INDIA
Ixigo to refund passengers for IndiGo flight cancellations between December 3-8
Ixigo has assured full refunds of convenience and assured fees for customers impacted by IndiGo’s flight cancellations between December 3 and 8.
BUSINESS
Air India, Air India Express cap economy fares as IndiGo disruptions hit travellers
Air India and Air India Express added that they are working to add more capacity to help travellers, and their baggage, reach their destinations as seamlessly and quickly as possible.
INDIA
Suspended TMC MLA Kabir lays Babri Masjid foundation stone in Murshidabad, says he’s ‘not doing anything unconstitutional’
Addressing the gathering, Kabir argued that he was exercising a constitutional right. “I am not doing anything unconstitutional. Anyone can build a temple or a church; I will build a mosque,” he said.
INDIA
Govt asks IndiGo to clear all pending refunds by 8 pm tomorrow; orders zero rescheduling charges
In a statement, the ministry of civil aviation said it has mandated that the refund process for all cancelled or disrupted flights must be fully completed by 8 pm on Sunday, December 7
INDIA
‘Pakistan army behind many of India’s problems,’ says S Jaishankar
Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit, Jaishankar said the ideological hostility towards India comes from the Pakistan army.
INDIA
The Right to Disconnect Bill: How Supriya Sule's Bill aims to protect workers from after-hours calls
The draft legislation proposes giving workers the legal right to ignore official communication outside designated working hours without facing disciplinary action, a safeguard the Baramati MP argues is essential in an “always-on” digital workplace.
WORLD
Asim Munir should be arrested, Pakistan designated 'state sponsor of terror': Ex-Pentagon official
Rubin also called for Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's arrest while objecting to his White House visit in June.
INDIA
‘Opportunistic’: Govt cracks down on high airfares amid IndiGo chaos; imposes caps on ticket prices
In a statement, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said it has invoked its regulatory powers to ensure fair and reasonable fares across all affected routes
INDIA
Sonia Gandhi accuses BJP of ‘vilifying’ Nehru’s legacy; gets ‘surname’ retort from party
Sonia Gandhi stated that while analysis of Jawaharlal Nehru’s contributions was welcome, deliberate mischief with what he wrote and said was intolerable
BUSINESS
Behind the IndiGo flight crisis: Why the Centre launched a probe after massive disruptions
The Centre has also launched a high-level inquiry to determine accountability, identify operational gaps at IndiGo, and recommend measures to prevent future disruptions.
INDIA
High alert, heavy deployment in Murshidabad as suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir moves forward with ‘Babri-style’ mosque project
The Beldanga site, where Kabir claimed “three lakh people” would gather, has reportedly been turned into a high-security zone, with RAF, district police and central forces deployed on both sides of the National Highway 12
INDIA
Manoj Tiwari slams Congress amid row over Shashi Tharoor at Putin dinner: ‘Fail to understand…’
Shashi Tharoor’s decision to accept the invitation to the state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan triggered criticism within his own party, especially as Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were not invited to the high-profile dinner
STARTUP
Zepto converts to public company ahead of planned IPO in 2026
Zepto is aiming to IPO soon after Swiggy announced it is raising Rs 10,000 crore through a QIP, in about a year since it went public and raised over Rs 11,000 crore via an IPO in November 2024. Eternal too raised over Rs 8,000 crore via a QIP.
INDIA
Party eager for Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant to join politics, says JDU’s Sanjay Kumar Jha
During the 2025 Bihar assembly elections, posters urging Nishant to join politics had appeared in Patna and Nalanda, though he did not respond publicly.
INDIA
12 UP labourers stranded in Kyrgyzstan, families allege inhuman treatment: 'Worse than animals'
According to the family members of the stranded labourers, a local recruitment agency sent these men to Kyrgyzstan about three months back. They are reportedly forced to work in different cities and denied proper meals.
INDIA
IndiGo flights cancellation: Civil aviation minister warns of ‘necessary action’ against those responsible
His comments came amid the unprecedented disruption in air services across the country over the last four days caused by the large-scale cancellation and delay of IndiGo flights
INDIA
National Herald case: EOW issues notice to DK Shivakumar, DK Suresh over Young Indian transactions
The notice asks the brothers to provide a full breakdown of all payments made to Young Indian, including the purpose of the transfers, source of funds, any correspondence with the company or associated stakeholders, and whether donation receipts were issued.
INDIA
Former Pentagon official says Trump deserves Nobel for boosting India-Russia ties; decodes how US is reading Putin’s India tour
Michael Rubin said that President Trump deserves a Nobel Prize for bring Indian and Russia together
INDIA
IndiGo latest news: IndiGo to operate 1,500 flights as 95% of network restored after nationwide disruption
IndiGo crisis live updates: At Bengaluru airport, 124 flights were cancelled (63 departures, 61 arrivals), while Mumbai saw 109 cancellations (51 departures, 58 arrivals). Delhi recorded 106 cancellations, and Hyderabad faced 66.
PODCAST
Indigo’s turbulence, RBI’s rate cut & stronger India-Russia ties | MC Editor's Picks
Moneycontrol investigates what went wrong with Indigo’s strategy, what the airline’s lower market cap could mean for investors and how India’s weak aviation market oversight led to the current crisis. Also find reportage on the RBI’s repo rate cut - our journalists have decoded the development, delivering insights into what led to the decision, its expected impact on your money and what the central bank’s outlook is likely to be going ahead. Listen in on the major developments on India-Russia diplomatic relations and get your updates on all the other latest news in today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.
WORLD
Dubai shoots past skyline with record-breaking Ciel Tower hotel - check room prices and structure details
Ciel Tower has incorporated distinctive architectural features to manage its height and exposure to wind.
WORLD
Fifa awards first-ever Peace Prize to Trump during World Cup draw ceremony
The certificate presented to Trump commends him for actions taken “to promote peace and unity around the world.”
INDIA
Zafrani paneer roll, kulfi, jhol momo and more: Inside the diverse menu of Putin's state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhawan
The heart of the banquet lay in the main course, where Rashtrapati Bhavan’s chefs assembled a substantial spread built around seasonal produce.
BUSINESS
Wakefit Innovations mobilises Rs 580 crore via anchor book, Rs 1,289-crore IPO to open on December 8
Wakefit Innovations IPO | The company hit Dalal Street with its Rs 1,289-crore initial public offering.
