World

Eighteen Killed In Plane Crash At Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport

A devastating plane crash occurred at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu on Wednesday, resulting in the loss of 18 lives. The tragic incident took place around 11 a.m. when a Saurya Airlines plane, bound for Pokhara, crashed shortly after take-off from the runway.

According to Premnath Thakur, spokesperson for TIA, the plane went down just moments after lifting off, with eyewitnesses describing a horrific scene of the aircraft plunging to the ground and erupting into a massive ball of fire.

Also Read: RTI Applicant Has No Role In Penalty Proceedings Against Officer: Delhi HC

Of the 19 people on board, 18 bodies have been recovered, as confirmed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN). The sole survivor, Captain Manish Shakya, was rescued and rushed to the hospital, police reported.

Emergency responders, including firefighters, Nepal Police, and the Nepali Army, are currently conducting a rescue operation at the scene. Details of the incident are still awaited as investigations continue.

This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the nation, and our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims.

Richa Kaushik

Recent Posts

Crude Oil Prices Fall Up To 2% On Hopes Of US-Iran De-escalation

Crude oil prices fell up to 2% as hopes of easing US-Iran tensions offset persistent…

1 hour ago

Sensex, Nifty Open Lower As IT Stocks Slide Over 2%

Indian benchmarks opened lower Monday as IT stocks fell over 2%, while investors monitored crude…

2 hours ago

58 Bodies Recovered After Deadly Gun Attack In Nigeria

At least 58 bodies have been recovered following a four-hour gun attack on Binnari community…

3 hours ago

White Foam Returns To Yamuna As Delhi Records AQI Of 187

Delhi recorded an AQI of 187 on Monday, while white foam returned to Yamuna, highlighting…

3 hours ago

PM Modi Extends Greetings On Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti; Hails His Legacy

Prime Minister Modi extended greetings on Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, describing the sage’s teachings as a…

4 hours ago

12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum To Begin In Parliament House Complex Today

The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum begins in New Delhi on October 26, promoting cooperation and…

4 hours ago