Historical Events of 8 December: Births, Deaths & Key Moments
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Anoushka Shankar's damaged sitar restored, calls for airline reform
Sitarist Anoushka Shankar's instrument, damaged on an Air India flight, is now restored by luthier Ajay Rikhiram. Her post reignites a decades-old fight for better airline handling of musicians' gear.
Delhi Bomb Threats at IWPC, Shankar Market are Hoax
Delhi Police confirm bomb threats to Indian Women's Press Corps and Shankar Market were a hoax. Swift response and thorough searches ensure public safety. Read details.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations Strand Passengers in Lucknow
IndiGo Airlines cancels 42 flights at Lucknow's CCS Airport, leaving passengers, including medical aspirants and international travelers, stranded without support. Read about the widespread disruption.
Flight Cancellations Cause Chaos at Lucknow Airport
Massive flight cancellations at Lucknow's CCSIA led to stranded passengers and heated scenes. IndiGo cancelled 41 flights, Air India one. Read for details and passenger advisories.
Indigo Flight Cancellations Strand Kanpur Passengers Again
Kanpur's air connectivity hit as all Indigo flights cancelled for second day. Passengers face chaos, high fares from other airlines. Read the full story on the travel disruption.
Bihar Deputy CM Orders Swift Action on Crime, Mining, and Cyber Fraud
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary directs police to tighten law & order, seize illegal mining vehicles in 15 days, and combat cybercrime. Read the key directives from the high-level review.
Bomb Threats to DUJ, IWPC Offices in Delhi; No Explosives Found
Delhi Police conducted searches at the DUJ and IWPC offices after bomb threat emails. No explosives were discovered. The incident caused alarm in Connaught Place. Read the full details.
IndiGo chaos at Lucknow airport, 42 flights cancelled
Hundreds stranded as IndiGo's nationwide crisis leads to 42 flight cancellations at Lucknow's CCS Airport. Passengers face hunger, protests, and staff harassment. Read the full story.
Shankar's 'Velpari' Moves Forward, 'Indian 3' Shelved
Director Shankar pushes forward with his dream project 'Velpari' starring Suriya or Vikram, while 'Indian 3' is shelved after budget constraints. Will this be his comeback?
Stephen Review: A Chilling, Uneven Thriller on Netflix
Read our review of 'Stephen' on Netflix. Gomathi Shankar delivers a chilling performance in this uneven thriller about a serial killer's confession. Rating: 2.5/5.
Anoushka Shankar's sitar repair hope, Air India apologises
Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar shares hopeful update on her damaged instrument. Air India offers compensation and promises policy change. Read more.
IndiGo Chaos at Lucknow Airport Sparks Passenger Protests
Angry passengers protested at Lucknow's CCSIA airport after IndiGo flight delays & cancellations. 12 flights cancelled, many stranded. Read details.
Anoushka Shankar's sitar damaged on Air India flight
Musician Anoushka Shankar's sitar was found cracked on an Air India flight. The airline has launched an investigation into the incident. Read more details.
Real Karachi cop Chaudhary Aslam Khan story behind Dhurandhar
The story of Pakistani encounter specialist Chaudhary Aslam Khan, portrayed by Sanjay Dutt in 'Dhurandhar'. Explore his controversial career, Karachi's underworld wars, and his death in a 2014 suicide bombing.
Madras HC Denies Bail to Cop in Honour Killing Case
Madras High Court rejects bail plea of police officer accused in honour killing, highlighting the persistent societal menace of lethal violence in the name of 'honour'. Read the full details.
Kerala HC denies bail to cop in honour killing case
Kerala High Court rejects bail for police officer accused of honour killing, highlighting the persistent societal menace of lethal violence in the name of family honour. Read the full details.
Anoushka Shankar slams Air India for damaging her sitar
Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar is devastated after Air India damaged her instrument. She questions the airline's handling despite paying a special fee. Read the full story.
Phillaur Congress rift deepens, workers demand MLA removal
Internal conflict erupts in Phillaur Congress as workers protest against MLA Vikramjit Singh Chaudhary. Demands for his removal and ticket denial for 2027 grow. Details inside.
Ravi Teja's next: Cast rumours swirl, makers urge caution
Ravi Teja's upcoming film faces casting rumours involving six heroines & Samantha. Makers dismiss speculation, confirm updates later. Actor currently shoots for 'Bhartha Mahasayulaki Wignyapthi'.
Deri Hoye Geche: Bengali Film with Anjan Dutt, Mamata Shankar
Saptaswa Basu's 'Deri Hoye Geche', starring Anjan Dutt & Mamata Shankar, releases Nov 28, 2025. A gripping Bengali drama-romance-thriller. Watch the trailer now!
No Merger Plans for Public Sector Banks, Says Govt
The government has ruled out any plans to restructure or merge public sector banks. Get details on FDI limits, IDBI Bank disinvestment, and RRB performance.
Deri Hoye Geche Official Teaser Released on YouTube
The official teaser for the Bengali film 'Deri Hoye Geche' starring Anjan Dutt and Mamata Shankar is out. Directed by Saptaswa Basu, watch it now on ETimes.
CRSU Haryana Utsav Awards Artists to Preserve Saang Tradition
Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University's Haryana Utsav concluded, awarding artists Rs 11,000 to preserve the Saang folk art. A special 'Padmavat' performance highlighted the festival. Discover how the university is saving Haryana's culture.
Invest UP Singapore Desk Meets Envoy to Channel Investments
Invest UP's Singapore desk held a strategic meeting with India's High Commissioner to Singapore, Dr Shilpak Ambule, to discuss new avenues for channeling investments into Uttar Pradesh's booming industrial landscape.
Telangana's Revenue vs Central Funds: 2019-2025 Data
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary reveals Telangana contributed ₹4.36 lakh crore to central coffers from 2019-2025, receiving ₹3.76 lakh crore back. See the widening gap in recent years.
Varanasi Secures 3rd Spot in UP Health Rankings
Varanasi achieves 71% score, ranking 3rd in Uttar Pradesh's health dashboard for October. CMO highlights performance on 16 key health indicators. Discover the top-performing blocks.
Jal Nigam vehicle kills youth in Ghaziabad, friend injured
A 25-year-old man was killed and his friend injured after a Jal Nigam vehicle hit their bike in Ghaziabad's Kavi Nagar. The driver was arrested as locals staged a protest, alleging murder.
Bihar STF Nabs Fugitive Gangster Golu Pandit in Patna
Bihar STF arrests Durgesh Mishra alias Golu Pandit, a key member of the Shankar Rai gang, from Lohanipur in Patna. Wanted in multiple cases including murder and extortion since 2014. Read the full story.
MP Renuka Chaudhary Brings Stray Dog to Parliament
Congress MP Renuka Chaudhary caused a stir on the first day of the Winter Session by bringing a stray puppy onto Parliament grounds, defending her act and igniting a debate on priorities.
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