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IndiGo operates 1,500 flights on Saturday; 95 pc of network covered: Airline

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

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

06 December,2025 10:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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

06 December,2025 10:21 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

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

06 December,2025 08:51 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

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 BJP’s push to create a duopoly in the aviation sector

06 December,2025 06:11 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

IndiGo announces automatic refunds amid the ongoing flight disruptions

Amid widespread flight disruptions, IndiGo has announced automatic refunds and a full waiver on cancellation and rescheduling charges for travel between December 5 and 15

06 December,2025 05:42 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Center orders IndiGo to clear all pending refunds by Sunday

Amid IndiGo’s 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

06 December,2025 05:27 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

CR announces 14 special trains for winter rush of passengers

The special trains have been planned in response to the high demand for travel and will run between major cities across India, including Madgaon, Nagpur, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Gorakhpur and Hazrat Nizamuddin (Delhi)

06 December,2025 04:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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

06 December,2025 04:01 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

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

06 December,2025 03:54 PM IST | Pune | Ranjeet Jadhav

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.

06 December,2025 12:45 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

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

06 December,2025 11:59 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Indian Railways adds extra coaches and special trains amid IndiGo cancelltions

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.

06 December,2025 12:45 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi wakes up to toxic smog as AQI hits 333, very poor category

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

06 December,2025 11:59 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
SIA conducts raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal in probe into ‘white collar’ terror

SIA conducts raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal in probe into ‘white collar’ terror

The J&K Police’s 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

06 December,2025 11:05 AM IST | Srinagar | Agencies
Experts warn of ecological threat as SC narrows definition of Aravali hills

Experts warn of ecological threat as SC narrows definition of Aravali hills

The Supreme Court’s 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

06 December,2025 11:02 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Lok Sabha passes bill to levy cess on pan masala units

Lok Sabha passes bill to levy cess on pan masala units

The Lok Sabha has passed the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025, introducing a cess on pan masala manufacturing units to fund national security and public health initiatives. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the cess will also be shared with states to strengthen healthcare systems

06 December,2025 11:00 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

In Photos: Vladimir Putin accorded ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Russian President Vladimir Putin was on Friday accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan forecourt ahead of his summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Pics/PTI)

05 December,2025 12:30 PM IST | ronak mastakar
Ashwini Vaishnaw: India accelerates automatic train protection system rollout

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 system—technology 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

06 December,2025 10:57 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

PM Modi bets big as Russia trade target set to soar

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

06 December,2025 10:54 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

Indian Army makes first-ever ascent of Arunachal’s highest peak Mount Kangto

Indian Army makes first-ever ascent of Arunachal’s highest peak Mount Kangto

An Indian Army mountaineering team from Eastern Command has achieved a historic milestone by successfully summiting Mount Kangto, Arunachal Pradesh’s highest and previously unconquered 7,042-m peak

06 December,2025 10:50 AM IST | Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) | Agencies

Amit Shah reviews pond interlinking progress in Ahmedabad & Gandhinagar

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

06 December,2025 10:26 AM IST | Gandhi Nagar (Gujarat) | ANI

Srinagar blast: How 2900 kg of explosives triggered deadly explosion at Nowgam

    Srinagar blast: How 2900 kg of explosives triggered deadly explosion at Nowgam

    A devastating explosion rocked the Nowgam Police Station in Jammu and Kashmir, killing 9 people and injuring dozens. Here’s how 2,900 kg of seized explosives accidentally detonated, the chain of events that led to the tragedy, and the aftermath that left the region in shock.

    15 November,2025 06:06 PM IST
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