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News18
16-06-2025
- News18
New Proof Points To RAT Activation On Doomed Air India Flight. Here's What It Means
Last Updated: The Ram Air Turbine is a device used on aircraft to generate emergency power when the primary engines fail Did a dual engine failure lead to the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 in which over 250 people were killed? New evidence in the aftermath of the AI171 crash has shed light on the sequence of events leading up to the disaster, with probe into the emergency systems aboard the aircraft suggesting that a dual engine failure may have played a significant role in the incident. According to aviation experts, the Ram Air Turbine (RAT), which was activated shortly after takeoff, could be a critical clue. WHAT IS RAT? The Ram Air Turbine is a device used on aircraft to generate emergency power when the primary engines fail. It deploys into the airstream and uses the aircraft's forward motion to generate power for essential systems, such as flight controls and hydraulics. Its activation on AI171 suggests that the plane may have faced a catastrophic loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. Depending on the aircraft and configuration, the RAT can power flight control systems, instruments, communications, hydraulic systems, and basic navigation systems. HOW/WHEN IS IT DEPLOYED? Automatic Deployment: Triggered automatically when there is a complete loss of electrical power or both engines fail. Manual Deployment: The pilot can manually deploy the RAT by activating a switch or lever in the cockpit (used if the automatic system fails). Turbine Spins in Airflow: As the aircraft moves forward, air pressure spins the RAT's small propeller. Power Generation Begins: The RAT drives an emergency generator (electrical) or hydraulic pump, restoring enough power to operate essential systems. According to a Times of India report, the Air India Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad used the entire 3.5-kilometre runway for take-off—longer than the usual 2.5 to 3 kilometres typically required for that type of aircraft. No irregularities were noted before departure. An airport source confirmed there were no requests for changes in runway, engine thrust, or flap settings. Weather and visibility were stable, and ambient temperatures remained within operational norms. These conditions indicate that the take-off seemed routine, making the sudden failure shortly after liftoff—and the rapid descent that followed—all the more baffling for investigators. Aviation expert Captain Sahil Bhalla said the quick activation of the RAT on AI171 is indicative of a dual engine failure. In an interview with The Financial Express, Bhalla explained that the RAT's deployment, which occurs within seconds after the engines fail, is a clear sign that the aircraft had lost power from both engines. 'The activation of the RAT is almost instantaneous. It tells us that the aircraft was relying on emergency backup systems due to a significant loss of power," Bhalla said. Experts suggest that the dual engine failure may have been caused by mechanical issues or a fuel-related problem, which would explain the aircraft's reliance on the RAT system. The aircraft's rapid descent after takeoff and the deployment of the RAT add weight to the theory that the flight was unable to maintain altitude due to engine power loss. An interesting detail that has emerged from the crash investigation is the 'small gray dot" noticed in early images from the crash site. This dot is believed to represent the RAT in its deployed state. This observation has fuelled further speculation that the RAT may have been deployed at a critical time during the flight—right after the engines failed. As reported by Business Today, experts have suggested that this small gray dot could be a physical manifestation of the RAT's location or deployment. It's a detail that could help aviation experts pinpoint when exactly the emergency power system kicked in, adding valuable context to the timeline of the crash. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN BOTH ENGINES FAIL? In modern commercial aircraft, dual engine failure is an extremely rare event, but when it occurs, it can be catastrophic. In normal circumstances, aircraft are designed to fly and navigate with one or more engines running. When both engines fail simultaneously, no engine power is available to propel the aircraft forward, which affects aerodynamic stability. The aircraft will still retain momentum and altitude briefly, but the pilots must rely on emergency power and control systems to maintain control of the aircraft. If both engines fail, the RAT will deploy automatically, offering enough power to keep essential flight systems active, though not necessarily enough for normal flight operations. The RAT provides critical time for the pilots to regain control or land the aircraft. Immediate power loss in both engines likely would have left AI171 unable to climb to altitude safely. The RAT was deployed to provide emergency hydraulic or electrical power for essential systems like flight controls and navigation instruments, without which the aircraft could not have continued to function properly. The RAT's role in maintaining basic control systems would have been vital in helping the pilots attempt to bring the aircraft to a safe landing. But without engines, the aircraft would have struggled to regain enough lift to reach a safe altitude. WHAT MAY HAVE CAUSED THE DUAL ENGINE FAILURE? The exact cause of the dual engine failure remains unclear, but experts have been considering several potential scenarios: Mechanical Malfunctions: A failure of both engines, due to mechanical failure, could explain why the RAT was activated. If, for example, there was a fuel problem or an engine defect, this could have led to a simultaneous shutdown of both engines. Fuel-related Issues: A sudden fuel contamination or fuel starvation scenario could cause both engines to fail unexpectedly. This theory is supported by the timing of the RAT deployment, as the aircraft would have been forced to rely on emergency systems until the situation was addressed. Electrical or Hydraulic Failures: The RAT may have also been deployed due to a failure of critical electrical or hydraulic systems, which are necessary for operating the aircraft's primary functions. top videos View all The aircraft was under the command of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, who had 8200 hours of experience, and was being copiloted by First Officer Clive Kundar, with 1100 hours of flying experience. Seconds after takeoff, the pilot issued a Mayday call before losing contact with the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and crashing into a hostel for MBBS students. About the Author Apoorva Misra Apoorva Misra is News Editor at with over nine years of experience. She is a graduate from Delhi University's Lady Shri Ram College and holds a PG Diploma from Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. More Get Latest Updates on Movies, Breaking News On India, World, Live Cricket Scores, And Stock Market Updates. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Ahmedabad Plane Crash Location : Ahmedabad, India, India First Published: June 16, 2025, 10:28 IST News explainers New Proof Points To RAT Activation On Doomed Air India Flight. Here's What It Means | Explained
NDTV
06-06-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Amid Trump-Musk Fight, Tesla Stocks Crash But This Crypto Coin Gains
They endorsed each other publicly. They promised to "Make America Great Again". They were inseparable at the White House. But it lasted barely a few months. The Donald Trump-Elon Musk bromance is over, and it continues to implode in public, one social media post and one reaction at a time. What started as a criticism of Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill", which offers tax breaks and spending cuts, has metamorphosed into an ugly exchange involving personal attacks. On Thursday, it reached its crescendo, taking a massive toll on Tesla stocks, which crashed 17%, wiping roughly $150 billion in market value. As the Tesla CEO and US President traded barbs, there was one winner. A little-known crypto meme coin — Kill Big Beautiful Bill (KBBB). Crypto enthusiasts threw their weight behind the coin, which was launched via after Musk posted on social media a parody of Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill billboard. In no time, it touched a mammoth $53.12 million in market value, before crashing by 30% and then bouncing back to $38.22 million. According to a report in The Financial Express, the top trader earned over $94,000 in profits, while another turned a $4,599 investment into nearly $60,000. The public feud There were signs that Musk and Trump didn't agree on everything, but nobody predicted a fallout so public. After Musk called Trump's bill a 'disgusting abomination', the President hit back, saying, 'Elon and I had a great relationship... I don't know if we will anymore.' Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office, the 78-year-old President said he was 'very disappointed in Elon', suggesting Musk was suffering from 'Trump derangement syndrome.' And that triggered Musk. The billionaire, who raised nearly $300 million for Trump's presidential campaign, made clear what many have been saying for a long time. 'Without me, Trump would have lost the election, Dems would control the House and Republicans would be 51-49 in the Senate,' the businessman said. 'Such ingratitude,' he added. Trump didn't hold back. He said the SpaceX CEO had been 'wearing thin' during his time in the White House, adding he 'asked him to leave.' 'Such an obvious lie. So sad,' Musk said, responding to Trump's claim. And then came 'the really big bomb.' Trump 'is in the Epstein files,' Musk said, adding 'That is the real reason they have not been made public.' 'Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out,' he said. He was referring to the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison in 2019. In the past, even while he was in the White House, Musk opposed Trump's sweeping tariffs that, many observers, said would also cause damage to the billionaire's businesses. On Thursday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Trump-Musk public spat was "an unfortunate episode from Elon, who is unhappy with the One Big Beautiful Bill because it does not include the policies he wanted." "The President is focused on passing this historic piece of legislation and making our country great again," she said.
India.com
31-05-2025
- Automotive
- India.com
India's first-ever bullet train trial for Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor begins in this country, set to arrive in India in...
India's First Bullet Train Project, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail corridor, spanning across 508 kilometres, will offer fast connectivity between Maharashtra and Gujarat states in western India. In a landmark move to revolutionize India's railway network, the inaugural Shinkansen bullet trains, integral to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project, have entered the trial phase in Japan. This progress represents a significant milestone in India's path toward launching its first high-speed rail corridor. As per a report by The Financial Express, under the Indo-Japanese partnership, Japan will gift India two Shinkansen bullet trains — one each from the E5 and E3 series — for early testing and checks. These high-speed trains, which can run at speeds of up to 320 km/h, are expected to reach India by early 2026. After their arrival, the trains will go through detailed testing to see how well they perform in India's local weather and climate conditions. The trial trains come fitted with advanced inspection systems to check key factors like driving conditions, temperature tolerance, and dust resistance — all of which are important for running bullet trains smoothly in India. As reported by The Japan Times, the information gathered from these tests will also support India in developing its own next-generation E10 series Shinkansen trains under the 'Make in India' initiative. The bullet train project, in partnership with Japan is a significant move towards the country's infrastructure development and is expected to boost regional connectivity, economic development, and employment in the western states of Gujarat and Maharashtra. MAHSR is a visionary project of the government which will herald a new era of safety, speed and service for the people and help Indian Railways become an international leader in scale, speed and skill. MAHSR project passes through high growth rate States of Gujarat and Maharashtra connecting business centres of Mumbai, Surat, Vadodara and Ahmedabad. According to news agency ANI report, the sanctioned cost of MAHSR project is Rs 1,08,000 crore As per the official website of National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), after starting from Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) area in Maharashtra, the high-speed train running at a speed of 320 km/h will revolutionise intercity travel in the region and will integrate the economies of Mumbai, Vapi, Surat, Anand, Vadodara & Ahmedabad. It will have stops at 10 cities in between namely Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Bilimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad and will terminate at Sabarmati. The entire journey will be completed in about 2 hours 7 minutes with limited stops (at Surat, Vadodara and Ahmedabad), which is substantially less than the time taken by conventional trains or road journeys. The design of each of the 12 stations on the MAHSR line will reflect the spirit of the city it is located in.
India Today
22-05-2025
- India Today
Fact Check: Video of man pleading for his rickshaw is from Bangladesh, not India
A distressing video of a man crying, pleading with authorities not to destroy his e-rickshaw with a bulldozer, is making the rounds online. Despite the man's constant pleas, his rickshaw is crushed. Those sharing the video claimed it was from India. Some people in the comments further claimed it was from Uttar Today Fact Check found that this video is from Dhaka, Bangladesh, and shows authorities conducting a drive against illegal battery-powered Probe Reverse-searching the keyframes of the viral video led us to a video report published by a YouTube channel called Centrist Nation TV on May 14. It featured the same visuals as seen in the viral clip. Per the video, this incident took place in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The description of the video reads: 'In a dramatic crackdown, Dhaka authorities seized and crushed hundreds of illegal battery-powered rickshaws operating on the city's main roads.'According to a report by The Financial Express, the Dhaka North City Corporation and the Dhaka Metropolitan Police jointly conducted a drive to seize illegal battery-run rickshaws. More than a hundred rickshaws were confiscated from the city's Asadagate area on May 13. The report further stated that Administrator Mohammad Ejaz, while speaking on the matter, said that a survey showed 20 per cent of accidents are caused by these battery-powered report by The Business Standard covering the developments following the incident featured the same rickshaw owner in its cover photo. The report stated that financial assistance of Tk 50,000 was provided to each of the three rickshaw pullers whose vehicles were crushed during the drive, after widespread it is evident that the video was falsely shared as Indian.(Written by Abhishek Pathak)Must Watch Want to send us something for verification? Please share it on our at 73 7000 7000 You can also send us an email at factcheck@
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ruchi Gujjar turns heads at Cannes 2025 in ‘PM Modi' necklace: Who is she?
The Cannes Film Festival is not only a premier celebration of global cinema but also a major stage for show-stopping fashion. This year was no different, with the red carpet transforming into a runway for actors and influencers to debut their boldest looks. On Tuesday, emerging actor and model Ruchi Gujjar made her Cannes debut in a striking ensemble. But what truly grabbed attention was her choice of jewellery: pendants featuring the face of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which she wore to the Chopard Caroline Universe Dinner. Gujjar paired the pendants with a dramatic gold lehenga that showcased Indian craftsmanship. 'The necklace is more than just jewellery, it's a symbol of strength, vision, and India's rise on the world stage. By wearing it at Cannes, I wanted to honour our Prime Minister, whose leadership has taken India to new heights,' she said, as reported by The Financial Express. A post shared by Ruchi Gujjar (@ruchigujjarofficial) Her lehenga, designed by Roopa Sharmaa, featured a deep gold palette and was lavishly adorned with gota patti embroidery, mirror work, and intricate hand embroidery. Hailing from Rajasthan, Ruchi paid homage to her roots through the ensemble that exuded royal elegance. She completed the look with a handcrafted Bandhani dupatta from the atelier of Zaribari, created by designer Ram and enhanced with delicate Zardozi detailing. 'Wearing this dupatta felt like I was draping the soul of Rajasthan,' she said. While her appearance at Cannes put her in the global spotlight, Gujjar's journey to stardom began in 2023. A graduate of Maharani College in Jaipur, she relocated to Mumbai to pursue her dream of working in the film industry. The former Miss Haryana 2023 has since made a name for herself in the world of music videos, with popular tracks like Jab Tu Meri Na Rahi and Heli Mein Chor. Coming from a traditional Gujjar family in Rajasthan, Ruchi had to challenge long-standing societal norms to carve a path in the entertainment industry. 'Since I belong to a Gujjar family, there, women are not allowed to work as I am working,' she said in an interview with BollywoodMDB. 'It was difficult to change how people think about women working in Bollywood. I want to be an inspiration in our community, who fought against the will of people's thoughts. And I am the only one from my community who has come so far in the Bollywood industry,' she said. Her journey was made possible in part by the support of her family, especially her father. 'My mother was very scared when I said I wanted to go to Mumbai to work in Bollywood; however, she's quite proud of me that I've come so far. My father has always been very supportive since day one, now my entire family is supporting me,' she said. With her stardom rising and a handful of successful projects under her kitty, Gujjar has her sights set on bigger dreams. 'I would love to work in South (Indian) movies since audiences love them,' she said.
