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- 1Narendra Modi recalls emotional conversation with Captain Smit●An unforgettable conversation with Captain Smit, filled with pride and emotions.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi says he had an unforgettable conversation with Captain Smit, describing it as filled with pride and emotions. The remark drew widespread attention in India, with supporters responding warmly to the prime minister's personal tribute to the officer.
- 2flydubai captain who stopped co-pilot attack speaks with Modi●Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian flydubai captain hailed as a hero after opening the cabin door so that the passengers
Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian flydubai pilot hailed as a hero after opening the cockpit door so passengers could overpower a co-pilot who stabbed him and attempted to crash the plane, has spoken with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He described what happened inside the cabin during the attack. The story is drawing wide attention in India, with many praising the captain's quick thinking and bravery.
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Indian captain Smit Machchhar, pilot of the Flydubai flight involved in a recent crash, is in the spotlight after recounting the final moments of the ordeal. Speaking alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said he recited the Hanuman Chalisa during the crisis. Kannada media widely covered his account, with praise from Israel's government and questions about the co-pilot's role, alongside Trump's warning over Iran connections.
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Captain Smit Makhar is making headlines in India after an emotional conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking about his ordeal, he credited Lord Hanuman with saving him, saying 'Hanuman ji saved me.' The exchange, widely covered by Hindi news outlets, has drawn attention as the latest development in his story.
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Saudi Arabia has handed over to the UAE an Omani co-pilot accused of trying to crash a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. The captain, identified in Indian coverage as Smit Machhar, is being credited with stopping the attempt and landing safely. The case has drawn attention in India as the captain is reported to be Indian, with readers following updates on the investigation and the co-pilot's extradition.
- 6Netanyahu praises Indian pilot who fought off mid-air attacker●My salute to the Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary bravery. Despite being stabbed and seriously
Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly saluted Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, saying the pilot was stabbed and seriously injured but fought back, resisted the attacker, opened the cockpit door, and enabled passengers and crew to overpower him, preventing a catastrophic mid-air disaster. The post has drawn massive engagement, with many praising the captain's courage and the passengers' response.
- 7UAE adviser praises Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for courage●UAE President's adviser praises Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for courage during 'serious terrorist incident'.
An adviser to the UAE President has publicly commended Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage during what was described as a 'serious terrorist incident'. The praise is drawing attention in India, where commentators highlight the international recognition of the pilot's actions and the positive signal it sends for India-UAE relations.
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India are talking about Pakistan after two major developments. In sport, India beat Pakistan in a fiery men's hockey semifinal thriller to reach the Asian Games 2026 final, with captain Harmanpreet Singh warning his side cannot afford silly mistakes against their rivals. In diplomacy, Pakistan's deputy prime minister reaffirmed the country's SCO chairmanship commitments, while India backs SCO connectivity but the prime minister's visit to Pakistan remains uncertain.
- 9Israel's Mumbai consul general calls flydubai incident a terror attack●“A terror attack, no doubt”: Israel’s Consul General in Mumbai praises Captain Machchhar, condemns flydubai incident
Israel's Consul General in Mumbai has described the flydubai incident as 'a terror attack, no doubt', while praising Captain Machchhar for his handling of the situation. The diplomat's remarks condemn the incident aboard the Dubai-bound flight and single out the pilot's actions for commendation. The comments have drawn attention in both Indian and Israeli media.