INDIA
Nicaraguan Flight with 275+ Indian Passengers Arrives in Mumbai Amid Controversy
The French authorities, responding to the tips, initiated a probe and detained two passengers on charges of involvement in an illegal immigration racket.
Dense Fog Causes Flight Disruptions; Delhi Airport Adopts CAT IIIB Operations
"Very Dense fog with zero Visibility prevailing at Delhi IGI Airport since 0530 hrs IST today. RVR at all RWYs 125 to 175m, and Operations are under CAT IIIB," the IMD posted on social media.
Commissioning Ceremony Set for Indian Navy's New Stealth Destroyer 'INS Imphal'
Delivered to the navy on October 20, 'Imphal' holds the distinction of being the first warship named after a northeastern city. Its journey to commissioning involved a rigorous trial program both in the harbor and at sea, emphasizing the navy's commitment to combat effectiveness.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's Diplomatic Visit to Russia Scheduled from December 25 to 29
The visit will emphasize the robust people-to-people and cultural ties between India and Russia, with Jaishankar participating in engagements in both Moscow and St. Petersburg.
India Records 646 New Covid Cases and One Fatality
Among the states, Kerala recorded the highest number of new cases with 128, followed by Karnataka with 96 infections. The country has witnessed a recent increase in COVID-19 cases, prompting concerns from both the central and state governments.
Delhi's Minimum Temperature Dips to 7.6 Degrees, Air Quality Remains in 'Severe' Category
The maximum temperature for the day is expected to be around 24 degrees Celsius with mainly clear skies, as per the weather department. However, concerns about severe air pollution persist, particularly at monitoring stations like Anand Vihar, Bawana, Dwarka Sector 8, ITO, Okhla Phase-II, and the IGI Airport.
Shimla Disappointed as 'White Christmas' Eludes Again, Absence Continues Since 2016
Deforestation and pollution are identified as primary factors in a study by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) examining the snowfall trend in Shimla from 1990 to 2007.
Escalating Air Quality Concerns in Delhi as Anand Vihar Crosses 'Severe' Threshold on AQI
In the Anand Vihar locality, the PM2.5 levels remained alarmingly high, reaching 500, while PM10 also peaked at 500, as reported by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Jaishankar Condemns Vandalism of Hindu Temple in US, Emphasizes Against Providing Space to Separatists
This incident follows a pattern of similar attacks on Hindu temples, with a recent case in Surrey, Canada, where a temple was vandalized by alleged Khalistani supporters. Pro-Khalistan posters were placed on the walls, calling for an investigation into India's "role" in the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Merchant Vessel off India's Coast Engulfed in Flames After Drone Collision
Officials from the United Kingdom Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the attack, conducted by an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone), occurred approximately 200 nautical miles (around 370 km) from Veraval in the Gir Somnath district of Gujarat.
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