On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The flight was en route to London Gatwick Airport. The crash resulted in the deaths of at least 204 individuals on board, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 British citizens, seven Portuguese nationals, and one Canadian. Additionally, five people on the ground were killed when the aircraft struck a building near B.J. Medical College. A single survivor, a British national seated in seat 11A, was found and is receiving treatment. The crash marks the first fatal accident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. thedailybeast.com+3en.wikipedia.org+3nypost.com+3en.wikipedia.org+3news.com.au+3thedailybeast.com+3thedailybeast.com+1en.wikipedia.org+1
Among the passengers was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who was traveling with his wife and daughter to London. His death has been confirmed by Gujarat BJP President C.R. Paatil.
⚖️ Shilong Honeymoon Murder Case
In Meghalaya, Sonam Raghuvanshi and four accomplices have been arrested in connection with the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Sohra (Cherrapunji) on May 23, 2025. Raja's body was discovered on June 2, and Sonam has been charged with orchestrating his murder. The case is under investigation by a Special Investigation Team. en.wikipedia.org
🔥 Delhi-NCR Heatwave Red Alert
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Delhi and NCR due to an intense heatwave. On June 12, the maximum temperature reached 44.9°C, with a minimum of 33.2°C, making it the second warmest June night in the past six years. The IMD has advised residents to avoid outdoor activities between 12:00 noon and 3:00 p.m., stay hydrated, and wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🚆 Railway Infrastructure Expansion
The Indian government has approved two major multi-tracking railway projects worth ₹6,456 crore. These projects aim to enhance connectivity and reduce congestion in critical areas. The initiatives are part of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan, which focuses on integrated infrastructure development to boost economic growth
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