Govt Sets New BIS Standard for Safer Incense Sticks
India introduces a new BIS standard for agarbatti to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability. The move aims to protect consumers and boost exports for the ₹8,000 crore industry. Read more.
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Govt Announces New Quality Norms for Agarbatti
The Indian government has introduced new quality control orders for agarbatti (incense sticks) to curb substandard imports and support domestic manufacturers. Learn about the new standards and their impact.
New BIS Standard for Agarbatti Bans Toxic Chemicals
India introduces a new BIS standard for incense sticks, banning harmful chemicals to ensure safety and quality. This move aims to protect health and boost exports. Read more.
Delhi AQI at 310, 'Very Poor' Air for Next 6 Days
Delhi's air quality plunges back to 'Very Poor' with AQI hitting 310. The Air Quality Early Warning System forecasts no relief for the next six days. Stay informed and take precautions.
20K PUCC Challans in Delhi, 612 Industries Face Action
Delhi and Gurgaon crack down on pollution violators: 20,808 PUCC challans issued, 612 industries face closure, and 1,081 challans in Gurgaon. Authorities intensify GRAP-IV enforcement.
Manesar MC Takes Action to Control Air Pollution
Manesar Municipal Commissioner directs officials to implement urgent measures to combat pollution. Key steps include water sprinkling, waste management, and strict enforcement of construction norms.
BIS Launches Standardised Hospital Billing System
The Bureau of Indian Standards introduces IS 18000 to standardise hospital bills, aiming to eliminate hidden charges and improve transparency for patients across India.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
Trichy MP Seeks SAIL Status Report on Delayed Maris RoB Steel
Trichy MP Durai Vaiko demands a status report from SAIL on steel supply for the delayed Maris Road Overbridge. He warns further delays will prolong reconstruction, impacting key city connectivity. Read more.
Govt Puts New Pilot Duty Norms on Hold, Probes IndiGo Disruption
India's Civil Aviation Ministry suspends new FDTL norms & orders a high-level probe into flight schedule disruptions, focusing on IndiGo. Urgent measures announced to restore normalcy. Read the full story.
Govt puts new pilot duty norms on hold for flight restoration
The Civil Aviation Ministry suspends new FDTL norms to tackle flight disruptions. IndiGo and other airlines to see normalcy within 72 hours. Details inside.
New Flight Duty Norms Suspended Amid IndiGo Disruptions
The Indian government has deferred new flight duty time limits for pilots to help airlines normalize operations after widespread IndiGo cancellations. Key details inside.
IndiGo Chaos: Passenger With Father's Ashes Stranded in Bengaluru
A woman carrying her father's ashes was stranded at Bengaluru airport as IndiGo cancelled her flight. Over 1000 flights cancelled nationwide due to FDTL norms. Read the full story.
IndiGo gets DGCA relief on pilot duty rules till Feb 10
DGCA grants IndiGo temporary exemptions from new FDTL norms for night operations until February 10 to stabilise operations. The airline cancelled over 500 flights on Friday.
DGCA eases pilot rest rules, allows leave as weekly rest
India's aviation regulator DGCA reverses a key rule, allowing airlines to count pilot leave as weekly rest. This offers relief to carriers like IndiGo amid major flight disruptions. Read the full story.
Gandhi: IndiGo Fiasco Cost of Govt's Monopoly Model
Rahul Gandhi criticizes govt's monopoly model as IndiGo cancels 950+ flights, disrupting travel. He demands fair competition, not 'match-fixing monopolies'. Full details inside.
SC Orders Probe Into Old Goa Bungalow Heritage Violation
Supreme Court directs district judge-led committee to inspect disputed Old Goa bungalow for heritage norm breaches. The case, pending since 2022, sparks political uproar. Read the full story.
IndiGo Seeks FDTL Exemption, Targets Feb 10 for Normal Ops
IndiGo informs DGCA of flight operation cuts from Dec 8, seeks temporary relief from new pilot duty norms. Airline admits misjudging crew needs, faces MoCA displeasure. Full stability expected by February 10.
17 Lakh Silver Articles Get HUID Hallmark in Three Months
India hallmarks over 1.7 million silver articles with HUID in Q1, a major step to ensure purity and curb fake certification. Read the full report.
IndiGo Misjudged New Pilot Rules, 200 Flights Cancelled Daily
IndiGo admits to DGCA it misjudged new pilot duty norms, causing 200 daily cancellations. CEO calls it biggest operational challenge. Full recovery targeted by Feb 2026.
Naidu to IndiGo: Fix flight disruptions, stop fare hikes
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu directs IndiGo to urgently restore normal operations and ensure no airfare spike. Over 550 flights cancelled on Thursday. DGCA steps up monitoring.
IndiGo Cuts Flights After Major Disruptions, DGCA Steps In
IndiGo faces massive flight cancellations, admits misjudgment in crew scheduling norms. CEO apologises, regulator DGCA orders strict monitoring. Full normalcy expected by Feb 2026.
Silver HUID Mandate Sees 1.6M Hallmarks in 3 Months
India's mandatory HUID for silver sees massive uptake with 1.6M pieces hallmarked. Southern region leads. Verify purity via BIS CARE app. Boost for consumer trust.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 300+ Cancellations Strand Passengers
IndiGo's operational crisis enters day 3, with over 300 flights cancelled. Passengers stranded at major airports as DGCA investigates crew shortage and FDTL norms impact. Read for details and passenger reactions.
FIP Accuses IndiGo of 'Cartel-Like' Behaviour Amid Flight Chaos
Federation of Indian Pilots alleges IndiGo's 'short-sighted' planning caused crew shortages & flight cancellations. Urges DGCA to reallocate slots. Read the full report.
IndiGo Flight Disruptions Continue Amid New Pilot Duty Rules
IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights as new DGCA pilot rest norms strain operations. Network disruption expected for 48 hours. Details on the crisis inside.
IndiGo Shares Fall as Flight Cancellations Hit 150+
IndiGo's share price fell as operations faced severe turbulence with over 150 flight cancellations. DGCA launches probe into crew shortage and FDTL norm issues. Read the full analysis.
India's Healthcare Capacity Below WHO Standards: Govt
India's Health Ministry admits the country lags behind WHO's hospital bed benchmark. Despite expansion in medical seats, doctor and nurse shortages persist nationwide. Read the full report.
DGCA probes IndiGo over mass flight cancellations, delays
DGCA investigates IndiGo as over 150 flights cancelled nationwide. Delhi sees 38 cancellations, major delays due to crew shortage & new norms. Airline submits mitigation plan.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 65% Delays, Crew Crisis Hits Peak Travel
IndiGo, India's largest airline, faces massive disruptions with only 35% on-time flights. Over 200 cancellations reported due to severe crew shortage post new FDTL norms. Passengers face 7-8 hour delays.
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