The Congress party is facing backlash from Prime Minister Modi over their election manifesto, as he accuses them of wanting to distribute wealth to "infiltrators" and those with more children. Congress chief Kharge has requested a meeting with PM Modi to address this issue and clarify that the manifesto does not target any religious group. He believes that Modi's remarks are a diversion tactic to deflect from more pressing issues in the country.
Air India Boeing 747 Incident in Mumbai
On June 29, 2023, an Air India Boeing 747 cargo aircraft made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport after developing a hydraulic leak. The flight, operating as Flight AI-189, had departed from Hyderabad and was bound for Dubai.
After experiencing the hydraulic leak, the pilots declared an emergency and diverted the aircraft to Mumbai. The landing was successful, and there were no injuries to the crew or passengers. The aircraft was subsequently inspected by engineers, and it was determined that the leak had been caused by a faulty valve.
Air India has stated that the aircraft is now undergoing repairs and is expected to return to service shortly. The airline has also apologized to passengers for any inconvenience caused by the incident.
Congress Manifesto Controversy
In the run-up to India's upcoming general election, the Congress party has released a manifesto that has drawn criticism from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi has accused Congress of wanting to distribute wealth to "infiltrators" and those with more children.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has requested a meeting with PM Modi to address this issue and clarify that the manifesto does not target any religious group. He believes that Modi's remarks are a diversion tactic to deflect from more pressing issues in the country.
FAQs
1. What happened to the Air India Boeing 747?
The aircraft experienced a hydraulic leak and made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport on June 29, 2023.
2. Were there any injuries?
No, there were no injuries to the crew or passengers.
3. What caused the leak?
The leak was caused by a faulty valve.
4. What is the Congress manifesto controversy?
PM Modi has accused Congress of wanting to distribute wealth to "infiltrators" and those with more children, which Congress denies.
5. What is Congress's response to Modi's accusations?
Congress chief Kharge has requested a meeting with PM Modi to address the issue and clarify that the manifesto does not target any religious group.
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