Category: NATIONAL

Hyderabad, December 1, 2025 — A Kerala-based software professional was arrested on Monday for allegedly harassing a cabin crew member during a Dubai–Hyderabad flight. According to officials, the accused created a disturbance mid-air and behaved inappropriately despite repeated warnings from the flight staff.

Soon after the aircraft landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, the crew alerted security agencies, following which the passenger was taken into custody. An investigation has been launched, and authorities said strict action will be taken to ensure the safety and dignity of airline staff and passengers.

Delhi, December 1, 2025 — Delhi has recorded its best air quality levels for the January-November period in the past eight years, according to recent environmental data. Experts attribute the improvement to stricter pollution control measures, increased green cover, and successful implementation of vehicle emission norms.

Authorities have highlighted that sustained efforts in regulating industrial emissions, promoting public transport, and monitoring construction dust have contributed to this significant improvement. Citizens are encouraged to continue eco-friendly practices to maintain and further enhance air quality in the capital.

Delhi, December 1, 2025 — The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out extensive raids across Jammu & Kashmir and Uttar Pradesh in connection with the 10/11 Red Fort blast case. The operations targeted suspected hideouts and safe houses linked to the terror network allegedly behind the attack.

Officials said the raids aim to gather critical evidence, apprehend suspects, and disrupt any remaining operational plans of the group. Security forces remain on high alert across the region, with the investigation expected to yield further leads in the coming days.

Port Blair, December 1, 2025 — All flight operations to and from Port Blair were cancelled on Monday as Cyclone Ditwah intensified over the Bay of Bengal, prompting authorities to suspend air services in the interest of passenger safety. Strong winds, heavy rainfall, and poor visibility disrupted normal operations, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded.

The local administration has issued high alerts across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with disaster response teams placed on standby. Fishermen have been strictly advised not to venture into the sea, while residents in low-lying coastal areas are being closely monitored as precautionary measures continue.

Amaravati, December 1, 2025 — The issue of Amaravati’s capital development triggered fresh political confrontation on Monday, with the ruling alliance highlighting renewed investment plans while the opposition questioned the pace of execution. Both sides traded sharp comments over land pooling and infrastructure progress.

The government asserted that Amaravati is on track to emerge as a major administrative and financial hub. Meanwhile, the opposition demanded greater transparency and faster on-ground implementation, keeping the political heat alive in the state.