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New York Times
8 hours ago
- General
- New York Times
One Person Survived a Fiery Plane Crash in India
A passenger jet bound for London crashed today in western India only moments after takeoff, killing more than 260 people. It was India's worst aviation disaster since 1996. One passenger was known to have survived the crash, according to India's home minister. 'I don't know how I am alive,' the passenger, Viswash Kumar Ramesh, said, according to his younger brother. The plane, which had been carrying 242 passengers and crew members, crashed into a medical college in the city of Ahmedabad and killed several people on the ground. As night fell and smoke hung in the air, rescuers combed through the smoldering wreckage. It was not immediately clear what had caused the plane, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, to crash. The Dreamliner has been under scrutiny for years, but had never been involved in a fatal crash. Video verified by The New York Times shows the plane taking off and then descending slowly over a cluster of buildings before a large fireball erupts on the horizon. It was in the air for less than a minute. In the video, the plane's position looks as if 'it should be climbing, and in fact it's descending,' a safety consultant and former airline pilot told The Times. 'The question is why.' For more: Here's a map of the crash. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Indian Home Minister visits only Air India crash survivor and injured in hospital
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah visited the only survivor of the Air India plane crash at a hospital in Ahmedabad on Thursday. Shah also met others who were injured in the crash. (AP Video: Ajit Solanki and Hanif Sindhi)
Malay Mail
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Saifuddin Nasution denies vote-buying in PKR ahead of 2025 polls, says party built on ideals not cash
GEORGE TOWN, May 17 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has dismissed claims that Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) is grappling with vote-buying practices ahead of its 2025-2028 party elections. Saifuddin, who previously served as PKR secretary-general, said the party's Disciplinary Board has not received any formal complaints related to money politics. 'I don't believe the party has reached a point where money is being handed out in exchange for support. Vote-buying, in the sense of giving cash to gain backing, is not happening in PKR,' he told reporters after officiating the 235th Prison Day celebration at Padang Kota Lama here today. 'However, using money to fund event logistics — such as meals, tent rentals, or hotel bookings — does take place, and that is a separate matter,' he added. The event was officiated by Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib. Saifuddin, who is also Home Minister, said PKR now has better logistical capabilities and financial resources compared to its early years when events, including party congresses, were held in food stalls, homes and school halls due to limited funds. However, he cautioned against excessive spending that may come across as extravagant, noting that the public is sensitive to displays of luxury. He urged party members to report any instances of vote-buying to the Disciplinary Board if they have evidence. 'This party wasn't built on financial strength. It was founded on ideals that resonated with the people. The party's rules are very clear about what is and isn't allowed,' he said. His remarks come in response to recent comments by PKR deputy president Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli, who acknowledged the party faces potential risks of vote-buying, describing it as one of the hardest forms of corruption to prove. On the contest for the deputy presidency between Rafizi and Nurul Izzah Anwar, Saifuddin said both leaders have made meaningful contributions to the party. He called on the 29,000 delegates to assess candidates thoughtfully before casting their votes. PKR's National Congress, including its Youth and Wanita assemblies, will take place from May 21 to 24 in Johor Bahru, with polling scheduled for May 23. — Bernama
