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IndiGo is experiencing significant delays and cancellations across its network today, with disruption concentrated at Delhi and impacts at other major airports. The airline cites technology issues, congestion, and operational requirements, with schedule reliability lower than usual and rolling changes expected. Expect rebookings, longer queues, and missed connections on domestic and some international legs.   Advice: - Reconfirm your flight in the app frequently, and accept rebooking options early to secure seats. - Avoid tight connections, travel with carry-on only, and build extra time for security and boarding. - If flying from Delhi, arrive earlier than usual and be prepared for long lines and gate changes. - Consider alternative carriers or routings if your itinerary is time critical, and monitor airport and airline alerts closely.  

Dengue remains active across Nepal, with infections present in almost all districts. Aedes mosquitoes are still active with current temperatures, and clinics continue to register new cases. Expect routine public-health messaging and occasional vector-control measures in urban areas.   Advice: - Use daytime protection, apply repellent, wear long sleeves, and choose lodging with screens or air-conditioning. - Remove standing water around accommodation and keep containers covered. - Be alert to symptoms, including fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, severe muscle pain, and rash, and seek medical care promptly if they appear. - Use paracetamol for fever as locally advised, and avoid non-prescribed anti-inflammatories.  

More than 1,900 flights between China and Japan have been cancelled for December, representing over 40% of the planned schedule. A recent travel warning and airline refund options have triggered widespread trip cancellations, with knock-on changes to event schedules and reduced capacity on remaining services. Expect limited seats, shifting timetables, and higher odds of last-minute changes on China–Japan routes.   Advice: - Reconfirm bookings daily and monitor airline apps for rebooking prompts. - If your itinerary relies on a China–Japan leg, plan alternates or reroute via other regional hubs. - Travel with carry-on only to move quickly if you are rebooked to another flight. - Build long layovers to absorb schedule changes and avoid tight self-connections.  

A fire has broken out in Khayam, affecting multiple residential houses as firefighting continues. Expect cordons, diverted traffic, and short-notice street closures around the old city corridors. Smoke and response activity may slow movement toward Dal Gate and adjacent markets. Access to some lanes and guesthouses can be temporarily blocked while crews work.   Advice: - Avoid the Khayam area and nearby lanes, and use alternative routes toward Dal Lake and Boulevard Road. - Confirm hotel access and check-in times if staying in central Srinagar, and have a backup property identified. - Allow extra time for airport or intercity transfers that pass through downtown, and carry photo ID for any checkpoint detours.  

On November 24, 2025, Elysée Nguémalé, the coordinator of the OGDC, was assaulted near Marabena in Bangui. This incident raises concerns about safety for local and international personnel in the area. With ongoing political tensions and an upcoming presidential election on December 28, travelers should be cautious.

The New Year countdown event in Shibuya, Tokyo, has been canceled due to heightened security concerns. Local officials have announced increased security measures in the area, reflecting a proactive approach to potential threats. This decision may impact travelers planning to celebrate in Shibuya, a popular destination for New Year festivities.

Travelers are advised to avoid the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo during late December due to anticipated protests and increased police presence. The situation may disrupt normal activities and pose safety risks. It is advisable to stay informed about local developments and avoid crowded areas.

African swine fever has been confirmed in wild boar near Bellaterra, with nine cases recorded. A 6 km exclusion zone is active around the detection area, with sections of Collserola closed and access controlled. EU veterinary teams are assessing the situation, and food-product rules are tighter because the virus can persist in processed meat. The disease does not affect humans, but park access and some rural movements are being managed to limit the spread.   Advice: - Stay out of closed areas in Collserola and any marked exclusion zones, and follow posted detours at park entrances. - Do not carry pork or cold meats on trails, and do not leave food waste in the countryside. - Check trail and park access before visiting the hills above Barcelona, and switch to urban parks if closures persist. - Expect occasional patrols and brief checks on roads near park entry points, and allow extra time when driving.  

Vietnam is among the hardest hit in the region, with weeks of heavy rain and some locations surpassing 1,000 mm of rain, causing recurring urban waterlogging, road closures, and slower rail and air operations. Rains are persisting as bands continue over the area, so expect intermittent power and patchy connectivity, plus short-notice changes to intercity transport.   Advice: - Defer non-essential trips in flooded districts, and rebook intercity plans if your route crosses low-lying corridors. - Avoid underpasses and coastal roads during downpours, and favor main arterials and elevated routes. - Reconfirm flights, rail, and buses on the day, and allow extra time for check-in and security.