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    "articleBody": "A Mumbai-based Air India pilot was found dead in a five-star hotel in Delhi's Vasant Kunj area hours before he was scheduled to fly, police said. Authorities have ruled out foul play in the case, according to the police.\n\nThe pilot, who was a former Air India employee, was discovered dead in his hotel room. Police confirmed that there were no signs of any criminal activity or struggle at the scene. The circumstances of his death remain unclear, and investigations are ongoing. Authorities are examining all possibilities while awaiting further reports.\nयह भी पढ़ें\nThree Italian Nationals Leave Delhi Airport Without Immigration Clearance\nAir India receives show-cause notice after Italians skip immigration at Delhi airport\n169 killed in building collapses in capital in five years\nDelhi-Reengus Express Passing Through Dabla Station Will Run Again",
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