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IndiGo responds to DGCA notice, says crisis triggered by 'compounding effect'

India, Dec. 8 -- Budget carrier IndiGo Airlines has told the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) that the mass cancellation of flights last week was triggered by a "compounding effect of mult... Read More


Delhi air remains 'very poor' on Monday as AQI reaches 318; Mundka, Anand Vihar see most pollution

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- Delhi residents woke up to another day of toxic smog blanketing the city skies as pollution levels continued to remain in the "very poor" category on Monday, December 8. The spel... Read More


"Justice what?": Parvathy Thiruvothu after Dileep's acquittal in Kerala actor assault case

Thiruvananthapuram, Dec. 8 -- Actor and filmmaker Parvathy Thiruvothu on Monday took to social media to post her feelings after a Kerala trial court acquitted Malayalam actor Dileep in the 2017 sexual... Read More


Goa nightclub fire: cutting corners, putting public safety at risk

India, Dec. 8 -- The nightclub in North Goa, where a fire on Saturday night killed 25 people, did not have a fire safety clearance, had been served a demolition notice by the local panchayat for const... Read More


PM tells Works Ministry to crack down on project delays, demands accountability from contractors

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 8 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the Works Ministry to impose tougher measures against contractors who cause delays in infrastructure projects. He said the mi... Read More


Banking sector accelerates green transition towards net-zero goals

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- Vietnamese banks are entering a pivotal stage in their green transition, as requirements on sustainable development, emission reduction and ESG practices are increasingly becoming sta... Read More


India-Russia tango, with China in the shadows

India, Dec. 8 -- If you ask an Indian whether he/she wants to go to the US/Europe or to Russia for studies, tourism, or even to settle down, the answer is not hard to guess: It won't be Russia. If you... Read More


US tech co-founder says he'll pay $100,000 per day for H-1B talent: 'Will set up recurring payment'

India, Dec. 8 -- A US-based tech co-founder has brushed aside concerns over a proposed steep hike in H-1B visa fees, saying he would gladly pay $100,000 per day if it meant hiring the best global tale... Read More


Seven India-Sweden projects to kickstart decarbonising steel, cement sectors-details here

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- Top Indian companies working on low-carbon industrial solutions have partnered with Swedish technology firms on seven new projects aimed at reducing emissions in India's steel and... Read More


World Cup final will be an afternoon match at MetLife Stadium, allowing prime-time viewing in Europe

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- The World Cup final will kick off at 3 p.m. EDT next July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. FIFA announced the start times for the tournament's 104 matches on... Read More