&w=3840&q=100)
Indian student pilot killed in mid-air crash in Canada's Manitoba province
An Indian student pilot Sreehari Sukesh was killed in a tragic mid-air collision in Canada's Manitoba province on Tuesday, the Consulate General of India in Toronto confirmed.
The accident occurred near Steinbach, about 50 kilometres southeast of Winnipeg, when Sukesh's single-engine aircraft collided with another similar plane piloted by a Canadian youth, who also died in the crash.
The Consulate General said it is in contact with the bereaved family, the pilot training school, and local authorities to provide all necessary assistance. Both bodies were recovered from the wreckage, according to a report by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
The students collided when approaching a landing strip while practising takeoffs and landings, the CBC report said, quoting Adam Penner, president of Harv's Air, the flying school where both pilots had been training.
The Transportation Safety Board, the agency responsible for investigating aviation incidents in Canada, said it is gathering information and assessing the fatal crash.
Sreehari Sukesh's age was not mentioned.
The CBC said the Canadian victim was 20-year-old Savanna May Royes, who, it said, 'had always dreamed of becoming a pilot, following in the footsteps of her father.' A Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) statement said after its Steinbach unit was notified of the mid-air collision, the personnel from the RCMP, fire department and Emergency medical services attended and located the wreckage of two small, single-engine aircraft, south of Steinbach.
'The two pilots were pronounced deceased on scene. There were no passengers aboard,' it said.
Nathaniel Plett, who lives near the flight school, told CBC News that he and his wife heard a loud bang on Tuesday morning. 'I said to my wife, 'That's a plane crash',' Plett said. 'There was a pillar of black smoke coming up, and a little later [we] heard another bang, and there was an even bigger pop of black smoke.'
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash: Boeing's last minute settlement with Canadian man whose family died in disaster; avoids trial
Rescuers work at the scene of an Ethiopian Airlines plane crash (AP) US aviation giant Boing reached a settlement on Friday with a Canadian man whose family was killed in a 737 MAX crash in Ethiopia, avoiding the federal trial in connection with the deadly event set to begin on Monday, reported news agency AP. A jury trial in Chicago's federal court was set to determine the compensation owed to Paul Njoroge, whose entire family perished in March 2019 when Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed en route to their hometown in Kenya. The Boeing aircraft malfunctioned shortly after takeoff, killing all 157 passengers on board. Njoroge, 41, was set to testify in a Chicago federal court about the emotional and psychological trauma he has endured since the tragedy. He has been unable to return to his family home in Toronto, citing the overwhelming grief, and has struggled to find employment. According to his legal team, he also faced criticism from relatives for not traveling with his wife and children at the time of the crash. 'He's got complicated grief and sorrow and his own emotional stress,' said Njoroge's attorney, Robert Clifford. 'He's haunted by nightmares and the loss of his wife and children.' A spokesperson for Clifford Law Offices, the firm representing Njoroge, confirmed that 'the case has settled for a confidential amount.' Robert Clifford, a senior partner at the firm, added: 'The aviation team at Clifford Law Offices has been working round-the-clock in preparation for trial, but the mediator was able to help the parties come to an agreement on behalf of Paul Njoroge.' Njoroge also lost his mother-in-law in the crash, making the tragedy even more devastating for the family. Legal proceedings in the lawsuit filed were not expected to delve into the technical aspects of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, Boeing's bestselling jet that has remained at the centre of controversy since two fatal crashes within five months. The crashes, one in Ethiopia in 2019 and another in Indonesia in 2018, claimed the lives of 346 people, including passengers and crew members. In 2021, Chicago-based Boeing acknowledged responsibility for the Ethiopian Airlines crash through a legal agreement with victims' families. The deal allowed families to file individual claims in US courts, bypassing legal systems in their home countries. Citizens from 35 countries were among the deceased. While many families have since reached settlements, the financial terms of those agreements have not been disclosed publicly. The Ethiopian Airlines jet, en route to Nairobi, crashed shortly after takeoff from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, plunging into a barren field. Investigators concluded that both the Ethiopian and Indonesian disasters were caused by a malfunctioning system known as MCAS (Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System). The software, which was triggered by faulty sensor data, repeatedly forced the aircraft's nose downward, ultimately overwhelming the pilots. Following the Ethiopian crash, Boeing's 737 MAX fleet was grounded worldwide. The aircraft was only cleared for service after Boeing redesigned the flawed system. Earlier this year, Boeing reached a separate agreement with the US department of justice to avoid criminal prosecution related to the two deadly crashes.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
As population peaks, India's families shrink: Choice, cost and careers reshape households across generations
In an apartment in Mumbai, three generations of the Mullick-Mehrishi family sit together, reflecting on how their household—and Indian families at large—have evolved across decades. The contrast within their household puts focus on a deeper demographic shift unfolding across India. Dr Avinash Chandra Mullick, 82, the youngest of nine siblings, recalls his pre-Independence childhood in Allahabad as chaotic but close-knit. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo 'Six to eight children was normal. No one discussed family planning,' he says. His grandson Advay, 14, is growing up as an only child. India, now the world's most populous country, is witnessing a paradox. While its headcount has overtaken China's, the total fertility rate (TFR) has dropped to 2.0—below the replacement level of 2.1. Families are shrinking, shaped not only by economics but also by evolving personal priorities and greater autonomy, especially for women. Live Events 'In my time, large families were the default,' says Dr Mullick. But by the 1980s, he saw the tide turning. National campaigns like 'Hum Do, Hamare Do' and the rising cost of living led to smaller families. 'Expenses were going up. Children needed more. We chose to stop at two. 'Hum Do, Hamare Do' made sense.' His daughter, Abhilasha Mullick Mehrishi, 48, took a further step. A counsellor and former HR professional, she and her husband decided to raise just one child. 'It wasn't about inability, it was a conscious decision. We thought about time, energy, and the kind of parenting we wanted to give,' she says. For her, it was also about exercising agency. 'My grandmother had no say. My mother had some. I had complete choice,' she says. 'It's about more than birth control; it's about control over your life.' Across the city, 29-year-old Adarsh Olivera shares a similar story. An only child himself, he and his wife—both working professionals—are contemplating a future without children. 'There is an increase in the adoption of DINK (Double Income, No Kids), and it's no more just a trend but a reality for many people my age,' he says. Adarsh's grandfather, Clement Olivera, migrated from Mangalore to Mumbai with his wife and five children, and worked in Saudi Arabia to support the family. His father, Libert, ran small businesses before switching to freelance real estate. Adarsh grew up in a nuclear setup. 'I had aunts and cousins around, but I always knew I'd prefer a smaller family of my own,' he says. Raising a child in Mumbai, he adds, is increasingly out of reach. 'In any other city, we'd be able to afford school fees, housing, and quality child care. Hence, I feel the only solution would be in a way moving out of Mumbai, to any city, probably even Mangalore to raise my family.' In a twist of generational irony, he adds, 'My grandparents moved to Mumbai, to provide for a better life. I might have to move back, for my family, to provide them a better life.' While money and career goals play a significant role in shaping family size, caregiving responsibilities can also weigh heavily. Businessman Karan Lekhraj, 45, who has an 11-year-old daughter, says, 'We wanted more, but my father's Alzheimer's meant we had to prioritise caregiving.' His family's history shows the same generational downsizing—his grandfather had five children, his father four, and Karan has one. Even so, concerns about emotional loss or loneliness in smaller families are not universal. 'My mom tells stories about growing up with her brother, swimming in the bathroom, building paper boats. I love hearing them. But I don't feel I've missed out,' says 14-year-old Advay. 'With more people, we shared everything—space, food, time. Today, I see less compromise, but also more clarity. People know what they want," sayd Dr Mullick.
Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka employee with ‘North Indian colleagues' alleges discrimination at new workplace
A professional from Karnataka has shared an emotional account alleging workplace exclusion after switching companies. The post has sparked a heated conversation on language, bias, and inclusivity in Indian offices. A man claimed that he thinks his 'North Indian colleagues' are avoiding him because he's from Karnataka. (Representational image). (Unsplash/Towfiqu barbhuiya) "Workplace discrimination,' the Reddit user wrote, adding, ''I'm a Kannadiga who's recently switched companies. It's been two weeks in this new company, and I haven't been able to make a single friend yet. The people who sit next to me don't bother to say hi unless I initiate the conversation.' The employee then claimed, 'I'm from Karnataka, and most of my colleagues here are from North Indian states, which makes me wonder if that's why I'm being excluded.' However, the individual adds that they also had colleagues from that region in India in their previous company. Take a look at the post: What did social media say? An individual posted, 'I'm not from Karnataka, and I faced the same issues from my Kannadiga colleagues when I moved to Bengaluru. You need to make peace with it and make connections outside your workplace, too.' Another suggested, 'Be on good behaviour, your usual self and things will gradually improve. You had a good bond with the previous team, and that void can't be filled overnight. Give it time and things will be alright.' A third commented, 'When people hear that they are from the same place or they have the same mother tongue, they will become close to each other very soon. I am Kannadiga, and I work in Bengaluru. But most of my teammates are from Andhra and have chosen Bengaluru for work, and they do exactly the same as your North Indian colleagues. They speak in Telugu every time they are at the office. Every time (yes, every time), I initiate the talk, ask them to go out for a break etc. Sometimes, I go outside the building, stating I am feeling cold from ACs, and literally tell them to inform me when they are going to take a break to join them. But to date, they haven't done that. They go together & come together without me. So, I completely understand your thoughts on this being Kannadiga in IT. Sometimes I feel the same, but can't help.' OP responded, 'Thank you for sharing this brother. I hope you're able to make some connections soon. While some believe the office is solely for work, I believe brief social interactions can boost morale and productivity. It's indeed frustrating when you lack someone to share a laugh or light moment with during work hours.' A fourth wrote, 'You are there to work. Earn money and make friends somewhere else. Most work friendships are pretentious, and it ends the moment you leave the company.'
