Indian airlines have asked state-run oil companies to delay any increase in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices. Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet made the request as oil prices rise due to the conflict in West Asia. Fuel makes up about 40% of airline operating costs. Higher fuel prices could lead to more expensive air tickets. The government is discussing the matter and may take a decision before June 1. Airlines are also facing higher costs because of a weaker rupee and disruptions to international flight routes. (PC: AP)

Delhi court on Tuesday rejected the interim bail plea of activist Umar Khalid in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. Khalid had sought 15 days of bail to attend his uncle’s Chehlum ceremony and care for his mother, who is scheduled for surgery. The Karkardooma court said the reasons were not strong enough to justify temporary release. The judge noted that Khalid’s father and sisters could look after his mother and said the surgery was minor. Khalid is accused under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in the larger conspiracy case linked to the riots, which killed 53 people and injured over 700. (PC: PTI)

Squadron Leader Saanya has created history by becoming the first woman officer in the Indian Air Force to earn the prestigious Cat-A Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) qualification. The IAF announced the achievement on social media, calling it a proud milestone for the force and an inspiration for aspiring aviators across the country. Air Chief Marshal A P Singh felicitated Squadron Leader Saanya for her accomplishment. The Cat-A qualification is considered one of the highest standards for flying instructors in the IAF. Her achievement highlights the growing role of women officers in India’s defence forces and aviation sector.

The investigation into the death of model and actor Twisha Sharma has come under fresh scrutiny after an AIIMS Bhopal post-mortem report revealed that the alleged nylon belt used in her hanging was not shown to doctors during the autopsy. The report stated that doctors found two parallel ligature marks on her neck but could not scientifically match them with the alleged material. It also noted multiple simple injuries on other parts of her body. Twisha’s family has demanded a second autopsy at AIIMS Delhi and a CBI probe, alleging lapses in evidence handling and questioning the fairness of the investigation. (PC: The Indian Express)

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday allowed authorities to kill rabid and aggressive stray dogs under legally permitted procedures, citing growing concerns over public safety. A bench led by Justice Vikram Nath said rising dog bite incidents, especially involving children and elderly people, could not be ignored. The court refused to modify its earlier order directing authorities to remove stray dogs from public spaces such as hospitals, parks and railway stations. The top court also criticised state governments for poor implementation of earlier directions and said authorities must act according to Animal Birth Control rules and other legal protocols. (PC: India Today)

Passengers onboard an IndiGo flight from Vadodara to Delhi faced a stressful delay after a technical snag caused a 30-minute power outage inside the aircraft before take-off. Flight 6E 657, carrying around 160 passengers, lost electricity and air conditioning after the ground power unit malfunctioned on Sunday night. Passengers remained seated in complete darkness as engineers worked to restore power. The flight, scheduled to depart at 8.40 pm, finally took off around 10 pm. IndiGo later said the issue was resolved quickly and apologised for the inconvenience, adding that passenger safety and comfort remained its top priority.

Days after taking power in West Bengal, the BJP government led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched large-scale anti-encroachment and demolition drives across Kolkata and nearby areas. Bulldozers removed illegal stalls, hawkers and unauthorised structures around Howrah and Sealdah railway stations, affecting hundreds of vendors. Authorities also demolished parts of an allegedly illegal multi-storey building in Howrah built beyond approved limits. BJP minister Dilip Ghosh said the action was only the beginning and warned similar drives would continue across Bengal. Several affected traders claimed they received little notice and demanded rehabilitation from the government. (PC: India Today)

Fresh claims have emerged in the death case of former model and actor Twisha Sharma, who was found hanging at her husband’s Bhopal home on May 12. Addressing a press conference, Twisha’s mother-in-law Giribala Singh alleged that her parents “pushed her into the glamour world” and later “disowned” her. She also claimed Twisha was undergoing psychiatric treatment and battling substance abuse issues.   Twisha’s father, however, accused her husband and in-laws of dowry-related harassment and emotional abuse after marriage. Police are investigating the case, with Twisha’s husband Samarth and mother-in-law facing allegations of murder and dowry harassment. (PC: NDTV)

The Supreme Court on Tuesday reaffirmed its November 2025 order directing authorities to remove stray dogs from public institutions, transport hubs and other crowded public spaces. The court said stray dogs should be relocated to shelters and, if necessary, euthanised in cases involving rabid, incurably ill or dangerously aggressive animals.   A bench led by Justice Vikram Nath said the government cannot remain a “passive spectator” as dog bite incidents rise across the country. The court highlighted attacks on children, senior citizens and tourists, stressing that public safety is the state’s responsibility. It also ordered stronger vaccination drives, better shelters and improved veterinary infrastructure. (PC: India Today)

The Ministry of Home Affairs has tightened citizenship application rules under the Citizenship Amendment Act framework by requiring applicants from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh to provide complete passport details and formally surrender those documents after receiving Indian citizenship approval. Under the amended Citizenship Rules, 2009, applicants must now declare whether they possess valid or expired passports from their native countries and submit issuance-related information where applicable. The new rules also mandate an undertaking to surrender such passports within 15 days of citizenship approval. The move signals stricter documentation scrutiny as the Centre strengthens procedural compliance under India’s citizenship framework. (PC: X)