India News
Raghav Chadha Urges Parliament to End 10-Minute Deliveries: The Human Cost Behind Quick Commerce
Dec 05, 2025 10:15 pm CST
AAP leader Raghav Chadha has called for the end of 10-minute delivery services in Parliament, highlighting the dangerous working conditions facing delivery agents. He outlined three key issues: the intense time pressure leading to risky driving, verbal abuse from customers, and inadequate pay despite harsh working conditions. Chadha emphasized these workers are "not robots" but human beings deserving dignity and protection.
Wedding Season Causes Mass Absenteeism in Madhya Pradesh Assembly: MLAs Prioritize Constituency Events
Dec 05, 2025 10:15 pm CST
Over a dozen Madhya Pradesh MLAs missed the assembly's Question Hour despite scheduled queries, with Legislative Affairs Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya attributing absences to wedding season commitments in constituencies. This unusual attendance gap has prompted suggestions to consider wedding seasons when planning future assembly calendars.
Karnataka Cabinet Approves Rs 2,215 Crore Tunnel Project to Ease Bengaluru Traffic Congestion Amid BJP Criticism
Dec 05, 2025 09:55 pm CST
The Karnataka cabinet has approved a Rs 2,215 crore three-lane twin tunnel project to address persistent traffic congestion between Hebbal Junction and Mekhri Circle in north Bengaluru, replacing the previously scrapped steel flyover proposal. BJP leaders, including Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya, have criticized the decision, citing exorbitant costs, potential integration conflicts with existing infrastructure plans, and lack of expert-backed evidence supporting the tunnel as the optimal solution.
Tensions Rise as Shashi Tharoor Accepts Putin State Dinner Invitation While Congress Leaders Gandhi and Kharge Are Excluded
Dec 05, 2025 09:50 pm CST
Shashi Tharoor's acceptance of an invitation to President Putin's State dinner has highlighted growing tensions within the Congress party, as key opposition figures Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were notably absent from the guest list. This diplomatic incident occurs amid speculation about Tharoor's political future and broader concerns about the Modi government's approach to opposition engagement in diplomatic affairs.
India's Household Debt Surge: 28 Crore Borrowers with Rs 15.7 Lakh Crore in Outstanding Loans
Dec 05, 2025 09:46 pm CST
India is experiencing a significant rise in household borrowing, with the number of Indians holding outstanding debt doubling to 28.3 crore over seven years. Household financial liabilities have increased from Rs 3.8 lakh crore to Rs 15.7 lakh crore, and debt-to-GDP ratio has grown from 3% to 4.7%. The average debt per borrower now stands at Rs 4.8 lakh, raising questions about economic sustainability.
Madhya Pradesh Tensions Escalate After Obscene Video of Minor Girl Circulated in Blackmail Attempt
Dec 05, 2025 09:40 pm CST
Tensions have gripped Shamgarh city in Madhya Pradesh following the circulation of an obscene video of a 16-year-old girl, resulting in citywide protests and shutdown. Two accused, Rihan and Babu, allegedly threatened the minor at knifepoint, recorded the video, and attempted to extort Rs 5 lakh from her family before releasing the footage online. Police have arrested both suspects within 12 hours as authorities deal with mounting public outrage and demands for severe punishment.
Manipur Government Issues Strong Warning Against Unauthorized Decrees and Threats to Public Safety
Dec 05, 2025 09:23 pm CST
The Manipur government has issued a firm warning against individuals and groups issuing unauthorized decrees or threats, emphasizing that such actions will face legal prosecution. Amid ongoing tensions following Meitei-Kuki ethnic clashes, authorities have established measures to address extortion and intimidation while urging citizens to report suspicious activities as the state approaches one year under President's rule.
CAG Report Exposes Massive Misuse of Madhya Pradesh IT Parks: Nursing Colleges and Warehouses Replace Tech Firms
Dec 05, 2025 09:22 pm CST
A damning CAG audit reveals how Madhya Pradesh's IT parks have been converted into nursing colleges, drug warehouses, and general engineering facilities instead of housing technology companies. The report exposes hasty land allocations completed in just 21 hours, massive employment shortfalls (96 jobs created versus 6,536 promised), and financial irregularities totaling hundreds of crores. Encroachment on 13.57 acres of IT park land further demonstrates the systematic failure of state oversight in what was meant to be the region's digital economy gateway.
IndiGo Crisis: Government Orders Investigation and Promises Flight Schedule Normalization Within 3 Days
Dec 05, 2025 09:21 pm CST
The Indian government has ordered a high-level investigation into the IndiGo flight disruptions while promising schedule normalization by Monday. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced automatic refunds for cancelled flights and special assistance for affected passengers. The DGCA has established a four-member committee to examine operational deficiencies at IndiGo, which has cancelled over 500 flights for consecutive days while temporarily relaxing pilot duty time limitations to manage the crisis.
Navi Mumbai Airport Getting Railway Station: Enhanced Connectivity for December Launch
Dec 05, 2025 09:14 pm CST
Navi Mumbai International Airport is set to begin operations on December 25, with enhanced connectivity through the new Targhar railway station on the Uran-Belapur line. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis called the station "a special gift for Mumbaikars," as the 2 lakh square feet transit hub will provide seamless access to the airport and integrate with multiple transportation networks.