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Death toll after Air India plane crash rises to 279, police source says
Air India confirmed 242 people were on board; only one person survived.

'Too young': Aunt mourns ex-Akl couple killed in Air India crash
The couple didn't get a chance to enjoy the life they dreamed of, says NZ-based relative.

Billionaire friend of Prince William dies after bee incident at polo match
Sunjay Kapur, 53, died after reportedly swallowing a bee.

Candlelight Vigil held in Auckland for those affected by the Air India crash
A couple who lived in Auckland for five years have been named as victims of the India plane crash that killed more than 240 people. Video / NZ Herald

Candlelight vigil: Tributes for 'beautiful couple' who lived in Akl
The pair had recently been travelling to India in the hopes of starting a family.

'Potentially catastrophic' – Luxon speaks after Israel conducts ‘pre-emptive strike’ on Iran
The Prime Minister will visit China before heading to the Nato summit in Europe.

People seen jumping from building after Air India plane crashed into it - reports
At least 265 dead after London-bound flight crashes in Ahmedabad.

Indian aviation’s close connection with NZ and student pilots
Hundreds of student pilots will need support after the crash, aviation leader says.

‘Mayday, no thrust, losing power’: The call that sealed the fate of flight 171
Exactly what caused flight 171 to fall back to Earth will be investigated.

India plane crash: What happened after Air India flight 171 took off?
A Boeing 787 crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 241 of the 242 onboard.

Miracle survivor found in plane crash that killed 265 in India
A lone survivor emerged from the crash, offering a glimmer of hope.

Matthew Hooton: Luxon’s China and Nato scheduling dilemma
OPINION: PM faces a choice between democratic friends and “awful foursome".

'Tragic accident': London-bound flight crashes in India, 242 on board
Large clouds of smoke are visible in the area.

Three lessons from international protests amid unrest in Los Angeles
New York Times: Experts say harsh crackdowns can bolster or undermine governments.

Eleven dead, 47 injured in stampede at IPL victory celebration
Eleven young fans died in a stampede during cricket celebrations in Bengaluru.

Kohli fulfils IPL dream as Bengaluru beat Punjab for first title
Virat Kohli scored 43 off 35 balls, leading Bengaluru to a total of 190-9.

Airline group IATA slams ‘unacceptable’ engine problems, delays
And 'outrage' over sustainable fuel also emerges.

‘No sign of respite’: Climate report warns of economic, environmental impact
Climate experts say relying on fossil fuels in 2025 is 'total lunacy'.

‘Could have expressed it better’: Luxon weighs in on minister’s Indian ‘spam’ comments
Comments were made in the House in response to questions from Labour's Willow-Jean Prime.

On The Up: 'We are living in peace' – concert celebrates Indian and Pakistani unity in Hawke's Bay
The Virsa Heritage Music Festival promotes peace and unity among cultures in Hawke's Bay.

Watch: Kiwi paraglider's 200km flight over India goes viral
Benjamin Kellett soared over the Indian Himalayas for 6.5 hours, gaining viral attention.