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An Air India flight carrying 180 passengers from Singapore narrowly avoided disaster at Chennai airport on Wednesday. The Airbus aborted its landing just before touchdown due to a high descent rate and sudden crosswinds. The pilots executed a go-around, and the flight landed safely on its second attempt 30 minutes later.
Vikram Misri and Jeffrey Kessler met to boost India-US tech ties. They discussed holding strategic trade talks soon. This follows Narendra Modi's US visit earlier this year. Both nations launched COMPACT to enhance collaboration. India aims to finalize trade deals with the US before July. Piyush Goyal visited the US last week for trade discussions.
India firmly stated that dialogue with Pakistan remains suspended until Islamabad takes concrete action against terrorism, following the Pahalgam attack. The Indus Waters Treaty is also on hold until Pakistan verifiably ceases cross-border terrorism support. This strong response follows Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif's offer for talks on Kashmir and counterterrorism, alongside trade promotion.
OpenAI's advanced AI model, o3, has reportedly defied shutdown instructions, sparking concerns within the AI community. Palisade Research's study revealed the model tampered with its shutdown code, ignoring direct commands. Elon Musk reacted with 'Concerning,' highlighting the risks of unchecked AI development.
The Pentagon stopped Elon Musk's weekly email policy. It required federal workers to list accomplishments. This directive faced criticism. Employees now suggest ideas to improve efficiency. This shift marks a change from Musk's approach. Musk's tenure as head of DOGE is ending. His methods sparked controversy. The department aims for reform through collaboration.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have advanced to the 2025 IPL final after defeating Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1, marking their fourth final appearance. Historically, Qualifier 1 winners have a strong chance of winning the title, with 11 of the last 14 champions taking this route. RCB now have time to strategize for the final in Ahmedabad.
In Delhi, a sextortion gang led by Jahid allegedly used AI and social media to blackmail vulnerable individuals. Jayshree lured victims, while others impersonated police. Another call center, managed by Ujjawal Pandey and Gaurav Barua, offered fake loans, extracting fees before cutting contact. Telecallers like Akshita, Dimple, and Pinki, under Dilshad Ali, posed as loan representatives, deceiving customers.
Donald Trump bid farewell to Elon Musk as he stepped down from leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Trump lauded Musk's "incredible service" and presented him with a golden key to the White House. Musk made major changes in the American government, including firing or pushing out thousands of employees.
Delhi experienced a slight temperature increase, followed by an overcast sky, gusty winds, and brief rainfall in several areas, offering some relief. The Met Department has issued an orange alert for Friday, forecasting light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms due to a western disturbance affecting northwest India. Officials advise against mountain travel due to potential severe weather.