Air India's flight AI127 from Delhi to Chicago made an emergency landing in Iqaluit, Canada, on October 15 due to an online security threat. The landing was a precautionary measure, and all 211 passengers and crew were safely evacuated and re-screened according to security protocols. The airline reported that it, along with other local airlines, had received several threats in recent days. Fortunately, Air India later confirmed that the threat was a hoax. The airline plans to take legal action against those responsible to recover the costs incurred from the incident. This situation comes at a time of heightened diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, following the killing of a wanted terrorist, Nijjar. Air India emphasized its commitment to passenger safety and security amidst these challenges.
16 October,2024 03:08 PM IST
On October 14, two IndiGo flights from Mumbai Airport to Middle Eastern destinations faced bomb threats, prompting immediate security measures. IndiGo flight 6E 1275 bound for Muscat and flight 6E 56 heading to Jeddah were moved to an isolation bay as a precaution. Security agencies at the airport were placed on high alert to ensure passenger safety. Following established protocols, the aircraft underwent thorough security checks. Passengers received assistance and refreshments while waiting for the situation to be resolved. IndiGo Airlines expressed regret for the inconvenience caused, emphasizing their commitment to safety and security. The swift response by security personnel highlights the importance of vigilance in aviation security. As investigations continued, both flights were delayed, but no threats were ultimately found, allowing passengers to eventually proceed with their journeys.
14 October,2024 01:24 PM IST
On August 22, Air India flight AI657, en route from Mumbai to Thiruvananthapuram, encountered a specific security alert during its cruise. In response, the flight crew promptly executed all necessary security protocols, ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers was prioritized throughout the incident. The aircraft landed safely at Thiruvananthapuram Airport and was directed to a remote bay for thorough checks by security agencies. All passengers and crew disembarked without incident. Air India remains committed to the highest standards of safety and security, and we appreciate the cooperation and understanding of all passengers during this process. The airline’s top priority is always the safety and security of its passengers and crew, and we continue to work closely with relevant authorities to resolve the situation swiftly.
22 August,2024 02:52 PM IST
The Delhi Airport has received a bomb threat on a Varanasi-bound IndiGo flight on May 28. A tissue paper, with the word ‘bomb’ written on it, was found in the Indigo flight 6E2211 from lavatory at the airport. Soon after the authorities received info, the aircraft has been moved to an isolation bay for investigation. As per the Airport Official, the Aviation security and a bomb disposal team rushed to the spot to tackle any possible danger. All the passenger onboarding the IndiGo flight were evacuated through the emergency door. According to Delhi Fire Service, all passengers are safe and flight is being inspected. Post the completion of all security checks, the bomb threat turned out to be a hoax, informed a senior CISF official. Watch video for more.
28 May,2024 11:13 AM IST
Para-athlete Suvarna Raj, who has represented the country in global events, on February 3 accused the IndiGo airline crew of 'mistreatment', saying she requested the carrier to provide her a personal wheelchair at the aircraft door but the staff did not respond. On the IndiGo’s mistreatment, Suvarna alleged that she was mistreated by IndiGo crew members while taking a flight from New Delhi to Chennai. Suvarna had booked seat number 39D(Aisle) on the Chennai-bound flight on Friday. Speaking to ANI, Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj said, “...I told them 10 times that I want my personal wheelchair at the aircraft door, but no matter how many times you tell them, they don't listen.
07 February,2024 02:22 PM IST
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday inaugurated India's and Air India's first Airbus A350 aircraft on the first day of Wings India 2024. This not only marks the arrival of state-of-the-art aircraft to Air India's fleet but also signifies India's growing stature as a major player in the global aviation industry.
19 January,2024 10:51 AM IST | Mumbai
Following an incident of alleged assault against an IndiGo pilot on board, Air India's pilot Captain Zoya Agarwal condemned the IndiGo Slapgate incident and asserted that violence is not the way in any situation."It sends chills down my spine, violence is not the way in any situation...forget about when it happens with the Pilot, a crew member is a professional, the same person is going to be flying all of you. Violence is not just a way," Air India's pilot Captain told ANI. Earlier on January 14, a passenger was seen hitting the pilot of an Indigo flight while he was announcing a delay in departure at Delhi Airport. Following an incident of alleged assault against an IndiGo pilot on board, the accused passenger was declared 'unruly', the airlines said in a statement on January.
17 January,2024 12:34 PM IST
A major drama unfolded on Thursday at Delhi Airport in front of an IndiGo plane that a Congress delegation was about to board to reach Raipur. As Congress leader Pawan Khera was reportedly deboarded from the plane, the entire delegation started 'BJP hai hai' slogans. In the video emerging from the airport, Congress leaders Supriya Shrinate, Randeep Singh Surjewala, KC Venugopal can also be seen in the delegation. Recently, Pawan Khera was criticised for referring to Narendra Damodardas Modi as Narendra Gautamdas Modi, in a press conference attacking the government on the Gautam Adani issue.
23 February,2023 03:36 PM IST | Mumbai
After a row erupted over the opening of the emergency exit door of an IndiGo aircraft by BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai who was also onboard at the time of the incident, has said that Surya "accidentally touched the emergency door" but it was not his fault that the flight got delayed. Annamalai’s comments a day after Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said the emergency exit door of an IndiGo flight last year was opened by "mistake". He had also claimed that BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has already apologised for it. #TejasviSurya #IndiGo #EmergencyExit
22 January,2023 12:56 AM IST | Tamil Naduvideo of the Indigo car which caught fire at Goregaon east highway on Monday night while it was coming from Andheri. The cause of fire was not known and the two people inside the car escaped by luck. The fire tenders reached the spot and after the fire got under control the car was towed Goregaon Traffic police station. Story & Video By - Bipin Singh,MiD-DAY
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