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Trump Border Crackdown: Indian Migrants deported from US via military aircraft
As the Trump administration cracks down on illegal migrants, a US military plane is deporting migrants to India, the farthest destination of military transport flights for migrants. Trump has increasingly turned to the military for his immigration agenda, including deporting migrants with military aircraft. A US official confirmed the C-17 aircraft had departed for India with migrants aboard but would take at least 24 hours to arrive. The Pentagon has begun providing flights to deport over 5,000 immigrants from El Paso, Texas, and San Diego, California. Military aircraft have previously flown migrants to Guatemala, Peru, and Honduras. The US military flights are a costly way to deport migrants, with a reported cost of $4,675 per migrant to Guatemala last week. The military's role in deportations extends beyond border enforcement, as it helps facilitate the transportation of migrants to various countries. The decision to use military aircraft for deportations is part of a broader effort to address the challenges of US immigration.
04 February,2025 06:18 PM IST
Trump Border Crackdown: Indian Migrants deported from US via military aircraft
As the Trump administration cracks down on illegal migrants, a US military plane is deporting migrants to India, the farthest destination of military transport flights for migrants. Trump has increasingly turned to the military for his immigration agenda, including deporting migrants with military aircraft. A US official confirmed the C-17 aircraft had departed for India with migrants aboard but would take at least 24 hours to arrive. The Pentagon has begun providing flights to deport over 5,000 immigrants from El Paso, Texas, and San Diego, California. Military aircraft have previously flown migrants to Guatemala, Peru, and Honduras. The US military flights are a costly way to deport migrants, with a reported cost of $4,675 per migrant to Guatemala last week. The military's role in deportations extends beyond border enforcement, as it helps facilitate the transportation of migrants to various countries. The decision to use military aircraft for deportations is part of a broader effort to address the challenges of US immigration.
04 February,2025 06:18 PM IST
Washington DC Plane crash: Aircraft crashes in Potomac River, 2 bodies recovered
A small aircraft crashed in the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport late Wednesday evening. Fire boats reached quickly on the scene as emergency responders worked to assist with the recovery efforts. The Washington, D.C. Fire Department confirmed the incident, and the Metropolitan Police Department shared on social media that a multi-agency search and rescue operation was underway. According to reports from WBAL, two bodies have been recovered so far. U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas also confirmed that the aircraft was inbound from Kansas when the crash occurred. In response to the emergency, all takeoffs and landings at the airport were halted late Wednesday while personnel addressed the situation. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has announced that it is gathering information to further investigate the cause of the crash. The incident has raised concerns, but authorities continue to work on the recovery and investigation.
30 January,2025 12:04 PM IST
PM Modi commissions three advanced naval ships, INS Surat, Nilgiri, & Vaghsheer
PM Modi dedicated three new frontline naval ships—INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer—to the nation during their commissioning at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. INS Surat is a Guided Missile Destroyer, among the largest and most advanced in the world. INS Nilgiri is a next-generation frigate with advanced features that improve survivability, seakeeping, and stealth. It represents a major step in India’s naval capabilities. INS Vaghsheer is a submarine built with the help of France’s Naval Group, showcasing India's growing expertise in submarine technology. These ships strengthen India's naval defense and reflect the country’s progress in building advanced military technology domestically.
15 January,2025 03:24 PM IST
Govt to set up Special Purpose Vehicles to make India-made aircraft
India is advancing into aircraft manufacturing with the goal of becoming a global hub in the sector. Civil Aviation Minister Naidu emphasized the drive to produce indigenous planes, with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) at the forefront, leveraging its experience with a 119-seater aircraft. A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) will be established, consisting of industry experts to manage the development of domestic aircraft, while initially sourcing some components and engines externally. The SPV will identify and address gaps in India's aviation infrastructure over the next five years. Major players like Airbus and Boeing might collaborate, bringing their expertise to bolster the domestic industry. Additionally, the Narendra Modi Government plans to enhance Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities, supporting the broader development of India’s aviation sector.
05 September,2024 02:56 PM IST
SpiceJet Passengers Left Inside Delhi-Darbhanga Flight For An Hour Without AC
Passengers aboard SpiceJet SG 486 flight from Delhi to Darbhanga encountered a distressing situation on June 19 as the aircraft's interior temperature soared to 40 degrees before departure. Reports indicate they endured over an hour of discomfort without air conditioning amidst a severe heatwave. Many, including elderly and young children, suffered symptoms of heat exhaustion and felt unwell. The incident raised concerns about passenger safety and the airline's handling of such conditions. Authorities are investigating the incident, highlighting the need for robust measures to ensure passenger comfort and safety during extreme weather conditions.
19 June,2024 05:05 PM IST
Watch: Tejas MK-1A successfully completes its maiden flight
In a historic milestone, indigenous LCA Mark 1A fighter aircraft on March 28 completed its first flight. The aircraft airborne for 15 minutes during its first maiden flight, as per Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Currently, two squadrons of IAF, 45 Squadron and 18 Squadron, are fully operational with LCA Tejas. HAL has current capacity to build 8 LCA aircraft per year, this is being increased to 16 aircraft's every year by 2025. In coming years the capacity will be further increased to 24 aircraft every year in the next 3 years. Over Rs 9000 crore have been sanctioned for the development of LCA Mk 2, an updated and advanced version of LCA Tejas. Earlier in the 2023, Air Chief Marshal stated that the Indian Air Force aims to replace the MiG-21 fighter jets with LCA Tejas.
28 March,2024 05:18 PM IST
Republic Day 2024: Watch gravity-defying maneuvers by Indian Air Force aircrafts
As India celebrates its 75th Republic Day today, a grand display of military prowess, culture and women empowerment was seen in India’s Republic Day parade 2024. The Indian Air Force, in a mighty display of power and skill, executed gravity-defying maneuvers by Indian Air Force aircrafts in the Republic Day 2024 Flypast. The viewers were left speechless as IAF’s famed aircrafts like Apache, Sukhoi and Rafale pulled off dangerous stunts in the sky. In the ceremony, President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the National Flag at Kartavya Path. The ceremony was followed by the National anthem and a 21 Gun salute. President Droupadi Murmu was given the national salute by the President's Bodyguard at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhawan.
26 January,2024 04:42 PM IST
Inside India’s and Air India’s first Airbus A350 with luxurious seats
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday inaugurated India's and Air India's first Airbus A350 aircraft on the first day of Wings India 2024. This not only marks the arrival of state-of-the-art aircraft to Air India's fleet but also signifies India's growing stature as a major player in the global aviation industry.
19 January,2024 10:51 AM IST | Mumbai
Debris Of Missing IAF Aircraft Traced In Bay Of Bengal, Discovered After 7 Years
The Indian Air Force's An-32 aircraft, which went missing over the Bay of Bengal in 2016, has been discovered seven years later. On July 22, 2016, the airplane had inexplicably disappeared over the Bay of Bengal, carrying 29 people. The airplane search and rescue operation grew to be one of India's largest. On August 1, 2016, it was discovered that the aircraft lacked an underwater location beacon, and the rescue effort was called off on September 15, 2016. The National Institute of Ocean Technology employed an AUV to identify a missing aircraft on the seabed about 310 kilometers off the coast of Chennai. The search was carried out at a depth of 3400 m with various payloads. The search images were scrutinized and found to be conforming with an An-32 aircraft.
13 January,2024 12:24 PM IST | Mumbai