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India Today
8 hours ago
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- India Today
Fact Check: Video of Egyptian Mummy FALSELY shared as Vijay Rupani's remains
The death toll in the Ahmedabad Air India AI171 crash has reached 274 and the numbers are anticipated to grow further. Among the dead is Vijay Rupani, the former Chief Minister of Gujarat. A video now going viral purports to show the charred remains of the Gujarat leader. India Today Fact Check found that the video shows an Egyptian Mummy inside a museum in Egypt. India Today Fact Check found that the video shows an Egyptian Mummy inside a museum in Egypt. advertisementIndia Today Fact Check found that the video shows an Egyptian Mummy inside a museum in Egypt. OUR PROBEReverse-searching keyframes from the viral video led us to a YouTube short featuring the same clip, dated June 7, five days before the crash, making it clear that it is unrelated to the tragedy. The voice-over in the video described it as the remains of a Pharaoh, a monarch of ancient Egypt from the First Dynasty. A subsequent search with relevant keywords led us to images of the same remains, featured on several archaeological and news websites. According to these reports, these remains are known as the Ahmose Mummy, or the Mummy of Ahmose. It resides at the Luxor Museum in per the Egypt Tours Portal, Ahmose I's Mummy was discovered in 1881 within the Deir el-Bahri Cache, alongside other leaders of the eighteenth and nineteenth dynasties. advertisementWe also found several full-length photos of this Mummy, shared by Egyptian tour guide Mahmoud Hamam. While posting these images, he noted that the Mummy was preserved in the Luxor Museum, while the coffin is kept in the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mahmoud Hamam (@mahmoud_hamam74)Meanwhile, there are no reports about Vijay Rupani's mortal remains being recovered or identified, making it clear that the claim in the viral video is totally baseless. Tune InTrending Reel
News18
a day ago
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Gujarat Parents Rescheduled Flight To Surprise Daughter In UK, Killed In Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Last Updated: Dhavni Patel's parents and aunt wanted to surprise her by rescheduling their flights earlier than expected on the ill-fated day of the Ahmedabad plane crash. In heartbreaking news, a couple from Gujarat, who wanted to surprise their daughter studying in London, were among the 241 people who died in the Ahmedabad plane crash on Thursday. Dhavni Patel's parents and aunt wanted to surprise her by attending her convocation ceremony, earlier than their expected visit. However, what could have been a joyous family gathering ended in tragedy instead after the devastating plane crash. Rajnikant Patel and Divyaben Rajnikant, along with Dhavni's aunt, had earlier planned to travel on June 17, but they moved their plans to surprise their daughter and spend more time with her, according to a report by NDTV. Dhavni found out about the tragedy in the UK just as another member of the family, Parth Patel, lost her mother Hemangi Ben in the devastating crash in Ahmedabad, mere months after his father died. Anand MP Mitesh Patel, a friend of Rajnikant Patel, visited their home to offer his condolences to Parth. Their experience is one of numerous heartbreaking accounts from families who lost loved ones in the passenger jet tragedy. A total of 241 of the 242 passengers on board and 10 from the BJ Medical College hostel are among the at least 265 killed in the Ahmedabad Air India (AI) plane crash on Thursday afternoon. While the Gujarat government is yet to confirm, the remaining casualties are suspected to be local residents in the vicinity of the hostel at the time of the crash. The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner plane crashed within minutes of take-off hitting the mess building of BJ Medical College Civil Hospital and the Atulyam Hostel, where senior residents doctors stayed. Among the confirmed fatalities from the aircraft was Vijay Rupani, the former chief minister of Gujarat (2016-2021), who was reportedly en route to London to meet his family. However, amidst the tragedy, a miracle emerged: Ramesh Viswashkumar, approximately 40 years old, was confirmed as the sole survivor. First Published:
News18
a day ago
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241 On-Board, 10 At Hostel Among At Least 265 Fatalities in Ahmedabad Air India Plane Crash
Last Updated: Ahmedabad Air India plane crash: 219 relatives of crash victims provide samples for DNA testing; 50 injured; eight bodies have been identified and released to their families A total of 241 of the 242 passengers on board and 10 people from the BJ Medical College hostel are among the at least 265 killed in the Ahmedabad Air India (AI) plane crash on Thursday afternoon. While the Gujarat government is yet to confirm, the remaining casualties are suspected to be local residents in the vicinity of the hostel at the time of the crash. The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner plane crashed within minutes of take-off hitting the mess building of BJ Medical College Civil Hospital and the Atulyam Hostel, where senior residents doctors stayed. The sole survivor from the flight is British national of Indian origin, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, who was returning to the UK with his brother, Ajay Kumar Rakesh, 45, who was seated in a different row. As many as 219 relatives of the crash victims have provided samples for DNA testing, with 36 experts from 10 Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) teams working continuously. These teams are identifying the remains, examining the black box, and conducting technical analysis. A total of 50 people were injured. Of these, 16 patients are receiving outpatient treatment. Twelve injured individuals, whose condition is stable, are expected to be discharged soon. The remaining patients are being treated in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). With a response time of three minutes, two fire service teams arrived at the scene and rescued more than 30 people. A total of 612 fire service personnel, equipped with 139 pieces of various fire equipment, helped extricate passengers trapped in the aircraft wreckage and transport injured individuals from the surrounding area for treatment. The police also deployed a specialist dog squad to search for bodies and human remains at the scene. More than 250 army personnel, one Rapid Action Force team, and three NDRF-SDRF teams took charge of rescue and relief operations at the crash site. CM Patel established a green corridor to facilitate swift transport of the injured to the hospital, and more than 100 ambulances were deployed. Doctors and paramedical teams were on standby at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to treat the injured, with treatment commencing under the direct guidance of Health Minister Hrishikesh Patel. #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Ex-Flight Safety DG DBS Gujral decodes the crash—possible reasons, mayday call, black box & more #AhmedabadPlaneCrash #AhmedabadAirport #AirIndiaCrash | @kritsween — News18 (@CNNnews18) June 13, 2025 24×7 CONTROL ROOM The state government, in its statement, declared that it provided an exemplary model of disaster management with rapid rescue, relief, and medical operations. Teams from the Army, Rapid Action Force, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), police, and fire brigade immediately commenced rescue and relief operations. The work was expedited with timely assistance from central agencies. Under the Chief Minister's direct supervision, departments including Health, Police, and District Administration are working tirelessly. A team of 16 Deputy Collectors and 16 Mamlatdars, along with the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), are on duty to assist and guide those affected. Doctors and health workers at the Civil Hospital provided dedicated care to the injured. A 24×7 control room is operating at the SEOC and Civil Hospital. Accommodation and transport have been arranged for the relatives of the affected passengers. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel directed the entire system to participate in the rescue and relief operations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who visited the site, also provided support from central agencies to the state government. 4 IAS OFFICERS TO GUIDE KIN top videos View all The state government has assigned four IAS officers to assist relatives of the deceased and injured at the Civil Hospital. A revenue department team, comprising 16 Deputy Collectors and 16 Mamlatdars, has been deployed at the SEOC. In addition, 24/7 control rooms are operational at the SEOC and Civil Hospital to provide information and assistance to the relatives of the passengers. Accommodation and transport have been provided in Ahmedabad by the state government's Roads and Buildings Department for the relatives of the affected passengers. The state government has approximately 150 personnel from the Municipal Corporation and Roads and Housing Department, 41 dumper trucks, 16 JCBs, and three excavators on standby to work with the Ministry of Civil Aviation at the crash site. Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: June 13, 2025, 20:15 IST News india 241 On-Board, 10 At Hostel Among At Least 265 Fatalities in Ahmedabad Air India Plane Crash
Canada Standard
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Canada Standard
"Deeply saddened ": Allu Arjun, Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, celebs mourn loss of lives in Ahmedabad plane crash
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 12 (ANI): From Allu Arjun, Chiranjeevi to Jr NTR, several celebrities have expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in the tragic crash of the London-bound Air India flight in Ahmedabad on Thursday, which had 242 people onboard. Taking to X, Allu Arjun extended his heartfelt condolences and wrote, 'Heartbroken by the tragic Ahmedabad Air India flight crash. My deepest condolences to the families of the victims. May their souls rest in peace. Truly heart-wrenching' The London-bound flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, ramming into the doctors' hostel in the Meghani Nagar area in Ahmedabad. 'Deeply saddened to know about the unfortunate plane crash in Ahmedabad. My prayers are with all the passengers, crew on board, the affected and their families,' wrote Ram Charan on X. Actor Nagarjuna Akkineni wrote, 'Shocked beyond belief with the news of the crash in Ahmedabad, my prayers go out to families and everyone affected!!' Expressing grief over the tragic incident, Chiranjeevi said, 'Devastated to hear about the horrifying tragedy involving the Flight #AI171 bound to London from Ahmedabad. No words will suffice to say how heartbreaking this is. My deepest condolences and prayers to the families of the departed! May their souls rest in peace!' 'Deeply saddened by the Ahmedabad Air India flight crash. Prayers and strength to everyone affected. My thoughts are with the passengers, crew members, and their families,' wrote Jr NTR. Tamil actor and music director Vijay Antony said, 'Shattered by the Ahmedabad plane crash. My heart goes out to the families grieving. Strength to them in this dark hour. #AhmedabadPlaneCrash' 'Deeply saddened by the devastating #airindia plane crash in Gujarat... Prayers for the deceased and for the families who lost their loved ones.... Life is brutal sometimes...,' wrote Tamil actor and film producer Vishnu Vishal. Actor Varun Tej Konidela said, 'Deeply saddened by the heartbreaking news of the Ahmedabad plane crash. My thoughts and prayers are with the passengers and their families. Praying for strength and support for their families during this difficult time.' Deeply moved by the tragedy, Samantha Ruth Prabhu took to Instagram stories to share her grief. She wrote, 'Days like these remind us just how fragile life really is. So many hopes, so many dreams gone in an instant, leaving behind only heartbreak and sorrow. The devastating news of the Air India plane crash is hard to comprehend. One can't begin to imagine the pain and trauma the families of the victims must be going through. May God give them the strength to endure this unimaginable loss and somehow find a way forward through the grief. ' Rashmika Mandanna also expressed grief, saying, 'Heard about the tragic Air India flight crash near Ahmedabad today, and it truly shook me to my core... having to take flights on an everyday basis and then this happens so close to you... and it's so scary... My heart goes out to all the passengers, and especially to their families.' Dulquer Salmaan also posted a message of support on his Instagram Stories. He wrote, 'Heartbroken hearing about the Air India Crash. Cannot imagine what the families of all the victims are going through. Praying for all of them in this trying time.' According to an Air India statement, the Boeing 787-8 aircraft, operating as Flight AI-171, departed from Ahmedabad at 1:38 pm IST with 242 people on board, including crew. 'The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hours, carried 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,' the airline said in a statement. The aircraft was under the command of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, an LTC with 8,200 hours of flying experience. He was assisted by First Officer Clive Kundar, who had 1,100 hours of flying experience, the official said. As per Air Traffic Control (ATC), the aircraft departed from Runway 23 at 1339 IST (0809 UTC). 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,' the official added. (ANI)
News18
a day ago
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- News18
Tailspin Of Grief: As Nation Mourns After Air India Crash, Bengaluru Relives 1990 Tragedy
Last Updated: The Indian Airlines crash in 1990 claimed the lives of 94 people on board, including four infants, two pilots, and two cabin crew members On February 14, 1990, R Ramalingam, then Bengaluru police commissioner, was waiting for a flight to Madurai in the HAL Airport lounge when he witnessed a sudden surge of people running in panic. Just 100 yards away, plumes of smoke billowed into the air, instantly alerting him to an aircraft crash. He had just witnessed one of India's worst air tragedies: the crash of Indian Airlines Airbus A320 (IC-605/VT-EPN). The disaster claimed the lives of 94 people on board, including four infants, two pilots, and two cabin crew members. Twenty-one passengers and one crew member sustained serious injuries. 'I was travelling to my hometown, Tirunelveli, for the 13th-day rites following my father's passing. Seated in the lounge with an assistant commissioner of police, who had come to see me off, I observed the chaotic scene unfolding outside. I immediately recognised it as an air crash," the former commissioner recounted. Ramalingam described rushing to the wreckage to assess the situation. With wireless messaging as the primary communication method, he immediately issued orders via his wireless unit. 'I alerted all police officers and stations, informing them of the air crash at HAL Airport. I ordered the mobilisation of all city police, the dispatch of ambulances, alerts to hospitals, and the preparation of the fire force. All personnel were to report for duty. Available ambulances were to be rushed to the airport, and nearby hospitals were to prepare to receive casualties. These were my initial instructions," he told News18. As the nation mourns the victims of Thursday's horrific Ahmedabad Air India crash, the 1990 accident remains etched in the memories of many in Bengaluru, even today, long before its rise as the IT capital. Numerous long-term residents still vividly recall the disaster and the chilling images of the wreckage. The aircraft itself was only five months old, delivered to Indian Airlines on December 24, 1989. 'Pilot error': Investigation report Following a thorough investigation, the accident's cause was attributed to 'pilot error". The ministry of civil aviation's accident report indicated the pilot underestimated the runway and missed it. 'Those who survived were seated at the tail end of the aircraft, as the front bore the brunt of the impact," stated an eyewitness who preferred to remain anonymous. 'The scene was horrific. There were bodies to be recovered from the crash site," recalled another former police officer, VI D'Souza, who was present at the scene. Then posted at the Vijayanagara police station, he was among the many officials summoned from across Bengaluru. He arrived at the site within an hour to assist in the rescue operation. Ramalingam informed News18 of his coordination of the emergency services. 'Within hours, people were transported to hospitals, bodies were removed, and police officers from various stations were mobilised. Fire and emergency services also responded swiftly," said Ramalingam, now enjoying a quiet retirement in Bengaluru. D'Souza told News18 that the police force, first on the scene, began extracting survivors from the wreckage one by one. 'The final report indicated the crash resulted from an error in judgment by the pilot, who misjudged the landing strip. Instead of the HAL Airport runway, he landed on an empty space—an old, dried-up lake—mere metres from the Karnataka Golf Course," he said. Ramalingam's promptness and immediate communication with the police control room facilitated the swift execution of emergency services and rescue operations, according to an officer who worked with him that day. Ramalingam also recalled the visit of then chief minister Veerendra Patil to the crash site. 'I instructed my officers to preserve passengers' belongings, particularly jewellery and other personal items, and ensure their careful handover to the next of kin," the former commissioner stated. After a comprehensive inquiry by the ministry of civil aviation into this horrific tragedy, the report concluded that the 'failure of the pilots to monitor speed" resulted in the crash. Birla family members among deceased in 1990 crash Among the casualties were Ashok and Sunanda Birla and their daughter, Sujata, of the renowned Birla family. Yashovardhan Birla, the sole surviving family member, later documented this traumatic experience in his book, On a Prayer. A senior journalist who covered the 1990 crash told this reporter years ago that the Birla family was en route to Bengaluru for the inauguration of the 3M factory. The journalist also recounted the story of a miraculous survivor, reminiscent of the lone survivor in Thursday's Ahmedabad crash. Around midnight, the then police commissioner Ramalingam was awakened by the reporter, who informed him of a discrepancy between the passenger manifest and the lists of injured and deceased. 'There was one person unaccounted for," Ramalingam was told. This prompted the police to re-examine the manifest, obtain passenger addresses, and conduct a citywide search, eventually leading them to a possible survivor residing in Malleswaram, North Bengaluru. 'The police located him at his residence and confirmed he was indeed a crash survivor. The officer reprimanded him for not informing the department of his survival," the reporter recalled. The survivor explained he had been seated in the middle of the aircraft. During the crash, he navigated towards the rear door, drawn by light emanating from that area. A surviving air hostess had opened the rear door, and he jumped out. 'He walked to Old Madras Road, took an auto-rickshaw to his home in Malleswaram, consulted a doctor due to anxiety, received an injection, and then went to sleep," the journalist said. How did the 1990 Bengaluru crash happen? The five-month-old Airbus A320-231, registered as VT-EPN (serial number 79), departed Mumbai (then Bombay) at 11:58 IST after an hour's delay. The same aircraft had already completed two Bombay-Goa-Bombay trips earlier that day. On this fateful flight, it carried 139 passengers and seven crew members, including four infants, bound for Bengaluru. Captain SS Gopujkar commanded Flight IC-605, with Captain CA Fernandez as co-pilot. Capt Gopujkar had over 10,000 hours of flying experience. A copy of the MoCA report on the 1990 accident, accessed by News18, noted the aircraft had logged around 370 flight hours across 302 flights and was powered by two IAE V2500-A1 engines. At 12:53 IST, the flight appeared on Bengaluru ATC radar, and the pilots were instructed to approach Runway 09 at HAL Airport. During the landing attempt, it was discovered that the pilots had misjudged the approach. The aircraft descended far below the glideslope and touched down on the Karnataka Golf Club grounds, approximately 850 m short of the runway. The landing was rough. Survivors reported a hard landing followed by a second jolt. Many seat belts jammed, hindering escape. 'People were thrown around by the impact. The force was so great that the landing gear and engine detached from the aircraft, landing in an open, rocky area near the airport," a survivor recounted. 'Failure of pilots to monitor speed" resulted in the crash, the report concluded. It stated, 'Failure of the pilots to realise the gravity of the situation and respond immediately by adjusting the throttles, even after the radio altitude call-outs of 'Four Hundred,' 'Three Hundred,' and 'Two Hundred' feet, despite knowing the plane was in idle/open descent mode." 'However, the reason for the engagement of idle/open descent mode on short final approach during this critical phase remains undetermined," it added. What did the Karnataka High Court observe? The Karnataka High Court appointed a court of inquiry under Justice K Shivashankar Bhat, a sitting High Court judge. The final 581-page report, submitted to the government on December 3, 1990, indicated that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation's investigation revealed the aircraft never entered the correct speed mode for landing. One of the flight directors remained engaged until impact. 'It is clear the pilots failed to transition from idle/open descent mode to speed mode, even after recognising the aircraft's state, during the critical landing phase. After the runway came into view and landing checks were completed, the pilots focused on the Flight Directors and autopilot instead of reacting to the situation using the throttle. The crash resulted entirely from the pilots' inaction in a crucial 25-second window, not their actions," the court observed. top videos View all One engine was later recovered from Wind Tunnel Road, with wreckage scattered across vacant land near the airport. Victim identification was painstakingly conducted using dental records, as DNA testing was in its nascent stages. 'It was arduous. Each day, we identified a few of the deceased through belongings or dental records confirmed by their families. It was heart-wrenching," said D'Souza. About the Author Rohini Swamy Rohini Swamy, Associate Editor at News18, has been a journalist for nearly two decades in the television and digital space. She covers south India for News18's digital platform. She has previously worked with More Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Ahmedabad Plane Crash Air India bengaluru Location : Bengaluru, India, India First Published: June 13, 2025, 18:19 IST News india Tailspin Of Grief: As Nation Mourns After Air India Crash, Bengaluru Relives 1990 Tragedy
