Wet and windy weather is set to hit many parts of the UK this weekend, the Met Office said. A total of 22 flood warnings are in place in England, eight in Scotland, and six in Wales. Heavy rain is expected in South Wales, southwest England, and Cumbria, raising the risk of flooding and travel delays. Some areas, including Northern Ireland, northeast England, and southeast Scotland, may stay dry with mild temperatures. More rain will move across the country from Sunday. The Met Office also warned of a deep low-pressure system early next week that may bring strong winds and further disruption. (PC: PA)

IndiGo continued to face major flight disruptions on Saturday, with over 500 cancellations across India. Bengaluru was the worst hit with 124 cancellations. Passengers struggled at airports as delays and lost baggage added to the chaos. Airfares also rose sharply on several routes. The Centre ordered IndiGo to clear all pending refunds by Sunday and follow fare caps. Railways stepped in and announced 84 special trains to help stranded passengers. Southern and Central Railways also launched extra services on high-demand routes. IndiGo said it has restored 95% of its network and operated over 1,500 flights today.

Former Pentagon official Michael Rubin said US–India ties have weakened because of President Donald Trump’s “gross incompetence”. He claimed Trump was influenced by Pakistan’s “flattery” or even “bribery”. Rubin said Americans are shocked to see India moving closer to Russia as a result. He also called the US “hypocritical” for criticising India’s purchase of Russian oil while America also trades with Moscow. Rubin said India needs energy to grow and must protect its own interests. He added that instead of lecturing India, the US should offer cheaper fuel. Rubin made these remarks as President Putin ended his visit to India. (PC: AFP)

Russia carried out a major overnight attack on Ukraine, launching 653 drones and 51 missiles. Most were shot down, but a strike destroyed a railway station in Fastiv near Kyiv. President Volodymyr Zelensky said the attack was “meaningless” from a military view. Russia also hit energy sites in eight regions, causing blackouts. The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant briefly lost all external power again. In Florida, US and Ukrainian officials said talks on a security deal were “constructive”. They agreed on a basic framework but said peace depends on Russia taking real steps to stop the war. Talks will continue for a third day. (PC: Reuters)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2025 and set a 10-year target to remove India’s “colonial mindset”. He said India must overcome the “mentality of slavery” before 2035, marking 200 years of Macaulay’s education policy. Modi said India is growing with “high growth and low inflation” and has become a “pillar of trust” for the world. He praised reforms like zero tax on incomes up to ₹12 lakh and said earlier systems did not trust citizens. Modi also highlighted women’s progress, rising technology in small towns, and India’s new confidence and aspirations. (PC: HT)

Netflix has announced a massive $82.7 billion deal to buy Warner Bros Discovery, marking one of the biggest mergers in entertainment. The deal brings HBO, HBO Max, Warner Bros studios, and DC Entertainment under Netflix. This means popular titles like Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, and the Dark Knight series will come to the platform once the deal is approved. Netflix leaders called the merger a “landmark moment” that will boost content and improve the viewer experience. The deal is expected to close in 2026 after regulatory approval. For viewers, it promises a much larger library and faster access to new films. (PC: AFP)

The Centre is considering the removal of IndiGo CEO Peter Elbers after three days of major flight disruptions, government sources said. Officials told CNN-News18 that a heavy penalty may also be imposed on the airline. IndiGo may face cuts in its flight operations, with the government saying the carrier should only run flights that have full crew. The airline has been accused of stretching its schedule and causing massive delays and cancellations. IndiGo officials have been called to the Civil Aviation Ministry again. The ministry will also brief top officials at the PMO as the crisis continues nationwide. (PC: PTI)

Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta said the city’s pollution is a “legacy problem” and warned there is “no magic wand” to fix it quickly. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2025, she said, “We cannot do something like a lockdown in a city like Delhi.” Gupta added that her government is “doing everything” and taking steps each day to fight smog. She said past governments failed to act and claimed, “In 10 months, we have worked at high speed.” She listed measures like giving heaters to prevent open burning and using sprinklers. She said Yamuna cleaning is “ongoing.” (PC: HT)

The Centre has imposed strict fare caps on all domestic flights after ticket prices soared during the IndiGo crisis. Economy fares are now limited to Rs 7,500 for routes up to 500 km and up to Rs 18,000 for distances above 1,500 km. These limits apply across all booking platforms. The government said the order aims to prevent “opportunistic pricing” as IndiGo cancelled over 1,000 flights in recent days due to crew shortages and new duty rules. Many routes saw fares jump up to four times the normal rate. Airlines have been told to add capacity and keep all fare buckets open. (PC: India Today)

At least 11 people were killed in a mass shooting at an illegal hostel bar in Saulsville township, west of Pretoria, early Saturday morning. Police said three armed men entered the crowded venue around 04:30 and opened fire on people who were drinking. A three-year-old child, a 12-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl were among the victims. Fourteen others were injured. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the motive remains unknown and no arrests have been made. She warned that many recent attacks happen at unlicensed liquor spots. South Africa continues to face very high murder and violent crime rates. (PC: BBC)