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Russian President Putin on two-day visit to India beginning December 4
New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin will undertake a two-day visit to India from December 4 to hold annual summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that is expected to produce significant outcomes to further solidify the bilateral strategic ties. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), announcing the visit, said on Friday that it will 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 .
'Dhurandhar' sees average response ahead of Friday release
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' is set for a wide release, but advance bookings suggest an average start with Rs 2.59 crore collected. Maharashtra and Delhi lead in earnings, while major cities show moderate occupancy. Trade experts project an opening between Rs 17-20 crore, with word-of-mouth crucial for weekend growth.
Capital green breached on Africa Avenue without approval, NDMC to begin probe
NEW DELHI: A private firm reportedly uprooted a green belt stretch and damaged an adjacent footpath on Africa Avenue in Sarojini Nagar on Wednesday, officials claimed. The stretch is maintained by the New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC). The site is located on the main road opposite Shaheed Sudhir Tyagi Marg in the Sarojini Nagar area. According to sources, the firm allegedly installed a gate in the area and created a path to allow vehicular entry. NDMC authorities have been notified, and a detailed enquiry into the incident is underway. Without permission, the firm uprooted the green belt and broke the footpath on Africa Avenue and installed a big gate there, said a source. Officials confirmed the extent of the damage, saying, The whole footpath and green belt have been damaged, and the new gate has been installed on the main road by breaking the boundary wall. The civil department has acknowledged the incident and said an enquiry is in progress. NDMCs green belts form a network of gardens, parks, and public green spaces across the city, including iconic locations such as Lodhi Garden, Nehru Park, and Central Park in Connaught Place. The corporation has been promoting urban greening through initiatives to plant more trees to improve air quality. Earlier this year, the NDMC was awarded the top position in the Super Swachh League of the Swachh Survekshan Awards, in the category of cities with populations between 50,000 and three lakh.
Delhi clears Rs 3,000 crore plan to redevelop 402 km of roads by March 2026
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government has approved a major infrastructural plan to redevelop 402 kilometres of city roads by March next year. Spearheaded by the Public Works Department (PWD), the initiative aims to upgrade the citys road network with modern engineering standards, reduce congestion points, and enforce strict accountability mechanisms. The plan accommodates the road projects spanning 301 kilometres operating under the Central Road Fund (CRF) and 101 kilometres the state fund. PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma said that Delhi deserves world-class roads built with honesty, speed, and zero tolerance for corruption. This is not just road construction. This is about setting new standards for mobility in the capital, he said. The CRF component focuses on high-traffic corridors and arterial routes critical to interstate and intra-city movement. The key stretches under the CRF component include Eastern Approach Road, Wazirabad; Road No 68, North East Delhi; old GT Road; Road No 59, Loni Border; Narela-Alipur Road; Bhajanpura-Yamuna Vihar Main Road; Seelampur-Shastri Park corridor; and Karawal Nagar Road. The sources said that tenders for several CRF projects have already been floated and the completion targets have been set for February and March. On the other hand, the state-funded road projects will cover primary roads, neighbourhood connectors, institutional corridors, and dense residential stretches. The projects under this category include Bipin Chandra Pal Marg to CR Park; Kali Mandir Road, South East Delhi; Surajkund Road; Press Enclave Road: Sheikh Sarai-Panchsheel Road: Khel Gaon Marg; Mandir Marg-Karol Bagh Road; New Friends Colony Link Road: and Rajokri-NH 48 service lane corridor. The PWD minister has made categorical assertions about quality control and time-bound delivery for these projects.
BJP secured seven out of twelve seats in the MCD by-elections, while AAP won three and Congress one. Despite losing two seats, BJP's vote share surged, whereas AAP's saw a sharp decline. The results bring BJP closer to the majority mark in the Delhi Municipal Corporation.
Putin's India Visit Begins Today: PM Modi to host dinner; defence, trade talks on agenda
Ahead of Putin's visit, Russia also gave the go-ahead to a key defence deal between Moscow and New Delhi.
On December 4, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 13.059 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,971 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 1,91,100 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
What led to cancellation of over 200 IndiGo flights; fares touching Rs 43,000
IndiGo is experiencing significant flight turmoil, impacting hundreds of thousands of travelers due to over 200 cancelled flights and delays reaching up to 10 hours. The airline attributes these challenges to a shortage of pilots and new operational rules. As travel peaks, aviation regulators have called upon IndiGo's leadership to address the chaos and outline a recovery strategy.
Delhi Shelter Homes Not Fit To Shelter Homeless
Over 15L new cancer cases in 2024, Delhi accounts for 28,000+
Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Delhi has significantly boosted occupancy and tariffs for the city's five-star hotels. Alongside major international events, the presidential suite at ITC Maurya is booked, with other top hotels also sold out. This surge in demand, driven by both official delegations and upcoming weddings, highlights the impact of large-scale events on the hospitality sector.
Brace for jams as Gaur Chowk lanes shut to shift sewer lines
If air is free, why is breathing a privilege? Protesters seek panel to fix accountability
Wheelchair model to blind Lt Col, President awards 32 special talents
Puff in car? Petty penalties fill up coffers
Residents of South Delhi are advocating for the AIIMS-Safdarjung corridor to be officially designated as a critical zone for traffic bottlenecks and pollution. They express concerns over chronic traffic jams and unclear road markings that obstruct ambulance access and complicate daily travel.
Tractors in the fog: Gangs mining sand under Delhi officials' noses
Amid government assurances, the stark reality of illegal sand mining persists on the banks of the Yamuna River, particularly around Jagatpur village. Nightly, tractors rumble silently, plundering the floodplain's resources for construction purposes, leaving behind a trail of environmental degradation marked by eroding banks. Officials are aware of these organized operations but struggle to confront them effectively.
Noida adding 2.2k connections each mth, 120 MW power demand annually
Seminars outside DU: New norm for faculty members
Players complaints on outdated and dictatorial coaching style led to Harendras resignation
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: The sudden resignation of Indian womens hockey team head coach Harendra Singh was prompted by a series of players complaints against his outdated and dictatorial style of working. Harendra, who joined the team in April 2024, surprised the fraternity by resigning as head coach on Monday. Sources, however, revealed to PTI []
Bypoll brings little cheer for major parties
Smog lifts slightly, but AQI stays very poor
Only 20% of housing projects in Noida have cleared their dues
Prez Murmu presents national awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
NEW DELHI, Dec 3 : President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday presented the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities for the year 2025 at a ceremony here to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. According to the press release issued by Press Information Bureau, the President said that Divyangjan deserve equality. Ensuring their equal participation in the developmental journey of society and the country is the duty of all stakeholders, rather than a matter of charity. [] The post Prez Murmu presents national awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Homi Bhabhas Nuclear Programme for peaceful purposes found vindication under Modi: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today said that Indias nuclear programme has achieved a historic vindication of Dr. Homi Bhabhas pledge and declaration to the world that Indias Nuclear Programme is dedicated to peaceful purposes. He added that this commitment has found its strongest realisation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as Indias nuclear capabilities are now delivering transformative gains in healthcare, agriculture, drinking water purification and other citizen-centric domains. Dr. Jitendra [] The post Homi Bhabhas Nuclear Programme for peaceful purposes found vindication under Modi: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Growth takes time, hard work and commitment needed: CJI to first generation lawyers
NEW DELHI, Dec 3 : Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Wednesday advised first-generation lawyers to focus on building credibility through hard work and patience. He was speaking at a panel discussion on the topic WE (Women Empowerment in Law): on Strength, Struggle and Success organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association. Initially, when I joined the profession, there was a complete sense of uncertainty. As a first-generation lawyer in the family, there was nobody to guide me. [] The post Growth takes time, hard work and commitment needed: CJI to first generation lawyers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tobacco excise duty not extra tax, revenue to be shared with states: FM
NEW DELHI, Dec 3 : Excise duty sought to be levied on tobacco and its products through a new Bill will ensure that tax incidence on demerit items does not fall after the recent GST overhaul, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, vowing to share revenues collected with states. Replying to the debate on the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, Sitharaman said this is not an additional tax, and the tax burden, as currently applicable under the GST [] The post Tobacco excise duty not extra tax, revenue to be shared with states: FM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Narrow and crowded: 7 Ghaziabad junctions set for revamp
Industry needs to quickly identify weak spots, reduce dependence on single geography: Goyal
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday urged the industry to quickly identify weak spots, focus on innovation, and reduce dependence on any single geography to ensure long-term resilience and growth. The minister said that these initiatives are important as we have seen the weaponisation of trade in recent times. He regretted that the industry has not taken up these issues seriously. The need of the hour is that we focus on innovation, we focus [] The post Industry needs to quickly identify weak spots, reduce dependence on single geography: Goyal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo issues apology as widespread operational disruptions continue for second Day
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: At least 38 IndiGo flights were cancelled at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) between Tuesday midnight and Wednesday evening due to technical glitches and operational issues. An IndiGo spokesperson attributed the disruptions to a combination of unforeseen operational challenges, citing minor technical glitches, winter-related schedule adjustments, adverse weather, increased air traffic congestion, and the implementation of updated crew rostering rules linked to Flight Duty Time Limitations. The airline stated that these factors produced a cumulative [] The post IndiGo issues apology as widespread operational disruptions continue for second Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Speculation in the political circles of Jharkhand was that Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his wife, Kalpana Soren, had recently visited Delhi and met with some top BJP leaders and engaged in talks with the likely shift of power in the State
Fight against pollution cant be left to govt alone: HC
Railway police bust two gangs of women robbers and recover stolen jewellery and cash
Bad air: No let-up in severity of situation
Nepal, India to discuss supply of aviation fuel through pipeline
Officials from the two countries are set to hold a meeting next week in New Delhi, said an official at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry
High-level panel formed to improve air quality: Delhi CM
Delhi residents protest against rising pollution, demand concrete plan
Noida man opts for new meter, conned of Rs 4 lakh
Site manager, 3 others steal cables from airport, held
EAM Jaishankar issues BIG warning to US, Europe: 'They would be net losers if...'
Speaking at India's World Annual Conclave 2025 in capital New Delhi on Wednesday, Jaishankar took a question on the rising political and social backlash against immigration in several nations and argued that the debate is often misplaced.
Delhi HC junks plea for court-monitored probe in Red Fort blast case
Discom to track broken poles, cables ahead of infra overhaul
Insurance company cant decide line of treatment, docs will: Consumer forum
Govt drops order on Sanchar Saathi app after Oppn backlash
Snooping with state-run app neither possible, nor will it happen New Delhi: The government on Wednesday withdrew its directive requiring smartphone makers to pre-install a state-run cybersecurity application on all new devices, as it moved to quell rising concerns that the measure could have compromised user privacy or enabled surveillance. The Sanchar Saathi app, which [] The post Govt drops order on Sanchar Saathi app after Oppn backlash appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Authority gives approval, Western Sydney University set to open first campus in Greater Noida
RTE admissions delayed in UP as portal awaits key updates
Labour Minister Mandaviya issues detailed rebuttal to Congress president Kharge on new labour codes
NEW DELHI: Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday undertook a strong defence of the newly implemented Labour Codes . In a statement posted on X, he issued a point by point rebuttal of the charges levied against the codes earlier in the day by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. The opposition parties today staged a protest in the Parliament House complex demanding the immediate withdrawal of the codes.Billing the labour codes anti-labour, anti-worker and pro-cronies! on X, Kharge charged them of posing athreat to job security, creating longer workdays and weakening the trade unions. Tagging Kharge in his post, Mandaviya said, Everything you said about the Labour Codes is misleading and false. Job security fully protected Elaborating, the Labour Minister said that Fixed Term Employees (FTEs) will enjoy all benefits that Permanent Employees enjoy -Employees Provident Fund, Employees State Insurance, timely wages and minimum wages A mandatory one-month notice and retrenchment compensation remains intact, he said. A Reskilling Fund has been introduced for the first time. Increasing the threshold will boost job creation, giving employers flexibility to hire more people directly instead of through contractors. More formal jobs mean more social security, fixed wages, safety norms, and assured benefits, the very things Congress failed to expand in decades, the Labour Minister charged. FTEs are now eligible for gratuity after just one year, another first under the Modi Government, he said. New Labour Codes: Push power, judicial, urban reforms next Flexibilityin working hours Weekly working hours remain strictly capped at 48 hours. Workers can choose to work 12 hours per day for just four days and avail three paid holidays, he said. Any work beyond normal hours requires double overtime pay with the employees consent, he added. Trade Unions get statutory backing as the negotiating union. These reforms prevent flash strikes that harm workers wages and public convenience, he claimed. Reduced disruption means fewer lost man-days and more stable incomes for workers, the Ministy added.Collective bargaining is strengthened, not undermined, he felt. Labour Codes expand protections to 40 crore unorganised sector workers, including Gig & Platform workers, he said. Health, safety, and welfare rights fully apply to all establishments. No sector-specific protections have been removed. Journalists, beedi workers, and others continue to receive the same protections as before, Mandaviya said.Appointment letters are now mandatory for every employee. Charging the Congress of attacking reforms it never had the vision to introduce, the Minister said, The Modi government stands firmly for workers welfare, job creation, formalisation, and social security. Many non-National Democratic Alliance states have already enforced the labour codes amending their existing labour laws, he pointed out.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has directed states and authorities to submit their 2026 annual action plans by December-end. These plans will focus on controlling air pollution with weekly and monthly targets. Key areas include road repair, dust control, public transport, and industry compliance. Delhi officials are tasked with intensive on-ground monitoring and deploying mechanical road sweepers.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has directed states and authorities to submit their 2026 annual action plans by December-end. These plans will focus on controlling air pollution with weekly and monthly targets. Key areas include road repair, dust control, public transport, and industry compliance. Delhi officials are tasked with intensive on-ground monitoring and deploying mechanical road sweepers.
ICAR data: Madhya Pradesh leads parali burning with 52% of fire events among six states
BHOPAL: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhans home state, Madhya Pradesh, is contributing the maximum to parali burning (paddy residue/stubble burning) in the country, data showed. As per the recent statistics pertaining to monitoring paddy residue burning in the country via satellite remote sensing, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) said as many as 33,028 active burning events in six study states. The six study states included Punjab, Haryana, UP, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. As per the recent report, out of the 33,028 active fire events detected across the six states, a maximum 17,067 or 52% events were detected in MP. Importantly, these 17,067 active burning events detected in MP, between September 15 and November 30, 2025, were more than the collective 15,961 similar active events reported in the same period in the five other states. Among the five other states, 5,114 burning events were detected in Punjab, 662 in Haryana, 7,290 in UP, 2, 890 in Rajasthan and just five in Delhi. A similar picture was revealed when it came to 292 crop residue active burning events detected in the six study states on November 30. MP again attained the top position with 160 burning events, which was more than the total 132 burning events in the five other states. Burning events detected in the five other states on November 30, included two in Punjab, three in Punjab, 125 in UP, zero in Delhi and just two in Rajasthan. Further analysis of the crop residue burning events detected through the satellite remote sensing technology revealed that the Gwalior-Chambal region contributed the maximum to stubble burning in the forest-rich central Indian state. 'Incorrect to pass burden onto farmers': SC questions blaming stubble burning for Delhi pollution Out of the 17,067 active burning events between September 15 and November 30, a maximum of 2,643 were reported in Sheopur district, which borders Rajasthan. As many as 1,930 events were detected in Gwalior district of the same Gwalior-Chambal region, followed by 1,797 such events in the adjoining Datia district. The other districts of the same region where significant active burning events were detected included Ashoknagar (506) and Morena district (64). Even when it came to the 160 active burning events detected on November 30 in the state, Gwalior district contributed the maximum at 62. At least 98 or 61% of the total 160 active burning events in MP as on November 30 were detected in districts of Gwalior-Chambal region. Jabalpur district in Mahakoshal region, adjoining Hoshangabad district of central MP and Satna district in Vindhya region were close behind the districts of Gwalior-Chambal region. According to informed sources, MP having the dubious distinction of being the leader in paddy stubble burning isnt a new phenomenon, but has been happening at least since the last two years. The state government tabled figures related to cases registered against those indulging in Parali burning since April 2020 in the Vidhan Sabha on Tuesday. A total of 546 such cases were registered against offenders in various parts of the state in little less than five years. Out of those 546 cases, as many as 506 cases were registered between December 2023 and November 2025. According to Gwalior district collector Ruchika Chauhan, the Parali burning incidents have declined significantly this year compared to last two years, due to multi-pronged efforts by authorities, including imposing penalties ranging between Rs 5,000 and Rs 15,000 based on area of cultivation, use of harvesters having machines to ensure that crop residue is negligible and sustained awareness campaigns.
J&K has Rs 196.29 Cr pending liabilities under MGNREGS
New Delhi, Dec 3:Jammu & Kashmir has pending liabilities of Rs 196.29 crore under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), according to data presented in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. Responding to a question on funds owed to States under the scheme, Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, said the Union Territory [] The post J&K has Rs 196.29 Cr pending liabilities under MGNREGS appeared first on Northlines .
Eight lakh children dropped out of schools in academic year, 3.7 lakh girls: Minister
NEW DELHI: India recorded nearly 8.5 lakh out-of-school children (OoSC) in 2025-26, of whom 3.7 lakh were girls, the Centre informed the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. In a written reply, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, said that in 2024-25, the provisional figure for total OoSC was 11,76,894, of whom 5,09,499 were girls. She said the key reasons for children dropping out of school included migration, the socio-economic condition of families, the imposition of domestic responsibilities on children, and the need for children to work. A year later, the number of out-of-school children stood at 8,49,991 in 2025-26 (provisional), while the figure for girls was 3,78,877. In 2021-22, when the OoSC number stood at 27,79,644, there were 12,68,594 girls among them. In 2022-23, the OoSC number was 9,83,610, with 4,71,846 girls. In 2023-24, the total OoSC figure was 7,80,669, of whom 3,54,653 were girls. Thakur said that to reduce dropout rates, the Department of School Education and Literacy under the Union Education Ministry is implementing Samagra Shiksha , an integrated scheme for school education launched in 2018-19, covering the entire gamut from pre-school to Class XII. Among the various steps taken are the opening and strengthening of new schools up to the senior secondary level; construction of school buildings and additional classrooms; setting up, upgrading and running of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas; establishing Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Avasiya Vidyalayas; provision of free uniforms, free textbooks and transport allowance; enrolment and retention drives; construction of hostels under the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan for unsaturated ST populations; and reimbursement under the RTE Act. The Samagra Shiksha scheme has been aligned with the recommendations of NEP 2020 to ensure that all children have access to quality education within an equitable and inclusive classroom environment that considers diverse backgrounds, multilingual needs and differing academic abilities, and encourages active participation in learning. More initiatives to address the issue The minister said the government has also undertaken initiatives such as the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) and the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID to monitor dropout rates and other education indicators. In addition, support is being provided through special training for age-appropriate admission of out-of-school children and training programmes for older residential and non-residential students. Seasonal hostels or residential camps, special training centres at worksites, and transport or escort facilities are also being provided to bring out-of-school children back into the formal education system. Financial assistance of up to 2,000 per annum is being provided to out-of-school children aged 1619 years, belonging to socio-economically disadvantaged groups, to help them complete their education through NIOS/SIOS and access course materials and certification. Under the student-oriented component for children with special needs, the scheme provides financial assistance for identification and assessment, aids and appliances, Braille kits and books, appropriate teachinglearning material, and stipends for girl students with disabilities. All states and Union Territories have been directed to reduce dropout rates and the number of out-of-school children. States have also been asked to participate in the Bringing Children Back to School campaign with active involvement of School Management Committees and community participation through Panchayati Raj Institutions.
Red Fort blast: HC refuses to entertain PIL
DGCA takes BIG action after IndiGo flight disruptions, asks the airline to...
On Wednesday, thousands of passengers at several major Indian airports -- including those serving Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru -- were affected by the disruptions. As per reports, there were multiple reasons behind the nationwide disruption of IndiGo flights, including an acute shortage of crew.
Boost for last-mile link in Dwarka
Faculty vacancies in central universities drop to 25.44% in 2025: Education Ministry
NEW DELHI: Minister of State for Education, Sukanta Mazumdar, informed the Rajya Sabha that the number of faculty vacancies in Central Universities stood at 25.44%in 2025. In a written response submitted in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday to a query from MPAnil Kumar Yadav Mandadi, Mazumdar said, There has been a substantial increase in the sanctioned faculty posts to 18,951 in 2025 from 16,324 in 2014. Despite the 16% increase in total sanctioned faculty posts, the faculty vacancies reduced to 25.44% in the year 2025 from 36.97% average vacancies in the central universities during the period 2009-2014. He said that the occurrence of vacancies and filling them up was a continuous process. The vacancies arise due to retirement, resignation and additional requirements on account of enhanced students strength. The Education Ministry and the University Grants Commission (UGC) regularly monitor the institutions and theand the Central Universities have been directed to fill up the vacancies in regular mode, he added. Elaborating on other steps taken, the Minister said the UGC launched a unified recruitment portal, CU-Chayan, on April 2, 2023, to provide a common platform for listing of vacancies/advertisements/jobs across all central universities. The universities have also been instructed to publish rolling advertisements on their websites throughout the year to address the difficulties faced in getting eligible candidates. The mandatory condition of a PhD for Assistant Professor has also been relaxed. Further, through special recruitment drives started in September 2022, more than 8,320 teaching posts have been filled in the Central Universities till date, he added.
Pilots say IndiGo's pay freeze, winter route expansion without new hires caused current woes
NEW DELHI: Indias largest pilot association, The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP), has come out with a slew of charges against Indigo airlines for the spate of cancellations and delays on Wednesday and Tuesday. It plans to raise these points with the aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Aviation Ministry. The FIP has a membership of nearly 6,000 aviation professionals, employed in India and abroad. In a strongly-worded release to the media, Captain CS Randhawa, president of FIP, said the Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) regulations imposed on airlines cannot be blamed for the present chaos, as all airlines in the country face the same issue and have remained largely unaffected because of timely planning. The current disruption is the direct consequence of IndiGos prolonged and unorthodox lean manpower strategy across departments, particularly in flight operations. Despite the two-year preparatory window before full Flight Duty Time Limit implementation, the airline inexplicably adopted a hiring freeze, entered non-poaching arrangements, maintained a pilot pay freeze through cartel-like behaviour, and demonstrated other short-sighted planning practices, the association charged in a statement. Following the rollout of Phase 1 of the Flight Duty Time Limit on July 1 this year, IndiGo reduced pilot leave quotas, and after Phase 2 on November 1, 2025, it attempted to buy back pilot leave days, the association charged. These measures saw poor response and further damaged pilot and employee moraleespecially in a year when airline executives took home record increments approaching or exceeding 100%, while simultaneously blaming pilot migration instead of investing in retention and workplace improvements, FIP said. DGCA investigates Indigo as flight cancellations spike to 1,232 in November 'End Indigo Standard Time, shift to true IST' The fog season in winter demands higher pilot availability and IndiGo expanded its winter schedule without recruiting or training additional pilots, raising serious questions about operational responsibility, the association charged. Captain Randhawa alleged, There are growing concerns that flight delays and cancellations may be used as an 'immature pressure tactic' to arm-twist regulators whenever rules do not suit airlines, instead of engaging in introspection and constructive compliancereverting yet again to the outdated narrative of 'Blame the Pilots'. FIP strongly advocated that the DGCA must approve seasonal flight schedules only after airlines prove they have adequate pilot strength under the new Flight Duty Time Limit norms to operate safely and reliably. If IndiGo continues to fail in delivering on its commitments to passengers due to its own avoidable staffing shortages, FIP urges DGCA to consider re-evaluating and reallocating slots to airlines such as Air India, Akasa Air and others who have the capacity to operate them without disruption during the peak holiday and fog season, FIP said. 'IndiGo Standard Time has increasingly become synonymous with delays and cancellations and it is time for the airline to return to Indian Standard Time, the association charged. Indigo cancels over 200 flights in single day due to 'crew shortage'; passengers react angrily Indigo cancels over 200 flights in single day due to 'crew shortage'; 'shut down,' say enraged passengers
UAPA case: Apex court asks accused to furnish permanent addresses
Chaos at IGI as IndiGo flights late, cancelled or rescheduled
Panel led by CM to monitor steps to combat bad air
In Delhi, DK Shivakumar says not meeting central leadership
New Delhi: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday dismissed speculation about meeting the partys central leadership in Delhi amid a tussle for the CMs post in the state. The Congress leader said he was in the national capital to attend a wedding and oversee preparations for the December 14 Vote Chori rally. 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 man used ChatGPT to trap scammer who then pleaded for mercy, here's how
When the scammer sent a QR code demanding payment from a different number with an Army profile picture, the Delhi man avoided it, claiming technical difficulties scanning it.
Delhi Sees This Year's Coldest December Day As Maximum Temperature Drops
Delhi experienced its coldest December day so far this year on Wednesday, with the maximum temperature dropping to 23.7 degrees Celsius, which was 1.6 degrees below the season's normal.
Nagaur MP demands safe return of 61 Indians trapped in Russia-Ukraine war ahead of Putins visit
Beniwal raised the issue during Zero Hour in Lok Sabha; the MEA has said that it has taken up the matter with Russian authorities, both in Delhi and Moscow
Entry test for Class VI at CM Shri schools valid: HC
IndiGo cancels over 100 flights on crew woes; DGCA probes situation, seeks mitigation plans
MUMBAI/NEW DELHI, Dec 3: IndiGo cancelled more than 100 flights at various airports, and scores of services were delayed on Wednesday as the countrys largest airline grappled with significant operational disruptions mainly due to crew shortage. Aviation watchdog DGCA said it is investigating IndiGo flight disruptions and has asked the airline to submit the reasons for the current situation as well as the plans to reduce flight cancellations and delays. As part of the calibrated adjustments announced by IndiGo, there [] The post IndiGo cancels over 100 flights on crew woes; DGCA probes situation, seeks mitigation plans appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
An AIIMS Delhi neurologist has warned that pure vegetarians are naturally more prone to vitamin B12 deficiency because plants do not produce this nutrient. Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve health, red blood cell formation and DNA synthesis. Experts say vegetarians should rely on fortified foods, dairy, eggs and supplements to maintain adequate levels.
Safeguarding India-Russia ties from Trump pressure is top priority for Putin, says Russian analyst
As the Russian President arrives in Delhi for talks, top Russian analyst says India is a pragmatist that will not give up profits earned from Russian crude purchases; India, Russia likely to sign deal on worker mobility
Russian President Putins Dec 4-5 visit to Delhi set to reboot 70 year old relationship
Renovated energy deals, Defence contracts as also labour mobility top the agenda By T N Ashok How a seemingly routine bilateral summit could reset global energy flows, defence alignments, and Asias security geometrics. When Vladimir Putin steps onto the tarmac in New Delhi on December 4 , it will not be merely another [] The post Russian President Putins Dec 4-5 visit to Delhi set to reboot 70 year old relationship appeared first on Northlines .
Centre evasive on delay in appointments to National Commission for Minorities
Over a month after the Delhi High Court sought a response on long-pending vacancies, the Minority Affairs Ministry offers no timeline for filling posts in the NCM
Manipur water-law debate turns political slugfest over Presidents rule
New Delhi: The discussion on the implementation of the Water Pollution Act in Manipur, which is under the Presidents Rule, turned into a political slugfest as several opposition members targeted the ruling BJP and demanded restoration of the democratic set-up in the state. Participating in the discussion to extend the Water (Prevention and Control of 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 must break...': Former Bangladesh Army general's shocking comments amid strained ties
The shocking remarks were made by Brigadier General (retired) Abdullahil Amaan Azmi, who is the son of former Jamaat-e-Islami chief Ghulam Azam. His comments came during an event at the National Press Club in the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka, drawing outrage from New Delhi.
Delhi Man Outsmarts Scammer Using ChatGPT, Viral Post Shows Fraudster Begging For Mercy
The incident started when the man received a message on Facebook from someone impersonating his college senior, an IAS officer.
Maharashtra religious trust helped Yemeni couple overstay in India, got Aadhaar, PAN for them: ED
NEW DELHI: A Maharashtra-based Trust, under scanner of the MHA for alleged FCRA violation, and its trustees aided a Yemeni couple to overstay in India after the expiry of their visas and also got them Aadhaar, PAN and birth certificates, the ED said on Wednesday. The federal probe agency conducted multiple searches on December 1 after registering a money laundering case against Nandurbar-based Jamia Ismalia Ishatul Uloom (JIIU) Trust and some others. The raids were undertaken in the northwestern district of the state, apart from Mumbai and Barmer in Rajasthan. In July last year, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) cancelled the registration of the trust under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), finding that it was involved in channelling foreign contribution funds to some other non-FCRA-registered NGO. About a dozen premises linked to the trust, Yemeni national Al-Khadami Khaled Ibrahim Saleh, and others were searched, the probe agency said in a statement. The money laundering case stems from a February FIR filed by the Nandurbar police (Akkalkuwa Police Station) and a subsequent chargesheet filed by it against a number of entities in April this year. The accused included JIIU founder late Ghulam Mohammad Randhera Vastanvi, Saleh, and his wife Khadega Ibrahim Kasim Al-Nasheri, and a few others. The ED said the Yemeni nationals were allegedly aided by the accused in illegally overstaying in India after the expiry of their visas. The co-accused also provided shelter and facilitated fraudulent procurement of Aadhaar, PAN (permanent account number), birth certificates and opening of bank accounts. JIIU allegedly appointed Al-Khadhami as a madrasa teacher to falsely portray foreign staffing to donors, in order to attract higher overseas funding, the agency said. ED's preliminary investigation has found that JIIU received Rs 406 crore in foreign donations (between 2014-15 to 2023-24) from Kuwait, Botswana, UK, Mauritius, Switzerland, Seychelles, Panama etc, and it also received and used substantial amounts in cash. Early findings indicate that donation funds were diverted for non-approved uses, in violation of statutory norms, according to the agency. Seized evidence indicate misuse of the tag of 'national research incentives for organisational self-funding' as the trust received donations from other bodies and NGOs, it said. The agency seized Rs 9 lakh in cash apart from digital devices during the raids.
Vegetarians may be more prone to vitamin B12 deficiency; heres why
Vegetarians, beware! A vital nutrient, Vitamin B12, often goes unnoticed, despite its crucial role in energy, clear thinking, and nerve health. AIIMS Delhi doctor Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat highlights that plants don't produce B12, leaving vegetarians vulnerable to deficiency. Early signs like fatigue and tingling can be easily missed, underscoring the need for fortified foods or supplements.
DGCA investigates Indigo as flight cancellations spike to 1,232 in November
NEW DELHI: A total of 1,232 flights were cancelled by Indigo in November with 755 of them cancelled due to crew and Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) constraints, said an official release from the aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The regulator is investigating the present situation with the airline and is working with it to reduce cancellations and delays. An official release from the regulator said that 92 of these cancellations were an outcome of Air Traffic Control System failure, 258 were due to airport or airspace restrictions while other causes were behind the cancellation of 127 flights. These stats were based on data submitted by Indigo to the regulator. The DGCA said, A large share of cancellations arose from crew/FDTL compliance and airport/airspace/ATC-related factors, many of which lie beyond the operators direct control. The revised rostering rules for pilots and cabin crew, which offered them more rest every week and lesser flight landings during night hours, were introduced from November 1. DGCA probing reasons The aviation regulator said it is currently investigating the situation and evaluating measures along with the airline to reduce cancellations and delays in order to minimise inconvenience being caused to passengers. Indigo has been asked to report to DGCA Headquarters to present the facts leading to the current situation along with plans to mitigate the ongoing delays and cancellations. On Time performance too slid rapidly in Nov Indigos reputation on punctuality took a massive beating in November when its performance metrics dipped from 84.1% in October to just 67.7% in November. The key contributors to the delays were ATC (16%), Operations crew (6%), airport facility issues 3% and others 98%), the DGCA said. The corrective measures being undertaken presently is strengthening the crew planning and rostering, enhancing co-ordination with Air Traffic Control and airports to manage capacity constraints and improving turnaround and disruption-management processes, it added.
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Delhi unfurls Red Carpet as Putin returns to strengthen arc of ties
NEW DELHI: The national capital is all set to roll out the red carpet as Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives from Moscow on Thursday for a tightly packed two-day state visit laced with high-level diplomacy, economic negotiations and ceremonial grandeur. His first India trip in four years, the visit is designed to inject fresh momentum into the IndiaRussia partnership at a time of shifting geopolitical alignments. Putin touches down in the capital on Thursday evening, followed by a private dinner with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a signal of the political weight both sides are placing on the engagement and their ties. The formal proceedings begin on Friday with a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhawan, after which Putin will pay homage at Rajghat before heading into talks with Modi for the 23rd IndiaRussia annual summit. At the heart of the summit is an ambitious effort to accelerate an IndiaEAEU free trade agreement. Both leaders are expected to set a clear timeline for negotiations with the Eurasian Economic Union, comprising Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan, a pact New Delhi hopes will help narrow a widening trade imbalance. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Andrei Belousov will co-chair the 22nd IndiaRussia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation in New Delhi on Thursday. The meeting will review the full spectrum of bilateral defence ties A high-powered Russian delegation, including Maxim Oreshkin, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office; Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov; Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut; Health Minister Mikhail Murashko; Deputy Industry and Trade Minister Alexey Gruzdev; and Deputy Digital Development Minister Sergey Kuchushev will lead an economic outreach push at a dedicated business meet on Friday. Kremlin sets tone for secure trade architecture; S-400, Su-57 to dominate Putins India visit Agenda The session is expected to spotlight new opportunities for Indian exporters at a time when bilateral trade has hit a historic USD 68.7 billion, driven overwhelmingly by Indian energy imports. Indias exports, at USD 4.9 billion against imports of USD 63.8 billion, remain a key concern. Acknowledging this imbalance, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Moscow is jointly looking at possibilities of increasing imports from India. Putin, speaking at the VTB Investment Forum ahead of his trip, said he and Prime Minister Modi will specifically review ways to expand Indian shipments. Security across Delhi has been intensified to an unprecedented degree. Central Delhi is draped in Russian flags, with multi-layered deployments of Delhi Police, paramilitary units and specialised security teams following a recent blast in the city. Barricades, restricted zones and constant patrols blanket areas around official venues and hotels. More than 50 Russian advanced security personnel have already inspected routes, ahead of Putins 130-member delegation. A series of agreements spanning trade, health care, mobility, media and economic cooperation is expected during the visit. A major highlight is a forthcoming RoscosmosISRO pact on rocket-engine technology a fresh boost to a space partnership that began with the launch of Indias Aryabhata satellite in 1975. The visit concludes Friday night with a state banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, after which Putin is scheduled to depart for Moscow. Putins India visit to spotlight expanding trade, defence and health partnerships
Delhis Air Quality remains very poor, 32 atations affected
New Delhi: Delhiites inhaled toxic air on Wednesday as the air quality was recorded in the very poor category with an AQI reading of 342, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 342 at 4 pm, compared to 372 on Tuesday and 304 on Monday, 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 .
Maharashtra prison authorities fail to produce accused in courts on 55 dates: SC orders inquiry
NEW DELHI: Expressing its strongest displeasure the way the Maharashtra Prison offcials repeatedly failed to produce an undertrial accused before the trial court on a majority of hearing dates, the Supreme Court criticised the jail staff and said it was shocked at the conduct of the State authorities. We are shocked at the conduct of the State authorities. The production of an accused before the Court is not only to ensure speedy trial but more importantly, as a safeguard so that the prisoner is not abused otherwise, and he comes directly in contact with the Court so as to air his grievances if any, against the authorities. We find that there has been grave infraction of such fundamental safeguard, which is appalling and shocking. We deprecate the same., the top court remarked. A two-judge bench of the apex court, headed by Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Prashant Kumar Mishra made these observations while dealing with a case where the accused -- Sashi alias Shahi Chikna Vivekanand Jurmani -- who was in the custody for more than four years, was not presented before the Trial Court on 55 out of a total of 85 trial dates. We direct the Director General of Prisons, State of Maharashtra or whoever is the designated Head of Department of Prisons, to conduct a personal inquiry into the matter and fix responsibility and take action against the persons concerned. It is made clear that if any attempt is made to protect or shield any person, the Director General of Prisons/Head of Department of Prisons to whom we are entrusting the inquiry, shall be personally held responsible for the same, the apex court said in its order. It also said that a report in this regard should be submitted to this Court by filing an affidavit personally affirmed by the aforesaid officer, within two months from December 3. While delving into the merits of the present matter, the court said it find that a case for bail has been made out. Accordingly, the petitioner be released on bail, subject to such terms and conditions as may be imposed by the concerned Court, said the top court. The petitioner, Jurmani, sought bail in connection with an FIR in 2021, registered at police station Vitthalwadi, Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra. The initial allegation against the petitioner in the FIR was that he, along with others, including co-accused Umesh alias Omi Bansilal Kishnani had stabbed the deceased, a Police Constable. However, the deceased, who died after two months of the incident, had clearly stated in his statement that the petitioner along with co-accused, Kishnani had only assaulted him with fists and kicks. Further, the deceased had also stated that it was co-accused Naresh who had inflicted knife injury on the Police Constable. In the statement of the Police Constable, Ganesh Ashok Damale, he has not named anybody and only described the physical built of the accused. The petitioner submitted that he was is in custody for over four years without any criminal antecedent and the co-accused Kishnani, who is identically situated, had been granted bail. It was further submitted that the trial is going on and out of 85 dates in the trial, on 55 dates, the petitioner was not even produced before the Court.
Fake News is a Threat to Democracy Says Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, December, 03: Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha that the issue raised regarding social media and fake news is a very serious matter. He stated that fake news poses a threat to Indias democracy and emphasised the need for strict action on social media platforms, misinformation [] The post Fake News is a Threat to Democracy Says Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Karnataka's chief ministerial post remains undecided despite meetings between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar. The Congress high command faces a complex challenge involving loyalty, caste arithmetic, and the party's future in the state. Both leaders are awaiting a decision from Delhi, with potential solutions ranging from status quo to power rotation.
IndiGo Grapples With Significant Disruptions On Crew Woes; Cancels Over 100 Flights
MUMBAI/ NEW DELHI, Dec 3: IndiGo cancelled more than 100 flights at various airports and scores of services were delayed on Wednesday as the countrys largest airline grappled with significant operational disruptions mainly due to crew shortage and announced calibrated schedule adjustments for the next 48 hours to normalise the operations. As part of the calibrated adjustments, there will be cancellations and rescheduling of flights, sources said on Wednesday, a day when airports witnessed chaos as hundreds of passengers faced [] The post IndiGo Grapples With Significant Disruptions On Crew Woes; Cancels Over 100 Flights appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kohlis Vijay Hazare comeback: Will fans be allowed in Bengaluru?
Virat Kohli is set to return to domestic white-ball cricket after 15 years in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, playing for Delhi in Bengaluru. His participation, confirmed by DDCA president Rohan Jaitley, adds significant star power alongside Rishabh Pant. While fixtures are set, spectator access at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium remains uncertain, pending government approval.
Gold climbs Rs 670 to Rs 1,32,200/10g amid firm global trends, rupee depreciation
New Delhi, Dec 3 (PTI) Gold prices climbed Rs 670 to Rs 1,32,200 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday, as firm global trends and a steep fall in the rupee supported the safe-haven demand, according to the All India Sarafa Association. On Tuesday, the precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity closed at Rs 1,31,530 per 10 grams. Traders said the rupees slide to an all-time low against the US dollar pushed up bullion prices. However, silver snapped a six-day winning streak by declining Rs 460 to Rs 1,80,900 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes), as per
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'Halal certification for non-meat products against Constitution': BJP MP Medha Vishram Kulkarni
NEW DELHI: BJP Rajya Sabha MP Medha Vishram Kulkarni on Wednesday sought immediate withdrawal of halal certification for non-meat products, saying it is against the Constitution. She also said that private bodies should not be allowed to issue such certification on products that are sold outside the country, only the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has the right to issue food certification. Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Upper House, Kulkarni said that the concept of halal is associated with a specific religion and faith, and the same should not be imposed on people of other faiths. India is a secular country and people of other faiths also live in India. There are people for whom eating halal meat is against their faith. Such as Hindus and Sikhs, specifically, said Kulkarni, an MP from Maharashtra. Moreover, imposing halal certified meat on non-vegetarian people does not seem right in a secular country because our Constitution gives the right to respect one's own faith, she said. Halal certification is recognition that a product or service is in compliance with Islamic dietary laws. Kulkarni further questioned halal certification given to non-meat products such as milk, sugar, oil, and medicines. Not only this, non-food items like construction material, cement, plastic, chemicals or other... have also been given halal certification. It is illogical and full of apprehensions, which undermines secularism, she claimed. My demand is that halal certification for non-meat and other non-food items be immediately withdrawn, Kulkarni said, adding that private institutions' authority to grant such certification should be revoked with immediate effect. FSSAI has been given rights to give food certification and private institutions or bodies should not be allowed to give such certification, the MP added. Despite this provision, religious institutions or private organisations have the right (to do halal certification). My demand is that, for those who believe in halal, if certification is to be given, it should be given through the government system and the charges for such certification should be deposited in the government treasury, she said.
Ministry of Jal Shakti Hosts Vision for Sujalam Bharat Summit 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
New Delhi, 29 November: The Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, successfully convened the Vision for Sujalam Bharat Summit 2025 on 2829 November at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event marked a major national step toward establishing a unified and actionable framework for long-term water security across the country. The Summit brought together nearly [] The post Ministry of Jal Shakti Hosts Vision for Sujalam Bharat Summit 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
SC notice to Centre, CBI, ED on plea of ex-IAS officer seeking protection in multiple cases
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought responses of the Centre, CBI, ED and the Chhattisgarh government on a plea of former IAS officer Anil Tuteja, arrested in liquor scam cases, seeking protection from further coercive action in as many as 11 FIRs registered by multiple investigating agencies. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Ujjal Bhuyan and N K Singh took note of the submissions of lawyers, Arshdeep Singh Khurana and Malak Bhatt, on behalf of the former IAS officer, and sought the responses of the probe agencies. Besides the Directorate of Enforcement and the CBI, Tuteja, who was allegedly close to the earlier Congress-led Chhattisgarh government, has made the state anti-corruption Bureau, the Union Ministry of Finance and the Income Tax Department as parties to the petition. Restrain the respondent authorities from taking any further coercive steps against the Petitioner on the basis of material already in their possession, till the final adjudication of the instant case, in the interest of justice, the plea, which referred to 11 pending criminal cases against Tuteja, said. The plea alleged a vindictive strategy of evergreening of arrests by multiple investigative agencies to prolong his incarceration indefinitely. The former bureaucrat has filed an appeal challenging the June 27 order of the Chhattisgarh High Court, which dismissed as non-maintainable his plea seeking protection from successive arrests by various agencies. The present SLP is being preferred by the humble Petitioner, who has been confined in custody for over the last 14 months, arrested first on 21.04.2024 and subsequently in two successive cases, all in relation to the same allegations and alleged transactions i.e. the liquor scam in the State of Chhattisgarh, the plea said. Tuteja, a retired IAS officer who served the state for over 34 years, alleged that he was being systematically victimised since 2015 for refusing to take the blame in the alleged NAN (Nagrik Aapurti Nigam) scam, and for seeking a probe against senior political functionaries of the then ruling establishment during 2013-2018. The plea claimed his attempts to highlight the role of actual culprits led to a decade-long pattern of retributive targeting, which intensified after the change of government in Chhattisgarh in December 2023. The petition claimed that five different agencies have raided him on multiple occasions over 10 years, but no unaccounted wealth or proceeds of crime have ever been recovered. Despite this, the probe agencies are weaponising the state machinery to keep him in perpetual pre-trial incarceration, it claimed. The plea gave details of a series of arrests across multiple FIRs and ECIRs and said allegations are overlapping and these actions are aimed at evergreening his custody. The plea said the former officer has spent more than 14 months in jail across three different cases, all allegedly linked to the liquor and scam cases. Even after the grant of bail in some cases and quashing of certain proceedings, the petition says agencies continue to keep fresh FIRs in reserve as insurance arrests to ensure he remains behind bars. The plea referred to apex court orders on various petitions and said that in April 2024, the top court quashed an ED case against him. Later, his arrest by UP Police was declared illegal in May 2025, it added.
