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“Can’t believe I survived,” says miracle survivor of Ahmedabad plane crash

In an interview with Doordarshan, he narrated the incident and said that his seat, 11-A, was situated in a part of plane that had landed on the ground floor of the building, which it had crashed into. Vishwash, who is a British Citizen of Indian origin, then removed his seat belt and came out of the aircraft, adding that his left hand was burned

13 June,2025 12:07 PM IST | ANI
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Israeli strikes kill Iran's Revolutionary Guard leader, Gen Hossein Salami

Iranian state television confirmed the head of the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard was killed in Israel's strikes Friday morning. Gen Hossein Salami was the chief of one of the country's most powerful centres, and his death was a tough blow to Iran's embattled leadership

13 June,2025 11:53 AM IST | AP
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Singapore Airlines' share drops after Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

At least 265 people were killed when a London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed into a medical college complex shortly after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport

13 June,2025 11:52 AM IST | PTI
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Air India sets up help centres at Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi and Gatwick airports

A London-bound Boeing 787-8 aircraft crashed into a medical college complex and erupted into flames shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday, killing 241 of the 242 people on board in one of the country's worst air disasters

13 June,2025 10:58 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Ahmedabad plane crash: PM Modi meets survivors and injured at hospital

A Boeing 787 Dreamliner (AI 171), with 242 people on board, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, crashed into a medical college complex in the Meghaninagar area moments after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon

13 June,2025 10:50 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Prime Minister Modi visits Ahmedabad plane crash site

A London-bound Air India plane, carrying 242 passengers and crew, including former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, crashed into a medical college complex shortly after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon

13 June,2025 10:38 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi to visit Ahmedabad amid situation after plane crash

The Prime Minister's visit to Ahmedabad in the wake of the deadly flight crash that claimed the lives of 241 people, including 12 crew members, onboard

13 June,2025 10:32 AM IST | ANI
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Mid-Day Top News: Air India jet falls from sky, slams into med hostel and more

Stay informed with the latest developments in the nation, Mumbai, entertainment, sports, and more. Let's dive into the headlines shaping our world today

13 June,2025 10:23 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Reliance to extend full support to relief of Ahmedabad plane crash: Ambani

In a statement, Mukesh Ambani said he and his wife Nita are deeply pained and anguished by the grave loss of life caused by the Ahmedabad plane crash

13 June,2025 09:34 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Air India confirms 241 dead in Ahmedabad plane crash

The Boeing 787-8 aircraft was carrying 242 passengers and crew members. The passengers comprised 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian national

13 June,2025 09:16 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Israel attacks Iran's capital with explosions booming across Tehran

Israeli leaders said the attack was necessary to head off what they described as an imminent threat that Iran would build nuclear bombs, and they warned of a reprisal that could target civilians in Israel

13 June,2025 08:41 AM IST | AP
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Israel has struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear programme: Benjamin Netanyahu

Asserting that Israel has learnt the lessons from the Nazi holocaust and also the message of "Never Again", Netanyahu vowed that his country will not become a victim of a nuclear holocaust perpetrated by the Iranian regime

13 June,2025 08:40 AM IST | PTI
Non-tariff barriers key for India, EU trade pact, says Piyush Goyal

Non-tariff barriers key for India, EU trade pact, says Piyush Goyal

"Significant progress has been made...We are almost 90 per cent ready for market access. The important issues to be addressed are non-tariff barriers and how we will make it smoother, easier, and better to do business between the EU and India,” Goyal said

13 June,2025 08:34 AM IST | Stockholm | Agencies
Karnataka HC directs release of marketing head of RCB, 3 others

Karnataka HC directs release of marketing head of RCB, 3 others

Others who got relief from the HC are Sunil Mathew, Kiran Kumar S and Shamant N P Mavinakere of the event organising company DNA Entertainment Networks Pvt Ltd, who were also arrested on June 6. The HC has asked the arrested persons to surrender their passport

13 June,2025 08:32 AM IST | Bengaluru | Agencies
Cops injured, vehicles torched, security heightened; 40 held

Cops injured, vehicles torched, security heightened; 40 held

The incident, which occurred in Maheshtala under the Rabindranagar police station area, stemmed from a dispute over the construction of a shop and alleged encroachment on government land

13 June,2025 08:28 AM IST | Kolkata | Agencies
Plane crash | ‘AC, crew call buttons not working’: Flyer recalls glitches

Plane crash | ‘AC, crew call buttons not working’: Flyer recalls glitches

The passenger had travelled from Delhi to Ahmedabad on the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. He said he noticed several unusual malfunctions prior to take-off, raising serious safety concerns

13 June,2025 06:22 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: WR to run two special trains to Mumbai and Delhi

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: WR to run two special trains to Mumbai and Delhi

The special trains are being introduced on a special fare basis to ensure connectivity with two of the country’s busiest metropolitan hubs, as authorities work to manage the surge in passenger demand and restore mobility for stranded travellers

13 June,2025 05:41 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
No chance to save anyone as temperature due to burning fuel was high: Amit Shah

No chance to save anyone as temperature due to burning fuel was high: Amit Shah

"There was 1.25 lakh litre of fuel inside the plane and it caught heat so it was impossible to save anyone. The number of those killed will be officially released by the authorities after DNA test and identification of the victims," Amit Shah told reporters

12 June,2025 11:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Hope amid grave tragedy: One passenger found alive in Ahmedabad Plane Crash

Hope amid grave tragedy: One passenger found alive in Ahmedabad Plane Crash

The London-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner flight, AI 171, with 242 passengers and crew went down shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon

12 June,2025 10:51 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent
Ahmedabad plane crash: AI announces special relief flights for families

Ahmedabad plane crash: AI announces special relief flights for families

The next of kin of passengers and staff in Delhi and Mumbai wanting to travel on these flights can call our hotline on 1800 5691 444. Those coming in from international destinations and wanting to travel can call our hotline on +91 8062779200

12 June,2025 10:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ahmedabad plane crash: In contact with Air India, says Boeing

Ahmedabad plane crash: In contact with Air India, says Boeing

The Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a crowded residential area minutes after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday

12 June,2025 10:29 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent
Israel Hits Natanz & Tehran Headquarters: Iran’s Nuclear Future Shattered?

    Israel Hits Natanz & Tehran Headquarters: Iran’s Nuclear Future Shattered?

    In a bold escalation, Israel launched ‘Operation Rising Lion’, targeting Iran’s nuclear program. Iranian state TV confirmed the deaths of top nuclear scientists Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi in Friday’s (June 13) airstrikes. Explosions were reported at the Natanz uranium enrichment facility and Revolutionary Guards HQ in Tehran, where chief Hossein Salami was allegedly killed. Israel claimed Iran was days away from building 15 nuclear bombs. Reports say the strikes also hit residential areas, killing civilians, including children. Israel remains on high alert for retaliation.

    13 June,2025 11:43 AM IST
    Donald Trump booed at Kennedy Center while attending ‘Les Miserables’ opening

    Donald Trump booed at Kennedy Center while attending ‘Les Miserables’ opening

    It was his first time attending a show there since his election, and he was booed and cheered as he took his seat alongside first lady Melania Trump

    13 June,2025 08:24 AM IST | Washington | Agencies

    US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth warns China preparing for war

    Hegseth believes US President Donald Trump’s “peace through strength” strategy is the appropriate response, and that the stagnating US defence industrial base must be revitalised

    13 June,2025 08:21 AM IST | Washington | Agencies

    Israel says it’s ready for military action in Iran

    US President Donald Trump has asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza and stop talk of a potential military strike on Iran, CNN reported, citing their phone conversation on Monday

    13 June,2025 08:18 AM IST | Washington | Agencies
    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    The passenger who was about to board the plane was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb with him, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said

    13 May,2025 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

    26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

    As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

    26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    We must ensure tree transplantation drives bear fruit

    We must ensure tree transplantation drives bear fruit

    The same land is now being used for a new plantation drive, raising questions about accountability, success rates, and the seriousness of compensatory afforestation.

    12 June,2025 07:18 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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