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News18
15 hours ago
- News18
Air India Crash: 1988 Ahmedabad Plane Accident Killed 133, A Survivor Later Found Dead In...
Last Updated: The Air India flight crash near Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday brought back the horrific memories of the 1988 accident that killed 133 people. The deadly crash of Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport brought back the horrific memories of the 1988 accident that killed 133 people. Just two people survived after sustaining injuries. One was them was a textile businessman, Ashok Agarwal, who was in 2020 found dead at his home in Prahladnagar area of the city. In the 1988 crash, he had lost his wife, then 22, and their 11-month-old daughter Ruhi. The accident took place on October 19, 1988 when Indian Airlines Flight 113 was on final approach to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD). Reports stated that Boeing 737‑200 (VT‑EAH) arriving from Mumbai crashed in poor visibility, hitting trees and a high‑tension pylon about 2.5 km from runway 23. Of the 135 onboard, 129 were passengers and six were crew members. The accident was ruled a controlled flight into terrain due to pilot and ATC error under foggy conditions (details to follow)
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Garvita Sadhwani hints at her return in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: I'm not a part of the leap but…
Garvita Sadhwani's journey in the popular television show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (YRKKH), has come to an end. The show is gearing up for a 7-year-leap which will see the entry of new characters and story line. Speaking to us, Garvita confirms her exit from the show following the leap. 'Yes, the news is true. My journey in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has ended. The show has taken a leap, and my character Ruhi is not going to be a part of that leap,' she shares. However, she is quick to clarify that it might not be a permanent departure. 'You can't call it an end for my character, as it's uncertain whether Ruhi will return to the show or not. There is always that possibility,' she says. Garvita explains that she was informed about the creative decision in advance. 'I was told about the leap, and for any show to keep progressing, the makers need to keep introducing new twists and turns. The current storyline has no space for Ruhi, but who can predict the upcoming plot of the show,' she remarks. Reflecting on her initial apprehensions on replacing Pratiksha Honmukhe as Ruhi when she joined the show, Garvita shares, 'When I came on to the show, I was a little bit worried, as I was taking up a character that was already played by someone. But the kind of love that I have received for this character has left me with immense love and gratitude.' She adds, 'I don't think I've seen love like this in any other show and neither does any other show on TV has a following like this.' Ask her how the YRKKH cast reacted to her exit, and she mentions: 'I actually didn't speak to anybody about it until the very last day. When they found out, they were very shocked because they had no clue. They were sad, but they are also very optimistic that I'll come back.' The actor feels fortunate to have got the chance to play Ruhi, as the character gave her scope to experiment. 'There's not one emotion that I've not played with. Be it anger, love, hatred, vulnerability, insecurity, trauma — everything. This is such a fulfilling character and I'm very lucky that I got it,' she says.
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Business Standard
19-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
F-1 visa denied? Hacks Indian students need to crack the US student visa
Ruhi (name changed), from Rajkot, Gujarat, had an excellent student record, solid financial backing, and an admission offer from a well-ranked US university. Yet, her visa was rejected. But why? Her application was refused under Section 214(b) of the US Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), explained Pushkar Kumar, founder of Bluehawks EduAbrod. 'When a student receives an F-1 visa refusal, it's more than just a stamp of rejection—it's the shattering of a dream,' said Kumar. And that heartbreak is becoming more common. The F-1 visa rejection rate has increased by approximately 20 per cent in 2025, following an already steep 40 per cent in 2024. What is Section 214(b)? "Section 214(b) of the US Immigration and Nationality Act presumes every applicant for a non-immigrant visa to be an intending immigrant unless they can demonstrate otherwise," said Ketan Mukhija, senior partner at Burgeon Law. Applicants must prove strong ties to their home country and an intention to return after their temporary stay. F-1 visa refusals under this provision typically result from failure to convince the consular officer of non-immigrant intent, insufficient financial proof, weak ties to the home country, or inconsistencies during the interview. What might have gone wrong for Ruhi? According to Kumar, potential reasons for Ruhi's rejection include: > Applying to a university with a high concentration of applicants from her region > Giving generic answers during her interview > Failing to clearly link her academic plans to her future career 'This shows that even deserving students can be denied if they fail to stand out or show clarity of purpose,' Kumar added. Sanjog Anand, co-founder of Rostrum Education, said students must prove three key things during their visa process: 1. Strong ties to their home country—shown through residence, family connections, or property 2. Sufficient financial resources to fund their US stay 3. A clear academic purpose, supported by a valid I-20 form from the admitting university What can lead to F-1 visa rejection under 214(b)? Common reasons include: * Lack of evidence showing intent to return home * Unconvincing or unclear academic and career plans * Inadequate funds or weak documentation * Poor interview performance or conflicting responses Rejection rates rising More Indian students are feeling the heat. According to Kumar, the F-1 visa rejection rate for Indian applicants has climbed by about 20 per cent in 2025. The US denied 41 per cent of all F-1 visa applications in fiscal year 2023–24, the highest rate in a decade. Of the 6.79 lakh applications received, 2.79 lakh were refused, up from 36 per cent the year before. India sent over 3.31 lakh students to the US in 2023–24, but many are now facing growing hurdles in securing visas. Why are rejections happening more frequently? Students and experts point to several causes: * Applying to 'over-targeted' universities * Rehearsed, repetitive or vague responses * Too many students from the same city or region applying to the same institution * Poor articulation of goals or programme choice * Weak communication skills * Failing to distinguish themselves during interviews 'US consular officers are now more cautious with applicants heading to over-targeted universities. They scrutinise DS-160 forms and look for alignment with interview answers. Often, decisions are made quickly based on first impressions and communication quality,' said Kumar. How to avoid rejection To improve their chances, Anand advises students to: * Be clear about why they've chosen a specific course and university * Demonstrate financial readiness with proper documentation * Prove strong ties to home—through family, property, or job prospects * Be honest, well-prepared, and confident in their interview Preparing for success According to Anand, students should: * Research their course, university, and how it fits into long-term plans * Practise answers to typical visa interview questions * Keep all documents ready: I-20, bank statements, transcripts * Avoid over-preparation or rote answers—authenticity matters When to apply For the Fall intake (August), students should apply between August and December of their final school year. Preparation ideally starts 12–18 months in advance. Standardised tests like the SAT, ACT, TOEFL or IELTS, and university applications should be completed by December or January.
