Trump outlines sweeping 'America First' agenda in security strategy

Trump links tariffs to new farm aid, flags Indian rice imports

The President framed the new assistance as essential to stabilising the farm economy after what he repeatedly called inherited inflation and depressed commodity prices. "Farmers are an indispensable national asset, part of the backbone of America," he said, arguing that tariff leverage was central to his strategy for reviving US agriculture. 6 days ago
IndiGo refunds Rs 827 crore to passengers; returns 4,500 bags amid stern govt warning

IndiGo refunds Rs 827 crore to passengers; returns 4,500 bags amid stern govt warning

"Today, we are all set to operate over 1,800 flights, connecting all stations that we operate to. We have optimised our operations and managed to reduce the number of cancellations which are being notified to customers in advance, and our on-time performance (OTP) has also improved to 91 per cent across the network," said the airline. 6 days ago
China, Russia and India emerging economies  — important members of Global South: Beijing

China, Russia and India emerging economies — important members of Global South: Beijing

Addressing a regular press conference in Beijing on Monday, Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Guo Jiakun expressed China's readiness to work with Russia and India to promote the development of bilateral ties. He also expressed China's willingness to work with India to view and handle bilateral ties from a strategic and long-term perspective and promoting the stable development of bilateral ties. 6 days ago
Three flights land safely at Hyderabad airport after bomb threats

Three flights land safely at Hyderabad airport after bomb threats

A bomb threat email was received at RGIA customer support for three flights coming from Kannur, Frankfurt, and Heathrow. Airport authorities activated standard safety protocols. All three flights landed safely, according to a statement from the airport authorities. 6 days ago
Delhi fog

Delhi continues to struggle with toxic air as AQI remains poor

The city on Sunday witnessed slightly clearer skies and a minor improvement in air quality, offering residents brief relief from persistent smog. The real-time AQI stood at 277, a slight improvement from the previous day. Despite this, pollution levels remained significantly high. PM10 concentrations were measured at 263 µg/m³, while PM2.5 levels stood at 199 µg/m³. 6 days ago
IndiGo crisis day 5: Apologises to customers, says it is addressing all refunds on priority

IndiGo disruption: 16 flights cancelled in J&K, passengers suffer

While reports suggest that IndiGo flights were impacted due to the new rules limiting pilots' duty hours, IndiGo management has blamed a multitude of unforeseen operational challenges, including minor tech glitches, winter schedule changes, congestion, and weather, for the chaos. 6 days ago
DGCA's tariff monitoring unit keeping airfares on 78 routes in check: Minister

DGCA's tariff monitoring unit keeping airfares on 78 routes in check: Minister

The DGCA ensures that the airfare charged by the airlines remains within the boundaries of the established tariff sheets. However, in exceptional circumstances of non-adherence to Sub Rule (2) of Rule 135 of The Aircraft Rules, 1937, necessary directions are being issued to all concerned airlines, Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol told the Rajya Sabha. 6 days ago
Ola Electric stock crashes 80 pc from post-listing high

Ola Electric stock crashes 80 pc from post-listing high

At the closing bell, the shares were down by Rs 1.09 or 3.07 per cent at Rs 34.41. During intra-day trade, the shares of Ola Electric Mobility Limited dropped 4 per cent and extended their losing streak to seven consecutive trading sessions. 6 days ago