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IndiGo Ordered to Cut 10% of Flights Amid Operational Challenges

IndiGo Ordered to Cut 10% of Flights Amid Operational Challenges

India's largest airline, IndiGo, has been ordered by authorities to reduce its winter flight schedule by 10%, doubling the initially announced reduction. This decision follows a crisis where the airline had to cancel over 3,000 flights due to poor pilot roster planning, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. Despite the cut, IndiGo claims that its operations have 'normalised' and that it will continue to cover all its destinations. The Federal Aviation Minister, Ram Mohan Naidu, stated that the reduction is necessary to restore stability in the airline's operations.
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India Proposes Mandatory Royalties for AI Training on Copyrighted Content

India Proposes Mandatory Royalties for AI Training on Copyrighted Content

India has proposed a new framework that would require AI companies to pay royalties for using copyrighted content in training their models. This proposal aims to provide a 'mandatory blanket license' allowing AI firms access to all copyrighted works in exchange for payments to a collecting body, which would then distribute royalties to creators. The move comes amid global concerns over AI companies using copyrighted material without compensation, a practice that has led to legal challenges in the U.S. and Europe. India's approach is one of the most interventionist, seeking to ensure creators are compensated while reducing compliance costs for AI firms.
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InterGlobe Aviation Faces Market Pressure Amid Flight Cancellations and Regulatory Scrutiny

InterGlobe Aviation Faces Market Pressure Amid Flight Cancellations and Regulatory Scrutiny

InterGlobe Aviation Faces Market Pressure Amid Flight Cancellations and Regulatory Scrutiny
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Global pilots warn India's rest rule exemption for IndiGo raises safety concerns

Global pilots warn India's rest rule exemption for IndiGo raises safety concerns

By Allison Lampert Dec 9 (Reuters) - India's decision to ease stricter rules on pilot rest following a wave of flight cancellations by the country's largest carrier should be reversed due to the adverse effect of fatigue on safety, the head of global pilot union group IFALPA said.
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Morning Bid: The final Fed countdown

Morning Bid: The final Fed countdown

By Yoruk Bahceli LONDON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - By Yoruk Bahceli, markets correspondent What matters in U.S. and global markets today The Federal Reserve meeting is fast approaching on Wednesday – and the stakes are high. Rising bets for a December cut seem to have saved equities from AI jitters for now.
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Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Faces Criticism Amid IndiGo Flight Suspension Crisis

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Faces Criticism Amid IndiGo Flight Suspension Crisis

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu is facing significant criticism from national media outlets due to his handling of the ongoing IndiGo flight suspension crisis. IndiGo, which operates nearly 60% of domestic flights in India, abruptly suspended many of its services, leading to widespread chaos. This disruption has affected business travelers, students, professionals, and families who rely on air travel for urgent domestic and international trips. The crisis has resulted in stranded passengers at airports across the country, and the media is criticizing Naidu for failing to grasp the seriousness of the situation and for not resolving it effectively. The public's dissatisfaction is growing, and the Modi administration is receiving negative publicity as a result.
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Deadly Fire in Goa Nightclub Raises Safety Concerns

Deadly Fire in Goa Nightclub Raises Safety Concerns

A devastating fire at a nightclub in Goa, India, has resulted in the deaths of at least 25 people, including several tourists. The fire, which broke out due to indoor fireworks, quickly spread through the venue, trapping many inside. The nightclub lacked proper fire safety measures, including a No Objection Certificate, which has raised serious concerns about regulatory compliance. The incident has led to the arrest of four staff members, and an inquiry has been launched to investigate the cause and safety violations.
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Intel's Strategic Partnership with Tata Electronics to Boost Semiconductor Manufacturing in India

Intel's Strategic Partnership with Tata Electronics to Boost Semiconductor Manufacturing in India

Intel's Strategic Partnership with Tata Electronics to Boost Semiconductor Manufacturing in India
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Atalanta vs. Chelsea, Champions League: Preview, team news, how to watch

Atalanta vs. Chelsea, Champions League: Preview, team news, how to watch

Vying for the top-eight
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Starlink's India Launch Delayed Due to Website Glitch and Pending Approvals

Starlink's India Launch Delayed Due to Website Glitch and Pending Approvals

Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, experienced a brief online stir when its India website mistakenly displayed pricing and service details, suggesting an imminent launch. The website showed tariffs, hardware costs, and a 30-day free trial, which led to widespread speculation. However, SpaceX clarified that these were not official figures but rather test data that went live due to a configuration glitch. Starlink has received several regulatory approvals in India, including a five-year authorization from IN-SPACe and a unified license with strict security conditions. Despite these approvals, the service is not yet available as final government clearances are still pending.
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Goa Nightclub Owners Flee to Thailand After Deadly Fire Incident

Goa Nightclub Owners Flee to Thailand After Deadly Fire Incident

The owners of a nightclub in Goa, India, where a fire resulted in the deaths of 25 people, have reportedly fled to Thailand shortly after the incident. The fire, believed to have been caused by fireworks igniting wooden ceiling beams, occurred at the Birch By Romeo Lane nightclub, a popular venue in a busy nightlife area. Most of the victims were staff members, with a few tourists among the casualties. The local police have sought assistance from Interpol to locate and arrest the owners, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, who left the country following the tragedy.
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India Implements Cash Transfers for Women to Address Unpaid Household Work

India Implements Cash Transfers for Women to Address Unpaid Household Work

India has launched a significant social policy experiment by providing unconditional cash transfers to women across 12 states. These transfers aim to recognize and compensate for unpaid household and care work, with amounts ranging from 1,000 to 2,500 rupees monthly. The initiative targets adult women, acknowledging their contributions to household management and care responsibilities. While the transfers offer financial autonomy and modest bargaining power, they have not significantly reduced women's unpaid workload. The scheme has sparked political interest, with cash transfers influencing electoral outcomes in several states.