November 29, 2025

Airbus Orders Urgent Software Fix for 6,000 A320 Jets Over Solar Radiation Issue

Airbus announced a swift software update for around 6,000 A320 family jets after intense solar radiation risked corrupting key flight control data. This will cause short groundings for many planes and longer downtime for some with hardware fixes, shaking up global flight operations.

November 29, 2025

Asian Development Bank Yet to Approve Telangana's Musi Riverfront Project Amid Rising Concerns

The Asian Development Bank has not finalized funding for Telangana's Musi Riverfront Development project. Civil groups raise alarm over displacement of families and environmental impact, demanding government transparency and due process.

November 29, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Triggers Torrential Rain, Red Alerts in Tamil Nadu Coastal Districts

Cyclone Ditwah causes heavy rain on Tamil Nadu coast with red alerts in Cuddalore and nearby districts. Weather office warns of more rainy spells and increased reservoir discharge in Chennai.

November 29, 2025

Birmingham's Frankfurt Market: UK's Most Authentic German Christmas Market?

Birmingham hosts the UK's biggest authentic German Christmas market with wooden huts, mulled wine, and Bratwurst. German visitors praise its vibe, but some UK markets differ widely.

November 29, 2025

Indian Air Force Delivers 21 Tonnes Relief to Sri Lanka Amid Cyclone Ditwah Devastation

The Indian Air Force flew 21 tonnes of relief supplies, 80+ NDRF personnel, and equipment to flood-hit Sri Lanka on November 29, 2025. This aid supports communities devastated by Cyclone Ditwah, as death toll climbs over 120 and power remains out for millions.

November 29, 2025

Solar Radiation Grounds Thousands of Airbus A320 Planes Worldwide

Airbus has grounded about 6,000 A320 aircraft after discovering solar radiation can disrupt flight control computers. Most planes need quick software updates to resume flying. Some older planes require computer replacements, leading to flight delays and cancellations across several countries.

November 29, 2025

Delhi Air Quality Stays Very Poor at AQI 332 on November 29

Delhi’s air quality stayed in the ‘very poor’ category on Saturday morning with an AQI of 332, slightly better than Friday’s 369, says CPCB. The weather forecast predicts a clear sky and max temperature of 25°C.

November 29, 2025

Russian Drone Strike Hits Kyiv Residential Areas Killing One Amid Peace Talks

A Russian drone and missile attack struck Kyiv on Saturday, killing one and injuring seven, including a child. The strike targeted residential districts as Ukraine and the US prepare new peace talks.

November 29, 2025

West Bengal Announces 51 Public Holidays in 2026, Up From 47 in 2025

West Bengal has set 51 public holidays for 2026, nearly two months of breaks. Businesses worry about losses, education experts fret over frequent closures. The extra holidays include Mahalaya and an additional day after Durga Puja.

November 29, 2025

DGCA Grounds Airbus A319, A320, A321 Jets Until Urgent Safety Fixes Are Done

Indian aviation faces delays as DGCA stops certain Airbus A320 family planes from flying. Airlines rush software, hardware fixes after Airbus warns of solar radiation risks.