100 Additional Flights to Mitigate Nationwide IndiGo Cancellation Crisis
Dec 05, 2025 11:58 pm CST
As IndiGo faces unprecedented operational challenges resulting in over 500 flight delays and cancellations nationwide, SpiceJet has announced the addition of 100 supplementary flights to assist affected travelers. SpiceJet Chairman Ajay Singh confirmed this response to the crisis while the DGCA reviews IndiGo's request for temporary Flight Duty Time Limitations exemptions until 2026.
IndiGo Flight Crisis Nears Resolution: Aviation Minister Confirms Penalties Will Follow Investigation
Dec 05, 2025 11:54 pm CST
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirms IndiGo's operational crisis is nearly resolved, with metro airports clearing passenger backlogs. The minister states definitively that penalties against the airline will follow an official inquiry, as the disruption was caused by IndiGo's internal issues rather than the new Flight Duty Time Limitation regulations that all other airlines have successfully implemented.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations: How Passengers' Lives Were Disrupted at Chennai Airport
Dec 05, 2025 11:42 pm CST
For three consecutive days, IndiGo's massive flight cancellations at Chennai airport left passengers stranded, disrupting crucial commitments including job appointments, national competitions, and family vacations. The crisis worsened when CISF blocked passenger entry, forcing travelers to seek expensive alternatives while facing poor communication from the airline.
PM Modi Raises Concern with Putin over Indians Recruited into Russian Army: Foreign Ministry Reports Ongoing Rescue Efforts
Dec 05, 2025 11:39 pm CST
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirms that PM Modi directly addressed the issue of Indian citizens in the Russian military during talks with President Putin. With 127 Indians having joined Russian forces, 98 evacuated, and 12 missing, the government continues diplomatic efforts while warning citizens against accepting potentially misleading recruitment offers. The briefing also highlighted new visa arrangements between the two countries.
IndiGo's Refund Controversy: Passengers Challenge "100% Refund" Claims After Significant Deductions on Cancelled Flights
Dec 05, 2025 11:37 pm CST
IndiGo airline faces widespread backlash as passengers discover substantial deductions from promised "100% refunds" following nationwide flight cancellations. Customers have shared evidence contradicting the airline's refund policy, while Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu attributes the disruptions to crew mismanagement regarding new FDTL regulations and has formed an investigation committee.
IndiGo CEO Apologizes as Airline Cancels Over 1,000 Flights Due to New Pilot Rest Regulations
Dec 05, 2025 11:21 pm CST
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has issued a public apology after the airline cancelled more than half of its daily flights due to new pilot rest regulations. The crisis is expected to continue through Saturday with nearly 1,000 more cancellations, though full normalization is anticipated between December 10-15. The DGCA has granted temporary exemptions while Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has ordered a high-level inquiry into the situation.
India's Lok Sabha Passes Health and National Security Cess Bill on Pan Masala Production
Dec 05, 2025 10:57 pm CST
The Lok Sabha has approved legislation imposing a cess on pan masala manufacturing facilities to fund national security and public health initiatives. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed the revenue will be shared with states while maintaining the existing 40% GST rate on pan masala products. This new cess targets production capacity rather than consumption and represents 6.1% of gross total revenue in the current fiscal year.
Delhi's Winter Crisis: Understanding the Temperature-Pollution Relationship in November-December
Dec 05, 2025 10:44 pm CST
Delhi faces its annual winter pollution crisis as temperatures plummet to 5°C, trapping pollutants and pushing AQI readings above 300. Data analysis reveals a clear inverse relationship between falling temperatures and worsening air quality, with pollution levels peaking when temperatures drop below 20°C. As December progresses, the cold, stagnant air continues to lock pollutants in place, creating hazardous conditions that have sparked protests across the capital.
IndiGo's Massive Flight Cancellations: How the Airline Still Operates and Why Fares Have Skyrocketed
Dec 05, 2025 10:27 pm CST
Amid hundreds of daily flight cancellations, IndiGo continues selling tickets on operational routes while implementing a system reboot to stabilize services by mid-December. The crisis has triggered dynamic pricing algorithms across all airlines, causing fares to surge dramatically as India's largest carrier struggles to maintain its schedule. Passengers are advised to verify flight status before traveling and prepare for elevated prices until the situation normalizes.