“Pratik Joshi had been living in London for six years. A software professional, he’d long dreamed of building a life abroad for his wife and three young children, who stayed back in India. “After years of waiting for due clearances the dream was finally coming true. Just two days ago, his wife, Dr. Komi Vyas, a renowned doctor in Udaipur, resigned from her job. The bags were packed, goodbyes said, the future within reach. “This morning, the family of five, filled with hope and excitement, boarded Air India flight 171 to London. They clicked a selfie. Sent it to relatives....
The Only Survivor Of Air India Flight 171, London-Bound Boeing 787, Says “I Don’t Know How I Survived.”
An Indian British national named Vishwashkumar Ramesh from Leicester, who was in seat 11a, is the only survivor of the Air India plane that crashed shortly after takeoff walking away with just a few scratches. “For a while I felt like I was going to die too. It all happened right in front of my eyes, Two cabin crews died right in front of me. There were bodies all around me, there were pieces of the plane all around me. “But when I opened my eyes, I saw that I was alive. “Someone grabbed hold of me and put me...
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Visits Crash Site Of London Bound Airplane, Sympathizes With Victims’ Families
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: “Visited the crash site in Ahmedabad today, we are all devastated by the air tragedy,the scene of devastation is saddening. The loss of so many lives in such a sudden and heartbreaking manner is beyond words. “We understand their pain and also know that the void left behind will be felt for years to come. Our thoughts remain with those who lost their loved ones in this unimaginable tragedy.” “Met officials and teams working tirelessly in the aftermath. “Condolences to all the bereaved families. Om Shant Photo credit: X|@narendramodi
BREAKING: President Tinubu confers National Honours on Shehu Musa Yar’Adua , Humphrey Nwosu, Wole Soyinka, Ken Saro Wiwa, Shehu Sani, Bishop Kukah, Femi Falana, and others. Full list:
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“I Clearly Won the 1999 Election Against Olusegun Obasanjo”—Oluyemi Falae
“After the election, I went to court, and my lawyer, late GOK Ajayi, successfully established that if the duplicated results were discounted, I won by 1.5 million votes. Late Ambassador Dende Fernandes also informed me that he had seen the election results with the Americans, and I won by a landslide. “I’m convinced that Nigerians voted for me. Clearly, the military was apprehensive about a thoroughbred civilian taking over from them and instead preferred a hybrid.”—HRM Dr. Oluyemi Falae, CFR, GCON, Former Minister of Finance & Secretary to the Military Government of Ibrahim Babangida Credit: Arise TV
Global Watchdog Finds Iran Failing To Meet Nuclear Obligations
The global nuclear watchdog’s board of governors has formally declared Iran in breach of its non-proliferation obligations for the first time in 20 years. Nineteen of the 35 countries on the board of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) voted for the motion, which was submitted by the US, UK, France and Germany. It says Iran’s “many failures” to provide the IAEA with full answers about its undeclared nuclear material and activities “constitutes non-compliance”. It also expresses concern about Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium, which can be used to make reactor fuel but also nuclear weapons. Iran condemned the resolution...
Manchester City Announce Club World Cup Squad – Jack Grealish Left Out As Exit Nears
Manchester City have announced their 27-man squad for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, with one notable omission — Jack Grealish. The England international has been left out of the travelling squad, as he is no longer part of Pep Guardiola’s plans. The club is reportedly eager for him to secure a move away as soon as possible. For City, the Club World Cup presents a chance to end a difficult season on a high note. The team lost their Premier League crown after four consecutive titles, were beaten in the FA Cup final, and suffered an early exit from...
Gaza Doctor Whose Nine Children Were Killed In Israeli Strike Evacuated With Son
A Palestinian doctor whose nine children and husband were killed by an Israeli air strike in Gaza last month is being evacuated to Italy with her only surviving child. Dr Alaa al-Najjar and her 11-year-old son Adam al-Najjar were scheduled to fly to Milan in northern Italy on Wednesday evening, Italy’s foreign ministry said. The boy will receive treatment for his injuries there. Alaa’s husband, Dr Hamdi al-Najjar, and nine of their children were killed after their home in the southern city of Khan Younis was struck on 23 May. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said at the time the...
