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08 Dec

ED Files Chargesheet Against Satyendar Jain and 13 Others in Delhi Jal Board Tender Scam

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New Delhi, December 8, 2025— The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against former Delhi Minister and AAP leader Satyendar Kumar Jain and 13 others in a money-laundering case linked to alleged corruption in awarding four tenders for Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) under the Delhi Jal Board (DJB).The chargesheet, filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), also names Udit Prakash Rai, the then CEO of the Delhi Jal Board; Ajay Gupta, then Member, DJB; Satish Chandra Vashishth, then Chief Engineer; and several private individuals. The agency said the case stems from an Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) FIR against…

08 Dec

PM Modi Accuses Nehru of ‘Betraying’ Vande Mataram, Says Congress Chose Appeasement Under Pressure from Muslim League

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New Delhi, December 8— Prime Minister Narendra Modi sparked a major political flashpoint on Monday after alleging that India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, “betrayed” Vande Mataram by diluting its spirit under pressure from the Muslim League and the Congress’ then policy of appeasement.Speaking during a special discussion in the Lok Sabha on the 150th Anniversary of the National Song, the Prime Minister revisited historical events to argue that the Congress leadership compromised on the national song at a crucial moment in India’s freedom struggle.PM Modi claimed that Vande Mataram—first written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875—had united Indians across…

08 Dec

IndiGo Turbulence Continues: Bengaluru Airport Hit Hard as Seventh Day of Cancellations Unfolds

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Bengaluru (Rajeev Sharma): Passengers at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport faced another difficult day on Monday, with IndiGo cancelling 127 flights amid ongoing operational chaos that has stretched into its seventh straight day. The disruptions included 62 outbound flights and 65 arrivals, according to an airport insider. The prolonged crisis has prompted stepped-up intervention from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). On Sunday night, the regulator extended the deadline for IndiGo chief executive Pieter Elbers and chief operating officer Isidro Porqueras to respond to show-cause notices. Their replies are now due by 6 p.m. on Monday. The notices, issued a…

08 Dec

PM Modi to lead debate on 150-year-old Vande Matram in Lok Sabha today

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National Times Bureau :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open a special debate in the Lok Sabha on Monday to mark 150 years of the Vande Mataram. The discussion aims to bring attention to some lesser-known facts about the song. Modi is expected to speak about the role of Vande Mataram—written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and first published on November 7, 1875—in India’s freedom struggle, as well as its historical importance and relevance today. Opposition leaders are also waiting to hear his remarks, especially since last month, during an anniversary event, Modi accused the Congress of removing important verses from…

07 Dec

Lakhs Join Grand Gita Chanting Event at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground

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Kolkata — Lakhs of devotees, monks, and spiritual practitioners gathered at the Brigade Parade Ground on Sunday for a massive Bhagavad Gita chanting ceremony that transformed the iconic venue into a vast spiritual congregation. Dressed in saffron robes, sadhus and sadhvis recited verses in unison, creating a resonant atmosphere that organisers described as a historic moment for West Bengal’s cultural and religious life.Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leaders, including Sukanta Majumdar, Locket Chatterjee, and Agnimitra Paul, were among the key attendees. Prominent spiritual figures such as Swami Pradiptananda Maharaj, also known as Kartik Maharaj, and preacher Dhirendra Shastri joined the gathering,…

07 Dec

Supreme Court to Hear Plea Challenging Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention Under NSA

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New Delhi, December 7, 2025— The Supreme Court will on Monday hear a petition filed by Gitanjali J Angmo, wife of detained climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, questioning the legality of his arrest under the National Security Act. She has argued that the detention is arbitrary and violates his fundamental rights. The matter is scheduled to be taken up by a bench headed by Justices Aravind Kumar and N. V. Anjaria.The hearing comes after the case was postponed on November 24, when Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh, sought more time to respond…

07 Dec

IndiGo Processes ₹610 Crore Refunds as Government Pushes for Faster Normalisation

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New Delhi, December 7, 2025— IndiGo has refunded ₹610 crore so far for flights that were cancelled or severely delayed during the recent operational crisis, the civil aviation ministry said on Sunday. The government also confirmed that the airline has delivered around 3,000 misplaced baggage items to passengers across the country.The ministry said India’s aviation network is moving quickly towards full normalcy and that all corrective steps will remain in place until operations stabilise completely. On Saturday, the government instructed IndiGo to complete the entire ticket refund process for cancelled flights by Sunday evening and ensure that all separated baggage…

07 Dec

Smriti Mandhana Confirms Wedding With Palak Muchhal Has Been Cancelled, Says Cricket Remains Her Only Focus

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Mumbai, December 7, 2025: Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana has publicly confirmed that her planned marriage to music composer Palak Muchhal has been cancelled. The announcement came through a detailed social media statement, where the left-handed batter urged everyone to respect her privacy and stated that her commitment to cricket remains unchanged.Mandhana said she chose to speak out because of the rising speculation surrounding her personal life over the past few weeks. Describing herself as a private individual, she clarified that the wedding “is called off” and requested both fans and the media to avoid further discussion on the matter.She…

07 Dec

24-Year-Old Indian Student Dies in New York House Fire

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National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident, a 24-year-old woman died in a house fire after sustaining massive burn injuries in New York on Thursday. The victim, Sahaja Reddy Udumala, had moved to the US in 2021 for higher studies. She was living in Albany, New York. According to preliminary information, the fire originated in a neighbouring building and spread rapidly to Sahaja's house. She was reportedly asleep when the fire broke out and was unable to escape. In a post on X, the Consulate General of India, New York, said, "We are deeply saddened by the untimely demise…

07 Dec

IndiGo Recovers Flight Operations, Faces Regulatory and Political Pressure

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): IndiGo has announced that it has restored around 95% of its network, planning over 1,500 flights on Sunday and reconnecting 135 of its 138 destinations. The airline described the sharp reduction in flights on Saturday, when just over 700 flights operated, as a strategic “reboot” to stabilise schedules and crew rosters following widespread operational disruptions that affected thousands of passengers nationwide. In a statement, IndiGo acknowledged that while significant progress has been made, the airline still has challenges ahead in fully restoring passenger confidence. It thanked employees, travellers, partners, and government agencies for supporting its efforts…