National
Raj Thackeray and Sanjay Raut Question Details Surrounding Ahmedabad Air Crash
In a Facebook post, Thackeray mourned the tragic incident, stating, “A plane crash from Ahmedabad to London has claimed many lives. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families of those affected. The MNS shares in their sorrow and prays for the swift recovery and safe return of the injured.”
Thackeray further questioned the safety of the Boeing Dreamliner, referencing its troubled history. He noted that the aircraft had been plagued by numerous issues since 2013, including a fire incident involving Japan Airlines. Due to these complaints, several aviation authorities around the world, including those in the U.S. and Europe, temporarily grounded Dreamliner flights between 2020 and 2023. “If there were known issues with the Dreamliner, why were these planes still permitted to operate?” he asked.
He highlighted that Air India added the Dreamliner to its fleet on January 28, 2014, despite ongoing global concerns. “Why did the government let this happen, and why hasn’t the DGCA acted on these issues?” he questioned, urging for serious attention to safety. “If Dreamliners pose a danger, they should be grounded immediately.”
Thackeray referred to international media coverage on the aircraft’s safety, including reports from The New York Times and Al-Jazeera, urging those interested to further explore the subject.
Sanjay Raut, addressing the media, acknowledged the ongoing investigations by teams from Britain and the U.S., as well as Indian agencies, and emphasized the importance of withholding conclusions until the facts are known. He recalled that doubts had been raised about the Dreamliner’s capabilities during its procurement when Praful Patel was Union Civil Aviation Minister.
He raised critical questions surrounding the simultaneous failure of both engines of the crashed plane and the rapid nature of the accident, suggesting the possibility of a cyber attack. Raut stressed the need for thorough investigation into this angle, labeling any potential cyber threats from hostile nations as a serious concern.
Additionally, he pointed out the staffing shortages at Air Traffic Control, which operated at 56% of its capacity, and highlighted the lack of technicians available for aircraft maintenance, demanding accountability from the government.
New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.
According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.
The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.
The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.
Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.
In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.
Jaipur: Eight patients died after a fire broke out at the trauma centre of the state-run Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur late Sunday night.
Officials said the blaze started in the storage area of the Neuro ICU, possibly due to a short circuit. There were 11 patients in the ICU at the time. Smoke quickly spread, causing panic among patients and staff.
Hospital workers and attendants tried to rescue patients, even moving them out on their beds. Firefighters controlled the blaze in about two hours.
Families of the victims alleged that hospital staff ignored early warnings about smoke and fled during the fire.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and other ministers visited the hospital to review the situation and assured a detailed probe into the incident.
Uttar Pradesh: A 75-year-old man who remarried in search of companionship died barely hours after his wedding, sparking shock and speculation in his village.
The deceased, identified as Sangruram, a resident of Kuchhmuchh village in Jaunpur district, had been living alone after losing his first wife a year ago. With no children, he supported himself through farming. Despite advice from relatives against remarriage, Sangruram wed 35-year-old Manbhavati, a resident of Jalalpur area, on Monday, September 29.
The marriage was first registered in court, followed by traditional rituals at a local temple. According to Manbhavati, the couple spent most of the wedding night conversing, as Sangruram assured her that she would take responsibility for the household while he would “take care of the children.”
However, by the next morning, his health deteriorated suddenly. He was rushed to hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
The unexpected death has triggered varied reactions in the village. While some residents believe it to be a natural occurrence given his age, others have expressed suspicion about the circumstances.
Relatives, including nephews residing in Delhi, have halted funeral rites until their arrival. They have also raised questions about whether a police inquiry or post-mortem examination will be conducted before the cremation.
Authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding further investigation.
Gold Prices Edge Up in India on January 19, 2026
Husband Arrested for Killing Wife After Drunken Argument
Chicken Malai Tikka Remains a Favourite North Indian Appetizer
Meet Bubu and Dudu: The Adorable Cartoon Couple Captivating Hearts Around the Globe!
“Hidden Love” Spin-Off “The First Frost” Now Streaming on Netflix
