The Competition Commission of India has launched an investigation into InterGlobe Aviation-led IndiGo, following a spate of flight cancellations and delays across India. The disruptions in IndiGo’s operations started due to shortage of qualified crew for flight operations.(ANI) New Delhi: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Thursday announced that it will investigate complaints received regarding IndiGo’s flight disruptions. The antitrust watchdog did not specify the nature of the competition law violation, but complaints were about an alleged violation of Section 4 of the Competition Act, which deals with the abuse of dominance. “CCI has taken cognizance of information submitted against IndiGo in the context of the recent flight disruptions observed in the aviation sector, on various routes. Based on the initial assessment, the Commission has decided to proceed further in the matter in accordance with the provisions of the Competition Act, 2002,” the regulator said in a statement. ‘Operations fully normalised’ InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, the company that operates IndiGo, informed stock exchanges on Thursday that its operations have fully normalised. “With fully stabilized operations across the network from December 9, 2025 with 1,800 plus flights, IndiGo has gradually and cautiously added capacity and will operate more than 2,200 flights today, in line with the revised schedule,” the company said. “We have flown to all our 138 operational destinations and are maintaining normal on-time performance, as per IndiGo standards. We continue to maintain full integrity of the revised schedule and remain committed to consistently deliver reliable service to over 3.5 lakh customers on a daily basis,” the IndiGo spokesperson said. Inquiries emailed to InterGlobe Aviation seeking comment on Thursday went unanswered. The disruptions in IndiGo’s operations began due to a shortage of qualified crew for flight operations following the government’s introduction of new norms aimed at giving pilots more rest and reducing fatigue. Many flights faced delays or cancellations as the company struggled to find enough staff to operate the flights. The flight cancellations led to widespread criticism of the company on social media, as well as in Parliament, prompting CCI’s decision to investigate the matter. Experts have warned against using the antitrust statute to investigate the business disruption of a company. “Competition law is not a catch-all for every service failure. The use of abuse of dominance provisions to police operational lapses blurs the line between sectoral regulation and antitrust enforcement. The CCI must be careful not to turn competition law into a blanket regulation of service quality, as this would shift its focus from protecting competition to addressing consumer dissatisfaction, ultimately stifling innovation and competitive partners at Sharla legislation will harm,” Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.

Jakarta – Polda Metro Jaya has revealed that it has tested the authenticity of the diploma of the 7th President of the Republic of Indonesia Joko Widodo (Jokowi). Testing is carried out in a laboratory and scientifically so that it can be scientifically accountable. “In terms of submitting evidentiary documents and evidence, investigators prioritize proportionality that can be academically and scientifically accounted for,” Director of Crime and Criminal Investigation at Polda Metro Jaya, Komnes Iman Imanuddin, told journalists during a press conference at the Metro Jaya Police Headquarters, Thursday (18/12/2025). Iman said there were three main indicators that were upheld in the laboratory test of Jokowi’s diploma. That is, the equipment used has been certified, accredited and calibrated by certification bodies, accreditation bodies and legal calibration bodies. Scroll TO CONTENT “Then the officers who perform laboratory tests have competence and certification in accordance with the scientific field and related laboratory equipment,” said Iman. “The test methods carried out met SOP standards which are consistent with science-based scientific and scientific methodology,” he added. Iman said that Jokowi’s diploma was also tested by comparing it with comparable documents published in the same year and the institutions that issued the same. “Investigators also took expert information about the expertise and competence possessed by the experts, which is confirmed by certification of the expertise and academic competence of the experts themselves,” he added. Jokowi’s diploma shown during case hearing. Previously, investigators from the Ditreskrimum Polda Metro Jaya conducted a special case regarding the alleged fake diploma of the 7th President of the Republic of Indonesia Joko Widodo (Joko Widodo). On that occasion, investigators produced Jokowi’s original diploma issued by the Faculty of Forestry, Gadjah Mada University (UGM) to Roy Suryo et al. “We state that investigators in this special case forum, with the consent and consent of the parties in the forum, issued a diploma in the name of Joko Widodo issued by the Faculty of Forestry UGM as seized by investigators from the reporter, Mr. Engineer Haji Joko Widodo,” said the director of crime and criminal investigation at Polman I Metro Jayaman, journalist at Polman I Metro Jayaman, Polman I. Jaya, Jakarta, Thursday (18/12). This special case was held at the request of Roy Suryo cs, who was named as a suspect in the case. This special case was held on Monday (15/12) at Polda Metro Jaya, which was also attended by Jokowi’s team of lawyers. Polda Metro Jaya is known to have named eight suspects in the case reported by Jokowi. The eight suspects were divided into two groups. The first group consisted of five suspects, namely Eggi Sudjana, Kurnia Tri Rohyani, Damai Hari Lubis, Rustam Effendi and Muhammad Rizal Fadillah. Then the second group consisted of three suspects, namely Roy Suryo, Rismon Hasiholan Sianipar, and Tifauzia Tyassuma alias Dr Tifa. Polda Metro Jaya also investigated 130 witnesses and seized 17 types of evidence. Apart from that, Polda Metro Jaya also seized 709 pieces of evidence. (wnv/wnv)

Jakarta – DKI Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung handed over a grant of building assets belonging to the Jakarta Provincial Government to the Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation (YLBHI). Pramono hopes that YLBHI will remain a democracy guardian institution that helps and gives voice to the people. The handover was carried out on Thursday (18/12/2025) at the YLBHI building on Jalan Diponegoro, Central Jakarta. The building was donated to YLBHI by the Jakarta Provincial Government. “Today’s event could be the handover of the YLBHI building from the DKI Jakarta government to YLBHI,” Pramono said in his speech. Scroll to continue content “Hopefully what is done today and I personally as the governor of DKI Jakarta still hope to continue to be the locomotive of our democracy, especially to express the voice of the public, the voice of the people, the voice of the community on various things that exist. Because no matter what is called development, there is not everything that is left behind from development,” there is not everything that is left behind from development. Pramono said the YLBHI building has a long history since the era of DKI Jakarta Governor Ali Sadikin. Pramono said now the management of the building has been completely handed over to YLBHI. “I was present at the handover ceremony of the YLBHI building from the DKI Jakarta government to the LBHI foundation. This building certainly has a long history of Bang Ali Sadikin and all the existing governors,” he said. “And now officially when this building has been donated, matters relating to the land and building are now fully managed by YLBHI,” he continued. The former cabinet secretary admitted that he had a strong emotional relationship with YLBHI during his youth. Pramono admitted that when he was a student, he often slept in that building. “And of course, in the development of YLBHI, which is already underway, hopefully there will be a way out to help with the existing development. But again, I personally have an emotional connection with YLBHI, because when I was chairman of the ITB Student Council at that time and an activist, I honestly slept in this place often. So for me, it’s like coming home to myself,” he said. Meanwhile, YLBHI trustee Todung Mulya Lubis said that the YLBHI land was initially handed over in 1970 by the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government. Todung said that there are three community organizations or NGOs that have received land grants. “I remember in 1970 Mas Pram, we got this land from the governor of DKI Bang Ali Sadiki. There were 3 NGOs that received letters, I read the letters, they were to LBH, PKBI, LP3S,” said Todung. (deck/rfs)

Medan – The judge of the Medan District Court issued a verdict against siblings named Najma Hamida (21) and Reynaldi (25) who abandoned a baby due to a blood feud or consanguineous relationship via an online motorcycle taxi (ojol) service. Both were found guilty and sentenced to 5 years in prison. “Sentenced the accused Najma Hamida and Reynaldi to 5 years in prison,” said Judge Pintauli Tarigan in the Cakra 7 room of the Medan District Court, as reported by detikSumut, Thursday (18/12/2025). According to the judge, Najma and Relandy’s actions met the elements of a breach of Article 359 of the Penal Code in conjunction with Article 55 paragraph (1) 1 of the Penal Code, namely negligence which caused the death. Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENT This case shocked the public, after an ojol named Yusuf found the body of a baby in a black bag. The baby was delivered at Jamik Mosque, Jalan Ampera III, East Medan. Yusuf was initially asked by the orderer to leave the package at the mosque marbot, but when he arrived there was no one at the place. After waiting for a long time, Yusuf and the residents decided to open the bag and found that it contained the body of a baby. The Medan police then conducted an investigation and arrested Najma at a boarding house on Jalan Selebes, Medan Belawan. Not long after, Reynaldi was arrested on May 9, 2025 in Pasar VII area, Medan Marelan. Read the full news here. (wnv/rfs)

Jakarta – The Corruption Eradication Committee (KPK) conducted a sting operation (OTT) in the Banten area. A number of people were arrested, one of whom was a prosecutor. The OTT was carried out by the KPK on Wednesday afternoon (17/12/2025). Initially, five people were arrested by the KPK, but based on development results, additional people were arrested. KPK spokesperson, Budi Prasetyo, explained that the arrested parties are still being interrogated intensively. The Corruption Eradication Commission has 1 x 24 hours to announce the status of the parties arrested. Scroll TO GO WITH CONTENT “Currently, intensive investigations are still being conducted into the parties,” Budi Prasetyo told reporters on Thursday (18/12). 9 people arrested A total of 9 people were arrested yesterday during the OTT in Banten by the KPK. One of them was arrested by a prosecutor. “The one is a law enforcement officer,” KPK spokesman Budi Prasetyo said. The other eight people arrested consisted of two legal advisers and six private parties. The nine people were arrested in the Banten and Jakarta areas. “The team arrested nine people in the Banten and Jakarta areas,” he said. Details of this OTT case cannot yet be provided. “Regarding the details of the construction of the case, we cannot provide information at this time because the exposure (case title) is still being carried out,” he said. The Corruption Eradication Committee (KPK) seized in Banten and Jakarta and did not explain the chronology of the OTT of nine people, including prosecutors. They were arrested in Banten and Jakarta. “The team arrested nine people in the Banten and Jakarta areas,” Budi said. The KPK is still investigating the nine people who were arrested. The legal status of the arrested people will also be announced soon. “As for the details of the construction of the case, we cannot provide information at this time because it will still be uncovered, still studied and re-analyzed by the team,” he said. IDR 900 million in cash confiscated by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) The KPK confiscated evidence of IDR 900 million in cash after conducting an OTT in the Banten area. A total of nine people were arrested. “The team also obtained evidence, an amount of money in cash, about Rp. 900 million,” said Budi. The chronology up to the construction of the case will soon be announced by the KPK. “How the developments will be, what will be the legal status, including the chronology and construction of the case. We will convey this fully at the next opportunity,” he said. KPK coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General. The KPK coordinates with the Attorney General’s Office (Kejagung) regarding the OTT. “There was indeed coordination with the office of the attorney general, we will see the results later,” said Fitroh Rohcahyanto, vice-chairman of the Corruption Eradication Commission. Coordination was carried out because there were prosecutors caught in the OTT net. He asked to wait for the results of this OTT. “As said by the KPK spokesperson, there is indeed security, and there is a prosecutor,” he said. (idn/idn)

Jakarta – The Christmas Carol show will be held again on December 18-23 in DKI Jakarta. This event was held at a number of points, from Block M to Taman Rasuna. Based on detikcom monitoring at the location, Thursday (18/12/2025), residents seemed enthusiastic to watch the Christmas carol performance at Blok M MRT Station, South Jakarta. As time went on, more and more people came. Typical Christmas carols can be heard. A number of musical groups were seen taking turns singing songs with great joy. SCROLL TO CONTINUE CONTENT Various ornaments synonymous with Christmas decorated the stage area. Christmas trees and snowman mascots add to the atmosphere. Christmas Carol at Blok M MRT Station, South Jakarta (Rachma Indira/detikcom) Residents heading to Blok M MRT Station were seen pausing for a moment to enjoy the performance. Some of them even came all the way especially for this occasion. One of them is Derika, an elderly person who came directly from Bogor. He admitted that he was touched because he had the opportunity to attend this event for the first time. “Honestly, I want to cry. It feels like I’ve been in Jakarta for several years, from 1975 to now, it’s like it’s the first time I’ve seen a (Christmas Carol) from Bogor. I feel so moved. Extraordinary Lord Jesus, extraordinary,” said Derika. Derika also expressed his gratitude to the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government for holding this event. He hopes that this kind of Christmas celebration will become an annual event in Jakarta. “I am very grateful to the governor and deputy governor for providing a place here for the Jakarta Christmas Carol,” he said. In line with Derika, Zenka, a resident of West Jakarta, admitted that he was happy to be able to attend the Christmas carol. He also appreciated the music groups that performed optimally on this occasion. “Being in a band as well, so much appreciation (for the band),” he said. As is known, the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is again holding the Kerssang or Kerssang on December 18-23. The Christmas Carol will be held at a number of points as follows: 1. Block M MRT Station: 18 December 2025, 15.45-21.00 WIB2. Kendal Tunnel: 19 December 20253. Bundaran HI MRT Station: 22 December 20254. Taman Rasuna: 23 December 2025 (isa/isa)

Jakarta – The Ministry of Culture is holding the 2025 Indonesian Culture Awards (AKI) Phase III. The implementation of AKI Phase III carries the theme Cultural Mobilization Plan, symbolizing the flame of enthusiasm to continue promoting Indonesian culture. At Ciputra Artpreneur, Jakarta, the third phase of the 2025 Indonesian Culture Awards held last Wednesday (17/12) was the culmination of awards given to cultural activists divided into eight award categories. These awards include: Maestro of Traditional Arts; conservationist; Pioneer and/or Reformer; Child; Media; Indigenous Peoples; Literature; and Satya Budaya Narendra, a special award from the Minister of Culture. Scroll to continue content In the media category, awards were given to Nopri Ismi of Rumah Sri Ksetra media, K. Sudirman, SH of Jaya Baya media, and Rina Prabawati of JTV media. Rumah Sri Ksetra is a media from Palembang, South Sumatra that focuses on documenting the cultural diversity of southern Sumatra, especially those based on ecology and indigenous communities. “Media Jaya Baya is a magazine from Surabaya, East Java that uses Javanese, which emphasizes the role of culture as an important pillar in the formation of national identity and identity. Meanwhile, JTV media originating from Surabaya, East Java broadcasts programs and weaves together culture and traditions to keep it alive,” the Ministry of Culture added in a written statement, Thursday (Thursday). In the children’s category there were three award recipients, namely Aliya Sakina Murdoko, Adhyastha Swarna PM, and Janessa Shanne Putri. Aliya Sakina Murdoko comes from Malang, East Java, and does a visual interpretation according to the context of the Alpha generation (millennial children) on her version of the Panji story. Hailing from Surakarta, Central Java, Adhyastha Swarna PM is active in the fields of puppetry, Surakarta style, challenging classical dance, macapat songs and karawitan. Meanwhile, Janessa Shanne Putri, who hails from Depok, West Java, is an elementary school student who has talent in singing and poetry, including first place in the Asian Vocal Solo Competition. Apart from being a singer, he also excelled in the art of poetry by winning the city level championship. In the indigenous community category, the award was received by Baris Sitanggang, an activist from the Bius Sitolu Hae Horbo Salaon Indigenous Community in Samosir, North Sumatra; Sutomo from Probolinggo, East Java is an active activist to assist the Tengger community in religious rituals, both sacred and formal; Eko Warnoto, a great traditional shaman (Pandita) in the Tengger tribal community. There was also Bambang Sutrisno from Bojonegoro, East Java, who was the leader of the Samin movement that fought against Dutch colonialism; and Usif Raja Namah Benu of South Central Timor, East Nusa Tenggara as the guardian of the way of life of the Boti Traditional Community known for its simplicity and adherence to ancestral traditions. Meanwhile, the Literature category was given to three senior writers and poets whose works have enriched the treasures of Indonesian literature, both through regional languages ​​and Indonesian. This appreciation emphasizes the role of literature as a medium for the preservation of language, identity and human and cultural values ​​in the midst of changing times. Recipients in the Literature category include Godi Suwarna, known as a poet and dramatist in Sundanese. Through his works, Godi Suwarna succeeded in bringing the richness of Sundanese language and culture into the world of Indonesian literature. In the context of language, Godi Suwarna is also a symbol of the preservation of the Sundanese language in the midst of the current of modernization that often threatens the existence of regional languages; Sutardji Calzoum Bachri, Indonesian poet from Riau known for his contribution to strengthening the position of modern Indonesian poetry; and D. Zawawi Imron, who built his poetry through spiritual experience, culture and mother tongue, working consistently until now and becoming an important figure in Indonesian literature. In the Pioneer and/or Reformer category, seven recipients were recognized for their initiatives and breakthroughs in revitalizing, documenting and transforming cultural practices so that they remain relevant and have a broad impact. Fields valued include maritime culture, Indonesian script, traditional documentation, children’s fairy tales, traditional dance, fine art criticism and community-based arts and cultural development. This award was given to Muhammad Ridwan Alimuddin, Didin Ahmad Zaenudin, Mustafa Mansur, Moch. Awam, Yusri Saleh, Agus Dermawan Tantono and Tegal Art Village. The Preservation category is given to five figures who consistently maintain the sustainability of cultural heritage through direct practice, knowledge inheritance and revitalization. Areas valued include traditional batik and weaving, keris knowledge, traditional music, Dayak weaving, and keroncong music. The recipients were considered successful in maintaining the authenticity of cultural values, techniques and philosophies amidst the tide of modernization. The Conservation Category Award was awarded to Uswatun Hasanah, Ika Arista, Felix Edon, Yohana and Iswati Fersida. The Traditional Arts Maestro category was given to five senior figures who have dedicated their lives to traditional arts and culture in their respective regions. They are the main reference in traditional crafts, dance, Dayak customs, Didong Gayo art and Sundanese oral literature. The persistence and dedication of these maestros is an important foundation for the continuity of cultural knowledge across generations, for which this category was given to Tobani Rinyo Tiku, Siti Rahela, B. Blawing Belareq, M. Din and Sangkeh. The Satya Budaya Narendra category is given to cultural figures who have had a broad impact on their struggle, services and work in promoting Indonesian culture. This appreciation was given to Jaya Suprana, Pieter F. Gontha, I Nyoman Wenten, Sunaryo Soetono, Elvy Sukaesih, Ary Ginanjar and Anhar Gonggong. “Through the Indonesian Culture Award, the Ministry of Culture continues to facilitate and recognize cultural figures who have dedicated their lives to the promotion of culture. It is hoped that the Indonesian Culture Award can be a catalyst that strengthens the position of cultural actors in the regions, and makes it easier for them to receive public support,” said the Ministry of Wide Culture Support. (anl/ega)

By Deepak Depu Edited By: Nishant Bharti Updated: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:53 (IST) The Special POCSO Court of Garhwa (Jharkhand) has sentenced Amitabh Vishwakarma, accused of raping a minor girl, to 20 years rigorous imprisonment of 20 years imprisonment and 10 years imprisonment to the accused in the … Read more imprisonment in the rape case Samvad Sahayak, Garhwa. The court of Dinesh Kumar, District and Sessions Judge with Special Judge of the POCSO Court, District Conduct Court, Garhwa, on Thursday found Amitabh Vishwakarma, a resident of Ataula of Meral police station, guilty of raping a minor girl and sentenced him to 20 years rigorous imprisonment, 000 imprisonment and a fine of 100. Remove Advertisement Read News Only In this case Public Prosecutor Umesh Dixit appeared for the prosecution and advocate Pankaj Kumar appeared for the defence. FIR was filed in 2024. Let us tell you that an FIR has been filed on this incident on the written application of the victim on Meral police station case number 40/2024 dated February 18, 2024. According to the FIR, the victim was studying at her uncle’s house. On February 17, 2024, at 7:00 am, the victim was returning from her younger grandmother’s house after charging her mobile phone, during which Amitabh Vishwakarma of Ataula village suddenly held her hand from behind and covered her mouth. After this, the accused threatened that if she screamed, he would kill her. Fearing that, she became silent and the accused grabbed the victim, took her to the pigeon pea field and raped her. During the abuse and assault on the victim’s family members, the accused covered the victim’s mouth with a cloth, which prevented her from screaming. It was said that her aunt then started shouting the name of the victim. When the accused heard this, the victim left the victim. Then she ran to her aunt. The accused also came there from behind. When the victim’s aunt inquired about the incident, the accused and his relatives came there and abused and beat the victim’s relatives. Medical examination of the victim and statement recorded in court. Based on this information, the Meral police station registered an FIR, arrested the accused Amitabh Vishwakarma, completed the process and sent him to judicial custody. While the victim was medically examined and her statement was recorded in the court. The police filed the charge sheet against the accused Amitabh Vishwakarma in the court. While supplementary investigation continued against other accused in the FIR, Laxman Vishwakarma, Kamala Devi, Umesh Vishwakarma, Pratima Devi, Priyanka Devi. Later, after the investigation of this incident was completed and the truth was found, a charge sheet was also filed against those people. Thereafter, the court took cognizance of this case, framed charges and recorded the testimony of nine witnesses on different dates and on the basis of available documents and evidence, convicted Amitabh Vishwakarma on December 9, 2025 and acquitted Laxman Vishwakarma, Kamla Devi, Umesh Vishwakarma, Prayanti’s testimony. Today, after hearing on the point of punishment, Amitabh Vishwakarma was sentenced to one and a half years rigorous imprisonment under sections 504 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code and 20 years rigorous imprisonment under section (4)(2) of POCSO and a financial penalty of Rs 1 lakh.

Jagran Correspondent, Prayagraj. Due to sudden change in weather cold wave started. As a result, the cold increased more than expected. The sun was not visible throughout the day on Thursday. It became difficult for people to go out of their homes due to the freezing cold. The children who left for school in the morning were in bad shape due to the cold. School time is from 10:00 to 15:00. In view of the severe cold and cold wave, the district administration has changed the operating hours of schools. Studies in all schools from kindergarten to class 12th have been extended from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Pursuant to the instructions of the district magistrate, the officials issued the letter. This order will apply to schools of all boards. This order will be effective on schools of all boards including primary, upper primary, composite, government and non-government aided schools as well as UP Board, CBSE, ICSE. The cold has been steadily increasing for the last four days. The melting in the weather on Thursday increased more than expected. In view of this, the district magistrate issued instructions to change the timings of schools. According to the forecast of the Meteorological Department, the effect of cold may increase further in the coming days.

By Vikash Kumar Goswami Edited By: Mritunjay Pathak Updated: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:51 (IST) Bokaro News: A case of kidnapping of a minor girl has come to light from Bokaro. The father of two children took the minor to Tamil Nadu. The police are investigating the case… Read more Rape of Bokaro minor. Jagran Correspondent, Kasmar (Bokaro). A serious allegation of kidnapping a minor by luring and physically exploiting her under the pretext of marriage has come to light. The surprising thing is that the accused is already said to be the father of two children. The victim’s maternal uncle filed a written complaint at the Kasmar police station regarding this matter, based on which the police registered a case and investigated. Remove advertisement Just read the news What is the whole matter According to the complaint, the victim lived in her maternal uncle’s house in Basaria after the death of her mother. On November 8, 2025, she suddenly went missing from home. After much investigation, the family members came to know that Pramod Kumar Mahato (father: Prakash Mahato), resident of Lahartand, Manjura, lured her away. According to the minor, the accused took her from Bokaro to Tamil Nadu. There he held her hostage in a room and had constant physical relations with her under the pretense of marriage. Later, the victim found out that the accused was already married. When she pressed him for marriage, the accused assaulted her and threatened to kill her. The accused ran away, leaving the minor in the middle of the road. On December 17, 2025, the accused brought the victim back from Tamil Nadu and dropped her on the middle of the road near (Bahadurpur) and himself fled on the bike. The victim somehow reached her home crying and informed her family members about the entire incident. Taking the case seriously, Kasmar Police Station Commandant Kundan Kumar has registered the case and is continuously conducting raids to arrest the accused. The station in charge said that strict legal action will be taken against the accused. At the same time, the next of kin also appealed to the police administration to get strict punishment for the accused. Rape of minor under pretext of marriage, maternal uncle filed FIR – The father of two children made the minor girl a victim of lust by luring her.