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As I bid goodbye to you, dear reader, I joyfully surrender a textual body that thrived over nearly 10 years to the dictates of fate in the hope that it may either ferment or take root... [Read More]
05 December,2025 07:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D`melloIt is challenging to stay visible as a mother in the 21st century, when the world insists on shackling you, throttling your voice by making it impossible for you to find the time to sit still and think... [Read More]
28 November,2025 08:08 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D`melloSustaining a writer’s vocation is deeply linked to an individual’s commitment to words, not when they are succeeding, but when they are floundering, even failing... [Read More]
21 November,2025 06:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D`melloIn today’s times, when relentless productivity is idealised, we must realise the simple fact that taking breaks between activities is not the same thing as being lazy... [Read More]
14 November,2025 06:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D`melloBesides being an act of decolonialism, eating with one’s bare fingers is a radically immersive activity where the unique flavour of every ingredient of food is maximised... [Read More]
07 November,2025 06:37 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D`melloThe winners of the 71st National Film Awards were announced in August and, today, on September 23, the winners are being honoured with their awards. They were conferred by President Droupadi Murmu at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi. Several celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Mohanlal, Vikrant Massey among others graced the occasion and expressed excitement. ... [Read More]
23 September,2025 08:07 PM ISTThe winners of the 71st National Film Awards was announced by the jury members on August 1. Here we take a look at some of the popular films mentioned by the jury and where you can watch them... [Read More]
03 August,2025 10:51 PM ISTA Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara area on Monday, killing at least 20 people, mostly children (Pics/ AFP)... [Read More]
21 July,2025 06:08 AM ISTThe preliminary report into the crash of Air India flight AI171 last month has raised more questions, the airline`s CEO said as he defended the fitness of pilots and aircraft saying no mechanical or maintenance issues have been flagged in the report. Chief Executive Officer Campbell Wilson said the probe into the June 12 crash of an Air India plane in Ahmedabad, which killed all but one of the 242 onboard and 19 others on ground, was far from over and it is unwise to jump to any premature conclusions (File pics, text: PTI)... [Read More]
14 July,2025 05:55 PM ISTThe Indian Navy commissioned INS Tamal (F 71) on 01 July 2025 at Yantar Shipyard, Kaliningrad, Russia, in presence of VAdm Sanjay Jasjit Singh, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command. VAdm Rajaram Swaminathan, Controller Warship Production and Acquisition, VAdm Sergie Lipin, Commander Baltic Fleet of the Russian Federation Navy, were also present on the occasion. (Pics/ Defence PRO)... [Read More]
01 July,2025 09:46 PM ISTDespite a spirited effort with the bat under the young leadership of Shubman Gill, India faltered in defending a challenging target of 371, ultimately succumbing to a five-wicket loss in the series opener. With the second Test slated to commence at Edgbaston in Birmingham on July 2, the Indian think tank faces several pressing selection dilemmas. Insights from the team’s first practice session in Birmingham have already shed light on possible tactical shifts (Photos: BCCI/AFP)... [Read More]
28 June,2025 04:39 PM ISTEngland clawed their way back into the contest on Day 2 of the first Test at Headingley, Leeds, halting India’s charge and bowling them out for 471. Despite Rishabh Pant’s typically aggressive 134, England regained control of the match with disciplined bowling. It was a rare feat, with India becoming one of the few teams in Test history to be bowled out for a sub-500 score despite three individual centuries. Here’s a look at three other times when teams managed to post modest totals despite three batsmen reaching three figures (Photos: AFP)... [Read More]
21 June,2025 08:26 PM ISTThe 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 ISTTwo United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft were involved in a ground collision at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on September 2, 2025. Flight 1871 to Denver struck the tail of Flight 796, which was bound for Boston. Both flights were cancelled, leading to major delays for passengers.... [Read More]
04 September,2025 07:13 PM ISTFollowing the release of the AAIB`s preliminary report on the June 12 Air India Dreamliner crash, victims’ families, including Vikram Goswami, uncle of Sanket Goswami, have rejected the findings, calling for a deeper investigation. As grief and unanswered questions mount, aviation expert Umang Jani, Head of Aviation at Indus University, is stepping in to decode cockpit data and assess technical aspects of the report... [Read More]
13 July,2025 01:04 PM ISTAviation expert Sanat Kaul has raised serious concerns over a possible technical fault in Air India’s Boeing 787 after the tragic AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau’s preliminary report reveals both engines lost thrust just 90 seconds after take-off, with cockpit audio showing pilots confused about a sudden fuel cutoff. The expert dismisses pilot error and questions how the switch got turned off. Meanwhile, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu urges caution, stating it’s too early to conclude and that the final report is awaited. Families of the victims continue to demand answers and accountability.... [Read More]
12 July,2025 08:18 PM ISTA month after the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad that claimed 260 lives, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has released its preliminary report. The report reveals a shocking mid-air incident where fuel switches for both engines unexpectedly moved from ‘RUN’ to ‘CUTOFF’ seconds after takeoff. Cockpit audio captured a brief, chilling exchange between the pilots — one asking, “Why did you cut off?”, and the other replying, “I did not.” The incident triggered a total loss of power, a failed relight attempt, and a final “MAYDAY” call moments before the crash.... [Read More]
12 July,2025 01:27 PM ISTThe Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) in New Delhi has successfully retrieved and downloaded black box data from the crashed Air India Flight AI-171. Using advanced tools like a "golden chassis," the team confirmed data integrity. The probe, led by AAIB, includes experts from the Indian Air Force, HAL, the U.S. NTSB, Boeing, and GE. This international effort aims to uncover the cause of the crash that killed 241 people and enhance future aviation safety.... [Read More]
28 June,2025 11:25 AM ISTThe Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has officially confirmed that data from the black boxes of the ill-fated Air India Flight AI-171 has been successfully recovered. As per a circular issued by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), both the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR) were retrieved from the crash site in Ahmedabad and transported under high security to Delhi. The data extraction process began on June 24 at the AAIB Lab in the presence of Indian and US experts from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The memory modules have been accessed, and analysis is now underway to reconstruct the chain of events leading to the tragic crash on June 13, 2025.... [Read More]
27 June,2025 03:48 PM ISTFollowing the Ahmedabad plane crash, Gujarat authorities delivered a swift, sensitive, and protocol-driven response. Forensic teams worked tirelessly to identify victims, adapting procedures without compromising standards. Special care was taken for the pilot and co-pilot, while embalming and documentation ensured dignified transport of remains. The state`s coordinated and compassionate handling of the tragedy has been praised as a model for disaster management... [Read More]
20 June,2025 11:33 AM ISTIn the wake of the deadly Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad, the DGCA has introduced strict new draft rules to regulate high-rise structures near airports. The proposed Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions) Rules, 2025, will empower authorities to identify and demolish or trim buildings and trees that breach safety height limits around aerodromes. The move is aimed at preventing future accidents caused by physical obstructions in flight paths. Property owners must comply within 60 days or face action. The government has invited public suggestions before final approval.... [Read More]
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