Times of India

Mitsuko Tottori made headlines as the first female president of Japan Airlines (JAL), a significant feat given her background as a former flight attendant. Her appointment stirred a mix of surprise and skepticism, but Tottori aims to lead based on her individual merits. With JAL's recent successful evacuation incident and Tottori's firsthand experience with aviation safety, her leadership is drawing attention.

Students at Columbia University and other campuses across the US continue to protest, leading to clashes with police and arrests. Schools grapple with handling demonstrations as graduation ceremonies approach.

Pro-Palestine protests at US universities escalate, leading to arrests and event cancellations. International students face disciplinary actions. Ambassadors emphasize peaceful expression amidst demonstrations.

Burkina Faso, the West African nation, has decided to halt the radio broadcasts of BBC Africa and the US-funded Voice of America (VOA) for a duration of two weeks. This action was taken in response to their coverage of a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report. Both media outlets had alleged the army of engaging in extrajudicial killings, as per the authorities.

Columbia University retracted ultimatum for pro-Palestinian demonstrators amidst US tensions. Police used force at universities. Debates on free speech intensified. Student Skyler Sieradsky expressed fear as a Jew in America due to messages of hate and violence.

Cybersecurity company Darktrace has agreed to a $5.3 billion acquisition by US private equity firm Thoma Bravo, recognizing Darktrace's expertise in artificial intelligence. This deal follows Thoma Bravo's previous interest in acquiring Darktrace two years ago. Darktrace CEO Poppy Gustafsson emphasized the importance of their technology in combating AI-driven cyber threats.

Blinken met Xi and Wang, discussed challenges in US-China relations. Emphasis on dialogue, sovereignty, and development rights. Efforts to manage negative factors and core interests for stability.

Fujikawaguchiko takes action against over tourism by blocking Mount Fuji view. Mesh net construction starts soon, mirroring Kyoto's restrictions. Popular site with volcano behind Lawson store faces visitor management challenges.

Achinthya Sivalingan and Hassan Sayed, students at Princeton, faced arrest for supporting Palestine. Achinthya, from Coimbatore, studied world politics at Ohio State University, emphasizing climate adaptation. Their involvement in a pro-Palestinian sit-in led to their detention.

A burial site from pre-Roman times in southern Italy near Amorsi revealed a necropolis with rich grave artefacts, including vases, weapons, and bronze ornaments in 88 tombs dating back to the Iron Age.

The IAEA's December report indicated that Iran had escalated its uranium enrichment to 60 percent, which is close to the weapons-grade threshold of 90 percent. This development has heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, especially after Iran's response to an alleged Israeli strike in Syria by attacking Israel with drones and missiles on April 13, although these were largely thwarted, a Newsweek report said.

Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan's wife, allegedly poisoned during Shab-e-Barat, faced medical negligence despite court orders. Evaluation at a private hospital cleared her with a minor gastric issue, refuting poisoning claims.