NEWS & VIEWS ( SUNDAY, 15 JUNE , 2025 )

✈️ Major Aviation Incidents & Updates

Air India Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad:

The Dreamliner Flight 171 crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12 into a college hostel in Ahmedabad. Out of 242 occupants, 241 people onboard died, along with many on the ground—total fatalities now near 279, with only one survivor, Vishwash Ramesh .

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has ordered inspections of all Boeing 787s operated by Indian airlines .

Air India and Tata Group are providing ₹1.25 crore (₹1 cr + interim ₹25 lakh) compensation to victims’ families .



🚁 Helicopter Crash in Uttarakhand

A helicopter carrying pilgrims from Kedarnath to Guptkashi crashed in Uttarakhand on June 15, killing all seven onboard .

This marks the fifth chopper accident in six weeks in the region; bad weather is suspected .

🏛️ Governance & Security

Commentary on terrorism & police reforms: Home Minister Amit Shah praised PM Modi’s tough approach on terror, citing Operation Sindoor and efforts to modernize Uttar Pradesh police; he also projected the eradication of Naxalism by March 2026 .


📈 Economic Outlook

India set to become world’s 3rd‑largest economy by 2029:
Union Minister Sonowal attributes this growth to 11 years of governance reform and poverty reduction exceeding 250 million people .

RBI’s aggressive rate cut: In a bid to spur growth, the Reserve Bank slashed interest rates in its boldest move in five years, targeting 7–8% GDP expansion .


☔ Weather & Environment

Early monsoon arrival: The India Meteorological Department forecasts the southwest monsoon will reach Delhi and northwestern India by June 25, offering relief from the current heatwave .

Bengaluru crowd crush: A tragic crowd incident during the IPL victory parade on June 4 resulted in 11 deaths and over 50 injuries; authorities are investigating overcrowding and event mismanagement .