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Twenty-seven Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, surrender
According to the police, up to 27 active Maoists with a combined reward of ₹50 lakh turned themselves in to the Sukma district on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.This comes a day after 60 other cadres and senior Naxalite Mallojula Venugopal Rao, also known as Bhupathi, surrendered in the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra. The government's determination to abolish Naxalism, which is mostly centered in the Bastar area of Chhattisgarh, by March 31, 2026, has been emphasized by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.Ten women were among the 27 Naxalites who gave up in Chhattisgarh on Wednesday. They surrendered in front of Central Reserve Police Force officials and top police officers. According to Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan, they expressed dissatisfaction with the "hollow" Maoist doctrine, crimes carried out by Naxalites on defenseless tribal people, and the increasing power of security forces. The Chhattisgarh government's 'Niyad Nellanar' initiative, which aims to facilitate development projects in rural communities, and the state's new surrender and rehabilitation policy also impressed the cadres, he said.According to the official, Oyam Lakhmu, a member of battalion no. 1 of the Peoples' Liberation Guerrilla Army, which was regarded as the most formidable Maoist military unit, was carrying a bounty of ₹10 lakh on his head. Three more According to him, Madvi Bhima, a party member in PLGA battalion no. 1's military platoon unit, Sunita, also known as Kawasi Somdi, and Sodi Mase, who were both members of regional military company no. 2, each held a ₹8 lakh reward. Additionally, he stated that a cadre held a prize of ₹3 lakh, two cadres held a bounty of ₹2 lakh each, and nine cadres held a reward of ₹1 lakh apiece.He stated that all of the Naxalites who turned themselves in received ₹50,000 in aid apiece and would receive additional rehabilitation in accordance with government policy.
Published 15 Oct 2025 05:10 PM
J&K: Srinagar erlebt teils heftigen Regen, IMD sagt Gewitter und starken Wind voraus
Heavy rainfall affected various areas of Srinagar city in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in a temperature drop.The India Meteorological Department has predicted that the city will experience "Heavy Rainfall, Light to Moderate Rainfall, Thunderstorm accompanied with lightning & gusty winds(30-40kmph)" today.Previously, the Jammu and Kashmir government had instructed schools in the Jammu division to close due to the Indian Meteorological Department's prediction of heavy rainfall in this region. The government-issued circular states that all private and government schools in Jammu will be closed from October 6 to 7. In the Rajouri region, considerable damage was inflicted by intense rainfall that occurred earlier. Residents encountered difficulties because of compromised houses, roads that had sunk, and ruined harvests. Moreover, numerous rain-induced landslides have obstructed various routes within the district.In the meantime, torrential rains in North Bengal caused landslides and serious waterlogging, leading to significant destruction, road obstructions, and fatalities in multiple districts, such as Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri. District authorities confirmed on Monday that at least 18 people were reported killed in Darjeeling due to incessant rain that caused devastation in northern West Bengal on Saturday night and early Sunday. Read more at:
Published 06 Oct 2025 05:40 PM
152 road segments in Delhi will receive significant renovations once the Center approves a Rs 803 crore investment.
With the Center accepting the Delhi government's proposal for Rs 803 crore in funding, 152 important sections, including the Ring Road and other flyovers, totaling more than 330 km throughout the Capital, are scheduled to undergo a significant makeover that includes repair, reconstruction, and resurfacing.According to officials, the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) money were granted earlier this month by the Minister for Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), who also requested administrative approval for the projects from the Delhi government. The MoRTH's CRIF program gives states and Union territory money to build and maintain important roads and infrastructure."Delhi is witnessing a new era of infrastructure development," stated Parvesh Sahib Singh, Minister of the Public Welfare Department (PWD). Roads are the lifeblood of any contemporary city, and by fortifying these vital thoroughfares, we are guaranteeing millions of commuters' safety, speed, and sustainability every day."This project aims to build top-notch urban infrastructure that fulfills the dreams of all Delhiites, not just fix roads," he continued.PWD officials insisted that this "project will take the Capital a giant step closer to the vision of a Viksit Delhi" and that the city would see one of the most comprehensive road upgrade and infrastructure development programs in recent years. Roads in the Central, North, East, Northeast, Shahdara, and Northwest districts will be upgraded, new corridors will be built, flyovers will be developed, and roads will be strengthened, resurfaced, and widened, according to officials.The Kashmiri Gate ISBT to Wazirabad, Vikas Marg, ITO circle, Ferozshah road, and the Nizamuddin to Kalkaji stretch are some of the important sections that will undergo repairs and improvements. Another important route that will be extended is the Noida Link Road, which links Noida to Central and East Delhi.In order to relieve traffic and enhance connectivity in Outer, West, and Northeast Delhi, the PWD also intends to build three new flyovers at the Rajouri Garden-Tagore Garden stretch, Rohtak Road (Military Road–Jhansi Road), and on Road 63 and Gokulpuri stretch. The letter from MoRTH to the Delhi Chief Secretary said, "The competent authority in this ministry has agreed to approve the work listed to an amount of Rs 803.39 crore to meet the cost of work debitable to the Government of NCT of Delhi's allocations under the CRIF Act, 2000."
Published 10 Sep 2025 08:48 PM
The government lowers GST on frequently used goods; the new rates will take effect on this month's 22nd.
The government has lowered the GST on a number of goods in various categories. The GST reduction rate will take effect on this month's 22nd. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told reporters in New Delhi today that the GST on goods used by the average person and middle class has been lowered from 18% or 12% to 5%. Hair oil, toilet soap, soap bars, shampoos, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bicycles, dinnerware, kitchenware, and other home items would now only be subject to 5% GST, the Finance Minister announced.She added that the GST rate on paneer, chena, and ultra-high temperature milk has been lowered from 5% to 0%, while the GST rate on all Indian breads would now be 0%. Additionally, Ms. Sitharaman declared that the GST on the following food items has been lowered from 12 or 18 percent to 5 percent: namkeen, bhujia, sauces, pasta, instant noodles, chocolates, coffee, preserved meat, cornflakes, butter, and ghee.The Minister further stated that the GST slab has been reduced from 28% to 18% for commodities such as air conditioners, televisions larger than 32 inches, all TVs, dishwashing machines, small cars, and motorbikes. According to her, labor-intensive businesses have provided substantial support, and today's measures will also benefit farmers and the agriculture industry. According to the Minister, the GST rate on all agricultural equipment has been lowered from 12% to 5%. Regarding the automobile industry: #GST on small cars and motorcycles up to 350 cc was lowered from 28% to 18%. # The GST on ambulances, buses, and vehicles was lowered from 28% to 18%. # GST on three-wheelers was lowered from 28% to 18%. # All auto parts were subject to a uniform 18% rate. GST reduction on medical supplies: #33 life-saving medications now have a 12% GST reduction instead of a 0% one. # Three life-saving medications used to treat cancer, rare diseases, and other serious chronic illnesses now have GST cut from 5% to 0%. # GST on certain medications was lowered from 12% to 5%.
Published 04 Sep 2025 09:45 PM
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Dallewal consents to accept medical assistance when the center gathers farmers for discussions.
An officer explained the decision to have the meeting on February 14 by stating that the Union Budget is set for February 12–13 and that Delhi's code of conduct is in effect till February 9.In an effort to break the deadlock over the farmers' protest, the Center on Saturday urged farmers to discuss their demands at talks next month. Around midnight, their leader, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been fasting till death since November 26 of last year, consented to receive medical assistance and received a drip. The breakthrough occurred following a meeting between Dallewal and leaders of his Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) by a delegation of Union Agriculture Ministry officials led by Joint Secretary Priya Ranjan.
What will be discussed at PM Modi and President Trump's talks today?
Given how tough the Trump 2.0 government has been on both immigration and tariffs, these topics are likely to take center stage in the discussion.US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet at the White House on Thursday. Modi had met with US Vice President J D Vance in Paris the day before, where they talked about how the US could help India diversify its energy sources by investing in US nuclear technology. Less than a month after returning to the Oval Office, Modi flew for the United States to meet with President Trump, and the two men met bilaterally on the fringes of the AI Action summit. The prime minister will arrive early Thursday India time after departing Marseille for Washington, DC.The White House released a statement after Modi and Vance met in Paris, saying they "discussed topics of mutual interest, including how the United States can assist India in diversifying its energy sourcing through investments in clean, reliable US nuclear technology."
Involving the US government to prevent mistreatment of deportees: Jaishankar EAM
The administration was trapped by the opposition in the Rajya Sabha over the US handcuffing illegal immigrants and using a military plane to deport them, arguing that they ought to have been returned unhindered on an Indian aircraft.The government faced criticism on Thursday after the US Border Patrol released a video clip of the deportees walking with handcuffs and leg shackles, and some of the 104 illegal Indian immigrants who were deported from the US on Wednesday complained of mistreatment. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized in a suo motu address before both Houses of Parliament that the "use of restraints" was in accordance with US standard operating procedure (SOP) and that Delhi was interacting with Washington, DC, to make sure deportees were not mistreated. Additionally, he noted that the "deportation process was not new."In response to the opposition's worries on the use of handcuffs and shackles, Jaishankar stated, "The standard operating procedure for deportation by aircraft used by ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) that is effective from 2012… provides for the use of restraints."He claimed that ICE had "informed India that women and children are not restrained." Additionally, deportees' requirements for food and other necessities—including potential medical emergencies—are met, even while they are in transit. If necessary, deportees are momentarily released from restraint during bathroom breaks, according to Jaishankar.
Delhi 2025 Election: Will Delhi Be Reclaimed by the BJP? Is it too soon to celebrate the largest shift in decades, according to exit polls?
Following a 27-year drought in the capital, exit polls for the 2025 Delhi assembly elections suggest that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) may make a comeback. The BJP is predicted to take the majority of seats in the 70-member Delhi Assembly after Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ruled for ten years. It may even win more than 40 seats. Congress is predicted to stay mostly in power, while the AAP, which is running for a third consecutive term, fears a serious setback.Based on surveys by multiple agencies, the exit polls have consistently shown the BJP to be winning. The AAP is only expected to win 28 seats, while the BJP is expected to win 41 seats, according to NDTV's Poll of Exit Polls. Only one seat is anticipated to be won by the Congress, which is a little improvement from its zero seats in prior elections. With the BJP seeking to regain control of Delhi for the first time in twenty years, this represents a dramatic change.AAP Dismisses Forecasts for the Exit Poll The AAP is still hopeful in spite of the exit poll forecasts. Noting that comparable exit polls had understated its chances in past elections, the party has disputed the predictions. "This is our fourth election... every time exit polls did not show AAP (winning), but Arvind Kejriwal has worked for the people of Delhi," said AAP leader Sushil Gupta. We will establish the government and observe results that favor the AAP. The hope for the AAP is in.
ISMA requests that the government look into increasing the amount of ethanol produced from sugarcane juice and BHM.
According to ISMA, a change in the price of ethanol made from sugarcane juice and B-Heavy molasses will promote sector viability and guarantee farmers receive their cane payments on schedule.In order to promote the profitability of the sugar industry and guarantee that farmers receive their cane payments on time, the Indian Sugar and Bio Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has asked the government to take into account a proportionate rise in the price of ethanol produced from sugarcane juice and B-Heavy molasses (BHM).On January 29, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) authorized a 3% increase in C Heavy Molasses (CHM) for the November–October 2024–25 ethanol supply year. The previous price of ₹56.58 per litre will now be ₹57.97. The cost of ethanol made from alternative feedstocks has not changed. Oil marketing corporations will still buy ethanol at ₹71.86 per liter when it is made from maize, ₹65.61 when it is made from sugarcane juice or syrup, ₹64 when it is made from damaged foodgrain (rice), and ₹60.73 when it is made from BHM. The cost of ethanol made from FCI's subsidized rice is still ₹58.50 per liter.The highest amount of sugar may be produced when ethanol is made from CHM because it is the final product of processing in the sugar industry and includes little sugar. The government only permitted ethanol from CHM during the previous sugar season, which ran from October to September.
Highlights of the Budget and Economic Survey: As the budget session starts, FM Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Indian economy report.
Highlights of the Budget and Economic Survey: On January 31, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will deliver the Economic Survey, which examines the Indian economy, governmental policies, and prospects for the future. It discusses socioeconomic problems including poverty and education as well as macroeconomic performance.Highlights of the Budget and Economic Survey: On January 31, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will deliver the Economic Survey to Parliament, which will include a thorough examination of the Indian economy with an emphasis on a few important areas. Economic Survey: What Is It? The Indian economy's performance, governmental policies, and prospects for the next fiscal year are all summarized in the Economic Survey. It is separated into two sections: Part A examines economic performance, focusing on fiscal trends and macroeconomic statistics, while Part B discusses socioeconomic concerns like poverty, education, climate change, and the prospects for GDP growth, inflation, and trade.The Economic Survey is created by whom? The Department of Economic Affairs' economic section, led by Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, prepares the Economic Survey. The Economic Survey will be presented by whom? One day prior to the budget speech, on January 31, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will deliver the Economic Survey to the Parliament.
Dallewal consents to accept medical assistance when the center gathers farmers for discussions.
An officer explained the decision to have the meeting on February 14 by stating that the Union Budget is set for February 12–13 and that Delhi's code of conduct is in effect till February 9.In an effort to break the deadlock over the farmers' protest, the Center on Saturday urged farmers to discuss their demands at talks next month. Around midnight, their leader, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been fasting till death since November 26 of last year, consented to receive medical assistance and received a drip. The breakthrough occurred following a meeting between Dallewal and leaders of his Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) by a delegation of Union Agriculture Ministry officials led by Joint Secretary Priya Ranjan.Priya Ranjan read out a proposal after the meeting, asking Dallewal to call off his hunger strike and calling farmer leaders to a meeting at the Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Public Administration in Sector 26, Chandigarh, on February 14 at 5 p.m. Dallewal and Sarwan Singh Pandher, the coordinators of SKM (NP) and KMM, were the recipients of the invitation."We have serious concerns over Dallewalji's health. The Union Ministry of Agriculture has invited Union Ministers and Punjab Cabinet Ministers to engage in discussions following meetings with Dallewalji and the leaders of both forums. According to Priya Ranjan, this will be a follow-up to the February 2024 meetings.
According to Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar, a lack of communication will destroy democracy.
The Center invites farmers to a meeting to discuss their requests, and Dhankar emphasizes the value of communication and debate.Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar stated on Monday that the absence of conversation would be the end of democratic institutions, following the Center's decision to engage in talks with farmers who were protesting.On Sunday, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar stated that it is not possible to use disruption and disturbance in democratic temples as a political tactic.Speaking at a Jamia Millia Islamia convocation here, he urged the young people to take charge of their own lives and stated that education is crucial to the development of society."Democracy involves debate, discussion, deliberation, and discourse in order to protect the public interest. Democracy, after all, cannot be about upheaval and disruption," Dhankhar remarked. "I am pained and anguished to indicate to you that disruption and disturbance have been weaponised as strategic means to taint the temples of democracy," he said. The vice president emphasized that a key component of nation-building is the empowering of human resources."Youth must empower themselves -- not by political intoxication but through capacity building and personality development with the ultimate objective of nurturing a healthy environment and society," he stated to the pupils. He stated that in certain regions of the nation, there is a "requirement for adopting this policy" in relation to the National Education Policy. "I have no doubt that they will comply and benefit from this excellent policy. It is founded on vocational training, skill-based courses, and adding a fresh perspective to our academic education. "Students must develop into innovators and entrepreneurs," he stated.In his speech, he emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "impactful" trip to the US and France and said that the world is keen to work with India. "India has never been more important in resolving international disputes than it is now. However, friends, there are obstacles as well as opportunities as India develops. Not everyone will be happy with your progress.
Trump prioritizes deportations and climate rollbacks on his first full day in office.
In an attempt to establish his mark on his new administration on issues ranging from energy to criminal pardons and immigration, U.S. President Donald Trump released a slew of executive orders and directives on Monday, January 20, 2025.Trump started his immigration crackdown, removed the US from the Paris Climate Accords, attempted to keep TikTok operating in the US, and reversed hundreds of previous President Joe Biden's initiatives with his initial rounds of executive orders and memoranda. He granted hundreds of people pardons for their involvement in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. As Congress gathered to confirm Biden's 2020 victory over Trump, the president granted pardons late Monday to over 1,500 individuals convicted or charged with crimes related to the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol, as he had repeatedly promised during the 2024 campaign.Separately, Trump directed that federal cases targeting Biden administration political opponents—that is, Trump supporters—be discontinued. Although he said on Monday that he would stop using federal law enforcement as a weapon, his actions appeared to be solely intended to benefit his supporters.
Cabinet-approved 8th Pay Commission to update central government employees' salaries
8th Pay Commission Salary: According to PM Modi, the government's choice to establish the 8th Pay Commission will raise living standards.Salary of the 8th Pay Commission: On Thursday, the Union Cabinet authorized the establishment of the 8th Pay Commission to update pensioner benefits and central government employee pay.According to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over a Cabinet meeting where the decision to establish the 8th Pay Commission was made. The minister announced that two Commission members and the chairman would be named shortly. According to the minister, talks will also be held with state and federal governments as well as other interested parties.According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government's choice to form the eighth pay commission will increase consumption and raise living standards. We all take pride in the work that every government employee does to create a Viksit Bharat. He commented on X, "The Cabinet's decision on the 8th Pay Commission will boost consumption and improve quality of life."
To stop diversion to China, the US tightens regulations on cutting-edge computer processors.
Reuters, Washington, January 15 In an effort to stop high-end chips from being diverted to China, the US tightened regulations on advanced computer semiconductors on Wednesday, according to the Commerce Department.According to the report, the new regulations place more stringent licensing requirements on chip manufacturers and packaging firms looking to export specific cutting-edge semiconductors. According to Commerce, they expand on previous actions meant to prevent China from obtaining specific semiconductors that are essential for military advantage.In an effort to slow down China's technological achievements, the US has tightened regulations for firms like Nvidia and imposed broad new laws restricting the sale of artificial intelligence (AI) processors. The worldwide AI chip market, particularly the Indian market, may be significantly impacted by these new regulations. The new regulations, which are expected to go into force in a year, place stringent restrictions on the processing capacity of AI chips that are marketed in the majority of nations. There are exceptions for allies who follow the security and human rights guidelines that the US has established. The intent of these new regulations is to stop enemies, especially China and Russia, from using cutting-edge AI technology for surveillance or military objectives."Trade-offs are necessary for managing national security threats. In a White House blog post, US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo stated, "This rule guarantees our allies can access advanced technology while protecting our interests." In order to guarantee that AI development complies with US requirements, the laws expand upon earlier chip export controls. “This rule ensures that the infrastructure for frontier AI systems remains in America or allied jurisdictions, preventing offshoring similar to what occurred with chips and batteries,” said National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in a formal statement.
Bittersweet Revdi politics: States find it difficult to pay for their pledges of freebies
Delhi, New Delhi: Aditi Tatkare, the state minister of women, child development, and welfare, announced less than a month after the new Maharashtra government was sworn in that women listed under the Namo Shetkari and direct benefits schemes would not be eligible for the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which helped the Mahayuti alliance regain power by promising ₹2,100 in pensions to all women over the age of 18. According to preliminary projections, this will assist the Maharashtra government in reducing the 2.63-crore beneficiary list. Sukhvinder Sukhu, the chief minister of Himachal Pradesh, voluntarily gave up the 125 units of free power subsidy that had been granted to him on January 1 and encouraged all independent people to do the same. The state power board stands to gain ₹200 crore as a result of the appeal. Since taking office in December 2022, the Congress administration has been struggling to fulfill its election-related commitments and has been experiencing a serious financial crisis. In the process, it has begun to modify the freebies offered by the. and trim the beneficiary list.Andhra chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu said in an exclusive interview with ET in October that he was having trouble carrying out the six major promises he had made in the lead-up to the assembly elections due to financial limitations.
Hit-and-run victims would soon be able to receive cashless care up to Rs 1.5 lakh: Gadkari Nitin
In order to change the Indian transportation industry, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari met with the transport ministers of 27 states on Tuesday to discuss 17 important problems.Gadkari stated at a press conference that road safety was the government's top priority. According to him, 1.8 lakh people died in traffic accidents in India last year, with 66% of the victims being between the ages of 18 and 34."Out of this, 30,000 were because of no helmet and another 10,000 were because of improper entry and exit points near school and colleges," stated the minister.Cashless services According to Gadkari, the government has piloted cashless treatment in a few states and would roll it out nationwide in the upcoming months after evaluating the scheme's shortcomings. According to a report, 50,000 people might have been spared golden hour treatment, he continued.
Housing assistance for households affected by fire in Kishtwar, J&K, is cleared by the center.
In order to give housing aid to fire victims in Mulwarwan hamlet, located in the Warwan Valley in J&K's Kishtwar district, the Union government sanctioned a special project under PMAY-G.A huge fire on October 15 of last year damaged a number of homes, leaving many families without a place to live. "The day after taking office on October 16, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah immediately went to the impacted area and gave the victims his word that they would be rehabilitated for the long run. "According to an official spokeswoman, "he also promised to obtain aid from the Central government to assist the families in rebuilding their homes and regaining their lives."An official statement states that this unique housing paThe Secretary of J&K's Department of Rural Development was formally informed of this clearance by the Ministry of Rural Development's Department of Rural Development (Rural Housing Division). Up to 85 homes—including seven that were previously PMAY-G beneficiaries—have been allotted under the special project for FY 2024–2025, according to the message.ckage was approved after CM appealed to the Center for more funding to support the impacted families' long-term rehabilitation.
Shein brands are being tested on the Ajio platform by Reliance Retail.
Shein's casual women's western clothing is being tested for sales on Reliance Retail's Ajio platform. A collaboration permits domestic sales to proceed while adhering to government restrictions, even if Shein was banned in 2020. In the profitable and expanding Indian fast fashion business, Shein will compete with companies like Zudio and Myntra.Four and a half years after the Indian government banned the Chinese quick fashion brand Shein, Reliance Retail has begun a backdoor test launch of the brand, beginning with its fashion and lifestyle website Ajio.
The government claims in the Rajya Sabha that the CCI controls airfares.
The Minister of State for Civil Aviation emphasized that supply, demand, seasonality, and operational factors all affect airfares.The government clarified in the Rajya Sabha on Monday that airfares are "governed" under the Competition Act, 2002, and that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) keeps an eye on anti-competitive practices in response to worries about oligopolistic practices and rising airfares in the aviation industry.John Brittas asked the administration about oligopolistic methods, exorbitant airfares, and timeliness problems in airline operations. The explanation was made in response to his unstarred question. The question especially focused on whether the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has the authority to step in in certain situations under Rule 135(4) of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.The government clarified in the Rajya Sabha on Monday that airfares are "governed" under the Competition Act, 2002, and that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) keeps an eye on anti-competitive practices in response to worries about oligopolistic practices and rising airfares in the aviation industry.John Brittas asked the administration about oligopolistic methods, exorbitant airfares, and timeliness problems in airline operations. The explanation was made in response to his unstarred question. The question especially focused on whether the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has the authority to step in in certain situations under Rule 135(4) of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.In response, Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol emphasized that supply, demand, seasonality, and operational factors all affect airfares. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) controls anti-competitive behaviors including cartelization, but the government does not regulate airfares to preserve competitiveness. According to the Minister, airlines have been made more aware of the need to provide reasonable fares, particularly during periods of high demand. He pointed out that in order to ensure adherence to Rule 135 of the Aircraft Rules, 1937, the DGCA established a Tariff Monitoring Unit (TMU) to keep an eye on airlines that engage in predatory or exorbitant pricing. The Minister underlined that although the government does not directly control airfares, it does make sure the market is competitive and that the interests of passengers are protected. He noted that government action in cases of excessive pricing involves redistributing capacity to areas with high demand in order to stabilize costs. With 12 scheduled commuter carriers and 830 aircraft, the aviation industry has witnessed remarkable increase in domestic passenger traffic in recent years. According to Mohol, the government is still dedicated to supporting a strong and competitive aviation industry while closely monitoring anti-competitive behavior through the DGCA and CCI processes.
Marathi manoos' are being attacked more frequently after the BJP won the Maharashtra elections: Raut
The Shiv Sena According to UBT spokesman Sanjay Raut, attacks against Marathi-speaking individuals have escalated since the BJP won the Maharashtra assembly elections. He also said that an atmosphere is being created to expel them from Mumbai and the surrounding areas.In an interview with reporters, Raut brought up an instance in Thane district's Kalyan when a Marathi-speaking family was allegedly attacked by non-Marathi speakers.In addition, he called the Maharashtra government "inauspicious" for the 14 fatalities that resulted from the accident of a passenger ferry and a navy boat. He claimed that killings and dacoity were occurring in districts and villages. According to the Sena (UBT) leader, the BJP undermined the Shiv Sena, a "organisation of Marathi manoos," and broke it apart, treating the locals as second-class citizens while giving Mumbai and the surrounding areas to non-Marathi-speaking businesspeople and builders."Since the state assembly elections, attacks on Marathi manoos have escalated. An atmosphere is being developed to prevent Marathi manoos from residing in Thane and Kalyan, and efforts are on to expel them from Mumbai," he stated. Raut attacked Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, claiming that members of the administration who identify as the Shiv Sena are incompetent and unconcerned about the Kalyan tragedy.
China is constructing the biggest artificial island airport in the world.
The largest airport in the world on an artificial island is another impressive addition to China's aviation portfolio.According to an airport statement, the Dalian Jinzhou Bay International Airport, which is currently being built off the northeast coast of the country, will eventually span a 20-square-kilometer (7.7-square-mile) island with four runways and a passenger terminal that is 900,000 square meters (969,000 square feet).With the first phase scheduled to open in 2035, its operators hope to handle 80 million people annually across 540,000 flights.According to a tweet made by Dalian Jinzhou Bay International on the Chinese social networking site WeChat, "The nation's largest offshore airport is slowly rising from the sea level like the sunrise in the east."When finished, it will surpass Japan's Kansai Airport (KIX) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) as the largest airport on an artificial island in the world. Li Xiang, chief engineer of Dalian Airport Construction and Development Co., Ltd., told state-run local media in October that the project had experienced significant difficulties due to its complex geological conditions, high drilling difficulty, high quality demand, and tight construction schedule. The 7.5 million-person metropolis of Dalian has traditionally served as a transportation hub because of its close proximity to South Korea and Japan. According to Yicai, a state-affiliated daily, Dalian Zhoushuizi Airport, the city's international airport that has been in operation for almost a century, has already reached its maximum capacity and has undergone multiple expansions in recent years. According to state-run local media, the city began site selection and demonstration work on the new airport in 2003, but building only really got underway a few years ago. The expansion of China's aviation industry is mostly due to new airports. The nation is poised to overtake the US as the largest air travel market globally. Daxing (PKX), Beijing's second airport, opened with much fanfare on October 1, 2019, the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China's founding. Chinese officials at the time stated the
