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Air India Ahmedabad crash: Key findings from AAIB preliminary report

IANS | July 12, 2025 10:08 AM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) While the final report will take about an year, the preliminary findings by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) into the fatal crash of Air India flight AI 171 — a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that went down shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on June 12 — has revealed simultaneous engine shutdown, cockpit voice recordings between the two pilots and further safety advisories.

Building collapses in Delhi’s Janata Mazdoor colony; 3 rescued, many feared trapped

IANS | July 12, 2025 9:22 AM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) A four-storey building collapsed early on Saturday morning in the Janta Mazdoor Colony area under the Welcome Police Station in North-East Delhi. While three people were pulled out of the debris many others are feared trapped.

TN on high alert after Nipah virus cases in Kerala; medical teams deployed across borders

IANS | July 12, 2025 9:16 AM

Chennai, July 12 (IANS) Following reports of Nipah virus infections in Kerala’s Palakkad and Malappuram districts, the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine has assured the public that there is no cause for panic as medical teams are on high alert to monitor and respond swiftly to any suspected cases.

Air India, Boeing assure full cooperation as AAIB releases initial probe report

IANS | July 12, 2025 8:57 AM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Hours after the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) released its preliminary report into the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, both Air India and Boeing issued statements reaffirming their commitment to supporting the ongoing investigation and extending solidarity to the victims and their families.

Air India crash: Both engines shut down after shift in fuel control switches; one pilot said he ‘didn’t do it’

IANS | July 12, 2025 7:53 AM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Air India Boeing 787-8 aircraft’s engine fuel control switches transitioned from ‘RUN’ to ‘CUTOFF’ position within three seconds after lift-off, leading to the plane crashing in just 34 seconds after taking off from Ahmedabad on June 12, according to the initial probe report by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) released early on Saturday.

PM Modi to distribute over 51,000 appointment letters at 16th Rozgar Mela today

IANS | July 12, 2025 7:15 AM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) In a push to accelerate employment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted candidates in various government departments and organisations on Saturday at the 16th edition of the Rozgar Mela, which will take place virtually.

Maratha forts secure UNESCO World Heritage status, marking India’s 44th global recognition

IANS | July 11, 2025 11:52 PM

New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) In a historic decision at the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee in Paris, UNESCO has inscribed the ‘Maratha Military Landscapes of India’ on its World Heritage List, marking India’s 44th globally recognised heritage property.

India, WHO forge global alliance for traditional medicine through Jamnagar initiative

IANS | July 11, 2025 11:38 PM

Jamnagar, July 11 (IANS) India and the World Health Organization (WHO) are working in unison in the field of traditional medicine, with the Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) in Jamnagar, Gujarat, emerging as a key player in this global initiative.

Man accused of sexually assaulting teenage girls lynched in Arunachal

IANS | July 11, 2025 11:00 PM

Itanagar, July 11 (IANS) In an alarming incident at Roing in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Dibang Valley District, a man accused of raping four teenage girls was hacked to death by an irate mob, officials said.

Maha: State council passes MSPS Bill, opposition walks out

IANS | July 11, 2025 10:33 PM

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) The Maharashtra Special Public Security (MSPS) Bill, 2024 was on Friday passed by voice vote in the state council while the opposition walked out of the house, saying that the bill is against the communist ideology.

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Air India Ahmedabad crash: Key findings from AAIB preliminary report

Building collapses in Delhi’s Janata Mazdoor colony; 3 rescued, many feared trapped

TN on high alert after Nipah virus cases in Kerala; medical teams deployed across borders

Air India, Boeing assure full cooperation as AAIB releases initial probe report

Air India crash: Both engines shut down after shift in fuel control switches; one pilot said he ‘didn’t do it’

PM Modi to distribute over 51,000 appointment letters at 16th Rozgar Mela today

Maratha forts secure UNESCO World Heritage status, marking India’s 44th global recognition

India, WHO forge global alliance for traditional medicine through Jamnagar initiative

Man accused of sexually assaulting teenage girls lynched in Arunachal

Maha: State council passes MSPS Bill, opposition walks out

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