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Your next airport selfie or reel could get your phone confiscated or even put you on the no-fly list: DGCA's new rule every traveller should know

New DGCA guidelines prohibit unauthorised photography and videography in sensitive airport areas. Passengers caught recording in restricted zones without permission may face penalties, confiscation of devices and, in serious cases, even flying bans. The move comes amid a rise in social media content that has inadvertently exposed security-related information. Individuals…

The Economic Times

Air passenger traffic drops in April amid demand, cost pressures

Indian domestic air travel saw a dip in April. Passenger numbers fell compared to both March and the previous year. Airlines faced challenges like higher fuel prices and slower demand. IndiGo increased its market share, while Air India Group's share decreased. Many passengers experienced delays and cancellations, with airlines providing…

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India prepares interim, not final, investigation report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

Indian investigators are preparing an interim report for the deadly Air India crash. This report will be more comprehensive than the initial one. The final report is delayed due to the investigation's complexity. This comes as a separate inquiry into fuel switches on an Air India flight from London is…

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Ebola scare: DGCA asks airlines make in-flight announcements, take other measures

Aviation watchdog DGCA has issued new guidelines for airlines amid the Ebola outbreak in Africa. Carriers with flights to or from Uganda and Congo must collect self-declaration forms from passengers. In-flight announcements will inform travelers about Ebola symptoms and reporting procedures. Protocols for suspected cases onboard aircraft are also detailed.…

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UPSC Recruitment 2026: 100+ Group A, B govt posts including in DGCA & IMD for scientists, engineers, lecturers; check eligibility, salary, how to apply and direct link

The UPSC has opened online applications for numerous Group A and B positions in central government departments, including DGCA, IMD, and ASI. Vacancies range from Airworthiness Officer and Deputy Controller of Explosives to Scientist-B and Manager roles. Several positions are reserved for specific categories, with age relaxations applicable.

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Air India Flight from Delhi to Bengaluru Suffers Tail Strike During Landing; DGCA Launches Probe

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AAIB suggests formal framework for collaboration involving itself, DGCA, defence authorities

A near-miss incident involving an Air India plane and an Indian Navy helicopter at Port Blair airport has prompted a key recommendation. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau suggests a formal collaboration framework between aviation safety regulators and defence authorities. This aims to improve information exchange and prevent future occurrences. The…

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India to monitor Boeing fuel-switch test tied to Air India London incident, documents show

Indian aviation officials plan to visit Boeing’s Seattle facility in June to witness testing of a fuel-control switch module removed from an Air India Boeing 787 after pilots reported a possible defect on a London-Bengaluru flight in February, according to Reuters-reviewed documents.

The Economic Times

Court denies bail to DGCA Deputy DG after noting investigation at sensitive stage in corruption case

A Delhi court has denied bail to DGCA Deputy DG Mudavath Devula in a bribery case. The court cited the sensitive stage of the investigation and the need to probe cash deposits into bank accounts. Devula is accused of corruption, and the court noted his public servant status differentiates his…

The Economic Times

Kuwait launches new Sahel Service for flight delays, refunds and lost baggage complaints

Kuwait's aviation regulator has launched a new feature on the Sahel app, allowing air travelers to directly report flight delays, cancellations, and refund disputes. This digital service aims to expedite complaint handling and enhance passenger protection, simplifying communication between passengers, airlines, and authorities.

The Times of India

Airport operators to keep records of security hold area, tarmac photos for 3 years: DGCA

Airport operators now face a new directive from the DGCA. They must keep records of all photographs taken in security hold areas and on the tarmac. These records are to be preserved for a period of three years. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation can demand these records for inspection…

The Economic Times

Kuwait International Airport Remains Closed Today Amid Regional Tensions

Kuwait International Airport stayed shuttered Saturday with no commercial passenger flights operating, as authorities continued to cite persistent security concerns and infrastructure repairs following months of regional instability that first forced the closure on Feb. 28.

International Business Times

Is Kuwait International Airport (KWI) Today? Airport Remains Closed March 28 2026: No Commercial Flights

Kuwait International Airport (KWI) was not open for regular commercial passenger flights on Saturday, March 28, 2026, as ongoing regional security concerns, repeated drone strikes and resulting infrastructure damage continued to ground operations at the Gulf nation's primary aviation hub.

International Business Times

IndiGo boss finally resigns months after airline cancelled nearly 4,500 flights in unprecedented crisis

India's largest airline was heavily criticised by regulators after flight disruptions affected 1 million passengers

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Hafta letters: Spineless strongmen, selective outrage, and the need for a more diverse NL

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Seven out of 10 Air India aircraft have recurring technical defects, parliamentary report shows

Nearly half of all commercial aircraft analysed across India’s airlines flagged for repeated issues

Evening Standard

No defect found on Air India plane after aircraft grounded

The Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner on a flight from London was forced to land after a problem was detected

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Air India Grounds Boeing 787-8 After Fuel Control Switch Issue on London-Bengaluru Flight

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday confirmed that both fuel control switches on an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner were found to be “satisfactory” following a reported issue on a flight from London to Bengaluru earlier this week.

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Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Killed in Baramati Plane Crash

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar tragically lost his life in a plane crash at Baramati on Tuesday, along with four others on board, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

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Opposition demands full probe into Baramati plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Opposition leaders on Wednesday called for a comprehensive investigation into the plane crash that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. Demands range from a Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)-led probe to a Supreme Court-monitored inquiry.

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Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Killed in Baramati Plane Crash

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Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Death Confirmed in Indian Plane Crash With No Other Survivors – What Caused the Tragedy?

Deputy CM Ajit Pawar has been confirmed dead after a Learjet 45 plane crash in Baramati with no survivors.

Newslaundry

IndiGo’s dominance is not about ‘success’. Here’s what Sanjeev Sanyal overlooked in his ANI interview

When Sanjeev Sanyal, Principal Economic Adviser in the Ministry of Finance, argued in a recent ANI interview with Smita Prakash that IndiGo’s dominance is not the real issue because “you can’t tax success” and that policy should instead “ensure churn”, he was appealing to a familiar liberalisation-era instinct in Indian…

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The 2019 rule change that accelerated Indian aviation’s growth journey, helped fuel IndiGo’s supremacy

In February 2009, Colgan Air Flight 3407 crashed near Buffalo, New York, killing all 49 people on board. The US National Transportation Safety Board linked the accident to pilot fatigue.

The Independent UK

India’s largest airline ordered to slash winter schedule as flight cancellations trigger aviation crisis

Government scrutiny of IndiGo intensifies after thousands of passengers are stranded and competitor’s hike fares

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