Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the family of Vijay Rupani, the former Gujarat Chief Minister, expressing his deep sorrow over Rupani's death in the Ahmedabad air crash. Modi reminisced about their long association and Rupani's dedication to the BJP's ideology.
An Indian Air Force Apache attack helicopter executed a precautionary landing near Pathankot, Punjab, prompting technical inspections. Following the checks, the helicopter was declared serviceable and safely returned to its base. This incident follows a similar precautionary landing by an IAF Apache near Saharanpur last week, and another by a Chetak helicopter near Jamnagar in April.
British national Jamie Meek's poignant 'goodbye India' post, shared just before boarding Air India flight AI171 from Ahmedabad, has gone viral following the tragic crash shortly after takeoff. Meek and his partner, Fiongal Greenlaw, were returning to London after a 'magical' trip. Their final recorded moments reflected on their experiences, capturing their excitement and gratitude before the ill-fated flight.
An Indian Air Force Apache helicopter landed in Nangalpur. This follows a recent emergency landing near Saharanpur due to a technical issue. In April last year, another Apache was damaged during a hard landing in Ladakh. The Apache is a advanced attack helicopter used by the IAF and Indian Army. It enhances India's combat capabilities, especially in border regions.
Vikram Misri and Sun Weidong met in New Delhi to improve India-China relations. They focused on people-centric engagements and resuming direct flights. Progress since their last meeting in Beijing was reviewed. Misri appreciated China's help in restarting the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Discussions included sharing hydrological data on trans-border rivers. Both sides aimed to ease visa procedures and promote exchanges.
The brother of Raja Raghuvanshi, murdered during his honeymoon in Meghalaya, is demanding a narco analysis test for Raja's wife, Sonam, and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha. Sachin Raghuvanshi believes the test will reveal the complete truth behind the crime, as he suspects they are misleading the investigation.
An Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad near the airport. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff. The plane was carrying 242 passengers and crew. A massive fire erupted after the crash. Temperatures reached 1,000 degrees Celsius. Rescue operations were difficult due to the intense heat. Many bodies were recovered from the crash site. The incident also impacted nearby residential areas.
Assam's chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has issued shoot-at-sight orders in Dhubri after a communal group allegedly desecrated a Hindu temple with cow meat on Eid. Sarma visited Dhubri, vowing zero tolerance for those who desecrate sacred places and promising severe consequences for the perpetrators. He stated he would even guard the Hanuman temple himself if necessary.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Ahmedabad Air India crash site, meeting officials and the sole survivor after the devastating incident that claimed 241 lives. Flight AI-171, en route to London, crashed shortly after takeoff, impacting a residential building.
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner tragically crashed near Ahmedabad, marking the model's first fatal incident and raising safety concerns. The crash revives memories of past battery issues that grounded the fleet in 2013. Despite a strong safety record and numerous warning systems, this event casts a shadow over the Dreamliner's reputation.
Following Israel's military operation in Iran, Air India has rerouted numerous flights, causing disruption for passengers. Several flights bound for or originating from London, New York, Delhi, and other major cities are being diverted to locations like Vienna, Sharjah, and Jeddah, while others are returning to their origin airports. Air India is offering refunds and complimentary rescheduling to affected passengers.
Air India changed several international flights because of the emergency in Iran. Flights to and from the US, the UK, and Canada were affected. Some flights were rerouted, and others returned to where they started. The airline is helping passengers with accommodations and refunds. Passengers should check their flight status for updates.
Tensions escalate as Israel launches 'Operation Rising Lion,' conducting preemptive strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, resulting in significant casualties, including military leaders. Simultaneously, a devastating Air India crash in Ahmedabad claims 265 lives, prompting a visit from Prime Minister Modi to the crash site and hospital.
The BJP highlighted the Modi government's 11-year achievements, emphasizing a shift to decisive responses against cross-border terrorism, citing 'Operation Sindoor.' India has experienced rapid growth across sectors, transforming citizens' lives. Structural economic reforms have propelled India to become a global powerhouse, with per capita GDP significantly increasing since 2014.
India has strongly criticized the United States' description of Pakistan as a counter-terrorism ally, citing Islamabad's history of supporting cross-border terrorism. The MEA highlighted the recent Pahalgam attack as a reminder of Pakistan's role in harboring terrorists.
Police have identified Raj Kushwaha as the mastermind behind the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi, revealing it was a favor, not a contract killing. Raja's wife, Sonam, played a key role in the plot, which was planned since February. Raja's body was found in Meghalaya, and Sonam later surrendered, with Kushwaha and others apprehended in connection to the crime.
