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IndiGo to start compensating passengers for flight disruptions next week
Civil aviation ministry has directed the airline to begin compensating passengers hit by mass flight cancellations earlier this month; IndiGo has said ₹10,000 vouchers will be issued starting Dec 26
 "IndiGo to start compensating passengers for flight disruptions next week")
Delhi air quality worsens over weekend as all areas record AQI over 300
Dense fog and severe pollution continue to affect Delhi over the weekend, with 14 stations in the 'severe' category despite strict anti-pollution measures
 "Delhi air quality worsens over weekend as all areas record AQI over 300")
IMD issues orange alert for Delhi as fog, cold wave grip North India
With December 18 recorded as the coldest day so far, winter conditions are set to intensify across north India as the IMD forecasts dense fog, cold wave conditions and snowfall in the Himalayan region
 "IMD issues orange alert for Delhi as fog, cold wave grip North India")
Bangladesh on edge after Osman Hadi's death: Here's what happened so far
Hadi, a likely candidate in the upcoming February 12 general elections next year, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Singapore after being shot almost a week earlier
 "Bangladesh on edge after Osman Hadi's death: Here's what happened so far")
Canada deports 19,000 immigrants in 2025 amid tighter visa rules
CBSA data shows nearly 19,000 removals in 2025 as fewer people entered Canada and the population posted its steepest fall since 1946
 "Canada deports 19,000 immigrants in 2025 amid tighter visa rules")
Sebi cuts mutual fund fees: How 10-15 bps can add Rs 5 lakh to wealth
A small cut in fund expenses can quietly compound into meaningful long-term gains for investors
 "Sebi cuts mutual fund fees: How 10-15 bps can add Rs 5 lakh to wealth")
Michaela Benthaus to become first wheelchair user to fly into space
German aerospace engineer Michaela Benthaus is all set to become the first wheelchair-bound person to travel to space
 "Michaela Benthaus to become first wheelchair user to fly into space")
Asian car, battery makers revamp EV strategy amid US market changes
Asian car and battery makers are changing their EV strategies after US market shifts, Ford's moves and policy changes shake up global electric vehicle plans
 "Asian car, battery makers revamp EV strategy amid US market changes")
In rare space mishap, Musk's Starlink loses contact with satellite in orbit
SpaceX says a Starlink satellite suffered an in-orbit anomaly, lost communications and vented propellant, releasing debris as it dropped altitude; it will re-enter within weeks
 "In rare space mishap, Musk's Starlink loses contact with satellite in orbit")
Denmark immigration rules change in 2026: Higher fees, tighter work permits
Denmark immigration Rule in 2026: Salary thresholds rise, medical permits freeze, and application costs go up from January 2026
 "Denmark immigration rules change in 2026: Higher fees, tighter work permits")
Can diabetes be reversed? Experts explain what really works in long term
Beyond crash diets and fads, doctors say diabetes remission is driven by realistic lifestyle changes, early action and consistency, not extreme workouts or quick fixes
 "Can diabetes be reversed? Experts explain what really works in long term")
US visa delays persist: Tourist, business visa wait up to 10 months
Parliament data shows long queues for US tourist visas, while student visa applicants face much shorter waiting periods
 "US visa delays persist: Tourist, business visa wait up to 10 months")
US citizenship at risk? Trump plans review of 200 immigrant cases monthly
Internal USCIS guidance on denaturalisation targets sparks Democratic backlash and legal concerns
 "US citizenship at risk? Trump plans review of 200 immigrant cases monthly")
ByteDance signs deal to sell over 80% of TikTok's US assets to avoid ban
ByteDance has signed a binding deal to shift control of TikTok's US operations to a new joint venture, a key step to avoid a ban and end years of uncertainty over the app
 "ByteDance signs deal to sell over 80% of TikTok's US assets to avoid ban")
Why doctors say prophylaxis should be standard care in haemophilia
From delayed diagnosis to new treatment options, experts outline why preventive treatment is replacing on-demand care and how early prophylaxis protects joints
 "Why doctors say prophylaxis should be standard care in haemophilia")
ED returns ₹300 crore to clear unpaid dues of Kingfisher's employees
The development came after the Debts Recovery Tribunal (DRT) in Chennai passed an order on December 12
 "ED returns ₹300 crore to clear unpaid dues of Kingfisher's employees")
Forest land cannot be leased for farming without Centre's approval: SC
Rejecting the High Court's direction that allowed the society to seek continuation of the lease, the Supreme Court held that no permission could be granted to perpetuate an illegality
 "Forest land cannot be leased for farming without Centre's approval: SC")
'No PUCC, No Fuel' rule: Over 3,700 vehicles challaned in Delhi in 24 hours
Delhi fined over 3,700 vehicles and turned back hundreds at border points within 24 hours as the 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule came into force to curb pollution amid severe air quality
 "'No PUCC, No Fuel' rule: Over 3,700 vehicles challaned in Delhi in 24 hours")
What people got wrong in filing tax returns; how they can do better in 2026
Tax experts say that omissions, data mismatches, and common assumptions were the primary causes of defective returns, penalties, and delayed refunds this year, urging timely preparation for 2026
 "What people got wrong in filing tax returns; how they can do better in 2026")
FD rates in Dec range from 5% to 8%: Check best offers across banks
Small finance banks lead returns, while PSU and private banks offer steadier FD yields across tenures
 "FD rates in Dec range from 5% to 8%: Check best offers across banks")
