A major air tragedy struck Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon after an Air India flight bound for London reportedly crashed near the airport, triggering a massive emergency response. The aircraft, Flight AI171, was on its way from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick when the incident occurred close to the Meghaninagar area, just outside the airport perimeter.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has confirmed that Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner operating as Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff this afternoon.
The aircraft was carrying 242 individuals, including 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew. It was under the command of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, with First Officer Clive Kundar in the cockpit.
As per latest reports, 265 people were killed in Air India plane crash. Amid the ongoing operation, a high-level investigation is underway into the mishap.
22:06 PM(3 months ago )
Five days after an Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad claimed 270 lives, 162 victims have so far been identified through DNA matching and 120 bodies handed over to their families, a Gujarat minister said on Tuesday. Read More...
13:40 PM(3 months ago )
Last rites of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, pilot in command of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad last week, were performed in Mumbai on Tuesday with his grief-stricken father bidding a heart-wrenching, tearful farewell to his son before the cremation. Read more...
12:07 PM(3 months ago )
Five days after an Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad claimed 270 lives, 135 victims have so far been identified through DNA matching and 101 bodies handed over to their families, officials said on Tuesday.
Authorities are carrying out DNA tests to establish the identity of the victims as many bodies were charred beyond recognition or damaged.
PTI
11:37 AM(3 months ago )
A high-level multi-disciplinary committee formed by the Centre to investigate the Ahmedabad Air India plane crash will submit its report within three months, Union minister Murlidhar Mohol said on Tuesday. Read more...
09:38 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Maharashtra: Father of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, Pushkaraj pays emotional tribute to his son outside their residence in Powai, Mumbai.
— ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2025
Captain Sabharwal was flying the ill-fated London-bound Air India flight that crashed soon after take off in… pic.twitter.com/NStRiMM6BY
09:36 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Maharashtra: Mortal remains of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal brought to his residence in Powai, Mumbai.
— ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2025
He was the captain of the ill-fated London-bound Air India flight that crashed soon after take off in Ahmedabad, on June 12. pic.twitter.com/FNMB0hXM37
09:28 AM(3 months ago )
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who died in the Air India plane crash, was cremated with full state honours at Rajkot on Monday night with politicians led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah paying him floral tributes ahead of the last rites. Read more...
14:35 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad | Former CM Vijay Rupani's wife, Anjali Rupani, bids an emotional farewell to her husband pic.twitter.com/5FkneNWKG4
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
14:34 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad | Gujarat ministers Rushikesh Patel and Harsh Sanghavi pay last respects to former CM Vijay Rupani pic.twitter.com/2NRKo6Uq18
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
14:33 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel lays a wreath as he pays last respects to former CM Vijay Rupani, who died in Air India plane crash pic.twitter.com/yJLvMrZxJ9
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
14:32 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Mortal remains of former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani, who died in Air India plane crash, at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital pic.twitter.com/nrVL02V7SA
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
14:31 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Former Gujarat Deputy CM Nitin Patel arrives at the mortuary block of Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, where the mortal remains of former CM Vijay Rupani are kept pic.twitter.com/YG2iZfsNau
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
11:57 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad | Former CM, late Vijay Rupani's wife, Anjali Rupani, along with her son, Rushabh Rupani, arrive at the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital pic.twitter.com/7pLAoAtCc7
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
11:52 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad | Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel arrives at the mortuary complex of the Civil Hospital. State Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi also present." pic.twitter.com/BTxJQJk67T
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
11:17 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | A team from Boeing arrives at the Air India plane crash site in Ahmedabad, Gujarat pic.twitter.com/efyoypvWSL
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
11:15 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Family of former CM Vijay Rupani leaves from their residence in Gandhinagar, for Ahmedabad.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
The mortal remains of the former CM will be handed over to them by Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad shortly. The mortal remains will be taken to Rajkot by air… pic.twitter.com/43fi9jA5JT
11:14 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel leaves from Gandhinagar for Ahmedabad.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
The mortal remains of former CM Vijay Rupani will be handed over to his family by Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad. The mortal remains will be taken to Rajkot by air and reach there at 2 pm. The last rites… pic.twitter.com/9VkIcbaLye
11:12 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat: Personal Secretary of former CM Vijay Rupani, Shailesh Mandalia gets emotional as he remembers the late leader. Visuals from Vijay Rupani's residence in Gandhinagar. #AirIndiaPlaneCrash pic.twitter.com/TE7t0MMUEj
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
11:09 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Gujarat: US officials and the officials of Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) arrive in Ahmedabad. They are now heading to the site of the 12th June plane crash, to conduct an inspection.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
Visuals from Ahmedabad airport, as they leave for… pic.twitter.com/WmtxCAcpZD
10:56 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gandhinagar | Rushabh Rupani, son of former CM late Vijay Rupani, says, " This is a sad time not just for our family but also for the other 270 families. I thank the Police, Aarogya staff, Civil Defence, Fire Services and RSS workers for their rescue efforts during this… pic.twitter.com/rLzxVEbDPK
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
10:55 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gandhinagar | Nimit Mishra, son-in-law of former CM late Vijay Rupani, says, "These are extremely tragic times not just for us but for each and every one who has lost a loved one. We are finding it extremely difficult to go through these days. We are expressing… pic.twitter.com/ld7BVy13QC
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
10:54 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Gujarat: State Police personnel arrive at the VIP Gate of the mortuary of Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad for the guard of honour to former CM Vijay Rupani.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
His mortal remains will be handed over to his family shortly. The last rites will be performed… pic.twitter.com/02E1jxA90Y
10:53 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel arrives at the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad. The mortal remains of former CM Vijay Rupani will be handed over to his family shortly. The mortal remains will be taken to Rajkot by air and reach there at 2 pm. The last… pic.twitter.com/x4Wgk1xrqn
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
10:52 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Ahmedabad: Additional Medical Superintendent of Civil Hospital, Dr. Rajnish Patel says, "Of the bodies brought to Civil Hospital, DNA matching of 92 (body remains) is complete, of this (the number of) individuals is 87 because there is duplication.… pic.twitter.com/7S5yxUzVSc
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
10:50 AM(3 months ago )
10:49 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad, Gujarat: "Maybe we will be able to speak later...We saw what you guys can see...It’s just the same, as you can see from here..," said an expert from the UK who reached the #AirIndiaPlaneCrash site in Ahmedabad to conduct an inspection on 15th June. pic.twitter.com/gyr3F0QHUl
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
10:48 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Rajkot, Gujarat: Chairman of Ramnathpara crematorium in Rajkot gives details on the last rites of former CM Vijay Rupani, which will be performed here today.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
He says, "...The 'agni sanskar' of Vijay Rupani will be performed here...The 'agni sanskar' will be performed… pic.twitter.com/UMNVlmeXk1
10:46 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat: The last rites of former CM Vijay Rupani will be performed with state honours today, in Rajkot. Around 2000 kilograms of flowers will be used on the hearse van that will carry his mortal remains. pic.twitter.com/9WmzItvqQ6
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
10:45 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat: Tricolour being brought to the Civil Hospital mortuary in Ahmedabad, to be draped over the mortal remains of former CM Vijay Rupani, who died in #AirIndiaPlaneCrash.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
Today, at 11.30 am, his family will receive his mortal remains from the Hospital. The mortal… pic.twitter.com/YsxSz0i36U
10:43 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat: Hoardings paying tribute to the victims of #AirIndiaPlaneCrash, including former CM Vijay Rupani, put up in Ahmedabad.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
Today, at 11.30 am, the former CM's family will receive his mortal remains from the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad. The mortal remains will be… pic.twitter.com/ZGNLO3qMm8
09:40 AM(3 months ago )
Three 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 80 victims through DNA matching, including that of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.
Authorities have handed over 33 bodies to the victims’ families, officials said on Sunday. Read more...
09:02 AM(3 months ago )
Officials investigating the Air India plane crash here have confirmed the Cockpit Voice Recorder has been found, a crucial discovery to help ascertain the possible cause of the accident that killed 270 persons, including 241 on board.
Earlier, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) had confirmed that only the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) of the ill-fated plane was found. Read more...
19:59 PM(3 months ago )
The first meeting of the high-level multi-disciplinary committee set up by the government to look into the Ahmedabad plane crash will be held on Monday here, sources said. Read More...
18:15 PM(3 months ago )
Three days after a London-bound Air India plane crashed in Ahmedabad, authorities here have so far identified 47 victims through DNA testing and bodies of 24 have been handed over to their families, an official said on Sunday. Read More...
15:40 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gandhinagar, Gujarat: On former CM Vijay Rupani's death, Union Minister Nimuben Bambhaniya says, "The plane accident that happened in Ahmedabad is truly sad. Former CM Vijay Rupani died in that accident. He knew every BJP worker very well. We won't be able to fill his… pic.twitter.com/Tz8vfputVj
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
14:40 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gandhinagar, Gujarat: On former CM Vijay Rupani, BJP MLA Rita Patel says, "Our former CM's DNA test is done, and the positive result is now out. Now, his mortal remains will be taken to Rajkot to his family... Following this, a program will be organised to allow North… pic.twitter.com/gwrYyO2cQK
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
13:55 PM(3 months ago )
The DNA samples of the mortal remains of former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, who was on board the Air India plane which crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, have matched with that of his relatives, a state minister said on Sunday.
Rupani was among the 241 passengers killed in the horrific tragedy. Read more...
13:04 PM(3 months ago )
Three days after a London-bound Air India plane crashed in Ahmedabad, authorities here have so far identified 32 victims through DNA testing and bodies of 14 have been handed over to their families, an official said on Sunday.
The process of DNA matching of former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, who also died in the June 12 plane crash, was underway, additional civil superintendent Dr Rajnish Patel told reporters.
The victims identified so far were from different places in Gujarat and Rajasthan, he said
PTI
12:29 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Aryan Asari, the boy who recorded a viral video showing the crash of Air India flight 171 on 12th June, says "I came here on June 12. The plane was passing from very close, so I thought of shooting a video so I could show it to my friends. The… pic.twitter.com/tGOZPrBgNa
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
12:26 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Banchha Nidhi Pani, Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad, says "During the operation, the black box had to be recovered. The black box is either in the front or in the back. Fortunately, in this case, the tail end was not destroyed, and it was stuck… pic.twitter.com/8LWEjNzz2D
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
12:24 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Banchha Nidhi Pani, Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad, says "101 fire vehicles were there, more than 100 ambulances, including 35 ambulances from private trusts. Around 46 different earthmover equipment, including JCB, excavators, and Cranes,… pic.twitter.com/Hbqu7e3aUd
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
10:17 AM(3 months ago )
The world continues to mourn the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash, which has shaken people across the globe.
In a poignant tribute, internationally acclaimed sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a touching sand sculpture on the shores of Puri beach. Read more...
09:43 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Ahmedabad: On former CM Vijay Rupani, Additional Medical Superintendent of Civil Hospital Dr. Rajnish Patel says, "The identification process of the body of former CM Vijay Rupani is still underway. We have still not been able to match the DNA. We… pic.twitter.com/dBx6VQPqG7
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
09:42 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Ahmedabad: Additional Medical Superintendent of Civil Hospital Dr. Rajnish Patel says, "The bodies of 31 DNAs have been matched. 12 bodies have been handed over to their respective family members. We are waiting for others to come and collect the… pic.twitter.com/EjrWdldRHn
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
09:41 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad, Gujarat | Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) team visits the London-bound Air India flight crash site. pic.twitter.com/WTZRD4pbdO
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
09:39 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad, Gujarat | Commissioner of Police, GS Malik visits the London-bound Air India flight's crash site. pic.twitter.com/6vWAlnvIto
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
09:38 AM(3 months ago )
Türkiye government clarifies on reports that the maintenance of the Boeing 787-8 passenger aircraft was carried out by Turkish Technic’ following the crash of an Air India passenger aircraft.
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
The claim that ‘the maintenance of the Boeing 787-8 passenger aircraft was carried… https://t.co/VVp3CP3qUB pic.twitter.com/JE4C0Py9I0
09:20 AM(3 months ago )
The Gujarat government will assign grief counsellors to the families of victims of the Ahmedabad Air India plane crash to deal with the mental trauma, a senior official has said. Read more...
08:41 AM(3 months ago )
Authorities at the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital have so far identified 19 victims of the June 12 Air India plane crash through DNA testing, state minister Harsh Sanghavi said on Saturday.
DNA tests are being carried out as bodies of the victims of the horrific plane crash are either charred beyond recognition or have been severely damaged on impact, officials said.
PTI
21:55 PM(3 months ago )
Authorities at the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital have so far identified eleven victims of the June 12 Air India plane crash through DNA testing and started the process to hand over the bodies to their relatives, officials said on Saturday. Read More...
20:21 PM(3 months ago )
Air India on Saturday announced it will provide an interim payment of Rs 25 lakh to the families of the deceased and survivors of the Ahmedabad plane crash.
This interim payment is in addition to the Rs 1 crore compensation already announced by the parent company, Tata Sons, Air India said in a statement. Read More...
15:59 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Air India Plane Crash | Ahmedabad: BJ Medical College Dean Dr Meenakshi Paresh says, "Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau has vacated all the hostels of Atulyam for investigation. The accommodation of the postgraduate students living in those hostels has been… pic.twitter.com/sTeQdQHS2r
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
15:58 PM(3 months ago )
Air India spokesperson says, "Air India is in the process of completing the one-time safety checks directed by the Indian aviation regulator, DGCA. These checks are being carried out on the Boeing 787 fleet as they return to India, before being cleared for their next operations.… pic.twitter.com/Lu9Qgt09pA
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
15:55 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Delhi: Samir Kumar Sinha, Secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, says "On 12th June around 2PM, we received the information that the plane going from Ahmedabad to Gatwick London had crashed. We immediately got detailed information about this… pic.twitter.com/AtrriJeCQn
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
15:42 PM(3 months ago )
SBI Life has simplified claims processes, as a measure to aid families of victims of the tragic AI 171 plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025.
Understanding the overwhelming emotional strain that arise from procedural challenges in such situations, SBI Life has eased the claim process to offer faster financial assistance. SBI Life will not insist on submission of death certificate from the claimant. SBI Life will consider evidence of death from an official government record or entries from governmental portals, municipal records or e-governance databases as proof of death. Read more...
15:20 PM(3 months ago )
Air India and Air India Express will do away with flight number '171' after the fatal crash of the Air India plane that killed 241 people onboard on Thursday, according to sources.
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft that went down soon after take-off was operating the flight 'AI 171' from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick.
PTI
15:19 PM(3 months ago )
A total of 270 bodies of the victims of the Air India plane crash have been brought to the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital so far, its doctors said on Saturday.
The authorities had earlier pegged the death toll at 265.
In the last 24 hours, the city fire brigade has recovered one body as well as some body parts from the plane crash site, officials said.
PTI
14:24 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gandhinagar, Gujarat: After visiting the residence of former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani, who died in the #AhmedabadPlaneCrash on 12th June, BJP leader Bhupendrasinh Chudasma, says "His last rites will be performed in Rajkot. The date is subject to the result of the DNA… pic.twitter.com/QHLFGGGffa
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
14:22 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Gandhinagar: Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi reaches the London-bound Air India flight's crash site.
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
Of the 242 people onboard the plane, 241 people, including the crew members, died in the crash. pic.twitter.com/vN5K9oChpz
14:19 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Kalaburagi, Karnataka: On #AhmedabadPlaneCrash, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi says, "This is very unfortunate, and the Indian government and the DGCA will investigate it thoroughly... They will take whatever precautions they want, and for those who have died, they will… pic.twitter.com/w4SLVmAyyF
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
12:04 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal says, "I am here for a conference. I have expressed my deep condolences to all those who lost their lives in #AirIndiaPlaneCrash..." pic.twitter.com/Tcj2nV6lpg
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
12:01 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Gandhinagar | Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi says, "Today a meeting was organised in the Forensic Science Laboratory of the entire Forensic Science Gujarat team, which is working to match the DNA of every family as soon as possible. The Indian… https://t.co/je2v6RzaQj pic.twitter.com/gsMhdqmqEE
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
11:54 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Ahmedabad: Priti Pandya, daughter of deceased passenger of AI-171, a british national, Ramesh Patel, says "He came to India on 4th June just for 9 days. He came to Ahmedabad to have fruits; he loved Indian fruits. He video called me on Tuesday, I… pic.twitter.com/JHu5aAL5kR
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
11:51 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Gandhinagar: Gujarat police officials also reach the Directorate of Forensic Sciences, where Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi is present to review the DNA testing process. https://t.co/je2v6RzaQj pic.twitter.com/9xHMvIoz9N
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
11:47 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | Gandhinagar: Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi visits the Directorate of Forensic Sciences of Home Department, to review the DNA testing process. The Home Secretary, IGP of IB and Director of FSL will join him. pic.twitter.com/uwYZPI9fqb
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
11:45 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AhmedabadPlaneCrash | NSG, NDRF, Air Force, FSL, Fire rescue force, AAIB, DGCA, and CISF teams inspect the wreckage of the ill-fated London-bound Air India flight on the rooftop of the doctors' hostel in Ahmedabad. pic.twitter.com/oVZ4EF6OJo
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
08:48 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Visuals from the BJ Medical College, where families of #AhmedabadPlaneCrash victims arrive to provide DNA samples. pic.twitter.com/OhbSzMs9BZ
— ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2025
08:30 AM(3 months ago )
A High Level Multi-disciplinary Committee is constituted for examining the causes leading to the crash of the Air India Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick Airport (London) on June 12, 2025.
— MoCA_GoI (@MoCA_GoI) June 13, 2025
The Committee will examine the existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and… pic.twitter.com/84h96oHT5f
22:03 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndiaCrash | OTV's team reached ground zero to provide updates on the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad pic.twitter.com/zWOCgkheIB
— OTV (@otvnews) June 13, 2025
21:37 PM(3 months ago )
Bhumi Chauhan was crestfallen when she was not allowed to board the Air India Ahmedabad-London flight due to a 10 minute delay on her part, but knowledge about its horrific fate some time later made her realise traffic congestion in Ahmedabad had just delivered a miracle in her life. Read More...
21:02 PM(3 months ago )
What should be done if there is a danger in flight or a mechanical fault is observed? What is the cockpit area of the aircraft? What is the black box? How is all data preserved in the black box? WATCH our report...#CrashInvestigation #AirIndiaCrash pic.twitter.com/Kj3Mp6xsyF
— OTV (@otvnews) June 13, 2025
20:24 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Ahmedabad Plane Crash | Surat: Civil Hospital doctors pay tribute to victims of Ahmedabad Plane Crash Incident pic.twitter.com/vhwMfgxWre
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
20:15 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Ahmedabad, Gujarat | Dr Prateek Joshi, a radiologist working in London, his wife, Dr Komi Joshi, a pathologist working in Rajasthan, and their three children, a 9-year-old girl and 4-year-old twin boys, were among 241 passengers who lost their lives… pic.twitter.com/pJnTp1daJP
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
18:42 PM(3 months ago )
Aviation watchdog DGCA on Friday ordered enhanced safety inspection of Air India's Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet, a day after 241 people onboard died in the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Read More...
17:53 PM(3 months ago )
DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) orders enhanced safety inspection on Boeing 787-8/9 fleet of Air India pic.twitter.com/bj62WbWc9O
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
15:24 PM(3 months ago )
Met the family of Shri Vijaybhai Rupani Ji.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 13, 2025
It is unimaginable that Vijaybhai is not in our midst. I’ve known him for decades. We worked together, shoulder to shoulder, including during some of the most challenging times. Vijaybhai was humble and hardworking, firmly committed… pic.twitter.com/KbmDsKtARG
15:17 PM(3 months ago )
Met those injured in the aftermath of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, including the lone survivor and assured them that we are with them and their families in this tough time. The entire nation is praying for their speedy recovery.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 13, 2025
14:25 PM(3 months ago )
Bhumi Chauhan, who moved to London two years ago on a study visa and is currently in India, is thanking God and her stars for missing the ill-fated Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad as she got stuck in traffic and reached the airport late.
13:43 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat ATS recovered a Digital Video Recorder (DVR) from the debris of the Air India plane that crashed yesterday in Ahmedabad.
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
An ATS personnel says, "It's a DVR, which we have recovered from the debris. The FSL team will come here soon." pic.twitter.com/zZg9L4kptY
13:29 PM(3 months ago )
Former chief minister Vijay Rupani considered 1206 his lucky number and ensured it featured on all vehicles he owned over the years.
12:38 PM(3 months ago )
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh is the lone survivor of the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash that claimed the lives of around 265 people, including the pilots and cabin crew. His narrow escape from death is no less than a miracle.
11:29 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a review meeting with the officials at the airport in Ahmedabad in the wake of yesterday's #AirIndiaPlaneCrash.
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
(Source - DD) pic.twitter.com/V9M0B5RDsb
11:11 AM(3 months ago )
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met those injured in the Air India plane crash at the civil hospital in Ahmedabad.
10:43 AM(3 months ago )
We are all devastated by the air tragedy in Ahmedabad. The loss of so many lives in such a sudden and heartbreaking manner is beyond words. Condolences to all the bereaved families. We understand their pain and also know that the void left behind will be felt for years to come.…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 13, 2025
10:32 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Gujarat | PM Narendra Modi, after visiting the #AirIndiaPlaneCrash site and the civil hospital to meet those injured in the tragic incident, arrives at the domestic airport in Ahmedabad. pic.twitter.com/dA1m92WkJt
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
10:20 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | PM Modi meets and enquires about the health condition of those injured in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad pic.twitter.com/QCFrmdSEXx
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
10:14 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets the lone survivor of yesterday's #AirIndiaPlaneCrash.
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
241 of 242 who were onboard the plane lost their lives.
(Source - DD) pic.twitter.com/tVXoscmOPE
10:05 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | PM Modi visited the #AirIndiaCrash site and assessed the ground situation today.
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
(Video source: DD) pic.twitter.com/Mamim5HgBm
10:03 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | British High Commission officials arrive at domestic airport, Ahmedabad. pic.twitter.com/GOrha3BNvD
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
10:01 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | PM Modi leaves from Ahmedabad Civil Hospital after meeting the plane crash victims pic.twitter.com/pU9geHqJb0
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
10:00 AM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | PM Modi visits Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to meet those injured in AI-171 plane crash pic.twitter.com/ebUFXSTT8o
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
08:59 AM(3 months ago )
PM Modi's cavalcade has arrived at the site of the AI-171 flight crash in Ahmedabad.
#WATCH | PM Modi's cavalcade has arrived at the site of the AI-171 flight crash that claimed the lives of 241 people, including 12 crew members onboard pic.twitter.com/eMvW0DoY4v
— ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2025
08:45 AM(3 months ago )
As per ANI reports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ahmedabad today. The PM is likely to meet the injured.
22:27 PM(3 months ago )
Union minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that the temperature in the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad was so high due to burning fuel that there was no chance to save anyone. Read More...
22:05 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "This afternoon, Air India flight AI-171 crashed and many passengers are feared dead. The entire nation is grieving and is standing together with the bereaved families... The central government received… pic.twitter.com/CZG5nlsA5P
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
21:30 PM(3 months ago )
In a heartbreaking yet extraordinary turn of events, a survivor has been traced from the wreckage of the Air India flight that crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash pic.twitter.com/WyAjb0SihH
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
21:07 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Ahmedabad Plane Crash | The latest visuals from the doctors' hostel, where the London-bound Air India flight crashed, show the extent of damage. (ANI) pic.twitter.com/wuGlOsQfA9
21:06 PM(3 months ago )
Failure of both engines or a bird hit soon after take-off could be among the probable causes that led to the fatal crash of a London-bound Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard, according to experts. Read More...
20:37 PM(3 months ago )
In a heartbreaking yet extraordinary turn of events, a survivor has been traced from the wreckage of the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon. Read More...
20:05 PM(3 months ago )
Tata Group will provide Rs 1 crore to the family of each person who died in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
The aircraft, carrying 242 people, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed immediately after takeoff on Thursday afternoon. Read More...
19:49 PM(3 months ago )
'Tata Group will provide ₹1 crore to the families of each person who has lost their life in this tragedy'
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
We are deeply anguished by the tragic event involving Air India Flight 171. No words can adequately express the grief we feel at this moment. Our thoughts and prayers are… pic.twitter.com/VVHY6MmKrn
19:48 PM(3 months ago )
#BIG_BREAKING
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Speaking to ANI on a phone call, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik says, "The police found one survivor in seat 11A. One survivor has been found in the hospital and is under treatment. Cannot say anything about the number of deaths yet. The death toll may… pic.twitter.com/OZSeXG6o4L
19:47 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani dead; Union Minister CR Patil confirms death pic.twitter.com/RCqonuQ61o
19:05 PM(3 months ago )
Ahmedabad | Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu arrives at the Air India plane crash site to take stock of the situation (ANI) pic.twitter.com/W28RZxHt8v
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
18:34 PM(3 months ago )
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday offered “deepest condolences” to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the plane crash at Ahmedabad, the Kremlin said here. Read More...
18:27 PM(3 months ago )
The Ahmedabad airport on Thursday resumed operations with limited flights after a brief halt following the crash of an Air India's UK-bound passenger aircraft. Read More...
18:19 PM(3 months ago )
Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will probe the Air India plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, according to an official.
Air India's Dreamliner Boeing 787 aircraft, involved in the crash, had 242 people on board, including 12 crew members. Read More...
18:18 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
5 medical students dead!
Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad: 5 medical students reportedly dead as the plane crashed onto hostel; 4 UG and 1 PG medical student reportedly among deceased; some other students reportedly injured; plane… pic.twitter.com/0gRtrRbQgU
18:02 PM(3 months ago )
India witnessed a major aviation tragedy on Thursday afternoon when an Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Read More...
18:01 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Ahmedabad Plane Crash | Visuals from the doctors' hostel where the London-bound Air India flight crashed. The tail fin of the aircraft seen on the premises. (ANI) pic.twitter.com/SnxU8IBLun
18:00 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndiaPlaneCrash #AirIndiaCrash #AhmedabadPlaneCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Gujarat: Anxious family members gather outside the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad as they rush here to get an update about their loved ones who were on board the ill-fated London-bound Air India aircraft.
A man breaks down… pic.twitter.com/jpAcLpkSKo
17:44 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
"My sister-in-law was going to London. Within an hour, I got news that the plane had crashed. So I have come here, to the hospital" (ANI) pic.twitter.com/IBJlYiXJ0A
17:34 PM(3 months ago )
Ministry of Civil Aviation:
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
UPDATE: Ahmedabad Airport is now available for flight operations from 16:05 IST onwards. Flight safety protocols are being followed with utmost care. pic.twitter.com/lkL691PeHq
17:32 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Gujarat: The nose area of the ill-fated London-bound Air India aircraft crashed into a building in Ahmedabad. Visuals from the spot.
Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from (Ahmedabad to London Gatwick)… pic.twitter.com/TuL4fGXiRi
17:06 PM(3 months ago )
"I am deeply distressed to learn about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. It is a heart-rending disaster. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected people. The nation stands with them in this hour of indescribable grief."
17:05 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
"My sister was going to London. She had her flight around 1.10 pm, but the flight crashed," says Bhawna Patel as she arrived at the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad, Gujarat pic.twitter.com/GNMdgEIWAQ
17:04 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Ahmedabad | "As I was going to board an Indigo flight, I saw thick smoke coming out in the distance. Soon after boarding the aircraft, an announcement for a flight delay was made. Later, we got to know through the media that a flight… pic.twitter.com/CiDf6EBxS9
16:40 PM(3 months ago )
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Air India confirms 169 Indians, 53 British among passengers#AirIndia #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndiaFlightCrash pic.twitter.com/oTSgDUpoQ3
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
16:20 PM(3 months ago )
PM Narendra Modi: The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected. pic.twitter.com/qOKTyKClDs
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
16:19 PM(3 months ago )
'CISF rescue operations underway at AI 171 Crash Site, Ahmedabad. Following the tragic crash of London-bound Air India flight AI 171 near Ahmedabad Airport, #CISF personnel immediately activated emergency protocols and rushed to the site. Rescue operations are being carried out… pic.twitter.com/TdJUdOtBdc
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
16:18 PM(3 months ago )
#AirIndiaCrash
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom:
"The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating. I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with… pic.twitter.com/ISPz7uVEtE
16:16 PM(3 months ago )
Ministry of Civil Aviation:
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
In light of the AI171 crash, an Operational Control Room has been activated at the Ministry of Civil Aviation to coordinate all details.
Contact: 011-24610843 | 9650391859 We are committed to swift response and full support to all affected. pic.twitter.com/6yCuwJZSBB
16:15 PM(3 months ago )
Multiple agencies involved in rescue and relief operations at the Air India plane crash site in Ahmedabad; Debris with smoke emanating lies spread across the site (ANI)#AirIndiaCrash #AirIndia pic.twitter.com/zIqIvLqA6K
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
15:43 PM(3 months ago )
In a concerning development, Air India has confirmed that Flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident shortly after take-off this afternoon. The flight departed from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 13:38 IST and was en route to London Gatwick when the incident occurred. Read More...
15:42 PM(3 months ago )
Confirmed details emerge... -Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off. -The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. -Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals. -The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information. Air India is giving its full cooperation to the authorities investigating this incident.
(Air India)
15:34 PM(3 months ago )
#BIG_BREAKING
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
London-bound Air India Plane with 242 onboard crashes near Ahmedabad Airport #AirIndiaCrash #AirIndia pic.twitter.com/qgvSj0hauY
15:30 PM(3 months ago )
Debris at Air India plane crash site in Ahmedabad; Fire Services and other agencies present at the site Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board… pic.twitter.com/RlFkGwE8mO
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
15:20 PM(3 months ago )
#WATCH | Air India plane crash site in Gujarat's Ahmedabad Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from (Ahmedabad to Gatwick) has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board the aircraft, consisting of 2 pilots and 10… pic.twitter.com/uQWh1HbTBg
— OTV (@otvnews) June 12, 2025
15:19 PM(3 months ago )
"With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event. At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families. We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted. Further updates will be shared as we receive more verified information. An emergency centre has been activated and support team have been set up for families seeking information," tweeted Air India Chairman.
15:16 PM(3 months ago )
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to the Minister of Civil Aviation, Rammohan Naidu, and took stock of the Air India flight crash incident in Ahmedabad. The Minister informed the Prime Minister that he is rushing to Ahmedabad to oversee rescue and relief operations on the ground. The Prime Minister has directed the Minister to ensure all necessary support is extended immediately and asked to be kept regularly updated on the situation. All relevant agencies are on high alert, and coordinated efforts are underway, informed the Office of Rammohan Naidu.
15:14 PM(3 months ago )
Capt Sumeet Sabharwal is an LTC with 8200 hours of experience. The copilot had 1100 hours of flying experience. As per ATC, the aircraft departed from Ahmadabad at 1339 IST (0809 UTC) from runway 23. It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter, no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC. Aircraft immediately after departure from Runway 23, fell on the ground outside the airport perimeter. Heavy black smoke was seen coming from the accident site, said DGCA.
15:13 PM(3 months ago )
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed deep concern over the crash and said he had spoken with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the State Home Minister, and Police Commissioner G.S. Malik. He also assured all necessary assistance from the Central government in managing the emergency and its aftermath.
15:12 PM(3 months ago )
Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from (Ahmedabad to Gatwick) has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board the aircraft, consisting of 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew. The aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar, informed Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
15:10 PM(3 months ago )
A major air tragedy struck Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon after an Air India flight bound for London reportedly crashed near the airport, triggering a massive emergency response. The aircraft, Flight AI171, was on its way from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick when the incident occurred close to the Meghaninagar area, just outside the airport perimeter... Read More.
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