Turkey Rejects Claims Linking Its Firm To Crashed Air India Dreamliner
Ankara:
Turkey has denied that its firm was involved in the maintenance of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which crashed in Ahmedabad this week. Turkey's Directorate of Communications Center for Countering Disinformation said that the claim that the Turkish Technic carried out the maintenance of the Boeing 787-8 passenger aircraft was 'false'.
'The claim that the crashed aircraft was maintained by Turkish Technic constitutes disinformation aimed at manipulating public opinion regarding Turkiye-India relations,' it posted on X on Friday, a day after an Air India flight to London crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 241 people on board and several others on the ground.
The flight from Ahmedabad crashed into the premises of the BJ Medical College hostel complex moments after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon. One passenger miraculously survived.
'Under the agreements made between Air India and Turkish Technic in 2024 and 2025, maintenance services are provided exclusively for B777-type wide-body aircraft. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner involved in the accident does not fall within the scope of this agreement. To date, Turkish Technic has not conducted maintenance on any Air India aircraft of this type,' it added.
The claim 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 during take-off is false.
The claim that the crashed aircraft was maintained by Turkish Technic constitutes… pic.twitter.com/lmdjVKHMSo
— Dezenformasyonla Mücadele Merkezi (@dmmiletisim) June 13, 2025
It claimed that it was 'aware' of the company that performed the most recent maintenance on the crashed aircraft, but said it was 'beyond its scope to make a statement on this matter to avoid further speculation'.
'The Center for Countering Disinformation will continue to monitor and take the necessary measures against efforts that target the reputation of our flagship brands, which represent Türkiye on the international stage. As the people of Türkiye, we sincerely share the grief of the Indian people over this tragic plane crash,' it said.
The statement comes nearly a month after a Turkish firm that handled the services at nine major airports in India lost its security clearance following Turkey's support of Pakistan over Operation Sindoor.
An order from the Civil Aviation Ministry on May 15 said the security clearance for Celebi Ground Handling India Private Limited was 'revoked with immediate effect in the interest of national security".
The move came after it was found that a majority of the drones fired by Pakistan at India on May 8 included the Turkey-made Asisguard SONGAR and the Bayraktar TB2, an unmanned combat aerial vehicle.
Ankara had then faced a massive backlash with many Indian tourists cancelling trips to the West Asian country.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
33 minutes ago
- Time of India
Ramesh Chennithala urges Kerala govt to curb rising costs
T'puram: Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has urged the state govt urgently intervene in the market to address the issue of rising costs that are making life extremely difficult for people in Kerala. He accused the govt of trying to divert attention from the exploitation of the people by large corporates and multinational corporates (MNCs) by focusing on the Nilambur byelection. "The common man's life is becoming increasingly unbearable. The govt should stop ignoring the issue and take immediate action in the market. In Kerala, the price of coconut oil increased by Rs 70 per kg. Coconut is hard to find at a reasonable price. The price of rice rose by Rs 8 to Rs 15. The cost of all essential goods is skyrocketing. Every new batch of goods from MNCs sees a price increase. The govt is not paying attention to the market. They are creating social issues to divert public attention from the real problems," Chennithala said on Sunday. While inflation significantly decreased in India, it has doubled in Kerala, he said. "According to data from April 2025, the inflation rate in India is only 3.16%. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Were So Beautiful Before; Now Look At Them; Number 10 Will Shock You Reportingly Undo However, during the same period, Kerala recorded the highest inflation rate among Indian states at 5.9%. This indicates the uncontrolled price hikes of essential goods in Kerala. The state's finance department has completely failed. Not only did the debt increase, but the finance department also failed to control the price rise," he said. The govt has always effectively intervened in the market to control price hikes in Kerala. This was achieved by supplying essential goods through Maveli stores and Supplyco outlets. However, the govt is now in a state of complete failure, unable to manage even that. The govt should focus on the fundamental issues, demanded Chennithala. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
NDTV
35 minutes ago
- NDTV
Adani's Haifa Port Unaffected By Iranian Missile Strikes, Ops Normal: Report
Jerusalem: Indian billionaire Gautam Adani-led group's Haifa port in Israel was unharmed by the Iranian ballistic missile attack, with cargo operations progressing unhampered, sources said. Late on Saturday night, Iran targeted Israel's Haifa port and a nearby oil refinery in response to Tel Avi's attack on Iranian nuclear and other targets earlier this week. Sharpnels fell in the chemical terminal at the port and some other projectiles fell at the oil refinery, two sources aware of the matter said. They claimed there were no injuries. Adani's port, however, was not impacted by the strike. A piece of interceptor shrapnel was also found at the Kishan West (Haifa port) but there were no injuries, they said. Cargo operations at the Adani-operated port were unhampered. "There are eight ships in the port now, cargo operations are normal," a source said. The Iranian ballistic missile attack did not inflict any damage to the port or its operations, the sources claimed. Adani group did not immediately offer any comments on the issue. Israel government authorities could not be immediately reached for comments. Haifa port serves as a crucial maritime hub, handling over 30 per cent of Israel's imports. It is owned by Adani Ports, which controls a 70 per cent share. The missiles may have caused damage to a major oil refinery close to the port but there was no official comment on the impact on it. Haifa is less than 2 per cent of the volume handled by Adani Ports and SEZ and contributed about 5 per cent of the revenue. APSEZ handles a total cargo of 10.57 million tonnes. Israel attacked Iran early Friday targeting its nuclear, missile and military infrastructure. Iran later launched retaliatory strikes on Israel. The two countries traded strikes for a third day on Sunday as the Middle East region braced for a protracted conflict. Iran said Israel struck two oil refineries, raising the prospect of a broader assault on Iran's heavily sanctioned energy industry that could affect global markets. Some Iranian missiles evaded Israeli air defences to strike buildings in the heart of the country. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
Pink Villa
37 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Shark Tank India judge Aman Gupta's Rs 700 crore net worth to Rs 1 crore car: Here's everything about his lifestyle
Thanks to Shark Tank India, we are now acquainted with the tireless efforts and strategies that go behind establishing a high-value startup. Aman Gupta, the co-founder and CMO of boAt Lifestyle, is a familiar face to Indian audiences, thanks to his prominent role as one of the primary investors on the show. BoAt is one of India's leading suppliers of audio products. Aman is a go-getter and is never afraid to speak his mind. With his witty remarks and honest feedback, Aman soon made a place in the viewers' hearts. His business insights continue to encourage youth to develop their business acumen. Let's take a look at how it all started and how far he has come in his self-made adventure. Who is Aman Gupta? Shark Tank India Judge's Net Worth, Lifestyle Aman Gupta is a highly strategic investor and skilled entrepreneur. The multi-millionaire businessman is behind boAt's massive popularity nationwide for creating affordable and stylish audio gadgets. Born in New Delhi, India, Aman is a graduate of the Shaheed Bhagat Singh College. He has also done an MBA in Finance and Strategy from the prestigious Indian School of Business. The business tycoon is generously rewarded for his business skills and hard work. He is married to Priya Dagar, a celebrated environmentalist and a policy advisor at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The happy couple is parents to two beautiful daughters. Aman Gupta's net worth is estimated at Rs 720 crores as of 2024, which primarily comes from boAt's massive success and his calculated investments. Aman Gupta's house and car collection Aman is the proud owner of a luxurious bungalow in Delhi, which is a reflection of his enormous fortune. One of his houses in South Delhi costs Rs 15 crore. He also owns a luxurious 7,200-square-foot apartment in Gurugram. The 43-year-old is a gearhead who owns multiple high-end cars in his collection. He owns the BMW 7 series, which costs over Rs 1 crore, and the BMW X1, priced at Rs 40 lakh. Aman takes pride in the fact that an Indian-made company has successfully broken into the international market and that his journey has inspired many youngsters to embark on entrepreneurial journeys of their own. He recalled how many people tried to demotivate him when he wanted to launch his startup, but he paid no heed to such comments. BoAt had a rather humble beginning in a small cafe in Hauz Khas Village. Today, Aman Gupta and BoAt encourage future entrepreneurs to believe in their vision and to continue to hustle despite the setbacks. Disclaimer: All amounts mentioned in the article are sourced from public platforms. In some cases, celebrities or their teams give their inputs too, which we incorporate if provided by them. We take all efforts to share possible accurate numbers, however unless otherwise mentioned they are all approximates. We are open to feedback and suggestions on editorial@
