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Army officer assaults airline staff over baggage charges

Army officer assaults airline staff over baggage charges

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

SpiceJet on Sunday said a senior Army officer, who was to board a flight to Delhi, assaulted four airline ground staffers at the Srinagar airport on July 26, and one of them suffered a spinal fracture.

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Heavy rains in Maharashtra have caused floods, road blockages, and widespread damage, resulting in casualties and displacement. The state government is monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue efforts.

'Air India can't cause such negligence': Cabin crew's mother

'Air India can't cause such negligence': Cabin crew's mother

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Pramila Patil, mother of crew member Maithili Patil, who died in the ill-fated Air India plane crash on June 12, reacted to the preliminary report of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau and said Air India can't cause such negligence.

SAFF U-17: India women rout Bhutan 8-0

SAFF U-17: India women rout Bhutan 8-0

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Anuskha Kumari scored a hat-trick as India thrashed hosts Bhutan 8-0 for their third consecutive win at the SAFF Under-17 Women's Championships.

West Ham, Leeds, Sunderland knocked out of League Cup

West Ham, Leeds, Sunderland knocked out of League Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Substitute Jorgen Strand Larsen scored twice in two minutes as Wolverhampton Wanderers beat fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham United 3-2 to reach the third round of the League Cup on Tuesday.

Duleep Trophy: Tough outing for Shami on return to red-ball cricket

Duleep Trophy: Tough outing for Shami on return to red-ball cricket

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

East keep North in check at 308/6 on Day 1 of the Duleep Trophy quarter-finals in Bengaluru on Thursday.

Xi's Letter To Murmu Behind India-China Reset?

Xi's Letter To Murmu Behind India-China Reset?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The Bloomberg report suggests that this backchannel communication from President Xi has laid the groundwork for a broader thaw in relations. This overture has since translated into a series of tangible diplomatic actions leading up to the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

PIX: Manchester City, Spurs open season with big wins

PIX: Manchester City, Spurs open season with big wins

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

'We Shouldn't Expect Immediate Results With China'

'We Shouldn't Expect Immediate Results With China'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'If China shows greater concerns for Indian interests, ties could improve. Otherwise, the thaw could be short-lived.'

India evacuates 3,170 citizens from Iran, Israel

India evacuates 3,170 citizens from Iran, Israel

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

India on Tuesday evacuated over 1,100 citizens from Iran and Israel amid ongoing tensions between the two countries, taking the number of evacuees under Operation Sindhu to 3,170.

AI crash: Blame before detailed probe premature, says pilots' body

AI crash: Blame before detailed probe premature, says pilots' body

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has expressed concerns over the preliminary investigation report on the Air India Boeing 787 plane crash, calling it premature and irresponsible to assign blame before a thorough investigation.

Champions League: Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield

Champions League: Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Mouth-watering matches lined up as PSG to face Bayern and Barcelona in Champions League opening stage.

Don't view India-China ties through 'third country lens': Modi

Don't view India-China ties through 'third country lens': Modi

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping vowed to work towards a "fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable" resolution of the festering boundary issue and pledged to work towards stabilising global trade.

Rain fury claims 10 lives in Haryana, Himachal, J-K

Rain fury claims 10 lives in Haryana, Himachal, J-K

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Heavy rainfall across North India leads to fatalities, structural damage, travel disruptions, and school closures. Eastern states brace for more rain.

50 flights get bomb threats on Sunday; 375 flights in 14 days

50 flights get bomb threats on Sunday; 375 flights in 14 days

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

In 14 days, more than 350 flights operated by the Indian carriers have received hoax bomb threats. Most of the threats were issued through social media.

Higher, stronger... Duplantis ready to raise the bar again

Higher, stronger... Duplantis ready to raise the bar again

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Armand Duplantis first put the world on notice five years ago as a 20-year-old when he cleared 6.17 for the first time, breaking Frenchman Renaud Lavillenie's previous record mark set in 2014.

Probe report flags no maintenance issues: Air India CEO

Probe report flags no maintenance issues: Air India CEO

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Air India's CEO defends the fitness of pilots and aircraft after a preliminary report into the crash of flight AI171 raised questions. He urged against premature conclusions as the investigation continues.

9 IAF officers get Vir Chakra for Operation Sindoor

9 IAF officers get Vir Chakra for Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

As festivities for Independence Day begin, the Centre on Thursday awarded Vir Chakra to nine Indian Air Force officers for their brave contributions in the service of the nation during Operation Sindoor.

Leeds make winning return to Premier League

Leeds make winning return to Premier League

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

A late penalty from new signing Lukas Nmecha earned promoted Leeds United a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton in their first match back in the Premier League.

How Chinese state media reported on Modi's visit

How Chinese state media reported on Modi's visit

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

The Global Times, a prominent state-run Chinese media outlet, published an article titled "China and India are cooperation partners, not rivals: Xi," highlighting President Xi Jinping's remarks about the bilateral meeting, saying, "as long as the two countries stick to this overarching direction, China-India relations can sustain steady and long-term growth."

AI 171 crash: 65 families hire US law firm Beasley Allen for legal battle

AI 171 crash: 65 families hire US law firm Beasley Allen for legal battle

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Families of victims of the Air India plane crash have hired a US law firm to explore legal options, seeking answers and accountability.

'Too premature to blame pilots based on AAIB report'

'Too premature to blame pilots based on AAIB report'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

It will be too premature to draw conclusions on the role of pilots from the preliminary investigation report into the fatal crash of Air India plane last month and the final report will mention about the most probable cause for the accident, former Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) chief Aurobindo Handa said on Sunday.

Centre evacuates fresh batch of 290 Indians, 1 Sri Lankan from Iran

Centre evacuates fresh batch of 290 Indians, 1 Sri Lankan from Iran

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

India on Monday evacuated 290 Indian nationals and one Sri Lankan citizen from Iran amid an escalation in hostilities between the Persian Gulf nation and Israel following the United States bombing of three Iranian nuclear sites.

AI 171 Crash Probe: Fuel Switch Angle

AI 171 Crash Probe: Fuel Switch Angle

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Pilots typically operate the fuel control switches during two key phases: At engine start-up on the ground and during engine shutdown after landing.

Modi to visit China for SCO summit after 7 yrs amid thaw in bilateral ties

Modi to visit China for SCO summit after 7 yrs amid thaw in bilateral ties

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, marking his first visit in over seven years. The visit signals a potential improvement in India-China relations after recent tensions.

No mechanical or maintenance issue in crash report: AI CEO

No mechanical or maintenance issue in crash report: AI CEO

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson addresses the preliminary report on the Ahmedabad plane crash, stating no mechanical or maintenance issues were found with the aircraft. He urges against premature conclusions as the investigation continues.

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Indian carriers are grappling with severe operational disruptions after Iran launched missile strikes on the US military base in Qatar late Monday. This led to airspace closures for long hours in parts of West Asia. Iran, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait shut down their skies following the attack, forcing airlines to cancel, divert, or delay flights through these vital corridors.

Crash Puts Spotlight On DGCA Warnings To Air India

Crash Puts Spotlight On DGCA Warnings To Air India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

The DGCA has issued multiple fines and warnings to Air India over the past three years, flagging serious concerns in flight operations, cockpit discipline, and internal accountability.

Modi, Xi break the ice, hold talks amid global economic concerns

Modi, Xi break the ice, hold talks amid global economic concerns

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held bilateral talks focusing on economic ties and global stability amid trade tensions and the aftermath of the Ladakh border row.

AI flight makes emergency landing after engine failure mid-air

AI flight makes emergency landing after engine failure mid-air

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

An Air India flight bound for Delhi made an emergency landing after one of its engines shut off mid-air. The flight, AI 2820, took off from Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Sunday evening at about 7 pm and returned an hour later after circling Bengaluru. No untoward incident happened and all the passengers were safe.

Anil Menon Will Spend 8 Months In Space In 2026

Anil Menon Will Spend 8 Months In Space In 2026

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Anil Menon, the latest to join the list of American astronauts with Indian roots, will fly to the International Space Station in June 2026 as a flight engineer.

AI 171 Crash: Stabilizer Issue Under Scrutiny

AI 171 Crash: Stabilizer Issue Under Scrutiny

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

An aviation expert suggests investigators should focus on a possible fault in the stabiliser of the crashed Air India flight.

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'The upcoming long weekend has ignited strong travel intent, with robust bookings across leisure, spiritual and wellness destinations.'

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'One Chinese interlocutor said India should realise that "China can do without India, but India could not do without China", pointing to its inability to do without Chinese intermediates and components,' former foreign secretary Shyam Saran discovers on a visit to China.

EPL: Chelsea rally to thrash West Ham

EPL: Chelsea rally to thrash West Ham

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The commanding scoreline in the cross-town London derby came despite Chelsea's midfield talisman Cole Palmer being ruled out after he felt discomfort on the pitch during the pre-match warmup.

Arvi Singh Bahal Is Going To Space!

Arvi Singh Bahal Is Going To Space!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

This mission is the 14th human flight for the New Shepard programme and the 34th in its history.

Bengaluru FC stops salaries of players with ISL in limbo

Bengaluru FC stops salaries of players with ISL in limbo

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

2018-19 ISL champions Bengaluru FC said they had taken the decision "in view of the uncertainty surrounding the future of the Indian Super League season."

Air India plane veers off runway at Mumbai airport

Air India plane veers off runway at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

An Air India plane from Kochi veered off the runway at the Mumbai airport on Monday morning, and the aircraft has been grounded for checks.

Over 100 flights delayed; 26 trains hit as fog engulfs Delhi

Over 100 flights delayed; 26 trains hit as fog engulfs Delhi

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Dense fog blanketed parts of Delhi on Wednesday morning, reducing visibility and disrupting over 100 flights and 26 trains. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported minimum visibility of 200 metres in moderate fog at Safdarjung and 150 metres in dense fog at Palam. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi, with dense to very dense fog reported in several areas. Cloudy skies are expected throughout the day, with light rain or drizzle likely in some areas.

DGCA flags 100 safety lapses at AI, including 7 critical breaches

DGCA flags 100 safety lapses at AI, including 7 critical breaches

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Of these, as many as seven are Level-1 violations, which are considered critical safety risks and require immediate corrective action by the air operator, they said.