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I. Introduction The reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in joint US–Israel strikes has triggered a dramatic escalation across West Asia. Iran has allegedly launched retaliatory ballistic missile and drone attacks targeting US military installations in the Gulf region, including claims of strikes on a naval base in Kuwait. Explosions were reported in Dubai, Doha, and Manama, with injuries confirmed in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Authorities in the UAE confirmed a fire incident near Palm Jumeirah and missile interceptions by air defence systems. A civilian fatality due to falling debris was reported in Abu Dhabi. Governments across the region issued advisories as over 700 flights were cancelled and multiple countries shut their airspace. This unfolding crisis raises significant questions under international law, constitutional law (in domestic contexts), and treaty obligations governing use of force, civilian protection, and state responsibility. II. Fact...

Background of the Crisis India’s largest airline, IndiGo, faced unprecedented operational disruption between December 3 and 5, 2024 , resulting in 2,507 flight cancellations and 1,852 delays , stranding over three lakh passengers across the country. The disruption followed the enforcement of revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms, which imposed stricter caps on pilot duty hours and enhanced mandatory rest requirements. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) constituted a four-member inquiry committee to investigate the causes of the breakdown. Based on its findings, the regulator imposed a record financial penalty of ₹22.2 crore , issued warnings to senior leadership, and mandated sweeping systemic reforms within the airline.

The Madras High Court has directed Air India Limited to compensate a passenger with ₹35,000 after he suffered vomiting sensations and stomach pain from consuming a meal that contained a strand of hair . The ruling reinforces the principle that airlines are liable for negligence in services provided to passengers, even when outsourced to third-party caterers. Background of the Case The case arose when a passenger onboard an Air India flight consumed food supplied by the airline, only to find a hair follicle in the meal. The passenger experienced immediate nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, and subsequently lodged a complaint upon landing. The trial court had earlier directed Air India to pay ₹1 lakh in damages for negligence. Air India appealed against this decision, arguing that the food was prepared by an external caterer — Ambassador Pallava Hotel — and that the airline itself could not be held directly responsible. Court’s Observations and Findings Justice P. B. Ba...

"No Sign of Life" at President Raisi's Helicopter Crash Site, Says Iran State TV In a tragic turn of events, Iran President Ebrahim Raisi is feared dead following a helicopter crash. Iran State TV reported early Monday morning that there were "no signs of life" at the crash site. The helicopter, carrying President Raisi and several top officials, went down in bad weather conditions while returning from a visit to Azerbaijan. Wreckage Located by Turkish UAV The Iranian Red Crescent Society announced that the wreckage of President Raisi's helicopter was located with the assistance of a Turkish Akinci unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The crash site, identified in Tawal village, was described as grim by state news agency IRNA, which noted that the helicopter was "completely burned." Rescue Operations Underway Rescue teams have been deployed to the crash site, including 73 teams equipped with advanced and specialized equipment. Despite their efforts, ther...