Jet flyer posts 'terrorist on flight' on social media, held
KOLKATA: A passenger on a Jet Airways flight was arrested at Kolkata airport today after he was seen sending a photo of a masked man on Snapchat with a threatening comment that alarmed the crew and other flyers, the police said today.
The Jet Airways flight 9W 472, going to Mumbai, was taxiing on the runway for take-off at 8:15 am when a passenger saw the man posting the photo with the words "terrorist, destroy".
The worried passenger then discreetly informed one of the flight attendants, who rushed to the cockpit and alerted the pilots about a possible threat to the aircraft.
"The pilot reported the matter to the ATC (air-traffic controller)," an airport official said. The plane aborted take-off and returned to the parking bay at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.
The passenger, Yogvedanta Poddar, was arrested by the Central Industrial Security Force and handed over to the police for questioning. He is a resident of Salt Lake in northeast Kolkata. The police said they have been on high alert today as the country remembers the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
He was flying to Mumbai for a job interview, the police said, according to news agency Press Trust of India.
courtesy : ndtv.com
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Hundreds of TVK supporters return disappointed from cancelled swearing in ceremony venue
Chennai (PTI): Hundreds of TVK supporters, fuelled by the hope of seeing their leader Vijay as chief minister, gathered at Nehru Indoor Stadium in the city on Thursday, only to be met with locked gates and a lack of information regarding the scheduled proceedings.
Many supporters, travelling from various parts of the state, near and far, like Arumbakkam and Coimbatore, expressed deep disappointment and confusion upon finding the premises closed and without official communication.
Speaking to PTI Videos, fans and party loyalists described a sense of heartbreak after arriving early to secure a place in line.
Charulatha, a supporter, noted the emotional toll of the situation: "We came with so much joy thinking he would become the chief minister today, but there is nothing here. The gates are closed. It is very painful."
Sai Deepika, her daughter and a student set to enter the 12th grade, shared her excitement for the event: "I was very excited to be here. I have been telling everyone he will win and do good things for the people."
A visibly distressed Gunasundari, a long-time political observer from a family of AIADMK supporters, stated she shifted her loyalty to Vijay: "I publicly say I voted for Vijay. I have a belief that he will help those in need. Seeing the gates closed like this is a shock."
Despite the confusion on the ground, the gathered crowd remained steadfast in their political choice. Several supporters highlighted Vijay’s decision to fund party activities independently as a key reason for their trust.
"He didn't take a single rupee from the people for his flag or the stage. He did it all himself," said an emotional Gunasundari. "Even if they try to shame him or create obstacles, he is the one who will eventually win."
Many attendees cited news reports and social media claims as their reason for arriving early on Thursday morning. Some supporters mentioned they had travelled via public transport and waited for hours under the impression that an official declaration or event was imminent.
"My son told me that declarations were made yesterday and everyone was coming today," Gunasundari added. "I didn't even tell him I was leaving; I just started my journey to see him in person for the first time".
