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10 blackbucks die at Jamshedpur's Tata zoo; mystery infection suspected
The Tata Steel Zoological Park in Jamshedpur is on high alert after the sudden deaths of 10 blackbucks in six days.
IndiGo ordered to reduce flights by 5%
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has ordered IndiGo to reduce its flights by 5%.
'Rules should improve system...not trouble people': PM on IndiGo crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stressed the importance of ensuring that government rules and regulations do not cause hardship to Indian citizens.
2 Odisha villages clash after headless body found; internet suspended
Violent clashes between two villages in Malkangiri district, Odisha, have led to a 24-hour internet shutdown. The district administration had also imposed prohibitory orders in the two villages.
IMD issues cold wave warning in Delhi, Telangana, Chandigarh
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for several regions of India from December 9.
Centre to slash IndiGo winter flights, give slots to rivals
The Indian government has announced that it will cut down IndiGo's winter flight schedule and redistribute its slots among other airlines in the wake of the carrier's massive operational meltdown.
Goa nightclub fire: Owners fled to Thailand within hours
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Goa nightclub where a deadly fire killed 25 people, fled to Thailand's Phuket shortly after the incident.
Amid IndiGo crisis, passengers record pigeon entering Bengaluru-Vadodara flight
A video of a pigeon flying inside an IndiGo flight has gone viral on social media. The incident took place on a Bengaluru-Vadodara flight just before take-off.
SC to issue guidelines against insensitive orders in rape cases
The Supreme Court has expressed concern over "anti-women orders" passed by courts in India in rape and sexual assault cases.
Kolkata: 150-year-old New Market to be made earthquake-resistant
The iconic New Market in Kolkata, officially known as SS Hogg Market, is set to undergo a major transformation.
Why Nehru opposed Vande Mataram as national anthem: Archives reveal
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a 10-hour discussion in Parliament on the song Vande Mataram, marking its 150th anniversary.
'IndiGo crisis not urgent?' CJI declines immediate hearing on PIL
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday declined an urgent hearing on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) over the recent IndiGo flight disruptions.
IndiGo crisis caused by rostering issues, says Modi government
The recent crisis at IndiGo was due to "crew rostering and internal planning system" problems, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu told the Rajya Sabha today.
Hotels can't take photocopies of your Aadhaar card anymore
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to introduce a new rule that will stop hotels, event organizers, and other such entities from taking photocopies of customers' Aadhaar cards.
Are farmers evading satellites with 5pm trick?: Report
Farmers in Punjab and Haryana have reportedly been delaying the timing of farm fires to avoid detection by monitoring satellites.
'Deeply shaken...': Missing Goa club owner breaks silence after fire
Saurabh Luthra, the owner of the nightclub named Birch by Romeo Lane in Goa, has broken his silence after a devastating fire killed 25 people.
IndiGo flight delays to continue today, Delhi airport warns
IndiGo Airlines is still grappling with massive flight disruptions on Monday, the seventh day of an unprecedented air travel crisis in India.
Goa nightclub fire: All 25 victims identified; full list released
The tragic fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, has claimed 25 lives. The victims include 20 staff members and five tourists.
'Saw it coming': 'Open letter' blames IndiGo's top-brass for 'downfall'
An unverified open letter from IndiGo pilots has surfaced on social media, blaming the airline's top management for its recent operational failures.
Your power bills in India might go down soon
India is looking to reduce consumer power bills and improve energy efficiency by using artificial intelligence (AI) in distribution networks.
Denied phone, 20-year-old jumps into borewell, prompting 9-hour rescue operation
A 20-year-old laborer from Jharkhand, Rustam Sheikh, died after jumping into a borewell near Kukma in Bhuj, Gujarat.
Video shows Goa nightclub ceiling catching fire as dancer performs
A devastating fire broke out at a nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, killing at least 25 people and injuring many others.
After Babri Masjid replica in Bengal, Muslim organization plans memorial
A Muslim organization in Hyderabad has announced plans to build a memorial dedicated to the Babri Masjid, which was demolished in 1992.
Goa nightclub managers arrested after 25 killed in fire
The managers of a Goa nightclub have been arrested after a devastating fire claimed 25 lives, including four tourists. The incident took place around midnight on Sunday at Birch by Romeo Lane, Arpora, North Goa.
Half of India's electricity now comes from non-fossil fuel sources
India has reached a major milestone in its energy transition, achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources.
'Narrow lane...jam-packed dance floor': Why many couldn't escape Goa fire
A devastating fire broke out at Birch by Romeo Lane, a popular nightclub in Arpora village, North Goa, killing at least 25 people. The blaze erupted after midnight on Sunday and quickly engulfed the entire structure.
Railways to run 89 special trains amid IndiGo flight cancellations
The Indian Railways has announced the operation of 89 special trains over the next three days.
IndiGo ordered to clear refunds: When's deadline; who gets refund
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered IndiGo Airlines to complete all pending refunds for canceled or disrupted flights by 8:00pm on Sunday.
25, including 4 tourists, killed in fire at Goa nightclub
A massive fire broke out at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, killing 25 people, including four tourists, and injuring 50 others. The incident took place shortly after midnight on Sunday.
IndiGo restores 95% network connectivity amid flight disruptions
IndiGo Airlines has managed to restore over 95% of its network connectivity after facing massive operational disruptions, the carrier announced in a statement.
Ghaziabad tops pollution chart, 20 NCR cities see PM2.5 surge
Air pollution in Northern India witnessed a sharp spike in November, with Ghaziabad emerging as the most polluted city in the country.
'Depends on circumstances...': Jaishankar on Sheikh Hasina's stay in India
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that the duration of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's stay in India will depend on the "certain circumstance" under which she arrived.
TN sends 950 tons of humanitarian aid to SL
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Saturday flagged off a major humanitarian aid consignment for Sri Lanka, which is reeling from the devastation of Cyclone "Ditwah."
Allahabad HC rejects anticipatory bail plea of singer Neha Rathore
The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has rejected Bhojpuri singer and YouTuber Neha Singh Rathore's anticipatory bail plea, The Times of India reported.
Yogi warns criminals: 'Yamaraj will await you', defends encounter policy
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said that his government follows a zero-tolerance policy toward crime and criminals.
Government plans crackdown on IndiGo, may sack CEO: Report
The Indian government is reportedly planning a major crackdown on IndiGo Airlines after the carrier mismanaged new pilot rest hour rules.
Southern Railway announces special trains amid IndiGo flight disruptions
The Southern Railway has announced special train services to ease passenger congestion due to ongoing IndiGo flight disruptions across India.
CJI Surya Kant's plan to reduce pending cases in courts
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has outlined his primary goal of reducing the backlog of pending cases in the judiciary.
'Not could be...will be': Aviation minister about penalties on IndiGo
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has said that IndiGo's operational issues are "on the verge of getting resolved." He added that action against the airline is a matter of when, not if.
Putin hails India's 'independent, self-sufficient' policy, promises non-stop energy
On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, during the 23rd Russia-India annual bilateral summit, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.