A Mumbai-bound flight sent a hijack alert shortly after takeoff, sparking a full emergency response. All the emergency procedures were followed but it turned out to be a ‘false alarm’. Investigation on.
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🎥Hindustan Times' Neha LM Tripathi (@ld_Neha) visits Noida International Airport in Jewar as it gets ready to host fliers. She speaks with CEO of NIA Nitu Samra and Vice Chairman Christoph Schnellmann about their vision for the greenfield aviation project, and whether the current headwinds faced by the aviation industry due to the US-Iran war would affect operations. They also discuss whether the airport's proximity to Delhi's IGI Airport will turn out to be a hurdle.
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Significant progress has been made in the examination and analysis of aircraft systems, flight recorder data, engine-related components, maintenance and operational records, and other evidence relevant to the investigation : AAIB says in its statement #OneYear#AI171
Additional technical evaluations and specialist examinations, wherever considered necessary, will continue to be undertaken to ensure that all findings and conclusions are supported by verified evidence and sound scientific analysis: AAIB
Exactly a year ago a this time, I got to know about the AI 171 tragedy. My heart goes out to all the grieving families🙏 This day feels different thinking of them
Big story in HT today- as air india crash anniversary approaches, how we are waiting for a crucial GE report @ld_Neha story hindustantimes.com/india-new…
Delhi has a problem. Everyone wants to build that extra room, extend the balcony, or just encroach the pavement. But they and the “others” to be penalised for breaking norms. No one wants to do the right thing, because “others” have done it too.
CBSE goofups is hands-down the biggest news story in India at this points, and my colleague @MeSanjayy is asking all the right questions, gathering the info that matters.
Do check out some of his recent articles on the row:
1) CBSE relaxed norms for OSM in third tender after no luck in previous rounds
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2) ‘Make reels, back OSM, don't panic’: Schools get script from CBSE amid backlash
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3) CBSE 'ignored' calls for regional trials before OSM rollout for Class 12 board exam evaluation
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4) In a first, Centre may use armed forces for NEET-UG re-exam logistics on June 21
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HT Exclusive: CBSE relaxed answer copies scanning rules, lowering CMMI certification from Level 5 to Level 3, and dropping explicit “robotic high-speed scanner” requirements.
CBSE had no luck in 2 tenders for OSM, found qualified vendor after third round
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Air India confirms an incident involving Flight AI2802 operating from Bengaluru to Delhi on 21 May 2026.
During the aircraft’s final approach into Delhi, the cockpit crew received a fire indication from one of the engines. The indication was subsequently confirmed as true. The crew followed all standard operating procedures and landed the aircraft safely at Delhi airport. All passengers and crew are safe and have disembarked normally.
Air India is immediately initiating a full investigation into the cause of the incident in coordination with the relevant regulatory authorities. We are committed to sharing further verified information as soon as it becomes available.
The safety of our passengers and crew remains our highest priority.
“We are aware of an incident involving flight AI2802 operating from Bengaluru to Delhi on 21 May 2026. The aircraft landed safely and all passengers and crew are safe.
We are currently gathering additional information and are working closely with the relevant authorities.
Further updates will be shared as more details become available.” - Air India Spokesperson
And just like that…a new chapter begins ✈️
Our first retrofitted B787-8 lifts off from San Bernardino, California, flying home non-stop to Delhi.
📸: @cobyexplanes
Air India Mumbai-Bengaluru flight makes ‘pan pan’ call after engine stalls mid-air
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Air India today announced the resignation of Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Campbell Wilson.
Mr. Wilson had conveyed his intention to step down in 2026 to Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran in 2024 and, since then, has been working to ensure the organization and leadership team is on a stable footing for the transition. He will remain in the role until his successor is announced and in place.
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