On 12 June 2025, Air India Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner, crashed just 30 seconds into its Ahmedabad–London flight after taking off at 13:38 IST. The aircraft struck a hostel block at B.J. Medical College in the Meghani Nagar neighbourhood, killing 241 onboard and 28 on the ground, including former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani; over 60 were injured. The sole survivor, 40‑year‑old British‑Indian Vishwash Kumar Ramesh (seat 11A), was found amidst wreckage with multiple injuries and rushed to Civil Hospital. A “Mayday” had been issued before contact ceased. DNA samples are being used for victim identification. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, aided by Boeing, GE Aerospace, and UK/US agencies, is investigating.

A tragic crash on June 12, 2025: Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner, departed Ahmedabad for London with 230 passengers and 12 crew. Moments after takeoff, the jet lost altitude, crashed into the BJ Medical College hostel during lunchtime—engulfing the building in flames. Out of 242 onboard, only one passenger, seated at an emergency exit, survived. At least 28 individuals on the ground, including MBBS students, a resident doctor and a doctor’s wife, also died; dozens were injured. Victims include former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani, flight attendants and four MBBS students. Rescue crews are recovering bodies, investigators are examining the wreckage, and global aviation authorities are assisting. (PC: Hindustan Times & USA Today)

Two cabin crew from Manipur—a 22‑year‑old Meitei, Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam, and late‑twenties Kuki‑Zo, Lamnunthem Singson—were among those killed when Air India Flight AI‑171 crashed into a hostel block in Ahmedabad on 12 June. Nganthoi, based in Thoubal since October 2022, messaged her cousin before takeoff: “In a few minutes, we'll take off.” Lamnunthem’s family had relocated to Kangpokpi amid ethnic unrest in Imphal. Former CM N. Biren Singh expressed grief. Another crew member, Deepak Pathak, 11‑year veteran from Thane, spoke last to his mother. Meanwhile, rescue teams battled unstable structures to recover bodies. The crash claimed 241 lives on board, with one British‑Indian man surviving; dozens of ground casualties were also reported. (PC: PTI, The economic Times & Mint)

Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew, crashed on June 12, 2025, just 30 seconds after departing Ahmedabad for London, killing 241 onboard and at least 28 on the ground. The aircraft failed to gain altitude—recorded around 625 ft—issued a Mayday, then descended into a BJ Medical College hostel, igniting massive fire and debris. Only one British‑Indian passenger survived. Capt. Sumeet Sabharwal (8,200 hrs) and FO Clive Kundar (1,100 hrs) died despite Sabharwal’s promise to retire and care for his elderly father. Probes by India’s AAIB, NTSB and UK’s AAIB are underway. Boeing and GE Aerospace have pledged full cooperation. (PC: The Quint & Free Press Journal)

An Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train traveling from Nizamuddin to Ghaziabad derailed near Shivaji Bridge railway station in Delhi on June 12, 2025. The incident occurred when one coach of the train went off the tracks around 9:47 AM. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers. Railway officials and emergency teams quickly reached the site, and restoration work began immediately. Train movement in the area was temporarily affected, but authorities have assured that services will resume soon. An inquiry has been initiated to determine the cause of the derailment.

Ahmedabad Police revealed difficulty identifying victims of the June 12 Air India Boeing 787‑8 crash due to severe burns and aircraft fragmentation . With bodies charred beyond recognition, authorities have initiated DNA testing to confirm identities, prioritizing accuracy over early fatality estimates . The AI 171 flight, carrying 242 onboard, struck the BJ Medical College hostel, killing 241 passengers and at least 28 civilians . Only one survivor, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, escaped despite horrific conditions. Rescue and DNA efforts continue under a joint investigation by India, the US, and the UK. (PC: PTI)

Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a 39-year-old British-Indian and the sole survivor of the tragic Air India Flight AI171 crash, recounted his miraculous escape. Seated in 11A, an emergency exit row, he said, “I don’t know how I’m alive,” after the plane crashed into a medical students’ hostel near Ahmedabad. He reportedly jumped or was thrown from the aircraft before it exploded. While he survived with serious injuries, his brother Ajay remains missing. The crash claimed 241 onboard lives and killed several on the ground. An international investigation into the cause is underway. (PC: PTI)

Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey confirmed that his cousin Clive Kunder—serving as First Officer on Air India Flight AI 171—was among the 241 victims when the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12. Massey shared in an Instagram post, “My heart breaks… It pains even more to know that my uncle… lost his son, Clive Kunder” . Kunder logged over 1,100 flying hours and was alongside Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, who had 8,200 hours . The devastating incident prompted widespread bereavement across the Indian film community and beyond. (PC: India Today)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Ahmedabad following the devastating crash of Air India Flight AI171, which claimed 241 lives. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, striking the BJ Medical College hostel. Modi has directed central agencies to assist in rescue, relief, and investigation efforts. His visit will include meetings with Gujarat officials, emergency responders, and possibly the lone survivor, Vishwashkumar Ramesh. Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and is expected to announce compensation and a high-level probe involving international aviation safety bodies. (PC: PTI)

A London-bound Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday, killing 241 of the 242 people onboard. The lone survivor, British national Vishwashkumar Ramesh, is being treated in hospital. “Thirty seconds after take-off, there was a loud noise,” he told reporters. Eyewitnesses described smoke, flames, and debris scattered across roads. “It sounded like a bomb blast,” one man said. Residents rushed to help but found charred bodies near the wreckage. Candlelight vigils and prayer ceremonies were held in Patna and Siliguri to honour the victims. The flight carried Indian, British, Portuguese, and Canadian nationals when it crashed shortly after takeoff. (PC: BBC)