Image

SC Clarifies Election Commission’s Powers on Citizenship Verification

December 10, 2025

Supreme Court Affirms EC’s Authority to Examine Citizenship Doubts in Voter Registration

The Supreme Court has ruled that while the Election Commission (EC) does not possess the power to conclusively determine a person’s citizenship, it is fully authorised to inquire into citizenship status whenever doubts arise during the voter enrolment process. The judgment reinforces that citizenship is a constitutional requirement for voting, not a procedural detail secondary to age or residence.

Month: 

Category: 

India–Germany Relations Deepen Ahead of January Summit in New Delhi

December 10, 2025

India Prepares for High-Level Engagement as German Chancellor Merz Plans January Visit

India is stepping up its diplomatic engagement with Europe as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz prepares to visit New Delhi in January. Coming closely after the Russian President’s arrival and just weeks before the India–EU Summit, the visit underscores New Delhi’s effort to maintain strategic balance among major global partners while expanding its ties with the European Union.

Month: 

Category: 

Govt Orders 10 percent Cut in IndiGo Winter Schedule After Major Operational Disruptions

December 10, 2025

Government Imposes 10% Winter Flight Reduction on IndiGo After Severe Disruptions

The civil aviation ministry has mandated a 10% reduction in IndiGo’s winter flight schedule, signalling the strongest regulatory action taken against the carrier after a week of widespread cancellations and delays. This order doubles the earlier 5% cut announced by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), reflecting mounting concerns over the airline’s operational stability during the peak travel season.

Month: 

Category: 

Lithuania Declares National Emergency Amid Belarus Balloon Incursions

December 10, 2025

Lithuania Declares Emergency After Balloon Incursions From Belarus

Lithuania has imposed a nationwide emergency following multiple balloon incursions from Belarus, an episode officials believe may represent an intensifying hybrid tactic aimed at destabilising the country. The repeated appearances of unidentified balloons in Lithuanian airspace have disrupted aviation operations and heightened cross-border tensions.

Month: 

Category: 

IMF Names UPI the World’s Largest Fast-Payment System

December 10, 2025

IMF Recognises UPI as the World’s Largest Retail Fast-Payment System

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has received a major global endorsement after the International Monetary Fund acknowledged it as the world’s largest retail fast-payment system by transaction volume. The recognition underscores India’s leadership in digital payments, backed by supportive reforms, accessible technology and widespread merchant integration.

Month: 

Category: