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Indian airlines IndiGo, Air India, and Air India Express successfully reverted flight-control software on 323 Airbus A320 jets to a safer 2022 version. This rapid rollback averted widespread groundings after Airbus identified a potential loss of control issue during intense solar storms. Carriers experienced minimal disruption, with only minor cancellations and delays. Source link

The government plans to introduce a new cess on tobacco and pan masala products. This move aims to prevent price drops after the GST compensation cess is phased out, ensuring these ‘sin goods’ remain costly. The proposed health and security cess will be implemented once notified, potentially before the compensation cess expires in March 2026. […]

Philadelphia 76ers’ star Joel Embiid is questionable for tonight’s game against the Atlanta Hawks due to ongoing right knee management. Having missed nine games, his availability hinges on pain management and on-court participation. The Sixers, already battling other injuries, face a crucial test of depth as they aim for a win. Source link

‘Gunmen opened fire after blast’: FC HQ in Pakistan targeted again; three killed Source link

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson has renamed his boat ‘SS Stallion’ in a public tribute to his girlfriend, rapper Megan Thee Stallion. This affectionate gesture, shared on Instagram, highlights their comfortable and confident romance. Fans are embracing the public display of commitment, seeing it as a natural progression for the couple who have been […]

Seth Curry is rejoining the Golden State Warriors for the remainder of the 2025-26 NBA season, fulfilling the dream of playing alongside his brother Stephen. Initially waived due to financial restrictions, Seth was recently signed to a one-year deal, marking his first time sharing an NBA court with Stephen after 12 seasons and nine previous […]

Elon Musk revealed his partner, Shivon Zilis, is of Indian descent, with one of their sons’ middle names being Sekhar in tribute to physicist Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar. Zilis, who grew up in Canada after being adopted, is a key figure at Neuralink. Musk also commented on the changing landscape for Indian talent in America due to […]

Parliament’s Winter Session kicks off with a robust economic agenda, featuring nine key bills. Reforms include a 100% FDI cap for insurance, new taxation for tobacco and pan masala, and a consolidated Securities Markets Code. The session also aims to decriminalize minor offenses and update corporate laws, promising significant legislative action. Source link

Sri Lanka is facing a severe crisis as Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating floods and landslides, resulting in at least 334 deaths and nearly 400 people missing. Over a million individuals are affected, with low-lying areas in Colombo still inundated. India has dispatched an additional 10 tons of disaster response aid, including a medical team, […]

An Afghan national, formerly with US military and CIA-backed units, was arrested for a daylight shooting in Washington D.C. The incident led the Trump administration to pause asylum decisions and suspend visas for Afghan nationals. The suspect allegedly served in a “Zero Unit” known for high-risk missions. Source link