‘Incorrect and speculative’: AAIB rejects Italian report blaming pilot for Air India 171 crash | India News

NEW DELHI: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Thursday clarified that the investigation into the June 2025 crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad is still ongoing, dismissing reports that the probe has concluded and pinned the blame for the incident on pilot.“The investigation is still in progress. No final conclusions have been…

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US universities disclose $5.2 billion in foreign funds for 2025 under federal transparency law

Foreign funding to US colleges crosses $67 billion since 1986 The U.S. Department of Education has released new data showing that American colleges and universities reported over $5.2 billion in foreign gifts and contracts in 2025. The disclosures cover more than 8,300 individual transactions and were filed under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act,…

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Dubai ruler’s surprise at Qudra Lakes leaves kids smiling and the internet emotional |

A leisurely family excursion to Qudra Lakes in Dubai took an extraordinary turn when they encountered Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Prime Minister’s heartfelt engagement, from blessing the youngsters to enjoying cold coffee together, transformed their day into an unforgettable experience. A weekend outing at Qudra Lakes in Dubai turned into a memory…

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‘Trump has PM Modi by the throat’: Rahul Gandhi reacts to motion against him by BJP’s Nishikant Dubey | India News

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday doubled down on his attack at the central government over the India-US trade deal, saying the pact with America “betrays our food security and farmers” and that PM Modi has opened the Indian agriculture market as US President…

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New CPI series aligned to consumption trends; CEA Nageswaran says monetary, fiscal policy decision calibration to improve

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran (ANI) Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday said the new Consumer Price Index (CPI) series will improve the quality of data used in formulating monetary and fiscal policies, as it better reflects current consumption patterns and economic conditions.The National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics…

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Michigan bans smartphones during class: What the new law means for students

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a statewide law restricting smartphone use during instructional time in public schools, formalising a policy shift that will take effect at the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year.The legislation requires public school districts across Michigan to limit smartphone use during classroom instruction, while allowing students to carry…

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Why Dr Mickey Mehta says parents must look beyond marks, medals, and milestones

In his insightful approach, Dr. Mickey Mehta encourages parents to pivot from a focus on achievements to a more nurturing direction centered around ‘purusharth’ – the journey of inner development and intentional living. He highlights that children are reflections of their parents, needing thoughtful guidance to cultivate awareness and harmony, rather than simply enforcing discipline….

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