The 56-year-old received the last rites in an electric crematorium in Chakala in presence of family members, after his mortal remains Were flown in from Mumbai earlier in the day.
Air India's Chairman N. Chandrasekaran said the crash in which at least 271 people died was the 'most heartbreaking' crisis of his career & urged employees to stay resolute.
The body was wrapped in Tiranga & given a guard of honour by Gujarat Police at Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad. It was then escorted to Ahmedabad airport by BJP workers.
In 2024, the DGCA proposed new Flight Duty Time Limitation norms to align with global practices. However, under pressure from airlines, implementation was postponed indefinitely.
The last rites of 4 victims of the Air India crash were held Sunday at the Thaltej electric crematorium in the city, three days after the fatal incident.
India’s competitiveness cannot be defended abroad if it is eroded at home. Short-term measures can provide a cushion, but without reforms, exporters will remain perpetually vulnerable.
According to the Niti Aayog quarter trade watch report launched Monday, India’s total trade in FY 2025 was at US$1.73 trillion—exports at US$823 billion & imports US$908 billion.
Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.
Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.
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