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The Hindu
2 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Post Ahmedabad flight crash, AAI undertakes full-scale emergency exercise at Chennai airport
Following the flight crash at Ahmedabad, Airports Authority of India carried out a full-scale emergency exercise on Saturday at Chennai airport to assess the preparedness. This was part of the periodic testing of the 'Airport Emergency Plan' and was done with the objective of examining the airport's preparedness and coordination efforts between various agencies when a major aircraft accident occurs within the vicinity of the airport, according to a press release. During the drill, they simulated the crash of a commercial aircraft with 50 passengers and five crew members, shortly after take-off and its effect on the location close to the airport, near the Officers Training Academy. Following a distress call received by Air Traffic Control, emergency was initiated, fire tower was alerted, and emergency response protocol was triggered. The fire services deployed crash tenders and simulated post-crash fire was mitigated, and it enabled beginning of rescue operations. After the injured passengers were rushed to medical facilities in ambulances, CISF cordoned off the crash site and set up a Quick Reaction Team perimeter. The aircraft's Flight Data Recorder and Cockpit Voice Recorder (Black Box) were located and secured subsequently, the release said. A structured debriefing was conducted post-exercise to assess performance metrics, response time compliance, inter agency coordination and to identify potential areas for procedural enhancement, the release said.
Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Only individuals restricted from cash withdrawals under Section 114C
LAHORE: Only individuals have been restricted from cash withdrawals, as of now, under Section 114-C, said tax experts. Talking to the Business Recorder, Ashfaq Tola said accounts in the names of Association of Persons may also be covered depending upon enforcement of the said provision, however, it is unclear, as definition of person differentiates individuals and AOPs u/s 80. No restriction has been imposed on companies for now. Now, he said, the Act has amended and Section 114C reads: The threshold that was previously to be notified by the federal government is now mentioned in the Fifteenth Schedule. Similar investments to securities or units of mutual funds have also been brought within the ambit of the restrictions in Section 114C (1). Now all accounts (except for Pension and Aasan accounts), not just current accounts of ineligible persons cannot be opened or maintained. Now any person cannot withdraw equal to or more than Rs 100 million in all bank accounts held by an individual. Another, Hussain Sherazi, said only individuals have been restricted from cash withdrawals as of now. Accounts in the names of AOPs may also be covered depending upon enforcement of the said provision. However, it is unclear, as definition of person differentiates individuals and AOPs u/s 80. No restriction has been imposed on companies for now. Similarly, some other experts added that cars unto Rs 7 million can be purchased by persons, including non-filers, without obtaining a certificate of eligibility for such purchase. This may potentially increase the demand for used cars, and adversely affect the market for brand new cars. In addition, under Section restriction 114(1)(b), pertaining to application for registering, recording or attesting transfer of any immoveable property, the threshold limitation has been fixed at more than Rs 100 million for commercial immoveable properties and more than Rs 50 million for residential immoveable properties. The transaction value taken shall be the fair market value as defined under Section 2(22AA) of the ITO. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
21-06-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
2nd Graduation at ‘The SparkTank Showcase' celebrated
LAHORE: SparkTank by Beaconhouse, Pakistan's first business incubator for 10–19 year-olds, celebrated its second cohort's graduation at 'The SparkTank Showcase'. The showcase featured seven promising startups: Aladdin, Solar Cooker, Patang, Opportune, Arduino King, Juno, and Sunzily — developed by students from across Pakistan from August 2024 to February 2025. The event included an exhibition and presentations, where students introduced their ideas and startups to a diverse audience comprising investors, startup industry experts, students, parents, and educationists. A fireside chat titled 'Startup Stories: From Idea to Impact' explored the journeys, opportunities, challenges, and lessons learned by entrepreneurs including Myra Qureshi, Founder of CoNatural; Ahmed Khan, CEO of Punjab Skills Development Fund and Founder of Cheetay; Maha Khalid Shah, COO of 24Seven; and Rabeel Warraich, General Partner at Sarmayacar. Among prominent guests were renowned author, Mohsin Hamid; tech and social entrepreneur, Muhammad Saleem Ahmad Ranjha; former President Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Lahore, Sam Dada; tech entrepreneur, Umair Sheikh; and founder & CEO of Cres Ventures, Humayun Mazhar. Speaking at the event, Kasim Kasuri, CEO of Beaconhouse, said, 'At SparkTank, we foster a mindset of curiosity, perseverance, and purpose. We are incredibly proud of our second cohort whose ideas aren't just business ventures, but thoughtful responses to real-world needs, built with empathy and aimed at improving lives.' Many young people are driven by a genuine desire to create a better world, and by nurturing their ideas, SparkTank is not just supporting individual growth, but contributing to a future that benefits all. Launched in 2023, SparkTank provides aspiring student entrepreneurs with the resources and guidance they need to turn ideas into viable businesses — all at zero cost. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Hindustan Times
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Ahmedabad plane crash: Centre's probe panel to submit report in 3 months, says minister
Pune, A high-level multi-disciplinary committee formed by the Centre to investigate the Ahmedabad Air India plane crash will submit its report within three months, Union minister Murlidhar Mohol said on Tuesday. The Air India operates 34 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The safety checks of 12 of them have been done and no issue has been found so far, the Minister of State for Civil Aviation told reporters here. He also expressed hope that an analysis of the plane's black box data will provide clues about the cause of the crash. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft with 230 passengers and 12 crew members crashed into the complex of a medical college moments after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on June 12. One person survived the crash, while 241 on board and 29 on the ground were killed, as per officials. The Centre on Saturday set up a high-level multi-disciplinary panel to ascertain the "root cause" of the crash of the London-bound Air India plane in Ahmedabad and assess any contributing factors including mechanical failure, human error and regulatory compliances. The panel headed by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan will not be a substitute to other probes being conducted by relevant organisations, the Civil Aviation Ministry had said. Asked about the probe status, Mohol said, "The investigation is underway and several small details will be investigated. Many things will come to light after downloading the 'black box'. A committee has been appointed under the chairmanship of the Union Home Secretary to investigate the matter. The report will be submitted within three months." The doomed aircraft's black box which includes the Flight Data Recorder and Cockpit Voice Recorder has already been recovered and may hold vital clues to understanding what led to the disaster. Mohol said, "The Air India operates a total of 34 Dreamliner aircraft. Orders have been given to inspect and investigate all the 34 carriers. Of them, 10 to 12 carriers have been inspected so far and no issue has been found in them yet." The minister also said that hospital authorities in Ahmedabad have collected 270 DNA samples and 70 to 80 bodies have been handed over to their relatives. Probe agencies were looking into all possible causes for the crash, including loss of thrust in both engines of the aircraft, multiple bird strikes, or a potential wing flap issue. The high-level panel, chaired by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, has deliberated on various possibilities that could have led to the Ahmedabad crash at its first meeting in Delhi, sources said on Monday. The panel heard the opinion of various stake-holders about the possible causes and deliberated on steps to be taken to check future occurrence of such accidents by formulating Standard Operating Procedures. Since a separate investigation is also being carried out by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau , which is looking into the technical aspects of the crash, the panel discussed about the possible causes and lesson to be taken from it, the sources said. The United States' National Transportation Safety Board has also launched a parallel probe into the crash, drawing several international experts to the accident site. The NTSB is conducting a parallel probe under international protocols, as the aircraft is American-made, an official release earlier said. It is an independent federal agency of the US tasked with investigating every civil aviation accident. They determine the probable causes of accidents and events and investigate and issue safety recommendations aimed at preventing future occurrences.
India Today
13-06-2025
- India Today
Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad: What is a black box, and why is it crucial?
Any time there's an aircraft crash, one phrase makes headlines, black box is found. But what exactly is this 'black box'? And why is it so important in aviation?Despite the name, the black box isn't actually black. It's a bright orange coloured device made to survive even the worst crashes. It holds critical data that helps crash investigators piece together what happened in those last DOES A BLACK BOX DO?An aircraft's black box isn't just one device, it's actually two components packed into one casing: 1. Flight Data Recorder (FDR): This records the technical data of the aircraft like speed, altitude, engine performance, and navigation details.2. Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR): This stores audio from the cockpit, including pilot conversations and other sounds from the flight these recorders can store over 25 hours of flight data and two hours of voice IS IT SO IMPORTANT AFTER A CRASH?In the event of an air accident, the black box is the most valuable piece of equipment. It offers investigators clues about what went wrong, from technical failures to human error. This data is key to improving safety protocols and preventing similar incidents in the aviation regulator, DGCA, mandates that all commercial flights must be equipped with a black box. Even small aircraft have them DOES IT SURVIVE A CRASH?advertisementBlack boxes are designed to take a beating. They are placed in the tail section of the aircraft, the part most likely to stay intact in a crash. These devices are built to:Withstand up to 1,100C heat for an hourEndure water pressure found 20,000 feet underwaterSurvive a 3,400G impactTo help search teams locate it, the box also emits an underwater locator signal for 30 THE BLACK BOX EASY TO DECODE?Not really. Just finding it is a big step. Decoding the black box requires advanced equipment and can take weeks, sometimes months, depending on the analysed, the data plays a key role in issuing safety guidelines, improving aircraft design, and updating pilot training programs.
