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Grief turned into shock when Air India sent incorrect remains to British families mourning the victims of the...

The DGCA has removed three senior Air India officials over violations of flight duty time regulations, following an audit of the airline’s crew rostering system. The regulator warned of serious consequences, including suspension of Air India’s licence, if corrective action is not taken. Air India has acknowledged the directive and placed its COO in charge of the crew management unit pending further review.

In the tragic aftermath of the June 12 Air India crash in Ahmedabad, authorities have identified 32 victims so far, with 14 bodies already returned to grieving families. The Air India 787-8 Dreamliner, bound for London, crashed shortly after takeoff, killing most of the 242 people onboard. DNA identification continues for remaining victims, as officials work round-the-clock to ensure a dignified return of bodies to their loved ones.