She is the editor of Sunday Mid-day and writes on health. She has interests in Mumbai`s architectural heritage and her favourite escape is a good, deep-sea dive or a piece of fantasy. Twitter: @cgitanjali Instagram: @gitanjali.chandrasekharan
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02 May,2021 08:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Gitanjali ChandrasekharanA visually impaired triathlete is attempting what no blind man from India before him has—the full Ironman. His sighted pro-athlete guiding partner and their coach talk of what it means to work together towards the finish line... [Read More]
28 March,2021 07:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Gitanjali ChandrasekharanShutting down your kitchen is the best nightly ritual you need for a happy morning. And it’s been finding fans across social media. Here’s what it includes... [Read More]
28 March,2021 07:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Gitanjali ChandrasekharanThe kits have now been supplied across India, including private labs, government hospitals and Army hospitals. The Indian government has also shared kits with countries like Bhutan on humanitarian grounds.... [Read More]
21 March,2021 09:02 AM IST | Mumbai | Gitanjali ChandrasekharanThis has been my schedule for the last 60 years. A schedule that had come to a halt due to COVID-19 restrictions when the national lockdown was announced in March 2020. Since then, I have been cooped up at home, but I don’t feel like I am missing much outside, except for these weekly bhajan meets.... [Read More]
21 March,2021 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Gitanjali ChandrasekharanThe mortal remains of Saineeta Chakravarti, a crew member of the ill-fated Air India flight AI171, arrived at her residence in Juhu on Monday morning—four days after the London-bound plane crashed in Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff. (Photo Credit/ Special arrangement)... [Read More]
16 June,2025 07:21 PM ISTThree days after the tragic crash of Air India flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad, which has so far claimed 270 lives, hospital authorities confirmed on Sunday the identification of 47 victims through DNA matching, including that of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani as the relatives on Sunday were seen visiting Ahmedabad. Pics/Nimesh Dave... [Read More]
15 June,2025 10:02 PM ISTThe families of the victims of Air India flight AI171 gathered in distress at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, seeking information about their loved ones who lost their lives in Thursday`s tragic plane crash. The Boeing Dreamliner aicraft crashed into a medical college complex outside the Ahmedabad airport perimeter shortly after takeoff at 1.39 pm. The plane had 242 people onboard, of which only one managed to survive. (Pics/Nimesh Dave)... [Read More]
13 June,2025 08:06 PM ISTAs the world gets ready to celebrate Father`s Day this week on June 17, treat your dad to some delicious food at these restaurants in the city... [Read More]
10 June,2025 09:49 AM ISTThe historic first batch of 17 female cadets was among the 336 cadets who graduated as part of the 148th Course – Spring Term 2025. The milestone event was marked by a grand Passing Out Parade (POP), where a total of 1,341 cadets took part at the iconic Khetarpal Parade Ground in Khadakwasla. (Pics/Defence PRO)... [Read More]
30 May,2025 09:17 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) announced new details about his administration`s USD 175 billion large-scale missile defence initiative, the "Golden Dome", noting that it would be fully operational in under three years. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
21 May,2025 01:49 PM ISTThe Telangana government has asked five departments, including fire and police, to go into the devastating fire in a building that left 17 people dead and submit a report, state Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said on Monday. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
19 May,2025 07:31 PM ISTThe American hard rock band is all set to perform in the city this weekend. While Axl Rose returns, Slash will be joining him for the first time in India to perform with other members of the band... [Read More]
16 May,2025 01:27 AM ISTAn Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai, with a scheduled stop in Kolkata, underwent a mandatory post-landing inspection after a suspected technical glitch was detected. All passengers were safely deplaned, with several later accommodated at a hotel in Kolkata. No injuries were reported. ... [Read More]
17 June,2025 04:50 PM ISTThe mortal remains of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal, one of the victims of the tragic Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad, were brought to his residence in Powai, Mumbai. Family and friends gathered in grief to pay their final respects.... [Read More]
17 June,2025 11:48 AM ISTAhmedabad Municipal Commissioner revealed key details about the recovery of the black box from the crashed Air India Flight AI-171. The crucial flight recorder, which holds data critical to the investigation, was recovered from the wreckage near BJ Medical College. Its contents are expected to help determine the cause of the tragic crash that claimed 241 lives. ... [Read More]
15 June,2025 04:05 PM ISTFollowing the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad that killed all 241 on board, aviation experts are weighing in on possible causes. Preliminary theories suggest a loss of engine thrust, possibly triggered by a bird strike during takeoff. Experts emphasize that while mechanical failure or foreign object ingestion (like birds) are among the likely scenarios, a detailed investigation and black box analysis will confirm the exact cause in the coming days. ... [Read More]
15 June,2025 01:17 PM ISTAfter the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash involving Air India, the government has ordered a detailed inspection of all Boeing 787 aircraft operating in India. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu confirmed that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has begun extended surveillance of the Boeing 787 fleet. Out of 34 such aircraft in India, 8 have already been inspected, and urgent checks are underway for the rest. This step comes amid growing concerns about passenger safety following the crash. ... [Read More]
14 June,2025 04:58 PM ISTA devastating plane crash has claimed the life of a British national, leaving their family shattered with grief. As authorities work to identify all the victims and uncover the cause of the crash, the victim’s loved ones are struggling to come to terms with the sudden and tragic loss. Heart-wrenching scenes unfolded as the family received the news, highlighting the deep emotional toll this disaster has taken. Their sorrow echoes the pain felt by many affected by this tragic aviation incident.... [Read More]
14 June,2025 02:44 PM ISTAn Air India Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed shortly after takeoff, killing all 241 on board. The tragedy shook the nation, prompting an outpouring of grief from the Indian entertainment industry. Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and Alia Bhatt, along with South Indian icons such as Allu Arjun and Chiranjeevi, expressed their sorrow on social media. Veteran actor Anupam Kher shared an emotional video tribute, reflecting the deep impact across the film fraternity. ... [Read More]
13 June,2025 05:36 PM ISTOn June 12, India witnessed one of its worst aviation disasters. Air India Flight 171, bound for London from Ahmedabad, crashed just moments after takeoff. The last words from the cockpit were chilling: “Mayday… no thrust… losing power… unable to lift…” But what exactly is a Mayday call? And what went so wrong that day? Let’s break it down.... [Read More]
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