Nagpur NMC Poll Prep: Strong Room Ready, 16K Staff Notified
Nagpur gears up for NMC elections with a high-security strong room at Bachat Bhavan. 16,000 staff notified for duty as EVM checking begins. Get the latest updates on poll preparations.
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100+ Bengal Micro-Observers Seek Relief from Poll Duty
Hours after appointment by Election Commission, over 100 micro-observers in West Bengal seek relief citing personal reasons. SIR duties set to begin Dec 27. Read details.
China Launches WTO Dispute Against India on Trade Duties
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
India Denies Duty Cuts for NZ on Key Agri Items
India rejects New Zealand's request for duty concessions on dairy, vegetables, sugar, and metals. The move protects domestic sectors as both nations review their trade agreement. Read the full analysis.
Teacher Unions Protest in Ludhiana Over Election Duty Deaths
Teacher unions in Ludhiana staged a mass protest over fatal mismanagement in Zila Parishad polls, demanding Rs 2 crore for families of deceased teachers and an end to hazardous duties. Read their key demands.
Punjab Teachers Demand Rs 2 Crore Compensation for Deceased Couple
Teacher associations in Punjab demand Rs 2 crore compensation each for a teacher couple who died in a road accident while heading for election duty. The state govt agrees to education and job support for their children.
Gujarat Voter Revision Disrupts Higher Education
Gujarat's election roll revision deploys 737 officers, including 250+ professors, risking academic schedules and exams. Read about the potential impact on colleges.
Delhi HC Asks Customs to Respond to IndiGo's Rs 900 Cr Plea
Delhi High Court directs customs authorities to respond to IndiGo's petition seeking a refund of over Rs 900 crore in import duty. The case involves aircraft engines and parts. Read the latest developments.
Punjab Teachers Protest Over Election Duty Deaths, Injuries
Teacher organisations in Punjab held protests demanding justice & ₹2 crore compensation for colleagues who died on election duty. Read about their demands for safety reforms.
HC Orders ₹10.8 Lakh Stamp Duty Refund to Pune Couple
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to refund stamp duty to an elderly Pune couple who abandoned a flat purchase due to Covid-19 financial and medical crisis. Landmark ruling prevents 'unjust enrichment' by state.
Punjab Teachers' Unions Protest Poll Duty Mismanagement
15 teachers' unions in Punjab stage statewide protests against alleged harassment during election duty. They demand compensation for families of deceased teachers and better safety measures. Read more.
Call of Duty's New Strategy: Free Trial, Unprecedented Support
Activision announces a major shift for Call of Duty, offering a free Black Ops 7 trial next week and ending back-to-back releases. Experience the game and decide for yourself.
DTF Objects to Heavy Teacher Deployment for Punjab Elections
Democratic Teachers' Front protests excessive election duties for teachers in Punjab, citing academic disruption and safety concerns. Demands exemptions, security, and honorarium for staff.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: Over 300 Cancellations Explained
IndiGo cancels over 300 flights due to new pilot duty rules, causing major disruptions at Indian airports. Understand the crisis and its impact. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 180+ Cancellations, Pilot Union Alleges
IndiGo cancels over 180 flights for 3rd day. Pilot union claims crisis is 'artificially created' to pressure DGCA on new fatigue rules. Details inside.
IndiGo OTP at 19.7%, Massive Flight Delays & Cancellations
IndiGo's on-time performance plummeted to 19.7% on Wednesday, leading to hundreds of cancellations. The crisis raises questions about preparedness for new pilot duty norms. Read for details and airline's response.
IndiGo Cancels 175 Flights Amid New Crew Rules
IndiGo cancels 175+ flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
IndiGo Cancels 175 Flights Amid New Crew Rules
IndiGo cancels over 175 flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 200+ Cancellations, DGCA Probe
IndiGo faces severe operational turmoil with 200+ flight cancellations nationwide. DGCA investigates as new pilot rest rules and tech glitches cause chaos. Details inside.
LIC's Voting Pattern: Insurer or State Tool?
Mint's investigation reveals LIC's inconsistent voting, raising questions about its dual role as a public insurer and a strategic state investor. Explore the implications for millions of policyholders.
Lok Sabha Passes Tobacco Excise Duty Bill
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
IndiGo Flights Cancelled, Delayed After New Crew Rules
IndiGo's network faces major disruptions as new duty-time regulations cause flight cancellations and delays across India. Passengers report chaos at airports. #TravelNews
IndiGo flight cancelled at Mangaluru due to crew duty limits
Over 100 passengers spent the night at Mangaluru airport after IndiGo flight 6E 5150 to Mumbai was cancelled due to crew duty time limits, causing distress and multiple delays.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
Delhi MCD Election Results 2025: BJP Triumphs
BJP sweeps Delhi MCD elections 2025 with 126 seats, AAP gets 55, Congress 9. Full ward-wise winners list and analysis of the capital's political shift.
GST Cut Backfires on Ludhiana's Bicycle Industry
Ludhiana's bicycle sector faces a worsening crisis as a GST reduction to 5% exacerbates an inverted duty structure, blocking working capital and threatening small units. Industry demands urgent reform.
UP Treats Athletes' Competition Time as Official Duty
Uttar Pradesh government ends leave hurdles for appointed athletes, declaring national/international participation as 'duty'. Cabinet also approves MoU for Varanasi stadium as National Centre of Excellence.
Call of Duty Season 1 Starts Dec 4 with Major Content Drop
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 1 begins on December 4. Explore new maps, modes, weapons, and the biggest seasonal content drop in franchise history. Dive in now!
Bajpe, Kinnigoli Panchayat Polls Schedule Out
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
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