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CBI arrests senior IPS officer Deepak Gahlawat on central deputation in Rs 3 crore bribery case

A senior IPS officer, Deepak Gahlawat, posted at the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), has been arrested by the CBI in connection with a Rs 3 crore bribery case. Gahlawat allegedly promised a businessman favorable outcomes in a CBI probe into a fake drug manufacturing racket in exchange for…

The Economic Times

Civil aviation min to upgrade AirSewa portal, tap AI for faster passengers' grievances redressal

Civil aviation min to upgrade AirSewa portal, tap AI for faster passengers' grievances redressal

The Civil Aviation Ministry is enhancing the AirSewa portal and integrating artificial intelligence into the Passenger Assistance Control Room. This initiative aims to address air passenger grievances swiftly and effectively. The Passenger Assistance Control Room has already resolved over 73,000 complaints with a high success rate. Future upgrades will ensure…

The Economic Times

New rule brings relief for passengers stuck in planes for delay in take-off

New rule brings relief for passengers stuck in planes for delay in take-off

New Delhi airports to implement new protocols allowing passengers to deplane and undergo security check at departure gates.

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BCAS directs airlines: Checked-in baggage must reach passengers within 30 minutes

In a recent airline update, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has mandated airlines to ensure that the initial checked-in bag appears on the baggage carousel within 10 minutes of landing, with the final one arriving within 30 minutes. Yes, getting baggage after landing at the destination airport has…

The Times of India

Ensure timely arrival of baggage at airports after aircraft landing: BCAS tells airlines

Regulator BCAS has directed airlines to ensure that all baggage of passengers are delivered within 30 minutes of landing of a flight at an airport.

Mumbai airport incident | After stranded passengers camp out on airport apron, showcause notices issued to IndiGo, Mumbai airport

IndiGo and Mumbai airport operator MIAL receive show cause notices from BCAS for passengers eating on tarmac.

Government mulls unified airport security akin to Transportation Security Administration in U.S.

The government is considering the creation of a unified security force for all airports in the country — along the lines of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) of the U.S. — which will also combine immigration and customs.

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Row Erupted After Passenger Refused To Follow Crew's Safety Instructions: Thai Smile Airways

Row Erupted After Passenger Refused To Follow Crew's Safety Instructions: Thai Smile Airways

After a scuffle broke out between passengers on a Thai Smile Airways flight, the airlines said that the row erupted when the passenger on seat 37C refused to follow the safety instructions of the crew. Read on for details:

Some ultra long-haul flights facing delay due to issues with airport entry passes: Air India

Some ultra long-haul flights facing delay due to issues with airport entry passes: Air India

MUMBAI: Full service carrier Air India on Friday on some of its ultra long-haul flights are facing delays due to issues related to airport entry passes and it is "working closely" with the authorities to resolve the matter.

The Times of India

Jet Airways' shares decline 15% in 3 days as headwinds gather

Jet Airways' shares decline 15% in 3 days as headwinds gather

NEW DELHI: Carrier Jet Airways is on a shaky ground and its shares declined more than 15 per cent in three days, revealed stock exchange BSE on Wednesday. Many developments, pertaining to the airline, have occurred in a span of 1-2 weeks.

The Times of India

3,000 CISF posts at airports abolished; private security guards, tech tools inducted

3,000 CISF posts at airports abolished; private security guards, tech tools inducted

"The decision was taken keeping in mind the availability of smart security technology at airports now and the architectural changes that can allow non-sensitive positions to be taken up by private security personnel."

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