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Digi Yatra fails for twins: Ahmedabad brothers seek government fix after repeated airport glitches

Identical twins face repeated Digi Yatra authentication failures, causing travel disruptions. The facial recognition system struggles to distinguish between them, leading to manual checks. One family has appealed to the Ministry of Civil Aviation for a solution. Airport sources indicate the issue requires ministerial intervention for resolution. Other twin families…

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Amit Shah directs immigration checkpoints at Jewar, Agartala airports to open soon

Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed operationalization of immigration checkpoints at Agartala and Jewar airports. He also prioritized development of sixty-two airports within two years for passenger convenience. Foreigners Regional Registration Offices will become operational at all state headquarters by 2027. A mechanism will be established to promote the Fast…

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MoCA, AAI to extend complete support for flight testing, airspace needs of India's fifth-generation fighter aircraft programme

India's fifth-generation fighter jet program, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), is receiving backing from the Civil Aviation Ministry and Airports Authority of India. This support ensures smooth flight testing and airspace access, crucial for developing the nation's indigenous defense capabilities. The program aims to significantly enhance the Indian Air…

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First phase of 2026 Char Dham helicopter operations concludes successfully

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has successfully concluded the first phase of Char Dham Yatra 2026 helicopter operations, ensuring safe and reliable air connectivity for pilgrims. Approximately 400 daily movements facilitated over 78,000 pilgrims.

The Economic Times

What is India’s new hub-and-spoke model and how will airport immigration change?

India has launched its ambitious hub-and-spoke aviation strategy, aiming to simplify international travel for citizens in smaller cities. This initiative connects regional airports to major hubs like Delhi, allowing seamless check-in and baggage transfers for international flights. The goal is to transform India into a global transit center, reducing reliance…

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Defence ministry expects 24 Tejas Mk1A jets to be ready by end of year

Defence ministry sources have said that the production and readiness schedule for the LCA Mark1A is expected to reach around 18 to 24 aircraft by the end of the current year. The programme has faced delays due to GE F414 engine supply issues from the US firm. The Tejas Mk1A…

The Economic Times

‘Gates shut, phones silent’: After Air India crash, transparency ‘nosedived’ at civil aviation ministry

Since the Air India crash in June, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has allegedly imposed unofficial restrictions on journalists, including those with official Press Information Bureau accreditation.

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Air India crash: HC dismisses plea seeking guidelines for media coverage

The Madras High Court has dismissed a plea that sought guidelines for media coverage of aviation accidents from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Director General of Civil Aviation, and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, LiveLaw reported.

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Air India Express cancels 70 flights as crew members go on mass 'sick leave'

In a major flight disruption, more than 70 international and domestic flights of Air India Express on Wednesday were cancelled or delayed due to senior crew members calling in sick. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Digi Yatra Foundation drops app maker after ‘data-breach’

Digi Yatra Foundation drops app maker after ‘data-breach’ . The app maker made no reference to how its data was compromised. Privacy advocates have questioned the app’s data storage policies and the leeway it has been given by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

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Aviation Ministry seeks detailed report from Vistara over cancellation and flight delays

The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has sought a detailed report from Vistara regarding flight cancellations and major delays. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Centre issues directives to reduce airspace congestion at Mumbai Airport, says "forced to act after MIAL didn't"

In a bid to address severe airspace congestion at Mumbai Airport, the central government has imposed flight restrictions, caused by various factors, including non-scheduled flight operations during peak hours. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Chennai airport equipped to handle long-haul flights, clarifies Ministry of Civil Aviation

In response to recent media reports suggesting limitations at the Chennai Airport, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a statement clarifying the airport's readiness to accommodate long-haul widebody international flights. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Government mulls ombudsman for air travellers

Government to set up Ombudsman to address air traveller grievances. With domestic air travellers exceeding pre-COVID levels, government to discuss setting up of an Ombudsman to address grievances. Department of Consumer Affairs held meeting with online travel aggregators, officials of Ministry of Civil Aviation and DGCA.

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Dark pattern sales deemed ‘cybercrime’

Ministry of Civil Aviation has asked low-cost carrier IndiGo to rectify its website following a series of complaints regarding practices by airlines and online travel agents that trick consumers into making unintended purchases while booking flight tickets

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Ministry of Civil Aviation asks airlines to ‘monitor abnormal surge’ in airfares to and from Bhubaneswar

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has told airlines to monitor any abnormal surge in airfares to and from Odisha’s capital Bhubaneshwar

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Andhra Pradesh government urges Centre to reduce airfare for Haj pilgrims flying from Vijayawada

With the opposition parties blaming the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government for the higher airfare for the Haj pilgrims flying from Vijayawada, the authorities concerned appear to be on a damage control exercise by taking the issue to the notice of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

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Parliamentary panel to hear representatives of Civil Aviation Ministry on ‘fixing of airfares’

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture will on May 8 hear representatives of the Ministry of Civil Aviation on the issue of ‘fixing of airfares’.

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Andhra Pradesh arranges special flight to evacuate affected students from strife-hit Manipur

The Andhra Pradesh Government has arranged a special flight in coordination with the Ministry of Civil Aviation to evacuate more than 100 students from the State stranded in violence-hit Manipur.

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And another airline bites the dust

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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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Glasgow's post-war helicopter dream that would've seen locals take to skies every day

Back in the 1950s there were many who believed that the helicopter was about to become the mode of transport of choice for Glasgow's commuters getting to and from their work each day.

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