A sightseeing helicopter tour over New York ended tragically when it crashed into the Hudson River, killing all six people on board. Among the deceased were Agustín Escobar, a high-profile Siemens executive, his wife, and their three young children. The helicopter went down near Pier 40 after a section of the rotor broke off mid-air.
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MNS criticized the Maharashtra govt for delays in constructing two flyovers on Kalyan Sheel Road, with prank banners featuring comedian Kunal Kamra. The project's slow pace since 2018 has caused major traffic jams. A political tussle ensued as local politicians from MNS and Shiv Sena traded barbs using the banners. Kamra faces FIR for remarks about Dy CM Shinde.
A regional passenger jet carrying around 60 people collided mid-air with a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport, leading to a crash over the Potomac River. Emergency crews responded quickly, but the status of survivors remains uncertain. Authorities have suspended all flights and are investigating the cause of the accident.
US National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard will visit the Indo-Pacific region, including India, to build strong relationships and open communication lines. This marks the first visit by a top White House official to India under the Trump administration, following PM Modi's US visit, where he met Gabbard and discussed enhancing bilateral intelligence cooperation.
Tyreek Hill's recent tweet mentioning respect has fans speculating about his future with the Miami Dolphins. This follows his earlier comment that raised concerns. Reactions from fans are mixed, with some hoping for his return to Kansas City and others advising him to stay grounded. Hill's mindset could impact the Dolphins' playoff chances.
A Chinese AI company, DeepSeek, sparked a significant decline in Wall Street's tech sector, with major losses for Nvidia and the Nasdaq composite. DeepSeek's cost-effective AI model challenges U.S. firms, impacting global markets and leading to investor shift towards bonds. Market volatility may continue as Big Tech earnings are announced this week.
Women from Haryana are excelling in the military, with 34 cadets currently in the National Defence Academy. After the Supreme Court allowed women to take the NDA exam post-Class XII, there are now 121 women cadets. Women have been inducted since the 1990s but now also receive permanent commissions and can be promoted to higher ranks.
India's Parliament was informed that 2,200 cases of violence against minorities were reported in Bangladesh this year until December 8, while Pakistan saw 112 cases until October. India has expressed concerns to both nations, urging them to ensure the safety and well-being of minorities. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Delhi recorded 9.6 degrees Celsius at 5.30 am on Friday. The air quality in the national capital has deteriorated from 'poor' to 'very poor'.