Here are today's top news stories:
*India News*
- *Air India Safety Lapses*: The DGCA has directed Air India to remove three senior officials from crew scheduling roles due to recent safety lapses, including flight crew operating without meeting mandatory licensing and rest norms.
- *Bihar Pension Hike*: Ahead of the Bihar polls, CM Nitish Kumar has announced a hike in pension for the elderly, disabled, and widowed women from ₹400 to ₹1,100 per month.
- *India-England Test Match*: Rishabh Pant cautioned Shubman Gill to curb his aggressive instinct during Day 1 of the 1st Test, which concluded with India at 359
