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Air India Phuket-Delhi Flight Experiences Turbulence, Several Injured; DGCA Investigates
On August 4, Air India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi encountered severe mid-air turbulence, causing a sudden altitude drop of approximately 300 feet. The Airbus A320 aircraft, carrying around 134-137 passengers and crew, landed safely at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. About 10 to 17 people, including passengers and crew, sustained minor to moderate injuries and received medical care, with some hospitalized. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation into the incident, and Air India is cooperating fully while providing support to those affected.
25 US States Sue Trump Administration Over New Tariffs on 60 Countries Including India
A coalition of 25 Democratic-led US states has sued the Trump administration, challenging new tariffs imposed on imports from 60 countries, including India. The states argue that the tariffs, ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent and justified by concerns over forced labour, exceed presidential authority and are a pretext to reinstate previously struck-down duties. The lawsuit seeks to block the tariffs, declare them unlawful, and obtain refunds for duties already paid. The administration defends the tariffs as necessary to address forced labour in global supply chains.
Udhayanidhi Stalin Arrested Over Remarks; Protests Erupt Between DMK and TVK
Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested following complaints by the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) over alleged misogynistic and derogatory remarks made during a DMK protest in Thanjavur. TVK demanded a public apology and legal action, while DMK condemned the arrest as politically motivated to silence opposition ahead of the Assembly session. Protests and counter-protests by both parties occurred across multiple districts. The Madras High Court scheduled an urgent hearing on Udhayanidhi's bail plea, and he was later released on station bail after questioning.



