Rajinikanth to be felicitated at IFFI this year
NEW DELHI: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will begin in Goa on November 20 with a strong focus on innovation, inclusivity, and international collaboration. This years edition will introduce two new initiativesthe first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and a Hackathonaimed at exploring the growing link between cinema and technology. Superstar Rajinikanth will be felicitated at the closing ceremony for completing 50 years in cinema. Centenary tributes will be paid to filmmakers Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla, Ritwik Ghatak, P. Bhanumathi, Bhupen Hazarika, and Salil Chowdhury, with screenings of Musafir, Subarnarekha, and a restored Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani. The festival will also host 21 masterclasses and panels featuring Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Aamir Khan, Anupam Kher, Ravi Varman, Suhasini Maniratnam, Sreekar Prasad, and others, covering topics from editing and acting in the digital era to sustainability in film. More than 240 films from 81 countries will be screened during the nine-day festival. The line-up includes 13 world premieres, four international premieres, and 46 Asian premieres. Over 50 women directors have their films featured this year, highlighting the governments efforts to promote Nari Shakti in cinema. In a break from tradition, there will be no formal inauguration ceremony. Instead, a grand parade through Panaji will mark the opening, featuring tableaux from leading production houses, state governments, and cultural troupes from across the country. Joint Secretary (Films) in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Ajay Nagabhushan, said the festival had received a record 2,314 submissions from 127 countries. This shows IFFIs growing prominence on the global festival circuit, he said. At a curtain raiser in New Delhi, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan announced that OTT awards would continue this year to honour excellence in web and streaming content. He said steps were being taken to strengthen anti-piracy laws and simplify film certification. The Central Board of Film Certifications upcoming Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat certificate for multi-language films would promote Indias cultural unity, he said. Ministry Secretary Sanjay Jaju said Indian cinema continued to make a strong impact overseas. Indian films are outperforming Hollywood releases at the Australian box office, he noted. Festival Director Shekhar Kapur said India remained both the worlds largest film-making and film-watching nation. Storytelling builds understanding and peace across cultures, he said. The Film Bazaar is a movement empowering young creators through technology.
'Gradually Improving': Delhi Airport Says Flight Operations Returning To Normal After ATC Glitch
Flight operations at Delhi airport are returning to normal after a major disruption caused by a technical glitch in the Air Traffic Controls Automatic Message Switching System.
NMC told to make sure same stipend for interns in govt, pvt med colleges
NEW DELHI: The Health Ministry has directed the National Medical Commission (NMC) to examine a key provision of internship regulations to ensure that all undergraduate medical internswhether studying in government or private medical collegesreceive the same stipend. The directive comes three years after the NMC introduced the Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship (CRMI) Regulations, 2021, which states that all interns shall be paid stipend as fixed by the appropriate authority applicable to the institution/University or State. The clause, however, contradicts the Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations (PGMER), 2023, which clearly mandates equal stipends for all interns, regardless of the type of institution. The issue of stipend disparity has long been a point of contention among medical interns, particularly those in private medical colleges who often receive less payor none at alldespite working the same hours as their peers in government institutions. Government medical colleges typically offer between Rs 20,000 and Rs 30,000 a month. Resident doctors associations, such as FAIMA and FORDA, have repeatedly called for uniform pay across institutions. With the ministrys directive, there is renewed hope for thousands of interns who have been demanding parity for years. In a letter dated November 6 to NMC Secretary Raghav Langer, the Health Ministry stated, Since NMC has been mandated to frame regulations under NMC Act, 2019, you are requested to examine the issue raised by Dr. Babu KV regarding provision of stipend paid to undergraduate interns in CRMI Regulations, 2021, keeping in view similar provisions under PGMER, 2023. Kerala-based RTI activist and doctor, Dr. KV Babu, who has been pursuing the matter since 2021, welcomed the ministrys intervention. After a gap of three years, the government has recommended to NMC to amend the CRMI regulations, incorporating the same stipend for those in government and private medical colleges, he said. This is an important victory for medicos who have been campaigning for the same for years. The NMC will have to amend the CRMI regulations, incorporating stipend parity for both private medical colleges, he said.
The air quality in the national capital remained in the 'poor' category on Saturday morning as the overall AQI recorded at 7 am was 336. According to the data of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI recorded at several monitoring stations of Delhi was 'very poor' while some stations also recorded 'severe' air quality.
'Tired, hungry and helpless': Netizens vent fury as ATC glitch disrupts operations at Delhi airport
A major air traffic control system glitch at Delhi's IGI Airport caused widespread chaos and significant flight delays on Friday. Passengers expressed frustration on social media over the lack of communication and extended waiting times. The disruption led to missed connections and impacted numerous travelers, with operations gradually improving.
Massive fire breaks out in Delhi slum near Rithala metro station; 1 injured
A significant fire erupted in a slum near Rithala Metro Station late Friday, injuring one child. Twenty-nine fire tenders battled the medium-level blaze in Bengali Basti for hours. Officials confirmed the fire is under control with no further casualties reported. The injured child was transported to a hospital.
On November 7, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 12,258 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,236 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 1,52,600 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
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Sometimes its bliss, just to be able to schmooze around, have extended phone conversations with friends, catch up on ones reading and scroll through all the poppycock and balderdash that one encounters on Instagram. Apparently, the gospel-truth is generated there! So, in between reels of aged women (and men) shaking their sagging tushies vigorously and passing it off as dance, one also allegedly hears snippets of breaking news! Yes, the world is agog with the developments in the mighty US of A, what with their penchant for orange now turning to brown and different sects either extolling or warning us mere mortals of what is in store for us. Right now, the normal tax-paying folks are browned off and jaded when it comes to their leaders and their empty promises and hollow agendas. We all know who runs the countries worldwide, and they dont call them billionaires for nothing! Bengaluru, according to (highly reliable) Instagram reports, is supposed to be one of the three fastest-developing cities in the world. Apparently, everyone wants to move here! The traffic and the infrastructure suck, and according to one powerful man in white, if you dont like it, leave! Well, I must admit, wherever there is an exploding two wheeler population, the traffic situation becomes haywire. The traffic situation is imploding in bigger cities like Mumbai and Delhi too, but the only difference is their leaders are doing something about the upkeep of roads, building new flyovers and underpasses (the new ocean-link road in Mumbai is a dream), but in Namma Ooru we have fabulous weather to bank on, right? Many OG Bengalureans are quite miffed about the nothernisation of Namma Ooru. One famous actor and playwright was strongly opposed to the caricature that the Bengalureans have been attached to. Phrases like swalpa adjust madi and good weather! But we cant and must not escape the way we are perceived. As laidback and adjusting individuals. Whereas it speaks volumes for our temperament, we have top Fortune 500 companies investing in our city and without doubt, we are the leading tech-hub for the world. But not getting our act together and concentrating more on who is speaking in the native language better is going to be ultimately disastrous for our beautiful city. We need to hold our leaders and ourselves accountable. Let us not forget we are a city of immigrants (hint, hint!). Talking about immigrants, there are a lot of us who have adopted this charming city as home. Along with the bad (speaking loudly and not learning the local language), we bring our charm, intellect and customs to this city. Now, our luru is multi-cultural, noisy and vibrant! A multi-cultural gaggle of ladies met at Rosamarino, a beautiful new Italian pizzeria set up by the uber-talented Abhijit and Shruti Saha (also immigrants), and a whole bunch of multicultural ladies, teachers, technocrats, entrepreneurs, home chefs and sportswomen spent a wonderful afternoon, eating a fantastic array of Italian food, discussing politics, food, children and a variety of interesting topics. It was fantastic and soul-lifting to be surrounded by so much goodwill and laughter. For me, at this stage in my life, this is what I want: true friendships, meaningful conversations and genuine bonding. As Michael Jackson would have said, It doesnt matter if youre black or white! (The writers views are personal)
Supply low, TDS high: Water a daily problem in 7x sectors
Factory manager held in Guj, 15 yrs after killing his wife in Delhi
No shortage of essential drugs in govt hosps: Health minister
Man arrested from Delhi for planting camera inside TATA Electronics women workers hostel
Superintendent of Police P. Thangadurai told The Hindu, the accused is being interrogated and will be produced before the jurisdictional magistrate for remand
Changing Dynamics of Indo-Taliban Relations
Dr Sudershan Kumar sudershan.sk12@gmail.com The relationship between India and Afghanistan has historically been defined by cultural affinity, shared civilizational roots, and strategic cooperation. Yet, the emergence of Taliban as the dominant political force in Afghanistan has repeatedly reshaped this equation. The fall of Kabul in August 2021 and subsequent reassertion of Taliban control presented one of the most significant geopolitical challenges to Indias regional strategy in decades. While New Delhi once maintained a cautious distance from the Taliban due to [] The post Changing Dynamics of Indo-Taliban Relations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Whos she and who killed her? 72 hrs, 550 cars focus of search
Key stanzas of Vande Mataram song dropped in 1937: PM
Divisive mindset still challenge for country NEW DELHI, Nov 7: In an apparent attack at the Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said important stanzas of the national song Vande Mataram were dropped in 1937 which sowed the seeds of partition and asserted that such a divisive mindset is still a challenge for the country. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Modi made the comments after inaugurating the year-long commemoration of Vande Mataram to mark 150 years of [] The post Key stanzas of Vande Mataram song dropped in 1937: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nitish to be CM again; PK may draw blank: Rajnath on Bihar polls
NEW DELHI, Nov 7: Senior BJP leader Rajnath Singh on Friday expressed confidence that the NDA will win more than 160 seats in the Bihar Assembly election, and said that Nitish Kumar will naturally return as the chief minister since the alliance is contesting the polls under his leadership. He dismissed reports that poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor will have an impact on election results and asserted that the Prashant Kishor factor is not significant enough to even be considered as [] The post Nitish to be CM again; PK may draw blank: Rajnath on Bihar polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Need collective efforts, minister tells depts at pollution meet
Missing or negligent, 93 BLOs face dept inquiry over SIR delay in Noida
Delhi air quality remains very poor; stubble burning effect set to spike
The contribution of stubble burning in neighbouring states to PM 2.5 (a chief pollutant) in Delhi on Friday (November7, 2025) was 8.6%, set to rise to 30.91% on Saturday
SC order to remove stray dogs illogical, say animal activists
BNSS gives cops more power to remove encroachers, yet they are back in weeks
Delhi officials review infrastructure issues and inter-agency coordination
Ready for December launch? Centre seeks a status check on Noida International airport
Adarsh Behera, a 36-year-old resident of Odisha, was taken away by RSF fighters when the militia captured the city of El Fasher last month
To enhance digital communication and transparency, MCD to roll out websites for all its schools
A single system glitch at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport caused widespread flight disruptions on Friday morning, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded for hours. Major airlines issued advisories as display boards flashed 'Delayed,' leading to chaos, missed connections, and significant inconvenience for travelers across various cities.
YEIDA gives 1 year relief to plot allottees, launches new settlement policy
No NDPS proof, man in Ghaziabad acquitted after 17 years
Split Verdict On MP Ab Rashids Plea On Travel Expenses To Attend Parl
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday delivered a split verdict on a plea by jailed Jammu and Kashmir MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh seeking modification of an order asking him to deposit approximately Rs four lakh with jail authorities to attend Parliament while being in custody. While Justice Vivek Chaudhary rejected Rashids plea, [] The post Split Verdict On MP Ab Rashids Plea On Travel Expenses To Attend Parl appeared first on Northlines .
Friends daughter in chair for a day, nepo inquiry on Ghaziabad SHO
Maps to NOCs, one window for all your approvals soon
OPDs see 40% more patients, most with wheezing cough
Closed due to bird flu, Delhi zoo to reopen on Nov. 8
ATC system glitch delays over 800 flights in Delhi's IGI airport; AAI addresses tech issue
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) plunged into chaos on Friday, as more than 800 domestic and international flights were delayed due to the air traffic control system's technical issue, which was later addressed by the AAI. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) also said that due to some backlogs, there may be some delays in the normal functioning of automated operations, but the situation will be normal soon. All airline operations at the IGIA -- which is the country's busiest airport -- were impacted due to a technical issue in the Automatic Message Switching System (AMSS), which supports air traffic control data. Sources said more than 800 flights were delayed, and at least 20 flights were cancelled. The national capital's Indira Gandhi International Airport handles more than 1,500 flight movements daily. The AAI, in a post on X at 8:56 pm, said it has addressed the echnical issue in the Automatic Message Switching System (AMSS), which caused delays in processing flight plan messages. The issue was detected in the IP-based AMSS system on November 6. The OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) was engaged, and additional staff were deployed to manually process Flight Plans for the Air Traffic Control system to ensure uninterrupted and safe air traffic operations immediately. A team of ECIL officials and AAI personnel is still on site. The AMSS systems are up and functional now. Due to some backlogs, there may be some delays in the normal functioning of automated operations, but the situation will be normal soon, the AAI said in another post on X. ECIL (Electronics Corporation of India Ltd) officials from Hyderabad came to the national capital to help in addressing the technical issue. An enquiry will be conducted to find out the reasons that resulted in the technical issue, sources said. The AAI, which provides air traffic control, navigation and other services, deployed additional manpower to manually process flight plans. The technical issue was detected on November 6, and immediately, a review meeting was conducted by the Civil Aviation Secretary, along with AAI Chairman, AAI Member ANS and other officials, and necessary directions were given to address the issue, as per the AAI post. Information available on the flight tracking website Flightradar24.com showed that over 800 flights have been delayed at the airport, and the delay for departing flights is around 50 minutes at the Delhi airport. The count of flights includes arrivals as well as departures. AAI, in a statement, also said that additional manpower was deployed to manually process flight plans, ensuring continuity and safety of air traffic control operations without disruption. A dedicated team, comprising officials from Electronics Corporation of India Limited and AAI, continues to remain on-site to oversee system stability and performance, the statement said. Earlier in the day, IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air said there were delays in their flights at the Delhi airport due to an issue with the air traffic control system. According to sources, there were long queues near the boarding gates, and hundreds of passengers were waiting inside the airport terminals for flight updates. There were some issues with the AMSS that provides the information for the Auto Track System, which gives the flight plans, one of the sources said earlier. With the system issues continuing, air traffic controllers are preparing the flight plans manually with available data, which is a time-consuming process, and as a result, many flights are getting delayed, the sources said during the day. Earlier, Delhi airport operator DIAL said all airline operations at the airport are currently delayed and that the concerned authorities were working on resolving the issue at the earliest.
60 sprinklers, spot fines as Noida AQI slips to very poor after 2 days
Rahul: BJP Steals Votes Wholesale
Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha claimed that the BJP had done the same during the Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh elections held last year.
Indian Hockey celebrate glorious 100 years with special events across the country
The Sports Authority of India and Hockey India on Friday celebrated the centenary of Indian hockey at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, highlighting a century of sporting excellence, national pride, and unity. SPORTS DESK Nationwide celebrations was organised on Friday to commemorate 100 glorious years of Indian Hockey. More than 1400 matches []
1984 riots: Reply on furlough plea sought
Minors stab murder accused to death
Technical Glitch, GPS spoofing disrupt 350 flights at Delhi Airport
Flight operations at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport were disrupted on Friday morning after a malfunction in the Air Traffic Control (ATC) messaging system coincided with GPS spoofing incidents over the capitals airspace, forcing a shift to manual flight planning. Over 350 flights were delayed through the day before the issue was resolved, the civil aviation ministry said.
Atal canteen scheme to begin from Dec 25
In net: Fruit vendor by day, bank heist mastermind by night
Govt revises office timings to curb winter pollution
Woman, child rescued from burning Merc
E-scooter hit by vehicle, 12-yr-old dies
IAS coaching centre flood deaths: LG approves disciplinary proceedings against DFS officials
Four arrested for robbing passengers by posing as cab drivers near dhaula kuan bus stand
Work on to smoothen traffic flow between Dhaula Kuan and IGI
GPS spoofing prompts DGCA to advance ILS upgrade on IGIAs runway 10/28
Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested Kamrul alias Mamu, a 51-year-old fruit seller, who masterminded the Mamu Gang involved in interstate bank burglaries. Posing as a humble vendor by day, he meticulously planned heists, striking at night with precision to disable alarms and break into vaults. His arrest has solved three major bank burglary cases in Karnataka.
Rs 3.8-crore plan to maintain Chandni Chowk stretch
Delhi eatery wins trademark battle
Delhi-based orthopaedic and sports surgeon Dr. Obaidur Rahman recently shared a viral Instagram post about a 27-year-old woman who mistook her symptoms for depression, only to discover severe deficiencies in Vitamin B12, D3, and Magnesium. After treatment through diet, supplements, and sunlight, her health improved dramatically within three months. Dr. Rahman urged that many emotional or fatigue-related issues may stem from overlooked nutritional imbalances, not psychological disorders.
Traffic congestion in Dhaula Kuan may ease as the NHAI has taken up project to expand the highway near Subroto Park Air Force Station. The left-hand side part of the road which goes towards Gurugram is being further built from two lanes to four.
Delhi Airport Glitch Delays 500 Flights
At the Shamshabad airport, 11 arrivals and 10 departures at Hyderabad were affected. The delays began with IndiGo flight 6E 6621 at 7.33 am: Reports
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses Rs 56 lakh in online bank fraud, cybercrime probe underway
NEW DELHI: Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and Member of Parliament from Serampore, Kalyan Banerjee, have reportedly lost over Rs 56 lakh in an alleged case of online banking fraud. According to official sources, cybercriminals gained access to one of his dormant accounts at the State Bank of India (SBI) and siphoned off the funds through multiple unauthorised transactions. The incident came to light after the SBI High Court branch in Kolkata lodged a formal complaint with the Cyber Crime Police Station, seeking an investigation into the matter. Preliminary findings suggest that the fraudsters used forged Know Your Customer (KYC) documents, featuring a morphed photograph of the MP along with falsified PAN and Aadhaar details, to reactivate Banerjees dormant account. The account in question was originally opened at SBIs Legislative Assembly branch between 2001 and 2006, during Banerjees tenure as an MLA from Asansol (Dakshin). It had reportedly remained inactive for several years before being reactivated through fraudulent means. According to the complaint, the perpetrators changed the registered mobile number and other contact details linked to the account, gaining full control over it. Following the change, approximately Rs 56,39,767 was transferred from Banerjees SBI Kalighat branch account into the reactivated dormant account. The funds were subsequently withdrawn through a series of online transfers, ATM withdrawals, and jewellery purchases. Bank officials detected the irregular transactions and immediately alerted both Banerjee and the police. The cybercrime division of Kolkata Police has initiated an inquiry to trace the flow of funds and identify those responsible for the fraudulent activity. SBI officials have stated that all necessary security and legal procedures are being followed, and efforts are underway to recover the stolen amount. Investigators are also examining how the forged KYC documents passed verification checks and whether any internal lapses contributed to the breach.
Delhi High Court tells Google to take down deepfake videos of Rajat Sharma
The court granted liberty to Rajat Sharma to approach Google regarding any other false or fake videos uploaded against him on any other channel and ordered Google to take them down within 48 hours
Centre confirms 44 Indians currently serving in Russian Army; urges citizens not to join
NEW DELHI: India on Friday confirmed that 44 of its nationals are currently serving in the Russian army and reiterated its advisory urging citizens not to join it. The External Affairs Ministry said it has taken up the matter with Moscow and is in touch with the families of those involved to ensure their safe return. Addressing the weekly press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government remains concerned about reports of Indian nationals being recruited to serve in the Russian military. In the last few months, we have been informed of several Indian nationals recruited in the Russian army. We have once again taken up the matter with the Russian authorities to have them released at the earliest, as also to put an end to this practice, Jaiswal said. He added that New Delhi is closely coordinating with Moscow while keeping the families informed of developments. As per our understanding, 44 Indian nationals are currently serving in the Russian army. We are in touch with the Russian side. We are also in touch with the families of these people and giving them an update on the matter, Jaiswal said. The spokesperson reiterated the governments advisory warning Indian citizens against accepting offers to serve in foreign militaries, saying that such engagements bring risks. We once again urge all Indian nationals to exercise caution and not be misled by offers that involve joining the military forces of other countries. Such service carries a risk to life, he added. The issue has gained prominence following reports that several Indians were allegedly recruited under false pretences, with some being deployed in conflict zones linked to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Families of the affected individuals have expressed concern over their safety and have urged the government to secure their return.
Delhi Traffic Police intensify crackdown on tinted windows to improve road safety
What Is GPS Spoofing And How Did It Cause Major Flight Disruptions At Delhi Airport?
GPS spoofing is a form of cyber interference where fake satellite signals are broadcast to deceive navigation systems about their actual location
Over 800 flights delayed, 20 cancelled at Delhi Airport after Air Traffic Control glitch
Over 800 domestic and international flights were delayed, 20 cancelled at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) due to technical problems with the air traffic control system. All airline operations at the airport have been impacted and authorities are working to fix the issues.
Weddings At Delhi's Historical Monuments May Soon Become A Reality
Wedding at Delhi's several historical sites will no longer be a dream, as the city government is planning to open them to a host of events.
EU FTA talks over; clarity sought on CBAM, steel rules...
A senior team of negotiators from the EU visited New Delhi from 3-7 November for talks with their Indian counterparts on the proposed FTA. A two-day stocktake meeting, on 5-6 November in New Delhi, reviewed key pending issues in the FTA negotiations, the ministry said.
India confirms 44 nationals serving in Russian Army, urges Moscow action
New Delhi: India on Friday said that the number of Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army has increased to 44 in view of recruitment in recent months. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it has taken up the matter with Moscow and urged them to stop recruiting Indians into the Russian military. In 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 airport back on track after major tech glitch, minor delays persist: AAI
Flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport are returning to normal. A technical glitch in the Automatic Message Switching System caused significant delays and some cancellations. The system is now functional. While backlogs may cause minor temporary delays, normal automated operations will resume shortly. Over 800 flights were impacted by the fault.
Fruit Seller By Day, Bank Robber At Night: 'Mamu Gang' Mastermind Arrested
A 51-year-old fruit seller who doubled as the mastermind of the notorious Mamu Gang -- a group of robbers who targeted banks -- has been arrested by the Crime Branch of Delhi Police.
Rs 5 Meals At 100 Spots: Delhi Government Announces 'Atal Canteen' Scheme
In parts of Delhi where daily wage earners and labourers often skip meals to save a few rupees, the promise of a hot, affordable plate of food is drawing attention.
Ex-Delhi law minister Somnath Bharti declared 'absconder' by court in 2021 case
Somnath Bharti failed to appear for hearing in a 2021 case on Tuesday, following which Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Dr Vivek Kumar on Thursday declared him an absconder. The court has issued a non-bailable warrant and a notice under Section 82 (proclamation for person absconding) of the Criminal Procedure Code, Special Public Prosecutor Sandeep Kumar Singh said on Friday.
Staggered Office Hours For Delhi Govt, MCD Staff From Nov 15 To Combat Air Quality
CM Rekha Gupta revises Delhi Government and Municipal Corporation office hours for winter 2025 to curb air pollution, aiming to ease traffic and improve air quality for citizens.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced staggered working hours for government employees starting November 15 to curb rising air pollution levels in the capital. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Delhis overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 312 this morning, placing it in the very poor category, up from 271 a day earlier.
Pak-linked hacker group targets Indian government, military networks with advanced spyware: Report
NEW DELHI: An Intelligence Agencys report has alerted the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to a major cyber-espionage campaign by Pakistan-linked hacker group Transparent Tribe, which is targeting Indian government and military networks with an advanced spyware called DeskRAT, sources said on Friday. The report warns that the group has upgraded its tactics this year, moving from public cloud platforms like Google Drive to private servers, making detection and blocking more difficult. According to sources, the hackers are believed to be exploiting ongoing border tensions in Ladakh, attempting to intercept intelligence related to Chinas military movements through compromised Indian systems. Agencies said the attackers are using sophisticated phishing emails disguised as government notices, ZIP files and intelligence briefings, often timed with security alerts or border incidents, to trick officials into downloading infected attachments. Once installed, DeskRAT, a remote access tool tailored for BOSS Linux systems widely used in government offices, can secretly monitor, extract and transmit sensitive files without detection. The latest attacks are faster, stealthier and harder to detect, a source said. The report also highlights the hackers use of artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs) to rapidly develop new malware variants, outpacing traditional cybersecurity defences. Experts have warned that only automated, real-time threat detection can counter such adaptive attacks aimed at long-term espionage of Indias defence and administrative networks. The Transparent Tribe has been previously linked to attacks distributing Crimson RAT malware, often through phishing documents disguised as security briefings. During the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, the group allegedly circulated fake government messages to lure officials into opening infected attachments. Following the alert, the MHA has directed all ministries and defence units to step up cyber vigilance and strengthen security protocols, calling the threat a matter of national security.
Phase 1 of Bihar assembly election: No repoll recommended, says EC
New Delhi: The Election Commission on Friday said no repoll has been recommended for the over 45,000 polling stations in 121 seats that went to polls in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly election on November 6. The poll authority said scrutiny of documents took place in all 121 assembly constituencies in the presence 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 .
12 Telangana residents to return from Myanmar cyber scam hub
Telangana police officials have reached Delhi to assist with documentation, language support and travel coordination
Omission of stanzas from Vande Mataram sparks row between BJP, Congress
New Delhi: The Congress hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday after his attack on the party over the dropping of stanzas from Vande Mataram in 1937, saying Rabindranath Tagore himself had suggested that the first two stanzas of the song be adopted and it was shameful of the prime minister to accuse 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 airports air traffic control faces tech issues; over 800 flights face delays
New Delhi: Delhi airport, the countrys busiest airport, plunged into chaos on Friday as more than 800 domestic as well as international flights were delayed due to technical problems with the air traffic control system, sources said. All airline operations at the airport have been impacted and authorities are working to fix the issues. The 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 .
Flight operations impacted at Delhi Airport after air navigation system glitch
Over 400 flights delayed; cascading impact felt at other major airports
CRPF Delhi Group Centre marks 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram
Event at CRPF Group Centre in New Delhi highlights national pride, unity, and cultural significance of Vande Mataram
India proposes additional tariffs of $87 m on US goods at WTO in response to copper safeguard duties
Washington says US 50% tariffs on copper were to preserve national security; Delhis proposed action has no basis
Delhi coaching center deaths: LG gives approves action against 2 fire officials
New Delhi: Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) V K Saxena has approved disciplinary proceedings against two Delhi Fire Services officials for alleged negligence of duty and concealment of facts in connection with the death of three IAS aspirants due to rain-induced flooding in the basement of a coaching centre in Rajinder Nagar last year, Raj Niwas 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 airport's air traffic control faces tech issues; over 800 flights face delays
Delhi airport faced significant disruption on Friday. Over 800 flights were delayed due to a technical problem with the air traffic control system. This issue impacted all airline operations. Authorities worked to resolve the system failure. Passengers experienced long waits. Flight plans were prepared manually, causing further delays and congestion.
Delhi IGI airport ATC glitch has ripple effect, 21 flights delayed at Hyderabad airport
Shamis wife moves SC, seeks Rs10 lakh monthly maintenance
New Delhi: The Supreme Court issued a notice to cricketer Mohammad Shami on Friday on a plea filed by his estranged wife, seeking enhancement of the interim maintenance granted to her and their minor daughter. A bench comprising Justices Manoj Misra and Ujjal Bhuyan sought Shamis response on his wifes plea challenging two orders passed 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 Airport Chaos: What To Do If Your Flight Is Delayed Or Cancelled? How To Get Refund?
The disruption, caused by a malfunction in the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system, has thrown flight schedules into disarray and caused ripple effects across multiple Indian cities
AI, women directors, and Rajinikanth: IFFI 2025 promises innovation and glamour
NEW DELHI: Highlights of this years International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will include several new initiatives reflecting innovation and inclusivity, such as the first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. Over 50 women directors have films featured in this years edition, underscoring the governments commitment to promoting Nari Shakti in cinema. More than 240 films from 81 countries will be screened, including 13 world premieres, four international premieres, and 46 Asian premieres. Superstar Rajinikanth will be felicitated at the closing ceremony for completing 50 years of his legendary cinematic journey. Other significant features include Centenary Tributes honoring legendary filmmakers Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla, Ritwik Ghatak, P. Bhanumathi, Bhupen Hazarika, and Salil Chowdhury. Special screenings of Chowdhurys Musafir, Ghataks Subarnarekha, and the restored version of V. Shantarams Dr. Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani will also be held during the festival. The nine-day festival will begin on November 20 in Goa. Departing from tradition, there will be no formal inauguration ceremony. Instead, a grand parade in Panaji is planned. Leading production houses, state governments, and cultural troupes from across the country will participate with their tableaux. According to Ajay Nagabhushan, Joint Secretary (Films), Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the festival received a record 2,314 submissions from 127 countries, highlighting IFFIs growing prominence on the global festival circuit. Speaking at a curtain-raiser event in New Delhi, Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan announced that OTT (over-the-top) awards would continue this year to recognize excellence in web and streaming content. He added that steps are being taken to strengthen anti-piracy laws and simplify film certification, while the Central Board of Film Certifications (CBFC) upcoming Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat certificate for multi-language films will further promote Indias cultural unity. Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of the Ministry, said Indian cinema is making a strong global impact, with Indian films outperforming Hollywood releases at the Australian box office. Japan, Spain, and Australia will bring new collaborations to IFFI this year. A grand carnival parade featuring production houses, states, and cultural groups will add a vibrant spirit, while a larger Film Bazaar will boost international co-productions, he stated. IFFIesta, a vibrant entertainment and cultural extravaganza, will celebrate music, culture, and entertainment during the event. It is designed to bring communities together through a blend of film, food, art, and interactive experiences, and aims to enhance youth participation and public engagement with the main festival. IFFI 2025 Festival Director Shekhar Kapur said that India is both the worlds largest film-making and film-watching nation, celebrating its peoples love for stories. He emphasized that storytelling builds understanding and peace across cultures. Highlighting the Film Bazaar, he called it a movement that empowers young creators through technology. He added that Artificial Intelligence should be seen as a creative tool helping storytellers share Indias stories with the world. The opening film of IFFI 2025 is Brazilian auteur Gabriel Mascaros The Blue Trail, a sci-fi and fantasy feature that follows a 75-year-old woman whose defiant voyage through the Amazon becomes a quiet manifesto on freedom, dignity, and the right to dream. The film won the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival. In total, the festival will present 15 competitive and curated segments, including International Competition, Best Debut Feature Film of a Director, ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal, and special segments such as Macabre Dreams, Docu-Montage, Experimental Films, UNICEF, and Restored Classics. Film enthusiasts can look forward to 21 masterclasses and panel discussions in 10 formats at Kala Academy, featuring luminaries such as Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Anupam Kher, Christopher Charles Corbould OBE, Bobby Deol, Aamir Khan, Ravi Varman, Kushboo Sundar, Suhasini Maniratnam, Pete Draper, and Sreekar Prasad. Sessions will range from editing and acting in the digital era to sustainability.
NEW DELHI: Amid concerns over the depleting number of combat squadrons in the Air Force, India and the United States have inked an agreement for the supply of engines for the LCA Mk1A fighter jets. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has entered into an agreement with M/s. General Electric Company, USA, on 7th November 2025 for the supply of 113 Nos of F404-GE-IN20 engines and support package for execution of 97 LCA Mk1A programme, said HAL on its social media handle. The engine deliveries would be from 2027 to 2032. The contract for 97 LCA Mk 1A was signed in September 2025, it added. The New Indian Express earlier reported that negotiations with GE for the engines were completed in September. In August, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) gave the go-ahead for 97 LCA Mk1A jets to be manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited at a cost of around Rs 67,000 crore. The new engines to be procured will be used for these combat jets. In the meantime, the Mk-1A has completed weapons integration trials, including the firing of Astra and Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAM). Giving the timeline of the deliveries, sources said the advanced LCA Mk2 is scheduled to be rolled out in 2027, while 83 Mk1A fighters are now expected by 2029, after a reported delay of four quarters. The Tejas Mk1A is the newer and improved version of India's single-engine, 4.5 generation delta wing multirole combat aircraft designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency. It will play an important role in mitigating the decrease in the quantity of combat jets and the overall fall in combat squadrons. As earlier brought out by The New Indian Express , the IAF had ordered 83 LCA Tejas Mk 1A at a cost of Rs 46,000 crore in 2021. Once this new order is completed in the stipulated 15 years, the IAF will have 40 LCA, over 180 LCA Mark-1A and at least 120 LCA Mark-2 planes. The fast dwindling combat fighter strength has resulted in anxiety in the IAF leadership. The 23 Squadron of the MiG-21 was number plated in September, bringing the current number of fighter squadrons below 30. Officially, the IAF is supposed to have 42 squadrons of combat squadrons. A squadron comprises 16-18 aircraft. In September, The New Indian Express noted the need for more combat squadrons than the sanctioned numbers to meet the contingency of a two-front conflict. Tejas is a single-engine, lightweight multi-role fighter, originally meant to replace the MiG-21. The first indigenous LCA was inducted in July 2016. The first IAF Squadron to induct the Tejas was the No 45 Squadron, the 'Flying Daggers'. Forty LCA Tejas Mk 1 fighters were ordered initially, of which 35 have been inducted till now.
NEW DELHI: In a veiled criticism directed at the Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that significant stanzas of Vande Mataram were removed in 1937, an act that, he claimed, sowed the seeds of partition. He further asserted that the divisive philosophy of that era remains a challenge before the nation even today. The spirit of Vande Mataram illuminated the entire nation during the freedom struggle. But unfortunately, in 1937, the key verses of Vande Matarama part of its soulwere separated. Vande Mataram was torn apart. This division of Vande Mataram also sowed the seeds of the nation's division. Why was this great mantra of nation-building treated with such injustice? It is important for todays generation to understand this, because that divisive thinking still poses a challenge to the country, Modi said. He was speaking at the inauguration of the year-long commemoration of 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram in New Delhi. On the occasion, he also released a commemorative stamp and coin. The Prime Minister observed that for those who consider the nation merely a geopolitical entity, the idea of viewing the nation as a mother may seem puzzling. But India is different. In India, the mother is the giver of birth, the nurturer, and when her children are in danger, she is also the destroyer of evil. In recent years, the world has witnessed the rise of this form of India. We have made unprecedented progress in science and technology, Modi said. Highlighting the timeless relevance of Vande Mataram, and in an apparent reference to Operation Sindoor, he remarked, When the enemy dared to attack Indias security and honour through terrorism, the whole world saw that if the new India embodies Kamala and Vimala (forms of Goddess Durga) in the service of humanity, it also knows how to become Durgathe wielder of ten weaponsfor the destruction of terror. Modi emphasized that Vande Mataram is not merely a word but a mantra, an energy, a dream, and a solemn resolve. This one phrase takes us back into history. It fills our present with self-confidence and gives us the courage to believe that there is no goal that Indians cannot achieve, he said. The celebrations witnessed mass singing of the full version of Vande Mataram at public places across the country, with widespread participation from citizens of all walks of life, held in conjunction with the main programme in the capital. The song was written by Bankimchandra Chatterji on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Navami, on November 7, 1875. Vande Mataram first appeared in the literary journal Bangadarshan as part of his novel Anandamath. The song, invoking the Motherland as the embodiment of strength, prosperity, and divinity, gave poetic expression to Indias awakening spirit of unity and self-respect, and soon became an enduring symbol of devotion to the nation. Modi added that November 7 marks a historic day as the nation celebrates 150 years of Vande Mataram, describing the occasion as one that would offer new inspiration and infuse fresh energy into our citizens. Today also marks 11 years since the implementation of One Rank One Pension (OROP) for our armed forces. When our soldiers crush the evil designs of the enemy and when the backbone of terrorism, Naxalism, and Maoist violence is broken, our security forces are guided by only one mantraand that mantra is Vande Mataram, the Prime Minister said.
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Govt proposes consumer law reforms to speed up case resolution, cut backlog
New Delhi is set to reform the Consumer Protection Act. The government plans to use artificial intelligence and digital platforms to speed up dispute resolution. Strict timelines for case disposal will be implemented. This initiative aims to reduce pending cases and ensure timely consumer justice. Reforms include virtual hearings and real-time case tracking.
