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Counter-terrorist mock drill at Delhi Airport: CISF, Police join forces to assess readiness against threats | In pics
A counter-terrorist mock exercise was conducted at Delhi's IGI Airport, involving multiple agencies to improve preparedness and coordination against security threats. Participants included CISF, Delhi Police, NSG, and others.
2 min read29 Mar 2026JFK, Atlanta airports issue travel advisory amid TSA worker shortage; passengers can expect five-hour wait time
Two of the US' busiest airports issued a travel advisory on Monday, warning passengers that the wait time could be at least five hours as TSA workers resign amid a partial DHS shutdown. Atlanta Airport, the world's busiest, saw wait time stretching beyond three hours over the weekend.
2 min read23 Mar 2026US-Israel-Iran conflict impact goes beyond oil; European firms are paying through nose for chips — here's why
The Middle East conflict has disrupted air freight routes, cutting capacity and raising costs for semiconductor shipments from Asia to Europe. Companies are paying more or using inventories, while airlines carry less cargo due to longer routes and extra fuel needs.
2 min read19 Mar 2026Adani-owned Mumbai airport takes Jet Airways dues row to appellate tribunal
Mumbai International Airport had submitted claims of over ₹860 crore towards parking, storage, hangar and related charges after Jet Airways’ aircraft remained parked at the Mumbai airport for several years following the airline’s collapse in 2019. The NCLT admitted only about ₹510.75 cr.
2 min read19 Mar 2026Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Highlights: 2 Iranian drones strike near Dubai Airport, four people injured
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Highlights: Iran's joint military command declared it would begin targeting regional banks and financial centers, a warning placing Dubai at particular risk
8 min read12 Mar 2026Cabinet increases Jal Jeevan Mission outlay by ₹1.51 tn, approves projects to Tamil Nadu, Bengal
The Union Cabinet has increased the Jal Jeevan Mission budget to ₹8.7 trillion, approved road and rail projects, and granted international status to Madurai airport.
3 min read10 Mar 2026Facing tighter lounge economics, Encalm Hospitality pivots to hotels, catering, overseas airports
Airport lounge operator Encalm plans hotels, in-flight catering and overseas airport bids as credit-card driven lounge economics tighten and airport operators increasingly internalise hospitality services.
4 min read5 Mar 2026Flight Status Highlights: Nearly 8,000 passengers stranded in Qatar; over 250 flights cancelled
Flight Status Highlights on 3 March: Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central International Airport started limited operations on late Tuesday night with Emirates and FlyDubai operating select flights.
15 min read4 Mar 2026US-Iran conflict: No commotion here, say UAE tourists; Emirates, Etihad resume limited flights from Dubai and Abu Dhabi
US-Israel strikes on Iran have escalated regional tensions, but tourists in the UAE report calm conditions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. While aviation disruptions persist with widespread flight cancellations, Emirates and Etihad airlines have begun limited flight resumptions to ease passenger backlogs.
2 min read2 Mar 2026US-Iran war: Chaos in Middle East amid flight cancellations, airspace closures; what travellers should know
US–Israeli strikes on Iran have triggered retaliation, forcing widespread Middle East airspace closures and mass flight cancellations. Major hubs such as Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi are hit, leaving thousands stranded. Airlines offer rebooking or refunds as governments issue travel advisories.
3 min read2 Mar 2026