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04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels 300+ flights in December, travelers face chaos

IndiGo, India's largest airline, faces mass flight cancellations and delays due to a combination of stricter flight duty time limitations and Airbus A320 software issues.

04 Dec 2025
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Hyderabad House: Where history meets diplomacy for the Modi-Putin meet

The Hyderabad House, an 8.2-acre Delhi landmark, originally built for a prince, is the venue for talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

04 Dec 2025
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Putin's India visit: Trade, jobs, and closer ties

President Vladimir Putin's visit to India is set to enhance Indian exports and job opportunities, with focus on pharmaceuticals, automobiles, and agricultural products.

04 Dec 2025
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Meerut man rescued after 4 months trapped in Myanmar trafficking scam

A Meerut man, lured to Thailand with a job offer and trafficked to Myanmar, was freed after a four-month ordeal following a Myanmar Army raid.

04 Dec 2025
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TMC suspends MLA over Babri Masjid-style mosque plan in Bengal

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeks to halt suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir's plan to construct a mosque modelled on the Babri Masjid.

04 Dec 2025
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India denies "new" $2bn submarine deal with Russia

The Indian government refutes a Bloomberg report of a new $2 billion submarine deal with Russia, labeling it as "misleading".

04 Dec 2025
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PM Modi welcomes Putin for key India-Russia summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will personally receive Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi airport, marking a significant diplomatic gesture.

04 Dec 2025
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Bengaluru airport just made travel smoother for differently-abled flyers

Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport has launched India's first advanced assistive system, Mobility Assist, to aid passengers with reduced mobility.

04 Dec 2025
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'Net losers': India warns US over visa restrictions

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserts that visa issuance is a sovereign right of a government, responding to the US's recent tightening of its visa screening system.

04 Dec 2025
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India hits record high in road fatalities for 2024

India witnessed a record 1.77 lakh road accident deaths in 2024, surpassing China's fatality rate but remaining lower than the United States'.

04 Dec 2025
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Bengaluru police bust major red sandalwood smuggling ring

Bengaluru Police seized 1,143 kilograms of red sandalwood and three vehicles, valued at around ₹1 crore. The operation led to the arrest of a man involved in inter-state smuggling.

04 Dec 2025
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IIM Indore investigates sexual harassment complaint in placement cell

A student at IIM Indore is facing a sexual harassment probe, leading to his removal from the institute's Placement Committee.

04 Dec 2025
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New rent rules 2025: Big relief for tenants

The 2025 rent rules in India aim to offer clearer agreements and lower deposits, potentially strengthening household finances and reshaping the renting landscape.

04 Dec 2025
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Climate change is forcing millions to move within India

Climate change is increasingly forcing Indians to abandon their homes, with millions migrating due to extreme weather and environmental stress.

04 Dec 2025
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Assam: 800 ambulances off the road as workers strike

A statewide strike by thousands of 108 Mrityunjoy ambulance employees in Assam has left nearly 800 ambulances off the road, disrupting emergency healthcare services.

04 Dec 2025
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Punjab tops India in human trafficking cases, says Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar revealed to the Rajya Sabha that Punjab records the highest number of human trafficking cases in India.

04 Dec 2025
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Leopard strays into Bihar town, injures 11 during rescue chaos

A leopard strayed from Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary, injuring 11 people in Kochas town of Rohtas district. Among the injured were three forest department personnel.

04 Dec 2025
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Indian Railways announces massive hiring: 1.2 lakh+ jobs up for grabs

The Indian Railways has initiated recruitment for over 1.2 lakh vacancies for the years 2024 and 2025, marking one of the largest public-sector hiring exercises in India.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels 200+ flights: Here's what's up

IndiGo's operational crisis deepens, causing 19 cancellations and 154 delays in the last 24 hours at Kolkata airport due to crew shortages and new regulatory norms.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo faces backlash over flight chaos in North India

IndiGo's nationwide operations faced significant disruptions, causing widespread delays and cancellations in northern region airports, particularly Chandigarh and Jammu.

04 Dec 2025
Indian Navy

'Misleading': Centre refutes new $2bn submarine deal with Russia

The government has dismissed a Bloomberg report that claimed India has clinched a fresh $2 billion submarine deal with Russia, calling the report "misleading."

04 Dec 2025
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IPL, AI, and viral trends top India's 2025 Google searches

Google's annual roundup showcases Indians' varied interests in 2025, from IPL and Women's Cricket to AI advancements and trending pop culture events.

SC intervenes as multiple BLOs die over SIR work pressure  

The Supreme Court has issued a set of directions to ease the burden on Booth Level Officers (BLOs) engaged in Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

04 Dec 2025
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Over 18,000 Indians sent back from US since 2009, says Jaishankar

The United States has deported 18,822 Indian nationals since 2009, including 3,258 in the year 2025 alone, according to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

04 Dec 2025
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India's groundwater crisis worsens; threatens food security, urban areas

India's groundwater, a crucial resource for agriculture and drinking, is depleting rapidly due to climate change and over-extraction, threatening food security and water supply.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels 300+ flights after new pilot rest rules hit

IndiGo, a leading Indian airline, faces significant disruptions due to new DGCA safety norms tightening crew-duty limits, resulting in hundreds of flight cancellations.

04 Dec 2025
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India's defense trade with Russia is changing: Report

India's defence trade with Russia has seen a significant increase in missile and air-defence systems, reflecting a deeper strategic reliance.

04 Dec 2025
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Karnataka college: Hijab row sparks campus standoff

Tensions escalated at CJ Bellad Government First Grade College in Haveri, Karnataka, as students clashed over the wearing of hijabs and saffron shawls.

04 Dec 2025
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Indian Sikh woman mistreated in US detention, confirms Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed the Rajya Sabha about the mistreatment of 73-year-old Harjit Kaur in US detention before her deportation.

04 Dec 2025
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Assam: Outrage after 15-year-old girl gang-raped, protests erupt

A 15-year-old student in Assam was allegedly gang-raped by her neighbour and three others, triggering public anger as police have yet to make arrests.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels 200+ flights, leaving travelers stranded

IndiGo, India's largest airline, faces a crisis as new pilot rest-period norms disrupt over 180 flights, leading to passenger frustration and airport chaos.

04 Dec 2025
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India's $3 billion Russian submarine deal: What's up?

India has agreed to lease a nuclear-powered submarine from Russia for about $2 billion, coinciding with President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi.

04 Dec 2025
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Bengaluru couple caught smuggling ₹18.6cr worth of hydro ganja

A Bengaluru couple was apprehended for smuggling 18 kg of hydro ganja, valued at ₹18.6 crore, into the city from Bangkok.

04 Dec 2025
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Man swallows ₹17L diamond pendant in bizarre heist

A man accused of swallowing a Rs 17 lakh Fabergé octopus pendant during a jewelry heist in New Zealand is under police surveillance as they await its natural retrieval.

04 Dec 2025
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La Nina to cause coldest winter in North India

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) forecasts weak La Niña conditions to persist until March 2026, potentially leading to a colder winter in India.

04 Dec 2025
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Haryana mother arrested for allegedly killing 4 children

Poonam, a 32-year-old educated homemaker from Haryana, is under investigation for allegedly murdering four children, including her own son, over a two-year period.

04 Dec 2025
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UP: Murder convict caught after 36 years hiding in plain sight

Pradeep Kumar Saxena, a convicted murderer, evaded arrest for 36 years by changing his identity and religion, living as 'Abdul Rahim' in Moradabad.

IndiGo flight from Madinah to Hyderabad receives bomb threat

An IndiGo flight traveling from Madinah, Saudi Arabia, to Hyderabad was diverted to Ahmedabad on Thursday after a bomb threat.

04 Dec 2025
Bill Clinton

Putin's Delhi visit sends 5-star hotel tariffs soaring to ₹85,000-₹1.3L/night 

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi has caused a spike in five-star hotel tariffs.

04 Dec 2025
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Navy Day 2025: India celebrates its maritime guardians

Navy Day 2025, celebrated on December 4, saw President Murmu, PM Modi and other leaders extending greetings to the Indian Navy personnel for their bravery and commitment.

04 Dec 2025
Amritsar

Video: Varanasi residents perform 'aarti' of Putin's photograph 

As Russian President Vladimir Putin prepares to visit India on Thursday evening, residents of Varanasi have taken a unique approach to welcome him.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels 300+ flights in 3 days—here's what's up

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has condemned IndiGo for severe mismanagement of pilot rostering, leading to over 300 flight cancellations.

04 Dec 2025
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India is rolling out electronic tolls nationwide by 2026

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that a new electronic toll collection system, replacing the current method, will be operational across India within a year.

04 Dec 2025
Delhi

250 flights canceled since morning; DGCA summons IndiGo airline officials 

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has summoned IndiGo officials for a meeting as the airline continued facing operational disruptions for the third consecutive day.

04 Dec 2025
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India sends Bailey bridge to Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah

As part of India's humanitarian assistance, the Indian Air Force airlifted a 65-tonne Bailey Bridge to Colombo, aiding cyclone-battered Sri Lanka.

04 Dec 2025
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SC puts Rahul Gandhi's army remarks trial on hold (again)

The Supreme Court has extended its interim order, halting proceedings against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over alleged derogatory remarks about the Indian Army.

04 Dec 2025
Haryana

'Shame on...system': SC after acid-attack survivor alleges 16-year trial delay 

The Supreme Court has sought data from all high courts on pending trials in acid attack cases.

04 Dec 2025
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Indian government bans 87 illegal loan apps

The Indian government has blocked 87 illegal loan applications to combat unauthorized lenders exploiting users and engaging in data misuse, harassment, and fraud.

04 Dec 2025
Karnataka

'Was thrown off roof': Karnataka governor's daughter-in-law alleges dowry harassment 

Divya Gehlot, the wife of Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot's grandson Devendra Gehlot, has accused her in-laws of mental and physical harassment over dowry demands.

04 Dec 2025
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India rolls out the red carpet for Putin with art and celebrations

As Russian President Vladimir Putin visits India, the nation prepares with special aartis, marches, and unique artworks to express their warm welcome.

04 Dec 2025
Anti-Terrorism Squad

Army subedar, woman arrested for sharing classified information to Pakistan 

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted a major espionage racket, arresting two people, including an Indian Army Subedar.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels 33 flights at Hyderabad airport—travelers left stranded

Indigo is likely to cancel 33 outbound flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, due to airline-related technology and operational issues.

04 Dec 2025
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Putin's Delhi visit sends luxury hotel prices soaring

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi has caused a surge in hotel tariffs and occupancy, with top five-star hotels selling out.

04 Dec 2025
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DGCA summons IndiGo after over 1,200 flight cancelations

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has called a meeting with IndiGo officials due to ongoing operational disruptions causing flight cancellations and delays.

04 Dec 2025
Bengaluru

IndiGo chaos continues as several flights canceled amid crew shortage  

The IndiGo Airlines chaos continued for the third consecutive day on Thursday as it canceled 73 flights at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport.

04 Dec 2025
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PM Modi cheers Project Cheetah on International Cheetah Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated International Cheetah Day by sharing images and achievements of India's Project Cheetah.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi man uses ChatGPT to catch Facebook scammer

A Delhi man leveraged AI tool, ChatGPT, to locate and outwit a scammer impersonating his college senior, leading the fraudster to beg for forgiveness.

04 Dec 2025
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Karnataka Governor's grandson faces serious dowry and assault allegations

Divya Gehlot, wife of the Karnataka Governor's grandson, alleges severe dowry-related harassment, including being thrown off a roof.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo flight chaos: Delays, cancelations hit travelers nationwide

IndiGo, India's largest airline, faced severe operational disruptions due to unexpected issues, leading to nationwide flight cancellations and delays.

04 Dec 2025
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Bengaluru techie's suicide sparks arrests over alleged harassment

A 45-year-old software professional in Bengaluru committed suicide, accusing his neighbours and civic officials of harassment and extortion in a detailed death note.

04 Dec 2025
Droupadi Murmu

Putin in India today: Su-57 jets, trade talks on agenda

Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in New Delhi on Thursday evening for a two-day visit.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi's air quality: Slightly better, still not great

Delhi's air quality index (AQI) improved to 299, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category, as per Central Pollution Control Board data.

04 Dec 2025
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Maharashtra local body poll results put on hold by Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court's Aurangabad Bench condemned the Maharashtra State Election Commission for its last-minute decision to postpone elections in 24 wards of 288 local bodies.

04 Dec 2025
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Chennai on orange alert as Cyclone Ditwah's leftovers drench city

Chennai and three other districts face an Orange Alert due to expected rain and lightning, while several areas remain waterlogged from previous downpours.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi's air quality stays 'poor' as cold wave alert hits

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) slightly improved to 300, despite persistent pollution, as the city braces for a sharp temperature drop to 4-6 degrees Celsius.

04 Dec 2025
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Putin's India visit: What's happening?

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in India today for a two-day visit, with discussions on Su-57 jets, bilateral trade, and a private dinner with PM Modi on the agenda.

04 Dec 2025
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India-UK trade deal: Scotch whisky prices to drop by 9-10%

India is predicted to lead global scotch sales due to rising disposable incomes and anticipated lower import duties, according to the Scotch Whisky Association.

04 Dec 2025
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Mumbai's massive new tunnels promise faster commutes

Work has started on Mumbai's deepest road tunnels, set to run 50 metres below ground at their lowest point. The project aims to significantly reduce travel time in the city.

04 Dec 2025
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Ex-Maoist leader urges peace over conflict

Mallojula Venugopal Rao, former ideological head of the CPI (Maoist), urges members to abandon armed struggle in his first interview post-surrender.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo flights hit turbulence as new pilot rest rules kick in

IndiGo, India's largest airline, has faced major disruptions and passenger complaints due to the implementation of new pilot rest norms.

04 Dec 2025
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Red Fort blast: Delhi Police steps in to help victims get insurance

Delhi Police have provided the Finance Ministry with a list of vehicle owners affected by the Red Fort blast to expedite their insurance claims.

04 Dec 2025
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Invasive species threaten India's forests, economy: Study

Invasive species are spreading across 15,000 square kilometres of Indian forest annually, threatening ecosystems and costing $127.3 billion over six decades, a study reveals.

04 Dec 2025
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Europe wants India to help mediate Ukraine peace as Putin visits

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi today, amid European envoys urging India to influence him to end the Ukraine war.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi CM gets tough on pollution: fines and jail for negligent officials

Delhi's Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, has ordered stringent anti-pollution measures, warning of heavy penalties and criminal action against negligent government agencies.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi's big road makeover coming by 2026

The Delhi government plans to redevelop approximately 400 kilometres of arterial roads by March 2026, despite challenges such as dropping temperatures and dust pollution.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi wakes up to chilly weather and stubborn air pollution

Delhi's temperature dipped sharply to 6.4°C on Wednesday due to the return of colder northwesterly winds, marking a significant early morning chill.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi residents protest air pollution, demand government action

Over a hundred protesters, including students and activists, gathered at Jantar Mantar demanding government action on Delhi's deteriorating air quality.

04 Dec 2025
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IndiGo cancels flights in Kolkata, leaving travelers stranded

IndiGo cancelled 10 flights to and from Kolkata due to significant operational disruptions, primarily caused by crew shortage. This led to the delay of 85 other flights.

04 Dec 2025
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Delhi HC says no to court-monitored probe in Red Fort blast case

The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition seeking a court-monitored committee to oversee the trial stages in the Red Fort blast case.

04 Dec 2025
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India to open up nuclear energy sector to private players

India is set to amend key laws, opening its nuclear power sector to private firms, aiming for a 100 GW capacity by 2047.

04 Dec 2025
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Kolkata airport mosque blocks secondary runway, says Ministry of Civil Aviation

The presence of a mosque within Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has reignited safety debates due to its proximity to the secondary runway.

03 Dec 2025
Ayodhya

Tata to build 52-acre temple museum in Ayodhya

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a major expansion of the proposed temple museum in Ayodhya.

03 Dec 2025
Bengaluru

IndiGo apologizes as hundreds of flight cancellations cause chaos 

IndiGo, India's largest airline, canceled as many as 200 flights across several states, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, on Wednesday due to a combination of factors like crew shortages and technical glitches.

03 Dec 2025
Bihar

Over 2 crore 'ghost beneficiaries' removed after ration card verification

The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) has flagged over 2.12 crore ineligible beneficiaries for removal from the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS), which was carried out by states and Union Territories.

03 Dec 2025
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

All Delhi-NCR potholes to be filled in 72 hours: Minister

Delhi's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has announced a major move to tackle air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR).

03 Dec 2025
Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh locals, police clash over coal mine expansion; dozens injured 

A violent clash erupted between police and villagers protesting the expansion of South Eastern Coalfields Limited's (SECL) Amera coal mine in Chhattisgarh's Surguja division on Wednesday.

03 Dec 2025
Haryana

Jealous of their prettiness, Haryana woman drowns girls, including niece 

A woman in Haryana's Panipat has been arrested for allegedly drowning several children, including her own son.

03 Dec 2025
Delhi

Delhi: CM-led panel to monitor pollution, fine violators

The Delhi government is forming a new panel to monitor pollution levels in the national capital.

03 Dec 2025
Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh: 12 Maoists, 3 DRG jawans killed in gunfight

A major anti-Maoist operation is underway in Chhattisgarh's West Bastar Division, along the Bijapur-Dantewada inter-district border.

03 Dec 2025
Ahmedabad

Gujarat vlogger decapitated while riding bike at 140kmph

An 18-year-old vlogger, identified as Prince Patel, died in a tragic road accident in Surat.

03 Dec 2025
Narendra Modi

Explained: What's on Putin's agenda in 30-hour India visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in New Delhi for a crucial 30-hour visit.

03 Dec 2025
Arunachal Pradesh

'Remarkable coincidence': SC on contracts awarded to Arunachal CM's relatives

The Supreme Court has observed that the difference between competing tenders for public works in Arunachal Pradesh was "minuscule" and suggested possible cartelization, Live Law reported.

03 Dec 2025
Delhi Police

Commandos, snipers, AI-monitoring: All about Putin's security for India visit 

A five-layer security ring has been established for Russian President Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit to India, NDTV reported.

03 Dec 2025
Air India

Delhi airport warns of flight disruptions after another tech snag

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) has issued a notice to passengers of domestic local flights, warning them of possible delays and last-minute schedule changes.

03 Dec 2025
Delhi

How Delhi plans to tackle air pollution by NCR industries

Delhi's air quality has once again slipped into the "very poor" category, with an AQI of 335.

Calcutta HC overturns order that canceled 32,000 teachers' appointments 

The Calcutta High Court has reversed a single bench order that canceled the appointments of around 32,000 primary teachers in West Bengal.

03 Dec 2025
Bengaluru

Microsoft outage delays IndiGo, SpiceJet flights at multiple airports

Flight operations were severely affected on Wednesday morning as check-in systems at several airports went down.

03 Dec 2025
Air Pollution

6 Delhi hospitals record 200,000+ acute respiratory cases in 3yrs 

The Indian capital, Delhi, reported over 200,000 acute respiratory illness (ARI) cases between 2022-2024, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has disclosed.

03 Dec 2025
Delhi

Delhi's air quality 'severe' in 14 stations; cold wave deepens

Delhi's air quality has deteriorated further, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 376 on Wednesday morning.

03 Dec 2025
Narendra Modi

PMO complex renamed 'Seva Teerth'; what does it mean 

The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) complex in India will be named "Seva Teerth," PTI reported, citing officials.

'Ridiculous': India after Pakistan claims Sri Lanka aid flight blocked 

India has rejected Pakistan's allegation of delaying overflight clearance for an aid flight to Sri Lanka, calling the claim "ridiculous."

02 Dec 2025
Supreme Court Of India

'Red carpet for intruders?' SC's sharp remark on Rohingya plea 

The Supreme Court of India has raised questions over the legal treatment of illegal immigrants, including Rohingya Muslims.

02 Dec 2025
Air India

Air India A320 flew month without airworthiness certificate, staff suspended

An Air India A320 aircraft operated several flights in November without a valid Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC), a mandatory safety document.

02 Dec 2025
Andhra Pradesh

Delhi Police oppose India Gate protesters' bail, allege Naxal links

The Delhi Police has opposed the bail pleas of college students arrested during a protest on November 23.

02 Dec 2025
China

INS Aridhaman, India's third SSBN, to soon bolster nuclear deterrence

India is set to induct its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman.

02 Dec 2025
Amritsar

Government confirms GPS spoofing at airports, cites backups, cyber upgrades

The Indian government has confirmed that several major airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, were hit by GPS spoofing signals last month.

02 Dec 2025
Air India

IndiGo passengers at several airports report significant delays 

IndiGo passengers were hit by major flight delays across several airports on Tuesday.