Dense fog in New Delhi severely impacted flight operations at Indira Gandhi International Airport for the third consecutive day, with zero visibility lasting over eight hours. Over 400 flights were delayed, 19 were diverted, and around 45 were canceled. Low visibility procedures were implemented to ensure safe landings.
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World-renowned tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away at 73 in San Francisco due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. A child prodigy, he rose to global acclaim, collaborating with both Indian and Western music legends. His innovative fusion music and captivating performances cemented his legacy as a cultural ambassador and earned him numerous awards, including four Grammys.
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India needs to design road transport systems to mitigate failures due to legacy issues and user behavior, says Union road transport and highways secretary V Umashankar. He highlights the high fatalities among two-wheeler occupants and pedestrians, advocating for detailed local investigations of crashes to address road, vehicle, and behavior factors.
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