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Breaking: Air India Dreamliner Crashes Shortly After Takeoff in Ahmedabad

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Ahmedabad, June 12, 2025: A Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner operating as Air India flight AI 171 bound for London Gatwick crashed into the Meghani Nagar neighbourhood just minutes after departing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.

The wide-body jet, carrying between 230–242 occupants (including 232–242 passengers and 10–12 crew), took off around 1:38 PM IST, but lost contact at approximately 1,800 feet and impacted ground nearly within 5 minutes of departure.

Eyewitnesses report a massive fireball upon impact, followed by thick plumes of black smoke rising from what appears to be a heavily fuelled aircraft.
Emergency services from the Ahmedabad Fire Department, State Disaster Response Force, police, and multiple ambulance units were swiftly deployed to carry out rescue operations.

Air India confirmed the incident via a statement on X (formerly Twitter):

“Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad–London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today, 12 June 2025… At this moment, we are ascertaining the details and will share further updates at the earliest.”

This marks the first-ever hull loss of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, according to the Aviation Safety Network.

Casualties & Ongoing Rescue Efforts*

Official figures on casualties remain uncertain. Authorities have not confirmed fatalities or injuries, but initial reports suggest at least 50 fatalities ([en.wikipedia.org][6]). The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Gujarat police are coordinating closely to evacuate survivors, treat the injured, and secure the crash site.

Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran has announced the activation of an emergency control center and dispatched family support teams to assist those affected.

Government Response & Investigation*

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu described the incident as “devastating” and confirmed that all aviation and emergency agencies are fully mobilized.

Prime Minister’s Office and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have been briefed. Amit Shah spoke with Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, who has urged authorities to expedite rescue operations and establish medical “green corridors” for critical cases.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), alongside a technical team from Boeing, has launched a full-scale investigation into the crash ([en.wikipedia.org][3]). Analysts note that the aircraft’s long-haul fuel load likely contributed to the severity of the post-impact fire, complicating rescue efforts ([en.wikipedia.org][3]).

Summary

  • Flight: AI 171, Ahmedabad → London Gatwick
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner (VT‑ANB)
  • Occupants: ~242 (230 passengers + 12 crew)
  • Timeline: Crashed ~5 minutes post takeoff (~1:38 PM IST) in Meghani Nagar
  • Casualties: Undetermined; initial estimates indicate significant fatalities
  • Response: Full-scale rescue; NDRF and Air India support teams activated
  • Investigation: DGCA & Boeing technical panel inspecting causes

Authorities will continue to provide updates as the rescue concludes and a formal investigation progresses.

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Mumbai: Sadanand date is certain to be the next DGP of Maharashtra, the state government will decide soon, the NIA chief can now be appointed as the state chief

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Mumbai: Sadanand Date is certain to be appointed as the new Maharashtra chief. Sadanand Date is currently serving as the head of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA). The state government has recommended Maharashtra cadre IPS Date for the post of DGP, after which Sadanand Date can now be appointed as the new DGP of Maharashtra. Date is also an important contender because his retirement is in 2027 and he will remain in the post of DGP for two years. The state government will soon take a decision regarding the DGP. The government has also requested to send Sadanand Date back to the state cadre, which makes it clear that Sadanand Date can be selected as the next DGP. Many senior officers are in the race for this post, but Data is the most senior among the senior officers.

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Illegal Bangladeshi birth certificate… Dr. Ashraf Qazi accused of forging certificate, kirit Somaiya demands action in L Ward

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Mumbai: Police has started an operation against Bangladeshis in Mumbai. On the other hand, BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has started demanding action against Bangladeshis. In Kurla, an alleged Bangladeshi girl, Najma, gave birth to a girl in 2024. Najma had sent an application to the Kurla L Ward and the Collector, including the education officer, for issuing her birth certificate. In this, Kirit Somaiya has made a serious allegation that Najma is Bangladeshi and Dr. Ashraf Qazi of the clinic in the building adjacent to Kurla LIG Colony had given her a certificate for the birth certificate of her girl, after which the certificate of this Bangladeshi girl, Saiba, was issued. Kirit Somaiya has also released the Aadhar card of Najma and her husband Ayub Nat on X in this regard. Along with this, the doctor’s certificate obtained from RTI has also been released by Kirit Somaiya on X, in which the doctor said that the girl was born on November 19, but the birth took place at home. The BHMS doctor had confirmed all this. Based on the documents, Kreet Soumya has demanded action against Bangladeshi Najma. Along with this, in the application that Najma has filed before the Tahsildar, she has requested to obtain the birth certificate as soon as possible and the signature she has at the end is in Bengali. Kreet Soumya met the health officer in L ward and demanded action against the Bangladeshi birth certificate. Once again, Kreet Soumya has started targeting Muslim-majority areas before the BMC elections. Earlier, Kreet Soumya had targeted Govindi, Mankhurd and Malegaon in the case of fake certificates. Now, Kreet Soumya has applied in the suburban area of ​​​​Kurla, Mumbai, that birth certificates of Bangladeshis have been issued here too. Kreet Soumya has also referred to 15 fake certificates that have been issued to alleged Bangladeshis in Kurla. Mumbai Police has deported more than 1,000 Bangladeshis living in Mumbai and registered 404 cases, despite which Kret Soumya is not satisfied with the police’s action. This action was reported by Mumbai Police Commissioner Devin Bharti himself. When Dr. Ashraf Qazi was asked about Kret Soumya’s allegation, he called it baseless and said that the girl was born at home and after that the girl had a complaint, I treated her and issued her medical certificate. The work of issuing birth certificates is the responsibility of the BMC administration.

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“Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH) and Unity of the Ummah” conference at Mira Road… More than 3500 participants attended this historic conference

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Mira Road: A grand and grand conference titled “Seerat-un-Nabi ﷺ and Unity of the Ummah” organized by Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Mira Road was held at NH School Ground, in which the extraordinary participation of more than 3500 men and women made it a historic gathering.

The opening remarks were delivered by Dr. Tariq Shah (Ameer of Local Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, Mira Road) and it was made clear that the main objective of the conference is to promote unity and solidarity in the Muslim Ummah, to build Islamic character in the light of the Seerat-e-Nabvi ﷺ, and to strengthen the struggle for the revival of the Prophetic mission in the society. He also explained the activities, subsidiary organizations and projects of Jamaat-e-Islami. He said that the main objective of this gathering is to bring the Ummah together at one center in the light of the Seerat-e-Nabvi ﷺ and to strengthen the struggle for positive change in the society.

The presidential address was delivered by Maulana Waliullah Saeedi Falahi, Vice President of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, which was greatly appreciated by the audience. Maulana said in his address that the success of the Ummah lies in the complete adherence to the Seerat-e-Prophet (peace be upon him). If Muslims adopt the morals, justice, and wisdom of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him), then society can become a cradle of peace and justice. He guided in the light of the Seerat-e-Prophet (peace be upon him) and said that religion commands us to be just, honest, and serve the people, and these qualities form the foundation of a strong nation and a developed society.

The general address was delivered by Ameer-e-Halqa of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Maharashtra Maulana Ilyas Khan Falahi, Nazim City Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Mumbai Mr. Rashid Khan, Mohtamam Darul Uloom Azizia Maulana Abdullah Qasmi, Imam Haideri Mosque Syed Hassan Imam, and political leader Syed Muzaffar Hussain.

Other speakers shed comprehensive light on important topics such as the role of Muslims in the development and progress of the country, the strength of the family system, the active role of women in Islamic movements, and the mission of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him)—propagating the message of religion and forming the best moral character. Finally, the conference in-charge Atta-ul-Haq specially thanked all the participants, social and religious leaders, the public, and the organizational departments—SIO, GIO, and Youth Movement—for their services.
The gathering ended with a heartfelt prayer by Maulana Zakaria Sahib.

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