IndiGo has refunded Rs 827 crore for cancelled tickets as it faces its worst operational crisis. Between November 21 and December 7, over 9.5 lakh tickets were cancelled, with nearly six lakh cancelled in the first week of December alone. Of 9,000 delayed bags, 4,500 have been returned, with the rest expected in 36 hours. The airline’s Crisis Management Group is working to restore operations and ensure timely information for passengers. Flight disruptions were caused by mismanagement of new safety norms. Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu warned of strict action, saying the government will “set an example” for all airlines. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump has raised concerns about Netflix’s planned $72bn deal to buy Warner Bros and HBO. Speaking at the Kennedy Center, Trump said Netflix already has a “very big market share” and combining the companies “could be a problem.” He said he would personally oversee the approval process. The deal would bring major franchises like Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and Lord of the Rings to Netflix. Industry experts note competition issues could arise, but some expect the deal to go through with concessions. The Writers Guild warned it could reduce jobs and content diversity. (PC: BBC)

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in London Monday alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Cabinet minister Pat McFadden emphasized Ukraine's security and self-determination as central discussion points. US special envoy Keith Kellogg claimed a peace deal is "really close," contingent on Russia's cooperation regarding Ukraine's post-war army size and Donbas control. European leaders seek greater involvement after pushing back against initial US-led plans favoring Russia. Putin rejected revisions, threatening to take Donbas by force if Ukraine doesn't cede the 85%-Russian-controlled region. Russia launched massive weekend bombardments of 653 drones and 51 missiles as diplomatic efforts intensify.(PC: Reuters & Al Jazeera)

A pepper spray incident at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 3 left 21 people needing medical help, including a three-year-old girl. Police say a group of four men robbed a woman in a car park lift and sprayed a substance believed to be pepper spray. One man, 31, was arrested within minutes, and officers are searching for the others. London Ambulance Service declared a “significant incident” and treated people for coughing and throat irritation. Five victims were taken to hospital, but none have life-threatening injuries. The attack caused long delays, traffic jams, and disruption to transport services, though Terminal 3 remained open. (PC: Sky News)

The UN’s nuclear watchdog says the protective shield over Chernobyl’s Reactor 4 can no longer do its main safety job. Inspectors found the structure lost its “primary safety functions” after a drone strike in February. Ukraine blames Russia, but Moscow denies the attack. The IAEA says repairs are urgently needed to stop further damage. Experts say the risk to the public is low because radioactive dust remains inside the older concrete sarcophagus. The shield was built to last 100 years after the 1986 disaster. The IAEA is also checking other key power sites as Russia continues new airstrikes. (PC: BBC)

Russia has praised Donald Trump’s new US National Security Strategy. Moscow says the plan matches many of its own goals. The 33-page report uses softer language on Russia and does not list it as a main threat. It warns that Europe faces “civilisational erasure” and says the EU is blocking peace efforts in the Ukraine war. EU leaders say the document raises “questions” and fear it may weaken support against Russia. Some US lawmakers also criticise the strategy. They warn it could harm long-standing alliances. Russia says it will study the plan further before making final comments. (PC: BBC)

Police are investigating a major incident at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 3 after several people were sprayed with what is believed to be pepper spray. The attack happened in a multi-storey car park around 8:11am. Armed officers reached the scene and arrested one man on suspicion of assault. Police say more suspects are being traced. London Ambulance Service treated 21 people, with five taken to hospital. Their injuries are not life-threatening. Officials believe the attack began after an argument between people who knew each other. The incident is not being treated as terrorism. Terminal 3 remains open, but travel delays continue. (PC: Sky News)

Britain is facing a major flu crisis as a fast-spreading, extra-mutated strain of influenza A(H3N2), called “subclade K” or “superflu,” sweeps the country. NHS leaders say the flu season has begun unusually early, with ten times more hospital patients than this time last year. Most cases are among schoolchildren aged five to 14. Experts warn the virus is more infectious and causes more severe illness. Some hospitals have already brought back mask rules. Health officials say masks can help reduce virus spread and protect people who feel unwell. NHS chiefs fear this winter could be the worst on record. (PC: Daily Mail)

On Sunday, a group of soldiers in Benin appeared on state television and said they had removed President Patrice Talon from office. The troops, calling themselves the Military Committee for Refoundation, declared the constitution suspended and dissolved all state institutions. They named Pascal Tigri as head of the new military council. Gunfire was reported near Talon’s residence in the capital. But government sources and loyal army units say most forces remain loyal to Talon and are working to restore order. The president’s location is unclear. The country has been thrown into political uncertainty as the coup unfolds. (PC: BBC)

Iran has arrested two organisers of a marathon on Kish Island after some women ran without wearing the hijab. Photos shared online showed several women competing without head coverings. About 2,000 women and 3,000 men took part in separate races. Supporters of change praised the images, saying they showed women rejecting strict dress rules. But Iranian officials called it a violation of public decency. The judiciary quickly acted, saying the event itself broke rules. The hijab issue remains central in Iran, especially after the 2022 protests following Mahsa Amini’s death. Authorities have recently increased action against women not wearing the hijab. (PC: BBC)