India

07 Dec

DGCA issues notice to Indigo CEO over massive flight disruptions, seeks reply within 24 hours

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National Times Bureau :- India’s aviation crisis deepened on Saturday as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers, seeking an explanation for the escalating flight delays, cancellations, and widespread operational failures.  The aviation regulator has given Elbers 24 hours to reply, warning that punitive action will follow if he fails to respond. The DGCA stated that the large-scale disruptions, involving hundreds of cancellations each day, have caused major inconvenience and distress to passengers. The notice said the main reason behind the chaos was IndiGo’s failure to arrange essential requirements necessary for…

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07 Dec

InterGlobe Aviation Launches Crisis Cell to Address IndiGo Flight Disruptions

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): IndiGo’s parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, has set up a Crisis Management Group to monitor and manage the ongoing operational challenges affecting the airline, the company announced on Sunday. The move comes after several days of flight cancellations and delays that have impacted thousands of passengers across India. In its statement, InterGlobe Aviation said the board is actively overseeing the situation and working to ensure that refunds for cancelled flights are processed promptly. The airline emphasised its commitment to providing assistance to all affected travellers. IndiGo, which operates one of the largest domestic fleets in the country,…

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07 Dec

PM Modi Reviews Goa Fire Tragedy, Announces Financial Aid for Victims’ Families

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Goa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spoke with Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant after a horrific fire at a nightclub in Arpora claimed 25 lives, prompting shock across the country. The Prime Minister assured the state of full support as rescue work and investigations continue. Calling the incident “heartbreaking,” Modi wrote on X that his thoughts were with the families mourning their loved ones. He also wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the late-night blaze. Following the call with the Chief Minister, the Prime Minister’s Office announced compensation from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.…

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07 Dec

Goa Nightclub Tragedy Triggers Criminal Case and High-Level Inquiry

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Goa (Rajeev Sharma): The Goa administration has ordered a detailed magisterial investigation into the fatal nightclub fire in Arpora, as police move ahead with criminal charges against the establishment’s management. The disaster, which unfolded just after midnight on Sunday, claimed 25 lives and left the state reeling. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant confirmed that an FIR has been registered against the owner and the general manager of Birch by Romeo Lane, the club where the fire erupted. Both individuals are expected to be taken into custody as part of the ongoing probe. Sawant, who addressed the media and later posted an…

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07 Dec

Fire Ravages Goa Nightclub, Leaving 25 Dead Amid Peak Tourist Rush

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Goa (Rajeev Sharma): A late-night fire at a well-known entertainment venue in North Goa turned catastrophic on Sunday, killing 25 people and injuring six others, according to officials investigating the tragedy. The incident occurred at Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora, a nightlife hub about 25 kilometres from Panaji. The blaze erupted shortly after midnight, rapidly engulfing the interiors before many inside could escape. Rescue teams battled the flames for hours as frantic calls from relatives and tourists poured in. Authorities initially reported 23 fatalities, later confirming two more after search efforts concluded. Among the dead were four visitors to…

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06 Dec

Navjot Sidhu Will Rejoin Politics Only if Named Congress’ CM Face, Says Navjot Kaur Sidhu

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Chandigarh, December 6, 2025 — Navjot Kaur Sidhu on Saturday said that her husband, former Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, will return to active politics only if the party officially declares him its Chief Ministerial candidate. She made the remarks after meeting Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria.She asserted that Sidhu has the ability to deliver strong governance and revive Punjab as a “Golden State,” but stressed that they would not engage in internal lobbying or financial bargaining to secure positions. “We cannot and will not offer money for posts,” she said.Criticising the factionalism within the Congress, Navjot Kaur Sidhu…

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06 Dec

Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Lays Foundation for Babri Masjid-Inspired Mosque Amid Tight Security in Murshidabad

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Murshidabad (West Bengal), December 6, 2025— Suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a mosque modeled on the design of Ayodhya’s Babri Masjid at Rejinagar in Murshidabad district. The ceremony drew thousands of onlookers and unfolded under an extensive security blanket.Kabir, joined by several clerics, inaugurated the event by cutting a ceremonial ribbon as chants of “Nara-e-Takbeer, Allahu Akbar” resonated across the area. People had begun assembling since early morning, turning the venue into a major crowd hotspot.Given the sensitivity surrounding the event, the administration deployed heavy security across Rejinagar and nearby Beldanga. Personnel…

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06 Dec

Assam Police to File Charge Sheet on Zubeen Garg’s Death Case on December 12 as Probe Nears Completion

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Dispur (Assam), December 6, 2025: The investigation into the death of Assam’s celebrated cultural figure Zubeen Garg is in its final phase, with the charge sheet expected to be filed on December 12, a senior police officer announced on Saturday. Garg died on September 19 while swimming in the sea in Singapore, a tragedy that sparked an outpouring of grief across Assam and among his global fan base.Special Director General of Police (CID) Munna Prasad Gupta, who is leading the Special Investigation Team (SIT), told reporters that the inquiry has progressed significantly. He said the team is now preparing the…

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06 Dec

Railways Deploys 84 Special Trains Nationwide to Aid Passengers Hit by IndiGo Flight Disruptions

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New Delhi, December 6, 2025: The Indian Railways on Saturday announced an extensive nationwide response to the ongoing disruption caused by mass IndiGo flight cancellations, introducing 84 special trains across multiple zones to assist stranded travellers. These trains will operate 104 trips and were arranged within hours after officials assessed passenger traffic at key hubs, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Patna and Howrah.Dilip Kumar, Executive Director (Information & Publicity) of the Railway Board, said the number of additional services could increase depending on passenger load and real-time movement patterns. He added that all zones have been instructed to utilise…

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06 Dec

Supriya Sule Introduces ‘Right to Disconnect’ Bill to Protect Employees from After-Hours Work Pressure

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New Delhi, December 6, 2025— Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule has introduced a private member’s legislation aimed at giving Indian employees the right to step away from work-related communication once their official hours end. Tabled in the Lower House on Friday, the Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025 proposes that companies violating these rules would face a penalty equal to one per cent of their total employee remuneration.The Bill states that every employee should have the freedom to refuse work calls, messages or emails beyond office hours, without fear of consequences. Sule argued that the rapid spread of digital tools has…

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