eznews.inFriends and family gathered in mourning for Co-Pilot Clive Kunder, who tragically lost his life in the crash of an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner during take-off from Ahmedabad on June 19, 2025. Investigators revealed that the aircraft's engine fuel switches were briefly turned off, causing confusion in the cockpit and raising questions about the pilots' actions. Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, 56, had an extensive flying history with over 15,600 hours of experience, including 8,596 hours on the Boeing 787, and was in contact with his family before the flight. First Officer Kunder, 32, held a commercial pilot license since 2020 and had accumulated 3,403 flying hours, with 1,128 as a co-pilot on the 787. Both pilots were remembered fondly, with Sabharwal described as a "gentleman" and Kunder celebrated for his lifelong passion for aviation. 
Published: Jul 12 2025, 6 ameznews.inA preliminary investigation into the tragic crash of an Air India Boeing 787, which claimed 260 lives shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, has revealed critical insights regarding the aircraft's fuel control switches. These switches, designed to regulate fuel flow to the engines, were briefly switched to 'CUTOFF' just seconds after departure, leading to a loss of engine power. Cockpit recordings captured a conversation between the pilots, with one questioning the other about the fuel cutoff, to which the response was a denial of any action taken. The switches were later found in the 'RUN' position at the crash site. Aviation experts emphasize that such switches are not easily moved accidentally, and it is highly unusual for a pilot to turn them off during flight. The investigation continues as authorities seek to understand the circumstances surrounding this devastating incident.
Published: Jul 12 2025, 6 ameznews.inA preliminary report into the crash of Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, has revealed that both engines shut down just seconds into the flight. The aircraft, operating flight AI171 to London Gatwick, lost 241 lives onboard and 19 on the ground when it crashed into a hostel compound. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) found that the fuel control switches transitioned to ‘cutoff’ mode, but the cause remains undetermined. Cockpit recordings indicated confusion among the pilots regarding the engine shutdown. While one engine began an automatic relight, the other failed to recover, leading to the crash. The report ruled out weather, airworthiness, and pilot error as factors, and the investigation, involving multiple agencies including the US National Transportation Safety Board, is ongoing, with a final report expected within a year.
Published: Jul 12 2025, 3 ameznews.inA preliminary report into the tragic Air India Dreamliner crash last month, which claimed 260 lives, has revealed critical details about the incident. The investigation indicates that both engines shut down just seconds after take-off due to their fuel cutoff switches unexpectedly flipping from RUN to CUTOFF, depriving the engines of fuel. The sequence of events on June 12 began with the aircraft's landing in Ahmedabad at 05:47 GMT, followed by its departure at 07:48 GMT. After take-off at 08:08:39 GMT, the engines' fuel supply was abruptly halted, leading to a rapid loss of altitude. Cockpit recordings captured a conversation between the pilots, with one questioning the cutoff action. Despite attempts to restore engine power, only one engine managed to relight, while the other continued to lose speed. A MAYDAY call was made shortly before the data recording ceased, marking a devastating end to the flight.
Published: Jul 12 2025, 5 ameznews.inThe Income Tax Department has reported a decline of over 1.3% in net direct tax collections from April 1 to July 11, primarily due to a 4% drop in corporate tax and a significant rise in refunds, which surged by approximately 38% to over ₹1 lakh crore. While non-corporate tax collections remained stable, the government has set a target of ₹25.20 lakh crore for direct tax collections in the current fiscal year, reflecting a projected growth of 12.35% from revised estimates of ₹22.37 lakh crore for FY2024-25. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged tax officials to simplify compliance processes and enhance taxpayer services, advocating for region-specific strategies and the withdrawal of departmental appeals below revised monetary thresholds. These thresholds are set at ₹60 lakh for the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, ₹2 crore for High Courts, and ₹5 crore for the Supreme Court.
Published: Jul 11 2025, 9 pmeznews.inIndia's cotton stocks for the 2024-25 season, ending in September, are projected to reach approximately 55.59 lakh bales, marking an 84% increase from last year's 30.19 lakh bales, according to the Cotton Association of India (CAI). CAI President Atul Ganatra noted that cotton pressing is estimated at 311.40 lakh bales, up from a previous estimate of 301.14 lakh bales, driven by higher crop yields in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, and Karnataka. The total cotton supply until the end of June is expected to be 356.76 lakh bales, with domestic consumption slightly rising to 308 lakh bales, while exports are anticipated to drop by 40% to 17 lakh bales. Additionally, cotton imports are projected to more than double to 39 lakh bales. Sowing has progressed well, covering 79.54 lakh hectares, slightly above last year's figures, as reported by the Agriculture Ministry.
Published: Jul 11 2025, 8 pmeznews.inThe United States has lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding India's new dairy certificate requirement, which it claims is "unnecessarily trade restrictive" and lacks a scientific basis. This complaint arises amid ongoing negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement, where the US seeks greater market access, particularly in the dairy sector. The US expressed concerns that the certificate, effective from November 1, 2024, fails to address previously raised issues, creating barriers for US dairy exports to India. Key stipulations of the certificate include assurances that products meet specific microbiological standards and are free from drugs and heavy metal residues. Additionally, the US has criticized the requirement for foreign certificates to state that animals have "never been fed" certain materials, arguing it diverges from domestic regulations. Despite exporting over $8 billion in dairy products last year, US exports to India remain minimal, estimated at just $39 million for FY23.
Published: Jul 11 2025, 8 pmeznews.inIndia's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is set to visit China this weekend, marking his first trip in over five years as both nations seek to mend relations following deadly border clashes in 2020. Jaishankar will meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing before attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) council of foreign ministers in Tianjin on July 14-15. The discussions are expected to cover various topics, including rare earth supplies, the Dalai Lama's succession, and recent India-Pakistan tensions. This visit follows a series of high-profile Indian trips to China aimed at stabilizing ties, including Defense Minister Rajnath Singh's recent attendance at an SCO defense ministers' meeting. Despite efforts to normalize relations, tensions persist, with India maintaining visa and investment restrictions on China, and Beijing expressing discontent over Modi's birthday wishes to the Dalai Lama.
Published: Jul 11 2025, 8 pmeznews.inDuring the harvesting season from April to June, average mandi prices for key rabi crops—wheat, chana, mustard, masur, and barley—ranged from 5% below to 8% above the minimum support price (MSP). Notably, while wheat prices rose by 1.6% to ₹2,465/quintal and barley increased by 7.7% to ₹2,133/quintal, chana prices fell by ₹26 to ₹5,596/quintal, remaining 1% below its MSP. The government has projected a record wheat production of 117.51 million tonnes for 2024-25, while mustard and chana outputs are expected to decline slightly. Farmer leader Rampal Jat attributed rising mustard prices to increased farmer awareness and external market influences, with prices climbing from ₹5,575 in March to over ₹6,000 in June. Experts advocate for reforms in warehousing rules to benefit farmers and suggest implementing price-risk insurance to enhance market participation.
Published: Jul 11 2025, 8 pmeznews.inMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans to commence construction of India's first offshore airport at Vadhavan, near Mumbai, by 2026. The airport will complement the deep draft port being developed by the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, located 140 kilometers north of Mumbai, and is intended to serve as a third airport for the city. A pre-feasibility study for the project is currently underway, with results expected in three months. Speaking at a civil aviation conference in Mumbai, Fadnavis emphasized the significance of civil aviation in bolstering India's economy and highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance airport facilities across the state, including upgrades in districts like Gadchiroli. He also addressed challenges in land acquisition for Pune's second airport in Purandar, expressing optimism for a swift resolution to expedite construction and boost cargo traffic alongside existing airports in Nagpur and Navi Mumbai.
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