A devastating small aircraft crash in New York state has claimed the lives of a prominent Indian-origin surgeon, her husband who was piloting the aircraft, and four other family members. The tragedy unfolded on Saturday when a Mitsubishi MU2B plane, en route to Columbia County Airport from Westchester Airport, went down during a second landing attempt. The accident occurred approximately 200 kilometers from New York City, close to the Massachusetts border. The deceased have been i

A devastating helicopter crash that claimed six lives in New York has prompted swift action from federal authorities, with the Federal Aviation Administration announcing the immediate shutdown of the operator, New York Helicopter Tours. The decision came just days after a sightseeing helicopter carrying a pilot and a Spanish family of five broke apart midair and plummeted into the Hudson River, leaving no survivors. The crash occurred Thursday during what was intended to b

A recent incident involving two commercial aircraft at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has renewed longstanding concerns about the safety and congestion at one of the nation’s busiest and most space-constrained airports. The event, which occurred on a busy Thursday afternoon, involved two American Airlines flights that made contact while taxiing, resulting in damage to at least one aircraft but fortunately causing no injuries. The incident took place around 12:4

A devastating early morning fire ripped through a four-story apartment building on Monticello Avenue in Jersey City, leaving more than 30 residents displaced and prompting an ongoing arson investigation. The fire, which erupted just before 6 a.m. on Wednesday, is believed to have started in the building’s basement, quickly sending heavy smoke through every floor and forcing residents, including children and pets, to flee using fire escapes. The cause of the blaze remains

A tragic helicopter crash in New York City claimed the lives of all six individuals onboard on Thursday when a sightseeing helicopter broke apart midair and plunged into the Hudson River. The incident occurred near Pier 40, off the coast of Lower Manhattan, and sparked a massive emergency response from both New York and New Jersey officials. Among those killed in the crash was Agustin Escobar, the president and CEO of the Spanish division of Siemens, a global technology giant. He was accompan

In a significant show of confidence, BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management firm, has emerged as the biggest investor in the Adani Group’s $750 million private bond issuance, taking on approximately one-third of the allocation. The investment, made through a private placement with a 3–5 year tenure, marks BlackRock’s debut in India's infrastructure-focused private bond space. Sources with direct knowledge revealed that BlackRock’s participation in th

​A tragic and violent incident unfolded Tuesday evening in a residential neighborhood of Spotsylvania County, Virginia, where a mass shooting claimed the lives of three individuals and left three others critically injured. The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the fatalities and the ongoing search for suspects in what has become a major criminal investigation in the area. The shooting occurred in the vicinity of Lafayette Boulevard and Olde Greenwich Drive.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Harris County Public Health (HCPH) has announced the investigation of the first confirmed measles case in unincorporated Harris County in 2025. The case involves a child under the age of 18, and while their identity remains confidential, it is known that the child resides in Northwest Harris County and has no recent travel history. This marks a significant health concern for the community, as measles had not been reported in the area since 2019. The

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered a financial trail connecting billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros’s Soros Economic Development Fund (SEDF) to Indian entities operating in the NGO sector, sparking serious questions about potential violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) and foreign direct investment (FDI) norms. The revelations, based on detailed investigations, have triggered fresh scrutiny over the methods used to funnel foreign fun

Authorities are investigating a targeted attack on a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas that resulted in multiple Tesla vehicles being set ablaze and shot at during an overnight incident. According to CNN, the attack occurred at the Tesla service center where several vehicles were damaged, including two that were fully engulfed in flames. The FBI is currently investigating the incident, stating that it bears some hallmarks of terrorism. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, in coordi

In a politically charged development, key Tamil Nadu BJP leaders, including state BJP chief Annamalai, former Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan, and BJP state secretary Vinoj P Selvam were detained by Tamil Nadu police on Monday. The leaders were held ahead of their planned protest against the alleged Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation Limited (TASMAC) liquor scam. The protest, scheduled to begin at 11 am, faced disruption as BJP leaders were either placed under house arrest or t

The YS Vivekananda Reddy murder case continues to draw public attention as mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths of key witnesses keep surfacing. Even after six years since the tragic incident, the case remains unresolved, leaving the victim’s family distressed and desperate for justice. Recent developments have intensified public concern as reports reveal that several individuals linked to the case have died under suspicious conditions. Approximately four to five people conne

  The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for strict restrictions on helicopter traffic near Ronald Reagan National Airport. This request follows a tragic midair collision that claimed the lives of 67 people, marking the deadliest aviation accident in the United States in over two decades. The catastrophic collision occurred on January 29 near the nation's capital. Following the tragedy, NTSB Chairperson Jennifer Homendy urged the Federal Aviation Admin

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested Kannada actor Ranya Rao in connection with a ₹12.56 crore gold smuggling case. According to the DRI’s arrest memo, Ranya attempted to smuggle 14.2 kg of 24-karat gold into India, concealing it in her clothing, shoes, and pockets to evade customs duty. The DRI’s memo outlines that Ranya Rao was intercepted on March 3, 2025, at Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) in Bengaluru while arriving from Dubai on Emirates Fligh

A chemical leak at an industrial plant in Matagorda County sent 10 workers to the hospital on Friday, sparking emergency response efforts and concerns over workplace safety. The incident occurred at the Roehm USA facility, located off FM 3087 southwest of Bay City, where an over-pressurization event led to the release of ammonia vapors. The Matagorda County Office of Emergency Management (MCOEM) reported that while employees were exposed to ammonia, the plant’s safety systems fun

The Trump administration’s renewed focus on illegal hiring preferences for foreign workers, particularly within the H-1B visa program, has heightened concerns in the immigrant community. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is actively investigating hiring practices that may disadvantage American workers, aiming to uphold federal employment laws and prevent discrimination.On February 19, 2025, the EEOC issued a strong warning to businesses against prioritizing foreign work

The murder of former Andhra Pradesh minister YS Vivekananda Reddy continues to make headlines as yet another person associated with the case has died under questionable circumstances. This time, it is Ranganna, who was serving as a house watchman at the time of the murder. His passing adds to a growing list of individuals connected to the case who have met untimely and suspicious deaths, further intensifying speculation and concern surrounding the ongoing investigation.The case, which has bee

The Indian government has introduced the Income Tax Bill 2025, a major overhaul of the country’s tax laws, granting unprecedented investigative powers to tax authorities. While presented as a move to modernize tax compliance, the bill includes provisions that allow tax officers to access digital assets, emails, social media profiles, trading accounts, and cloud storage in cases of suspected tax evasion.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the bill in Parliament, stating that i

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy made explosive allegations against BRS leader Harish Rao, accusing him of neglecting the SLBC tunnel accident and instead traveling to Dubai for personal engagements. Revanth, who visited the accident site in Domaalapenta to review the situation, strongly defended his government’s swift response while hitting back at opposition criticism.During his media interaction, the Chief Minister dismissed claims that he had ignored the incident, clarifying t

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced recruitment for Flight Operations Inspector (FOI) positions under various categories. The Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, is offering these contractual roles with competitive salaries, providing an excellent opportunity for experienced pilots.The last date to submit online applications is March 7, 2025 (3 PM), and the deadline for sending the hard copy of the application along with required documents is March 14,