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For the past year, the crash of Air India Flight 171 has divided aviation commentary into two stark camps: cockpit action and technical malfunction. As we approach the one-year anniversary of the tragedy that took place in Ahmedabad, it is time we got some concrete answers.

An Air India passenger was handed over to security in Delhi after creating a disturbance during flight AI1879 from Chandigarh. The airline said safety was never compromised and the incident has been reported to the regulator.

The Andhra Pradesh Aviation Policy 2026 pitches air travel and trade as a prime driver of growth to realise the state’s ambition of a $2.4 trillion economy by 2047

India is one of the countries most vulnerable to a crisis that leaves millions exposed to dangerous heat. As temperatures continue to rise, challenges are emerging that go far beyond air conditioners.

One of the faces of India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission has received one of the country's highest peacetime gallantry honours.

Air India is considering a no-meals ticket category for domestic passengers. The plan could begin on select short routes and lower fares for flyers who skip onboard food.

While Air India has not officially issued a statement on the incident, an airline source said along with three Air India planes, aircraft belonging to other operators were also affected by the hostile weather conditions.

Dry air over India's interior has slowed the monsoon's advance into central and northern regions. The pause has delayed widespread rain and prompted farmers in Maharashtra to hold back sowing.

The NTA chief, Abhishek Singh, said the Indian Air Force will transport NEET question papers for the June 21 exam. Authorities were told to tighten security and counter misinformation after the paper leak fiasco led to the cancellation of previous examination which affected over 22 lakh students.

On the eve of the Flight 171 crash report, the site is set to vanish—and kin are being asked to forget and forgive. A legal amnesia

Responding to questions from India Today's Geeta Mohan at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Putin said India has consistently pursued policies guided by its national interests and would continue to do so regardless of external pressure over its ties with Russia.

Speaking at a SPIEF session moderated by India Today's Geeta Mohan, Vladimir Putin said Russia remains ready to jointly develop, produce and supply the Su-57 stealth fighter to India, while stressing that bilateral defence ties are built on trust.

Captain Bharat Bhardwaj's proposal beside a Cheetah helicopter drew a barrage of split opinions, but a far more important marriage went unnoticed. India still relies on Cheetah helicopters, the 50-year-old military workhorse with a troubling crash record, even as delays stall the arrival of its replacement.

The International Space Station is dealing with ongoing air leaks in the ageing Zvezda module. Experts are working to ensure crew safety while managing these structural challenges in orbit.

Natural cooling methods, traditional Indian homes and sustainable architecture are gaining renewed interest. These centuries-old techniques helped keep homes comfortable long before air conditioners became common.

The Indian Air Force is planning an Air Force Day flypast over Varanasi this year. If cleared, it will extend the brigade's outreach with a rare display above the Ganga and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

The reported acquisitions come amid efforts by Pakistan to address gaps in its air defence network exposed during the May 2025 conflict. India’s use of BrahMos, Akash, and other stand-off weapons during Operation Sindoor highlighted the need for layered air defence and counter-drone capabilities.

Top global transport experts at a World Bicycle Day seminar in Delhi urged cities to treat cycling as everyday mobility. They said cycling could help fight Delhi's pollution and traffic woes. But are Delhi's roads and infrastructure ready for the big switch?

The S-400 system gained significant attention during Operation Sindoor in May 2025, when it played a crucial role in India's air defence operations by intercepting hostile aerial threats. Its performance reinforced confidence in the platform's capabilities and contributed to the government's decision to approve the acquisition of five additional S-400 squadrons, which would eventually double India's planned inventory to ten units.

The state government plans to shift a number of its offices to the Air India building, many of which are currently functioning from rented premises across Mumbai.