Barabānki News Digest
No Barabānki or Odisha-specific headlines were included in today's feed, so this edition covers national news only. The main national stories are Delhi-area air pollution, a Cabinet-approved Rabi fertiliser subsidy, and a simplification of India's visa rules.
India News
Cabinet Clears Rabi Fertiliser Subsidy
The Union Cabinet approved a subsidy for Rabi-season fertiliser, which the Prime Minister described as putting farmers first. The headline does not include subsidy amounts.
India Simplifies Visa Rules
The government has simplified visa rules for tourism, business and medical treatment, reducing the number of visa categories to nine. Application forms are reported to be 70% shorter.
Diwali Pollution Data Gap Noted
A report states that complete data could have raised the average Diwali pollution level by 49%. The headline does not specify the locations or measurement period covered.
No Rain Expected to Ease Delhi Pollution
The weather chief has indicated that rain is unlikely, dashing hopes of relief for pollution-hit Delhi. No measurements are provided in the headline.
Qualcomm Cuts Jobs in India
Qualcomm is reported to be laying off 1,500 employees in India as part of a company restructuring.
India Rises as Arms Exporter to Europe
The Defence Secretary said India has emerged as the third-largest arms exporter to Europe. The headline does not include export values.
Swachh Survekshan 2025-26 Awards Announced
Visakhapatnam (Vizag) was named the cleanest city, and Puri was named the top coastal town, in the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025-26. Rankings for other cities are not included in the headline.
Navi Mumbai Named India's Cleanest City
Navi Mumbai has been named India's cleanest city, ending Indore's run at the top of the rankings. The headline does not include the scoring details.
Tamil Nadu Library Book 'AI Scam' Under Investigation
Indian authorities are investigating an alleged 'AI scam' involving public library books in Tamil Nadu. No further details are available in the headline.
Terrorists Fire on CRPF Party in Kulgam
Terrorists opened fire on a CRPF party in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, injuring three personnel. The headline does not provide further details.
Air India Hijack Alert Before Kolkata Take-Off
An Air India flight at Kolkata Airport reportedly issued a hijack alert just before take-off. The headline does not state the outcome.
Sonia Gandhi's Memoir Omits Telangana
A BRS leader has questioned why Telangana is missing from Sonia Gandhi's memoir. The headline does not include the party's full response.
Tigress Miscarries Three Foetuses After Capture
A young tigress that was captured, injured, released and recaptured has miscarried three foetuses, according to the report. The headline does not describe the location.
Notable quotes
Farmers Always Top Priority — Prime Minister (India)