Amid IndiGo crisis, govt takes BIG action, asks airline to…

The stringent government order comes as the budget airline faces its worst operational crisis in its near 20-year history. On Tuesday, IndiGo cancelled more than 400 flights, with airports serving Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai being the worst hit. Here are more details.
India-US trade talks resume Wednesday amid tariff tensions and Trump’s warning on rice imports

India and the US resume BTA talks as Donald Trump warns of a 5% tariff on Indian rice and US duties hit 50%. With trade surplus shrinking, both sides face tough negotiations.
Nagpur-Chandrapur expressway’s revised alignment cleared, it will now run from…

Nagpur-Chandrapur Expressway update: The revision is expected to result in a saving of 27 hectares of forest land, officials said
Days after Goa nightclub fire, another property owned by Luthra brothers demolished, here’s why

The demolition work started on Tuesday evening following an order from Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant, reports said. Pictures and videos circulating on social media platforms appeared to confirm the government action.
Delhi-Mumbai Expressway likely be completed in 2026, NHAI plans 15 km link to reduce Morbe-JNPA travel time to 25 mins, check details

The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is coming closer to its completion as its final phase in Maharashtra will see the Talasari to Raite section likely completed in April 2026. Additionally, the NHAI has planned a 15 km stretch that will reduce the travel time between Morbe and JNPA.
Goa nightclub fire update: Luthra brothers escape to Phuket, police intensify probe, check details

Goa police launched an international hunt for the Luthra brothers, Saurav and Gaurav Luthra, after they flee to Thailand’s Phuket just hours after the incident. The police have roped in interpol to hasten the process of their arrest.
IndiGo crisis update: Civil Aviation Secretary says, ‘90% baggage arrived, 100% refund…’

Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha said the government worked actively to address passengers’ concerns in the wake of the disruption caused by the recent IndiGo operational crisis, and 100 per cent refunds for PNR cancellations have apparently been completed.
Renowned social activist Baba Adhav passes away at 95; PM Modi condoles

Veteran socialist leader and prominent activist Dr Baba Adhav, a renowned figure in Maharashtra’s labour and social justice movements, passed away in Pune on Monday evening at the age of 95 years. He had been undergoing treatment at the Poona Hospital.
India condemns Pakistani strikes on Afghanistan that killed civilians; MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal says, ‘we support Independence of…’

India reiterated its strong backing for Afghanistan’s territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence, condemning reports of Afghan civilian casualties during continuing clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
Hyderabad Weather Update December 9: IMD issues cold wave alert for 7 Telangana districts as temperature drops by 5.1 degrees; Check details here

Telangana faces cold wave conditions on December 9 as IMD issues a yellow alert for seven districts. Temperatures are expected to drop 3-4°C below normal, with several areas already recording sub-10°C lows. Fog, mist, and chilly mornings are likely to persist for the next two days.