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Arab Times
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- Arab Times
‘Miracle' Air India survivor haunted by nightmares and guilt
LONDON, July 20: Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the devastating Air India Flight AI171 crash, is struggling to cope with the psychological aftermath of the tragedy that claimed 241 lives, including that of his brother. His family says he suffers recurring nightmares in which he relives the moment of impact and sees 'everyone die.' Ramesh, 40, a British citizen seated in 11A during the ill-fated flight, escaped with cuts to his face and minor chest injuries. Despite the physical recovery, he remains deeply tormented, carrying what relatives describe as an overwhelming sense of survivor's guilt. Dubbed the 'miracle man' and 'God's child' by Indian media, Ramesh has become a symbol of hope. However, his recovery has been overshadowed by grief. His cousin Krunal Keshave, 24, from Leicester, shared: 'He sleeps but not properly. When he does, he dreams he's on the flight again—he saw everyone die in front of him.' The crash, which occurred when the Boeing 787 Dreamliner plummeted shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad and burst into flames upon hitting a residential building, killed 241 of the 242 people on board, including 52 British nationals. Ramesh's brother, Ajay, 35, was among the victims. The brothers had been running a fishing business in Diu, India, returning to the UK during the off-season. Ramesh, still visibly shaken, told The Sun: 'It's a miracle I survived. I'm OK physically, but I feel terrible that I couldn't save Ajay.' The two had tried booking seats together but were forced to sit separately in row 11. 'If we had sat together, maybe we both would've survived,' Ramesh said. 'But I lost my brother right in front of my eyes. I keep thinking—why couldn't I save him?' Ramesh was seated near an emergency exit and managed to crawl through a gap in the wrecked fuselage. He even tried to re-enter the burning wreckage to save Ajay. Emergency responder Satinder Singh Sandhu recounted: 'He was disoriented and covered in blood. He kept telling us, 'My brother is in there, burning—I have to save him.'' Ramesh later carried his brother's coffin during the funeral in Gujarat, where he broke down in tears and had to be escorted away. One relative said, 'He feels guilty for being the only one who lived. That's a lot to carry.' Evaluation of the crash has since shifted focus to possible human error in the cockpit. A preliminary investigation suggests that Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, 56, may have inadvertently triggered engine failure by switching off two key fuel-related switches, despite his calm demeanor during the incident. First Officer Clive Kunder, 32, who was piloting the aircraft at the time, reportedly panicked as the engines lost power. According to sources familiar with the U.S. probe, the cockpit voice recorder captured a brief exchange in which one pilot questioned the other's actions regarding the switches, with both denying responsibility. The switches were flipped off a second apart, then reactivated ten seconds later—too late to avert disaster. Air India, in a statement, said it 'stands in solidarity with the families and those affected by the AI171 accident' and pledged full cooperation with the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) and other authorities involved in the investigation. As the probe continues, Ramesh remains a living reminder of the human cost of the tragedy—a man burdened not only by survival but by the haunting loss of his brother and the lives of hundreds more.
The Irish Sun
24 minutes ago
- The Irish Sun
A 40p bathroom staple will get rid of ‘invasive' caterpillars destroying your garden this summer
A BATHROOM staple that sells for only 40p at stores will protect your garden from "invasive" caterpillars. The everyday item is a surprising repellent against the insects that destroy box hedging and topiary plants. 1 Caterpillars are particularly active in July and August Credit: Getty Gardeners have been warned to watch out for the box tree moth caterpillar. The caterpillars, which are the larvae of the box tree moth, eat the leaves and bark of box trees. In only a few days, they may turn once-beautiful bushes dark, barren, and beyond rescuing. Ecology specialists at Arbtech have alerted gardeners that the number of caterpillars peak in July and August. read more on fabulous 40p solution But a 40p hack can help keep the pests away from your garden. An unscented bar acts as a repellent as many insects dislike the scent and residue that soap leaves behind. Simply leave a bar of soap near your plants or rub residue on leaves to keep insects at bay. Most read in Fabulous Soapy water also works wonders as it dries out caterpillars' outer layer, leading them to die from dehydration. For households with children or pets, soap is a low-risk alternative to chemical pesticides, and when used properly, it is less likely to damage pollinators. Alan Titchmarsh's top 7 plants that 'transform ugly fences with gorgeous flowers & fragrance' & they grow for years Experts' warning Infestations can be disastrous if left untreated with severely affected plants having to be uprooted and replaced completely. An ecologist from told 'Box hedging is hugely popular in British gardens, so this species is having a serious impact not just aesthetically, but financially too. 'We're urging homeowners to check their plants regularly over the summer months. "Look for tell-tale signs like webbing, leaf loss, or green-and-black striped caterpillars.' Keep pests out all summer IF you want to ensure that your home is pest free this summer, here's what you need to know. Hornets and wasps - hate the smell of peppermint oil so spraying this liberally around your patio or balcony can help to keep them at bay. Moths - acidic household white vinegar is effective for deterring moths. Soak some kitchen roll in vinegar and leave it in your wardrobe as a deterrent. Flying ants - herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, mint, chilli pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves, or garlic act as deterrents. Mosquitoes - plants, herbs and essential oil fragrances can help deter mozzies inside and out. Try eucalyptus, lavender and lemongrass.
Irish Daily Mirror
24 minutes ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Joe McCarthy scare prompts Lions to take action with Irish duo poised to return
Andy Farrell has called up Scotland lock Gregor Brown as cover for the British and Ireland Lions after Joe McCarthy suffered an injury in the opening Test victory over Australia. The Leinster and Ireland second row came off in the 43rd minute of the 27-19 win in Brisbane after suffering inflammation on the underside of his foot. 'Plantar fasciitis," explained Farrell. "It was niggling away at him there. We got him off. Hopefully we got him off in time.' McCarthy was making his Test debut for the Lions and is a doubt for the second Test in Melbourne, where the Lions are also playing the First Nation & Pasifika XV at Marvel Stadium on Tuesday night. Farrell is optimistic that Garry Ringrose, Mack Hansen and Blair Kinghorn will be available for that game after they were ruled out of the first Test. "Blair's doing well. Blair's doing pretty well, so we'll see," said Farrell. "Garry's good. Garry's going well. Hopefully they carry on that trajectory and could be available for Tuesday. Brown's Scottish team-mates Ewan Ashman and Rory Sutherland have also been called into the Lions squad as cover. Get the latest sports headlines straight to your inbox by signing up for free email alerts.
