Civil Aviation
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India News
Sabarimala Pilgrims Get Special Permission to Carry Coconuts in Flight Cabins
In a significant move to accommodate religious practices, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has granted special permission for Sabarimala pilgrims to carry coconuts in aircraft cabins during their pilgrimages. The exemption, announced by Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu, will remain in effect until January 20, 2025. The directive, issued through an official memorandum dated October 25,…
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World News
Iran Resumes Normal Air Traffic After Israeli Military Strike
Air traffic in Iran has returned to normal following an Israeli military strike early Saturday, according to Jafar Yazerlu, spokesperson for the Iranian Civil Aviation Organization. Flights had been suspended earlier in the day but resumed at 9 a.m. local time (05:30 GMT). The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted the strikes in response to previous attacks on Israel, focusing on…
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Hubballi-Dharwad
Hubballi to Chennai Flights in Jeopardy? Union Min Joshi Steps In with Urgent Plea!
Joshi requests continuation of Hubballi to Chennai flights New Delhi: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has drawn the attention of the Civil Aviation Minister to provide flight services from Hubballi to Ahmedabad and Chennai. Today, Joshi met Aviation Minister Ramamohan Naidu at the Civil Aviation Ministry in New Delhi to discuss this matter. Joshi requested that steps be taken to provide…
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State News
Belagavi-Bengaluru Flight Cancellation: MP Jagadish Shettar Seeks Urgent Action from IndiGo and Government
Belagavi: In a significant development for air travel in Karnataka, Belagavi MP Jagadish Shettar met with Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu in New Delhi to address the impending cancellation of IndiGo Airlines’ daily morning flight between Belagavi and Bengaluru, effective October 27, 2024. The flight, which has been operating at an impressive 82% capacity, serves as a vital…
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India News
Akasa Air Flight Returns to Delhi After Security Alert Mid-Air
An Akasa Air flight from New Delhi to Bengaluru was forced to return to Indira Gandhi International Airport on Wednesday due to a security alert, the airline confirmed. Flight QP 1335, carrying 174 passengers, including infants, and seven crew members, was diverted as a precautionary measure. The airline stated that emergency protocols were followed to ensure a safe landing, with…
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Business
Vistara Faces Scrutiny Over Flight Disruptions: DGCA Demands Compliance
Following a surge in flight disruptions by Vistara Airlines, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has mandated daily reports from the airline detailing cancelled or delayed flights. Citing reasons such as crew unavailability, DGCA Director General Vikram Dev Dutt emphasized compliance with provisions ensuring passenger facilitation, including advance information, refund options, and compensation if applicable. DGCA officials are monitoring…
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