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No respite from toxic air in Delhi, AQI remains 'very poor'
Delhi's air quality has swung sharply through the week, the city recorded an AQI of 279 on Sunday, 304 on Monday, rose sharply to 372 on Tuesday, and stood at 342 on Wednesday
Chronic kidney diseases may accelerate cognitive decline; effects sex-specific: Study
New Delhi, Dec 6: Chronic kidney diseases may accelerate cognitive decline but its manifestation differs in men and women, according to a new study. The decline is primarily due to damage to the heart-brain link triggered by chronic kidney illness, it said. Studying a rural population in the US, researchers from Marshall University found that men with chronic kidney disease experienced a higher cognitive impairment and a more pronounced reduction in heart function, compared to women. The findings, published in [] The post Chronic kidney diseases may accelerate cognitive decline; effects sex-specific: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
National Herald Case: Shivakumar Calls Delhi Police Notice Harassment
Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar questioned the need for a separate police probe
Photos: Stranded passengers at Delhi airport after Indigo cancel flights
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India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is set to begin operations on the Delhi-Patna route this December. With 827 berths across three AC classes, modern interiors, and advanced safety features, the train will run six days a week. The first rake arrives on December 12 for trials.
Putin's Visit Was About Reimagining Relationships: S Jaishankar's Top Quotes
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday that Russian President Vladimir Putin's recently concluded two-day visit to India was about reimagining relationships between New Delhi and Moscow.
National Herald case: Karnataka DyCM Shivakumar calls Delhi Police notice 'harassment'
BENGALURU: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday termed the Delhi Police's notice to him, seeking financial and transactional details as part of its probe into the National Herald case, as harassment and said he will fight it legally. Condemning the move, Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress chief, questioned the need for a separate police probe when the ED had already filed a chargesheet in connection with the case. The notice issued by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) states that Shivakumar is supposed to have vital information pertaining to the National Herald case registered on October 3 this year, against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. It is very shocking to me. I have provided all the details to the ED. The ED had summoned me and my brother (former MP D K Suresh) also. There is nothing wrong, it is our (party) institution (National Herald, Young India), and we being Congressmen, we have supported the institution, there is no hide and seek, everything is in black and white, Shivakumar said. Speaking to reporters here, he said, I don't know. After ED has filed a charge sheet, there was no need for the police (Delhi police) to register a case. We will take up the case, we will fight it in the court of law. In the notice dated November 29, the EOW has summoned Shivakumar to appear before it or provide the requested information by December 19 latest. Calling the move as nothing but harassment, the Deputy CM said, What is there in it? It is our money, we can give it to anyone, whomever we like, when we pay taxes. There is nothing involved. Already Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case has been registered and a chargesheet has been filed. What more can they do to harass Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and others. They are trying to create confusion. Asked if he will appear on December 19, Shivakumar replied that he will examine the legal implications. It is being done to harass. I condemn it. I don't know, it was a surprise to me, yesterday I got a notice. I have just studied it, still I will have to go through it again and reply to it. Suresh also had donated some money, earlier being a MP, he added. Delhi police issues notice to Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar, brother in National Herald probe
German Woman Describes Delhi Traffic As Real-Life Roller Coaster, Video Goes Viral
While reacting to the video, some social media users compared Delhi's traffic to a racetrack, while others joked about Mumbai's traffic.
IndiGo flight disruptions Day 5: airline cancels over 200 flights from Delhi, Mumbai on Dec. 6
IndiGo on Saturday (December 6) announced resumption of nine of its 11 flights from the Jammu Airport, but cancelled seven flights from Srinagar
Vice-President Radhakrishnan recalls Ambedkars role in shaping India
New Delhi, Dec 6: Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday paid tributes to B R Ambedkar on his 69th death anniversary, and recalled his relentless struggle for equality and dignity. Ambedkar was a towering champion of social justice, Radhakrishnan said. His relentless struggle for equality, dignity and fraternity laid the foundation of a modern, progressive and inclusive India. His visionary ideas continue to guide our national journey towards a just and harmonious society, the vice-president said in a social media [] The post Vice-President Radhakrishnan recalls Ambedkars role in shaping India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No respite from toxic air in Delhi, AQI remains very poor
New Delhi, Dec 6: The air quality in the national capital remained in the very poor category on Saturday morning, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 9 am settled at 335. According to the Central Pollution Control Board Sameer App, 36 monitoring stations across the capital also reported very poor air, with Mundka recording the worst levels at 387. According to the CPCB, an AQI between 0 and 50 is classified good, 51 and 100 satisfactory, 101 and 200 [] The post No respite from toxic air in Delhi, AQI remains very poor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ED Chargesheets Reliance Power, Subsidiaries in Fake Bank Guarantee Case
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday filed a chargesheet against Reliance Power Ltd., its subsidiaries and 10 individuals in a money laundering case linked to an alleged fake bank guarantee of 68 crore submitted to secure a Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) tender. The chargesheet, filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act [] The post ED Chargesheets Reliance Power, Subsidiaries in Fake Bank Guarantee Case appeared first on Northlines .
IndiGo cancels over 200 flights from Delhi, Mumbai on Saturday
109 IndiGo flights cancelled at Mumbai airport - 51 arrivals and 58 departures - and 106 flights at Delhi airport - 54 departures and 52 arrivals
IndiGo Cancels Over 200 Flights From Delhi, Mumbai Today
The pilots' body, Airlines' Pilots Association (ALPA) India, has taken a strong objection to the DGCA's selective and unsafe relief to IndiGo
Delhi University approves guidelines for travel grants for faculty members amid dissent
The statement added that faculty members will be allowed to avail of travel grants if they present papers at a university listed in the top 500 of the QS World University Rankings or the Times Higher Education Rankings, or in the top 100 of the National Institutional Ranking Framework
IndiGo flight cancellation news: IndiGo flights experienced widespread disruptions across major Indian airports on Friday and Saturday, leading to over 250 cancellations. Major hubs like Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad reported significant impacts, causing long queues and passenger frustration. While operations are slowly returning to normal, some routes remain affected.
Experts warn of ecological threat as SC narrows definition of Aravali hills
The Supreme Courts acceptance of a new definition that counts only hills above 100 metres as part of the Aravalis has raised alarm among environmentalists. Experts fear that the move could strip protection from most of the ancient range, exposing regions, including Delhi-NCR, to harsher weather, drought and biodiversity loss
DMK faces off with BJP in LS on Deepam row
NEW DELHI: Even as the Madurai bench of the Madras High Court on Friday said it would hear all appeals in the Thiruparankundram Karthigai Deepam case on December 12, the issue triggered an acrimonious exchange between BJP and DMK members in the Lok Sabha. The ruckus began during the Zero Hour after senior DMK leader TR Baalu raised concerns over the verdict by the high court. The HC judge had allowed petitioners to light the lamp on a stone pillar, Deepathoon, on the Thiruparankundram hill against the century-old custom followed by Tamil Nadus HR&CE department. The state government had defied the December 1 order of Justice GR Swaminathan, apprehending communal tensions in the state. The SC on Friday agreed to hear the states appeal challenging the HCs order. Raising the issue in the Lok Sabha, Baalu accused the BJP of trying to ignite communal tension in Tamil Nadu and claimed that the judge belongs to a particular ideology. Who should light the deepam on the hill? Whether the Hindu Religious Endowment Board representative or some miscreants who have got a judgment from a Madras HC judge? he asked. Taking exception to Baalus reference to the judges ideology, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the DMK leader cannot cast aspersions on the judiciary and urged the chair to expunge the remarks. In the history of our Parliamentary democracy, we have upheld the discipline of avoiding disparaging remarks, Rijiju said. Thiruparankundram Karthigai Deepam row: Madras HC to hear appeals on December 12 TN targeting a particular community: Union minister We are not opposed to what he wants to express, but he cannot use unparliamentary language. This will lead to unnecessary trouble not only for you, but for your party as well, Rijiju added. While Krishna Prasad Tenneti, who was in the chair, allowed Union Minister L Murugan from the treasury benches to intervene and reply, opposition members rose in protest against the decision. Murugan accused the state government of denying devotees the right to worship at the Arulmighu Subramaniya Swamy Temple. The state government is targeting a particular community and law and order of that region is being vitiated, he alleged. He claimed TN police had arrested devotees, who were proceeding to the temple to light the deepam as per the HC orders. The TN BJP president too has been arrested, he said. As he was speaking, some DMK members walked up to Rijijus seat, prompting the chair to ask the protesting members to confine themselves to the Well. Although the chair said Baalus remark would be removed from the record, the latter argued that the judge had himself acknowledged an association with the organisation. SC to consider TNs plea against HC order on lamp lighting at Thiruparankundram DMKs parliamentary party leader Kanimozhi, who spoke to the media later, condemned Rijiju for the intimidating tone he had used against Baalu. Blaming Murugan for providing false information on the issue during the Zero Hour, she said unnecessary problems were being created by the BJP in Thiruparankundram to infuse communal hatred among the people when people have offered prayers at the temple in the hill in harmony for long. She said that manufacturing such issues will not help the BJP since the Tamil people know who is working in their interests and who is creating differences. Meanwhile, normalcy began to return to Thiruparankundram on Friday even as heavy police deployment continued across the foothills and the hilltop, restricting access to the summit. Police are expected to continue high-alert deployment until clarity emerges on the issue.
ED Files Chargesheet Against Reliance Power in Fake Bank Guarantee Case
The chargesheet has been filed under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) at the Patiala House court in Delhi
Kya Se Kya Ho Gaya: Cong Takes Dig At Modi Govt Over New US National Security Strategy
New Delhi, Dec 6: In a swipe at the Modi government over the new US National Security Strategy, the Congress on Saturday said it marks a notable shift in the American approach to Pakistan, and avoids the explicit criticism that defined the 2017 Donald Trump-era strategy document, which openly accused Islamabad of supporting militants targeting US partners. The opposition party also pointed out that the document reiterates US President Donald Trumps claim that he settled the raging conflict between India [] The post Kya Se Kya Ho Gaya: Cong Takes Dig At Modi Govt Over New US National Security Strategy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ED Files Chargesheet Against Reliance Power, Subsidiaries In Fake Bank Guarantee Case
New Delhi, Dec 6: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday said it has filed a chargesheet against businessman Anil Ambanis group company Reliance Power Ltd. and 10 others in a money laundering case linked to issuance of an alleged fake bank guarantee of Rs 68 crore for securing a tender. The other accused named in the prosecution complaint include former Reliance Power CFO Ashok Kumar Pal, Reliance NU BESS Ltd. and Rosa Power Supply Company Ltd. (subsidiaries of Reliance Power), an [] The post ED Files Chargesheet Against Reliance Power, Subsidiaries In Fake Bank Guarantee Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fake guarantee scam: ED files chargesheet against Reliance power
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday said it has filed a chargesheet against businessman Anil Ambanis group company Reliance Power Ltd. and 10 others in a money laundering case linked to issuance of an alleged fake bank guarantee of Rs 68 crore for securing a tender. The other accused named in the prosecution complaint Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ex-Pentagon official: Putins India visit a result of Trumps incompetence
Former Pentagon official Michael Rubin said most Americans view Vladimir Putins India visit as a consequence of Donald Trumps gross incompetence. He criticised the US for hypocrisy over Indias purchase of Russian oil and backed New Delhis need to prioritise its energy and economic interests as it rises globally
Delhi wrapped in smog as AQI hits 333; IMD issues cold wave alert for today
New Delhi: A thick blanket of smog covered the national Capital on Saturday, pushing Delhis overall Air Quality Index (AQI) to 333, firmly in the very poor category and slightly higher than Friday. The worsening pollution arrived alongside a sharp dip in temperatures, intensifying winter conditions across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi CM warns DMRC of action for flouting dust control norms at metro construction sites
CM Rekha Gupta said that she would soon visit the ongoing Metro construction sites, and if any negligence is found, stringent action will be taken
PM Modi offers tributes to Babasaheb Ambedkar on his death anniversary
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday offered tributes to Babasaheb Ambedkar, the architect of Indias Constitution, on his death anniversary. Remembering Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to justice, equality and constitutionalism continue to guide our national journey, Modi said in a post on X. Remembering Dr. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hemant Soren calls for tribal unity, warns big fish will eat little fish if communities stay divided
RANCHI:Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren urged the tribal communities across the country to stand united, warning that otherwise they may face extinction. He used the ig fish eat little fish proverb to buttress his point. Asserting that the tribal community never receives its due place in the census, Soren said it was time to fight for their rights, as challenges will continue to increase. Today, the people have chosen me as the chief minister of Jharkhand. But I know that as we move forward, the challenges will keep increasing. You must have seen that a big fish always tries to eat the little fish, Soren said, addressing tribal representatives gathered here from different parts of the country on Friday. Unless and until the community is united, they may face systemic marginalisation and neglect, the JMM president cautioned. Recalling the legacy of legendary freedom fighters and revolutionaries like Birsa Munda, Sido-Kanhu, Tilka Manjhi and 'Dishom Guru' (leader of the land) Shibu Soren, he said Jharkhand is not merely a state but he land of Mother Earth that leads the tribal society of the entire nation. The CM said that the tribal community must assert its rights, fight for its land, protect its cultural identity and safeguard its existence. He stressed that tribal people can progress only through collective unity and that their struggles must no longer remain isolated or unheard. The tribal people of the country will have to unite and fight together so that our problems do not remain mere voices but become an agenda of national politics, he said, adding that tribal society must recognise itself as a community with a shared past and an equally shared future. He lamented that the tribal community has not been able to produce an extensive written record of its civilisation. We are worshippers of nature; our document is nature itself, he posted on X, insisting that the world must recognise that indigenous lifestyles rooted in nature are crucial for global ecological balance. Pointing to the alleged depletion of the Hasdeo forest in neighbouring Chhattisgarh and the environmental crisis in Delhi, Soren said the world was now finally facing the consequences of ignoring ecological preservation - something tribals have upheld for generations. The chief minister raised concerns over the natural wealth of Jharkhand, urging people to reflect on whether its mineral richness has been a blessing or a curse. He argued that nature and tribal society have never been prioritised in national policy-making, despite being central to environmental sustainability. He warned that a society deeply connected to water, forests and land has continuously been pushed to the margins, even as environmental threats intensify. Soren voiced strong dissatisfaction over the lack of adequate representation of tribal populations in the national census exercises. He said that while every section of society receives recognition and categorisation, tribals often do not receive their rightful place in demographic exercises. If this continues, he warned, the community may gradually be erased from the nation's consciousness. He also highlighted the gaps in economic, social, intellectual and political opportunities available to tribal citizens, asking how many from the community have truly been allowed to advance in various fields Alleging political discrimination against tribal leaders, Soren said that, except for the North East and a few states, tribals have rarely held chief ministerial positions. He claimed that neighbouring states appointed tribal CMs only after Jharkhand elected one, illustrating how representation of the community at the highest levels remains a significant challenge. Soren informed the gathering that he had instructed his office to collect contact details of all tribal representatives present so that communication, coordination and solidarity could be strengthened. He assured them that whenever he visits their states, he will meet them personally. Yes, if we unite as a group, then we can move forward as a great power, he said, emphasising that isolated struggles cannot secure a collective future. He said that the tribal community has always played a significant role in various fields and has produced countless brave men and women, but lamented that the community has been forced to remain divided for far too long. The chief minister reaffirmed his commitment to standing firmly with all indigenous societies and announced that his government will prepare a detailed action plan aimed at building a strong, unified and empowered tribal society. As the challenges ahead grow, he said, unity will be the only shield.
IndiGo meltdown throws KIA into chaos
BENGALURU: Thousands of passengers were stranded at the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) on Friday as Terminal 1, known for its iconic design, descended into chaos, overcrowding and exhaustion, resembling a refugee camp. As 292 IndiGo flights were cancelled and abrupt disruptions continued for the fourth day on Friday, there was little clarity and passengers frustration only grew. Arguments broke out between passengers, airline staff and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel. Fares on other airlines skyrocketed to Rs 1 lakh for routes to Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai. With limited seating available, families and solo travellers stretched out on the floors, some sleeping on jackets, while others leaning against luggage, turning the terminal into a crowded waiting hall. A family enroute to Haridwar for asthi visarjan was stranded, even as the daughter of the deceased held a urn that had the remains of her father. They had no option other than paying exorbitant sums for an alternative ticket. Even as passengers struggled, no food or alternative flight arrangements were made. Hyderabad-bound passenger Jayesh Menon told TNIE that flyers were initially informed about one-hour delays, that repeated multiple times before the flights were cancelled. But even a bigger crisis awaited flyers as many were unable to retrieve their checked-in baggage for four to five hours. People are angry, sad, every emotion you can think of, he added. Several stranded passengers continued waiting for their luggage late into the evening, while others scrambled to find alternative travel arrangements amid disruptions, he added. Airfares surge tenfold on certain routes on Saturday as IndiGo cancels 1,000 flights on Friday RANCHI TO BLURU: A 36-HR ORDEAL What should have taken a routine 2.5-hour journey from Ranchi to Bengaluru turned out to be a 36-hour ordeal for Sanjay Choraria and his wife. They started on Thursday at 7 am to reach the airport early for their 8.50 am IndiGo flight, only to face repeated one-hour delays that stretched endlessly until the airline abruptly cancelled the flight at 4 pm. The only alternative offered was a punishing detour - Ranchi to Kolkata to Chennai to Bengaluru. But a bigger nightmare awaited them on the Kolkata to Chennai with the 9.40 pm departure repeatedly pushed past midnight and to 2.30 am. It finally took off at 4 am after tensions boiled over. In Chennai, passengers were dealt another blow when the final flight to Bengaluru was cancelled. Exhausted and out of options, the couple hired a private cab and reached Bengaluru at 7 pm on Friday. HUBBALLI BRIDE, GROOM ATTEND RECEPTION ONLINE Hubballi: It was a full house at a marriage hall in Hubballi. There were close to 700 guests who arrived to bless the couple for their reception. But there were no bride and groom. They came on live on screen from Bhubaneshwar. Following countrywide delays in air traffic involving Indigo Airlines, the bride and groom could not make it. However, the brides parents were at the venue to complete the rituals. The parents of the bride, Medha, at the last minute decided to host the party and ensured the bride and groom got ready and came online at the marriage hall. Medha and Sangam Das were married on December 23 in Odisha and the reception was scheduled on December 3 in Hubballi. They were to fly to Mumbai on December 2 and then to Hubballi. -- Amit S Upadhye IndiGo pilots and crew say management failures left staff to face public ire amid mass cancellations
Railways add 116 coaches to 37 trains amid flight cancellations
New Delhi: Keeping the widespread flight cancellations in mind amid IndiGo fiasco, a total of 37 trains have been augmented with 116 additional coaches, operating over 114 augmented trips across the country, according to Indian Railways. Southern Railway (SR) has carried out the highest number of augmentations, enhancing capacity in 18 trains. Additional Chair Car Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi To Reintroduce Double Decker Buses, Check Routes And Fares
Double decker buses are set for return to the roads of Delhi, with the government planning to start one such bus from Pradhanmantri Sanghrahalaya to other iconic locations like National War Memorial and Bharat Mandapam.
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari Proposes Lowering Juvenile Age To 14
Delhi BJP MP Manoj Tiwari said he will propose reducing the juvenile age under the Juvenile Justice Act 2015, to 14 for prosecution against heinous crimes. He plans to propose it by introducing a Private Member's bill in the Lok Sabha.
IndiGo cancelled over 1,000 flights, causing widespread travel chaos across India. The government has put new pilot duty time rules on hold and set up a committee to review the disruptions. Passengers faced significant delays, missed competitions, and lost luggage, with normal operations expected to resume between December 10-15.
The area around Anand Vihar was blanketed in a dense layer of toxic smog, with an AQI of 366 in the 'very poor' category. According to CPCB data, Sonia Vihar recorded an AQI of 352, Wazirpur measured 359, while Ghazipur Mandi recorded 366.
Train to LoC: Railways completes survey on Baramulla-Uri line
SRINAGAR: In a step towards extending Kashmirs rail connectivity up to the border town of Uri, close to the Line of Control (LoC), the Railways has completed the survey for 46-km BaramullaUri rail link and prepared a detailed project report (DPR) for the project having strategic importance. The construction of a railway line between Baramulla and Uri will provide all-weather rail connectivity to the border district even during harsh winter. At present, Baramulla is the last railway station in north Kashmir. While responding to a question by BJP MP Sat Pal Sharma, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha about the survey of a new Baramulla-Uri line and DPR. He also said that the survey on doubling of 118-km Banihal-Baramulla rail line has also been completed and DPR prepared. After preparation of DPR, sanctioning of a project requires consultation with stake-holders, including state governments, and necessary approvals from NITI Aayog and finance ministry. Exact timelines of projects depend upon appraisals and approvals by stakeholders, Vaishnaw said. The proposed Baramulla-Uri railway line will include three road under-bridges (RUBs) and nine road over-bridges (ROBs) and will be developed as a new single broad-gauge line, requiring fresh land acquisition, he said. Uri town was in the line of fire of Pakistani troops during the Operation Sindoor launched by the Indian military after the Pahalgam terror attack. The new Baramulla-Uri railway line will pass through key locations like Baramulla, Sheeri, Gantmulla, Boniyar, Limber, Nougram, and Lagama. The railway line to Uri holds strategic importance as Baramulla and Uri house major Army establishments and lie close to the border. Trains to Uri will help in mobility of troops deployed at the LoC and other forward areas of Kashmir. The railway line to Uri will also help trade and business in the border area as traders goods will reach Delhi within 24 hours instead of 10 days now. It will prove to be a game changer for traders, especially fruit growers, a local businessman said. In June, the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link was commissioned.
Russian military hardware, spare parts for Indian military to be manufactured in India
NEW DELHI: Russia agreed to encourage joint manufacturing in India of military hardware and spare parts for maintenance of Russian-origin arms and defence equipment. Ways to bolster overall bilateral defence cooperation figured prominently during summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. It has been a long-standing grievance of []
India-Russia partnership guided by shared commitment to peace: Murmu at banquet hosted for Putin
NEW DELHI: The partnership between India and Russia is guided by a shared commitment to peace, stability and mutual socio-economic and technological advancement, President Droupadi Murmu said on Friday. Murmu was speaking at a banquet hosted for visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here. Welcoming President Putin and his delegation, she said []
Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smog As AQI Remains 'Very Poor' At 333 Across Most Areas
Delhi's AQI plunged to 333, as toxic smog blanketed areas like Ghazipur Mandi and India Gate. Vehicular and industrial emissions remain key pollution sources.
US deports 3155 Indians in under 11 months: Govt tells Parliament
New Delhi: In 2025, as of November 21, as many as 3,155 Indian nationals have been deported from the US, the government informed Parliament on Friday. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh, in a written response to a query, also said all deportations are subject to an unambiguous verification of their Indian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Moscow to boost India sourcing, tariff & regulatory hurdles to ease
NEW DELHI: Russian President Vladimir V Putin confirmed that, to narrow the massive trade deficit with India, Russian businesses will ramp up the supply of Indian goods, and both governments have agreed to work on reducing challenges created by tariff and non-tariff barriers. Meeting in New Delhi on Friday at the 23rd India-Russia Summit, the two countries, along with several delegates from both sides, set an ambitious goal of reaching $100 billion in trade by 2030, or earlier. Given the significant trade deficit of Russia, Russian businesses and companies are ready to manifold increase the supply from India of goods and services, said Putin during his address at the summit. India has repeatedly run into non-tariff hurdleswhether related to certification, payments, or billingwhen exporting to Russia. Over the past five years, Russias exports to India have expanded nearly twelvefold, while Indian exports to Russia have risen by only about 84% in the same period. As a result, Indias trade deficit with Russia has grown almost twenty times, reaching nearly $60 billion in FY 2024-25. To strengthen economic ties, the Russian President assured that, It will only be logical if our approach can integrate a greater supply of Indian products to Russia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi echoed the same view, noting that Indian exporters are ready to send high-quality Indian marine and dairy products to Russia. He also expressed optimism that India and Russia could meet their trade target sooner than planned. Modi reaffirmed that both sides are actively working toward an early conclusion of the Free Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union. The two countries also plan to begin work on several transportation projects, including one using the Northern Sea Route. Modi said the route will help in reducing the transit time and do better cost cutting, and more markets will open for the businesses. He also pushed for a virtual trade corridor to speed up customs clearance, reduce paperwork, and make cargo movement more seamless. At the Russia-India Business Summit, Maxim Oreshkin, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of the Russian Federation, identified six areas where Indian exports can significantly grow: consumer goods, food and agricultural products, generic medicines and pharmaceuticals, telecom equipment, labour services, and machine parts.
DGCA blinks, withdraws weekly rest rule for pilots amid IndiGo outage
NEW DELHI: With over 1,000 IndiGo flights cancelled on Thursday and all 235 domestic departures from Delhi grounded for 24 hours, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Friday announced immediate suspension of aviation regulator DGCAs revised Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) norms to ease crew shortages that resulted in the crisis. Naidu assured that IndiGo services would be fully restored within three days, with schedules stabilising by Saturday. However, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers contradicted the timeline, stating in a video message that normalcy would return only by December 10-15. The airline had earlier informed DGCA that a complete recovery of flying schedules could take until February 1, 2026. Centre orders high-level probe into IndiGo flight chaos, expects restoration of all services in three days After an emergency review meeting with ministry, DGCA, AAI and IndiGo officials, Naidu announced a high-level inquiry into the flight disruption. A four-member DGCA panel comprising Sanjay K Brahmane, DGCA Joint Director General, Amit Gupta, Deputy Director General, Kapil Manglik, Senior Flight Operating Inspector (SFOI) and Lokesh Rampal, FOI, has been asked to submit its report within two weeks. The aviaition regulator accused IndiGo of deficiencies in internal oversight, operational preparedness and compliance planning despite repeated warnings to prepare for the new rostering rules. On Friday too, chaos gripped airports nationwide as irate passengers protested at Delhis IGIA terminals. Similar scenes unfolded in Bengaluru (100+ cancellations) and Hyderabad (90+). Chennai suspended IndiGos domestic operations on Friday.
IndiGo Flights Status Live Updates: Delhi Airport Says IndiGo Operations Returning To Normalcy
IndiGo Flights Live Updates: IndiGo cancelled over 1000 flights on Friday. Ram Mohan Naidu warned of action, assuring passengers accountability after the probe.
IndiGo cancelled flights: Will IndiGo flights be cancelled on Saturday too? With IndiGo plunging into a massive crisis, airline CEO Pieter Elbers has estimated cancellation of less than 1,000 flights on Saturday and has promised restoration of services between December 10 and 15. Meanwhile, Delhi airport today said that IndiGo flight operations are returning to normal.
Red Fort to host Unesco meet on protecting intangible heritage
The Red Fort in New Delhi will host the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage, welcoming over 1,000 delegates. The event aims to showcase India's diverse culture and formally propose Diwali for inclusion in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, following previous successful nominations.
NEW DELHI: India and Russia on Friday unveiled an extensive plan to turbocharge their partnership, doubling down amid Western sanctions, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated that peace in Ukraine must come through dialogue, adding India is on the side of peace. The new agreements and collaborations, spanning energy, shipping, mobility, minerals, pharmaceuticals, and health amount to one of the most ambitious upgrades to the India-Russia relationship in a decade. Both leaders used the summit to reaffirm the historical continuity of their partnership. Over the past eight decades, the world has witnessed numerous ups and downs. Humanity has had to pass through many challenges and crises. And amidst all this, the India-Russia friendship has remained steadfast like a pole star. These relations, rooted in mutual respect and deep trust, have always stood the test of time, Modi said. India and Russia to strengthen defence cooperation, national currency settlements Central to the talks was the launch of the India-Russia Economic Roadmap 2030, a sweeping framework that aims to raise bilateral trade to $100 billion annually. The roadmap outlines plans to set up an Indian pharma manufacturing facility in Russia, initiate joint urea production in India, and create new training programmes for Indian seafarers. It also prioritises enhanced shipbuilding and shipping connectivity, including cooperation on the Northern Sea Route, deeper engagement on critical minerals and global supply-chain security, e-visa access for Russian nationals, and the operationalisation of a full-fledged Indo-Russian mobility pact. Modi said the roadmap reflected their common priority to take the economic partnership to new heights, noting ongoing efforts to conclude a free trade pact between India and the Eurasian Economic Union. The Ukraine conflict featured prominently in the discussions. India has advocated for peace on the Ukraine issue from the very beginning. We welcome all efforts being made for a peaceful and lasting resolution of this matter. India has always been ready to contribute its part and will remain so in the future, Modi said. Putin responded that Moscow is working toward a peaceful settlement and remains in communication with the US on possible mechanisms, thanking Modi for Indias attention and action. Putin pledges 'uninterrupted' fuel supply to India amid US pressure
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations have caused fares on competing airlines to skyrocket, with one-way economy tickets on popular routes now costing upwards of Rs 21,000. Passengers are facing significant price hikes and uncertainty as IndiGo expects to resume normal operations between December 10 and 15, while other carriers grapple with concentrated demand.
The Delhi Airport advisory stated that flight operations are now getting back to normalcy and advised passengers to check the status before leaving home for their flight.
The accused were identified on the basis of videos shot at the spot
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is actively broadening his support base beyond traditional Vokkaliga strongholds, engaging with Ahinda and Lingayat representatives. This strategic outreach coincides with Delhi police issuing a notice seeking his financial details in the National Herald case, a development his aides claim is politically motivated.
'Indigo flight operations steadily resuming': Delhi airport issues advisory after airline's fiasco
IndiGo flight operations are steadily resuming at Delhi Airport after a major disruption that saw over 1,000 flights cancelled. The airline's CEO expects normalcy by December 10-15, while the Civil Aviation Minister cited IndiGo's mismanagement of crew duty regulations as the cause. A one-time exemption from certain pilot duty rules has been granted to stabilize operations.
27-Year-Old Delhi University Law Student Stabbed To Death: Cops
A 27-year-old Delhi University law student was allegedly stabbed to death following a quarrel with his relatives in south Delhi's Sangam Vihar on Friday morning, police said.
On December 6, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 12,994 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,911 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 1,86,900 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
Delhi, Moscow vow to ramp up trade to $100bn by 2030
Delhi weather: Sunny skies, low humidity; AQI remains poor
New Delhi is experiencing a sunny and dry day today, with temperatures reaching a comfortable 25.9C, ideal for outdoor plans. Despite yesterday's severe air quality (AQI 315), clear skies offer some respite. Residents should still consider masks in traffic. The forecast predicts a week of consistent sunshine, promising pleasant conditions for activities, though vigilance on air quality remains crucial.
Getting Back To Normalcy: Delhi Airport Issues Advisory Amid IndiGo Chaos
Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi issued a passenger advisory, assuring that Indigo flight operations are now steadily resuming after the airline fiasco that saw over 1,000 flights cancelled on Friday.
Bad air a direct health emergency, warn 80 Padma awardee doctors
How green is Agra master plan? Architecture school set to study
IndiGo chaos forces govt to put safety rule on hold
In an effort to mitigate the chaos caused by extensive flight cancellations at IndiGo, the government has put a hold on the new pilot duty time regulations. This decision is aimed at bringing back order by December 15th, with passenger comfort as a top priority.
Change in format: DU to offer 1-year PG only for FYUP grads
UP changes tack on Dhanauri, scraps Ramsar plan & proposes biodiversity park
India, Russia explore cooperation on small modular reactors, floating nuclear power plants
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Selection of a site for building a second nuclear power plant with Russian reactors in India and cooperation on small modular reactors figured prominently during summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. The two sides discussed cooperation in the civil nuclear energy domain in the context of ramping up generation of clean energy. Energy security has been a strong and vital pillar of the India-Russia partnership. Our decades-old cooperation [] The post India, Russia explore cooperation on small modular reactors, floating nuclear power plants appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC revives pay discrimination case of Indian employees at Italian embassy
Mobile phone import drops to 0.02 pc of local demand in 2024-25 from 75 pc in 2014-15
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Mobile phone imports in the country have become almost negligible at around 0.02 per cent of domestic demand in 2024-25 from 75 per cent 10 years ago, according to data shared in Parliament on Friday. Minister of State for electronics and IT Jitin Prasada, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, shared that production of electronic goods has increased 6 times to Rs 11.3 lakh crore in 2024-25 from 1.9 lakh crore in 2014-15, [] The post Mobile phone import drops to 0.02 pc of local demand in 2024-25 from 75 pc in 2014-15 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bank of Baroda cut repo-linked interest rate, others to follow suit
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Hours after the RBI slashed key policy rate, state-owned Bank of Baroda announced an interest rate cut on loans linked to repo rate by 25 basis points, a development to be followed by other lenders. Baroda Repo Based Lending Rate (BRLLR) to come down to 7.90 per cent as against the existing 8.15 per cent, Bank of Baroda said in a regulatory filing. The new rate would be effective from December 6, it said. Another state-owned [] The post Bank of Baroda cut repo-linked interest rate, others to follow suit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Russia fertiliser firms ink pact to set up USD 1.2 bn greenfield urea unit
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Indias three fertiliser companies RCF, IPL and NFL on Friday signed an MoU with Russias Uralchem to set up a greenfield urea plant with an estimated investment of USD 1.2 billion, according to sources. The installed annual capacity of the greenfield plant, to be set up in a Russian city, will be 2 million tonnes. The plant is expected to be operational by mid-2028, they said. India, which is a net importer of [] The post India, Russia fertiliser firms ink pact to set up USD 1.2 bn greenfield urea unit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Helplessness is not acceptable: HC pulls up govts on lack of monkey plan
Senthilkumar, Anahat emerge champions in HCL Squash Indian Tour 4 in Chennai
World No. 46 Velavan beat rising Egyptian talent Adam Hawal 11-7, 11-9, 9-11, 11-4. Meanwhile, Delhi teenager Anahat, the world No. 29, edged out former world No. 10 Joshna Chinappa 11-8, 11-13, 11-13, 11-6, 11-8 in the final
Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terror; condemn Pahalgam, Moscow attacks
Unveil measures to broaden trade, economic ties *Gita, Kashmiri Saffron PMs gifts to Russian Prez NEW DELHI, Dec 5:India and Russia on Friday called for an uncompromising global fight against terrorism without hidden agendas and double standards with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that the menace is a direct attack on the values of humanity. At their summit talks, Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam and Moscows Crocus City Hall and [] The post Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terror; condemn Pahalgam, Moscow attacks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Third Time Lucky: No Property Tax Rate Hike And No New Tax
Gang colludes with builders in this Rs 100 crore housing loan fraud in Noida
Putin visit: Traffic lags at some places, but its not all that bad
IndiGo flight chaos: Flyers stranded for hours at IGI Airport; tempers flare, misery mounts
IndiGo flight cancellations at IGI Airport left hundreds of passengers stranded for hours, with many facing significant disruptions to their travel plans. Families were separated, important events missed, and individuals struggled to find alternative arrangements amidst the chaos. The widespread cancellations caused immense distress and inconvenience for travelers.
AQI deteriorates, very poor in Noida and Ghaziabad
A year gone, but Noidas Dalit Prerna Sthal makeover is still incomplete
Chaos at IndiGo check-in counters, passengers seek better info mgmt
Integrate AQI data in med records: Moms in air pollution battle
Standing committee nods being bypassed
Delhi University law student stabbed to death in south Delhi's Sangam Vihar; 2 held
Irshad, a first-year LLB student at Delhi University's Campus Law Centre, had multiple stab injuries, the police said.
Speed limit on Yamuna Expressway set to reduce to 75kmph till Feb 15
SC seeks UP govt affidavit on land transfer for STP
India, Russia unveil roadmap to build robust economic ties
New Delhi ready to contribute for peace in Ukraine: PM Modi New Delhi: India and Russia on Friday unveiled a raft of measures including a five-year roadmap to build a robust economic partnership and address New Delhis concerns over trade deficit even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed to President Vladimir Putin the war in [] The post India, Russia unveil roadmap to build robust economic ties appeared first on The Navhind Times .
India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM
Terrorism an Assault on Humanity; IndiaRussia to intensify counter-terror efforts New Delhi, Dec 5:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday asserted that both the countries are determined to fight terror and its sponsors, and dismantle their ecosystem. During summit-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at New Delhi, PM Modi said [] The post India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM appeared first on Northlines .
DGCA sets up panel to inquire into mess at IndiGo
New Delhi: Aviation watchdog DGCA has set up a four-member committee to carry out a comprehensive review and assessment of the circumstances that led to the massive flight disruptions. The panel members are Joint Director General Sanjay K Bramhane, Deputy Director General Amit Gupta, Senior Flight Operations Inspector Captain Kapil Manglik and Flight Operations Inspector [] The post DGCA sets up panel to inquire into mess at IndiGo appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Greater Noida set to get new 12MLD STP in Techzone to tackle sewage overflow
6,385 startups closed till October: Ministry
As of October 31, 2025, 6,385 recognized startups have been dissolved. Maharashtra leads with 1,200 closures, followed by Karnataka and Delhi. The government has not seen an increase in startup closures. Factors like business model viability and market demand influence these closures. Significant funds have been committed and disbursed to Alternative Investment Funds and incubators.
Ghaziabad mother throws away stillborn from terrace
Accountant working for a Noida company held for Rs 11cr fake GST invoice scam
USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister
Survey for BaramullaUri line complete; DPR prepared to boost Kashmirs rail connectivity New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said that the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project generated more than 5 crore man-days of employment. While addressing the Rajya Sabha Vaishnaw said the USBRL project significantly boosted connectivity and economic activity [] The post USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
J&K sees highest POCSO case disposal in 5 years: Centre
New Delhi, Dec 5:Jammu and Kashmir has registered 42 Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) cases in 2025 out of which 23 cases were disposed of during the same yearmarking the highest disposal count in the last five years, officials said on Friday. The official figures shared by the Union Ministry of Law and [] The post J&K sees highest POCSO case disposal in 5 years: Centre appeared first on Northlines .
J&K gets new 379 MBBS, 118 PG seats for 2025-26
New Delhi, Dec 5:The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed that the National Medical Commission (NMC) Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir has been allotted one new medical college along with 379 MBBS seats and 118 postgraduate seats for the academic session 202526. As per official figures submitted in the Lok Sabha, the ministry [] The post J&K gets new 379 MBBS, 118 PG seats for 2025-26 appeared first on Northlines .
Ghaziabad transformers get safety tools for overloading
