In Patna, just a day before Prime Minister Modi's visit to Bihar, gunfire erupted in a high-security zone near the residences of top officials, including the Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav. Two assailants on a motorcycle opened fire, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about security.
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Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing all 242 onboard. The tragedy has brought renewed attention to whistleblower Sam Salehpour's 2024 warnings about structural flaws in the 787 Dreamliner. Salehpour alleged shortcuts in manufacturing could lead to catastrophic failure. Boeing has refuted these claims, stating the aircraft is safe.
Tensions soar between Israel and Iran following Israeli airstrikes and Iranian retaliation, raising fears of regional escalation. President Trump will decide on US military intervention within two weeks, hinging on nuclear negotiations. Israel's Defence Minister threatened Iran's Supreme Leader, while satellite images reveal US military aircraft repositioning.
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Chief Justice of India, B R Gavai, addressing Italian judges, highlighted the Supreme Court's role in promoting socio-economic justice over the past 75 years. He cited the SC's ban on "bulldozer justice," preventing arbitrary demolition of homes and upholding citizens' right to shelter.
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Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg expressed grief over the Air India Flight 171 tragedy in Ahmedabad. He conveyed support to Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran. Boeing will assist the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau. The crashed aircraft was Boeing-made. The company will follow ICAO protocol. India's AAIB will lead the investigation. Boeing will provide information related to the incident.
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