December 9, 2025

Volcanic Eruption and Trade Shift Likely Brought Black Death to Europe

A new study finds that a 1345 volcanic eruption cooled climate, disrupted crops, and forced new trade routes that introduced the Black Death plague to Europe.

December 9, 2025

EU Mulls Delaying 2035 Combustion Engine Ban, Plans EV Quotas for Fleets by 2030

The EU might postpone its 2035 combustion engine phase-out and introduce strict electric vehicle quotas of up to 90% for rental and leasing fleets by 2030. Pressure from carmakers and rental companies highlights infrastructure and market challenges for a swift EV shift.

December 9, 2025

Chennai Repairs 89 km of Roads Damaged by Cyclone Ditwah Amid Waterlogging Woes

The Chennai Highways Department has fixed 89 km of pothole-ridden roads damaged by Cyclone Ditwah. Waterlogging and lack of storm drains remain challenges at key spots.

December 9, 2025

India's Top Airlines Employ Nearly 14,000 Pilots, DGCA Strengthens Training Standards

India's six leading airlines have hired 13,989 pilots, with Air India and IndiGo leading. DGCA supports 40 training schools and keeps safety checks robust.

December 8, 2025

IndiGo Apologises, Seeks More Time to Respond to DGCA Over Flight Disruptions Impacting 15.3 Lakh Passengers

IndiGo apologises for massive flight cancellations and requests extra time to reply to DGCA’s notices. Over 15 lakh passengers hit by disruptions linked to new pilot rest rules and technical issues.

December 8, 2025

Satellite Fire Counts Underestimate Stubble Burning in Punjab and Haryana, New Study Finds

A study reveals that official satellite fire counts vastly underestimate stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana. Burnt area data shows only a 30% decline, not the reported 90% drop. This misleads pollution control efforts and calls for better satellite monitoring methods.

December 8, 2025

7.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan's Aomori Coast, Tsunami Warning Issued

A strong 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit Japan's northeast near Aomori, causing tsunami warnings and prompting evacuation of 90,000 people. Injuries and train suspensions reported.

December 8, 2025

DGCA to Act on IndiGo After Flight Cancellation Chaos, Airline Apologizes

IndiGo faces DGCA action after mass flight cancellations. The airline apologizes, blaming several factors. DGCA is examining the response and will act soon.

December 8, 2025

Paramount Challenges Netflix with $108.4bn Warner Bros Bid

Paramount, backed by the Ellison family, has made a $108.4bn offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery. This beats Netflix's $83bn bid, sparking a fierce battle for the studio and its streaming networks.

December 8, 2025

Telangana High Court Stays CAT Order on IAS Officer's Cadre Allocation to Telangana

Telangana High Court stays CAT-Hyderabad's order on IAS officer Amrapali Katta's cadre allocation. The DoPT's challenge to her posting in Telangana continues.