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FedEx hiring under H-1B programme triggers controversy following job cuts for Americans, Indian origin chief faces criticism

FedEx is facing heavy criticism after reports revealed a sharp rise in its recruitment of foreign workers under the H-1B visa scheme, coinciding with job cuts across the United States.

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India expands BrahMos footprint in Indo-Pacific with $450 mn deals with Indonesia, Vietnam

India is close to finalising BrahMos missile export agreements with Vietnam and Indonesia worth over $450 million following Russia’s consent.

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Exclusive | Five colours, one city: Why Jaipur Polo wears the 'Pachranga'

Jaipur Polo’s iconic Pachranga jersey is far more than a design choice. Rooted in a 16th-century Afghan campaign led by Raja Man Singh of Amer, the five colours can now be seen fluttering across the city. Today, the city's polo players are clad in those same hues, transforming a royal battle standard into a living symbol of Jaipur

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'Schedule over safety’: Boeing whistleblower Pierson raises alarm on aircraft quality

With Boeing’s Dreamliner facing a crisis of confidence after the Air India 787 crash, the company’s former manager-turned-whistleblower Ed Pierson, tells Firstpost’s Shiksha Dev that the aircraft-maker has a work culture that puts ‘schedule over safety’

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When an airstrip turned into an exam hall: Inside Odisha’s unusual govt exam | Watch

Videos and photos show rows of candidates seated on the Jamadarpali airstrip, writing their papers directly on the ground

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PM Modi's 'special envoy' Jaishankar to hold talks with Sri Lanka leadership on Tuesday

The visit comes amid ongoing relief operations and diplomatic engagement to help Sri Lanka recover from the natural disaster.

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How India’s women-led self-help groups are redefining rural entrepreneurship

From micro-loans to market stalls and digital storefronts, women-led collectives are reshaping India’s grassroots economy even as systemic roadblocks remain. Here's a closer look.

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From Gujarat to prisoner of war in Ukraine: How Indian was forced to join Russian army

A 23-year-old from Gujarat’s Morbi district in a video has appealed to the Indian government for help after he was captured by Ukrainian troops following his forced recruitment into the Russian army. Sahil Mohammad Hussain claims that he was coerced into fighting on the frontline to escape a drug charge and seven-year imprisonment

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Snowfall, rain, fog: North India shivers, mercury plunges to -1.5 degrees in Sonmarg

A severe cold wave swept across North India with snowfall in the hills, dense fog in the plains, and temperatures dipping to –1.5°C in Sonmarg, prompting travel disruptions and weather warnings.

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India says no case of rice dumping in the US, cites high basmati prices

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on Monday said that India mainly exports expensive basmati rice to the US, and there is no case for dumping of the commodity in the American market.

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National Mathematics Day: How Ramanujan’s 100-year-old pi formula connects to black hole theory

National Mathematics Day 2025: Ramanujan’s century-old pi formula is finding new relevance in modern physics, with scientists linking his mathematics to conformal field theories and black hole studies, revealing how ancient number theory is shaping today’s understanding of the universe.

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‘More from Less for More’: Mukesh Ambani hails Dr Mashelkar’s philosophy behind his Reliance journey

Mukesh Ambani honoured Dr Raghunath Mashelkar at Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, launching his book More from Less for More and celebrating his 54 honorary PhDs and impact on Reliance and India.

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President Murmu gives assent to G Ram G, replaces MGNREGA

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday gave assent to the Viksit Bharat — Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB- G RAM G) Bill. The Act enhances the statutory wage employment guarantee to 125 days per financial year for rural households

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Cold wave, polluted air push Delhi’s air quality to brink of ‘severe’

The pollution spike coincided with the first cold wave ever recorded this year. Delhi recorded its coldest December day so far on Saturday

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Rajdhani Express collision with herd of elephants in Assam kills eight

A tragic accident occurred in Assam’s Hojai district when the Sairang–New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants crossing the tracks, killing eight and injuring one.

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'No conclusive data' directly linking high AQI to lung diseases: Govt tells parliament

The government of India told the country's parliament on Thursday that there is "no conclusive data" establishing a direct link between a higher Air Quality Index (AQI) and lung diseases.

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'Don’t blame the pilots’: Boeing whistleblower calls 787 an ‘electrical monster’ after Air India crash

It’s been six months since a Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 242 people. While probe is still on, former Boeing senior manager-turned-whistleblower Ed Pierson rejects the pilot-error theory in an exclusive interview with Firstpost’s Shiksha Dev

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Luthra brothers in lock-up as Goa police grill them over 25 deaths in night club inferno

As Goa Police grill the Luthra brothers over a nightclub fire that killed 25, investigators probe safety violations, expired licences and systemic enforcement failures in the state’s nightlife sector.

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Pulwama terror case: Police secure conviction after five years of probe, conspirator gets 4 years in jail

Police in South Kashmir's Pulwama on Thursday said that they have secured a conviction in a major terror-related case, which was filed back in 2020

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India imposes anti-dumping duty on cold-rolled steel imports from China for five years

India imposes anti-dumping duty on cold rolled steel imports from China for five years, ranging from $223.8 to $414.9 per ton, following DGTR investigation to protect domestic industry.

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PM Modi hails passage of SHANTI Bill, calls it boost for clean energy and AI

Parliament on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to increase the share of nuclear energy in the total energy mix of India, facilitate innovation in nuclear science and technology and provides statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board.

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Oman bid farewell with ‘namaste’ as PM Modi concludes historic visit

At Muscat International Airport, Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, the Sultanate’s Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs and brother of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, personally bid farewell to PM Modi

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Speed or savings? India’s e-commerce boom splits shoppers by income

On one side are shoppers who want groceries delivered to their doorstep in under 10 minutes. On the other are millions who are happy to wait days, as long as the price is right

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Oman confers its national honour on PM Modi—his 29th global honour

The prestigious award has previously been bestowed on some of the world’s most respected leaders and figures, including Queen Elizabeth II, Japan’s Emperor Akihito, Nelson Mandela, and King Abdullah II of Jordan

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Parade, power and a pact: India to bring EU leaders to Republic Day amid FTA push

A major free trade agreement between India and the EU is also expected to be inked around that time

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UAE, Australia, UK, Oman…: India on an FTA spree as post-Covid world redefines geopolitics

From the Gulf to Europe and across the Indo-Pacific, India is weaving an expanding web of free trade agreements and economic partnerships

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PNB scam: Mehul Choksi to be extradited to India, Belgium top court rejects his bid to block it

The highest court of Belgium Court of Cassation has rejected the appeal of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi against India's extradition request, while endorsing a lower court's view that there are no grounds for his claims of flagrant denial of justice, torture or inhuman and degrading treatment in India, according to the order released on Wednesday.

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The Indian sculptor who gave the world its tallest statue passes away, PM Modi pays tribute

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of notable sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar, who is known for designing the world's tallest statue Statue of Unity in Gujarat.

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PM Modi in Muscat: India signs free trade agreement with Oman—only the second for the Gulf nation

The agreement was signed before Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Oman’s leadership, capping off Modi’s three-nation diplomatic tour that also took him to Jordan and Ethiopia

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Tesla opens first charging station in Gurugram to boost sustainable mobility in India

Tesla has inaugurated its first charging station in Gurugram at DLF Horizon Centre, marking a major step towards strengthening India’s electric vehicle infrastructure.

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Luthra brother hospitalised with chest pain, Goa court hearing in limbo

The brothers were deported from Thailand and handed over to Indian authorities following an international manhunt

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Your next pay rise may be smaller under new labour codes: Report

Put simply, under the new code, your take-home pay could dip a bit even if your total CTC doesn’t change

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Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarthak makes first-ever visit to Iran’s Chabahar port

During its stay, the crew of ICG Ship Sarthak will engage with the Iranian Navy and other maritime agencies through a series of activities, including joint training exercises in search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, and marine pollution response

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Delhi govt mandates 50% WFH, allows only BS-VI vehicles to curb pollution

The Delhi government has made it mandatory for 50 per cent of employees in both government and private sectors to work from home, starting Thursday.

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RBI intervenes aggressively as rupee slides one way

The Central Bank replied harshly to the sudden decline and intervened aggressively in currency markets on Wednesday, selling dollars to prop up the rupee.

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PM Modi conferred Ethiopia’s highest civilian honour in Addis Ababa

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday was conferred with Ethiopia's highest award 'The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia' by his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali.

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Watch: Luthra brothers being taken to Goa for questioning in night club inferno that killed 25

Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, co-owners of the Goa nightclub where 25 people died in a fire, have been handed over to Goa Police after being brought to Delhi following their deportation from Thailand.

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Check your flight status before heading to Delhi airport: Dense fog envelopes India's National Capital Region

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a dense fog warning for December 17. The agency said that isolated areas in Uttar Pradesh and East Madhya Pradesh may experience dense fog early in the morning

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Delhi court allows Goa Police to take Luthra brothers on transit remand for 48 hours

The brothers, who are co-owners of Birch by Romeo Lane—the nightclub where a devastating fire killed 25 people on December 6—had been deported from Thailand earlier in the day and brought back to India

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India, Jordan issue joint statement after PM Modi's visit, celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations

During the visit, PM Modi engaged in high-level discussions aimed at enhancing political, economic, defence, security, cultural, and educational cooperation between India and Jordan

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No pollution control certificate, no fuel: Delhi govt's tough step against air pollution

Delhi has been grappling with extremely poor air quality for several weeks, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) frequently in the ‘severe’ category

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From MGNREGA to GRAMIN: NDA government welfare schemes that replaced UPA programmes

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan introduced the bill to create a modern statutory framework in line with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, providing a guarantee of 125 days of wage employment per rural household for adult members willing to undertake unskilled manual work

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Watch: Luthra brothers arrested by Goa Police on arrival at Delhi airport

The brothers are now expected to be produced before a Delhi court, after which they will be brought to Goa on a transit remand for further questioning

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PM Modi’s Ethiopia visit begins with a personal chauffeured welcome from Abiy Ahmed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Addis Ababa for a two-day State visit to strengthen India’s partnership with Ethiopia.

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Industry leader Wheels India inks deal with Japan’s Topy to making alloy wheels

Wheels India, has signed a technical assistance agreement with Japan-headquartered Topy Industries for the design, development and manufacturing of aluminium alloy wheels.

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Why Modi’s Ethiopia visit matters as India prepares to lead Brics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s December 16-17 visit to Ethiopia marks his first trip to the country, and his third to Africa this year. Coming ahead of India’s Brics chairmanship in 2026, the visit focuses on strengthening bilateral ties, Global South cooperation, trade, investment, and coordination within Brics and the UN framework

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India reviews mutual fund, brokerage rules; Sebi board meets tomorrow to overhaul norms

The Securities and Exchange Board of India on Wednesday will consider a report of a high-level panel, which has recommended public disclosure of assets of senior officers. This would be the fourth board meeting chaired by Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey.

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‘In AI era, India can provide solutions for the world’: Pradhan at Google ‘Lab to Impact’

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said India’s linguistic and cultural diversity is a major strength in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Speaking at Google’s Lab to Impact event, he noted that technology can accelerate national growth while reflecting Indian realities.

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‘Come, earn in India’: PM Modi invites Jordanian investors with a ‘good returns’ pitch

During his visit to Jordan at the India-Jordan Business Forum meet, PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday invited Jordanian companies to invest in India.

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Goa inferno: Luthra brothers brought back from Bangkok to India to face police probe

Goa nightclub owners accused in a deadly fire that claimed 25 lives have been deported from Thailand to India to face investigation.

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Rupee breaches 91-mark to hit new record low, 6% fall against dollar in 2025.

The rupee plunged 9 paise to a record low of 90.87 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, weighed down by sustained FII outflows and no breakthrough in the India-US trade deal.

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Private sector slows as employment generation stalls at its weakest phase

HSBC's flash India Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, fell to 58.9 this month, down from 59.7 in November. Although the reading remains comfortably above the 50-mark separating growth from contraction, it represents the softest activity since February.

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How NIA’s Pahalgam chargesheet exposes Pakistan’s role in the terror attack

India’s anti-terror agency has filed a detailed chargesheet on the April 2025 Pahalgam attack, outlining how Pakistan-based handlers, Lashkar-e-Taiba and its proxy TRF allegedly planned and executed the killings of 26 civilians. Backed by evidence, the document maps an eight-month probe tracing the attack’s command structure across the border

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After Bondi beach shooting, intel alerts in India to tighten vigil around places frequented by Jews

Recent violent incidents in Australia involving attacks on Jewish individuals have raised concerns about a possible rise in ideologically motivated violence targeting Jewish communities worldwide

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4 killed, 25 injured as fog-triggered pile-up of 10 vehicles leaves buses in flames on Yamuna Expressway

At least four people died and 25 were injured after dense fog caused a multi-vehicle collision involving seven buses and three cars on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura early Tuesday.

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India brings back Luthra brothers from Thailand as agencies probe Goa club inferno that killed 25

Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane club in Goa, are being deported to India. They have been seated in an India-bound flight.

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Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers’ deportation enters final stage, Bangkok court to review papers

Officials in Thailand are coordinating with their Indian counterparts to expedite the process, ensuring there are no procedural delays

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NIA charges Pakistan’s LeT commander, 5 terrorists with planning & executing Pahalgam attack

In its charge sheet filed today, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has accused Pakistan-based Lashkar‑e‑Taiba (LeT) and Sajid Jatt, one of its commanders, of planning, facilitating, and executing the Pahalgam attack along with five others.

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Delhi schools to conduct online classes for students up to Class 5 as air quality worsens

The new directive follows just a day after officials imposed strict anti-pollution measures under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to address the deteriorating air quality

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Captured in Operation Sindoor: Indian Army displays Turkey-made Pakistani drone seized in May

The drone, reportedly operated by Pakistani forces, was intercepted as part of a series of defensive operations

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Watch: PM Modi lands in Jordan, receives ceremonial welcome on his arrival

PM Modi will commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations, hold extensive discussions with King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein and Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and interact with members of the Indian diaspora

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Railways cut costs ahead of expected 8th Pay Commission rollout

With the 8th Pay Commission expected to take effect from January 1, 2026, Indian Railways is cutting costs to manage the future wage and pension burden

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Delhi smog disrupts flights: What is CAT III? Can it help flights land safely under poor visibility?

At least 100 flights were cancelled or delayed, including PM Narendra Modi’s, at Delhi airport today (December 15). Airport authorities said operations are currently being conducted under CAT III conditions due to the poor visibility. Here is how this guidance system works

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Delhi fog: 40 flights cancelled, many diverted as smog engulfs India’s National Capital Region

Severe fog and poor visibility in Delhi led to widespread flight cancellations, delays, and diversions, disrupting air travel across North India.

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Apache helicopters: Indian Army to get remaining 'flying tanks' soon; Navy to induct Seahawks

In a major boost to India's combat capabilities, the Indian Army is all set to receive the delivery of its three remaining Apache AH-64 attack helicopters from the United States. Here's why it matters

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Rupee hits new low amid delayed India-US trade talks, RBI intervenes to avoid steeper fall

The Indian rupee slipped to a record low against the dollar amid stalled US-India trade talks, heavy foreign investor outflows, and persistent pressure on local equities and bonds.

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Dense smog engulfs Delhi, PM Modi’s overseas departure delayed; AQI crosses 500

Severe smog gripped Delhi on Monday morning, pushing air quality into the ‘severe’ zone and disrupting flight operations.

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Operation Sindoor 2.0 inevitable as Pakistan remains fixated on Kashmir with China, Turkey support: Lt Gen Singh

Lieutenant General Dushyant Singh (retd) on Sunday said the Indian armed forces must remain prepared as "Operation Sindoor 2.0" is inevitable, mainly because Pakistan's military remains fixated on the Kashmir issue with support from China and Turkey..

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Luthra brothers may return to India within 24-48 hrs as deportation process is almost completed: Report

The deportation process of Luthra Brothers, the owner of the Goa nightclub that was rocked by a deadly fire on December 6, killing 25 people, is 'almost complete'

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Heavy fog triggers deadly highway collisions in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh | Video

Near-zero visibility leads to bus collisions in Haryana and a multi-vehicle crash in Greater Noida, causing speed curbs and safety advisories on major expressways

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Gujarat family of three kidnapped in Libya while en route to Portugal: Report

A couple from Mehsana and their three-year-old daughter were allegedly kidnapped in Libya while attempting to migrate to Portugal, with the abductors later demanding a Rs 2 crore ransom

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Delhi imposes toughest curbs as AQI plunges into ‘severe plus’

Delhi-NCR moved to the strictest pollution control measures on Saturday after air quality deteriorated sharply through the day

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CDS Gen Chauhan says India’s combat power to be driven by JAI pillars

General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the country's future combat power would be driven by three pillars Jointnesss, Atmanirbharta and Innovation, which he collectively termed as JAI.

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Delhi reimposes GRAP-3 curbs as air quality turns severe, AQI crosses 400

Delhi brought back stricter anti-pollution curbs on Saturday after air quality deteriorated sharply, with the AQI crossing the 400 mark and entering the severe category, prompting authorities to reimpose GRAP-3 restrictions across the city.

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2025 as India’s defence year: Operation Sindoor, indigenous push and geopolitical positioning

India saw to it that its defence infrastructure was on par with the rest of the world as global shifts lead to uncertainty in the coming years. From raising military production to acquiring assets, India was on top of its game in 2025 when it comes to defence

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Cabinet clears India–Oman free trade pact ahead of PM Modi’s visit on Dec 17-18

India has approved a free trade agreement between News Delhi and Muscat which is expected to be signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Oman on December 17-18.

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India’s next census in 2027, Modi Cabinet clears Rs 11,718 crore for world’s biggest headcount

The Centre has allocated Rs 11,728 crore for Census that will start in February 2027.

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India allows 100% foreign direct investment in insurance

The Centre has cleared a key reform to raise FDI in insurance companies to 100 percent, while holding back other proposals from the broader Insurance Amendment Bill. The move, approved by the Union Cabinet on December 12, aims to attract more foreign capital and strengthen the sector as the bill heads to Parliament this session.

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‘China doesn’t want to make West's mistakes’: PM Modi’s economic adviser on Beijing’s India policy

Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran has said that China does not want to allow India to grow like the West allowed China to grow. He said this is why China is not going to make investments in India's critical sectors.

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From Delhi to Phuket: Luthra brothers’ hurried IndiGo flight led to their capture at Indigo hotel

The duo were declared 'persona non grata' in Thailand after authorities suspended their passports in New Delhi. Apart from this, their travel documents also became invalid after they failed to respond to a notice asking why action should not be taken against them

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India's former Home Minister Shivraj Patil dies at 91

Former Union Home Minister and Congress Party leader Shivraj Patil died at 91 in Maharashtra's Latur on Friday. Patil breathed his last breath at his residence at around 6:30 am.

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Pak spy ring in Nuh deepens: SIT nabs 7th suspect, lawyer from Mewat over ISI link

The Special Investigation Team on Wednesday made the seventh arrest in the Pakistan-linked espionage and terror funding case. Here's all you need to know about the case

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PM Modi's four-day trip to strengthen ties with Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a fourday visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman from December 15, an official statement said.

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Hydrogen hits the Ganga: India’s first clean water taxi service launched in Varanasi

The service was inaugurated recently at Namo Ghat by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, who flagged off the sleek new vessel

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ICG intercepts Pakistani fishing boat operating inside Indian waters, 11 apprehended

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has seized a Pakistani fishing boat for operating illegally in India and arrested 11 crew members on board, according to the officials on Thursday.

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IndiGo offers Rs 10,000 travel vouchers to travellers affected by flight disruptions

These vouchers are in addition to refunds and the government-mandated compensation that the airline is supposed to pay customers for rampant cancellations for over two weeks

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PM Modi to visit Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman from December 15-18

Breaking News Live Updates: The brothers, who escaped to Phuket just hours after the incident, are now set to be deported to India. They are facing charges of culpable homicide

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How Luthra brothers, who fled to Thailand as their Goa nightclub burned, were detained

Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Goa nightclub that went up in flames killing 25 people, were detained in Thailand. Officials say the legal process to deport them has begun. This comes after the Goa Police suspended their passports. The duo fled India in the wee hours of Sunday, as firefighters struggled to douse the massive blaze at the club

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Goa fire: Club-owner Luthra brothers detained in Thailand, legal process for return to India ongoing

Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane club in Goa, have been detained in Thailand. The legal process for their return to India is ongoing. A fire at the club killed 25 persons last week.

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Goa nightclub fire: MEA considering revoking passports of Luthra brothers

The Ministry of External Affairs is weighing a request from the Goa government to revoke the passports of Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, co-owners of the nightclub where 25 people died in a fire on December 6

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India, Brazil sign landmark submarine maintenance MoU to strengthen naval ties

The deal aims to deepen naval cooperation as both countries look to boost long-term support for their Scorpène-class submarines

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‘This is witch-hunt’: Luthra bothers defend themselves in Goa nightclub fire probe

Luthra brothers allege vendetta, cite health concerns as Delhi court weighs their plea in Goa fire tragedy

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In Graphics | Diwali on Unesco’s heritage list: What else has achieved global recognition from India?

Diwali has officially been added to Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List, marking India’s 16th global cultural recognition. With this, India now has 16 recognised elements on the list, spanning rituals, festivals, performing arts, and traditional craftsmanship. The inscription highlights India’s commitment to safeguarding its diverse intangible heritage

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Rs 54 crore scam at Tirupati temple: Contractor sold polyester shawls as pure mulberry silk

The scam came to light when a vigilance probe revealed that the contractor had been supplying polyester shawls for years while billing them as pure mulberry silk, which the tender mandated

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Did IndiGo enforce unreasonable terms on travellers? India’s competition watchdog probes

The cancellations left thousands of travellers stuck during a busy holiday period, caused largely by a severe crew shortage after the airline struggled to meet new pilot rest rules

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‘Flight tickets at Rs 35k-Rs 39k… how can it happen?’: Delhi HC on IndiGo chaos

The Delhi High Court demands answers from the Centre over IndiGo’s large-scale flight cancellations and the resulting disruption for passengers .

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Putin recalls India visit, heaps praise on its unity in diversity

The Russian President has often praised India’s promise and its citizens, previously calling Indians “talented” and “driven.”

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Unesco adds Diwali to intangible cultural list, India celebrates

Unesco has recognised Diwali, the festival of lights, as a world heritage event. It has been added in the list of intangible cultural heritage on Wednesday.

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Strong monsoon to push India's fertiliser imports 41% up as domestic demand surges

India’s fertiliser imports has been increased as it imported about 14.45 million tonnes during April-October, leading to a 69 per cent increase from 8.56 million tonnes.

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Sell first, cancel later? IndiGo’s cut-price ticket blitz preceded massive flight wipeouts

IndiGo launched promotional sales between August and November 2025, offering discounts on tickets of up to 40–50 per cent. Many of these flights were booked on dates that coincided with disruptions

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PM Modi launches ‘your money, your right’ campaign to convert forgotten assets into new opportunities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to reclaim unclaimed funds through the ‘Your Money, Your Right’ initiative, highlighting that crores remain idle across banks, insurers, mutual funds, and dividend accounts.

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Govt orders 10 per cent cut in IndiGo routes as CEO meets aviation minister

The government on Tuesday ordered a 10 percent cut in IndiGo flights as the airline continued to face major nationwide disruptions, prompting the Civil Aviation Ministry to summon IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers for a detailed briefing.

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IndiGo announces full return to normal operations after days of chaos

The budget carrier confirmed a massive improvement in service recovery, noting that nearly all baggage that was previously stuck at various airports has been delivered to customers, with teams working to deliver the remaining bags at the earliest

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Why has YouTube’s Neal Mohan been named TIME’s CEO of the year?

TIME has named YouTube's Indian-origin Chief Executive Officer, Neal Mohan, the 2025 CEO of the Year. Writing about Mohan, who joined Google in 2008, the magazine said, 'YouTube is creating the cultural diet that the globe is beginning to subsist on. Mohan is the farmer; what he cultivates will be what we eat'

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136 elephants die in Odisha forests in 18 months; electrocution, illness top causes

Between April 2024 and September 2025, Odisha recorded the deaths of 136 wild elephants due to a range of causes, including electrocution, disease, poaching, and accidents. The figures, shared by Forest, Environment and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia in the State Assembly, reveal a worrying trend that highlights the growing vulnerability of elephants in the region.

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‘IndiGo back on its feet’: CEO says ‘sorry’ to travellers in video message | Watch

Amid a major operational crisis, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers on Monday apologised to passengers and announced that the airline has fully stabilised its operations following last week’s disruption, which caused over 4,500 flight cancellations and left thousands of travellers stranded across India.

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Goa nightclub fire: CM greenlights demolition of Romeo Lane shack owned by Luthra brothers

Goa Police said the brothers boarded an IndiGo flight from New Delhi to Phuket at 5:30 am on Sunday, just hours after the incident

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Asiatic lions thrive again as Gir Park celebrates their powerful return

Gir National Park in Gujarat saw a massive increase of Asiatic lions and recorded a tremendous rise from 627 to 891. The Asiatic lions by the 20th century were recorded as record size low and only about 20 lions were remaining .

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8th Pay Commission: Finance ministry reveals updated count of employees, pensioners; implementation date still unclear

The government specified that the 8th CPC is expected to submit its recommendations within 18 months from the date of its constitution

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Maoist violence down by 89% since peak in India, only 11 districts remain affected: Govt tells Parliament

Since its peak in 2010, Maoist violence has declined by 89% and only 11 districts currently remain affected, the Union government has told the parliament.

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Are online exams the reason behind paper leaks in India?

The committee cited CBSE boards and UPSC exams to back its pen and paper test mode, saying that these examinations have been leak-proof for years

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Searched CRPF deployments, went to sensitive areas: How a Chinese tourist’s visit to Ladakh sparked concern

A Chinese national, who described himself as a travel enthusiast, has been detained by security officials after he was found travelling through sensitive sites in Ladakh and Kashmir without permission. The man, identified as Hu Congtai, violated tourist visa rules that only allowed him to travel to specific Buddhist sites in India

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‘Rules and laws not to harass people’: PM Modi on IndiGo crisis as govt addresses airline mess

PM Modi has urged that regulations must not burden citizens as IndiGo’s operational crisis continues into its eighth day.

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India's 'Neighbourhood First' in action: Army engineers race to restore Sri Lanka's key bridges

Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, a damaged bridge on the Paranthan–Karachchi–Mullaitivu (A35) road in Kilinochchi is being repaired by the joint teams, a key step towards re-opening access for isolated communities

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Govt cuts IndiGo’s 5% slots, reallocates to rivals to clean up airport chaos

The government has curtailed slots given to IndiGo to operate flights by 5 per cent. This comes amid flight cancellations by the airline over what the government described as 'rostering' issue.

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Is IndiGo crisis an opportunity for Modi govt to revamp India’s Passenger Charter of Rights?

IndiGo’s pilot shortage, failure to adapt to new duty-time rules and the stranding of passengers have caused nationwide flight chaos, shifting attention to India’s passenger rights framework.

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Delhi today, Beijing yesterday: Can India too turn the skies of its capital blue?

In the 2010s, Beijing was neck-deep in pollution just like Delhi is now. Then it hit reset and fought its way out

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How Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, owners of Goa nightclub, fled to Thailand hours after fire

Following the massive fire at the Goa nightclub that killed 25 people, police registered an FIR against the nightclub’s owners, Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, its manager, and the organisers of the late-night event. However, when police reached their residence in Delhi, the duo had already fled to Thailand, reportedly on an IndiGo flight.The CBI is likely to reach out to Interpol for a Blue Corner Notice

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Anant Ambani honoured with global humanitarian award for leadership in wildlife conservation

Anant Ambani, founder of the wildlife conservation centre Vantara, has been honored with the Global Humanitarian Award for Animal Welfare by the Global Humane Society, making him the youngest and first Asian to receive the award

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‘It can irritate Muslims’: PM Modi slams Jinnah’s stance on Vande Mataram

In the Lok Sabha discussion on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on the significance of the song “Vande Mataram” on the occasion of 150th anniversary of the national song. PM Modi slammed the ideologies of Jinnah and opposed the view of Nehru who was supporting it.

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India taking first steps into building its own AI system BharatGen

Registered on November 7, 2025 at the Powai campus, BharatGen is designed to create a homegrown Large Language Model (LLM) that truly understands India, its languages, accents, scripts, and cultural nuances

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'Inform, don’t beg': Indian man’s comparison of taking work leave in India vs Singapore goes viral

Many companies in Singapore follow a simple “inform, don’t beg” approach—take your leave as long as you’re responsible about it

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IndiGo shares fall by 10%, govt says crisis happened due to rostering problem

IndiGo’s crisis, which led to more than 1,000 flight cancellations in one day, stemmed from the airline being unprepared to implement the DGCA’s updated Flight Duty Time Limits for pilots

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IndiGo crisis: Why are flights still being cancelled? When will normal ops resume?

On Day 7 of the IndiGo crisis, the carrier scrapped more than 400 flights, with major airports such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad seeing disruptions. The airline, whose stock is down by 7 per cent today, is expected to respond to DGCA's show-cause notice demanding an explanation on the massive cancellations that affected lakhs of passengers

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Why is Vande Mataram being debated in Parliament, 150 years after it was first penned?

Parliament has begun a debate on the national song of India, Vande Mataram, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the government in Lok Sabha. This discussion comes after the BJP claims that the Congress, under Jawaharlal Nehru, cut down the song to two paragraphs based on religion

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India critical ally for Indo-Pacific security: Trump’s security document eyes to ‘improve’ ties

The strategy says the US will deepen commercial ties with India and push for stronger Indo-Pacific security cooperation through the Quad

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Can India let IndiGo fail? Airline crisis puts spotlight on country's aviation industry

IndiGo has grounded several flights since last week, with at least 2,000 cancelled. Thousands of passengers have been stranded by last-minute cancellations, with many forced to seek alternative modes of transport amid the uncertainty.

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150 years of Vande Mataram: As Parliament gears for debate, key facts about India's National Song

Parliament is set for an extensive debate marking 150 years of Vande Mataram as political parties clash over its history, usage and symbolism.

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Why the Goa nightclub fire, which killed 25, was so difficult to contain

Goa, known for its party vibe, is in mourning after a horrific fire broke out at Birch by Romeo Lane, a nightclub in Arpora, that killed 25 people. Officials investigating the charred remains of the flashy establishment reveal that several safety norms were ignored, resulting in a blaze so deadly

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Air India rolls out fare caps as government moves to curb soaring ticket prices amid IndiGo crisis

Air India begins implementing government-mandated fare caps after a surge in ticket prices triggered by mass IndiGo cancellations.

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IndiGo cancels 650 flights on Sunday as disruptions enter sixth day; operations gradually stabilise

The country's largest airline IndiGo on Sunday cancelled over 650 flights while the disrupted operations were slowly stabilising as the number of cancellations reduced and more than Rs 610 crore worth ticket refunds were processed for the affected passengers.

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IndiGo issues Rs 610 crore in refunds, delivers 3,000 bags ahead of aviation ministry deadline

A sudden pilot shortfall, stemming from IndiGo’s difficulty in adhering to the new government rest and duty rules introduced early last year, triggered widespread flight disruptions

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Goa nighclub fire: Owners booked, sarpanch detained in widening police action

Authorities say the fire allegedly broke out at the nightclub's kitchen shortly after midnight of Sunday, during a party attended by around 100 people

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IndiGo says 95% connectivity restored as DCGA issues notice to CEO over flight chaos

After six days of flight disruptions and overall chaos across the country, IndiGo on Sunday said that it had managed to restore most of its networks.

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Pakistani woman asks PM Modi for help as husband plans second marriage

A Pakistani woman has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that her husband abandoned her after their 2020 marriage and is now preparing to remarry in Delhi

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How narrow doors, burn-ready decor turned a Goa nightclub into the inferno that killed 25

The severity of the loss has led Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant to order a magisterial inquiry, while police have registered an FIR against the club’s owner and general managers, issuing arrest warrants

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'Heard loud explosion and then'... Eyewitnesses recount details from blaze that killed 25 people

Eyewitnesses at the Goa nightclub fire recall harrowing details about the cylinder blast that killed 25 people and injured several others.

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Goa nightclub fire: PM announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia; President Murmu 'pained' as 25 people die

President Droupadi Murmu offered her condolences and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief while announcing ex gratia assistance after a devastating nightclub fire in Goa claimed several lives.

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At least 23 killed after massive fire breaks out at North Goa nightclub

At least 23 people were killed in Goa after a gas cylinder exploded at a popular nightclub, triggering a massive fire at the site. The fire broke out at midnight on Sunday in the village of Arpora in the district of North Goa

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IndiGo flights chaos: Civil aviation minister warns of ‘necessary action’ against those responsible for disruption

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Saturday said that a committee has been established to identify the reasons behind the flight disruptions caused by the IndiGo airlines, adding that 'necessary actions' would be taken against those accountable

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IndiGo flight cancellations LIVE: Air India announces measures to assist stranded passengers; DGCA issues show-cause notice to IndiGo CEO

IndiGo flight cancellations LIVE: Amid the ongoing mayhem, civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu criticised IndiGo’s management of its crew roster, saying shortcomings in handling the tightened Flight Duty Time Limitation norms were to blame for this week’s major airport disruptions

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DGCA sets up four-member panel to probe IndiGo flight disruptions, report due in 15 days

The committee will submit its findings and recommendations to the DGCA within 15 days to enable necessary regulatory enforcement action and ensure institutional strengthening, the order said

2 weeks ago

143

Why Putin's nuclear promise on Kudankulam matters

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India coincided with the shipment of the first batch of nuclear fuel for Unit 3 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. The milestone advances India’s largest nuclear project toward pre-commissioning and highlights Moscow’s role as New Delhi’s most dependable energy partner

2 weeks ago

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IndiGo crisis: Govt says flights to normalise from midnight; airline apologises to passengers

"It is expected that all flight schedules would stabilise and begin returning to normal midnight tonight and full services and stability should return over the next couple of days. In the event of flight cancellation IndiGo will ensure automatic full refund for tickets," said Ministry of Aviation in a statement

2 weeks ago

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A flight to Dubai cheaper than Delhi-Mumbai? How domestic flight fares are soaring amid IndiGo meltdown

Amid IndiGo’s massive wave of cancellations and delays, passengers have now run into another problem: sky-high domestic ticket prices on other airlines. With limited flights operating and last-minute seats disappearing fast, many stranded passengers have no option but to pay steep prices if they want to reach their destinations. A one-way ticket from Delhi to Mumbai alone is close to Rs 35,000

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'India is not neutral...': How Modi's diplomacy has triumphed amid the Russia-Ukraine war

New Delhi has been one of the few powers able to engage Moscow, Kyiv and Washington simultaneously. Russian President Vladimir Putin’s New Delhi visit has again put the spotlight on India's stance vis-à-vis the Ukraine conflict, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi walks the tightrope between neutrality and peace

2 weeks ago

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Bags lost, endless queues and more: Inside the agonising wait for IndiGo flights, from Mumbai to Delhi and beyond

The IndiGo crisis continued into the fourth day as the airline cancelled more than 700 flights across India, stranding passengers at airports in cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. Even as the aviation body, DGCA, has withdrawn weekly rest orders, the nightmare is far from over. Stranded flyers complained about lost bags, no food, and more

2 weeks ago

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DGCA puts new pilot rest rule behind IndiGo flight cancellations on hold

Amid the ongoing IndiGo crisis, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday withdrew the key provision of barring the airlines from substituting pilot weekly rest with leave.

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IndiGo fiasco: Domestic departures from Delhi & Chennai airports suspended amid fears of overcrowding

The IndiGo fiasco continues to escalate as Delhi Airport on Friday suspended all IndiGo domestic departures until midnight. IndiGo also cancelled all flights operating from Chennai on Friday

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Day 4 of IndiGo’s flight mess: How bad is the situation? When will this chaos end?

It’s been another chaotic day for IndiGo. More than 400 flights were once again cancelled, with the airline announcing that all domestic flights from Delhi would remain grounded for the day. But all hope is not lost; the government has announced that normalcy will resume within 72 hours

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151

From Su-57 fighter jets to BrahMos: The arms deals on the cards as Modi-Putin meet

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit to New Delhi has opened one of the most expansive defence dialogues between India and Russia in years. Air defence systems, fighter jet cooperation, missile programmes and supply-chain fixes top the agenda

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152

RBI cuts repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%, raises GDP growth forecast to 7.3%

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% and raised the GDP growth forecast to 7.3%, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced.

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153

Tale of 2 carpools: How shared car rides have become Modi-Putin’s signature show of bonhomie

When Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi, PM Modi received him with a handshake and a warm hug at the Palam airport, an unusual gesture. Further, the two leaders also travelled in the same car, giving a deja vu from the SCO Summit earlier this year. Their power-packed carpool is grabbing headlines once again

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IndiGo seeks relaxation in govt rules, says airline has initiated 'calibrated adjustments'

The development comes amid mounting operational disruptions at IndiGo, which have stranded lakhs of passengers and forced hundreds of flight cancellations over the past three days

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Putin India Visit LIVE Updates: President Putin departs for Russia after concluding 2-day state visit to India

Putin in India LIVE: As Russian President Vladimir Putin commences his landmark visit to India, Firstpost's live coverage will provide insights into the bilateral talks and pacts that are in store for today.

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Inside the presidential suite that Putin will spend the night during India visit

When Vladimir Putin touches down in India, he is most likely to reside at the most opulent of accommodations — the presidential suite at the ITC Maurya. This lavish room has hosted many world leaders in the past, including Donald Trump and Barack Obama

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Why $2 billion Russia nuclear submarine deal is a big boon to India

A $2 billion-worth Russian nuclear-attack submarine lease is what India is going forward with as Vladimir Putin comes to town. It is probably the most expansive undersea modernisation in decades for New Delhi

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Oil, tourism and beyond: How India and Russia can help each other

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit to India comes as New Delhi and Moscow seek to rebalance a heavily energy-skewed trade relationship. With both sides preparing new agreements on labour mobility, industrial partnerships, pharmaceuticals, tourism, and engineering goods, the summit signals broader economic cooperation

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From ‘Flying Kremlin’ to Aurus Senat: How Putin’s plane and car are one of a kind

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi for a historic two-day State visit today. As one of the world’s most closely guarded leaders travels to India, the Russian leader's two signature vehicles, his customised presidential aircraft, often called the 'Flying Kremlin,' and his armoured Aurus Senat limousine, are once again in the spotlight

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IIT placements get off to a record start

The numbers, which are 16 per cent higher than last year's Day 1 tally, are a reflection of how IIT Kanpur has been maintaining a premium talent pool. Placement drive across IITs began on December 1

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Su-57 fighter jets, labour and civil nuclear cooperation… Deals likely to be cracked during Putin’s India visit

India and Russia are likely to sign a number of agreements during the visit of Vladimir Putin. One of the most important ones is a labour mobility agreement, which will open pathways for thousands of new Indian professionals in Russia. There’s also a high possibility that both countries will sign a civil nuclear cooperation pact. Big defence purchases such as the Su-57 fighter jet and the S-500 air defence system are on the cards

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Indian rupee slips further, hits new low of 90.43 against US dollar

On Thursday, the Indian rupee extended its fall, hitting a new low of 90.43 against the dollar. One of the major reasons for the slide is the delay in the India-US trade deal and continued outflows from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) from the domestic equity market

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International Cheetah Day: How the big cat has thrived in India since launch of Project Cheetah

India launched Project Cheetah in 2022 to reintroduce cheetahs, the only large carnivore extinct in independent India since 1952, primarily through translocation from Africa

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The shocking story of Haryana’s woman serial killer, who murdered her son, niece, and 2 other kids

In a shocking case from Haryana’s Panipat, a woman has been arrested after she allegedly killed her six-year-old niece, Vidhi, by drowning her because she looked beautiful than her. Upon investigation, police said the woman, identified as Poonam, allegedly confessed that she killed three other kids, which included her son

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IndiGo flight cancellations: How rest rules for pilots resulted in chaos

IndiGo experienced severe turbulence in the skies on Tuesday and Wednesday, with over 200 flights cancelled and many more being delayed. The airline, apologising for the situation, stated that the crew shortage owing to Flight Duty Time Limitations was one of the reasons for the chaos. What restrictions are being imposed, and why now?

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12 Maoists, 3 DRG personnel killed in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur in gunfight

At least 12 Maoists and three personnel of the state police's special unit District Reserve Guard (DRG) have been killed today in an encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district.

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How Indian seafood exports turned the tide after US tariffs

Despite 50% American tariffs, Indian seafood exports rose 11.6% between April and September as India sought new markets like the European Union (EU), Russia, and the United Kingdom. Seafood has been among the worst affected sectors from President Donald Trump's tariffs.

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Why Putin can travel to India without worrying about the ICC arrest warrant

Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in New Delhi on Thursday (December 4) for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. His visit raises questions about the ICC arrest warrant issued against him in 2023. India, however, faces no legal duty to detain him. Here is why

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After criticism, govt rolls back mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi on phones

After criticism over privacy concerns, the Centre has rolled back the mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on mobile phones.

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Client’s ‘frivolous’ complaint pushes Wherehouse to shut down, founder announces on Linkedin

The founder of Wherehouse, Vaibhav Chawla shut down his company after receiving frivolous complaint from a client. Following the complaint in which he was accused of cheating, police detained him along with other employees.

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Govt ready to change Sanchar Saathi order, has no spying agenda, says Scindia

Scindia dismissed allegations of privacy breaches and snooping linked to the Sanchar Saathi app, urging people not to be misled by rumours and stressing that claims the app cannot be uninstalled are untrue.

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Trade, defence deals and more... Why all eyes are on Putin’s visit to India

When Vladimir Putin comes to India today (December 4), it won’t be a regular, routine trip by a world leader. The Russian leader’s two-day visit will go beyond routine diplomacy, focusing on trade, defence deals, and jobs. When Putin meets Prime Minister Modi, they are likely to discuss Donald Trump and the pressure on New Delhi to downgrade ties with Moscow

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Inside Putin’s 30-hour high-octane India visit and everything packed into it

This visit, Putin’s first to India in four years, carries immense geopolitical weight, being the first since Russia’s military action in Ukraine began in 2022.

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Rupee falls to all time low of 90.13 amid growing uncertainty over India-US trade deal

The rupee tumbled to a new record low of 90.13 against the US dollar, pressuring markets and weighing on investor sentiment amid uncertainty over the India–US trade deal

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175

What caused the check-in glitches at Indian airports that delayed flights?

Passengers at several Indian airports, including Delhi, ran into unexpected chaos on Tuesday evening after multiple airlines were hit by sudden check-in failures. Air India later confirmed that a third-party system fault had led to the issue, which has been fully resolved

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Russia approves Relos agreement with India. How this defence pact is a win-win for both countries

In a big boost to defence ties, Russia has approved the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (Relos) agreement with India, ahead of Vladimir Putin’s visit to New Delhi. This pact allows mutual logistical support for military operations, exercises, and disaster relief. It also gives the Indian Navy a better presence in the Arctic, boosting its maritime power as well as its scientific ambitions in that region

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The tightrope of trust: How Modi and Putin have maintained a solid friendship since 2014

Russian President Vladimir Putin's State visit to New Delhi on December 4-5 is another milestone in the enduring India-Russia partnership. At the moment, both nations are navigating geopolitical fractures as the upcoming summit looks to renew a relationship that has only deepened under Prime Minister Narendra Modi despite sustained Western pressure

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178

Did Pakistan send expired goods to Sri Lanka as flood relief?

Pakistan's relief shipment to Sri Lanka, which is battling the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, has sparked a controversy. Images circulating online showed cartons of food and supplies that appear to be past their expiry date. The pictures have unleashed a wave of criticism on social media, with flood-hit Colombo reportedly conveying its displeasure to Islamabad through formal and informal channels

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After criticism, govt says ‘Sanchar Saathi’ app to be optional & removable

After criticism about the mandatory installation of 'Sanchar Saathi' app in all phones, Union telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said the app's usage will be optional. However, the formal direction to phone-makers mentions such installation is mandatory with no option of removal or deactivation.

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India to induct INS Aridhaman, third indigenous nuclear submarine, soon: Navy chief

India is set to induct its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, INS Aridhaman, with Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi confirming that the vessel has entered the final stage of trials and is nearing commissioning.

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181

India keeps an eye on 120 Pak terrorists at 69 terror launch pads

IG Ashok Yadav said Pakistan moved several launch pads deeper inside its territory after Indian air and artillery strikes conducted between May 7 and May 10, when Operation Sindoor targeted terrorist sites in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians

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Apple likely to defy Indian directive to preload government app onto every smartphone: Reports

Apple is expected to reject India’s directive to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on all smartphones, fuelling a nationwide row over privacy and digital surveillance

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BNP lauds PM Modi's offer of support for critically ill Khaleda Zia

Begum Khaleda Zia (80) is on a ventilator at Evercare Hospital as she battles a serious lung infection along with chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and liver cirrhosis. Doctors have described her condition as “very critical.”

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Over 20 companies barred from IIT placement drive for rescinding offers last year

The premier engineering institute has a norm of putting students off the placement list after they accept an offer from a company. However, since several firms rescinded their offers as early as June or July this year, students were left hanging without any offer at hand

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Why Indian govt wants smartphone makers to pre-install an app on all devices

In a move to boost India’s cybersecurity, the telecom ministry has told smartphone companies to pre-install a government-developed 'Sanchar Saathi' app on every new device and also roll out a software update to add the app on existing devices. The mandate had triggered strong pushback from Opposition leaders, who say the move could open the door to state surveillance. However, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has now clarified that the app can be deleted by the user

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IndiGo flight diverted to Mumbai after bomb threat prompts emergency landing

A Kuwait–Hyderabad IndiGo flight made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport on Tuesday, December 2, following a bomb threat received at Hyderabad airport

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187

CBI arrests man in Rubaiya Sayeed’s 1989 kidnapping case

The CBI has arrested a man in the kidnapping case of Rubaiya Sayeed, daughter of then-Union Home Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, in 1989. She was released five days later after the then-government released five jailed terrorists.

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Govt revenue falls 4.2% in November after GST cuts

The government's revenue fell 4.2% in November after GST cuts that went into effect the previous month. It was hoped that the increase in volume of purchases because of lower prices would offset the drop in revenue due to GST rate reductions.

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Industrial output growth slows to 0.4% in October, lowest in over a year

Poor performance of power, mining, and manufacturing sectors pushed India's industrial production growth to 0.4 per cent in October, the lowest in more than a year.

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Indian govt confirms GPS spoofing at Delhi airport; flights forced into backup landing modes

The incident marks one of the most serious GPS integrity threats reported near India’s busiest airport

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How India is the first responder in crisis for the world

India has acted as an aid in the global crisis by transforming its global policy and proactively advocating and endorsing swift aid during the terms of conflicts and natural disasters.

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Why you might get logged out of WhatsApp Web every 6 hours in India

In a move to improve India’s cybersecurity, the Centre has rolled out new rules under the Telecommunication Cybersecurity Amendment Rules, 2025, that place messaging platforms under tighter scrutiny. The directive will mean that the companion web services, such as WhatsApp Web, will be automatically logged out every six hours to ensure SIM binding

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NIA raids 8 locations in Kashmir in ‘white collar’ terror module linked to Delhi blast

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has raided eight locations in Kashmir in the case of 'white collar' terror module that has been linked to Delhi's Red Fort blast. The NIA has so far arrested seven persons in the case.

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Breaking News Live Updates: Lok Sabha adjourned for the day amid opposition's uproar over SIR

Breaking News Live Updates: The winter session of Parliament began today with Member of Parliament participating in the discussions related to SIR of electoral rolls, Delhi blast and pollution.

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Weapon drops by Pakistan-based drones surge after Operation Sindoor; over 200 firearms recovered in 2025

The trend of weapondropping from Pakistan has increased after Operation Sindoor, a senior officer of the Border Security Force, Punjab Frontier, said on Sunday.

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Indian government makes SIM card link mandatory for WhatsApp, Telegram. Here's why

In addition, web or desktop versions of these apps—such as WhatsApp Web—must now enforce automatic logout at least once every six hours, requiring users to re-authenticate using a QR code

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India fortifies Siliguri corridor amid Bangladesh’s political unrest

India’s narrow 22-kilometre strip connecting the northeastern states to the Indian mainland, is the Siliguri corridor. Three new installations were installed in the region, signalling the military preparedness amid the political upheaval in Bangladesh.

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Delhi’s toxic air eases slightly but remains ‘poor’ as citizens plan December 3 protest

Despite the slight improvement overall, many neighbourhoods in Delhi remain shrouded in smog

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Cyclone Ditwah weakens near coast, landfall now unlikely

Cyclone Ditwah advanced toward the coasts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh, prompting a red alert and heavy rainfall warnings. Rescue teams and disaster response units have been deployed as authorities brace for flooding, landslides, and widespread disruption across the region

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Four dead, one injured as massive fire engulfs four-storey building in South Delhi

Four people have died and one other were injured in a fire at a four-storey building in south Delhi’s Tigri Extension on Saturday.

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