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Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense detected seven Chinese military aircraft sorties and six naval vessels near its waters today. Two aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan’s northern and southwestern ADIZ. The MND confirmed that ROC Armed Forces monitored the situation and responded, maintaining vigilance amid heightened PLA activity around Taiwan.
IATA chief Willie Walsh said India’s new Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) rules, introduced on November 1, are “much more restrictive” than those in other countries. However, he added that regulators must ensure safety and security in aviation. The comments highlight growing debate over the impact of the stricter rules on airlines.
Several schools in Delhi received bomb threats via email today. Students were safely evacuated in a phased manner, with parents asked to pick them up. Police and bomb squads searched the premises, but no explosives were found. Authorities are investigating. Security has been heightened following the recent Red Fort blast that killed at least 15 […]
US President Trump said he plans to “make a phone call” to address renewed border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia that caused evacuations and growing concern. At a rally, he claimed he could stop the conflict through diplomatic effort. The two countries have long disputed a border area with several historic temples and sensitive territory.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan will meet Panchayat Raj and Rural Development employees today at the CK Convention Hall in Mangalagiri. The session, titled ‘Mata-Manthi’, will bring together around 2,000 staff members from various districts. Pawan will provide guidance to enhance services and listen to employees’ concerns to improve efficiency in the department.
IndiGo has canceled over 4,600 flights so far, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers across India. Between December 1 and December 9, Mumbai airport alone saw 905 cancellations, impacting 40,789 travelers. Daily flight cancellations ranged from over 150 to around 1,600, causing massive delays and disruption for passengers nationwide.
Odisha extended a social media ban in Malkangiri for 18 hours after violent clashes between two tribal communities. Trouble began when a woman’s headless body was found, leading to attacks on homes and shops. Police and security forces restored order, and the government announced financial help for affected families and ongoing efforts to find suspects.
A Delhi court granted bail to 10 protesters arrested for allegedly raising slogans supporting slain Maoist commander Madvi Hidma at Kartavya Path. The court heard bail pleas of 12 accused, denying one and adjourning another. The decision allows most protesters to be released while legal proceedings continue for the others.
Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday reiterated his “vote chori” allegations, accusing the Election Commission of colluding with the ruling BJP to influence elections. The BJP hit back, claiming Congress undermined the country’s institutions through constitutional amendments during its rule. Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha is expected to continue the debate on the SIR today.
Australia will block children under 16 from TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, making it the first country with such a strict law. Other nations, like the UK, France, Germany, and Malaysia, have set age limits or parental consent rules. Tech companies generally require users to be at least 13, but many minors bypass restrictions.
India’s Civil Aviation Ministry has asked IndiGo to reduce 10% of its flights to curb rising cancellations. IndiGo will still operate all routes while following the reduction. Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirmed that refunds for affected flights up to December 6 are complete and said the cut will help stabilize operations.
The US State Department says 85,000 visas have been canceled since January as the Trump administration increases immigration enforcement. A post on X said President Trump and Secretary Rubio plan to continue their strict approach. The announcement came with an image stressing that tighter visa rules are part of national security efforts.
Lahore police registered an FIR after two apples and a handwash bottle, valued at PKR 1,000, were stolen from Additional Sessions Judge Noor Muhammad Basmal’s chamber on Dec 5. Filed at Islampura Police Station under Section 380 of the Penal Code, the case may lead to seven years’ imprisonment. A rights activist called it Pakistan’s […]
Cognizant, Intel, and Microsoft CEOs met PM Modi, pledging investment and expansion in India. Cognizant will grow in emerging cities and boost AI skill development. Intel committed to supporting India’s semiconductor ecosystem, signing an MoU with Tata Group for local manufacturing, assembly, and advanced packaging of Intel-designed products.
Delhi’s Pollution Control Committee has banned coal and firewood in tandoors at all eateries due to high pollution levels. Restaurants must switch to electric or gas appliances. Authorities will enforce the rule under GRAP measures, citing coal-based cooking as a pollution source, with municipal bodies ordered to ensure immediate compliance across the city.