Former DGCA Flight Operations Inspector Captain Prashant Dhalla has cautioned against prematurely attributing the Air India flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad to pilot error. Dhalla suggests the ‘startle effect’ could have played a role in the incident, particularly in light of the preliminary report’s mention of a deployed Ram Air Turbine (RAT). He theorizes that pilots, faced with potential technical issues, may have inadvertently taken actions that contributed to the crash. Dhalla emphasized the need to examine all factors, including potential electrical failures and cockpit confusion, before drawing conclusions. He also highlighted the protective mechanisms on fuel switches and the…
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The Chhattisgarh government has announced significant relief measures for small traders, aiming to boost their businesses. The state government has decided to waive VAT liabilities of up to ₹25,000 that are over 10 years old. This decision will directly benefit over 40,000 traders in the state and reduce the burden of more than 62,000 pending cases. The decisions were made during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. Two key bills were approved: the Chhattisgarh Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Chhattisgarh Arrears Tax, Interest and Penalty Settlement (Amendment) Bill 2025. These bills will…
Political tensions have escalated in Chhattisgarh following an increase in electricity rates. The Congress party has announced a phased agitation against the hike, while Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has clarified that the increase will not affect the poor and farmers. The Chief Minister stated that the government is providing relief to the poor under the ‘Half Electricity Scheme’. Domestic consumers are affected by a mere 10 to 20 paise per unit increase. For farmers, the increase is only 50 paise per unit, but the government is providing 3000 units of free electricity to consumers up to 3 HP, with…
Authorities in Ranchi, Jharkhand, have uncovered a significant brown sugar operation, with connections repeatedly traced back to Sasaram, Bihar. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed, leading to the apprehension of several individuals involved in the drug trade in Bihar. The investigation exposed an interstate gang. The operation was reportedly headed by a 65-year-old woman identified as Mohini Sharma, also known as Mohini Devi, who is considered the main suspect. Based on her information, four other individuals linked to the brown sugar trade were arrested. The arrested individuals include Mohini Sharma (65), Sumit Tirkey (22), Paras Kumar alias ‘Golu’ (25),…
The Chhattisgarh government has announced a significant relief for vehicle owners, allowing them to reuse their preferred or choice registration numbers on new vehicles. This decision was made during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai at the Mahanadi Bhawan, the state secretariat. According to Transport Secretary S. Prakash and Transport Commissioner D. Ravi Shankar, all technical preparations for this new system have been completed. Citizens whose old vehicle registrations have been legally canceled can now obtain the same number for a new vehicle in the same category or for vehicles with an NOC (No Objection Certificate)…
Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar stated that the battle against cancer requires not only medical treatment but also compassion and collective responsibility. Speaking at the inauguration of a cancer summit in Ranchi, he highlighted the complex nature of the disease, which impacts not only the individual’s body but also the mental, social, and emotional stability of the entire family. He emphasized that human empathy, trust, and affection are as crucial as medication in cancer treatment. The Governor also mentioned the importance of early detection and proper treatment, especially in a state like Jharkhand, where access to healthcare in rural areas remains…
The Chhattisgarh government has decided to provide significant relief to small traders. VAT liabilities of up to ₹25,000 that are more than 10 years old will now be waived. This decision will benefit over 40,000 traders and also resolve litigation in more than 62,000 pending cases. This decision was made at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The meeting approved the drafts of the “Chhattisgarh Goods and Services Tax Amendment Bill” and the “Chhattisgarh Outstanding Tax, Interest, and Penalty Settlement Amendment Bill 2025.” Both bills will be presented in the upcoming assembly session. **Key Amendments in…
Yashpal Singh Vansadia, whose parents perished in the Ahmedabad plane crash, has voiced serious concerns following the release of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)’s preliminary report on the Air India disaster. He is seeking clarity on whether all mandatory safety inspections were conducted diligently and on schedule. “I have specific questions for the government and the investigation agencies,” Vansadia stated. “The report highlights a technical issue, with one pilot seemingly asking the other about the switch. Were all the preventative checks on the aircraft properly completed? I am hopeful that these questions will be answered,” he added. The tragic…
The State GST Department in Chhattisgarh conducted a major operation, simultaneously raiding 25 locations across Raipur, Bilaspur, Korba, Durg, Raigarh, and Jagdalpur. The raids targeted offices and warehouses of businesses involved in the trade of gutkha, clothing, transportation, footwear, and dry fruits. Chaos erupted at several locations as the raids commenced. Investigations revealed that these firms had reported turnovers worth crores but had either paid negligible taxes or none at all. Examinations of documents exposed cases of bogus billing and fraudulent input tax credit claims by several firms. State GST Special Commissioner TL Dhruv has made it clear that those…
In a display of remarkable dedication, two soldiers ran 10 kilometers to donate blood and save the lives of two children in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh. The children, Rohit Dugga and Roshan Dugga, were admitted to the district hospital with malaria and severe anemia. Their condition deteriorated, leading to significant swelling and a critical need for blood transfusions. Upon learning of the urgent need, soldiers from the 29th Battalion, COB, swiftly responded. Following instructions from COB Commander Dushyant Raj Jaiswal, two soldiers, Suvendra Ghosh and Nilesh Kumar, were mobilized. Demonstrating both patriotism and compassion, they ran from COB Nelwad to the district…