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Airlines Grounded: Delhi Chokes, Sri Lanka Reels
7 Dec
Summary
- Parliamentary panel to summon airline executives and regulator.
- Cyclone Ditwah claimed 627 lives in Sri Lanka.
- India strengthens semiconductor and medtech partnerships.
Airlines are under intense scrutiny as a parliamentary panel prepares to summon top executives and the civil aviation regulator. This action comes in response to widespread IndiGo flight cancellations that left thousands stranded across the country. The nation's capital, Delhi, continues to grapple with extreme air pollution, with its Air Quality Index reaching 303, categorized as 'very poor,' despite marginal improvements.
Globally, Sri Lanka is reeling from the catastrophic impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which has tragically resulted in 627 confirmed deaths and left hundreds more missing. In Nepal, a magnitude 4.1 earthquake was registered, adding to the region's seismic activity. Amidst these crises, India is proactively forging stronger international ties, with key meetings focused on advancing its capabilities in semiconductors, carbon capture technology, and medtech, aiming for self-reliance.
Further international developments include significant investment plans from Volkswagen Group and potential job cuts at UBS. On the sports front, Australia secured an eight-wicket victory against England in the second Ashes test. Discussions also touched upon India's cricket team strategy, balancing experienced players with emerging talent, and the continued hosting of IPL matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium.
