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NEET-UG re-test: Brief tension outside Ahmedabad centre over hijab, sacred thread

A brief commotion erupted outside an Ahmedabad NEET-UG re-test centre Sunday as parents protested the removal of Hindu sacred threads during frisking, citing perceived disparity with students wearing hijabs being allowed entry. Police intervened, explaining National Testing Agency dress code rules, and two individuals from a Hindu organisation who caused…

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NEET re-test nears amid admit card glitches, refund queries

Candidates are facing challenges downloading NEET-UG 2026 re-examination admit cards. The National Testing Agency is working to resolve technical glitches and refund issues. Security arrangements for the retest are being reviewed by the Union home secretary. An alleged fraud network targeting NEET candidates has been busted by Ahmedabad police. The…

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Left aerospace job to sell millets: Today, her café makes Rs 1.44 crore a year & prevents 47 tonnes of waste

Aerospace engineer turned millet entrepreneur: An aerospace engineer left her career to open Cafe Aarambh in Ahmedabad, a zero-waste establishment championing millets and local produce. This sustainable venture reportedly earns Rs 12 lakh monthly while diverting tonnes of waste, demonstrating that environmental responsibility can be commercially successful and inspire change.

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Ahmedabad customs recover smuggled gold worth over Rs 4 crore from flight arriving from Dubai

Ahmedabad customs officials intercepted a significant gold haul. The precious metal was discovered concealed within a speaker box on IndiGo Flight 6E-1478. The flight had arrived from Dubai. The gold, weighing nearly 2.8 kilograms, was found in two pouches. No one claimed ownership, leading to its seizure under the Customs…

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Investigators say ‘significant progress’ made but final report on deadly Air India crash yet to be released

Lawyers representing families of victims say absence of timely final report only reinforces ‘frustration’

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The Man in Seat 11A: A Reporter’s Account of the Air India Flight AI-171 Tragedy

The first alert appeared on my phone while I sat outside a senior government official’s office in Gandhinagar, waiting for a scheduled meeting. It was just after 1:30 pm when news broke of an aircraft crash in Ahmedabad.

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Air India says 96% of Ahmedabad crash victims' families have received interim compensation

Air India is nearing completion of compensation for AI171 crash victims. Most families have received interim aid, with final payouts underway. Personal belongings are being returned, and support services continue. Injured individuals on the ground have also received assistance. The Tata Group's welfare trust is providing additional aid. This marks…

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Inside the cockpit: How Air India's Boeing Dreamliner flight ended in disaster

Indian investigators will delay their final report on the Air India Boeing 787 crash. The report was due on the one-year anniversary of the incident. Analysis of the plane's engines is ongoing. The crash occurred on June 12, 2025, after the aircraft departed Ahmedabad. The sequence of events details engine…

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Inside the island community where everyone knows an Air India crash victim

ON THE GROUND: A small island off western India was home to all seven Portuguese nationals killed in the 2025 Air India crash, as well as having links to many of the British passengers on board. Namita Singh reports from Diu

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Pilots demand answers ahead of Air India crash anniversary

India's aviation accident probe agency is facing renewed criticism from pilot groups ahead of the anniversary of the 2025 Air India Boeing-787 crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 260 people. - 'Path toward answers' - On Friday, relatives of the victims will meet in Ahmedabad at a conference organised by lawyers,…

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Sole survivor of Air India crash calls for transparency and answers 12 months on

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed into a medical college shortly after taking off at Ahmedabad Airport in June last year.

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Families ask to hold candlelight vigil at Air India crash site one year after disaster killed 260

Air India has offered to pay for some families to travel to Ahmedabad for crash anniversary

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AI 171 crash: 'Wish we could save more lives', rues first responder

A year after the AI-171 plane crash, first responder Satinder Singh Sandhu shares his traumatic experience. He recalls the devastating scene and his efforts to save lives. The crash claimed 260 lives in Ahmedabad. Sandhu's deepest regret is that more people could not be rescued. The memories of the tragedy…

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Cabinet clears Rs 2,169 crore worth Ahmedabad Metro airport extension

The Union Cabinet has approved the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2A project. This 6-km extension will connect Koteshwar Road to the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The project aims to improve urban mobility and connectivity to key development hubs. It will feature four elevated and one underground station.

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‘It smelled like bodies had been left to rot’: Survivors of Air India disaster ‘forced to return to clear up crash site’

ON THE GROUND: Namita Singh visits the Flight 171 crash site in Ahmedabad, where those who were inside the medical college at the time recall their brush with death, and the traumatic experience of returning to the scene

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Beyond the tragedy: Families of AI 171 crash victims grapple with flight fears, anxiety

Nearly a year after the AI 171 plane crash, families still grapple with loss and trauma. Some survivors fear flying, while others seek counseling. The tragedy continues to impact lives, with memories of the event deeply affecting those who lost loved ones or witnessed the disaster firsthand. The aftermath of…

The Economic Times

From circus dreams to world stage, mother-daughter duo flying Yogasana's flag for USA

Kemi Blake secured a gold medal for the USA at the World Yogasana Championships in Ahmedabad. Her daughter, Kimani Blake, also participated. The mother-daughter duo embraced the competitive aspect of Yogasana, believing it aligns with traditional values. Despite travel disruptions, they achieved their goals. The event showcased the sport's potential…

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A year on, Air India crash victims' father rebuilds life, says son kept his promise even after death

A father honors his son's promise to secure their future. Mahesh Jirawala died in a plane crash, but compensation allowed his family to buy a home. His father, Girdharbhai Kalawadia, lives with his wife and younger son in Ahmedabad. They are rebuilding their lives, remembering Mahesh's dedication. His brother now…

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Families torn apart by Air India crash seek justice one year on: ‘We have forgotten how to live’

ON THE GROUND: As families wait for the Indian authorities to complete their investigation into one of the nation’s worst air disasters, they face another battle to preserve the memory of their loved ones. Namita Singh reports from Ahmedabad

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Ahmedabad water contamination: 50 take ill with diarrhoea and vomiting, nine residential societies affected in Ghatlodia area

Residents of Ghatlodia, Ahmedabad, fell ill after contaminated water from a drainage system entered their drinking supply after . Fifty people reported symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting, with eleven hospitalised. Civic officials stated a pipeline breakdown on May 30 caused the issue, which has since been repaired. Medical teams are…

The Economic Times

Hajj flight redirected for Ahamedabad stopover due to Srinagar airport restrictions, baggage curbs for returning pilgrims

Due to payload restrictions at Srinagar Airport, Hajj pilgrims will experience adjustments to their baggage allowances. Akasa Air flights will now include a stopover in Ahmedabad for return trips, where passengers can check in 35 kg of baggage to Ahmedabad and carry only 5 kg on their Srinagar flight, with…

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White-ball final king Hazlewood lifts another IPL crown

The great quick Josh Hazlewood has come up trumps again, along with fellow Aussie Tim David, to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru win back-to-back IPL crowns.

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The king in the west: Virat Kohli's stunning chase powers RCB to back-to-back IPL crowns

Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second IPL title in a row. They defeated Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli played a key role with a half-century. Captain Rajat Patidar led the team to victory. This win solidifies RCB's status as a champion team. Gujarat Titans struggled with their batting. RCB's…

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GT register unflattering records after disappointing show against RCB in final

The collapse of GT's top three of skipper Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler led to their fall, and it was a fifty from Washington Sundar which took GT to 155/8 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

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All the ways to watch IPL 2026 final live streams online and from anywhere, as RCB face Gujarat Titans in the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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