Headline 1 (National) IndiGo Ordered To Cut 10% Flights As DGCA Cracks Down On Disruptions Summary India's aviation regulator DGCA has ordered IndiGo to cut its winter schedule by 10 percent on key routes after days of massive cancellations and delays that stranded lakhs of passengers and triggered a storm in Parliament. thehindu IndiGo chaos: Why is India's largest airline canceling aljazeera More detail IndiGo, India's largest airline by market share, cancelled around 500–550 flights per day for several consecutive days in early December, causing severe disruption to air travel during peak season. The aviation ministry told Parliament that IndiGo had processed refunds running into hundreds of crores of rupees and that the government would ensure affected passengers received full compensation according to rules. DGCA has now directed the airline to reduce its approved winter schedule by 10 percent on busy routes and to submit a revised roster and contingency plan to prevent a repeat of the crisis. thehindu The crisis is being linked to poor crew planning, transition to new flight duty time norms, and inadequate buffer in operations. A parliamentary standing committee has called IndiGo, other airlines, and regulators for a hearing to examine systemic weaknesses in the sector. The government has also warned that stricter penalties will follow if airlines compromise on safety or consumer rights. The episode has reopened debate on whether rapid capacity expansion in Indian aviation is outpacing regulatory and operational preparedness. timesofindia.indiatimes Source link for the news https://www.thehindu.com/news/top-news-of-the-day-december-9-2025/article70376193.ece Headline 2 (National) Goa Nightclub Fire Fallout: Birch By Romeo Lane Demolished, Hunt On For Owners Summary Days after a deadly fire at Birch by Romeo Lane in Goa's Vagator area killed at least 25 people, local authorities have demolished the club's beachside structure and intensified the hunt for the absconding owners, the Luthra brothers. timesofindia.indiatimes Birch by Romeo Lane Goa tragedy: Goa nightclub didn't follow economictimes More detail The fire at the upscale Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora–Vagator area left dozens dead and many injured, with investigations revealing serious violations of fire and building norms. Reports indicate that the club used highly flammable materials, lacked adequate extinguishers and exits, and hosted fire shows without proper safety clearances. In the aftermath, the Goa government ordered the demolition of illegal portions of the property, and the Vagator structure associated with the Romeo Lane chain has now been razed. timesofindia.indiatimes Club owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra reportedly left India for Thailand soon after the incident, prompting lookout circulars and coordination with central agencies for their return. The state government has announced a wider crackdown on all illegal clubs, particularly those built on salt pans and coastal regulation zones, and has promised to tighten licensing and safety audits. The tragedy has also sparked national debate on "VIP" hospitality projects that mushroom rapidly with weak oversight in tourist hotspots. ndtvprofit Source link for the news https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/days-after-fire-romeo-lanes-vagator-structure-demolished/articleshow/125876476.cms Headline 3 (National) "Vote Chori Is Anti-National": Rahul Gandhi Targets Government In Parliament Summary During the Winter Session, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi told Lok Sabha that "vote chori" is the biggest anti-national act, as opposition parties pushed for a detailed debate on electoral reforms and the neutrality of institutions. hindustantimes More detail The Winter Session has been dominated by heated exchanges over electoral processes, institutional appointments, and the role of the Election Commission. Rahul Gandhi argued that tampering with the vote is a direct attack on the nation and raised concerns over recent legislative changes including the new system for appointing election commissioners. He criticised the removal of the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel and questioned whether such changes reduce institutional independence. hindustantimes Members from the ruling side hit back, accusing the Congress of weakening institutions during its own tenure and defending the current government's track record on free and fair elections. The presiding officers had allotted an extended time slot in both Houses to discuss electoral and constitutional issues, reflecting the seriousness of the opposition's demands. The debate is expected to feed into a broader political narrative ahead of future elections, with both sides attempting to claim the mantle of protecting democracy and constitutional integrity. thehindu Source link for the news https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/parliament-winter-session-highlights-rahul-warns-ec-of-retr