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AgustaWestland VVIP Chopper Scam: Delhi Court Orders Release of Christian James Michel
He will remain in jail as he is accused in a separate corruption case filed by the CBI in the matter
Delhi air on verge of severe; AQI at 398 as thick haze shrouds capital
With the sun largely obscured by clouds and suspended pollutants, visibility was greatly reduced
Delhi horror: Lover stabs woman over abortion dispute; accused locked house, fled
A 35-year-old woman was stabbed several times by her lover in Delhis Uttam Nagar area after a dispute over her forced abortion. The accused, a married security guard, allegedly attacked her at her rented home, locked the house from outside, and fled. The woman was rushed to hospital with serious neck injuries, while police arrested the accused and sent him to judicial custody.
Ahead of global icon AR Rahman's musical event scheduled on Saturday at the Main Arena Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, the Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory, announcing restrictions and possible diversions near the venue to avoid road traffic disruptions.
60 FIRs for child pornography registered in 2025 based on 1,197 leads from Delhi Police special unit
This marks a nearly 56% decline compared to 2024, when 136 FIRs were registered based on 1,809 leads forwarded to district units, the data suggests
Global power shifts make US engagement and China management tougher for India: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Saturday that Indias task of engaging the United States and managing relations with China has become significantly more complicated, reflecting the deeper churn under way in the global political and economic order. His remarks underline how Indias foreign policy environment is being reshaped by shifting power balances, sharper geopolitical rivalries and a weakening of the assumptions that governed international relations for much of the postCold War period. According to reports, Jaishankar noted that dealing with the US today involves a different set of expectations and uncertainties than in the past. Washington is no longer acting primarily as the anchor of a predictable, rules-based global system. Instead, it is increasingly transactional, more focused on bilateral outcomes and domestic political considerations, and less inclined to underwrite global stability at its own cost. For India, this makes engagement with the US more layered. While strategic cooperation in areas such as defence, technology, critical supply chains and the Indo-Pacific continues to deepen, trade frictions, tariff issues and policy unpredictability complicate the relationship. Political calculations in Washington now have a direct bearing on economic decisions, making it harder for partners like India to plan on the basis of long-term continuity. At the same time, Jaishankars reference to managing China points to a challenge that is both structural and immediate. Indias relationship with China is shaped by an unresolved boundary dispute, periodic military tensions along the Line of Actual Control and a broader strategic rivalry in Asia. Even as both sides seek to prevent escalation and maintain a degree of stability, trust remains fragile. Chinas growing economic weight, technological ambitions and assertive regional posture add further complexity. For India, managing China is not only about border management but also about reducing vulnerabilities in trade and supply chains, responding to Beijings influence in South Asia and the Indian Ocean, and navigating competition without closing the door on limited cooperation where interests overlap. Jaishankars comments also reflect a broader assessment that the world is moving towards a phase of fragmented power and fluid alignments. No single country is able to dominate global outcomes, and traditional alliances are giving way to issue-based coalitions that shift with circumstances. This environment places a premium on diplomatic agility. India, in his framing, must engage multiple major powers simultaneously, even when those powers are at odds with each other. This makes policy choices more complex, as actions taken to strengthen one relationship can have ripple effects on others. The complications are not confined to the US and China alone. The war in Ukraine and its aftermath have made Indias engagement with Russia more sensitive, as New Delhi faces pressure from Western partners while seeking to preserve a long-standing strategic relationship. Europe, meanwhile, is emerging as an important but still evolving partner, grappling with its own economic and security challenges. Together, these dynamics reinforce the reality that Indias foreign policy choices are being made in an environment of heightened uncertainty and competing expectations. From an analytical perspective, Jaishankars remarks highlight Indias continued commitment to strategic autonomy, but also the growing difficulty of practising it. Strategic autonomy today does not mean equidistance or detachment; it means constant calibration. India must extract benefits from closer ties with the US without being drawn into confrontational blocs, manage competition with China without normalising instability on the border, and maintain diversified partnerships to avoid overdependence on any single power. The ministers assessment suggests that India sees the current global transition not as a temporary disruption but as a longer-term shift. Engaging major powers will require more negotiation, greater resilience and sharper prioritisation of national interests. In this more complicated world, Indias diplomacy is likely to become increasingly pragmatic, flexible and interest-driven, reflecting the realities of a multipolar and contested international system.
T20 WC 2026: 'Dropping Gill And Jitesh Sharma, I Didnt See It Coming', Says Dinesh Karthik
New Zealand T20I: Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik was shocked after the exclusion of India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill from the T20 World Cup 2026 and the New Zealand T20I series. Along with Gill, Karthik also expressed his disappointment at the removal of Jitesh Sharma from the squad. The squad was announced by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, captain Suryakumar Yadav and chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Saturday, and Axar Patel was named as the vice-captain. Ishan Kishan makes a remarkable comeback after showcasing explosive form while leading Jharkhand to victory in the recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Rinku Singh also returns to the T20I squad after missing out on the 3-1 series win in South Africa. Karthik admitted surprise at Shubman Gills exclusion and expressed disappointment over Jitesh Sharma missing out, terming both as shocking omissions from the squad. The big news of the day: India World Cup T20 squad is announced and guess what? Shubman Gill, the current vice captain of the T20 team, incumbent opener has been dropped. Not just from the XI but from the squad. They wanted to bring in an extra opener and they brought in Ishan Kishan and dropped Jitesh Sharma as well. And instead of Jitesh Sharma, its gonna be Rinku Singh. That is huge news. Dropping Shubman Gill and Jitesh Sharma. I didnt see it coming. Just tells you theres a little bit of clarity lacking. They have backed Shubman Gill for so long and come the day they pick the squad, they have let him go, Karthik said on Instagram. Karthik believes India head into the upcoming T20 World Cup with a formidable squad on paper, built around match-winners across all skillsets. Karthik said India possess the best opener in Abhishek Sharma, the best spinner in Varun Chakaravarthy, the worlds premier allrounder in Hardik Pandya and arguably the best fast bowler ever in Jasprit Bumrah, which ensures a strong playing XI even before final combinations are decided. However, he pointed out a couple of potential vulnerabilities, highlighting that for the first time India will go into a T20 World Cup without the experience of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, while also flagging concerns over Suryakumar Yadavs recent form, though he backed him to turn it into a strength once he regains touch. Karthik believes India head into the upcoming T20 World Cup with a formidable squad on paper, built around match-winners across all skillsets. Karthik said India possess the best opener in Abhishek Sharma, the best spinner in Varun Chakaravarthy, the worlds premier allrounder in Hardik Pandya and arguably the best fast bowler ever in Jasprit Bumrah, which ensures a strong playing XI even before final combinations are decided. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India's T20 World Cup campaign will start on February 7 at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium against the United States. After that, on February 12, they will head to New Delhi to play Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The big match versus Pakistan at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15 would come next. On February 18, India will play the Netherlands at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to conclude their group round. Article Source: IANS
SCBA seeks apology from Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over attempt to pull down woman doctors hijab
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) on Monday expressed its strongest condemnation of the actions of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for attempting to forcibly pull down the hijab of a woman doctor during a public ceremony held in Patna on December 15, 2025. In a statement, the President and Executive Committee of the SCBA described the incident as a grave infringement of a womans personal dignity and autonomy. The association said the alleged act, carried out by a person holding a constitutional office, was deeply disturbing and unacceptable. The SCBA also condemned the remarks made by Union Minister Giriraj Singh and Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad in connection with the incident, stating that such comments were derogatory and undermined the dignity of women. It is shocking that a person holding such a high office should attempt to demean the dignity and autonomy of the woman and tried to pull down her head scarf. Besides infringing her autonomy, agency and religious freedom of the young doctor, it is reflection of the depraving attitude against women in general. It is an affront to the principles of equality and non-discrimination enshrined in the Constitution of India, the SCBA said. The association demanded an unconditional apology from those involved and reiterated its commitment to upholding constitutional values. We reaffirm our commitment to the protection of individual rights and the rule of law, the SCBA further said.
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar stated that the Congress high command has communicated a message regarding power-sharing to him and CM Siddaramaiah. Both leaders will travel to Delhi together when summoned. This follows CM Siddaramaiah's earlier dismissal of any power-sharing deal, asserting his tenure depends on the high command's wishes.
Fresh PIL in SC seeks law on menstrual pain leave for women
NEW DELHI: A fresh Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking directions to the Union of India, States and Union Territories to frame laws or policies recognising the problems faced by women during menstrual pain and to provide necessary relief, including the grant of leave, in consonance with Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution. The PIL has been filed by lawyer Shailendra Mani Tripathi, who has urged the apex court to intervene and address what he described as a legislative and policy vacuum affecting working women and female students. Issue directions to fill in the lacunae that exists regarding grant of relief in the nature of leave etc, to the working women & female students under exercise of power under Article 32 read with Articles 14, 21 and Articles 141 and 142 of the Indian Constitution, the PIL said. Tripathi highlighted in his plea that several private Indian companies have already introduced paid menstrual leave for their female employees. These include Ivipanan, Zomato, Byjus, Swiggy, Mathrubhumi, Magzter, Industry ARC, FlyMyBiz and Gozoop. He also pointed out that the Kerala government has granted menstrual leave to students in State universities, allowing them up to 60 days in a year. The prestigious institutions like NLIU Bhopal and MNLU Aurangabad have implemented menstrual leave policies. Punjab University has also approved and granted menstrual leave to the students, Tripathi said in the PIL. The petitioner further submitted that the menstrual status of a woman is a personal matter intrinsic to her privacy and must be treated with dignity and without discrimination. He argued that this requires the State to introduce measures that provide appropriate relief to women during menstrual pain so that they are able to cope with the suffering and protect their personal rights with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution. The petition, filed under Article 32 of the Constitution, sought directions to all States to frame a policy for menstrual pain leave for female students and working women under the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961. Earlier, Tripathi had filed a similar plea before the Supreme Court seeking directions on the issue. However, the court had asked him to approach the Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD), which could take an appropriate decision in the matter. After complying with the courts order, Tripathi submitted a representation to the WCD but did not receive any relief, following which he approached the Supreme Court again seeking redressal of his prayers. The petitioner has sought directions that during the menstrual period, if a woman suffers pain or other physical discomfort that makes it difficult for her to continue with her normal activities at the workplace, her request for leave or other suitable relief should be considered without discrimination, subject to reasonable and dignified conditions, keeping in mind that the issue concerns womens privacy. He also stressed that India has signed and ratified the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), which recognises the need for non-discriminatory practices and for treating women with dignity. Spain has recently enacted a law to introduce menstrual leave, thereby addressing the problem of menstrual pain. Vietnam has also enacted and implemented menstrual leave policies. Countries like the United Kingdom, Wales, China, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, South Korea and Zambia have different policies or laws on the grant of menstrual leave, he added in his PIL.
Indian cyber agency flags WhatsApp hijack
New Delhi: Indian cyber security agency CERT-In has flagged a vulnerability in the WhatsApp device-linking feature that enables attackers to take complete control of an account, including access to real-time messages, photos, and videos on the web version. The agency named the issue GhostPairing on Friday in an advisory that has been accessed by PTI. 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 .
6 Elephants killed after collision with DN SairangNew Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam, CPRO briefs
Happy For My Thambi Sanju: Ashwin Reacts To Indias T20 WC Squad
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin expressed delight at Indias T20 World Cup 2026 squad, stating that the team was ready for its itle defence. He said he was happy for his brother, Sanju Samson, and lauded Ishan Kishans selection, who has made a comeback to international cricket. In a surprising move, defending champions India have excluded Shubman Gill from their squad for next years T20 World Cup and the upcoming T20Is against New Zealand. As announced by BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, captain Suryakumar Yadav, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, and vice-captain Axar Patel, this squad highlights notable changes. Besides Gill, wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma is also omitted, as Ishan Kishan makes a remarkable comeback after showcasing explosive form while leading Jharkhand to victory in the recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Rinku Singh also returns to the T20I squad after missing out on the 3-1 series win in South Africa. Title defence loading. Superb squad. Great to see Rinku back and happy for my thambi Sanju, who will now rightfully open alongside Abhishek. Adipoli Chetta! Huge applause for Ishan, who showed his hunger by grinding hard in the domestic circuit, Ashwin wrote on X. The 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, taking place from February 7 to March 8, will feature 40 group matches, all scheduled to be played by February 20. The top two teams from each of the four groups will move on to the Super Eights, beginning on February 21. India and Sri Lanka are hosting the Mens T20 World Cup for the second time. Sri Lanka previously hosted in 2012, while India last held the event in 2016. After finishing a three-match ODI series, India will play five T20Is against New Zealand starting on January 21 in Nagpur, with matches also scheduled in Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram. In the Mens T20 World Cup, defending champions India are in Group A with Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, and Namibia. India kicks off its tournament against the USA at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 7, followed by a match against Namibia at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on February 12. India and Sri Lanka are hosting the Mens T20 World Cup for the second time. Sri Lanka previously hosted in 2012, while India last held the event in 2016. After finishing a three-match ODI series, India will play five T20Is against New Zealand starting on January 21 in Nagpur, with matches also scheduled in Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India squad: Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Washington Sundar and Ishan Kishan. Article Source: IANS
Delhi HC tells petitioner to approach SC on BS-IV vehicle ban
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Saturday asked a petitioner to approach the Supreme Court with her plea seeking removal of a ban on BS IV norms private vehicles, registered outside the national capital, from entering the city. Justice Sachin Datta noted that the apex court has passed elaborate orders on similar issues relating 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 .
Pilot Suspended Over Alleged Assault on Passenger at Airport
SRINAGAR: An Air India Express pilot has been suspended following allegations that he assaulted a passenger during a security check at Delhi Airport, according to an NDTV report. The incident occurred on Friday at Terminal 1, where a SpiceJet passenger, Ankit Dewan, claimed he was physically attacked after questioning staff members for cutting the queue. []
Delhi Police arrests two brothers with 1 kg charas, THC, OG
Two brothers were arrested by Delhi Police from west Delhis Janakpuri area with over 1 kg of charas along with THC and OG, officials said. Based on a tip-off about the movement of drug peddlers in the area, police laid a trap on the Tihar Jail Road
Modi Govt Bulldozed MGNREGA, Says Sonia Gandhi, Vows Fight Against New Black Law
New Delhi, Dec 20: Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Saturday accused the Modi government of bulldozing the MGNREGA, and asserted that the black law that seeks to repeal it will be defied by the lakhs of party workers across the country. In a video message, she said that by weakening MGNREGA, the Modi government had attacked the interests of crores of farmers, labourers, and landless across the country. She alleged that over the past 11 years, the Centre [] The post Modi Govt Bulldozed MGNREGA, Says Sonia Gandhi, Vows Fight Against New Black Law appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Traffic Police has announced restrictions and diversions around Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium for A. R. Rahman's concert on December 20. Commuters are advised to avoid IP Marg and Vikas Marg due to anticipated congestion from noon to 11 pm. Limited parking is available for vehicles with valid labels.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has opened online registrations for 714 Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) positions in 2025. Applications are being accepted until January 15, 2026, for candidates who have passed Class 10 and meet age criteria. The selection process involves a written exam, document verification, and a medical examination.
BJP-led Centre 'bulldozed' MGNREGA, says Sonia Gandhi; vows to fight against 'black law'
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Saturday criticised the VBG Ram G Bill , which was passed by the Parliament recently, replacing the decades-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), despite strong protests from the Opposition. In a video message posted on Congress's X handle, the Rajya Sabha MP stated that the BJP-led Centre has run a ulldozer over the MGNREGA, by removing Mahatma Gandhi's name and making significant changes arbitrarily. ...it is a matter of great regret that just recently, the government ran a bulldozer over MGNREGA. Not only was Mahatma Gandhi's name removed, but the form and structure of MGNREGA was changed arbitrarily --without any deliberation, without consulting anyone, without taking the opposition into confidence, Sonia Gandhi said. Now, who gets how much employment, where, and in what manner will be decided by the government sitting in Delhi, far removed from ground realities, she added. .. , 20 . , , , , pic.twitter.com/mjH4CfYRVe Congress (@INCIndia) December 20, 2025 The Centre introduced and passed the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VBG Ram G Bill) in the Parliament last week, despite relentless protests by the Opposition. The Bill made significant changes to MGNREGA by increasing the funding burden on states to 40 per cent and the guaranteed wage employment for rural households from 100 days to 125 days in a financial year. Recalling the passing of MGNREGA during the Manmohan Singh regime, Sonia Gandhi said it was a revolutionary step that helped crores of poor families by bringing a halt to migration and empowering gram panchayats. I still remember vividly, 20 years ago when Dr. Manmohan Singh ji was the Prime Minister, the MGNREGA Act was passed in Parliament by consensus. It was such a revolutionary step, the benefits of which reached crores of rural families. Especially, it became a means of livelihood for the deprived, exploited, poor, and the poorest of the poor, she said. Migration in search of employmentleaving behind one's soil, one's village, one's home and familycame to a halt. A legal right to employment was provided, and along with it, gram panchayats were empowered, she added. The veteran politician also said that through MGNREGA, a concrete step was taken toward realising the dream of an India based on Mahatma Gandhi's vision of Gram Swaraj. She alleged that for the past decade, the BJP-led government at the Centre had made multiple attempts to weaken the scheme. In the last 11 years, the Modi government has ignored the interests of the unemployed, the poor, and the deprived in rural areas, making every effort to weaken MGNREGA, even though during the COVID times, it proved to be a lifeline for the poor, she said. She reiterated that the Congress had a major role in bringing and implementing MGNREGA, while also stressing that it was ever a party-specific matter. It was a scheme connected to the national interest and the people's interest. By weakening this law, the Modi government has attacked the interests of crores of farmers, laborers, and landless poor in the rural sector across the country, she said. The Congress leader asserted that she remained committed to fighting against the lack law. We are all ready to counter this attack. Twenty years ago, I too fought to secure the right to employment for our poor brothers and sisters; today, I remain committed to fighting against this black law. All Congress leaders like me and lakhs of workers stand with you, she said. G RAM G bill: Opposition's protest march in Parliament complex, Kharge vows to take fight to streets
Traffic Curbs, Diversions in Place for AR Rahman Concert in Delhi
According to an advisory, the concert will take place at the Main Arena (Gym) of the stadium from 6 pm to 10 pm, during which traffic movement in surrounding areas will remain regulated and may be diverted as per public convenience and security reasons.
RBI has allowed compounding of FEMA case against Genpact India: ED
New Delhi, Dec 20: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday said the RBI had issued a compounding order for Genpact India, against a one-time payment, resulting in termination of a FEMA against the technology major. The agency had filed a complaint against the company in October 2018 for alleged contravention of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) to the tune of about Rs 26 crore. It issued a show cause notice to the firm and its directors in the same month [] The post RBI has allowed compounding of FEMA case against Genpact India: ED appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Dec 20: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh, today said that weight reducing or anti-obesity drugs, currently available, ought to be used very judiciously. The Minister, who is himself a noted Diabetologist and Professor of Medicine, said that obesity is a complex, chronic and relapsing disorder, and not merely a cosmetic or lifestyle concern, calling for a whole-of-society [] The post Dr Jitendra Inaugurates International Obesity Conference, Emphasises Judicious Use Of Weight Reducing Drugs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'Both Of Us Will Go': DK Shivakumar On Meeting Party's High Command In Delhi Amid Power Tussle
Shivakumars remarks came a day after Siddaramaiah asserted in the Assembly that he would continue as chief minister.
Assam: Seven elephants killed, calf injured in collision with Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
The Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants, resulting in the derailment of the locomotive and five coaches.
CM Omar Rejects Double Standards on Jammu Kashmir Statehood
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said he maintains the same political position in both Delhi and Kashmir, asserting that he acknowledges the Centres support where it exists and speaks candidly where it has fallen short, particularly on the issue of restoration of statehood. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Omar rejected []
Parliamentary panel flags violations, calls for rigorous implementation of Land Acquisition Act
NEW DELHI: A Parliamentary panel has called for the rigorous implementation of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (LARR Act), particularly in the Scheduled Areas, and raised concerns over violations of the Act's provisions. In a report tabled in Parliament this week, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, chaired by Congress MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka, expressed concern that despite the existence of statutory provisions, there continues to be violations in practice, such as undervaluation of land, particularly in the Scheduled Areas, where market transactions are restricted. Scheduled Areas refer to regions with a large tribal population, designated under the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution, granting special governance for tribal welfare. The report also expressed concern over 'delayed or superficial Gram Sabha consultations without proper documentation or availability of materials in the local language, exclusion of women and vulnerable groups from the consultation process, and mechanical issuance of compliance certificates without genuine engagement with the affected communities'. The report, which was tabled in Parliament on December 18, pointed out the important role of Gram Sabhas in the LARR Act, and said there are growing incidents where the consent of the Gram Sabha is obtained on paper just as a formality, without actually involving the majority of the population being affected by the respective projects. The report said the committee has been informed about many instances where forest land is being acquired in violation of the provisions of the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, adding that a linkage between the LARR Act and the FRA is essential to safeguard forest communities' right to land and resources. The panel said that in some cases, social impact assessment (SIA) and environment impact assessment (EIA) are being carried out just as a formality, with the reports favouring the acquisitions. It also said that while the Act says land value must be worked out fairly, in some instances, the circle rates are old or set low, so the base value is weak. Distress sale deeds drag prices down... There are very few proper sale deeds, so the 'market value' does not reflect the real worth, it said. Besides, common resources that keep the tribal families alive --grazing land, community forest resource areas, sacred groves, water sources, shifting cultivation patches, paths to collect bamboo, honey, fuelwood, fodder, medicinal plants, wild foods, etc-- are left out, it said. The panel also questioned the functioning of the National Monitoring Committee (NMC), and said its periodic review of projects, such as the Ken-Betwa Link and Polavaram, has not been able to quell the discontent among the settlers. It expressed serious concern that despite such institutional mechanisms, there has been no significant reduction in grievances relating to land acquisition, compensation, rehabilitation and resettlement, especially in the context of large-scale inter-basin river linking projects. These projects, including the Ken-Betwa, involve diversion of water across ecological and social boundaries, requiring acquisition or diversion of forest land, riverine habitats, floodplains, and community resources, the panel said. It pointed out deficiencies such as segment-by-segment acquisition without a single basin-wide cumulative social, hydrological and ecological assessment, late consultation with the Gram Sabhas and without full documentation. In Lakshadweep, it said, there are instances where proposals have proceeded on the claim that because the foreshore reef flat beach or lagoon edge is government land, its taking or enclosure does not amount to acquisition affecting people. The committee said it disagrees with this view, and the Act expressly protects livelihood dependents on government and common land. It also called for the recognition of livelihood users in Greater Nicobar. All people whose primary livelihood depends on Great Nicobar's forests, coasts, creeks, beaches, reef flats and common paths are treated as 'affected families' under Section 3(c) of the Act even where the land is recorded as government or forest land, it said. The report quoted a non-official witness, who said forested lands reserved for the Shompen (PVTG) and Nicobarese (ST) communities are being de-notified for commercial use under the 'Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island' project. Civil society groups the panel met during a field visit to Sri Vijay Puram said over 131 sq km of forest land and 84 sq km of the tribal reserve will be destroyed, severely impacting the indigenous Shompen (PVTG) and Nicobarese (ST) communities. Submissions by experts in Odisha said arbitrary processes have been adopted by the district administrations of Rayagada and Kalahandi for land acquisition for the Sijimali bauxite mines, including diversion of forestlands, village common lands, and holding fake Gram Sabhas.
Delhi-based nutritionist Lovneet Batra highlights that all salts are not nutritionally equal, explaining how salt choice can affect thyroid health, digestion, hydration and mineral balance. In an Instagram post, she outlines the roles of iodised table salt, Himalayan pink salt, kala namak and sea salt, noting their benefits and limitations. Batra urges a personalised approach, advising consumers to select salts based on individual health needs rather than trends alone.
Augusta Westland deal: Christian Michel released in money laundering case; remains in CBI custody
A Delhi court on Saturday ordered the release of Christian Michel James from custody in the Augusta Westland money laundering case, as he has served the maximum statutory sentence. While released from the PMLA case, Michel will remain in custody for the related CBI case.
Eggs safe for consumption, cancer risk claims unfounded: FSSAI
NEW DELHI, Dec 20: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has categorically dismissed recent claims linking eggs to cancer risk, terming them misleading, scientifically unsupported and capable of creating unnecessary public alarm. In a statement issued on Saturday, the food safety regulator clarified that eggs available in the country are safe for human consumption and that reports alleging the presence of carcinogenic substances in eggs lack a scientific basis. The clarification comes in response to media [] The post Eggs safe for consumption, cancer risk claims unfounded: FSSAI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Budget 2026-27: Government invites public suggestions
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman has completed multiple rounds of Pre-Budget Consultations in New Delhi as part of the preparations for the forthcoming Union Budget 2026-27.
SBI to revisit policy on construction finance for housing projects, says chairman
NEW DELHI, Dec 19:State Bank of India (SBI) Chairman C S Setty on Saturday said that the bank will reassess its policy on construction finance for residential real estate, but stressed that accountability and transparency will be key factors in determining interest rates for such loans. At present, the bank has almost negligible presence in construction finance for housing projects, but it is slowly building a book on commercial real estate, especially office space. So how do we work [] The post SBI to revisit policy on construction finance for housing projects, says chairman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NIA, SIA Raid Cleric's Room in J&K in Connection with Delhi Red Fort Blast
Sleuths of NIASIA raided the rented room of cleric Irfan Ahmed Wagay in Jammu and Kashmir as part of the investigation into the Delhi Red Fort blast. The search comes amid intensified nationwide operations, including the arrest of the ninth accused, Yasir Ahmad Dar, as investigators work to dismantle the entire terror network behind the attack.
Tobacco firm KT&G files case against 14 illegal operators
KT&G, the maker of ESSE cigarettes, has filed a lawsuit in Delhi High Court. This action follows raids on 14 wholesalers in Delhi NCR. The company is cracking down on counterfeit ESSE cigarettes. This move aims to protect consumers and market integrity. More enforcement actions are planned nationwide.
Delhi scam: Two arrested for fake ASI website, lured aspirants with govt jobs; hundreds duped
Delhi Police arrested two individuals for operating a fake Archaeological Survey of India website, defrauding job seekers with fabricated vacancies. The accused, a law student and a computer science graduate, meticulously designed the portal to mimic the official ASI site, luring hundreds of applicants with promises of secure government jobs.
Shah Rukh Khans son Aryan Khan wins big, makes his parents proud
Mumbai: Aryan Khan marked a major milestone in his career by winning his first award for his debut web series The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The young filmmaker was honoured with the Best Debutant Director of the Year title at the NDTV Indian of the Year event in New Delhi A speech that won hearts While 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 .
Man bloodied after being assaulted by Air India pilot at Delhi airport
Delhi: An Air India pilot allegedly attacked a passenger, leaving him bloodied after he used the staff-only security checkpoint with a 4-month-old daughter. According to the X post shared by Ankit Dewan, Captain Virender Sejwal had assaulted him near Terminal 1 of the airport and even called him an unpadh (uneducated), for using the security 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 .
India Announces T20 World Cup 2026 Squad: Gill Excluded, Axar Patel as Vice-Captain
New Delhi, Dec 20: Shubman Gill has been left out of Indias T20 World Cup 2026 squad, with his recent T20I form influencing the decision, officials and sources said. The India Test captain has gone 18 T20I innings without a half-century, a drought that has cast doubts over his impact in the shortest format. Gills [] The post India Announces T20 World Cup 2026 Squad: Gill Excluded, Axar Patel as Vice-Captain appeared first on Northlines .
Gill Axed, Axar Named Vice-captain; Ishan Returns As India Name T20 WC Squad
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: In a surprising development, defending champions India have left out Shubman Gill from its squad for next years T20 World Cup and T20Is against New Zealand. In the squad announced by BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, captain Suryakumar Yadav and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, Axar Patel has been named as the vice-captain. Apart from Gill, wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma misses out as Ishan Kishan makes a stunning return to the team, following his explosive form leading Jharkhand to a recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy win. Meanwhie, Rinku Singh also makes his return to the T20I team after missing out on the 3-1 series win in South Africa. We are looking at combinations. Our thought was to have another keeper. Gill is a quality player, unfortunate to miss out, but it is the combination we want. Ishan bats at the top, he has been in good form, and played before for India. He wasn't there because Jurel and Pant were ahead. Sanju is at the top. Ishan at the top. That is the combination we are looking at right now. We felt he is the best back up keeper at this point, said Agarkar. The 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, to be held from February 7 to March 8, will have 40 group matches scheduled to be played till February 20. Top two teams from each of the four groups will advance to the Super Eights starting on February 21. India and Sri Lanka are hosting the Mens T20 World Cup for the second time. Sri Lanka were the hosts of the 2012 edition, while India last hosted the competition in 2016. After the completion of the three-match ODI series, India will play five T20Is against New Zealand, starting on January 21 in Nagpur, followed by games in Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam and Thiruvananthapuram. In the Mens T20 World Cup, defending champions India have been placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, USA, Netherlands and Namibia. The Men in Blue will be aiming to become the first team to successfully defend the Mens T20 World Cup title, the first team to win the T20 World Cup on home soil, and the first team to clinch the T20 world title for a third time. India will open its Cup campaign against USA at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 7, before facing Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on February 12. In the Mens T20 World Cup, defending champions India have been placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, USA, Netherlands and Namibia. The Men in Blue will be aiming to become the first team to successfully defend the Mens T20 World Cup title, the first team to win the T20 World Cup on home soil, and the first team to clinch the T20 world title for a third time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India squad: Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Washington Sundar and Ishan Kishan. Article Source: IANS
ED Questions Jai Anmol Ambani for 2nd Day in Money Laundering Probe
New Delhi, Dec 19: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for the second consecutive day in a money laundering case linked to an alleged bank loan fraud, officials said. The 34-year-olds statement was recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) for the first time [] The post ED Questions Jai Anmol Ambani for 2nd Day in Money Laundering Probe appeared first on Northlines .
ED questions Anil Ambani's son for second straight day in money laundering case
NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for the second consecutive day in a money laundering case linked to an alleged bank loan fraud, officials said. The statements of 34-year-old Anmol Ambai were recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) for the first time on Friday, and the session is continuing on Saturday, they said. The Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group did not respond to the development. The ED probe is related to Yes Bank, which, according to the officials, had an exposure of about Rs 6,000 crore in the Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group as of March 31, 2017, which doubled to Rs 13,000 crore within a year. The companies involved included Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL) and Reliance Commercial Finance Limited (RCFL). A large portion of these investments turned into non-performing investments (NPIs) and the bank, subsequently, suffered a loss of Rs 3,300 crore from these dealings, the agency alleged. Anil Ambani, too, has been questioned by the ED in an alleged bank loan fraud case against the Reliance Group companies.
Mayawati flags Bihar 'naqab' row; says CM Nitish should express regret, end controversy
LUCKNOW: Wading into the Nitish Kumar 'naqab' controversy, BSP supremo Mayawati on Saturday raised concerns over the Bihar chief minister recently pulling off the veil from a woman doctor's face , saying the JD-U chief should express regret and make effort to end the itterly growing controversy. The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also flagged concerns over a controversial police parade incident in Bahraich, which she described as a failure of legislative sessions in the state and Parliament. In a long Hindi post on X, Mayawati said the 'naqqab' controversy was sad and unfortunate, which continued to escalate due to some statements made by ministers subsequently. The incident, a video clip of which has been circulated widely, took place on Monday at the chief minister's secretariat in Patna, where Ayush doctors gathered to receive their letters of appointment. When the woman came up for her letter, Kumar saw her 'naqab', said what is this and then removed the veil, prompting the opposition parties to demand an unconditional apology from the chief minister. Mayawati said the matter, which is linked to women's safety and dignity, should have been resolved through the chief minister's direct intervention. It would be better if the chief minister views the incident in the right perspective, expresses regret and makes an effort to end this bitterly growing controversy, she said. Referring to Uttar Pradesh, Mayawati said the Bahraich district police, drawing criticism for deviating from the established rules by offering a salute to a religious preacher during a police parade, triggered a major controversy, putting the state government in the dock. Police parades and salutes have their own traditions, discipline and sanctity, which should not be tampered with, she said, adding that it was a positive step that the state's police chief sought an explanation from the district police chief. People are now waiting for action, she said, urging the state government to take the matter seriously to prevent a recurrence. Mayawati also criticised the rief Winter Session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, which began on December 19, saying it had, like previous sessions, been confined to debates between the ruling party and the opposition instead of focusing on issues of public interest and welfare. She said the government should have responded more seriously to matters such as fertiliser shortages faced by the farmers and other public welfare concerns. The BSP chief also took a swipe at the Winter Session of Parliament, which concluded on Friday, alleging that it ended without any meaningful discussions on the pressing national issues, including the severe air pollution in Delhi. The entire country was hoping for deliberations on the burning national problems that could have offered some ray of hope but that did not happen, which is unfortunate, she said. Mayawati also expressed concern over the rapidly deteriorating situation in Bangladesh and what she termed a rise in anti-India activities, similar to Nepal. She urged the Centre to take cognisance of the developments and respond with a long-term policy approach. Bangladesh has been on the boil this week after the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent youth leader of the July Uprising of 2024, sparking violent protests and arson in the neighbouring country. 'She can go to hell': BJP Minister Giriraj Singh defends Nitish Kumar over hijab removal incident involving Muslim doctor
Courts will lean toward animals who are silent victims of commercial ventures: SC
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has observed that courts will always lean in favour of animals, who suffer silently when their migration paths are blocked by humans and commercial ventures. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi deferred the hearing on a batch of petitions filed by 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 .
Ankur Warikoo shared how a series of unexpected events, including a missed IIT admission and a change in his bus route, led him to meet his wife, Ruchi, at Delhi University. Their initial encounter on a bus, followed by a year of observation and another year of friendship, eventually blossomed into a relationship.
Companies cannot ignore environment under CSR, rules Supreme Court
NEW DELHI: In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has said that corporate social responsibility cannot be separated from corporate environmental responsibility and companies cannot claim to be socially responsible while ignoring equal claims of the environment and other beings of the ecosystem. A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and AS Chandurkar passed a slew of directions to protect the Great Indian Bustard, a species which is on the verge of extinction and faces threat from the operation of non-renewable power generators in Rajasthan and Gujarat. Therefore, the corporate definition of 'social responsibility' must inherently include environmental responsibility. Companies cannot assert to be socially responsible while ignoring equal claims of the environment and other beings of the ecosystem, the bench said. It added that the Constitution of India, under Article 51A(g), imposes a fundamental duty on every citizen o protect and improve the natural environment, including forests, lakes, rivers and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures. A corporation, as a legal person and a key organ of society, shares this fundamental duty. CSR funds are the tangible expression of this duty. Consequently, allocating funds for the protection of the environment is not a voluntary act of charity but a fulfilment of a constitutional obligation, the top court said. The bench said under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, Parliament institutionalised this duty by mandating companies to meet specific financial thresholds espousing social responsibility. It added that the provision effectively codifies the principle that corporate profit is not solely the private property of shareholders but is partly owed to the society that enables its generation. The magic of legitimacy is in the perspective that private property is a trust, the top court said, adding that this statutory mandate redefines the traditional role of corporate governance. It added that historically, a director's primary duty was to maximise value for shareholders. However, Section 166(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, dismantled this narrow view by imposing a broader fiduciary duty. Directors are now legally mandated to act in good faith not just for members, but for the best interests of the company, its employees, the shareholders, the community, and for the protection of the environment. This crucial expansion recognises that a corporation is an organ of society, and its 'social' responsibility extends to the wider community impacted by its operations, the bench underscored. It pointed out, Where corporate activities such as mining, power generation, or infrastructure threaten the habitat of endangered species, the polluter pays principle mandates that the company bears the cost of species recovery. CSR funds must, therefore, be directed towards ex-situ and in-situ conservation efforts to prevent extinction. Holding that the obligation to protect endangered species is paramount, the bench said corporate duty must evolve from merely protecting shareholders to protecting the ecosystem. The non-renewable power generators operating in the priority as well as non-priority areas in Rajasthan and Gujarat must always remember that they share the environment with the Godawan, the Great Indian Bustard, and must undertake their activities as if they are guests in its abode, it said. The top court passed the order on a plea filed in 2019 by environmentalist MK Ranjitsinh, seeking measures for the protection of the endangered Great Indian Bustard. The apex court has been passing directions from time to time for protecting the species. In April 2021, the top court had imposed restrictions on overhead transmission lines across nearly 99,000 sq km in Rajasthan and Gujarat. However, the order was later modified in March 2024 after the Centre flagged serious implications for India's renewable energy transition. The court had then constituted a high-level expert committee to recommend scientifically grounded and balanced measures. Accepting the expert committee's recommendations, the top court approved revised priority conservation areas of 14,013 sq km in Rajasthan and 740 sq km in Gujarat, rationalising earlier demarcations to focus protection on the last remaining strongholds of the species. It declined the petitioners' request to further expand the Rajasthan priority area by adding 657 sq km in the Rasla-Degrai Oran region, holding that the expert committee had taken a holistic view based on field studies and extensive stakeholder consultations. The top court has imposed strict restrictions within the revised priority areas, directing that no new wind turbines and no new solar parks or solar plants exceeding 2 MW capacity shall be permitted. It also barred the expansion of existing solar parks. It further directed that no new overhead power lines, except those of 11 kV and below, shall be allowed in these areas, except through dedicated power corridors identified by the expert committee.
ED Questions Anil Ambanis Son For Second Straight Day In Money Laundering Case
New Delhi, Dec 19: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for the second consecutive day in a money laundering case linked to an alleged bank loan fraud, officials said. The statements of 34-year-old Anmol Ambai were recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) for the first time on Friday, and the session is continuing on Saturday, they said. The Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group did not respond to the development. [] The post ED Questions Anil Ambanis Son For Second Straight Day In Money Laundering Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
66 arrival and departure flights cancelled at Delhi Airport due to dense fog
Delhi Airport issued a passenger advisory stating that low-visibility procedures were underway
'Waiting for Abbu': Story of Tasleem Ahmed, The Forgotten Delhi Riots Prisoner
Tasleem Ahmed has also been jailed under UAPA along with Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and others in Delhi riots case.
Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Exp Mows Down 7 Elephants In Assam, 5 Coaches Derailed
Nagaon/Guwahati, Dec 20: At least seven elephants were killed and one injured after the SairangNew Delhi Rajdhani Express hit a herd of jumbos in Assams Hojai district early Saturday, officials said. Five coaches and the engine of the train were also derailed in the accident. The mishap occurred at around 2.17 am near Changjurai village. [] The post Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Exp Mows Down 7 Elephants In Assam, 5 Coaches Derailed appeared first on Northlines .
Exclusive: Passenger Thrashed By Pilot Recounts What Led To The Assault
The SpiceJet passenger who was allegedly assaulted and left bloodied by an Air India Express pilot is struggling to come to terms with the assault that his family witnessed at the Delhi airport.
Delhi AQI near severe at 384 as dense fog grips capital
AQI likely to worsen over next two days
Dense fog disrupts air traffic; 66 flights cancelled at Delhi airport
As dense fog reduced visibility in the national capital, 66 arrival and departure flights were cancelled at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday. Delhi Airport also noted that all flight operations are functioning normally in the city
Fortis to acquire Bengaluru-based People Tree Hospital for Rs 430 cr
NEW DELHI, Dec 20: Fortis Healthcare on Saturday said it has inked a pact to acquire Bengaluru-based People Tree Hospital for Rs 430 crore. The company has signed definitive agreements for the acquisition of the 125-bedded hospital in Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru, by way of a 100 per cent acquisition of TMI Healthcare Pvt Ltd, the entity under which the People Tree Hospital business operates. The said acquisition would be undertaken by Fortis wholly-owned subsidiary International Hospital Limited (IHL), it said [] The post Fortis to acquire Bengaluru-based People Tree Hospital for Rs 430 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Oil makes a comeback amid transition hype, with India at the centre
NEW DELHI, Dec 20: After years of forecasts predicting an imminent peak in oil demand amid a swift shift to renewables, oil and gas made a quiet but unmistakable comeback, with India emerging as a central driver of global consumption. Major energy outlooks from BP and McKinsey to the IEA pushed peak oil into the 2030s and revised 2050 demand upward. And every forecaster said India will emerge as the epicentre of global demand growth, with its rise [] The post Oil makes a comeback amid transition hype, with India at the centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pilot beating up passenger: Government orders probe, seeks report from BCAS & CISF
An Air India Express pilot has been grounded and faces a probe after allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi Airport's Terminal 1. The incident reportedly stemmed from a queue-cutting dispute at a staff entry gate. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered a formal inquiry, seeking reports from aviation security and CISF.
Have Not Received Complaint Yet: Delhi Police on Assault by Off-Duty Air India Express Pilot
The alleged assault is linked to a dispute over some staff members allegedly cutting the queue at the security checkpoint in Delhi airport
AI pilot assault: Police aware of matter but yet to receive a complaint; vows action
An Air India Express pilot allegedly assaulted a passenger, Ankit Dewan, at Delhi Airport over a security lane dispute. The Delhi Police stated no formal complaint has been filed, learning of the incident via social media. The airline has grounded the pilot and condemned the behavior, promising disciplinary action.
Over 100 flights cancelled at Delhi airport due to dense fog
Dense fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday, leading to over 100 cancellations. The national capital also experienced a deterioration in air quality, with the AQI reaching 384 in the 'very poor' category, blanketing the city in toxic smog.
'Have not received complaint yet': Delhi Police on assault by off-duty Air India Express pilot
Delhi Police said they have not received any formal complaint in connection with allegations that an off-duty Air India Express pilot assaulted a passenger at Delhi airport. The police said they came to know about the incident only after a social media post surfaced and that legal action would be taken once a written complaint is filed.
JD-U defends CM Nitish Kumar amid hijab row
New Delhi: Amid the controversy triggered by a viral video allegedly showing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removing a womans hijab during a public event, Janata Dal-U MP Rampreet Mandal on Saturday came out in his defence, asserting that no leader in the country respects women more than him. The controversy erupted after a video 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 .
Dense fog grips Delhi-NCR, AQI remains in `very poor` category
The weather department explained that very dense fog is recorded when visibility drops to between 0 and 50 metres, while visibility of 51 to 200 metres is categorised as dense
Delhi court orders trial against Congress leader Alka Lamba in womens reservation protest case
A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges against Congress leader Alka Lamba for allegedly assaulting police personnel during a protest demanding the implementation of womens reservation in Parliament. The order was passed by Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Ashwani Panwar of the Rouse Avenue Courts, who held that the prosecution had placed sufficient material [] The post Delhi court orders trial against Congress leader Alka Lamba in womens reservation protest case appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi court dismisses Rabri Devis plea to transfer cases from judge alleging bias
Judge Vishal Gogne is currently dealing with alleged IRCTC scam, cash-for-jobs case and the money laundering proceedings associated with the family
Delhi fog disrupts flight operations at Indira Gandhi Airport; airlines cancel 129 flights
Dense fog and low visibility have severely disrupted flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport for days. On Saturday, 129 flights were cancelled, with IndiGo alone cancelling 22 Delhi flights. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality worsened to a 'very poor' category with an AQI of 384.
Off-duty Air India Express pilot assaults passenger at Delhi airport; suspended
The passenger shared his experience in a social media post along with a photo showing blood on his face after the altercation. He also shared a photo of the pilot
Passenger Alleges Assault by Pilot at Airport Terminal
SRINAGAR: A SpiceJet passenger has accused an Air India Express pilot of assaulting him at Delhi airport after he objected to the pilot allegedly jumping the boarding queue, an allegation that the airline said it is investigating, NDTV reported. The incident took place at Terminal 1 of the Indira Gandhi International Airport, where the passenger, []
Anupam Kher meets Kamal Haasan, calls him one of the `finest actors`
The Tanvi The Great director shared that they conversed for almost an hour at the Delhi airport, talking about cinema, favourite books, K Balachander, Rajinikanth and others
PM: Need to bolster traditional medicine
PTI New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said traditional medicine was yet to receive the place it truly deserved and asserted that it should win trust through science to expand its reach further. Addressing the World Health Organisation (WHO) Global Summit on Traditional Medicine here, Modi said strengthening research, use of digital technologies [] The post PM: Need to bolster traditional medicine appeared first on The Navhind Times .
8 Elephants Killed After Being Hit By Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Exp In Assams Hojai Dist: Official
NAGAON/ GUWAHATI, Dec 20: Eight elephants were killed and one injured after a herd was hit by the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assams Hojai district in the wee hours of Saturday, a forest official said. Five coaches and the trains engine were derailed in the incident, though no injuries to passengers were reported, a Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) spokesperson said. The spokesperson said the New Delhi-bound train met with the accident around 2.17 am. Nagaon divisional forest officer Suhash [] The post 8 Elephants Killed After Being Hit By Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Exp In Assams Hojai Dist: Official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
An Air India Express pilot has been grounded after allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi Airport's Terminal 1. The altercation began when the pilot questioned a passenger using a staff lane, escalating into a physical confrontation. The passenger claims he was left with a bloodied face and his daughter traumatized. An inquiry is underway.
Dense Fog Blankets Delhi with AQI on Brink of Severe at 384
The lowest visibility up to 8.30 am was recorded at Safdarjung, where it dropped to 200 metres, followed by Palam at 350 metres, according to official data.
Assam: 8 elephants killed after being hit by Rajdhani Express
Eight elephants were killed and one injured after a herd was hit by the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assams Hojai district in the wee hours of Saturday, a forest official said. Five coaches and the trains engine were derailed in the incident, though no injuries to passengers were reported, a Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) 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 .
SC special sitting on Dec 22 for urgent cases: CJI
NEW DELHI: The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Friday that while the winter vacation formally begins on December 20, the Supreme Court would will hold a special sitting on December 22, to hear genuinely urgent matters. All those who are in the queue today, seeking listing, will you argue on Monday? We are ready to sit on Monday, CJI Kant said. On Friday, a three-judge bench of the CJI, Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, said, We will sit on Monday to hear the urgency in matters, the CJI said. He also clarified that the court was not going to burden other judges, who have to study case files late at night to hear new cases. I will not bother any other bench, the CJI said, adding that the registry will find out the urgency and list the matter accordingly. CJI Kant also clarified that the decision on whether one or more benches would sit on December 22, would depend on the number of genuinely urgent matters received. The observations were made during oral mentioning of cases by lawyers seeking urgent listing on the last working day before the winter vacation. The Chief Justice added that no fresh matters would be listed for hearing on Friday itself, citing the heavy workload already borne by judges. There has been massive filing this week. The honble judges have spent the entire night reading briefs. I am not going to ask them to read a new brief today, the CJI said, refusing to permit same-day listings. He said that matters would be listed on December 22 only if counsels were willing to argue them on that day. Wherever you give an urgent memo, we will find out if there is an actual urgency and list on Monday. The only condition is that you will have to argue on Monday, he added. The Chief Justice further stated that the number of benches would be decided after assessing the volume of such cases on December 22. On Friday, the Bench had observed that many of them did not disclose any pressing urgency. These matters can wait till January or even April 2026, the court remarked. Also in top court Child trafficking a disturbing reality: SC Terming child trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation a deeply disturbing reality, the SC on Friday, laid down guidelines on how courts must be sensible and sensitively adhere to the evidence and testimony, while conducting court proceedings of minor victims of trafficking and prostitution. A two judge bench issued the guidelines.
GUWAHATI: The down SairangNew Delhi Rajdhani Express engine and five coaches derailed early on Saturday morning after the train collided with a herd of elephants on the JamunamukhKampur section under the Lumding Division of N.F. Railway. However, no casualties of passengers have been reported so far, and officials from N.F. Railway rushed to the site, which is about 126 km from Guwahati. A source said that seven elephants died after being knocked down by the train on the section. Confirming the incident, N.F. Railway said in a statement that accident relief trains, along with officials from the divisional headquarters, have reached the site. Helpline numbers have already been activated at Guwahati railway station: 0361-2731621 / 2731622 / 2731623. Senior railway officers, including the General Manager of N.F. Railway and the Divisional Railway Manager of Lumding, have also rushed to the site. The passengers of the affected coaches were temporarily accommodated in the vacant berths available in other coaches. After the affected coaches were detached, the train left the site for Guwahati, the NFR said in a statement. The derailed train left the site for Guwahati at 06.11 am. Once the train reaches Guwahati, additional coaches will be added to accommodate passengers from the affected coaches, after which the train will resume its onward journey. The restoration works have been completed, an official said. The incident took place at a location which is not a designated elephant corridor. The loco pilot on observing the herd of elephants applied emergency brakes. However, elephants dashed with the train, the statement further stated. The loco pilot, on spotting the herd of elephants, applied emergency brakes. However, the elephants collided with the train. Trains scheduled to pass through the section are being diverted through the UP line, and restoration work is under way. This is not the first such incident in Assam. There have been several incidents where elephants died after being hit by trains. In the last few years, more than 81 elephants have died in the country after being hit by trains.
Five coaches, engine of Rajdhani Express derail, 8 elephants killed in Assam accident
NAGAON/ GUWAHATI: Eight elephants were killed and one injured after a herd was hit by the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai district in the wee hours of Saturday, a forest official said. Five coaches and the train's engine were derailed in the incident, though no injuries to passengers were reported, a Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) spokesperson said. The spokesperson said the New Delhi-bound train met with the accident around 2.17 am. Nagaon divisional forest officer Suhash Kadam told PTI that the incident occurred at Changjurai area of Hojai district. Kadam and other forest officials have reached the site. Trains scheduled to pass through the affected JamunamukhKampur section have been diverted through the UP line, and restoration work is underway, he added. The Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express connects Mizoram's Sairang (near Aizawl) to Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi).
Delhi Weather Today: Delhi has put on orange alert for today and the IMD has warned of dense foggy conditions in the national capital. The air quality in Delhi has crossed the 400 mark in several places, thus putting the residents at high risk. Meanwhile, the Delhi Airport has also issued an advisory amid dense fog.
Five coaches and the train's engine were derailed in the incident, though no injuries to passengers were reported, a Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) spokesperson said
Dont hide behind National Herald case: Congress to CPM
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Drawing a clear line between central agencies probe against Congress leaders and those involving CPM leaders, AICC Media and Publicity Department chairman Pawan Khera on Friday said that catching the ED and CBI red-handed in the National Herald case against Congress leaders does not mean that every investigation conducted by agencies can be dismissed or used as a shield by others. Khera was responding to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans allegation that Congress was adopting double standard while reacting to central agency cases against ministers of non-Congress ruled states. There must be a case by case investigation. You cannot conveniently apply the same logic to every case being probed by central agencies. That is not a fair way of judging things, he said. Hiding behind what the ED did in the National Herald case is only a convenient way to cover your own worries. In the case, a Delhi court dismissed EDs charges. Just because one has been found innocent doesnt mean everyone else is also innocent. Others too must face investigation, he added.
Thick smog engulfs Delhi as air quality turns 'severe' at 429
Other pollution hotspots included Anand Vihar (428), Ashok Vihar (407), and the ITO area (429), also falling under the 'severe' category across large swathes of the national capital
As dense fog continues to surround Delhi and NCR, the Delhi International Airport issued an advisory today saying that all flight operations are functioning normally. The Indira Gandhi International Airport advised passengers to contact their respective airlines for the latest flight updates. On Friday, flight operations at the airport were affected due to bad weather conditions.
Eight elephants killed after being hit by Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai
A tragic accident occurred in Assam's Hojai district early Saturday. The Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants. Eight elephants died and one was injured. The train's engine and five coaches derailed. No passengers were harmed. Forest officials are at the scene. Train services are being diverted.
No PUC, no fuel: 2,800 vehicles denied fuel in Delhi on day one
Between 6 am on Thursday and 6 am on Friday, around 2800 vehicles were identified without valid PUC certificates, a senior Transport Department official said
Preparatory work on second airport initiated well in advance: Minister Patil
BENGALURU: Stating that the state government is aware of the fact that permission from Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL) is required to construct a second international airport within an aerial radius of 150 km from KIA before 2033, Infrastructure Development Minister MB Patil on Friday said the government has initiated preparatory work in this regard well in advance. Patil was reacting to the Ministry of Civil Aviations (MoCA) statement on Thursday that the Centre has not received any proposal from the Karnataka government or any airport developer after Airports Authority of Indias (AAI) pre-feasibility studies on the need for the second airport in the city. Several critical steps are involved in the establishment of an airport, including site identification, inspections, land acquisition and disbursement of compensation. These processes will take at least six years for completion. BIAL will be approached for its approval only after completion of these processes, he said. Patil said similar conditions have been relaxed in cities such as New Delhi and Navi Mumbai to facilitate the development of second airports. These matters will be addressed appropriately at appropriate time. Tenders have been invited through Karnataka State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (KSIIDC) to prepare a location suitability report along with a comprehensive technical and financial feasibility study for the second airport in Bengaluru, he reiterated. On AAIs inspection of sites at Choodahalli and Somanahalli on Kanakapura Road and near NelamangalaKunigal Road, Patil said tenders have been invited by the state government through KSIIDC to conduct location suitability, and technical and financial feasibility studies. While preparing these reports, factors such as passenger density, potential for industrial and tourism growth, infrastructure availability, rainfall patterns, sewerage, noise pollution and waste management will be taken into consideration. The deadline to submit these reports is five months, he added.
8 Elephants Killed After Being Hit by Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam
Five coaches and the train's engine were derailed in the incident, though no injuries to passengers were reported, a Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) spokesperson said
Assam tragedy: Rajdhani Express hits herd of elephants, killing eight; five coaches, engine derail
Eight elephants tragically died after being struck by the Sairang New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai district early Saturday. The collision caused five coaches and the engine of the train to derail, though no passengers were injured. The incident occurred in a forested area known for elephant movement.
Sikh Man Injured After Scuffle Between Two Families Turns Violent Over Hookah In Delhi's Kirti Nagar
A senior police officer said that no complaint has been filed by either side, so no FIR has been registered.
Delhi AQI Remains Very Poor; Centre Sets One-Week Ultimatum To Authorities To Improve Air
Delhi Air Pollution: The Union environment ministry said that monthly review meetings would be held from January 2026 to assess action plans prepared by states.
Thick Smog Blankets Delhi, Flight, Train Ops Hit, Air Quality Likely To Worsen
The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'very poor' category.
7 Elephants Killed After Collision With Rajdhani Express In Assam; Five Coaches Derailed
Train number 20507 DN Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck elephants on the track, leading to the derailment of the locomotive and five coaches.
IMD weather forecast: As winter tightens its grip, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of dense foggy conditions in Northern India. Cold wave conditions are likely to prevail in Telangana, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh, the IMD warned. Meanwhile, while Delhi is likely to see a partly cloudy sky today, Ooty in Tamil Nadu will see misty weather.
