NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has confirmed that he has been invited to the President’s dinner scheduled for Friday in honour of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking to the media outside the Parliament complex, Tharoor said he will “definitely go” to the dinner.Putin Visit Sparks Storm As Tharoor, Not Rahul, Invited To President’s High-Profile State BanquetThis comes as Congress has claimed that invitations were not extended to leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and leader of opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge.Congress leader Pawan Khera accused the government of “breaching all protocols”, claiming that the “decision came as a surprise.””There is no invite for the other LoPs, Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. This comes as a surprise, but we should not be surprised because this government is used to breaching all protocols,” Khera said.Khera also slammed Tharoor for accepting the invitation and said that he “should understand why the game is being played.””It’s quite surprising that an invitation was sent and the invitation was accepted also. Everyone’s conscience has a voice. When my leaders aren’t invited, but I am, we should understand why the game is being played, who is playing the game, and why we shouldn’t be part of it,” he added.Earlier, Rahul accused the Centre of not following the “tradition” of allowing foreign dignitaries to meet the leader of opposition.Speaking to reporters in the Parliament complex, Rahul expressed displeasure and alleged that the government tells visiting foreign dignitaries not to meet the Leader of the Opposition due to its “insecurity”.”Generally, the tradition has been that whoever visits India, the LoP used to have a meeting. It used to happen in the Vajpayee government, the Manmohan Singh government. But this is not the case now. Whenever I visit abroad, they suggest that those people shouldn’t meet the LoP. People told us we have been informed not to meet the LoP. LoP provides a second perspective; we also represent India, but the government doesn’t want us to meet foreign dignitaries. PM Modi and the foreign ministry do not follow this now because of insecurity,” Rahul said.(This is a developing story)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has confirmed that he has been invited to the President’s dinner scheduled for Friday in honour of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking to the media outside the Parliament complex, Tharoor said he will “definitely go” to the dinner.Putin Visit Sparks Storm As Tharoor, Not Rahul, Invited To President’s High-Profile State BanquetThis comes as Congress has claimed that invitations were not extended to leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and leader of opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge.Congress leader Pawan Khera accused the government of “breaching all protocols”, claiming that the “decision came as a surprise.””There is no invite for the other LoPs, Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. This comes as a surprise, but we should not be surprised because this government is used to breaching all protocols,” Khera said.Khera also slammed Tharoor for accepting the invitation and said that he “should understand why the game is being played.””It’s quite surprising that an invitation was sent and the invitation was accepted also. Everyone’s conscience has a voice. When my leaders aren’t invited, but I am, we should understand why the game is being played, who is playing the game, and why we shouldn’t be part of it,” he added.Earlier, Rahul accused the Centre of not following the “tradition” of allowing foreign dignitaries to meet the leader of opposition.Speaking to reporters in the Parliament complex, Rahul expressed displeasure and alleged that the government tells visiting foreign dignitaries not to meet the Leader of the Opposition due to its “insecurity”.”Generally, the tradition has been that whoever visits India, the LoP used to have a meeting. It used to happen in the Vajpayee government, the Manmohan Singh government. But this is not the case now. Whenever I visit abroad, they suggest that those people shouldn’t meet the LoP. People told us we have been informed not to meet the LoP. LoP provides a second perspective; we also represent India, but the government doesn’t want us to meet foreign dignitaries. PM Modi and the foreign ministry do not follow this now because of insecurity,” Rahul said.(This is a developing story)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has confirmed that he has been invited to the President’s dinner scheduled for Friday in honour of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking to the media outside the Parliament complex, Tharoor said he will “definitely go” to the dinner. Putin Visit Sparks Storm As Tharoor, Not Rahul, Invited To President’s…

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Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, is among thousands stranded by IndiGo’s ongoing flight cancellations, forcing him to miss a staff wedding. The airline cited “unforeseen operational challenges” for the disruptions, which have entered their fourth day. The civil aviation ministry expects operations to normalize by Monday. HC Wong (Picture source: X/ Singapore in India) NEW DELHI: Singapore’s high commissioner to India, Simon Wong, is among tens of thousands of passengers stranded due to IndiGo flight cancellations. Wong’s flight to Deoghar, where he was supposed to attend his staff member’s wedding, was cancelled. The high commissioner apologised to his staff member, saying he was “lost for words” and used a face-palm emoji in his tweet. Aviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo Cancellations He wrote: “I joined the tens of thousands of passengers stranded by Indigo. My flight to Deoghar has been cancelled. My sincere apologies to my young staff waiting for me to attend his shaadi. Lost for words.”IndiGo’s operational problems have entered a fourth straight day, causing chaos at airports across India. Passengers are reporting long waits, vacant counters, lost luggage, and a lack of food and water. The airline has apologised, saying the disruptions are caused by “unforeseen operational challenges,” including technical issues, weather interruptions, and revised crew duty rules (FDTL norms).Meanwhile, the ministry of civil aviation has issued directives to stabilise operations. It expects IndiGo’s flight schedules to normalise by Monday.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBengaluru Newlyweds Attend Reception Online After Indigo Cancellations Derail Travel PlansRussia Backs India’s Energy Needs As Putin Defies Trump And Promises Steady Fuel Supplies To DelhiAviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo CancellationsPM Modi Sends Strong Message With Putin, Linking Pahalgam And Crocus In A Joint Stand Against TerrorPM Modi Sends Big Message On Ukraine As He Tells Putin India Supports Peace Not Neutrality TodayModi, Murmu Host Putin With Guard Of Honour, Rajghat Tribute Ahead Of High-Stake India-Russia SummitRBI Slashes Rates After Rupee Fall, Boosts Liquidity And Lifts India’s GDP Forecast To 7.3%No Extension To Waqf Registration Deadline, Rijiju Reiterates Citing Parliament And SC MandateMassive Outrage Over IndiGo Chaos, Over 600 Flights Cancelled In India’s Biggest Aviation CrisisPak President Zardari Approves Asim Munir As The First Chief Of Defence Forces Amid Power Tensions123Photostories10 most searched and trending recipes of 2025, as per GoogleSwami Vivekananda Lessons According To Your Date of BirthIndiGo Flight Chaos at Bengaluru: Over 50+ Cancellations, Nationwide Delays, Terminals Jammed, Passengers Stranded, Fares Soar, Other Airlines ImpactedRaj and Simran energy returns as Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan channel classic Yash Chopra fashion at the DDLJ statue launchShah Rukh Khan, Chennai Express and Baadshah; Funniest roles that prove his effortless comic timingDelhi–Mumbai Expressway’s big capital push: Final 9km link edges toward June milestone10 Arabic baby boy names with beautiful meanings for 2026‘Bigg Boss 19’: Amaal Mallik’s ‘Gerua’ performance to Tanya Mittal’s imaginary husband, most hilarious moments of this seasonBirth Number 1 : Personality Trait, Lucky Number, Lucky Color and Lucky Gemstone8 varieties of fish that thrive the longest in aquariums123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAUS vs ENG LiveLos Angeles LakersMatthew Stafford WifeCandace OwensAryna SabalenkaDak PrescottTravis KelceKobe BryantJohan OviedoJohan Oviendo

Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, is among thousands stranded by IndiGo’s ongoing flight cancellations, forcing him to miss a staff wedding. The airline cited “unforeseen operational challenges” for the disruptions, which have entered their fourth day. The civil aviation ministry expects operations to normalize by Monday. HC Wong (Picture source: X/ Singapore in India) NEW DELHI: Singapore’s high commissioner to India, Simon Wong, is among tens of thousands of passengers stranded due to IndiGo flight cancellations. Wong’s flight to Deoghar, where he was supposed to attend his staff member’s wedding, was cancelled. The high commissioner apologised to his staff member, saying he was “lost for words” and used a face-palm emoji in his tweet. Aviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo Cancellations He wrote: “I joined the tens of thousands of passengers stranded by Indigo. My flight to Deoghar has been cancelled. My sincere apologies to my young staff waiting for me to attend his shaadi. Lost for words.”IndiGo’s operational problems have entered a fourth straight day, causing chaos at airports across India. Passengers are reporting long waits, vacant counters, lost luggage, and a lack of food and water. The airline has apologised, saying the disruptions are caused by “unforeseen operational challenges,” including technical issues, weather interruptions, and revised crew duty rules (FDTL norms).Meanwhile, the ministry of civil aviation has issued directives to stabilise operations. It expects IndiGo’s flight schedules to normalise by Monday.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBengaluru Newlyweds Attend Reception Online After Indigo Cancellations Derail Travel PlansRussia Backs India’s Energy Needs As Putin Defies Trump And Promises Steady Fuel Supplies To DelhiAviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo CancellationsPM Modi Sends Strong Message With Putin, Linking Pahalgam And Crocus In A Joint Stand Against TerrorPM Modi Sends Big Message On Ukraine As He Tells Putin India Supports Peace Not Neutrality TodayModi, Murmu Host Putin With Guard Of Honour, Rajghat Tribute Ahead Of High-Stake India-Russia SummitRBI Slashes Rates After Rupee Fall, Boosts Liquidity And Lifts India’s GDP Forecast To 7.3%No Extension To Waqf Registration Deadline, Rijiju Reiterates Citing Parliament And SC MandateMassive Outrage Over IndiGo Chaos, Over 600 Flights Cancelled In India’s Biggest Aviation CrisisPak President Zardari Approves Asim Munir As The First Chief Of Defence Forces Amid Power Tensions123Photostories10 most searched and trending recipes of 2025, as per GoogleSwami Vivekananda Lessons According To Your Date of BirthIndiGo Flight Chaos at Bengaluru: Over 50+ Cancellations, Nationwide Delays, Terminals Jammed, Passengers Stranded, Fares Soar, Other Airlines ImpactedRaj and Simran energy returns as Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan channel classic Yash Chopra fashion at the DDLJ statue launchShah Rukh Khan, Chennai Express and Baadshah; Funniest roles that prove his effortless comic timingDelhi–Mumbai Expressway’s big capital push: Final 9km link edges toward June milestone10 Arabic baby boy names with beautiful meanings for 2026‘Bigg Boss 19’: Amaal Mallik’s ‘Gerua’ performance to Tanya Mittal’s imaginary husband, most hilarious moments of this seasonBirth Number 1 : Personality Trait, Lucky Number, Lucky Color and Lucky Gemstone8 varieties of fish that thrive the longest in aquariums123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAUS vs ENG LiveLos Angeles LakersMatthew Stafford WifeCandace OwensAryna SabalenkaDak PrescottTravis KelceKobe BryantJohan OviedoJohan Oviendo

HC Wong (Picture source: X/ Singapore in India) NEW DELHI: Singapore’s high commissioner to India, Simon Wong, is among tens of thousands of passengers stranded due to IndiGo flight cancellations. Wong’s flight to Deoghar, where he was supposed to attend his staff member’s wedding, was cancelled. The high commissioner apologised to his staff member, saying…

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Aviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo Cancellations The ministry added that stranded passengers will be accommodated in hotels booked by airlines, while refreshments and essential support will be provided to those facing delays. “Special measures have been taken to ensure senior citizens are not discomfited in any manner. They will be provided with lounge access,” the order stated. A 24×7 control room at the aviation ministry is overseeing the situation on a real-time basis.The government said it remains fully alert to the inconvenience faced by air travellers and is holding continuous discussions with all stakeholders. “Every possible measure, including rule exemptions as announced by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Friday, will be taken to restore schedules and ensure stability to mitigate the public’s woes,” the statement added.Earlier in the day, the DGCA granted IndiGo a one-time temporary exemption to stabilise flight operations, easing limits related to night duty and night operations for its A320 fleet until February 10, 2026. The regulator emphasised that while the operator is responsible for the inconvenience, the exemption has been allowed “in the public interest” to ensure continuity of essential services, and may be revoked if safety is compromised.Govt outlines passenger support measures as schedules near normalisationFlight schedules are expected to stabilise and start returning to normal by midnight.Full services and operational stability should resume over the next couple of days.Passengers can track any delays from home through systems installed by IndiGo and other airlines.IndiGo will issue automatic full refunds in case of flight cancellations.Stranded passengers will be accommodated in hotels arranged by the airlines.Senior citizens will receive special assistance, including access to airport lounges.Refreshments and essential support will be provided to passengers facing delays.A 24×7 control room at the civil aviation ministry is monitoring the situation in real time.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRussia Backs India’s Energy Needs As Putin Defies Trump And Promises Steady Fuel Supplies To DelhiAviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo CancellationsPM Modi Sends Strong Message With Putin, Linking Pahalgam And Crocus In A Joint Stand Against TerrorPM Modi Sends Big Message On Ukraine As He Tells Putin India Supports Peace Not Neutrality TodayModi, Murmu Host Putin With Guard Of Honour, Rajghat Tribute Ahead Of High-Stake India-Russia SummitRBI Slashes Rates After Rupee Fall, Boosts Liquidity And Lifts India’s GDP Forecast To 7.3%No Extension To Waqf Registration Deadline, Rijiju Reiterates Citing Parliament And SC MandateMassive Outrage Over IndiGo Chaos, Over 600 Flights Cancelled In India’s Biggest Aviation CrisisPak President Zardari Approves Asim Munir As The First Chief Of Defence Forces Amid Power TensionsPM Modi, Putin Share Another Car Ride, Russian President Says It Was His Idea To Show Friendship123PhotostoriesIndiGo Flight Chaos at Bengaluru: Over 50+ Cancellations, Nationwide Delays, Terminals Jammed, Passengers Stranded, Fares Soar, Other Airlines ImpactedRaj and Simran energy returns as Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan channel classic Yash Chopra fashion at the DDLJ statue launchShah Rukh Khan, Chennai Express and Baadshah; Funniest roles that prove his effortless comic timingDelhi–Mumbai Expressway’s big capital push: Final 9km link edges toward June milestone10 Arabic baby boy names with beautiful meanings for 2026‘Bigg Boss 19’: Amaal Mallik’s ‘Gerua’ performance to Tanya Mittal’s imaginary husband, most hilarious moments of this seasonBirth Number 1 : Personality Trait, Lucky Number, Lucky Color and Lucky Gemstone8 varieties of fish that thrive the longest in aquariumsWhat happens to the body if you drink 2 teaspoon of olive oil daily6 unforgivable karmic sins according to Hinduism123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAUS vs ENG LiveLos Angeles LakersMatthew Stafford WifeCandace OwensAryna SabalenkaDak PrescottTravis KelceKobe BryantJohan OviedoJohan Oviendo

The Civil Aviation Ministry has directed airlines, particularly IndiGo, to resolve large-scale disruptions and restore services promptly. Flight schedules are expected to stabilize by midnight and fully normalize within days, with passengers able to track delays from home. NEW DELHI: The ministry of civil aviation on Friday issued fresh directives to airlines, with a special focus on IndiGo, asking them to immediately implement measures to resolve large-scale disruptions and restore services at the earliest.According to the order, flight schedules are expected to begin stabilising by midnight, and full operational normalcy is likely to be restored over the next couple of days. The ministry said passengers can monitor delays from home through information systems installed by IndiGo and other carriers. In case of cancellations, the order mandates IndiGo to ensure automatic full refunds. Aviation Meltdown Forces DGCA To Roll Back Weekly Pilot Rest Norm After IndiGo Cancellations The ministry added that stranded passengers will be accommodated in hotels booked by airlines, while refreshments and essential support will be provided to those facing delays. “Special measures have been taken to ensure senior citizens are not discomfited in any manner. They will be provided with lounge access,” the order stated. A 24×7 control room at the aviation ministry is overseeing the situation on a real-time basis.The government said it remains fully alert to the inconvenience faced by air travellers and is holding continuous discussions with all stakeholders. “Every possible measure, including rule exemptions as announced by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Friday, will be taken to restore schedules and ensure stability to mitigate the public’s woes,” the statement added.Earlier in the day, the DGCA granted IndiGo a one-time temporary exemption to stabilise flight operations, easing limits related to night duty and night operations for its A320 fleet until February 10, 2026. The regulator emphasised that while the operator is responsible for the inconvenience, the exemption has been allowed “in the public interest” to ensure continuity of essential services, and may be revoked if safety is compromised.Govt outlines passenger support measures as schedules near normalisationFlight schedules are expected to stabilise and start returning to normal by midnight.Full services and operational stability should resume over the next couple of days.Passengers can track any delays from home through systems installed by IndiGo and other airlines.IndiGo will issue automatic full refunds in case of flight cancellations.Stranded passengers will be accommodated in hotels arranged by the airlines.Senior citizens will receive special assistance, including access to airport lounges.Refreshments and essential support will be provided to passengers facing delays.A 24×7 control room at the civil aviation ministry is monitoring the situation in real time.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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NEW DELHI: The ministry of civil aviation on Friday issued fresh directives to airlines, with a special focus on IndiGo, asking them to immediately implement measures to resolve large-scale disruptions and restore services at the earliest.According to the order, flight schedules are expected to begin stabilising by midnight, and full operational normalcy is likely to…

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