Kinnar Akhara removed Mamta Kulkarni from the prestigious post of Mahamandaleshwar after internal tensions surfaced within the religious organization. Kulkarni's appointment, which had been controversial due to her past in Bollywood, was met with resistance from several members. Juna Akhara expelled both Kulkarni and her guru, Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, citing growing discontent. The decision came after rumors suggested Tripathi might be relieved of her duties. Kulkarni had recently performed 'pind daan' at Sangham Ghat, and Tripathi defended her appointment, stating Kulkarni had been in touch with the Akhara for over a year.

Elon Musk has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to free speech. European Parliament member Branko Grims confirmed the nomination, citing Musk’s defense of fundamental rights and global dialogue. A Norwegian MP, Marius Nilsen, had also nominated Musk in 2024 for his role in fostering open communication. Grims shared a confirmation email from the Nobel Committee, thanking co-proposers. "Musk has done more for free speech in the third millennium than anyone else," he said. The nomination has sparked global debate over Musk’s influence on modern discourse.

Investigators recovered black boxes from the American Airlines flight that collided with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Washington DC’s Reagan Airport, killing 67. Divers searching the Potomac River have retrieved 28 bodies. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is analyzing flight data. Reports indicate only one air traffic controller was on duty, raising staffing concerns. President Trump speculated on hiring standards and ended diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in aviation. China confirmed two nationals among the victims, while Russia mourned its citizens. A preliminary NTSB report is expected in 30 days.

Donald Trump warned BRICS nations, including India, against replacing the U.S. dollar, threatening 100% tariffs on those attempting to create an alternative currency. In a TruthSocial post, Trump said the U.S. would demand a commitment from BRICS members to avoid backing any currency against the dollar. The warning follows Russia’s 2024 statement supporting national currencies over the dollar. Trump also pledged 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico and 10% on China over fentanyl concerns. As BRICS discussions on currency alternatives gain momentum, Trump's stance highlights growing geopolitical tensions.

American Airlines plane collided with a military helicopter in Washington DC on Wednesday night, leaving 67 dead. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash and will release a preliminary report within 30 days. President Donald Trump expressed condolences, blaming air traffic control hiring practices but provided no evidence. The helicopter's location and angle of flight are key areas of focus. Authorities confirm that no one survived the crash, which involved 64 passengers on the plane and 3 on the helicopter. The identities of the victims will be revealed by the DC medical examiner.

Plane crash near Washington DC killed several figure skaters, including Russian coaches Yevgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, and two teenage skaters, Spencer Lane and Jinna Hahn, along with their mothers. The American Airlines plane collided mid-air with a US Army helicopter on Wednesday evening, falling into the Potomac River. At least 28 bodies have been recovered. The group was returning from a skating camp in Wichita, Kansas. US Figure Skating confirmed several community members were on board. Rescue teams have switched to a recovery operation, with no survivors expected.

A mid-air collision between a US Army helicopter and an American Airlines passenger jet killed 64 people near Washington’s Reagan National Airport. The jet crashed into the Potomac River after the collision. President Donald Trump blamed Obama and Biden-era policies for lowering air safety standards, criticising "diversity hires" over competence. He announced Chris Rocheleau as the acting FAA Administrator. The crash, which involved 60 passengers, four crew members, and three soldiers, is one of the deadliest US aviation disasters in decades. Rescue efforts have turned into recovery operations, as officials confirm no survivors. Trump held a moment of silence for victims.

Israel and Hamas exchanged hostages and prisoners during a fragile ceasefire in Gaza. Three Israeli hostages and five Thai nationals were freed by Hamas, while Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners. The process faced delays after chaotic scenes during the handover of hostages in Gaza angered Israeli officials. Crowds celebrating the release of Palestinian prisoners in the West Bank also drew criticism after Israel used tear gas to disperse them. Both sides accuse each other of bad faith, but the ceasefire remains intact for now. Negotiations for a second phase of the deal are expected in the coming days.

Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s pick for FBI director, is under scrutiny from Democrats at his confirmation hearing. Patel’s loyalty to Trump and his plan to overhaul the FBI worry critics. He has called for shutting down the FBI headquarters and sending employees to fieldwork. His book, Government Gangsters, lists FBI officials as targets for investigations, raising concerns about impartiality. Democrats question his judgment and independence, while Republican allies back him as a reformer. Patel's past comments and close ties to Trump make this a contentious nomination, with doubts about his ability to lead the agency fairly.

A mid-air collision between an American Airlines jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Washington, DC has killed all 67 people on board both aircraft. So far, 28 bodies have been recovered from the Potomac River, where the wreckage fell. The collision occurred as the jet was approaching Ronald Reagan National Airport. Authorities have switched from rescue to recovery operations, with no survivors expected. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the crash. The victims included figure skaters, coaches, and their families.