INDIA
From Rajdhani Express to Vande Bharat Sleeper: What India’s future long-distance train travel will look like
Indian Railways News: With the upcoming sleeper version of the Vande Bharat Express, Indian Railways is now preparing to take the Vande Bharat brand into overnight and long-haul segments traditionally dominated by Rajdhani and Duronto services.
INDIA
India’s first bullet train to roll out on August 15, 2027: Routes, speed, key details
The 508-km high-speed rail corridor, being built between Sabarmati in Ahmedabad and Mumbai, is designed for trains running at speeds of up to 320 kmph
BUSINESS
Two new airlines get green light, but can they break India’s aviation duopoly?
Al Hind Air is being promoted by the Kerala-based Alhind Group, while FlyExpress is positioned as a regional operator.
BUSINESS
Tata Motors’ EVs cross 2.5 lakh sales, Nexon tops the list
Shailesh Chandra, MD & CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., said, "Crossing 250,000 EV sales reflects how electric mobility is fast becoming part of everyday Indian life. O
INDIA
Supreme Court’s Aravalli ruling: Why the Centre is on board, and why activists aren’t
Activists said that the Aravalli range acts as a natural shield for the Delhi-NCR region, helping curb pollution, prevent desertification and mitigate water scarcity.
SPORTS
IPL auction: RCB outbid KKR to sign Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 7 crore
IPL Auction News:After intense bidding, RCB snapped up Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 7 crore
SPORTS
Cameron Green sold to KKR for Rs 25.20 crore, costliest pick of IPL Auction 2026
IPL Auction 2026 News: The confirmation is expected to boost KKR, who will now have the services of a fully fit pace-bowling all-rounder for the upcoming IPL season.
INDIA
Rafale fighter jets to get Made-in-India AESA radar parts in major defence push
Under the agreement, SFO Technologies will produce technically advanced wired structures for the RBE2 AESA radar, a critical component of the Rafale platform
AUTOMOBILE
MG Hector facelift debuts at Rs 11.99 lakh with updated design, new features
The All-New MG Hector features a redesigned front and rear with new bumpers and a revised grille called the Aura Hex Grille
BUSINESS
IndiGo denies ‘planned crisis’ claims, says winter operations and tech glitches caused chaos
IndiGo has now stabilised its network, operating over 1,900 flights, connecting all 138 destinations, with on-time performance 'back to normal high levels,' IndiGo Chairman Vikram Singh Mehta said.
BUSINESS
Akasa Air grows fleet to 31 aircraft, plans big expansion ahead
Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube said the new aircraft reflects the airline’s focus on improving travel comfort based on passenger feedback
BUSINESS
Govt cuts IndiGo flights by 10% to restore normal operations, speeds up refund process
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said that IndiGo’s internal mismanagement of crew rosters, flight schedules and inadequate communication had caused widespread inconvenience to passengers across the country.
BUSINESS
IndiGo chaos: CEO Pieter Elbers says operations back on track, airline begins internal review
Pieter Elbers asserted that 'IndiGo is back on its feet,' with efforts to restore the network progressing on a 'war footing'
BUSINESS
Lend a hand where you can: Air India CEO urges staff to support travellers amid IndiGo turbulence
As passenger loads increase due to cascading disruptions, the CEO urged employees to extend kindness not just to Air India customers but also to workers from other airlines.
AUTOMOBILE
Tata Sierra variant-wise prices announced: New SUV starts at Rs 11.49 lakh, goes up to Rs 18.49 lakh
With multiple powertrain options and distinct lifestyle-oriented trims, the new Sierra marks Tata Motors’ entry into the premium mid-size SUV segment.
BUSINESS
The factors behind IndiGo’s recent disruptions: Pilot rest norms and planning shortfalls
IndiGo said it has initiated calibrated adjustments to the schedules to contain the disruption and restore stability. The airline did not share any specific numbers.
BUSINESS
Air India Ahmedabad-bound flight returns to Delhi after smoke alert
Air India said ground teams ensured assistance and onward travel arrangements for the affected passengers
WORLD
Guns & Gavels: How Pakistan’s judiciary is being undermined and why it benefits Asim Munir
Pakistan’s military has long exerted significant influence over national politics, but analysts say the latest changes grant it unprecedented constitutional backing
INDIA
Indian Army deploys indigenous high-altitude mono rail system in Arunachal Pradesh | Watch
The Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps has operationalised an indigenous mono rail system at 16,000 feet in the Kameng Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh
INDIA
Navi Mumbai International Airport to start operations from 25 December; IndiGo, Akasa Air set to begin flights
Built across 1,160 hectares, NMIA will initially operate with a single terminal and runway, offering an annual passenger handling capacity of 20 million. The first phase has been completed at a cost of Rs 19,650 crore. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the facility on October 8.
AUTOMOBILE
Maruti Suzuki recalls 39,506 units of Grand Vitara over faulty fuel indicator
The company will recall the units of Grand Vitara manufactured between December 9, 2024, to April 29, 2025.
INDIA
Delhi car blast: Association of Indian Universities suspends Al Falah University’s membership; govt orders forensic audit
Located in Dhauj, Faridabad (Haryana), Al Falah University is a private institution that also runs a hospital on its campus.
INDIA
Delhi Police urges travellers to arrive early at stations, airport amid heightened security
The move follows new developments in the Delhi blast investigation, with fresh CCTV footage showing prime accused Dr Umar Un Nabi entering the city through the Badarpur border in an i20 car
INDIA
Calcutta High Court cancels Mukul Roy's West Bengal Assembly membership under anti-defection law
Mukul Roy, who had won the 2021 state elections on a BJP ticket, had crossed over to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) just a few months later, in August that year, at an event attended by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee
