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Russian President Putin departs Delhi after two-day State Visit; thanks India for 'warm welcome'

Russian President Putin departs Delhi after two-day State Visit; thanks India for 'warm welcome'

Russian President Vladimir Putin departed from Palam Technical Airport on Friday (December 5, 2025), wrapping up a significant India visit marked by a ceremonial welcome, a state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan, and wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both sides finalised a five-year plan to strengthen economic and trade ties, reaffirmed their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership, and called for an uncompromising global fight against terrorism. 25 days ago
Pilot Shortage Triggers Prolonged IndiGo Cancellations; DGCA Launches Probe

Pilot Shortage Triggers Prolonged IndiGo Cancellations; DGCA Launches Probe

The chaos has largely been attributed to a sudden shortage of pilots, reportedly caused by planning lapses. Aviation authorities are closely monitoring the situation as the airline struggles to stabilise operations. IndiGo, which operates around 2,300 flights daily with a fleet of more than 400 aircraft, has seen its punctuality drop sharply amid the ongoing operational breakdown — a situation expected to take several more days to improve. 25 days ago
Sky is the limit: IndiGo is now tenth largest airline by capacity globally; growth indisputable [details]

Grounded dreams: IndiGo meltdown and India's aviation reckoning

This crisis is India's clearest burning platform in civil aviation history. If seized with rigour and political will, December 2025 will be remembered not as the week the skies failed, but as the moment India built an aviation ecosystem that is safe, resilient, competitive, and genuinely passenger-first. 26 days ago
Airfares skyrocket across India amid IndiGo's massive disruptions

Airfares skyrocket across India amid IndiGo's massive disruptions

The sudden grounding created an immediate shortage of seats, triggering a sharp rise in last-minute ticket prices across the country. Delhi Airport announced the suspension on its official X handle, confirming that all IndiGo domestic flights scheduled to depart on December 5 would remain cancelled until 11:59 p.m. 26 days ago
PM Modi, President Putin agree to ramp up India-Russia trade till 2030

PM Modi, President Putin agree to ramp up India-Russia trade till 2030

Both countries are working towards ambitious targets set by their leaders of achieving $50 billion in mutual investments by 2025 and $100 billion in annual bilateral trade by 2030. The two leaders witnessed the signing of multiple agreements between India and Russia, across sectors ranging from fertilisers to food safety and shipping. 26 days ago
'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe

Brain-eating amoeba infection: Kerala reported 170 cases and 42 deaths in 2025

Kerala has recorded 170 cases and 42 deaths from amoebic meningoencephalitis (brain-eating amoeba infection) in 2025, the Health Ministry informed Parliament. Since 2023, the state has reported 211 cases and 53 deaths. The Centre said the surge prompted investigations by NCDC and a high-level review by ICMR, leading to strengthened surveillance through 18 VRDL labs. 26 days ago
J&K SIA carries out searches in Srinagar, Ganderbal in connection with doctors' terror module case

J&K SIA carries out searches in Srinagar, Ganderbal in connection with doctors' terror module case

The officials said that the raids in Srinagar were being carried out in the Batamaloo area, from where one of the accused persons, namely Tufail Ahmad Bhat, son of Niyaz Ahmad Bhat, was arrested earlier. "Searches are also underway in Wakura Ganderbal. On November 22, SIA had arrested Tufail from his residence at Diyarwani Batamaloo in connection with the terror case," the officials said. 26 days ago
Automobiles, electronics, manufacturing sectors to benefit from India-Russia trade ties

Automobiles, electronics, manufacturing sectors to benefit from India-Russia trade ties

As Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on a high-profile visit, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said at an event here that the shared focus is to foster more balanced and mutually rewarding trade, aiming to exceed $100 billion by 2030, driven by stronger Indian exports. While reaching $70 billion is a significant milestone, the current pattern of trade needs to be more balanced, he added. 26 days ago
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