Indira Gandhi International Airport

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has issued a health advisory. Passengers travelling from Ebola-affected countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan must report symptoms. These include fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, and unexplained bleeding. Immediate screening is advised for those with symptoms or contact with patients. This is a preventive measure for public health.

Delhi airport's air train project, a Rs 3,000-4,000 crore automated people mover, will be funded by operator DIAL and is expected to be operational in 30 months. This initiative aims to enhance inter-terminal connectivity for transit passengers, with the service being free for flyers and chargeable for non-passengers.

The plea has sought urgent intervention from the tribunal to restrain MCG from proceeding with the proposed facility and to remove structures already constructed at the site

Variable Tariff Structure To See Annual Revision Through 2030-31; Indigo Cuts Fares Ahead Of June 15 Launch

Noida International Airport, also known as Jewar Airport, is set to commence operations on June 15, marking a significant development for Delhi-NCR's aviation sector. This new greenfield hub aims to alleviate pressure on Delhi's IGI Airport, offering improved connectivity and passenger convenience. IndiGo will operate the inaugural flight, with other carriers expected to join soon, initially focusing on domestic routes.

Customs officers at Delhi's IGI Airport intercepted three passengers arriving from Bangkok. Over 24 kilograms of suspected marijuana, valued at more than ₹24 crore, were seized. The largest seizure involved an Uzbek national. Indian nationals were also apprehended in separate incidents. All three passengers were arrested under the NDPS Act.

A powerful thunderstorm swept through Delhi late Sunday, bringing strong winds and rain that disrupted flights and lowered temperatures significantly. The storm dramatically improved air quality, leading to the lifting of Stage 1 GRAP measures. More rain is forecast for Monday night and Tuesday, with temperatures expected to rise later in the week.

A power bank fire on an IndiGo flight after landing at Chandigarh airport caused panic and an emergency evacuation, injuring six passengers. The incident, occurring post-landing, has raised questions about screening protocols for restricted items like power banks. Prompt crew action contained the fire, but passengers reported confusion during evacuation and concerns over medical assistance.

A Swiss International Air Lines Airbus A330 aborted takeoff for Zurich from Delhi due to smoke from its landing gear. The aircraft, carrying 228 passengers, initiated an emergency evacuation, resulting in minor injuries for four individuals. Airport operations remained unaffected.

Delhi-NCR experienced a welcome downpour and thunderstorms, but air travel faced significant disruptions. Winds up to 50 km/hr impacted flight schedules at Indira Gandhi International Airport, leading to advisories from major airlines like SpiceJet and IndiGo. Passengers are urged to check flight statuses and allow extra travel time due to potential delays.

Initial Operating Hours To Be Limited To Daytime, Expanding To Round-The-Clock As Systems Are Tested

General consultant to assist in development of two projects

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport apprehended four Indian nationals. They arrived from Bangkok and were intercepted based on profiling. Authorities discovered nine packets of a green substance, identified as ganja or marijuana, weighing over 8.9 kilograms. The contraband is valued at approximately Rs 9 crore. The accused face charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.

Apprehended by Turkish agencies, Dola is now in NCB custody and is expected to offer investigators insight into the financial pipelines, shadow networks, and cross-border alliances sustaining his narcotics trade

A Swiss International Air Lines flight aborted take-off at Delhi airport due to an engine fire, leading to a chaotic evacuation. A senior executive described the incident as "complete mismanagement" on the ground, citing issues with emergency response, passenger accounting, and hotel arrangements. The airline crew, however, was praised for their handling of the situation onboard.

Two aircraft, an Akasa Air and a SpiceJet, collided wings while taxiing at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Thursday. The incident occurred near Terminal 1, causing damage to both planes. The Directorate-General of Civil Aviation has launched an inquiry, and the involved ATC officer and SpiceJet pilots have been temporarily removed from duty.

On March 31st, a passenger landing from Bangkok faced legal troubles at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Customs officials intercepted around 13 kilograms of marijuana hidden in his luggage, with a staggering value close to Rs 13 crore. Multiple polybags were detected during an X-ray examination.

Gangster Sahil Chauhan, an associate of Kaushal Chaudhary, has been arrested by the STF from Ambala after his deportation from Thailand. He was apprehended at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Chauhan is wanted in several criminal cases in Haryana and is also under the watch of the NIA and other agencies.

Asia's air transport experienced significant disruptions on April 13-14, with over 1,650 flight delays and nearly 100 cancellations across major airports in China, India, Southeast Asia, and Hong Kong. These issues stemmed from West Asian political tensions leading to airspace closures and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, compounded by near-capacity air traffic in key Asian transit hubs.