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NEW DELHI: Just a week after the fatal plane crash near Ahmedabad airport that claimed 270 lives, a prominent animal rights think-tank has raised fresh concerns over bird and wildlife strikes at the city’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, revealing it ranks third in India for such incidents.According to data sourced from a parliamentary response…

The wreckage of Air India plane that crashed into a medical hostel complex in Ahmedabad (Image credit: AP) NEW DELHI: It has been a week since the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad that claimed 274 lives. On Thursday, officials said that debris, including the aircraft’s damaged tail fin, still remains at the crash…

NEW DELHI: Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on Thursday said the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed on June 12 was “well maintained,” with its last major inspection conducted in June 2023 and the next one due in December 2025. His comments came as the airline launched enhanced pre-flight safety checks across its Boeing 787 fleet,…

Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge (File photo) NEW DELHI: Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday criticised the central government for denying him permission to travel to the United States to engage with multinational companies and promote investment opportunities in the state.Sources told news agency PTI that Kharge was scheduled to lead a delegation to Boston for…

NEW DELHI: The customs officials at Mumbai international airport seized hydrohonic weed of worth nearly Rs 25 crore on Thursday. Three people have been arrested by the officials.Hydroponic weed refers to cannabis that is grown without soil, using a nutrient-rich water solution to deliver essential minerals directly to the plant roots. Last month, Air intelligence…

NEW DELHI: The US Embassy in India has issued a sharp warning to visa holders, reiterating that “a US visa is a privilege, not a right”, and that violating US laws, even after arrival, can lead to visa revocation and ineligibility for future travel.The statement, posted on the embassy’s official X handle on Thursday, emphasized…

Today’s top 5 news developments includes critical updates on the Iran-Israel conflict, Shashi Tharoor’s recent comments on differences with several Congress leaders and follow up on Meghalaya honeymoon murder case.Iran launched a series of fresh missiles targeting South Israel’s Soroka hospital. The strike resulted in severe damage to the building and surrounding areas. Meanwhile, senior…

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav (Image credit: ANI) RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav slammed Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar and the ruling NDA alliance blaming them for deteriorating law and order situation in the state.His comments came after responding to questions about the recent gunfire outside his residence. Recalling the incident and holding the chief minister responsible,…

NEW DELHI: The Karnataka cabinet on Thursday approved an increase in the reservation for minorities under various state-run housing schemes, raising the quota from 10% to 15%.Law and parliamentary affairs minister H K Patil, addressing the media after the cabinet meeting, said the decision was based on the disproportionately high number of homeless individuals among…

NEW DELHI: A Coast Guard helicopter on a routine coastal patrol made a precautionary landing at a college ground in Kerala on Thursday after encountering rough weather, the defence release said according to news agency PTI. The Chetak helicopter was returning from patrol when it faced turbulent conditions. As a safety measure, the crew landed…