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Oz varsity to start India ops next year
The University of Western Australia is establishing two Indian campuses in Chennai and Mumbai, aiming to launch its first academic program from Chennai by August 2026. These campuses will operate as a single UWA entity, awarding Australian degrees. Chennai will initially focus on technology, while Mumbai will be business-oriented, with undergraduate programs leading to postgraduate offerings.
Mumbai: Traffic on Ghodbunder Road to persist till mid-December
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation organises lecture at Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial
Navi Mumbai: Narcotics worth Rs 13.7 lakh seized, 2 peddlers held
Navi Mumbai: FIR registered against over four accused of illegal land transaction
Navi Mumbai: Raigad faces technical glitches in EVMs
IndiGo operates 1,500 flights on Saturday; 95 pc of network covered: Airline
An airline spokesperson said that the efforts were ongoing to fully stabilise operations. The airline thanked passengers, staff, and government agencies for their support and patience
Faced criticism from my own community for advocating creamy layer principle: Ex-CJI Gavai
MUMBAI : Former Chief Justice of India B R Gavai on Saturday said he faced criticism from his own community for stating in a judgement that the creamy layer principle should be applied to reservation for the Scheduled Castes. In Dr B R Ambedkar's view, affirmative action was like providing a bicycle to someone who is lagging behind, he said, asking whether Ambedkar thought that such a person should never give up the bicycle. Ambedkar did not think so, he claimed. Gavai, who retired as CJI recently, was delivering a lecture on Role of Affirmative Action in Promoting Equal Opportunity at Mumbai University. Paying tributes to Ambedkar on his death anniversary, Gavai said the iconic leader was the architect of not only the Indian Constitution but also of the affirmative action enshrined in it. Babasaheb, in so far affirmative action is concerned, was of view that it is like providing a cycle to those who are lagging behind. Suppose somebody is at tenth km and somebody at zero, he (the latter) should be provided a cycle, so that he reaches faster till the tenth km. From there, he joins the person who is already there and walks along with him. Did he (Ambedkar) think that the person should not leave the cycle and carry forward and thereby ask the people who are at zero km to continue to be there? the former CJI asked. In my view, that was not the vision of social and economic justice as contemplated by Babasaheb Ambedkar.He wanted to bring social and economic justice in the real sense and not in formal sense, he added. The Indra Sawhney and Others Vs Union of India case enunciated the creamy layer principle, and in another case, he himself held that creamy layer should also be made applicable to the Scheduled Castes, said Gavai. The principle demands that those who are sufficiently advanced economically and socially should not get the benefit of affirmative action even though they are members of the backward community for which it is meant. He was widely criticized by the people of his own community for this judgement, Gavai said, adding that he was accused of taking benefit of reservation himself to become a Supreme Court judge and then advocating the exclusion of those who fell in the creamy layer. But these people did not even know that there is no reservation for the constitutional office of High Court or Supreme Court judge, Gavai said. Can applying the same yardstick to the son of a chief justice of India or chief secretary and the son of a labourer who has studied in a gram panchayat school satisfy the test of equality as enshrined in the Constitution, he asked. Gavai, however, emphasized that in the last 75 years o doubt affirmative action has played a positive role. I have traveled across the country, traveled across the world, I have seen many people belonging to the Scheduled Caste becoming chief secretary or director general of police or ambassadors and high commissioners, he said. Maharashtra is a land of social reformers, and the egion can truly be described as the birthplace of the idea of modern India, Gavai said. We are all aware about Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule's pioneering work in eradication of inequalities in the society, he said. When women were among most oppressed in society, it was the Phule couple who opened the door of education for them, he noted.
Mumbai: Fire breaks out at godown in Nagpada, no injuries reported
Normalcy restored at airports across country: Govt
Airports are back to normal with all passenger facilities in place. IndiGo faced major disruptions, cancelling many flights this week. Thousands of passengers were affected. Mumbai Airport is accommodating grounded IndiGo planes. They have arranged extra seating, refreshments, and staff to help stranded passengers. Special gates are expediting exits. A taskforce is working to return checked-in baggage.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy | Dominant Mumbai and Andhra storm into the Super League phase
Right to Disconnect: Sule introduces bill for work-personal life balance
Titled The Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025, the proposal gives employees the legal right to stop responding to work-related emails, calls or messages outside office hours
Police arrange buses for many to Chaityabhoomi
Savarkars statue in A&N to mark 116 yrs of his poem
Thane: Online Scammers Target Retired 64-Year-Old, Accuse Him of Terrorist Links, Siphon 1.25 cr
Day 5 Of IndiGo Crisis: Passengers Reach Destination, Their Bags Don't
As the IndiGo crisis entered day five, passengers in Mumbai complained about poor communication and their baggage being lost.
30 Mumbai schools unite to teach students real-world sustainability skills
Govt caps airfares at Rs 7,500-Rs 18,000 across India amid IndiGo crisis
As per the ministry`s order, airlines have been prohibited from charging above the newly fixed maximum limits, which have been introduced in public interest, until flight operations return to normal. The cap ranges from Rs 7,500 to Rs 18,000 depending on the length of the route
2.2mn tonne waste still left, Mulund dump clean-up gets 2nd extension
Salman Khan spotted in NEW clean-shaven look at airport
Salman Khan surprised fans with a clean-shaven look post wrapping his war drama 'Battle of Galwan'. The actor, previously sporting a thick moustache for months, debuted his classic smooth style at Mumbai airport. This transformation comes as 'Bigg Boss' nears its finale and his 60th birthday approaches, signaling a refreshed phase for the superstar.
Maharashtra to build counselling system for students after SC order
Woman dies in Mumbai road accident after truck hits motorcycle
Indigo ground staff face violence, chaos during mass flight delays and cancellations
Railways announces 84 special trains following IndiGo flight cancellations
The Indian Railways on Saturday announced 84 special trains, set to make 104 trips, to help people facing travel disruptions due to the mass flight cancellations by IndiGo. According to the Railway Ministry, the trains were arranged in the shortest possible time after assessing passenger traffic in major hubs including New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Patna and Howrah. Officials said the number of special services may increase depending on demand. All zones have been instructed to utilise every available resource, rolling stock and manpower to safely operate these trains for the convenience of passengers hit by the cancellations, said Dilip Kumar, Executive Director (Information & Publicity), Railway Board. Railway divisions have also begun circulating information at airports to assist stranded flyers. The South Eastern Railway has coordinated with the Airport Authority to publicise the special services, while other zones have issued similar notifications. The Western Railway will operate seven special trains on special fares, covering routes such as Mumbai CentralNew Delhi, Mumbai CentralBhiwani, Mumbai CentralShakur Basti, Bandra TerminusDurgapura, ValsadBilaspur, SabarmatiDelhi, and SabarmatiDelhi Sarai Rohilla. The South Central Railway announced four special trains to handle the spike in last-minute travellers, while the Central and Northern Railways have planned 14 and 10 services respectively, with more under consideration. For at least five days in a row, IndiGo flight operations have significantly disrupted, with a large number of cancellations and delays causing hardships to thousands of passengers. (With inputs from PTI) 'Two days at airport and no one to help': Passengers vent after IndiGo cancels all flights from Delhi
Additional chair cars and sleeper class coaches have been deployed on high-demand routes.
WATCH: Mini concert at Mumbai Airport goes viral on internet, amid IndiGo flightcancellations
During the IndiGo flight cancellation crisis, a video of a man singing at Mumbai Airport has gone viral. Scroll down to see the video.
Two arrested while transporting ganja from Odisha to Mumbai via Hyderabad
Railway announces special trains to assist passengers affected by flight disruptions
East Coast and Western Railway decided to run special trains and to add additional coaches to help stranded passengers travelling to Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru and Howrah
Indigo flight cancellation: Congress MP alleges BJP for creating aviation crisis
Opposition launched a sharp attack on the Centre, alleging the Indigo flight cancellation and nationwide air travel chaos stem from the BJPs push to create a duopoly in the aviation sector
Viral Airport Concert: Passenger Sings Woh Lamhe Amid IndiGo Disruptions
A passenger stranded at Mumbai airport amid IndiGo's flight disruption entertained fellow travellers with a spontaneous guitar performance, turning frustration into a viral feel-good moment.
Center orders IndiGo to clear all pending refunds by Sunday
Amid IndiGos ongoing flight disruptions, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered the airline to complete all pending refunds by 8 pm on Sunday. With 405 domestic flights cancelled in five days, the government also directed IndiGo to trace lost baggage within 48 hours
Vyshak, Padikkal efforts in vain for Karnataka; Shardul, Mhatre star for Mumbai - MSN
Vyshak, Padikkal efforts in vain for Karnataka; Shardul, Mhatre star for Mumbai MSN
According to reports, Ravi and Amrita first crossed paths at a restaurant in Bombay (now Mumbai), where Shastri later admitted he was so nervous he barely spoke for nearly 10 minutes, leaving Singh to steer the conversation.
Watch: IndiGo cancels over 1,000 flights as system reboot cripples air travel in India
Of these, 124 flights (63 departures and 61 arrivals) were cancelled at Bengaluru airport and 109 flights -- 51 departures and 58 arrivals -- at Mumbai airport
South Africa: 11 killed, 14 injured after mass shooting in Pretoria
The number of people killed in a deadly shooting incident in Pretoria on Saturday has risen to 11, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed
Nita Ambani, Founder-Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, hosted a celebration at Swadesh, Eros, Mumbai, honouring Indian artists and traditional craftsmanship. Celebrities like Ananya Panday, Bhumi Pednekar, Janhvi Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Ranveer Singh attended, looking stunning in traditional attire.Let's take a look at the best and worst dressed celebs and major wow moments of the evening.
Domestic airfares capped to prevent demand-supply price spike: Air India
The move was taken to prevent fare hikes that usually occur through revenue management systems when demand increases suddenly, an official statement said
ED files chargesheet against Reliance Power, others in fake bank guarantee case
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against Reliance Power Ltd and 10 others in a Rs 68 crore fake bank guarantee case linked to a SECI tender. The ED alleges Reliance officials used fraudulent endorsements and spoofed emails, while the group claims it is a victim of fraud. Several accused remain in custody
South African wildlife experts train officials on human-wildlife conflict
Two experts from South Africa Hein Schoeman, a wildlife capture specialist, and Dr Josephine Skaarup Petersson, a wildlife veterinarian led the interaction. They shared global practices on wildlife capture, conflict mitigation, population management and safe handling techniques
Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2025: History And Significance Of The Day That Honours Dr BR Ambedkar's Legacy
Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2025: This year, thousands gathered at his memorial in Mumbai's Dadar area to pay tributes.
Marwari Catalysts Group Enters Affordable IVF with Elara IVF under its VSM
Elara IVF -a fertility centre committed to affordable, accessible focused in tier2-3 cities. This marks the fourth healthcare start-up in MCats Groups portfolio, alongside Sarathi Healthcare, Nuskha Kitchen, and One Dose. Marwari Catalysts enters affordable IVF with Elara IVF under its Venture Studio model Elara IVF, Founder and COO, Dr Renu Sharma, is known for providing affordable IVF and ICSI treatments with a strong focus on transparency and patient education. This reflects a shared vision -to make quality fertility care more accessible to couples across India. Sushil Sharma, Founder & CEO of Marwari Catalysts Group, said, The global fertility market is a massive opportunity, yet affordability continues to be the biggest barrier. We are solving this challenge by ensuring high-quality IVF care reaches families not just in metros but in smaller cities. We will also attract global medical tourism for IVF. Marwari Catalysts Group has always been seen as the brand ambassador for Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities of India, and therefore we have started our pilot in Jodhpur and Ajmer. Dr Renu Sharma , stated, Having worked with multiple IVF centres (Zivia, Apex, EHCC, CK Birla Hospital), I realized there is a massive opportunity and significant gap -especially in smaller cities where access to affordable IVF is limited, with the right business model.We aim to build Indias largest affordable IVF chain. We have already launched centres in Jodhpur (Dr Nimisha Balara) and Ajmer (Dr Mahiraj Gaur), and within the coming year, we are targeting 20+ centres across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities in next 12 months. Dr. Seema Chaudhary, Founder & Managing Director, Seema Finchem Industry (Mumbai) and Advisory Board Member at Elara IVF , said, Elara IVF offers an industrial level of discipline, efficiency, standardization and transparency into fertility care. This approach is exactly what India needs to make IVF truly affordable and rapidly scalable across small cities ensuring that high quality reproductive care becomes accessible to families everywhere. Gajendra Singh, Director of Elara IVF , added, With Marwari Catalysts Groups support, we aim to expand our reach and continue making fertility care simpler and more affordable for everyone who needs it. As Indias healthcare sector continues to prioritize access and affordability, this initiative underscores Marwari Catalysts Groups growing commitment to supporting meaningful innovation for Bharat. About Marwari Catalysts Marwari Catalysts Group (MCats) is one of Indias fastest-growing startup ecosystem player (Accelerator and Venture Studio), with mentors with skin in the game supporting 100+ early-stage ventures across 20+ cities backed by SEBI-approved CAT-I AIF. MCats provide capital, mentorship, and global market access to founders. Its portfolio has already created 5,000+ jobs while driving inclusion through 35% women-led startups and successfully done 11+ exits. We are headquartered in Jodhpur with its regional offices in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Jaipur.
Shardul, Mhatre and Rahane star for Mumbai; Jayant's four strikes trump Shami's three
Mumbai registered their fifth win; Bengal lost 9 for 38 to be bowled out for 96 against Puducherry
Court grants anticipatory bail to Jamtara producer in Rs 2.5-crore cheating case
Film producer Manish Trehan and his brother-in-law Satwant Singh secured anticipatory bail after being accused of defrauding an investor of 2.5 crore. The duo allegedly promised business expansion and a film project for Amazon Prime, but the money was reportedly invested elsewhere. The court deemed custodial interrogation unnecessary, granting bail.
'Yessss!!!': KL Rahul breaks 20-game curse with epic toss celebration WATCH
India won the toss and elected to field against South Africa in the third and final ODI of the series at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. The last time India won the toss in an ODI was during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final against New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.
SCR Operates Special Trains to Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata to Clear Extra Rush
The SCR is operating special trains to clear extra rush
Thousands gather at Chaityabhoomi in Mumbai to pay tributes to Babasaheb Ambedkar
Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray were among those who paid tributes to Ambedkar at Chaityabhoomi in Shivaji Park
Indian Railways adds extra coaches and special trains amid IndiGo cancelltions
Amid IndiGo cancelling 405 domestic flights over the past five days due to pilot shortages, Indian Railways has deployed 116 extra coaches across 37 trains and introduced four special train services to ease passenger congestion nationwide.
Rajamouli pens note for his Baahubali Prabhas on Japan visit, star says missing you here
Mumbai: Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli penned an emotional note for Prabhas as the star reached Japan and was welcomed with overwhelming love from fans of the Baahubali franchise. In return, the actor said he was missing you here and added that they would visit together again. Prabhas took to Instagram, where he shared a picture 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 .
German Woman Describes Delhi Traffic As Real-Life Roller Coaster, Video Goes Viral
While reacting to the video, some social media users compared Delhi's traffic to a racetrack, while others joked about Mumbai's traffic.
IndiGo cancellations: Foreigner loses cool, climbs atop counter at Mumbai airport; watch
Widespread IndiGo flight cancellations on Saturday left thousands of passengers stranded across India, leading to scenes of frustration and protests at airports. Despite the aviation regulator pausing recent flight duty time limitations, disruptions continued, impacting crucial travel plans for many, including a team selected for the Smart India Hackathon.
IndiGo flight disruptions Day 5: airline cancels over 200 flights from Delhi, Mumbai on Dec. 6
IndiGo on Saturday (December 6) announced resumption of nine of its 11 flights from the Jammu Airport, but cancelled seven flights from Srinagar
Delhi wakes up to toxic smog as AQI hits 333, very poor category
The area around Anand Vihar was blanketed in a dense layer of toxic smog, with an AQI of 366 in the `very poor` category. According to CPCB data, Sonia Vihar recorded an AQI of 352, Wazirpur measured 359, while Ghazipur Mandi recorded 366
Mumbai electoral data: Malad sees sharpest rise in voters, SoBo steepest decline
Mumbai's electoral data reveals a significant voter surge in suburban P North wards, while island city wards see a decline. Officials attribute this shift to redevelopment, rising rentals, and affordable housing pushing residents outwards. Political accusations of infiltrators have emerged over the P North increase.
IndiGo cancels over 200 flights from Delhi, Mumbai on Saturday
109 IndiGo flights cancelled at Mumbai airport - 51 arrivals and 58 departures - and 106 flights at Delhi airport - 54 departures and 52 arrivals
As IndiGo cancelled multiple flights at various airports,1983 World Cup winner Madan Lal also shared his frustration in an online post after being stuck at the Mumbai airport for 12 hours. Nobody cares in our country for the people. The airport was like a fish market, he said in a post, a sentiment shared by many passengers sharing the same helplessness.
IndiGo Cancels Over 200 Flights From Delhi, Mumbai Today
The pilots' body, Airlines' Pilots Association (ALPA) India, has taken a strong objection to the DGCA's selective and unsafe relief to IndiGo
IndiGo Crisis: Hundreds Of Flights Cancelled On Day 5; Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad Worst-Hit
Aviation authorities said the situation remains under close watch, with no immediate signs of a quick recovery as schedules continue to unravel.
'Battle of Galwan': Salman, Chitrangda pose with fan on sets
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has wrapped up filming for the much-awaited epic, 'Battle of Galwan.' After captivating shoots in the breathtaking terrains of Ladakh and the bustling city of Mumbai, fans are buzzing with excitement. A captivating new image has surfaced of Khan alongside co-star Chitrangda Singh, both donned in army gear, hinting at the film's intense themes.
SIA conducts raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal in probe into white collar terror
The J&K Polices State Investigation Agency conducted early morning raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal as part of its probe into the white collar terror module involving radicalised professionals. Meanwhile, a Delhi court extended the NIA custody of Soyab, accused of harbouring Red Fort bomber Umar-un Nabi, by 10 more days
IndiGo flight cancellation news: IndiGo flights experienced widespread disruptions across major Indian airports on Friday and Saturday, leading to over 250 cancellations. Major hubs like Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad reported significant impacts, causing long queues and passenger frustration. While operations are slowly returning to normal, some routes remain affected.
Experts warn of ecological threat as SC narrows definition of Aravali hills
The Supreme Courts acceptance of a new definition that counts only hills above 100 metres as part of the Aravalis has raised alarm among environmentalists. Experts fear that the move could strip protection from most of the ancient range, exposing regions, including Delhi-NCR, to harsher weather, drought and biodiversity loss
On account of Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2025, the Central Railways has suspended sale of platform tickets at 13 railway stations, including Mumbai. The restrictions will remain in place from December 5 to 7 across railway stations. The move is aimed at ensuring smooth passenger movement and safe boarding and deboarding at busy stations on account of Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
Ashwini Vaishnaw: India accelerates automatic train protection system rollout
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told the Rajya Sabha that India is rapidly implementing the automatic train protection systemtechnology the world adopted decades ago but was delayed by previous governments. He said the nationwide rollout, including in Odisha, is progressing fast and delivering strong safety results
PM Modi bets big as Russia trade target set to soar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday exuded confidence that the USD 100 billion bilateral trade target between India and Russia will be achieved ahead of 2030. The PM recalled that last year, President Putin and he set a target of reaching USD 100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030
US Supreme Court to rule on Trumps bid to end birthright citizenship
The US Supreme Court has agreed to review the constitutionality of President Donald Trumps executive order to end birthright citizenship, reviving a debate settled since 1898. The court will now directly assess the policys legality, with legal experts warning it challenges long-standing interpretations of the Fourteenth Amendment
Indian Army makes first-ever ascent of Arunachals highest peak Mount Kangto
An Indian Army mountaineering team from Eastern Command has achieved a historic milestone by successfully summiting Mount Kangto, Arunachal Pradeshs highest and previously unconquered 7,042-m peak
Ex-Pentagon official: US should label Pakistan a terrorism sponsor
Former Pentagon official Michael Rubin said the US has no strategic logic for embracing Pakistan and argued Islamabad should be designated a state sponsor of terrorism. He criticised Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munirs White House visit and urged Washington to apologise to India over tariffs and recent policy missteps
Seashells turned to eco-friendly concrete
Researchers at the University of East London have discovered that discarded seashells, when processed into fine powder, can replace up to one-third of the cement used in concrete. The breakthrough offers a scalable way to cut carbon emissions, with the study showing a 36 per cent reduction in the materials footprint
US conducts 22nd strike on suspected drug-trafficking boat in eastern Pacific
The US Southern Command confirmed its 22nd strike on a small boat in the eastern Pacific, killing four people and raising the campaigns death toll to at least 87. The strike coincided with Admiral Frank Bradleys classified Capitol Hill briefings amid an investigation into allegations of unlawful follow-on attacks
Air ambulance delay defers Zia advanced care in London
The departure of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia for advanced treatment in London has been postponed to Sunday after a Qatar-provided air ambulance failed to reach Dhaka due to technical issues
Ukraine, US negotiators continue with peace talks
Ukrainian officials will resume talks with the US team after nearly five hours of discussions with Moscow produced no compromise on Ukraines peace proposals. President Zelenskyy said Kyivs priority is to gain clarity on Russias latest position
From Mumbai To Bengaluru: Extra AC Coaches Added On Key Route Trains Amid IndiGo Disruptions
It comes after Railways on Friday deployed 116 extra coaches on 37 trains across multiple zones as passenger loads surged following widespread IndiGo cancellations and delays.
Ex-Pentagon official: Putins India visit a result of Trumps incompetence
Former Pentagon official Michael Rubin said most Americans view Vladimir Putins India visit as a consequence of Donald Trumps gross incompetence. He criticised the US for hypocrisy over Indias purchase of Russian oil and backed New Delhis need to prioritise its energy and economic interests as it rises globally
Amit Shah reviews pond interlinking progress in Ahmedabad & Gandhinagar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the ongoing pond interlinking works in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, where 1,349 ponds across 162 villages are being connected to boost water management. He urged officials to clear obstacles
Soha Ali Khan shared her mother Sharmila Tagore's pre-marriage routine of applying makeup before her husband woke up. This contrasts with Sonakshi Sinha's current marriage to Zaheer Iqbal, which emphasizes comfort and emotional connection. Sonakshi noted Zaheer's encouragement of her self-assurance. The couple recently showcased their spacious Mumbai home.
Indian stock market ends in bullish tone after RBI rate cut
Mumbai: Indian equity benchmarks made marginal losses after hitting record highs and three weeks of consecutive gains due to profit booking. However, the market ended the week in a bullish tone after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) delivered a 25 bps rate cut that lifted investor sentiment. Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex dipped 0.37 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 .
IndiGo meltdown throws KIA into chaos
BENGALURU: Thousands of passengers were stranded at the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) on Friday as Terminal 1, known for its iconic design, descended into chaos, overcrowding and exhaustion, resembling a refugee camp. As 292 IndiGo flights were cancelled and abrupt disruptions continued for the fourth day on Friday, there was little clarity and passengers frustration only grew. Arguments broke out between passengers, airline staff and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel. Fares on other airlines skyrocketed to Rs 1 lakh for routes to Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai. With limited seating available, families and solo travellers stretched out on the floors, some sleeping on jackets, while others leaning against luggage, turning the terminal into a crowded waiting hall. A family enroute to Haridwar for asthi visarjan was stranded, even as the daughter of the deceased held a urn that had the remains of her father. They had no option other than paying exorbitant sums for an alternative ticket. Even as passengers struggled, no food or alternative flight arrangements were made. Hyderabad-bound passenger Jayesh Menon told TNIE that flyers were initially informed about one-hour delays, that repeated multiple times before the flights were cancelled. But even a bigger crisis awaited flyers as many were unable to retrieve their checked-in baggage for four to five hours. People are angry, sad, every emotion you can think of, he added. Several stranded passengers continued waiting for their luggage late into the evening, while others scrambled to find alternative travel arrangements amid disruptions, he added. Airfares surge tenfold on certain routes on Saturday as IndiGo cancels 1,000 flights on Friday RANCHI TO BLURU: A 36-HR ORDEAL What should have taken a routine 2.5-hour journey from Ranchi to Bengaluru turned out to be a 36-hour ordeal for Sanjay Choraria and his wife. They started on Thursday at 7 am to reach the airport early for their 8.50 am IndiGo flight, only to face repeated one-hour delays that stretched endlessly until the airline abruptly cancelled the flight at 4 pm. The only alternative offered was a punishing detour - Ranchi to Kolkata to Chennai to Bengaluru. But a bigger nightmare awaited them on the Kolkata to Chennai with the 9.40 pm departure repeatedly pushed past midnight and to 2.30 am. It finally took off at 4 am after tensions boiled over. In Chennai, passengers were dealt another blow when the final flight to Bengaluru was cancelled. Exhausted and out of options, the couple hired a private cab and reached Bengaluru at 7 pm on Friday. HUBBALLI BRIDE, GROOM ATTEND RECEPTION ONLINE Hubballi: It was a full house at a marriage hall in Hubballi. There were close to 700 guests who arrived to bless the couple for their reception. But there were no bride and groom. They came on live on screen from Bhubaneshwar. Following countrywide delays in air traffic involving Indigo Airlines, the bride and groom could not make it. However, the brides parents were at the venue to complete the rituals. The parents of the bride, Medha, at the last minute decided to host the party and ensured the bride and groom got ready and came online at the marriage hall. Medha and Sangam Das were married on December 23 in Odisha and the reception was scheduled on December 3 in Hubballi. They were to fly to Mumbai on December 2 and then to Hubballi. -- Amit S Upadhye IndiGo pilots and crew say management failures left staff to face public ire amid mass cancellations
Maharashtra installs over 45,000 solar agricultural pumps in a month, claims world record
Maharashtra has so far installed 7.47 lakh solar pumps in the State and targets to set up a total of 10.45 lakh pumps
An unlikely friendship that stood test of time
Revisiting the special bond between Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar and his Parsi businessman friend Naval Bhathena on Mahaparinirvan Diwas
Tears, Confusion, A Passenger Climbing The Counter: IndiGo's Great Disruption Sparks Airport Anger
At Mumbai Airport, tempers flared as a passenger was seen climbing over airline counters, shouting for clarity after waiting for hours.
Every exam centre must pass the cleanliness test
Such venues must tick certain boxes. Sufficient lighting is a must, and fans are necessary. The structure cannot be dilapidated
For years, Maharashtra had been held up as a model in governance, but the recent chaos during local polls and displays of defiance by Mahayuti constituents has seen it rapidly devolve into Jungle Raj
BMC launches Rs 490-crore plan to bring exotic animals to Byculla zoo expansion
Civic bodys R490-crore zoo expansion plan to introduce 20 exotic animals to Mumbai has been set in motion; expansion will take place on 10 acres adjacent to the zoo
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations have caused fares on competing airlines to skyrocket, with one-way economy tickets on popular routes now costing upwards of Rs 21,000. Passengers are facing significant price hikes and uncertainty as IndiGo expects to resume normal operations between December 10 and 15, while other carriers grapple with concentrated demand.
On December 6, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 12,994 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,911 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 1,86,900 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
Art has long been a bridge between creativity and compassion, a powerful medium not just for expression but for mobilising support. From charity auctions of paintings to theatre performances staged for social causes, arts have repeatedly stepped forward in moments of need. Yet, among all artistic forms, music has always held a unique ability to gather people effortlessly. A melody can draw a crowd faster than any poster or campaign, and a concert can turn collective emotion into collective action. In its forty years of service, Mukti, MS Dadha Foundation, an organisation empowering persons with disabilities, is, for the first time, turning to the power of music to mobilise support, inviting patrons and the public alike to pause, listen, and spare a moment for movement. With an all-ladies troupe from Mumbai performing in Chennai, the organisation, through a fundraiser event called Udaan Utsav, hopes to restore dignity, mobility, and independence in persons with disabilities. Dr Shatabdi Das Mohapatra, the technical director from Mukti, says, We have been providing artificial limbs for those with locomotive disabilities. But beyond that, Mukti has also provided vocational training to help them with their livelihood. In these forty years, we havent received any government support and for the first time, we are reaching out to the public to help. The proceeds from the event will be utilised for our cause. Ajay Nahar, co-coordinator of the event along with Giri Bagri, adds, In the last four decades, we have managed to raise funds through our managing trustee, Meena Dadhas sources. In addition to those, a few philanthropists through their companies CSR funds, supported the organisation, Shatabdi adds. Rang e mahfil, a ladies band from Mumbai, has been tasked with leading the fundraiser and the tickets for the same are available in various denominations, beginning from `500. The foundations managing trustee Meena Dadha, event chair Shiv Kumar Goenka, and the executive director Mira Golechha, will preside over the event. With the promise of an evening that will blend soulful melodies, powerful performances, and heartfelt stories, Udaan Utsav is set to take place on December 13, at Sir Mutha Venkatasubba Rao Concert Hall, Lady Andal School, Harrington Road, Chennai, from 6 pm onwards. For tickets, contact: 7358777165
Bankers say door open for more easing from RBI
MUMBAI, Dec 5 : Bankers said the RBIs 0.25 per cent rate cut on Friday leaves the door open for further easing to help strengthen the GDP growth for longer. The decision to cut rates while keeping the door open for future easing helps buffer the economy against potential unexpected shocks or external headwinds, C S Setty, the chairman of largest lender SBI, who also chairs the industry lobby grouping IBA, said in a statement. Setty added that the rate [] The post Bankers say door open for more easing from RBI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo cancels 258 city flights; what was our fault, asks flyer
Thane: 107 Grey Francolin birds found dead in Dombivli; samples to NIV Pune
