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The first emotion of the parents of hero pilot Smit Machchhar after learning of their son's heroics was fear. Within minutes, they recovered from the initial shock and rushed to a temple. We prayed, 'God, whatever happens, no bad news should come; please save him,' Bhupendra Machchhar, the pilot's father, told NDTV, reminiscing about the most difficult few hours of his life. The hero pilot, who saved 174 flydubai passengers from almost certain death by staving off an axe attack from his co-pilot

In 2022, the top court had directed the New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) to allot multi-storeyed flats to 844 identified members of the Society and ordered examination of the claims of 133 subsequent purchasers.

The announcement came after G7 leaders held talks to coordinate action on fuel prices, after the United States upped pressure on Europe to release its strategic reserves by threatening a diesel export ban.

In total, as many as 981 songs were found to be pro-Russian war propaganda according to Terrecon, with a majority of them being released after 2024 when AI song generators like Sudo and Udio took over the market.

At present, private buses operate between Delhi and Bihar, but there is no government bus service connecting the two.

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan also attended the event, which was organised on the occasion of the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation.

In an exclusive conversation with NDTV, Zvika Klein, Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post, discusses the investigation into the flydubai cockpit attack, what is known about the Omani co-pilot and reports of possible radicalisation. He also shares details emerging from passengers about the struggle inside the cockpit, the Saudi response after the emergency landing and why the co-pilot's identity has not yet been made public.

Rami Igra, former head of the Mossad MIA Unit, draws a striking comparison between the FlyDubai cockpit attack and the lessons of 9/11. Speaking exclusively to NDTV, he says the incident highlights a new aviation-security challenge: what happens when the threat is not a passenger, but someone inside the cockpit? Igra also discusses the unidentified Omani co-pilot, possible radicalisation, the question of whether he acted alone and the potential for copycat attacks.

The speed enhancement on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Banihal section under the Jammu division of Northern Railway was successfully tested on Thursday, marking a significant operational milestone for the ambitious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) project.

In Punjab, the Congress has gone with hockey legend Pargat Singh, while in Uttar Pradesh, Aradhana Misra Mona has been tasked with leading the party into next year's polls.

What does the flydubai cockpit attack reveal about the future of aviation security? Rami Igra, former head of the Mossad Missing in Action (MIA) Unit, speaks exclusively to NDTV about the unidentified Omani co-pilot, the possibility that he acted alone and the extraordinary security implications of an airline crew member allegedly turning an aircraft into a weapon. Igra argues that aviation security may now have to look beyond passengers and examine the backgrounds of those entrusted with contro

Caroline Glick, adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaks exclusively to NDTV about the FlyDubai cockpit attack and Israel's investigation into the unidentified Omani co-pilot. Glick says Israel is treating the incident as a terrorist attack and that investigators are examining who may have been behind the alleged attacker. She discusses claims of Islamist radicalisation, reported social-media evidence, Iran's rejection of the allegations, the possibility of an Iranian connect

England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been charged by the Cricket Regulator for bringing the game into disrepute following a late-night incident in Derby in August.

Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma praises Ather Energy's extreme scooter testing, highlighting how the EV maker simulates years of Indian road abuse in its labs.

Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma praises Ather Energy's extreme scooter testing, highlighting how the EV maker simulates years of Indian road abuse in its labs.

Three OpenAI researchers were fired after the company found sensitive information had been handled outside established procedures, according to reports.

Tesla's Q3 deliveries topped expectations, with 486,532 vehicles delivered as European demand recovered and analysts raised full-year forecasts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu on Friday congratulated the Indian women's hockey team on winning a historic gold in the Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya, which ended a 44-year wait for the yellow metal for the country in the continental extravaganza.

The Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill 2026 was passed by the BJP-dominated state assembly in March.

India will have two major gold-medal opportunities on October 3, with the cricket and hockey teams taking on Pakistan and Malaysia respectively.

SBI Research expects RBI to begin raising rates in October, citing inflation, rupee weakness, global risks and tighter liquidity conditions.

The nation has already secured 76 medals and will aim to add more to its tally and finish the Games on a high.

This change comes after the party last month replaced its central in-charge, appointing Sachin Pilot in place of Bhupesh Baghel, as the latter was seen as partisan in a battle largely between camps led by Raja Warring and former chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi.

The Indian women's hockey team dressing room had an atmosphere of celebration, ecstacy and joy as they secured a historic gold medal at the ongoing Asian Games, also securing a direct qualification to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

During interrogation, police allegedly found that Manish had fabricated the kidnapping with the help of his associates in an attempt to extort money from his father.

While securing the job on grounds of compassionate appointment after her husband's death in 2017, the woman had promised to take responsibility to care for and maintain her in-laws.

Sahil Wakode, 22, was found hanging in his hostel room on September 18. His parents had alleged that Prof Doolla subjected him to caste discrimination

Texas woman shoots her four-year-old daughter after losing custody battle, then shoots herself.

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti knows football may not occupy the same place in India as cricket, but the celebrated Italian made it clear on Friday that his team has full respect for the country.

Donald Trump is expected to name DNI chief Jay Clayton as the White House's AI czar, even as the administration weighs AI regulation and competition with China.

Vinicius Junior and Gabriel walked onto the pitch together to loud cheers, setting the tone for a Brazil training session that felt less like the eve of a friendly and more like a 'World Cup occasion' at the iconic Salt Lake Stadium on Friday.

A major reason for the action was the misbranding of 'Reactin Plus', a Schedule-H drug that cannot be sold over the counter.

Market experts shared their insights on fundamentals and technical levels for key stocks.

PNB's global business rose 12% year-on-year to Rs 31.2 lakh crore, while domestic business grew 10.8% from a year earlier to Rs 29.7 lakh crore.

AAP, Congress and Left outfit members joined the Delhi protest, while thousands gathered in Mumbai as the Election Commission faced criticism over the SIR exercise.

In a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, FlyDubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar revealed how he turned to the Hanuman Chalisa during the life-and-death crisis at 30,000 feet. Badly injured and fearing the aircraft could go down, he says he kept reciting the prayer that he turns to during moments of crisis. Captain Machchhar also told the Prime Minister that he recites the Hanuman Chalisa every day with his two-year-old son.

Chahal, who never played a Test for India, said his Test dream did not materialise but he remains determined to earn another chance in ODI and T20 cricket.

British teen pleads guilty to attempting sexual act with a Shetland pony at Leeds Crown Court.

The FDA cited alleged misbranding of Reactin Plus, storage deficiencies, record discrepancies and lapses in handling expired medicines at Cipla's Pune warehouse.

US payrolls rose just 29,000 in September against expectations of 90,000, while unemployment climbed to 4.2%, adding to concerns over the labour market outlook.

Nasdaq Composite advanced 1.24%, S&P 500 surged 0.82%, while Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.61%.

A UAE official called the Flydubai cockpit attack a errorist act as Captain Smit Machchhar recovered after helping passengers and crew regain control of the flight.

Gujarat's UCC provides common rules for marriage, divorce, succession and live-in relationships, while Scheduled Tribes and protected customary groups are exempt.

Pilot Tina Goswami, a former SpiceJet colleague of Captain Smit Machchhar, speaks exclusively to NDTV about his courage and presence of mind during the FlyDubai cockpit attack. She explains how years of simulator training, situational awareness and muscle memory helped him respond in an extraordinarily difficult situation, and recalls her memories of the pilot as a humble colleague who helped others learn.

UAE President's senior diplomatic adviser Anwar Gargash has called the FlyDubai cockpit incident a potential terrorist act and praised Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage and professionalism. The statement comes as the Omani co-pilot is handed over to UAE authorities by Saudi Arabia, with investigators probing whether the attack involved a terror group or a lone actor.

Harvard physicist Matthew Schwartz says AI can accelerate scientific research, but human expertise remains crucial for choosing meaningful questions and assessing results.

Nuvama Research said Accenture's Q4 revenue rose 7% in constant currency, beating guidance, while the IT major expects FY27 growth of 3-6%, aided by AI and federal demand.

Three years after her Hangzhou setback, Parveen Hooda returned to the Asian Games podium with gold.

Nushrratt will be brought back to Mumbai from Bali via an air ambulance, where she will undergo the surgery, said the statement.

In a guest post published on Anthropic's research site on Thursday, physicist Matthew Schwartz argues that researchers get the most from AI by giving it problems suited to its strengths.