BJP forms Gen Z outreach team: Nabin, Smriti and Vinod Tawde among key faces

Plea in SC seeks Manan Mishra's removal as BCI chief as he refuses to step down

NYC Finance Chief Skips Council Hearing on Second Home Tax Amid Litigation

New York City's finance commissioner did not appear at a key City Council hearing concerning the pied-à-terre tax, citing ongoing litigation as the reason for the absence. Instead of attending in person, the commissioner submitted written statements to the council. The release of property valuations related to the tax has sparked concerns among residents over privacy and transparency. In response, council members have compiled a list of questions directed at the administration and are actively seeking clearer answers.

IndiGo A321neo grounded at Gorakhpur after tail strike on landing

An IndiGo Airbus A321neo flying from Delhi to Gorakhpur suffered a tail strike during its landing approach. The aircraft managed to land safely on its third attempt. Post-flight inspection revealed scratches near the APU inlet, indicating contact with the runway. The plane has been taken out of service and remains grounded at Gorakhpur airport. It will return to operations only after receiving the required technical and regulatory clearances.

29 US States Take Meta to Trial Over Child Safety on Facebook and Instagram

Twenty-nine US states have filed a lawsuit against Meta, accusing the company of deliberately designing its platforms to exploit young users. The states allege that Meta withheld internal research that highlighted potential harms caused by Facebook and Instagram to teenagers. Plaintiffs are seeking heavy financial penalties as well as court-mandated redesigns of both platforms. A former Meta engineer is set to appear as a key witness during the trial proceedings. The outcome of this landmark case could have far-reaching consequences for social media regulation worldwide.