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Priyanka Gandhi Leads Parliament Protest Against G Ram G Bill, Calls Move to Replace MGNREGA a Threat to Rural Jobs
New Delhi | December 16, 2025 Senior Congress leader and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday led a strong protest in Parliament against the Centre’s move to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with a new law, saying the proposed Bill weakens the right to employment for rural citizens and must be withdrawn. The protest took place on the Parliament premises, where Congress leaders held up photographs of Mahatma Gandhi, after whom the rural job...
President Droupadi Murmu Leads Nation in Honouring Fallen Heroes on Vijay Diwas
New Delhi | December 16, 2025 President Droupadi Murmu paid heartfelt tributes to India’s brave soldiers on Monday as the nation observed Vijay Diwas, marking the historic victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 war. The day is remembered every year to honour the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of the soldiers whose efforts led to a decisive military triumph and the creation of Bangladesh. In a message shared on social media platform X, President Murmu expressed deep respect for...
IndiGo Issues Travel Advisory as Winter Fog Disrupts Flight Operations in North India
New Delhi | December 16, 2025 IndiGo Airlines has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying across northern India, cautioning that early morning fog during the winter season may cause slower flight movements and potential delays. The advisory comes amid ongoing disruptions at major airports, including Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi, as dense fog reduces visibility and affects flight schedules. In its statement, IndiGo noted that winter mornings in the northern region...
Delhi Environment Minister Apologises Over Air Pollution, Says Complete Reduction Not Possible in 9–10 Months
New Delhi | December 16, 2025 Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Tuesday apologised to the residents of the capital for the city’s persistent air pollution, stating that it is unrealistic for any elected government to completely reduce pollution levels within nine to ten months. Speaking at a press briefing, Sirsa acknowledged the public concern over deteriorating air quality but said tackling pollution is a long-term challenge that cannot be solved immediately. “I would...
IRCTC Begins Trial of New Branded Catering System on Select Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat Trains
New Delhi | December 15, 2025 In an effort to significantly improve the quality of food served on trains, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has begun testing a new catering model on select Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains across the country. The initiative aims to bring visible and meaningful improvements in onboard meal services by introducing branded food providers and separating meal preparation from meal service. According to IRCTC officials, the new system...