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Goa CM Sawant briefs Modi on nightclub fire, vows support to those affected

In a post on X, Sawant wrote that he had apprised the PM of the situation and that the Goa government is 'extending all assistance to the affected families.'

DGCA slams IndiGo CEO, issues show-cause notice demanding explanation within 24 hrs

The aviation regulator stated that the 'primary cause' of the disruptions was IndiGo's failure to make 'adequate arrangements' following large-scale operational disruptions.

Supriya Sule introduces Right to Disconnect Bill in LS to promote work-life balance for Indians

The private member's Bill seeks to impose sanctions at a rate of 1% of total remuneration of employees on entities (companies or societies) for non-compliance with its provisions.

Putin’s India visit reflects Trump’s ‘gross incompetence,’ Former Pentagon official says

Rubin said the US is “hypocritical” for lecturing India on buying discounted Russian oil while itself trading with Moscow, and backed New Delhi’s right to prioritise its needs.

Putin visit won’t impact India-US trade talks, says Jaishankar. ‘We have freedom of choice’

EAM reaffirms India’s strategic autonomy, while emphasizing the need for firm negotiations with the US to protect farmers, workers, and small businesses.

Civil Aviation Ministry directs IndiGo to complete pending passenger refunds by Sunday

It also instructs airlines to waive rescheduling fees for affected passengers. Delays or non-compliance in refunds will face immediate regulatory action, ministry warns.

Ashwani Kumar announces new MCD budget with no new taxes, major ease of doing business reforms

The commissioner reiterated that civic services will be boosted without extra tax burden. Revenue will rise by widening the tax base & better recovery, with 58% of receipts from taxes.

PM Modi announces free 30-day e-visas for Russians at joint address with Putin

The 30-day e-tourist and group visas for Russian citizens will strengthen bilateral cooperation in the Arctic & create new employment opportunities for India’s youth, PM Modi said.

Foreign secretary Misri says India seeking release of Indians in Russian military

Vikram Misri said PM Modi raised the issue of Indians in Russian forces with President Putin, while cautioning citizens against accepting any offers to join the country's military.

IndiGo disruptions send domestic fares soaring, some now costlier than international flights

MakeMyTrip lists show sharp spikes for flights from Delhi to state capitals & major metros, with same-day non-stop fares reaching nearly double prices available on nearby dates.

On Camera

Modi govt’s repeal of MGNREGA is all about extracting money from states, not reform

The claim that VB-GRAMG provides an employment guarantee is incorrect. The only guarantee is to 'empower' the Centre to allow partial implementation in notified areas alone.

China is taking India to WTO over subsidies, again. Here’s what it’s arguing before trade body

Dispute will now move to consultative process, which allows the two sides to come to an amicable agreement within 60 days.

Israel has ‘realised who its real friend is’, eyes defence expansion in India amid arms curbs by others

It is argued that India-Israel ties are moving from buyer–seller dynamic to one focused on joint development & manufacturing partnership, a shift 'more durable' than traditional arms sales.

India’s top airline just handed sarkar the keys. That’s IndiGo’s real ‘crime’

Don’t blame misfortune. This is colossal incompetence and insensitivity. So bad, heads would have rolled even in the old PSU-era Indian Airlines and Air India.