Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the Washington DC plane crash that left 67 people feared dead. An American Airlines jet with 64 passengers collided mid-air with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport, plunging into the Potomac River. “Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the tragic collision. We stand in solidarity with the people of the United States,” Modi said, tagging US President Donald Trump. Investigators from the NTSB and FAA are probing the disaster, which occurred in one of the world’s most restricted airspaces near the White House and Capitol.

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.

Thousands of pilgrims are stranded in long traffic jams on roads leading to Prayagraj after Uttar Pradesh imposed a traffic ban to ease congestion at the Maha Kumbh Mela. The measures, which include sealing city borders and banning vehicles, follow a deadly stampede that killed 30 people and injured 60. Devotees, including women and children, are facing severe hardships, with no food, water, or shelter. Despite efforts to provide aid, many are forced to sleep in the open or walk long distances. The restrictions will remain in effect until February 4.

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.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India needs to adopt "out of syllabus" foreign policies to deal with US President Donald Trump’s second term. During a session at Delhi's Hansraj College, Jaishankar expressed confidence that Trump would bring changes in global affairs. He acknowledged that some areas might see differences, but India’s foreign policy will remain focused on national interests. Jaishankar also shared his positive impressions of Trump's last visit to India and confirmed ongoing cooperation. PM Modi recently congratulated Trump on his second term and emphasized the strong India-US partnership.

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.

India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, will not attend the Champions Trophy opening ceremony in Pakistan. Due to scheduling conflicts, England and Australia also won’t participate in the pre-tournament events. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed the cancellation of the captains’ photo shoot and press conference. India will play all its matches in Dubai for security reasons, and if they reach the final, it will also be in Dubai. England and Australia will skip warm-up matches, entering the tournament directly. Despite the changes, the tournament remains highly anticipated, set to start in mid-February.

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.