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Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
Pakistan: Helicopter on monsoon rescue mission crashes; 5 killed
A helicopter crashed during a rescue mission in monsoon-hit northern Pakistan Friday, killing five crew on board, the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province said in a statement. "An MI-17 helicopter of the provincial government, carrying relief goods for rain-affected areas of Bajaur, crashed in the Pandiyali area of Mohmand district due to bad weather," Ali Amin Gandapur said in a statement. "Five crew members, including two pilots, were killed." A cloudburst washed away several houses in northwestern Bajaur district, killing 16 people and stranding more than 20 others, the provincial disaster agency told AFP earlier. The meteorological department has also issued a heavy rain alert for the northwest, urging people to avoid "unnecessary exposure to vulnerable areas". The annual monsoon season brings South Asia 70 to 80 per cent of its rainfall, which is vital for agriculture and food security, but also brings destruction.
ABC News
4 days ago
- Climate
- ABC News
Five crew dead after helicopter crash in Pakistan
A helicopter has crashed in north-western Pakistan during a relief mission, killing all five crew members, the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province said in a statement. "An MI-17 helicopter of the provincial government, carrying relief goods for rain-affected areas of Bajaur, crashed in the Pandiyali area of Mohmand district due to bad weather," Ali Amin Gandapur said in a statement. "Five crew members, including two pilots, were killed." Eight people have been killed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, where evacuation operations are happening for stranded domestic tourists. Hundreds remain missing in Indian-Kashmir a day after sudden floods triggered by heavy rains killed at least 60 people.
India.com
13-07-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Shocking! These countries have fighter jets but don't have pilots, aircrafts are rotting on ground due to...
Shocking! These countries have fighter jets but don't have pilots, aircrafts are rotting on ground due to… Countries With No Fighter Jet Pilots: Every country should have an army and weaponry to protect its citizens from any foreign attack. Any country's strength is compared through its army. Countries like China, India, the United States, and Russia have the largest active military force, and because of this, any other nation thinks twice before attacking these nuclear-equipped countries. But do you know there are some countries which have fighter jets, but there is no one to use them? Let's know more about these countries. The recent wars between Iran and Israel or the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine have showed us the significance of suicide drones, fighter jets and air defence systems. Fighter jets can change the entire scenario of the war. That is the reason countries of the world race to acquire latest fighter jets. However, there are many countries where modern and ultra-modern fighter planes are grounded due to lack of pilots. Which Country Doesn't Have Pilots For Its Fighter Jets? Libya had an air force with fighter jets like – MiG-21, MiG-23 and Mirage F1 during the reign of Muammar Gaddafi. But several years of civil war destroyed its infrastructure. The fighter plans are now useless due to constant bombing of airports. Most of its air force pilots are retired or death. Afghanistan Following the withdrawal of US forces Afghanistan was captured by Taliban. The US troops left several jets and tanks behind such as A29 Super Tucano and MI17 helicopters. However, these aircrafts are rotting without military support and trained pilots. Yemen Yemen's air defence capabilities, once reliant on aircraft such as the Su-22 and MiG-29, have been severely degraded by years of civil war and airstrikes. The country now possesses a critically low number of operational pilots. Somalia Somalia once had Soviet-era MiG fighter jets, but doesn't have active air force for decades due to lack of training infrastructure and instability in the country. There is a huge shortage of pilots here. Chad Chad acquired MIG 29 fighter jets from Ukraine in 2014. But due to budget constraints and lack of trained pilots, the country is not able to operate these fighter jets properly.
India.com
05-06-2025
- India.com
All Tourist Destinations In Sikkim, Except Lachen And Lachung, Open: State Tourism Department
The Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Government of Sikkim, has confirmed that, except for Lachen and Lachung in Chungthang Sub-Division of Mangan district, all other tourist destinations across the state remain open and safe for visitors. Speaking to the media, Additional Chief Secretary CS Rao clarified that permits to Lachen and Lachung are currently suspended due to road damage caused by recent landslides. However, he emphasised that Sikkim offers over 200 tourist destinations, with only around 25-30 of them located in the affected Mangan district. The remaining destinations across Sikkim's other five districts are fully accessible and continue to receive many visitors. Despite the temporary restrictions, the state has not witnessed any decline in tourist footfall. Many tourists who had initially planned to visit Gurudongmar Lake or Yumthang Valley have now diverted their trips to destinations like Yuksom, Kecheopalri Lake, and Pelling in the west, which remain unaffected and equally attractive. Rao also highlighted the state's ongoing evacuation efforts, mentioning that around 65 tourists were successfully airlifted from Lachen with the help of the Indian Army and paramilitary forces. Approximately 63 more are expected to be rescued by tomorrow, ensuring full evacuation from the affected region. The tourism department reassures all stakeholders and visitors that tourist safety and comfort remain a top priority. "Only a small portion of North Sikkim is affected. The rest of the state is safe and welcoming," Rao stressed, urging tourists not to cancel their travel plans and to continue visiting Sikkim. Meanwhile, the evacuation of stranded tourists from Chaten has begun today at Pakyong Greenfield Airport. According to a release, the two MI 17 helicopters have successfully completed its first evacuation operation, transporting 39 evacuees from Chaten to Pakyong Greenfield Airport. Additionally, four passengers were safely evacuated using the Cheetah Helicopter. In order to provide convenience to the tourists to commute to Siliguri, the Government of Sikkim has further arranged SNT buses for their ease.
The Print
05-06-2025
- The Print
Rescue ops begin in Sikkim, first batch of stranded tourists successfully evacuated from Chaten
In order to provide convenience to the tourists to commute to Siliguri, the Government of Sikkim has further arranged SNT buses for their ease. According a release, the two MI 17 helicopters have successfully completed its first evacuation operation, transporting 39 evacuees from Chaten to Pakyong Greenfield Airport. Additionally, four passengers were safely evacuated using the Cheetah Helicopter. Pakyong (Sikkim) : The evacuation of stranded tourists from Chaten has begun today at Pakyong Greenfield Airport. Additionally, MI-17 helicopter is on standby to assist in airlifting the stranded tourists to Bagdogra safely, ensuring support and safe transport are readily available for those in need, the release said. Meanwhile, in support of the rescue efforts on the ongoing disaster in North Sikkim, the first sortie of the day, two MI-41 and MI-39, successfully departed from Pakyong Greenfield Airport towards Chaten early this morning. According to a release, the aircraft comprises nine personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), along with their equipment, to provide support for ongoing disaster relief. Likewise, a team from the Power Department, Government of Sikkim, and Airtel's telecommunication services is also being airlifted. They are on a mission to restore essential services, including telecommunications and electricity, using satellite-based technologies and portable backup batteries in areas rendered inaccessible by road. As per the release, a team of police personnel from the communication branch with essential equipment are also proceeding towards the affected areas to bridge the gap between isolation and service and restore normalcy in the lives of those affected. Due to the persistent bad weather in the region, helicopter sorties from Pakyong Greenfield Airport were temporarily suspended, which delayed further evacuations. However, as the weather conditions improved, a mission was carried out with the deployment of two helicopters to assist in the evacuation of tourists stranded in Lachen. The deployment is to bolster on-the-ground initiatives in the remote region, where recent natural disruptions have significantly impacted access. The goal is to connect with isolated communities and facilitate the timely delivery of aid. Several days of heavy rainfall have triggered landslides, mudslides, flash floods, and rockfalls in many parts of the state. Lachen village, the region's leading tourism hub, has been completely cut off. On June 4, the Army established foot connectivity to the village and reached out to 113 stranded tourists, who will be evacuated soon. On June 3, nearly 30 tourists, including some foreign nationals, were successfully airlifted by military helicopters. Meanwhile, six individuals are still missing after the landslide struck a military camp in the Chatten area of North Sikkim. A rescuer from the army, who remains deployed at the spot of the landslide in Chatten that occurred on June 1, said that nine personnel have died in the incident. He added that the area had witnessed incessant rainfall from May 30, leading to a massive landslide. The missing include Lieutenant Colonel Pritpal Singh Sandhu, Subedar Dharamveer, Naik Sunilal Muchahary, Sepoy Sainudheen PK, Squadron Leader Aarti Sandhu (Retd), wife of Lieutenant Colonel Sandhu, and their daughter Amayra Sandhu. This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. Also read: Sikkim's accession to India has 6 stories. And 3 strong-willed women
