India's aviation regulator DGCA has 801 vacant posts out of 1630. To bridge the gap, it's hiring short-term contractual staff, but experts warn this is a band-aid solution for a serious safety oversight problem.
DoT's new directive mandates SIM-binding for WhatsApp, Telegram. COAI calls it a 'landmark step', but users fear privacy erosion and practical hurdles. Details inside.
India's DoT mandates SIM binding for messaging apps like WhatsApp by Feb 2026 to curb cyber fraud. New rules require continuous SIM verification & web logouts every 6 hours. Read the full details.
Bengaluru South Corporation orders schools to conduct stray dog surveys, facing backlash from private school associations who call it responsibility shifting. Read the full controversy.
Former IAF pilot demonstrates Airbus A320 software flaw in real-time simulation. DGCA issues directive as airlines implement safety checks. Read full analysis.
IndiGo becomes first major Indian operator to complete mandatory Airbus A320 fleet upgrades. Air India and Air India Express also report 90% completion. Read about the safety enhancements.
Mandatory software checks on IndiGo & Air India A320s led to 30-60 min delays at Kolkata airport. No cancellations reported. Updates follow EASA, Airbus directives.
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose renames Kolkata's historic Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan following central directive. Discover the 224-year-old building's transformation journey.
Nearly 6,000 Airbus A320 jets worldwide, including 338 in India, are grounded for a mandatory software update triggered by solar radiation risks. Read the full story on the global aviation hiccup.
Airbus A320 aircraft face global software fix after solar radiation caused altitude drop. EASA directive may cause flight delays during holiday season. Read full analysis.
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose implements central directive, renaming Raj Bhavan as Lok Bhavan. Historic change reflects government's commitment to public service.
Global aviation authorities mandate urgent flight control software updates for 6,000 Airbus A320 aircraft following safety concerns. Learn about the technical issues and airline compliance deadlines.
A massive Airbus A320 software update forces global airlines to scramble. 6,000 jets need urgent repairs, causing flight delays and cancellations worldwide. Learn how Indian carriers are impacted.
Air India confirms no flight cancellations despite global A320 software mandate. 40% of fleet updated, minor delays possible. Safety remains top priority.
DGCA issues mandatory safety directive for Airbus A320 family aircraft after solar radiation risk discovery. Multiple flights delayed globally. Stay updated on aviation safety measures.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation submits a Rs 5 crore proposal for exclusive dog pounds to humanely manage stray populations, ensuring public safety and animal welfare. Read more.
ACS AK Singh resolves PMDA, HSVP & MC jurisdiction disputes in Panchkula. Funds assured for development works, road transfers & beautification projects announced. Read more!
Congress attacks BJP after Rajya Sabha bans 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' in Parliament. Party questions why slogans opposed by British are now restricted. Read full story.
Silchar Municipal Corporation gives households 21 days to install septic tanks. Direct sewage discharge into drains causing environmental hazards. Commissioner invokes Assam Municipal Act.
Punjab & Haryana State Bar Council releases revised election schedule following Supreme Court directive. Process spans late 2025 to Jan 2026. Stay updated on key legal developments.
Multiple airlines cancel flights as Ethiopian volcanic ash plumes disrupt air travel. DGCA issues advisory for Indian airlines and airports. Stay updated on travel changes.
DGCA directs airlines to avoid volcanic ash from Ethiopia's eruption. Flight disruptions expected as ash plume moves toward Delhi, Jaipur. Stay updated on travel advisories.
Supreme Court and Delhi High Court express grave concern over children's health during peak pollution months. Air quality watchdog CAQM directs NCR states to postpone all physical sports competitions scheduled for November and December.
India initiates major aviation safety reform by restructuring DGCA into an autonomous Civil Aviation Authority with funding powers and enhanced consumer protection mechanisms.
Facing a manpower crisis, India's DGCA is creating a pool of retired technical officers aged up to 70 to advise on certifications. This move aims to cut delays while ensuring transparency. Learn how this impacts aviation.
Mumbai police have deported 1,001 Bangladeshi nationals in 2025, a 600% increase from last year. Learn about the new deportation strategy and key cases driving this crackdown.
Amritsar's Block Education Officer transfers three teachers despite clear directive from District Education Department. Read about the administrative defiance.
Supreme Court asks Centre and DGCA to respond to petition addressing unpredictable airfare fluctuations. Learn how this could make air travel more affordable for Indians.
Sri Lanka Cricket Board mandates players continue Pakistan tour despite Islamabad security concerns following blast. Any returning players face immediate replacement.
Bengaluru city corporations begin implementing Supreme Court's stray dog relocation directive. Commissioner Dr KV Rajendra orders intensified sterilisation drive. Latest updates.