The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) submitted a preliminary report on the AI171 plane crash to the civil aviation ministry. A meeting of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is scheduled to discuss the crash and aviation safety, with key officials from the civil aviation ministry expected to attend. The Air India Flight AI-171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, resulting in 241 fatalities. The AAIB is conducting a thorough investigation, with assistance from various experts and agencies, and has successfully retrieved data from the aircraft's black boxes.

A large-scale immigration operation in Los Angeles' MacArthur Park, involving federal officers and National Guard troops, has drawn criticism from city officials, including Mayor Karen Bass, who described the scene as resembling a "city under siege." The operation, which aimed to provide security for immigration officers, raised concerns about its impact on the local immigrant community, particularly children. Critics questioned the motives behind targeting MacArthur Park, a cultural hub for immigrants, and highlighted the potential for increased militarization in immigration enforcement.

Over 25 crore workers from various sectors, including banking and construction, are set to participate in a nationwide general strike in India, termed 'Bharat Bandh'. Organized by a coalition of 10 central trade unions, the strike protests against government policies perceived as anti-worker and pro-corporate. The unions demand action on unemployment, better wages, and the repeal of recent labor codes that they argue undermine workers' rights. The strike is expected to disrupt essential services, with support from farmers and rural workers.

A British woman, Lucy White, sparked outrage on social media after posting a xenophobic rant about Indian and Asian staff at Heathrow Airport. She claimed that the majority of the staff did not speak English and called for their deportation. Her comments were met with severe criticism, with many users defending the staff and questioning her perspective. Some users expressed frustration with the airport experience but did so in less aggressive terms. The incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding immigration and employment in the UK.