Ahmedabad Plane Crash LIVE Updates: Air India flight AI-171 crashes, 265 dead including ground victims

• 12:54 | June 13, 2025

  Air India tragedy live today: 11A, the economy class seat of the lone AI171 plane crash survivor

  

  11A, the economy class seat of the lone AI171 plane crash survivor

  Air India Dreamliner crash: '11A' seat survivor Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, near emergency exit door, escapes flames.

• 12:47 | June 13, 2025

  Air India tragedy live today: Elderly Kurukshetra couple’s daughter among victims of Air India plane crash

  Anju Sharma (55), whose parents live in Ramsaran Majra village in Haryana’s Kurukshetra district, was among the victims of the Air India plane that crashed soon after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday.

  Anju had boarded the London-bound flight to meet her elder daughter, who is now reaching Ahmedabad after the tragedy that killed 241 of the 242 persons on board.

  Anju’s uncle Balkishan Sharma told PTI over the phone on Friday that her parents are yet to be informed about the tragedy, fearing they will be unable to bear the shock.

  “I don’t know how to break this tragic news to my brother. But we cannot hide it for too long...,” he said.

  Anju had shifted from Patiala, where she was married in the ‘90s, to Vadodara where she settled down, Balkishan said.

  Her late husband was an engineer who worked in the oil industry, he said.

  “Her brother Millan Sharma and her younger daughter are settled in Vadodara,” Balkishan said.

  Anju visited her parents’ village last month, as her father, Jagdish Sharma, a retired government employee, had been unwell and bedridden for some time.

  She stayed there for nearly a fortnight, Balkisshan said.

  Recalling Anju as a warm, affectionate, and kind-hearted person, Anju’s sister Neelu said she was like a pillar of support for the entire family.

  “The tragedy has left us devastated,” she said. - PTI

• 12:44 | June 13, 2025

  Air India flight crash live updates: Ahmedabad plane crash: 10 victims, mostly crew, hail from Maharashtra

  At least 10 persons, including one of the pilots and crew members, on board the ill-fated London-bound Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad hailed from Maharashtra, officials said on Friday.

  The Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft (AI171) with 230 passengers and 12 crew members crashed into the complex of a medical college moments after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon.

  One person survived the crash, while 241 on board were killed, of whom 10 were from Maharashtra, an official said.

  He said the aircraft’s pilot, Captain Sumeet Pushkaraj Sabharwal (56), was a resident of Jal Vayu Vihar in the Powai area of Mumbai and lived with his elderly parents.

  The co-pilot of the flight, Clive Kunder, was a resident of the western suburbs of Mumbai, as per his social media account.

  Cabin crew member Deepak Pathak lived in Badlapur in neighbouring Thane district.

  Pathak’s sister had earlier said he spoke to his mother before leaving for London. He had been working with Air India for 11 years, she said.

  Another crew member, Maithili Patil (23), was a resident of Nhava village in Navi Mumbai. Patil joined Air India two years ago, and her father, Moreshwar Patil, is a labour contractor with ONGC.

  Patil had spoken to her father before her flight to London and promised to call him once she reached the city, a former sarpanch of Nhava said.

  Aparna Mahadik (43), another crew member, was a resident of Goregaon in the western suburbs, and her husband also works with Air India as a crew member.

  She was a relative of NCP leader Sunil Tatkare.

  Roshni Rajendra Songhare and Saineeta Chakravarti, both crew members, hailed from Dombivli and Juhu Koliwada, respectively.

  Songhare was also a travel influencer with more than 54,000 followers on Instagram.

  The victims also included Mahadev Pawar (68) and his wife Asha (60), who hailed from Hatid village in Sangola of Solapur district.

  The Pawars had left Sangola and settled in Gujarat 15 years ago, and they were heading to London to visit their son.

  One of the passengers, Yasha Kamdar Modha (32), was the daughter of Nagpur businessman Manish Kamdar. She was travelling to London with her son Rudra and mother-in-law Rakshaben, and all three perished in the crash. - PTI

• 11:29 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: HM Amit Shah confirms meeting the lone survivor of Air India crash
• 10:44 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: Likely co-pilot error, says expert

  

  Air India Plane Crash: Likely co-pilot error, says Podcaster Ryan Bodenheimer

  Podcaster Ryan Bodenheimer, a former F-16 fighter pilot who has also flown Boeing 737 and Airbus 320, reasons that the Air India 171 flight crash was most probably caused by an error on the part of the co-pilot

• 09:41 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: Reliance to extend full support to relief of Air India plane crash, says Ambani

  Richest Asian Mukesh Ambani on Friday offered full support of his oil-to-telecom group to the relief operations for the victims of the Air India plane crash.

  In a statement, Ambani, Reliance Industries Ltd Chairman and Managing Director, said he and his wife Nita “are deeply pained and anguished by the grave loss of life caused by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad”.

  “We extend our sincere and heartfelt condolences to all those affected by this tragic incident,” he said. “In this hour of grief, Reliance extends its full and unwavering support to the ongoing relief efforts and stands ready to assist in every possible way”. - PTI

• 08:49 | June 13, 2025

  PM Modi visits Ahmedabad after Air India crash that killed 241 people

  

  PM Modi arrives in Ahmedabad; to visit those injured in aircraft crash

  PM Modi visits crash site of Air India flight, meets officials and victims, Tata Group offers support.

• 08:38 | June 13, 2025

  Plane crash: Elderly couple hailing from Maharashtra were heading to London to meet son

  An elderly couple hailing from Maharashtra’s Solapur district planned to meet their son in London and were on board the ill-fated plane that crashed in Ahmedabad shortly after its take-off, a senior official said.

  Mahadev Pawar (68) and his wife Asha (60) hailed from Hatid village in Sangola tehsil of Solapur.

  A senior official from Solapur district administration said the Pawars had been living in Ahmedabad.

  “Mahadev Pawar used to work in a textile mill in Nadiad (in Gujarat). He had two sons — one living in Ahmedabad and the other in London. The couple was on board the plane that crashed minutes after take-off,” the official said.

  According to sources, the Pawar family had left Sangola and settled in Gujarat 15 years ago.

  They had recently visited Hatid to meet their relatives, they said. - PTI

• 08:24 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: Efforts to clear debris at plane crash site in Ahmedabad continue overnight

  The operation to clear the site of the crash involving a London-bound Air India flight, in which 265 people lost their lives on Thursday, continued overnight and is in the last stages, an official said on Friday.

  A Boeing 787 Dreamliner (AI 171), with 242 people on board, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, crashed into a medical college complex in the Meghaninagar area moments after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon.

  One person survived the tragedy, while 241 on board, including 168 Indians, 53 British, seven Portuguese and one Canadian, were killed.

  Deputy Commissioner of Police Kanan Desai said the operation to clear the site continued overnight, and some debris still needed to be removed.

  “Bodies were charred beyond recognition,” she said.

  The senior official had earlier said 265 bodies were sent to the city civil hospital.

  The aircraft could be seen from afar, losing altitude rapidly and crashing in a ball of fire that sent plumes of thick black smoke spiralling up in the air.

  Four MBBS students and a doctor’s wife were among those killed at the complex of BJ Medical College outside the airport perimeter, the official had said. - PTI

• 07:30 | June 13, 2025

  Share market updates: Daily Markets Wrap -12 June 2025

  Equities and the dollar retreated as dialed-up trade tensions and geopolitical unease set a broader risk-off tone across markets.

  S&P 500 futures dropped 0.5%, putting the US benchmark on track for its first back-to-back loss this month. European stocks also fell while Asian equities were little changed. The dollar slid 0.5%, nearing its weakest level since 2022. Treasury yields weakened across the curve ahead of a closely watched $22 billion auction in the 30-year tenor.

  US President Donald Trump ratcheted up trade uncertainty with remarks that he intends to impose unilateral tariffs on dozens of US trading partners in the coming weeks. Separately, market jitters intensified amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.

  The cautious mood is stalling a rebound in US equities that had brought the S&P 500 within reach of its all-time high, even as questions persist over the economic impact of Trump’s trade agenda. Resilient earnings and limited economic fallout have supported the rally so far, but traders are questioning how much further the gains can stretch.

  “There’s a resistance at this point to really add a lot of risk,” Alastair Pinder, global equity strategist at HSBC Holdings Plc, told Bloomberg TV. “The reason for that is because people think that this tariffs are going to hit growth at some point in the future.”

  Thursday’s 30-year Treasury auction will provide a fresh gauge of investor appetite for long-dated debt amid concerns that mounting deficits are dampening demand. 

  The sale comes as Congress debates Trump’s signature tax legislation, which some estimates suggest could add trillions of dollars to the US budget shortfall, potentially requiring increased bond issuance to fund the deficit.

  “We know that Trump is watching these auctions closely, so investors will want to wait to see if there’s any reaction from him if the results don’t turn out well,” said Benoit Peloille, chief investment officer at Natixis Wealth Management.

  The dollar’s retreat on Thursday extended losses for the year against a basket of currencies past 8%. The currency had already been weighed down by softer-than-forecast US inflation data, leading traders to fully factor in two quarter-point Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year.

  US producer-price data due later Thursday will offer further clues on the inflation outlook.

  Oil pared Wednesday’s surge of more than 4% as traders evaluated Middle East tensions against the latest news on US trade policy. Brent traded below $69 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate neared $67.

  American authorities ordered some staff to depart the US embassy in Baghdad after Iran threatened to strike US bases if attacked. CBS reported that US officials have been told that Israel is fully prepared to launch an operation into Iran.

• 07:18 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: Hours after plane crash, Ahmedabad site full of stench, fumes, debris and devastation

  ) A strong stench of aviation fuel mixed with scorched human flesh lingered in the air hours after the London-bound Air India plane crashed here on Thursday afternoon.

  Nine hours after the tragic incident, remnants of fires still flickered on charred stems of trees surrounding the crash site, a haunting reminder of the ferocity of the blaze.

  The unbearable stench pervaded the premises of the BJ Medical College and civil hospital. Soon after take-off from the Ahmedabad airport, the plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in the college’s residential quarters housing hostel buildings.

  Three buildings bore the brunt of the impact, including a mess hall where several MBBS students were dining when the aircraft came down.

  The adjoining two five-storey buildings, home to hospital staff, also suffered severe damage as the resultant inferno raged through them. The buildings were completely blackened.

  Massive pieces of debris lay strewn across the site, including mangled metal, twisted beams and charcoaled remains of the buildings reduced to blackened shells. A large fragment of the aircraft’s wing lay on the ground.

  The tail-end of the aircraft remained lodged in the mess building, an image that has since gone viral on social media. - PTI

• 07:16 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: Marble trader’s kids, family of five, among 11 passengers from Rajasthan on crashed aeroplane

  At least 11 Rajasthan natives, four from Udaipur and five of a family from Banswara district, were among those onboard the Air India flight that crashed shortly after takeoff from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, officials said.

  The London-bound aircraft with 242 passengers and crew crashed around 1.40 pm, just two minutes after takeoff, near the airport boundary wall.

  Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said that so far, information has been received about 11 passengers from the state onboard the ill-fated plane. They were residents of Udaipur, Banswara, Bikaner and Balotra districts. - PTI

• 07:07 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live today: AI plane crash: At least 5 MBBS students, 1 PG resident doctor, wife of superspecialist dead; 60 injured

  At least five MBBS students, one PG resident doctor and the wife of a superspecialist doctor of the BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad were killed and over 60 medical students injured when an Air India plane crashed into the college complex, the Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) claimed.

  The search operation at the crash site is still going on and many are feared buried in the debris, FAIMA national vice president Dr Divyansh Singh said. “Bodies that have been found were totally charred,” he added.

  The London-bound Boeing 787-8 aircraft crashed into the medical college complex and burst into a ball of fire moments after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, possibly killing almost everyone on board in one of the country’s worst air disasters.

  There were 242 people on board, including 12 crew members. Of the 230 passengers on board, 169 were Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian national, Air India said earlier in the day in a statement.

  “As of now, at least five medical students, one PG resident doctor and the wife of a superspecialist doctor from the BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad have been killed and over 60 medical students have been injured,” Singh said.

  “As per the information I have received so far, the plane after losing its balance crashed over the boys hostel building of the BJ Medical College. And as it was a lunch time most of the students and resident doctors were there for lunch,” he said. - PTI

• 07:06 | June 13, 2025

  Air India plane crash live updates: UN chief, world leaders express condolences to families of Air India plane crash

  UN chief Antonio Guterres, US President Donald Trump, his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney were among scores of world leaders who offered condolences to the people of India in wake of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area in Ahmedabad minutes after taking off, possibly killing almost everyone on board in one of India’s worst air disasters. There were 169 Indians, 53 British, one Canadian and seven Portuguese nationals onboard apart from 12 crew members.

  Guterres said he was “deeply saddened” by the plane crash and offered “heartfelt condolences” to the families and loved ones of all affected.

  Trump described the crash as “one of the worst in aviation history” and emphasised readiness of the US to help India in any capacity.

  “The plane crash was terrible. I’ve already told them (India), anything we can do. It’s a big country, a strong country, and they’ll handle it, I’m sure,” Trump said in response to a question at the White House during an event.

  President Putin offered condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the plane crash, the Kremlin said.

  “Please convey my sympathy and support to the families of those killed and my wishes for a swift recovery to those injured in the crash,” TASS said, quoting Putin’s message.

  French President Emmanuel Macron said, “We have learned with deep emotion of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. In this time of sorrow, I extend our heartfelt thoughts to the victims’ loved ones and to Prime Minister @NarendraModi.” Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was “devastated” to learn about the crash that had one Canadian national among those on board. “My thoughts are with the loved ones of everyone on board. Canada’s transportation officials are in close contact with counterparts and I am receiving regular updates as the response to this tragedy unfolds,” he said on X.

  Foreign Minister Anita Anand too called it the “distressing news” as “devastating.” “Canada is in close contact with our international partners. My thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who have been lost in this tragedy,” she said in a post on X.

  US Secretary Of State Marco Rubio too expressed condolences, saying Washington continues to monitor developments and stands with the emergency responders working to help those impacted.

  “Heartbroken to hear the news of a tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. My prayers are with all who lost their loved ones in this horrible incident,” Rubio said on X.

  Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she was “deeply saddened” by the tragic crash and offered condolences to the families of the victims.

  Britain’s former Indian-origin prime minister Rishi Sunak said he and his wife Askhata Murty were “deeply shocked and distressed” by the tragic news. “There is a unique bond between our two nations and our thoughts and prayers go out to the British and Indian families who have lost loved ones today,” Sunak posted on X.

  Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief over the plane crash and extended condolences to the families of the victims.

  His elder brother and three-time former premier Nawaz Sharif offered condolences to Prime Minister Modi and the people of India, saying this devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity.

  “Shocked at the tragic crash of #AirIndia flight carrying 242 passengers in Ahmedabad. We join all in prayers for the bereaved ones and their families. #Bangladesh stands in solidarity with people and government of #India at this trying time,” Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus said on X.

  Nepalese Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli said he was “deeply saddened” by the tragic plane crash. “My heartfelt condolences to PM Shri @narendramodi jee and the people of India. Our thoughts are with the victims’ families during this devastating time,” he said on X.

  “Nepal extends its heartfelt solidarity to India during this difficult time,” Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba said.

  Expressing his “profound sadness” at the crash, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu said the government and people of Maldives stand in solidarity with the people and the Government of India at this difficult time.

  Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said he is “deeply saddened” and offered “heartfelt condolences to the families of all those affected onboard.” “Equally heartbreaking are the civilian casualties on the ground, including young medical students whose lives and futures were struck by this tragedy. At this moment of deep sorrow, the people of Sri Lanka stand in solidarity with India. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted,” he said on X.

  Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he was “deeply distressed” to learn about the tragic crash and extended heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of all those affected.

  Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides expressed heartfelt condolences to PM Modi and the people of India. “The people of Cyprus mourn with you. In this time of sorrow, we stand by our Indian friends with solidarity and compassion,” Christodoulides said on X.

  Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said he was “shocked and deeply saddened” by the tragedy that strikes at the heart of countless families.

  “Our thoughts are with the victims, the rescuers on the ground, and the people of India in these painful moments. Belgium stands in solidarity with India and all affected communities. Our services are closely following developments,” he said on X.

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described it as “horrible news” and offered his deepest condolences to Modi and the people of India.

  “Our thoughts are with all victims’ relatives and close ones in India, the UK, Portugal, and Canada. We share your shock and grief on this tragic day. We all pray for as many lives to be saved as possible and wish a speedy recovery to those injured,” he posted on X.

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a post on X said he was “saddened” to know of the Air India crash. “My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen”, he wrote on X.

  Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar joined him in expressing sorrow at the incident. “Our hearts are with the Indian people following the terrible incident,” Sa’ar wrote on X.

  German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said he is following the “shocking images” of the Air India flight crashing in Ahmedabad and said in a post on X: “As we are only learning the details, my thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with our friends in #India and everyone currently hoping for their loved ones.” “Heartbreaking news from India with the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My deepest condolences to the families and loved ones grieving this terrible loss. We share your pain. Dear @narendramodi, Europe stands in solidarity with you and the people of India in this moment of sorrow,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a post on X.

  Prime Minister of Finland Petteri Orpo expressed his “sincere condolences” to PM Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the families and loved ones of the victims, and to everyone affected by the tragic crash of Air India.

  Czech Republic Prime Minister Petr Fiala, Mauritius PM Navin Ramgoolam, UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed and Nepal’s former premier Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda were among other world leaders who offered condolences to all those affected.

  Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry extended its condolences and hoped for “strength and healing in the days ahead.” - PTI

• 07:05 | June 13, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Inferno created by burning fuel made rescue ops extremely difficult’

  The temperature in and around the crashed Air India plane rose to around 1,000 degrees C which made the rescue operation extremely difficult, officials said on Thursday night.

  Even dogs and birds at the site could not escape, they said.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area in Ahmedabad minutes after taking off from the city airport on Thursday afternoon.

  “There was 1.25 lakh litres of fuel inside the plane and it caught fire so it was impossible to save anyone,” Union minister Amit Shah told reporters.

  A State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) official said their personnel reached the hostel and residential quarters of doctors and staff members of the BJ Medical College, where the aircraft crashed, between 2 to 2.30 pm.

  Before that locals had pulled out some people alive but their teams did not get anybody alive.

  A senior fire official said, “As the (aircraft’s fuel) tank exploded it created an inferno where temperature rose to 1,000 degrees Celsius in no time. This left little chance for anyone to escape.” An SDRF personnel, who joined the force in 2017, said he has handled crisis situations before but has never seen such a disaster.

  “We came here with PPE kits. But the temperature was so high that it made operations difficult. There were debris everywhere. So we had to clear the debris that were already simmering,” he said. - PTI

• 06:59 | June 13, 2025

  Air India confirms 241 dead onboard crash flight

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• 06:31 | June 13, 2025

  Air India flight crash live today: Air India confirms 241 dead in Ahmedabad-London flight crash

  

  Air India flight AI-171 crash: 241 dead after takeoff from Ahmedabad

  Air India confirms 241 deaths in flight AI-171 crash from Ahmedabad to London. Only one survivor reported. Airline offers condolences, sets up helpline.

• 00:02 | June 13, 2025

  Air India crash live updates: Boeing offers full support after Air India crash; CEO Ortberg speaks to N Chandrasekaran

  

  Boeing CEO pledges support after Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad

  Boeing CEO offers condolences and support after Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad. Over 200 feared dead; AAIB to lead investigation.

• 23:39 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Ahmedabad crash live updates: Boeing CEO expresses condolences and offers support following Air India Flight 171 incident

  The following is a statement from Boeing [NYSE:BA] President and CEO Kelly Ortberg about Air India Flight 171.

  Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg said, “Our deepest condolences go out to the loved ones of the passengers and crew on board Air India Flight 171, as well as everyone affected in Ahmedabad. I have spoken with Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran to offer our full support, and a Boeing team stands ready to support the investigation led by India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau.”

  Boeing will defer to India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) to provide information about Air India Flight 171, in adherence with the United Nations International Civil Aviation Organization protocol known as Annex 13

• 23:37 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad air crash live updates: AAIB launches investigation into Ahmedabad aircraft incident as per ICAO standards

• 22:31 | June 12, 2025

  Air India plane crash: Air India aircraft was insured for $120 million

  Air India’s Boeing 787 aircraft, which crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday, was insured for around $ 120 million, aviation industry sources said. 

  Airlines take insurance policies to cover against damage to an aircraft from accident, incident or wars. There is a separate cover for passenger and third party liabilities and that would get triggered following the crash. 

  

  Air India aircraft was insured for $120 million

  Air India's Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad triggers $120 million insurance cover, with Tata AIG as lead insurer.

• 22:21 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Air India Boeing-787 climbed barely 600 feet before crashing

  Air India’s London-bound Boeing 787 barely climbed 600 feet before crashing into a hostel in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. 

  

  Air India Boeing-787 climbed barely 600 feet before crashing

  Air India Boeing 787 crashes in Ahmedabad due to engine thrust issue, investigation underway, GE Aerospace offers support.

• 22:03 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Jaguar Land Rover cancels Jaguar Type 00 event in Mumbai after AI tragedy

  

  Jaguar Land Rover cancels Jaguar Type 00 event in Mumbai after AI tragedy

  Jaguar Land Rover cancels Mumbai event following Air India flight AI 171 crash, showcasing Jaguar Type 00 concept model.

• 21:54 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Many feared killed in Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad; entire country is shocked: Union minister Amit Shah.

• 21:53 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Process of collecting DNA samples from bodies of those killed in Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad over: Union minister Amit Shah.

• 21:41 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Rajnath Singh expresses grief over plane crash

• 21:40 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a survivor of the Air India plane crash, in Ahmedabad.

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• 21:36 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Air India organiSing two relief flights

• 21:35 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Passenger survives Air India plane crash

  Ahmedabad: The ticket of Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a survivor of the Air India plane crash, in Ahmedab. The Ahmedabad-London Air India flight, carrying 242 passengers, crashed moments after take-off from the Ahmedabad airport.

  A passenger on board the London-bound Air India flight that crashed near the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon survived the horrific incident, a doctor at the city civil hospital said.

  Vishwaskumar Ramesh was in `11A’ seat of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner which was carrying 242 passengers and crew. He was travelling to London with his brother.

  Dr Shriq M who works in the trauma ward of the Ahmedabad civil hospital told PTI that Ramesh has been admitted to the hospital.

  The aircraft crashed in a residential area here minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport. (PTI)

• 21:27 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: JLR cancels Jaguar Type 00 event in Mumbai after AI tragedy

  In light of the tragic air crash involving Air India flight AI 171 earlier today, we have taken the decision to call off the Jaguar Type 00 event planned for Saturday, 14th June in Mumbai.

  At this time of such deep sorrow, our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event. 

  We thank you for your understanding and regret any inconvenience caused.

• 21:24 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Prepared to support investigation into Air India plane crash: GE Aerospace

  (PTI) GE Aerospace on Thursday said it is prepared to support Air India and the investigation into the plane crash in Ahmedabad.

  “We have activated our emergency response team, and we are prepared to support our customer and the investigation,” a GE Aerospace spokesperson said in a statement.

  The London Gatwick-bound Boeing 787 aircraft was powered by GE engines.

  “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Air India Flight AI-171. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the families and loved ones of those impacted,” the spokesperson said.

  There were 242 people, including 12 crew members, in the Air India plane that crashed after taking off on Thursday afternoon.

• 20:41 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Difficult day for us at Air India, team working to support the needy: CEO Wilson

  Air India CEO and Managing Director Campbell Wilson on Thursday expressed “deep sorrow” at the crashing of the airline’s Boeing 787-8 aircraft with 242 people on board, saying this is a “difficult day” for all at Air India.

  Wilson, in a video statement, also said that the airline is actively working with the authorities on all emergency response efforts.

  

  Difficult day for us at Air India, team working to support the needy: CEO Wilson

  Air India CEO expresses deep sorrow over Boeing 787-8 crash, actively working with authorities on emergency response efforts.

• 20:33 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Pakistan PM, his brother Nawaz extend condolences to families of Ahmadabad crash victims

  Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed grief over the Air India plane crash in Ahmadabad and extended condolences to the families of the victims.

  “Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy,” Shehbaz said in a post on X.

  His elder brother and three-time former premier Nawaz Sharif offered condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India over the loss of life in the plane crash, saying this devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity.

  “My heartfelt condolences to the families of the precious lives lost in the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. This devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity. My deepest sympathies to Prime Minister Modi and the people of India,” Nawaz, the ruling PML-N supremo, said in a post on X.

• 20:31 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Pakistan People’s Party Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, extends his condolences to affected families

  “Saddened to hear a tragic incident occurred earlier today. Where an Air India flight with approximately 240 passengers crashed shortly after takeoff near Ahmedabad, India. I express my profound condolences to the people of India.” 

• 20:29 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Pakistan PM, his brother Nawaz extend condolences to families of Ahmedabad crash victims

  Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed grief over the Air India plane crash in Ahmadabad and extended condolences to the families of the victims.

  “Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy,” Shehbaz said in a post on X.

  His elder brother and three-time former premier Nawaz Sharif offered condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India over the loss of life in the plane crash, saying this devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity.

  “My heartfelt condolences to the families of the precious lives lost in the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. This devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity. My deepest sympathies to Prime Minister Modi and the people of India,” Nawaz, the ruling PML-N supremo, said in a post on X.

• 20:27 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani dies in AI plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani died on Thursday after an Air India aircraft carrying him and 241 others crashed near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport airport in Ahmedabad in the afternoon, Union minister C R Patil said.

  

  Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani dies in AI plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani dies in Air India crash near Ahmedabad airport, carrying 241 passengers.

• 20:20 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Home Minister Amit Shah arrives at Ahmedabad plane crash site

  Home Minister Amit Shah arrived on Thursday evening at the site of the London-bound Air India aircraft crash in Ahmedabad to take stock of the ongoing relief and rescue operations. He was accompanied by Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi.The London-bound flight, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people, including 12 crew members, crashed shortly after it took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport this afternoon, and rammed into a doctors’ hostel in the Meghani Nagar area in Ahmedabad. As per DGCA, the crash occurred at approximately 1:30 PM IST.Meanwhile, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik confirmed that one survivor has been found in the Air India plane after it rammed into a nearby doctors’ hostel shortly after takeoff.Speaking to ANI on a phone call, Malik said, “The police found one survivor in seat 11A. He has been in the hospital and is under treatment. Cannot say anything about the number of deaths yet. The death toll may increase as the flight crashed in a residential area.” (ANI)

• 20:14 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu takes stock of the situation following the Air India plane crash, in Ahmedabad

  Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu arrived at the site of the Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday to take stock of the situation. ”I am shaken by the tragic and horrific incident. I am still in a state of shock. The PM called me and asked me to be here at the site. At this time, I can only think of the passengers and their families. Many agencies have been engaged in rescue operations. I don’t want to say anything about the numbers yet. We are extending all help. The Union Home Minister is also coming to the site here. Very sad to know that (BJP leader) Vijay Rupani was also there, and so were other nationals. We are going to do a fair and thorough investigation. We will go to the depths of why this incident happened,” the Minister said. “We are going to do a fair & thorough investigation, and probe why this incident happened. We still have to find out the numbers,” he added.

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• 20:13 | June 12, 2025

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• 20:05 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Crisis teams set up in Delhi, London: UK Parliament told after plane crash

  Britain has set up crisis teams in Delhi and London to support the families of those aboard the Air India Flight 171, which crashed soon after takeoff from Ahmedabad Airport on Thursday, Foreign Secretary David Lammy informed Parliament.

  In an urgent statement in the House of Commons, Lammy noted that British nationals were on board the aircraft, which was carrying 242 passengers and crew.

  While the minister did not specify any numbers in Parliament, it has been reported that 53 of the passengers on board were British nationals.

  “My thoughts and I’m sure those of the entire House are with those who have been affected by the tragic plane crash in India this morning,” Lammy told MPs.

  “We know that British nationals were on board and I can confirm that the FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) is working urgently with local authorities to support British nationals and their families, and has stood up a crisis team in both Delhi and in London,” he said.

  His statement followed Leader of the House of Commons, Lucy Powell, opening the business of the day by updating Parliament on the “devastating” crash.

• 19:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani dead in Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad: BJP leader C R Patil.

• 19:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Maharashtra govt releases helpline numbers

  (PTI) The Maharashtra government on Thursday released helpline numbers for the relatives of victims of the London-bound Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad in the afternoon.

  In a statement, the Disaster Management Cell in the Mantralaya, the state secretariat, released three helpline numbers - 022-22027990, 022-22794229 and 9321587143.

  It also released an emergency helpline number - 1070.

  The relatives and affected citizens can contact these numbers for information related to the tragedy, it said.

  An Ahmedabad-London Air India flight carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed into a medical college complex in Ahmedabad minutes after its take-off, possibly killing all on board in one of the country’s worst air tragedies. But there is no official count of the fatalities so far.

  According to Air India, of the 230 passengers, 169 were Indians, 53 British, seven Portuguese and one Canadian. The other 12 were two pilots and 10 crew members.

• 19:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Pakistan ‘saddened’ by deadly plane crash in India: Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar

• 19:54 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Aircraft debris at the crash site of Air India Ltd. flight AI171 in Ahmedabad.

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  An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner traveling from Ahmedabad to London’s Gatwick airport crashed shortly after taking off, in what stands to be the most serious accident involving the US planemaker’s most advanced widebody airliner.

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• 19:52 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad flight crash: Puducherry CM Rangasamy expresses shock

  (PTI) Chief Minister of Puducherry N Rangasamy expressed deep shock and sorrow over the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad Thursday.

  In a message the Chief Minister said, “I am really shocked and taken aback on seeing the tragedy”.

  He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families.

  “I also pray for speedy recovery of those injured,” CM said.

• 19:51 | June 12, 2025

  Air India plane crash: Mehbooba Mufti expresses deep sorrow, demands probe

  (PTI) People’‘s Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday expressed deep sorrow over the crash of a London-bound Air India flight in Ahmedabad and demanded a thorough probe into the incident to fix responsibility.

  Mufti made these remarks after addressing a one-day party convention at the Patnitop tourist resort in Udhampur district.

  “I want to express my deep sorrow over the incident that occurred today in Ahmedabad,” the PDP chief told reporters.

  She further said, “We hope the government will conduct a proper investigation and that responsibility is fixed, wherever it lies. Whoever is responsible for this incident should be held accountable and brought to justice.” The plane, carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed moments after taking off from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon. Several casualties were feared.

• 19:48 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today : US agency to lead team to India to assist plane crash investigation

  A US government agency that investigates civil aviation accidents on Thursday said it would be leading a team of American investigators to India to assist in the investigation of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad.

  The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said in a post on X that it will be “leading a team of US investigators travelling to India to assist the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau with its investigation into the crash of an Air India Boeing 787 in Ahmedabad, India, Thursday.” It added that as per international protocols under the International Civil Aviation Organisation, all information on the investigation will be provided by the Government of India.

• 19:46 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: US agency to lead team to India to assist plane crash investigation

• 19:41 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Air India Plane Crash: Marco Rubio expresses his grief over plane crash incident

• 19:35 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash Live updates: Message from Campbell Wilson, MD & CEO, Air India.

• 19:32 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Tata Group to provide ₹1 crore to the families of each person who has lost their life in plane crash tragedy

• 19:28 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Emmanuel Macron expresses his grief over plane crash

• 19:27 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Bumrah, Hardik, Rahane, Pujara join cricketing fraternity in mourning plane crash victims

  Members of the Indian cricket fraternity expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families on Thursday after a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad. The Boeing 787-8 aircraft, carrying 242 people, including 12 crew members, went down at 1:38 PM, near Ahmedabad airport.

  Fast-bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who hails from Gujarat, shared his grief on Instagram Stories: “Prayers and strength for everyone affected by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad.”

  All-rounder Hardik Pandya also offered his condolences: “Heartbreaking to hear about the crash in Ahmedabad. Prayers and strength to the families of those affected.”

  Ajinkya Rahane also posted: “Deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Prayers for the victims and their families.”

  Cheteshwar Pujara too expressed deep anguish: “Saddened and hearbroken to hear about the plane crash in Ahmedabad, praying for the families of everyone affected.”

• 19:26 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Mayawati expresses sorrow over Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Thursday expressed sorrow on the crash of Air India flight AI171, which was en route from Ahmedabad to London.

  In a post on X, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister wrote, “The incident of death of many people in the Ahmedabad plane crash is extremely sad and painful. My deepest condolences to the affected families. May God give them the strength to bear this sorrow,” Mayawati added.

  The London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon.

  The Boeing aircraft crashed in the Meghaninagar area near the Ahmedabad International Airport around 2 pm. (PTI)

• 19:26 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel at Air India crash site in Ahmedabad.

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• 19:23 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Mizoram CM expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  (PTI) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday expressed sorrow over the Ahmedabad plane crash.

  He said that Mizoram stands in solidarity with all affected people.

  “Deeply saddened by the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad today. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives. We stand in solidarity with all affected during this heartbreaking time, “ Lalduhoma said in a post on X.

  A London-bound Air India flight carrying 242 passengers crashed in a residential area shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon.

  The number of casualties is not yet known.

• 19:23 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Spoke to daughter in morning, now clueless about her, 2 family members, says Nagpur man

  A Nagpur-based man on Thursday said his daughter, her one-and-a-half-year-old son and her mother-in-law were on board the ill-fated London-bound flight which crashed in Ahmedabad city in the afternoon.

  Talking to PTI, Manish Kamdar said he had spoken to his daughter Yasha Modha, who resides in Ahmedabad, in the morning, but was now clueless about her and two members of her family following the plane crash.

  

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Spoke to daughter in morning, now clueless about her, 2 family members, says Nagpur man

  Nagpur man's daughter, son, and mother-in-law were on London-bound flight that crashed in Ahmedabad, leaving family anxious.

• 19:19 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Message from Campbell Wilson, MD & CEO, Air India

• 19:14 | June 12, 2025

  DNA tests to be carried out to identify plane crash victims, says official; mum on death toll

  (PTI) DNA tests will be carried out to ascertain the identities of those who perished in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad city on Thursday afternoon, a senior Gujarat health department official said even as he refused to cite death toll figures.

  The Air India Ahmedabad-London flight, with 230 passengers and 12 crew members on board, crashed minutes after taking off at 1:39pm. from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport here. Videos showed the jet losing altitude before crashing, triggering a ball of fire followed by thick plumes of smoke rising into the sky.

  “To identify those who lost their lives in the plane crash, arrangements have been made by Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to collect DNA samples. Close relatives, such as parents or children, of the deceased will be able to give DNA samples at Kasoti Bhavan of BJ Medical College of Ahmedabad Civil Hospital,” state health department principal secretary Dhananjay Dwivedi said here.

  He refused to divulge details of the death toll in the crash.

  Dwivedi said several persons were injured as the plane crashed into the residential quarters of doctors serving in the civil hospital and studying in BJ Medical College.

  “Fifty persons, who were injured in the incident, are currently being treated at the Civil Hospital. All the patients are stable,” said Dwivedi.

• 19:09 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Mann, Kejriwal, other Punjab leaders express deep sadness over plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said they were deeply saddened over the news of an Air India plane crashing in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad.

  CM Mann in a post on X said, “A heart-wrenching news has come from Ahmedabad. A passenger plane crashed near a residential area during its flight. The images of smoke and destruction are extremely disturbing.” 

  Former Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) president Kejriwal said, “Deeply saddened by the news of the air crash. My prayers with those affected and their families.” 

  Leader of Opposition in the Punjab Assembly Partap Singh Bajwa said he was deeply saddened by the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. “Praying for the safety of all onboard and strength to the families affected,” said Bajwa in a post on X.

  Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring said, “Extremely shocked & saddened by the Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad with 242 passengers on board. My thoughts & prayers are with them & the crew. Wishing a speedy recovery to the injured & hoping for everyone’s safety.” 

  Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar said the shocking news of the Air India plane crash over Ahmedabad with 242 people on board is heartbreaking. “It’s painful beyond words. In this sad hour my heart goes to those affected by this tragedy,” said Jakhar.

  BJP leader and former Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh said he was shocked to learn about the tragic Air India flight incident.

  “My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Hoping for the safety and well-being of every passenger and crew member,” he said in a post on X.

  Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said he was devastated by the Ahmedabad plane crash. “Praying for the safety of all passengers and crew,” he said. - PTI

• 19:05 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Home Minister Amit Shah leaves for Ahmedabad

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah left for Ahmedabad to take stock of the situation after a London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed moments after taking off on Thursday afternoon, officials said.

  Shah is scheduled to meet Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and senior officials to discuss the rescue efforts, they said.

  Earlier, the home minister spoke to Patel, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi and the Ahmedabad Police commissioner to assess the situation.

  “Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Disaster response forces have been quickly rushed to the crash site. Spoke with the Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi, and Commissioner of Police Ahmedabad to assess the situation,” Shah said in a post on X.

  Former Gujarat chief minister and BJP leader Vijay Rupani is believed to be among the passengers on the doomed flight from Ahmedabad to London’s Gatwick airport.

  The Boeing aircraft, which could be seen losing altitude quickly, crashed in the Meghaninagar area near the Ahmedabad International Airport around 2 pm.

  Air India confirmed that its flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, met with an accident today after take-off. - PTI

• 19:03 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Absolutely heartbroken’: Shah Rukh, Aamir express sorrow over Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Following the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171 in Ahmedabad on Thursday, actor Shah Rukh Khan took to social media to offer his condolences and prayers for the victims and their families. In a post on X, he expressed, “Absolutely heartbroken with the news about the crash in Ahmedabad... my prayers for the victims, their families and all affected.”

  A while ago, actor Anushka Sharma also reacted to the incident, paying her heartfelt condolences to the victims. “Saddened to hear about the plane crash today. Thoughts and prayers with the passengers and their families,” she posted on Instagram Story.

  Aamir Khan offered his condolences to the families of the victims of the Air India crash via a post on the “Aamir Khan Productions” Instagram account. In the message, his team expressed grief and said they stand in solidarity with everyone. The note read, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash that occurred today. At this moment of profound loss, our thoughts and condolences are with the families of those affected. We stand in solidarity with the individuals, communities, and responders impacted by this devastating event. Stay strong India. Team AKP.”

  Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut said, “The news of the Ahmedabad plane crash is extremely tragic and painful. I pray to God for everyone’s safety, may God provide strength to all affected families in this hour of crisis.”

  “Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time,” Akshay posted on X.

• 19:01 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Praying for all those affected and thoughts with their families’: Virat Kohli on plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Former Indian skipper and legendary batter Virat Kohli on Thursday expressed grief over the “tragic” plane crash in Ahmedabad and said his prayers are with the families of the passengers and the crew. The London-bound Air India flight, which departed from Ahmedabad international airport at 1338 hours and carrying 242 passengers, including 12 crew members crashed soon after it took off. On board the flight were 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, one Canadian and 7 Portuguese.Kohli posted on his Instagram, “Shocked to hear about the plane crash at Ahmedabad today. Praying for all those affected and thoughts with their families.” - PTI

• 18:59 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Rohit Sharma expresses sorrow over tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad

  ndian ODI skipper Rohit Sharma on Thursday expressed sorrow over the “tragic” plane crash in Ahmedabad and said his prayers are with the families of the passengers and the crew.The London-bound flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hours, was carrying 242 passengers including 12 crew members. Of these, 169 are Indians, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian and 7 Portuguese nationals.Rohit Sharma posted on Instagram and said, “Really sad and disturbing news from Ahmedabad. Prayers for all the lives lost and their families.” - ANI

• 18:58 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Deeply saddened by Ahmedabad plane crash: Kerala CM

  (PTI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday expressed sadness over the tragic plane crash of a London-bound Air India flight near the Ahmedabad airport.

  Vijayan also said that the Kerala government is with those who were affected by the tragedy.

  “Deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash near the Ahmedabad airport. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. The Government of Kerala stands with all those affected during this time of sorrow,” he said in a post on social media platform ‘X’.

  The London-bound ill-fated plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon.

  According to Air India, the flight from Ahmedabad to Gatwick had 169 Indians, 53 British, and one Canadian national on board.

• 18:58 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Deeply saddened by Ahmedabad plane crash: Kerala CM

  Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday expressed sadness over the tragic plane crash of a London-bound Air India flight near the Ahmedabad airport.

  Vijayan also said that the Kerala government is with those who were affected by the tragedy.

  “Deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash near the Ahmedabad airport. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. The Government of Kerala stands with all those affected during this time of sorrow,” he said in a post on social media platform ‘X’.

  The London-bound ill-fated plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon.

  According to Air India, the flight from Ahmedabad to Gatwick had 169 Indians, 53 British, and one Canadian national on board. - PTI

• 18:47 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Air India crash: Three Ahmedabad-bound flights cancelled

  (PTI) Three Ahmedabad-bound flights from here were cancelled on Thursday following a plane crash in the Gujarat city, officials at the city airport said.

  All three flights were operated by a private carrier.

  One of the flights was proceeding towards Ahmedabad and later returned following the incident which led to a closure of the Ahmedabad airport, they added.

  The London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a crowded residential area minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport. Many people were feared killed.

• 18:46 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Vaishnaw on Ahmedabad air crash

• 18:38 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Cricketing fraternity expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  Members of the Indian cricket fraternity expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families on Thursday after a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad.The Boeing 787-8 aircraft, carrying 242 people including 12 crew members, went down at 1:38 PM.India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav shared his grief on Instagram Stories, writing: “Shocked to hear about the tragic plane crash of AirIndia Ahmedabad-London flight. Thoughts and prayers to all the lives lost. Wishing for safety of every resident staying in that affected area.”

  Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan also posted on Instagram Stories: “Deeply saddened to hear about the plane crash in Gujarat. May the families find strength in this unimaginable time.”’

  Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh wrote on X: “Heartbreaking news about the #AirIndia plane crash in Ahmedabad. Thoughts and prayers with the passengers, crew, and families affected. May they find strength in this difficult time.”

  Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh expressed deep anguish: “I am utterly shocked and deeply anguished to learn about the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims and their families who are enduring unimaginable pain and loss. In moments like these, words feel so inadequate, but I hope that those affected find strength, courage, and support. My heart goes out to everyone impacted by this tragedy.”

  Cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra reacted with a brief but heartfelt message, “Ohhh God. Thoughts and prayers.”

  Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan, who hails from Gujarat, also offered his condolences: “Deeply saddened by the Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad today. Prayers for the passengers, crew, and their families.”

  Former India captain Suresh Raina wrote, “Absolutely devastated by the news of the Air India crash in Ahmedabad. My heartfelt prayers for all the lives lost and strength to the families affected. In this tragic hour, we stand united in grief.”

• 18:34 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Emergency services personnel near a charred body (pixelated) at the spot after a London-bound Air India plane crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport

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• 18:33 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Ahmedabad plane crash: Boeing says it’s in contact with Air India

  US aircraft maker Boeing on Thursday said the company is in contact with Air India after one of the airline’s Boeing 787-8 planes on way to Gatwick (London) crashed immediately after taking off from Ahmedabad airport.

  “We are in contact with Air India regarding flight 171 and stand ready to support them (Air India),” Boeing said in a statement.

  

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Boeing says it's in contact with Air India

  Boeing in contact with Air India after Boeing 787-8 crash in Ahmedabad, offering support and condolences.

• 18:33 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Very tragic accident, extend deepest condolences: MEA on Ahmedabad plane crash

  (PTI) The Ministry of External Affairs has termed the crash of an Air India plane in Ahmedabad a “tragic accident” and extended condolences to the people who lost their loved ones in the accident.

  The London-bound ill-fated plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon.

  “It is a very tragic accident. And, We extend our deepest condolences to people who have lost their loved ones,” MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said during his weekly briefing here, hours after the accident.

  He said the situation is still evolving and more details will emerge from relevant agencies.

  According to Air India, the flight from Ahmedabad to Gatwick had 169 Indians, 53 British, and one Canadian national on board.

• 18:30 | June 12, 2025

  Possibility of survivors cannot be ruled out: Ahmedabad top cop on plane crash

  Ahmedabad police commissioner GS Malik said possibility of survivors in Thursday’s Air India plane crash cannot be ruled.

  He said rescue operations are underway at the site of the crash in Meghaninagar close to Ahmedabad international airport.

  The Air India Ahmedabad-London flight, with 230 passengers and 12 crew members on board, crashed minutes after taking off at 1:39pm.. Videos showed the jet losing altitude before crashing, triggering a ball of fire followed by thick plumes of smoke rising into the sky.

  “Possibility of survivors in the plane crash incident cannot be ruled out. Our rescue operations at the site are still ongoing. Some people have been taken to hospital,” Malik said. (PTI)

• 18:26 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Manoj Sinha, Omar Abdullah and other leaders expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said he was shocked by the crash.

  “Deeply shocked and pained by the flight crash in Ahmedabad. My prayers are with the passengers and their families,” he said on X.

  Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said his prayers are with the victims’ kin.

  PDP president Mehbooba Mufti grieved the deaths, the number of which is not yet officially released.

  Apni Party chief Altaf Bukhari said the plane crash was heartbreaking.

  “This is an unspeakable tragedy. May the departed souls rest in eternal peace, and may the Almighty grant their loved ones strength, comfort, and patience in this time of immense sorrow,” he said.

• 18:25 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: NC chief Farooq Abdullah grieves plane crash deaths, demands ‘thorough investigation’

  National conference president Farooq Abdullah Thursday expressed his grief at the Ahmedabad plane crash and demanded a thorough investigation into the incident.

  Farooq told reporters, “I think this is the first time in many, many years that such a tragedy has taken place in our country. I heard there was a power failure when the plane was gaining height. It struck a building, and God knows how many people inside the building survived. This is very unfortunate.” The NC chief called for a thorough investigation and urged the authorities to ensure such incidents do not happen again.

  “There should be a thorough investigation. I think these are new planes, and they should see what really happened. I have not heard that these planes have faced any such difficulties,” he said.

• 18:24 | June 12, 2025

  NC chief Farooq Abdullah grieves plane crash deaths, demands ‘thorough investigation’

  National conference president Farooq Abdullah Thursday expressed his grief at the Ahmedabad plane crash and demanded a thorough investigation into the incident.

  Farooq told reporters, “I think this is the first time in many, many years that such a tragedy has taken place in our country. I heard there was a power failure when the plane was gaining height. It struck a building, and God knows how many people inside the building survived. This is very unfortunate.” The NC chief called for a thorough investigation and urged the authorities to ensure such incidents do not happen again.

  “There should be a thorough investigation. I think these are new planes, and they should see what really happened. I have not heard that these planes have faced any such difficulties,” he said. (PTI)

• 18:22 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Fire, clouds of smoke, debris all around,’ eyewitness recalls Gujarat plane crash horror

  An eyewitness on the ground recounted the Gujarat plane crash horrors and said that he saw fire, clouds of smoke and debris scattered all around. 

  An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London with 242 people on board crashed into a doctors’ hostel near the Ahmedabad Airport shortly after taking off on Thursday, a senior police officer said.

  

  ‘Fire, clouds of smoke, debris all around,’ eyewitness recalls Gujarat plane crash horror

  Eyewitness describes horrific Gujarat plane crash with fire, smoke, and debris; authorities mobilize rescue efforts and emergency helpline.

• 18:20 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Cricketing fraternity expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  Members of the Indian cricket fraternity expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families on Thursday after a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad.The Boeing 787-8 aircraft, carrying 242 people including 12 crew members, went down at 1:38 PM.

• 18:10 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Deeply shocked: Jaishankar on Ahmedabad plane crash

  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said he is “deeply shocked” to learn about the Air India flight that crashed minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport.

  The external affairs minister is currently on an official tour abroad.

  “Deeply shocked to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. Our prayers are with the passengers and their families,” Jaishankar posted on X.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a crashed into residential quarters of BJ Medical College doctors in Ahmedabad’s Meghaninagar area minutes after taking off from the airport on Thursday afternoon. Many people were feared dead.

  According to Air India, the ill-fated Air India flight from Ahmedabad to Gatwick had 169 Indians, 53 British, and one Canadian national on-board. 

• 18:09 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Canadian PM Carney says ‘devastated’ to learn about Ahmedabad crash

  Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday he is “devastated” to learn of the Ahmedabad plane crash with 242 passengers on board, including one Canadian.

  London-bound Air India flight Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff near the Ahmedabad airport. There were 169 Indians, 53 British, one Canadian and seven Portuguese nationals onboard.

  “Devastated to learn of the crash of a London-bound Air India plane in Ahmedabad, carrying 242 passengers — including one Canadian.

  “My thoughts are with the loved ones of everyone on board. Canada’s transportation officials are in close contact with counterparts and I am receiving regular updates as the response to this tragedy unfolds,” Carney said in a post on X. 

• 18:08 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Boeing says it is in contact with Air India.

• 18:08 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: UK’s King Charles says he is ‘desperately shocked’ by Air India plane crash

  Britain’s King Charles said on Thursday he was desperately shocked by the Air India plane crash in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad, with passengers including 53 Britons and one Canadian.

  “My wife and I have been desperately shocked by the terrible events in Ahmedabad this morning,” the monarch said in a statement.

  “Our special prayers and deepest possible sympathy are with the families and friends of all those affected by this appallingly tragic incident across so many nations, as they await news of their loved ones.

  “I would like to pay a particular tribute to the heroic efforts of the emergency services and all those providing help and support at this most heartbreaking and traumatic time.” (Reuters)

• 18:05 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi express their grief over plane crash in Ahmedabad

  Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi expressed their grief following the plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, involving an Air India flight bound for London.Sonia Gandhi, in a statement, said, “I am deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts are with the families of the passengers and the crew. The visuals are most heart-wrenching. The entire country is overtaken by grief and is praying.”

  Rahul Gandhi urged Congress workers to help with rescue and relief efforts. Rahul Gandhi said, “The Ahmedabad Air India crash is heartbreaking. The pain and anxiety the families of the passengers and crew must be feeling is unimaginable. My thoughts are with each one of them in this incredibly difficult moment. Urgent rescue and relief efforts by the administration are critical - every life matters, every second counts. Congress workers must do everything they can to help on the ground.”

  Earlier, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and Congress MP Jairam Ramesh expressed their deep condolence following the plane crash.

  In a post on X, Priyanka Gandhi shared, “My heart goes out to the families of the passengers and crew on board the Air India flight. The whole nation is hoping against hope that your loved ones survive this horrifying crash. May God be with all of you.”

  Mallikarjun Kharge extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the passengers, pilot and the crew.In a post on X, Kharge shared, “Absolutely shocked to know about the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, where several passengers and crew members were on board. It’s heart-wrenching to see the horrific visuals. Our heartfelt sympathies, thoughts and prayers with the families of the passengers, pilot and the crew. I urge Congress leaders and workers to provide all assistance and support to the victims and their loved ones.

• 18:04 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: US aviation, accident investigation officials in touch over Air India crash, FAA says

• 18:02 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: FAA (Federal Aviation Authority) is in contact with NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) regarding Air India FLIGHT AI171, from Ahmedabad (AMD) to London Gatwick (LGW)

• 18:00 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: More than 200 people have died after an Air India plane crashed in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad on Thursday, Kanan Desai, a top city police officer told Reuters.

• 17:59 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: A devastating human tragedy: V-P Dhankhar on Ahmedabad plane crash

  Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday said the plane crash has left the nation dealing with a devastating human tragedy.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a crashed into residential quarters of BJ Medical College doctors in Ahmedabad’s Meghaninagar area after taking off from the airport on Thursday afternoon. Many people were feared killed. In a post on X, the vice president said the unfortunate incident in Ahmedabad has left people confronting a devastating human tragedy.

  “My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. In this moment of grief, the nation stands united in solidarity with them,” Dhankhar said.

• 17:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Ahmedabad airport now available for flight operations,’ says Civil Aviation Ministry following Air India plane crash

  The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Thursday announced that flight operations at Ahmedabad Airport have resumed hours after a London-bound Air India aircraft was involved in a tragic accident near its perimeter. In a post on X, the Ministry noted that all flight safety protocols are being followed.

  

  ‘Ahmedabad airport now available for flight operations,’ says Civil Aviation Ministry following Air India plane crash

  Flight operations at Ahmedabad Airport resume following tragic Air India accident; PM Modi expresses deep sorrow and offers assistance.

• 17:56 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Indian Army deployed for rescue operations at crash site
• 17:54 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Ursula von der Leyen expresses grief over plane crash

• 17:53 | June 12, 2025

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• 17:51 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Ahmedabad airport resumes operations with limited flights

  The Ahmedabad airport on Thursday resumed operations with limited flights after a brief halt following the crash of an Air India’s UK-bound passenger aircraft.

  Flight operations at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, which were suspended earlier following the crash of a Gatwick (London)-bound Air India Boeing 787-8, have now commenced with limited flights, the private airport operator said.

  “Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, is now operational with limited flights,” a spokesperson of the airport said.

  Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport, the airport said in its latest advisory.

  The plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday. Many people were feared killed.

  The pilot of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner issued a ‘Mayday’ distress call, denoting a full emergency, soon after take-off, the Air Traffic Control at Ahmedabad said. (PTI)

• 17:49 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: CRPF deploys 150 personnel for rescue operations after Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

  The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has deployed around 150 personnel to assist in the ongoing rescue and relief operations following the crash of a London-bound Air India flight shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad on Thursday.According to a statement by the CRPF, troops from the 100 Battalion of the Rapid Action Force (RAF), along with personnel from the CRPF’s Group Centre in Gandhinagar, have been sent to the crash site to support efforts on the ground.“Flight AI 171 (Ahmedabad to London), reportedly carrying 242 passengers, crashed while taking off. Troops of 100 Rapid Action Force and Group Centre CRPF Gandhinagar ( Approximately 150 personnel) are involved in rescue operations. More details awaited,” the CRPF said.The Gujarat government has also mobilised three National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, comprising 90 personnel from Gandhinagar, to assist in rescue operations.The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people, including 12 crew members, crashed shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon.The aircraft reportedly crashed into a doctor’s hostel near the airport perimeter.Western Railway has dispatched its Disaster Management Team, along with medical personnel and RPF staff, to assist the Gujarat government and other agencies involved in relief and rescue efforts.

• 17:47 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: President Putin offers deepest condolences over Ahmedabad plane crash

  Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday offered “deepest condolences” to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the plane crash at Ahmedabad, the Kremlin said here.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area in Ahmedabad minutes after taking off. Many people are feared killed.

  “Please accept my deepest condolences over the tragic consequences of the plane crash at Ahmedabad Airport.

  “Please convey my sympathy and support to the families of those killed and my wishes for a swift recovery to those injured in the crash,” Putin said in his message.

• 17:42 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: City police commissioner tells AP there appear to be no survivors from Air India Airliner that crashed - AP reporter on x post (Reuters)

• 17:41 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: CJI, SC judges express condolences over Air India flight crash

  Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai and other judges of the Supreme Court on Thursday expressed their deepest sympathies to the families affected by the air crash of a London-bound Air India plane in Ahmedabad.

  A release issued by the top court said, “The Chief Justice of India and Companion Judges of the Supreme Court of India, along with the officials of the Registry express deepest condolence to the families affected by the tragic air crash at Ahmedabad today.” CJI Gavai also expressed his concern for the residents of the B J Medical College where the London-bound Air India plane crashed, causing severe damage to buildings in the premises.

  “During this difficult times our thoughts and prayers are with them. May they find strength and solace in the support of their loved ones,” the CJI said.

  Air India Flight AI 171 with 242 people on board, including passengers and cabin crew, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. 

• 17:40 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Deeply anguished by news of tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad’: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

  Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday expressed deep anguish over the “tragic” plane crash in Ahmedabad and said his prayers are with the families of the passengers and the crew.The London-bound flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hours, was carrying 242 passengers incuding 12 crew members. Of these, 169 are Indians, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian and 7 Portuguese nationals.In a post on X, Rajnath Singh said, “Deeply anguished by the news of tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the passengers and the crew.”Earlir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident in Ahmedabad, terming it “heartbreaking beyond words.”In a post on X, PM Modi conveyed his condolences and said he is in constant communication with state authorities.

• 17:39 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu expresses shok over plane crash

  Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu expressed shock at the plane crash and said he was personally monitoring the situation.

  “We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action.

  “Rescue teams have been mobilised and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site,” he said in a post on X in the afternoon.

  The minister, who was in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad to oversee the situation on the ground.

• 17:39 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Extremely sad and painful’: MoS Home Nityanad Rai expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, on Thursday expressed grief over the plane crash in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad, involving an Air India flight en route to Gatwick in London.In a post on X, Rai said, “The news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat is extremely sad and painful. May God give strength to the families who have lost their loved ones to bear this sorrow.”BJP leader Kavinder Gupta termed the accident “massive” and prayed for the recovery of the injured.“We can only pray to God that everyone is safe. This is a massive accident. We can say anything only after we get official information,” Gupta told ANI.

  “We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information,” Boeing said in a statement.

• 17:37 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: AAIB to probe Air India plane crash

  Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will probe the Air India plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, according to an official.

  Air India’s Dreamliner Boeing 787 aircraft, involved in the crash, had 242 people on board, including 12 crew members.

  AAIB Director General and Director of Investigation at the agency, among others, will be leaving for Ahmedabad, the official said.

  Under the civil aviation ministry, AAIB is responsible for the classification of safety occurrences, involving aircraft operating in the Indian airspace into accidents and serious incidents.

  It carries out detailed investigations into accidents and also suggests measures to improve safety.

  “We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information,” Boeing said in a statement.

• 17:37 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau to probe Air India plane crash

  Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will probe the Air India plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, according to an official.

  Air India’s Dreamliner Boeing 787 aircraft, involved in the crash, had 242 people on board, including 12 crew members.

  AAIB Director General and Director of Investigation at the agency, among others, will be leaving for Ahmedabad, the official said.

  Under the Civil Aviation Ministry, AAIB is responsible for the classification of safety occurrences, involving aircraft operating in the Indian airspace into accidents and serious incidents.

  It carries out detailed investigations into accidents and also suggests measures to improve safety.

  “We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information,” Boeing said in a statement.

  Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu expressed shock at the plane crash and said he was personally monitoring the situation.

  “We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action.

  “Rescue teams have been mobilised and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site,” he said in a post on X in the afternoon.

  The minister, who was in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad to oversee the situation on the ground. 

• 17:36 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: People gather near the spot as relief work is underway after an Air India plane crashed moments after taking off from the airport, in Ahmedabad.

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• 17:35 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Heartbroken’: From Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar to Sunny Deol, Bollywood celebs express grief over Gujarat plane crash

  The Air India flight AI171, departing from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, London, crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday while carrying 242 passengers. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Randeep Hooda, Sunny Deol, Janhvi Kapoor and others, have expressed grief over the Air India plane crash incident in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad.Taking to her Instagram stories, Janhvi wrote, “Shaken by the news of the Air India flight crash that took place shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. The weight of such tragedies is impossible to put into words. Praying deeply for the passengers, the crew, and every family waiting for answers tonight.

• 17:32 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘We are all rushing to Ahmedabad’: Union MoS Murlidhar Mohol

  Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol on Thursday said that the ministry has issued helplines following the crash in Ahmedabad this afternoon of Air India London-bound flight with 242 people onboard.Speaking to ANI, Mohol said, “It’s a very unfortunate incident. We are all rushing to Ahmedabad. There were 242 people onboard the aircraft. We have issued helpline numbers.”According to the National Disaster Response Force, three NDRF teams, comprising 90 personnel, have reached the site of the crash from Gandhinagar. A total of three more teams are being moved from Vadodaram the Force said.Earlier, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said he is personally monitoring the situation and directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift action.Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has rushed to Ahmedabad’s Asarwa Civil Hospital, where those injured in the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner plane crash were brought for treatment. The plane crashed into a hostel for doctors of a medical college.

• 17:31 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: President Putin offers deepest condolences over Ahmedabad plane crash

  Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday offered “deepest condolences” to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the plane crash at Ahmedabad, the Kremlin said here.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area in Ahmedabad minutes after taking off. Many people are feared killed.

  “Please accept my deepest condolences over the tragic consequences of the plane crash at Ahmedabad Airport.

  “Please convey my sympathy and support to the families of those killed and my wishes for a swift recovery to those injured in the crash,” Putin said in his message. (PTI)

• 17:30 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Western Railway to run extra trains after Ahmedabad plane crash; relief operations underway

  Western Railway has announced that it would operate additional trains from Ahmedabad following the tragic crash of a London-bound Air India flight. Western Railway has dispatched its Disaster Management Team, along with medical personnel and RPF staff, to assist the Gujarat government and other agencies involved in relief and rescue efforts. “In response to the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash, the Disaster Management Team of Western Railway is actively extending full support in relief and rescue operations at the site while maintaining close coordination with the State,” the railway said in a statement. “Western Railway Medical Team and RPF (Railway Protection Force) personnel have also already been deployed for assisting in rescue operations. Additionally, Western Railway will operate extra trains from Ahmedabad based on demand. As of now, one train for Mumbai and one train for Delhi are being planned from Ahmedabad,” it added. Meanwhile, the Gujarat government has mobilised three teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), comprising 90 personnel, from Gandhinagar to the crash site to aid rescue operations. According to senior police officials, the aircraft crashed into a doctor’s hostel located just outside the airport perimeter. “After takeoff, the plane crashed here and after a preliminary enquiry, we got to know that the ... plane crashed into a building, which is a doctors’ hostel,” Jaipal Singh Rathore, Joint Commissioner of Police, Ahmedabad told reporters. The Ahmedabad City Police has release an emergency helpline number for assistance and information related to the crash. “Ahmedabad City Police Emergency Number for Police Emergency Services and necessary information related to the Ahmedabad Plane Crash 07925620359,” Ahmedabad Police stated in a post on X. According to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the London-bound Air India flight crashed in the Meghani Nagar area of Ahmedabad following the takeoff at 01:38 pm on Thursday. The Boeing aircraft was carrying 242 people, including 12 crew members. 

• 17:29 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Western Railway to run extra trains after Ahmedabad plane crash; relief operations underway

  Western Railway has announced that it would operate addtional trains from Ahmedabad following the tragic crash of a London-bound Air India flight.The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people, including 12 crew members, crashed shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon.In the aftermath, flight operations at the airport were suspended until further notice, prompting the railways to step in to address the resulting travel disruption.Western Railway has also dispatched its Disaster Management Team, along with medical personnel and RPF staff, to assist the Gujarat government and other agencies involved in relief and rescue efforts. (ANI)

• 17:27 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: ‘Shocked, saddened’: Meghalaya CM on Ahmedabad plane crash

  Shillong: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma expressed shock over the crash of an Air India plane in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

  Taking to X, Sangma posted, “Shocked and saddened by the tragic accident of the Air India flight going from Ahmedabad to London.” “Our prayers are with all the family members of passengers who were on board the aircraft,” he added.

• 17:26 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Himanta Biswa Sarma on Ahmedabad plane crash

• 17:25 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Ahmedabad plane crash ‘sad and painful’, says Haryana CM

  Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday called the plane crash in Ahmedabad “sad and painful” and prayed for the safety of all the passengers onboard.

  According to Air India, the Boeing 787-8 aircraft from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick was carrying 242 passengers and crew members. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese and one Canadian national.

  “The news of the unfortunate Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad is sad and painful. I pray to God for the well-being of the passengers and the aircraft crew,” Saini said in a post on X in Hindi.

  Political leaders from opposition parties including Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Kumari Selja and Randeep Singh Surjewala of the Congress and Indian National Lok Dal president Abhay Singh Chautala also said they were deeply saddened by the news of the plane crashing in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad.

  Former Haryana chief minister Hooda said, “The news of the crash of Air India passenger plane in Ahmedabad (Gujarat) is extremely sad and heart-wrenching. I pray to God for the well-being of all the passengers and crew members!” Hooda said in a post on X.

  Congress leader and Sirsa MP Kumari Selja said she was deeply saddened by the news of the Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad.

  “I pray to God for the safety of all the passengers and crew. My condolences are with all the affected families in this hour of crisis,” Selja said in a post on X.

  Surjewala said the news of the plane crash is extremely sad and heartbreaking while INLD’s Abhay Chautala said the incident has saddened everyone’s heart. 

• 17:23 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Operations have resumed at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad.

• 17:22 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: GE Aersopace: Deeply saddened by the loss of Air India flight AI-171; activated our emergency response team, and we are prepared to support our customer and the investigation

• 17:21 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Ahmedabad Airport is now available for flight operations

• 17:19 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Very tragic accident, extend our deepest condolences to people who have lost loved ones: Ministry of External Affairs on Air India plane crash.

• 17:16 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: President of India shares distress over plane crash

• 17:15 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Gujarat CM reaches Ahmedabad civil hospital to check on the injured

  Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel, who was participating in a public event in South Gujarat, has rushed to Ahmedabad civil hospital where passengers of the ill-fated Air India flight are being taken. 

  

  Gujarat CM reaches civil hospital to check on passengers injured in Air India crash

  Gujarat CM rushes to Ahmedabad hospital after Air India crash, meeting officials and relatives, awaiting casualty count.

• 17:14 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash Live updates: Boeing gathering more information

  Boeing said it is aware of initial reports of the plane crash in Ahmedabad and working to gather more information even as the company’s shares tumbled in pre-market trading.

  Boeing 787-8 Air India flight crashed into a residential area near the airport in Ahmedabad, a northwestern city with a population of more than 5 million, five minutes after taking off at 1:38 pm local time.

  Boeing said in a brief statement: “We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information.” The crash comes days before the opening of the Paris Air Show, a major aviation expo where Boeing and European rival Airbus will showcase their aircraft and battle for jet orders from airline customers.

  Boeing has been in recovery mode for more than six years after Lion Air Flight 610, a Boeing 737 Max 8, plunged into the Java Sea off the coast of Indonesia minutes after takeoff from Jakarta, killing all 189 people on board.

• 17:11 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Zelenskyy on Ahmedabad plane crash incident

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• 17:09 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Air India plane crashed into residential quarters of doctors of BJ Medical College

  The Air India plane bound for London, which lost altitude soon after take- off, crashed into residential quarters of BJ Medical College doctors in Ahmedabad’s Meghaninagar area on Thursday, causing severe damage to buildings in the premises, eyewitnesses said.

  Several people living in the residential quarters located near the Ahmedabad airport were injured in the crash, they claimed though there was no official confirmation of this.

  The plane was flying very low and it crashed into the residential quarters of doctors of the government-run college, an eyewitness, Haresh Shah, told PTI.

  “There are several five-floor buildings which serve as residential quarters. Many people in those apartments were injured as the buildings also caught fire,” he said.

  Another eyewitness said several cars and vehicles parked in the premises also caught fire. (PTI)

• 17:08 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live updates: Where it crashed

• 17:08 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Air India plane crash: National Burns Center keeps beds ready for injured

  The National Burns Center, a specialized center for the treatment of burn-related injuries in Navi Mumbai, has kept 20 beds ready in view of the crash of an Air India plane in Ahmedabad, a senior official said.

  “Considering the seriousness of the Ahmedabad-London flight crash incident, we have kept 20 beds ready on our own,” said Dr Sunil Keswani, medical director and secretary of the Indian Burns Research Society.

  “We have yet to receive any request about keeping beds ready,” he said, adding the center can prepare another 20 beds within an hour’s notice.

  Ahmedabad Civil Hospital has a 50-bed burns ward, he said. (PTI)

• 17:07 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Ahmedabad plane crash

• 17:04 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Gujarat CM reaches Civil hospital to check on passengers injured in Air India crash...

• 17:04 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: DGCA statement on Ahemdabad crash

  Accident to M/s Air India B787 aircraft VT-ANB on 12.06.2025 at Ahmedabad

  On 12th Jun, 2025, M/s Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB while operating flight AI-171 from (Ahmedabad to Gatwick) has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 person on board the aircraft consisting of 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew. The aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar. Capt Sumeet Sabharwal is a LTC with 8200 Hrs of experience. The copilot had 1100Hrs of flying experience. 

  As per ATC, aircraft departed from Ahmadabad at 1339 IST (0809 UTC) from runway 23. It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC. Aircraft Immediately after departure from Runway 23, fell on ground outside the airport perimeter. Heavy black smoke was seen coming from the accident site.

  The plane crashed directly on the BJ Medical College UG hostel mess in Meghani Nagar.

  Many MBBS students have lost their lives.

  Suspect Bird strike in both engines. Lost complete power.

• 17:01 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi on plane crash

• 16:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Ahmedabad police shares helpline information

• 16:56 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Gujarat police shares helpline information

• 16:53 | June 12, 2025

  Gujarat Plane Crash: Relatives rush to Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad

  The relatives of those affected in the Gujarat plane crash have started rushing to the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad.An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London with 242 people on board crashed into a doctors’ hostel near the Ahmedabad Airport shortly after taking off on Thursday, a senior police officer said.The relative of the passenger outside the hospital, where people affected in the crash have been rushed to, expressed concern over the crash

• 16:52 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi expresses grief over plane crash

• 16:49 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash : Union Minister G Kishan Reddy expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

• 16:49 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Helpline

• 16:45 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Shocked by plane crash near Ahmedabad: Jharkhand CM

  Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Thursday expressed grief over the Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad airport.

  The London-bound aircraft with 242 passengers and crew on board crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport. Several casualties are feared.

  “I am shocked by the heartbreaking incident of the plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. My deepest condolences to the deceased of the accident and their families. May Marang Buru protect everyone,” Soren said in a post on X.

  The plane crashed soon after taking off from Ahmedabad International Airport around 2 pm, the police said.

• 16:43 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Jagan Mohan Reddy expresses shock over Ahmedabad plane crash

• 16:42 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expresses shock over Ahmedabad plane crash

• 16:36 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: ‘Deeply painful’ says Adityanath on Ahmedabad plane crash; Akhilesh demands clarification

  ttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said he was in deep sorrow over the crash of Air India flight AI171, which was en route to London from Ahmedabad.

  The chief minister extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the accident, calling the incident “extremely distressing.” A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport Thursday afternoon.

  The Boeing aircraft crashed in the Meghaninagar area near the Ahmedabad international airport around 2 pm.

  “The tragic news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad is deeply painful. Many passengers have lost their lives. I pray to God for the safety of all and hope that such incidents do not result in further loss of life,” Adityanath said.

• 16:34 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and Congress leader Ashok Gehlot expresses grief

  “Received the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. This news is extremely sad and heartbreaking. I pray to God for the safety of all the passengers and staff,” Ashok Gehlot said.Congress MP Jairam Ramesh shared, “The Indian National Congress is shocked by the devastating tragedy that overtook AI-171 minutes after its takeoff from Ahmedabad airport. While full details are awaited, local Congress workers have already been directed to assist in rescue, relief, and other efforts. Our prayers continue for the passengers and the crew. It is a moment of utmost grief.”

• 16:32 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Western Railway team helping with rescue operations at Ahmedabad air crash site: official

  The disaster management team of the Western Railway is involved in relief and rescue operations at the site of the plane crash in Ahmedabad, an official said here.

  A medical team and Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel have been deployed to assist in the rescue efforts, said Vineet Abhishek, chief public relations officer, Western Railway.

  WR’s `Hospital Team’ comprising six doctors, 20 staff and seven ambulances was at the spot.

  “To facilitate the movement of affected individuals and their families, Western Railway is also planning to operate additional trains from Ahmedabad based on demand,” Abhishek said.

  A special train each for Mumbai and Delhi was being planned and an announcement will be made soon, he added.

  A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon. Many people were feared killed.

  The Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft (AI171) crashed in Meghaninagar area near the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport around 2 pm.

• 16:31 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Mallikarjun Kharge expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  “Absolutely shocked to know about the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, where several passengers and crew members were on board. It’s heart-wrenching to see the horrific visuals. Our heartfelt sympathies, thoughts and prayers with the families of the passengers, pilot and the crew. I urge Congress leaders and workers to provide all assistance and support to the victims and their loved ones.”

• 16:30 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Priyanka Gandhi, Kharge expresses condolence over plane crash in Ahmedabad

• 16:28 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: 169 Indians, 53 British nationals among 242 onboard ill-fated Air India flight

  

  169 Indians, 53 British nationals among 242 onboard ill-fated Air India flight

  169 Indians, 53 British nationals among 242 onboard ill-fated Air India flight

• 16:28 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Central Industrial Security Force says rescue operations being carried out

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• 16:24 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Rescue operation underway after an Air India plane crashed near Ahmedabad airport

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• 16:23 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: IndiGo flight returns to Kolkata after take-off due to closure of Ahmedabad airport crash

  A private airline’s flight from Kolkata to Ahmedabad returned to NSCBI Airport here on Thursday after getting airborne since the destination was closed after an Air India aircraft crashed shortly after take-off, officials said.

  IndiGo flight 6E-318, which departed from Kolkata at 1.49 pm, came back after being airborne, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) spokesperson in Kolkata said.

  The flight which had departed from stand number 53, had 179 passengers on board.

  The aircraft returned to Kolkata around 2.52 pm, the spokesperson said.

  The London-bound Boeing 787-8 aircraft that crashed was carrying 242 passengers and crew members. Of these, 169 are Indians, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese and one Canadian national, Air India said.

  Several casualties are feared. (PTI)

• 16:21 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Gautam Adani on Ahmedabad plane crash

• 16:20 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Vijay Mallya on plane crash incident

• 16:19 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: CISF on Air India flight crash incident

• 16:18 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Delhi CM calls Ahmedabad plane crash ‘extremely painful’

  Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday called the plane crash in Ahmedabad “extremely painful and shocking” and prayed for the safety of all the passengers onboard.

  The London-bound Air India plane with 242 passengers and crew on board crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon. Several casualties are feared. (PTI)

• 16:16 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: At least 30 bodies recovered from site of India air crash, rescue workers say (Reuters)

• 16:16 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad Plane Crash: PM Narendra Modi tweets

• 16:16 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: TN CM expresses shock over plane crash

• 16:15 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on plane crash

• 16:14 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today : Ahmedabad plane crash: Amit Shah speaks to Gujarat CM, police commissioner

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday spoke to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel to assess the situation after a London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in Ahmedabad moments after taking off.

  Shah also spoke to Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi and the Ahmedabad police commissioner. (PTI)

• 16:13 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live : PM Modi on plane crash

• 16:05 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Jaishankar expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

• 16:02 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Sharad Pawar expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

  “The incident of the crash of an Air India passenger plane in Ahmedabad, Gujarat is heartbreaking. It is also very sad to hear that there has been a huge loss of life in this accident. I pray that the agencies treating the injured passengers and those working at the scene of the accident will be strengthened and that the injured will recover soon,” 

• 16:01 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Ahmedabad plane crash

  “I am deeply saddened by the tragic incident involving the Air India Ahmedabad–London flight. My thoughts and prayers are with all the passengers, crew members, and their families during this difficult time. I earnestly pray to Lord Shri Jagannath for the safety and swift recovery of everyone affected,” 

• 16:00 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Saddened by reports of plane crash near Ahmedabad: Odisha CM

• 16:00 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Injured people being taken for treatment at a hospital after a London-bound Air India plane crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport

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• 15:58 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Ahmedabad: Firefighting team at the spot after an Air India plane crashed in Meghaninagar area, near Ahmedabad airport

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• 15:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad Air Crash: Firefighters at the spot

  Firefighting team at the spot after an Air India plane crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport

• 15:57 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: UK PM STARMER

• 15:55 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash : Pained and shocked over plane crash in Ahmedabad: Fadnavis

• 15:54 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: The plane crashed directly on the BJ Medical College UG hostel mess in Meghani Nagar.

• 15:54 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: UK FOREIGN MINISTER LAMMY ON AHMEDABAD PLANE CRASH

• 15:52 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Boeing is gathering information on Air India plane crash

  Boeing is working to gather information after an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 242 people onboard crashed minutes after taking off from India’s western city of Ahmedabad, a company spokesperson said.

• 15:50 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Air India pilot gave Mayday call to Ahmedabad ATC before crash, says DGCA

  As per ATC, the aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 1339 IST (0809 UTC) from Runway 23. It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC, according to the DGCA statement. 

  The aircraft immediately after departure from Runway 23 fell on the ground outside the airport perimeter, it said adding heavy black smoke was seen coming from the accident site. The Boeing aircraft, which could be seen losing altitude quickly, crashed in Meghaninagar area near the airport.

• 15:45 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Air India pilot gave Mayday call to Ahmedabad ATC before crash, says DGCA

  Soon after the takeoff, the pilot of ill-fated Air India aircraft gave a Mayday call to the Ahmedabad air traffic controller.

  However, thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC, aviation regulator DGCA said in a statement.

  At around 2 pm, the London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport. Several casualties are feared.

• 15:44 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: , Siddaramaiah in a social media post on ‘X’

• 15:43 | June 12, 2025

  Siddaramaiah says plan crash very unfortunate & painful moment

  Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday called the Air India plan crash as “very unfortunate” incident and prayed for the safety of passengers onboard the flight.

  Air India flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, on Thursday, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff, outside the airport.

• 15:39 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: Air India’s statement on Ahmedabad plane crash

• 15:36 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash Live: Air India tweet

• 15:36 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Boeing shares fall after plane crashes in India

  

  Boeing shares fall after plane crashes in India

  Shares of planemaker Boeing slid in premarket US trading on Thursday after an Air India aircraft with more than 200 people crashed near the airport in Ahmedabad.

• 15:33 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Air India’s statement

  Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off.

  The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals.

  The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals.

  We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information.

  Air India is giving its full cooperation to the authorities investigating this incident.

  Air India will release further information via regular updates on its X handle (x.com/airindia) and on airindia.com.

• 15:31 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad to London Plane Crash: PM takes stock of plane crash incident; asks aviation minister to ensure all necessary support

  

  PM takes stock of plane crash incident; asks aviation minister to ensure all necessary support

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu and took stock of the plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport.

• 15:30 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad place crash: Firefighting team at the spot after a London-bound Air India plane crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport

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• 15:30 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Modi speaks to Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and Home Minister Amit Shah

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and Home Minister Amit Shah, and took stock of the crash incident in Ahmedabad involving an Air India flight bound for London, according to sources. (ANI)

• 15:29 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: An injured person being taken for treatment at a hospital after a London-bound Air India plane crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport

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• 15:27 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: Deadly civilian plane crashes in India since 2000

  

  Deadly civilian plane crashes in India since 2000

  A London-bound Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday

• 15:24 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Airport advisory to passengers

  The airport has advised passengers to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport.

  “We request your cooperation and patience as authorities manage this evolving situation. Further updates will be provided as soon as available,” the spokesperson added.

  According to DGCA, there were 232 passengers and 10 crew members on board the Air India plane that crashed in a residential area near Ahmedabad airport. (PTI)

• 15:23 | June 12, 2025

  Air India crash today: Flight operations at Ahmedabad airport temporarily halted

  All flight operations have been temporarily suspended at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport here following the crash of an Air India flight to London.

  Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, on Thursday, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff, outside the airport.

  “As a result, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, is currently not operational. All flight operations are temporarily suspended until further notice,” a spokesperson of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport said in a statement.

• 15:20 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Injured being taken on a stretcher at a hospital in Ahmedabad airport

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• 15:19 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash live: Air India flight with 242 passengers crashes in Ahmedabad airport

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• 15:18 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: In this combo of images, a London-bound Air India plane crashes moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport.

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• 15:17 | June 12, 2025

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• 15:16 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash: Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on flight crash in Ahmedabad

  “Shocked and devastated to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. We are on the highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site. My thoughts and prayers are with all those on board and their families.”

• 15:15 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash: Operations at Ahmedabad airport temporarily suspended after plane crash: Airport spokesperson. (PTI)

• 15:15 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash news: PM Modi directs Naidu to ensure all necessary support is extended immediately: Official on Ahmedabad plane crash.

• 15:14 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash Live: N Chandrasekaran, Chairman Air India on Air India flight, AI 171 plane crash

  With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India flight, AI 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event.

  At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families. We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted.

  Further updates will be shared as we receive more verified information. An emergency centre has been activated and support team have been set up for families seeking information

• 15:13 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash Live: The aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal

  The aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar. Capt Sumeet Sabharwal is an LTC with 8200 hours of experience. The copilot had 1100 hours of flying experience, the official further added.As per ATC, the aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 1339 IST (0809 UTC) from runway 23. It gave a mayday Call to ATC, but thereafter, no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC.Aircraft immediately after departure from Runway 23, fell on the ground outside the airport perimeter. Heavy black smoke was seen coming from the accident site, said the official.Thick plumes of smoke could be seen at the accident spot, and fire tenders have reached the spot. (ANI)

• 15:13 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE:

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• 15:11 | June 12, 2025

  Air India pilot gave mayday call to Air Traffic Control before crash with over 200 passengers onboard at Ahmedabad airport

  An Air India plane from Ahmedabad to London with 242 passengers crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday.Confirming the incident, Air India said that Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad-London Gatwick, was involved in an incident on Thursday.The Directorate General of Civil Aviation said that a team has been rushed to the spot for investigation.“On 12th Jun, 2025, Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board the aircraft, consisting of 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew,” said a senior DGCA official. (ANI)

• 15:09 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad Plane Crash Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes stock of Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad; speaks to Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu: Official.

• 15:08 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad Plane Crash LIVE

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• 15:06 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad, Air India Plane Crash LIVE: Message from Union Minister for Civil Aviation

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• 15:04 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad, Air India Plane Crash LIVE: Air India Flight 171 Plane Crash

• 15:00 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad, Air India Plane Crash LIVE: Ex Gujarat CM Rupani was also on board on the crashed flight

• 15:00 | June 12, 2025

  Ahmedabad, Air India Plane Crash LIVE : SVPIA Spokesperson on Air India Plane Crash

  Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, earlier today, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff, outside the airport. 

  As a result, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, is currently not operational. All flight operations are temporarily suspended until further notice.

  Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport. We request your cooperation and patience as authorities manage this evolving situation. 

  Further updates will be provided as soon as available.

• 14:59 | June 12, 2025

  Air India Plane Crash Live update: Media Update

  Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Rammohan Naidu, who was in Vijayawada attending the first anniversary events of the NDA Government, rushed to Ahmedabad immediately upon receiving news of the flight crash.

  Treating the incident with utmost urgency, the Minister cut short his engagements and is now en route to personally oversee the situation on the ground. He is in constant contact with senior officials from DGCA, AAI, NDRF, and the Gujarat State administration to ensure swift, coordinated response and support.

  Rescue and medical teams are on site. Passenger safety and emergency response remain the highest priorities.

  Further updates will be shared by the Ministry as the situation develops.

• 14:51 | June 12, 2025

  Air India flight to Gatwick with 242 people on board crashes in Ahmedabad

  

  Ahemdabad Plane Crash: Air India flight to Gatwick with 242 people on board crashes

  A passenger aircraft has crashed near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday, government sources said.

Published on June 12, 2025