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Air India plane crash (Photo: AP) Britain is sending a team of experts to India to support the investigation into the Ahmedabad plane crash. The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has formally offered its assistance to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau in India.”We are deploying a multidisciplinary investigation team to India to support the Indian led investigation,” UK AAIB said. “Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic accident”. UK AAIB will have expert status in the Indian safety investigation. This is in accordance with ICAO Annex 13 as 53 British citizens were on board the aircraft.…
Texas activated its National Guard earlier this week ahead of protests there. Missouri is following suit, “taking a proactive approach,” its governor says. Source link
NEW DELHI: “I hope this plane goes to a boneyard 25-30 years later and gets recycled there.” This is what the senior commander, who took delivery of the Dreamliner Boeing 787-8 (VT-ANB) had told one of his crew members while doing a walk around the plane before flying it home in January 2014.Fate, however, had other plans. On Thursday, this aircraft became the first ever Dreamliner to crash globally.”This was among the initial Dreamliners, which were about five tonnes heavier than what Boeing had promised us – and, thus, less efficient,” said the pilot, who did not want to be…
But Judge Charles Breyer also suggested he was unlikely at this point to restrict the use of active-duty Marines in California. Source link
MUMBAI: The Air India Ahmedabad crash was the first “hull event” involving a Boeing 787 aircraft. But the Dreamliner has been at the centre of controversy over technical problems since its commercial debut in 2011.A “hull event” in aviation, often also referred to as a “hull loss”, is a situation where an aircraft is destroyed or damaged beyond economic repair. Boeing shares fell 8% before the opening bell on Wall Street on Thursday.When the Dreamliner debuted, its USP was fuel efficiency and a lower cabin altitude. While other jets maintained a cabin altitude of 8,000 feet (altitude simulated inside passenger…
Police have arrested more than 1,000 people in the past week as civil unrest that began after immigration sweeps in Los Angeles spread to cities across the country. Source link
What caused the crash? Engine failure, bird hit among several theories MUMBAI: Two short videos surfaced after AI 171 crashed outside Ahmedabad airport – many questions followed, from those who have flown commercial airliners. On social media, pilots were asking: 1. Why was the aircraft landing gear not retracted?2. Did the aircraft suffer a dual engine failure?3. Did the engines die because of possible fuel contamination or blockage?4. Were the flaps on the wings lowered for take-off?5. Could a bird hit have contributed to the crash?The final investigation report into the AI-171 accident, set to be released before June 12…
The move is one of the first times this year that consumer products were specifically targeted with higher import taxes. Source link
For working professionals, having a good or understanding boss is no less than a blessing in disguise. However, in your career, you might often come across some bosses who are difficult to handle. Whether your boss is overly critical, dismissive, micromanaging, or unpredictable, their behaviour can seriously impact your confidence, job satisfaction, and mental well-being. But quitting isn’t always the right or immediate option. Instead, learning how to manage such bosses while maintaining your professionalism and boundaries— can help you survive and even grow in your professional life. So, here we list some smart ways to with a difficult boss…
Gujarat ex-CM Vijay Rupani GANDHINAGAR: For Gujarat’s former chief minister Vijay Rupani, the number 1206 was a symbol of fortune, a silent companion through the years. He believed in it with a tender faith. The registration plates of all his vehicles – scooters and cars – had 1206 on them. Friends say it had always been his lucky charm.But fate gave it a cruel twist. On June 12 – 12/06 – the same number that followed him for decades marked the day his journey ended. Rupani was aboard the AI flight that crashed moments after takeoff from Ahmedabad. He was…
Senator Alex Padilla, Democrat of California, was forcibly removed from an event with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, forced to the floor and handcuffed. Source link
MRI scans are among the latest imaging technologies in contemporary medicine. They’re commonly used to identify a variety of conditions, ranging from brain tumors to spinal problems. But are they safe for all? Dr. Sudhir Kumar, a well-known Hyderabad-based neurologist, explains the most critical things you need to know before you enter an MRI machine.Metals in your body can be hazardousMRI machines employ powerful magnetic fields, which can cause metal objects in your body to respond adversely. This might include pacemakers, cochlear implants, surgical clips, or even shrapnel. If you have metal implants, you need to inform your doctor beforehand.…
MRI scans are among the latest imaging technologies in contemporary medicine. They’re commonly used to identify a variety of conditions, ranging from brain tumors to spinal problems. But are they safe for all? Dr. Sudhir Kumar, a well-known Hyderabad-based neurologist, explains the most critical things you need to know before you enter an MRI machine.Metals in your body can be hazardousMRI machines employ powerful magnetic fields, which can cause metal objects in your body to respond adversely. This might include pacemakers, cochlear implants, surgical clips, or even shrapnel. If you have metal implants, you need to inform your doctor beforehand.…
Ahmedabad plane crash (Picture credit: AP) AHMEDABAD: India’s deadliest air crash involving a single plane, with at least 245 casualties onboard and on the ground, unravelled in 30 seconds of horrific footage on Thursday as an 11-year-old Air India 787-8 Dreamliner taking off from Ahmedabad for London with 242 passengers and crew flatlined after climbing barely 650ft and crashed into a medical college campus before bursting into flames.Ex-Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani was among the passengers killed in the disaster, while at least four confirmed deaths were reported on the campus of B J Medical College and Civil Hospital, around 3km…
President Trump’s statement suggested his sweeping policies were alienating industries he wants to keep in his corner. Source link
3 resident docs & a pregnant woman among victims on campus, 1 missing AHMEDABAD: Three resident doctors and the pregnant wife of another doctor were killed Thursday in the trail of destruction left by Air India flight AI 171 crashing into the Atulyam-4-4 residential quarters and a hostel mess on the campus of Ahmedabad’s B J Medical College and Civil Hospital.Doctors Aaryan Rajput, Manav Bhadoo and Rakesh Deora died in the disaster while a colleague, identified as Jay Prakash Chaudhary, is reported missing. The identity of the pregnant woman wasn’t immediately known.Dr Ramkrishna was having lunch when a friend called…
Senator Alex Padilla, Democrat of California, was forced to the ground and handcuffed at an event held by the homeland security secretary, Kristi Noem. Source link
“That’s My Girl” Caitlin Clark’s moment hits different after Paige Bueckers’ record-breaking return (Image Source: Getty Images) Caitlin Clark lit up the Indiana courtside, but when NBA legend Reggie Miller appeared beside her, the moment turned electric. Their presence wasn’t just exciting, it hinted at something bigger. Meanwhile, another young star, Paige Bueckers delivered a stunning performance that reignited a fan-favorite rivalry. Behind the cheers and social media buzz, a deeper story was taking shape, one that blended the past and future of basketball in a way fans won’t forget anytime soon.Caitlin Clark channels Paige Bueckers; sparks NBA Finals energyCaitlin…
Federal agents, joined by Secretary Noem, descend on a California community. Source link
Air India plane crashed in Ahmedabad NEW DELHI: An Air India aircraft bound for London crashed in a densely populated area near Ahmedabad’s Meghaninagar locality on Thursday, minutes after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The incident occurred around 2.00 pm .According to data from flight-tracking platform Flightradar24, signal from the aircraft, operating as Flight AI171 to London Gatwick, was lost at at an altitude of just 625 feet, less than a minute after takeoff.The aircraft crashed into a residential area, causing a massive fire and panic among locals. Thick black smoke could be seen billowing from the crash…
Rescuers carry the body of a victim of airplane that crashed in Ahmedabad in Gujarat, Thursday, June 12, 2025. (AP) NEW DELHI: An Air India plane flying to London, which went down shortly after take-off on Thursday, crashed into the residential quarters of doctors from BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad’s Meghaninagar area. “After the takeoff, the plane crashed here and after a preliminary enquiry, we got to know that the plane crashed into a building, which is a doctors’ hostel. After a few minutes of the incident, the concerned authorities reached the spot… We have cleared about 70 per cent…
The agency has taken steps to reduce the risk of midair collisions after a military helicopter struck a commercial flight in January, killing everyone on both crafts. Source link
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Photo by Terence Lewis/Getty Images When the Philadelphia Eagles traded up to snag Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell at No. 31 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, they knew they were getting a versatile talent with sky-high potential. What they didn’t anticipate was having to wait to see him in action. Campbell, who signed a fully guaranteed four-year deal worth $14.844 million—including a $7.465 million signing bonus—has spent his first months in the NFL recovering from offseason shoulder surgery. And while he hasn’t hit the field yet, the Eagles are making sure his mind is locked in even as his body…
