Hoax bomb threats plague India's airlines
How hoax bomb threats are hurting air travel in India
A dramatic and unprecedented surge in hoax bomb threats targeting Indian airlines is wreaking havoc on flight schedules, diverting planes and causing widespread disruptions.
Unseen Turbulence: Handling Bomb Threats to Indian Airlines
Top aviation security officials met India's Union Home Secretary to discuss persistent bomb threats to airlines, causing flight disruptions. Bureau of Civil Aviation Security and Central Industrial Security Force leaders outlined security measures.
Fake Bomb Threats Cause Panic And Disruption In Indian Airlines
( MENAFN - Khaama Press) Indian media reported that over the past eight days, the country's airlines have received more than 70 fake bomb threats. These threats led to some flights being canceled, others rerouted, and several international flights escorted by fighter jets.
IndiGo, Vistara, Akasa flights get bomb threats, airlines say 'taking all necessary precautions'
The Civil Aviation Ministry plans to put in place strict norms to prevent incidents of hoax bomb threats to airlines, including placing the perpetrators in the no-fly list.
Bomb hoax threats to Indian airlines spark chaos
More than 70 fake bomb threats have been made against flights operated by multiple Indian airlines this week, Indian media reported Sunday, sparking fear among passengers and global delays.The global impact of delays and diversions has been heavy on airline schedules and costs.
Bomb Threats Disrupt Indian Skies: What You Need to Know
Several Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Vistara, Akasa Air, and Air India, received bomb threats affecting 24 flights, many of which turned out to be hoaxes. Authorities initiated security protocols,
Fake bomb threats to Indian airlines spark chaos
More than 70 fake bomb threats have been made against flights operated by multiple Indian airlines this week, Indian media reported on Sunday (Oct 20), sparking global delays and fear among passeng
Hoax bomb threats spark panic for Indian airlines
At least 10 Indian flights received hoax bomb threats over the past 48 hours, leading to long delays and diversions. On Tuesday, Singapore's Air Force sent two fighter jets to escort an Air India Express plane away from populated areas following a bomb threat.
Hoax bomb threats plague India’s airlines – with 30 in 1 day
An anonymous account on the X platform was reportedly behind bomb threats to at least 40 flights. India has threatened ‘very strict action’.
20+ flights hit on 6th straight day of bomb hoax threats
For six consecutive days, Indian airlines have faced numerous bomb hoax threats, affecting nearly 90 flights. Major hubs like Mumbai and New Delhi were significantly disrupted. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security is urging strict adherence to protocols.
36 Indian flights, including those operating from Mumbai, receive bomb threats
A wave of bomb threats to airlines from India continued on Sunday, October 20. A total of 36 flights, including seven carrying Mumbai passengers, received the threats on Sunday, officials said. The 36 flights get bomb threats from an unverified X handle.
Bomb threats to airlines: Govt plans legislative actions; Minister says 'want to put perpetrators on no-fly list'
The government plans to amend aviation laws to address bomb threats to airlines, introducing penalties and fines. Civil ...
Chiefs of BCAS, CISF meet Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan; discuss issue of bomb threats to airlines
The developments came a day after more than 30 flights of various Indian carriers received bomb threats. This week, nearly ...
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Govt to take legislative actions to deal with bomb threats to airlines: Naidu
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Monday said the government plans to take legislative actions to deal with ...
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Bomb hoax threats spark Indian airlines chaos
A report in The Indian Express said that an anonymous account on X, formerly Twitter, was suspended after posting bomb ...
Bomb hoax on Indian flights: Who is Adam Lanza, behind whom Twitter handle linked to threats is named?
At least 90 hoax bomb threats have been issued to Indian airlines in the past week, hitting operations. About 70 per cent of ...
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DGCA chief Vikram Dev Dutt transferred amid rising bomb threats to Indian airlines
The transfer of Dutt underscores the seriousness of the situation, as the civil aviation sector grapples with these ...
Bureau of Civil Aviation Security hold key meeting after 70 flights of Indian airlines receive bomb threats
70 bomb threats in a week caused a huge loss to the airlines, adding hardships to hundreds of passengers as well as staff at ...
Hoax bomb threats to Indian airlines force emergency landing in Canada and fighter jets to scramble in Singapore
Twin bomb threats hit Indian airliners on opposite sides of the globe on Tuesday, forcing an emergency landing in the Arctic ...