Bengaluru Bandh Over Cauvery Water Disturbs People, Airport Cancels 44 Flights
Due to a bandh over the Cauvery water dispute in Bengaluru, not only the locals but people flying to other regions are also suffering. According to sources, Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru reported the cancellation of 44 flights, which included both arrivals and departures. Of the 44 flights, 22 flights were inbound to Bengaluru, while the remaining 22 were outbound. Passengers expressed disappointment over the abrupt… read-more
Tags: bengaluru bandh, Airport, Flight Cancellation, cauvery water dispute, Passengers
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Bizzare! Security Official At Philippines Airport Swallows $300 Stolen From Passenger
In a shocking incident, a security staff at the Philippines International Airport allegedly swallowed $300, stolen from a Chinese passenger. The incident was captured in CCTV footage, leading to an investigation. Getting into further details, the security officer is seen surreptitiously swallowing the stolen cash, cleverly concealing her actions with a handkerchief. She even resorts to drinking water to aid in her attempt to hide the evidence… read-more
Tags: Bizzare, Philippines Airport, Stealing, Airport staff
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Last AC Double Decker Bus Of Mumbai To Bid Adieu, Citizens Feels Nostalgic
Mumbai bids farewell to the iconic non-AC Double-Decker red bus. The Last non AC Double Decker red bus left from Marol Depot this morning. In a poignant moment for the city of Mumbai, the beloved non-AC Double-Decker red bus, a symbol of the city's charm and nostalgia, is officially retiring from the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) initiative's service on September 15, leaving a nostalgic zone for the citizens.
Tags: Mumbai, Double decker bus, Nostalgic, farewell, Mumbai streets
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Aircraft Operating From Vizag-Mumbai Skids Off On Runway, Catches Fire, 8 Injured
A Bombardier Learjet private jet with 8 people onboard crashed landed and skidded off the runway at Mumbai airport on September 14,The mishap occurred at around 5.04 pm. The aircraft was carrying 6 passengers and 2 crew members. An official at the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said all 8 people injured in the incident have been hospitalised. The VSR Aviation Learjet 45 aircraft VT-DBL operating from Vizag-Mumbai skidded off runway… read-more
Tags: aircraft, Injured, Vizag-Mumbai, Runway, crash
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Bizarre! Telangana Man Impersonate As TSRTC Driver, Takes Money From Passengers
In a bizarre incident, a person, pretending to be a Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) driver, stole a bus from Siddipet bus station on Sunday night. He rode it, collected fares from passengers and fled midway when the bus ran out of fuel. Although the passengers grew suspicious due to reckless driving, but before they could react, the bus ran out of fuel, following which the man fled.
Tags: Telangana News, Bus, TSRTC, Man Fled, Passengers
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Bengaluru Protestors Throwing Eggs, Spit On Rapido, Cabs & Taxis
Shocking visuals of violence are coming to the fore from Karnataka's Bengaluru. Bandh was announced in Bengaluru today by Karnataka State Private Vehicles Owner Association. The private transporters are observing a strike and also protesting against the Congress government in Karnataka. They are allegedly protesting against the Shakti Scheme introduced by Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka. The protest is taking a violent turn… read-more
Tags: Bengaluru Protest, Indian National Congress, Vehicles, Rapido, Bandh Call
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IndiGo Passenger Gropes Female Co Passenger, Arrested
An FIR has been registered against a man accused of groping a female passenger on board a Mumbai-Guwahati IndiGo flight, an airline spokesperson said. According to the spokesperson, the incident occurred on board flight 6E 5319 on September 10, and the accused was handed over to Assam Police after the plane landed in Guwahati following a complaint for alleged sexual harassment filed by the victim.
Tags: IndiGo passenger, misbehave, FIR, Mumbai-Guwahati, Airlines
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India To Launch Vande Sadharan Train, Images Leaked Online
After Vande Bharat, the Indian Railways Ministry has come up with India's first budget-friendly, alternative "Vande Sadharan" train. Yet to officially flag off, the Vande Sadharan trains will be a good alternative for budget-conscious passengers. As per the leaked information, similar to Vande Bharat, the train will have modern facilities, 24 coaches, AC-Non/AC, along with bio-vacuum toilets, charging points, automatic doors and others. The… read-more
Tags: Vande Sadharana, Vande Bharat, Indian Railways, Automobiles, National
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Jet Fuel Prices Hiked By 26% For Third Consecutive Time
Government has increased the jet fuel price also known as Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) by 14 per cent to ₹1.12 lakh per kilo litre in Delhi. This is the highest level since December 2022. This is the third consecutive monthly increase with a total of 26 per cent rise, which has resulted in a major impact on the aviation industry. This come amid crude oil price hike.
Tags: Travel, jet fuel, Indian government, Hiked 26%, National Business, Crude Oil
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IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Technical Glitch, 2nd Incident
An IndiGo plane from Varanasi made an emergency landing at the Delhi airport on August 22, evening due to a hydraulic issue. The source said there were more than 160 passengers onboard flight 6E-2232 en route to Delhi. Recently, this is the second airline, which has made such an emergency landing. A Mumbai-Ranchi IndiGo flight was diverted to Nagpur after a medical emergency onboard.
Tags: Airlines , Travel News, IndiGo, Emergency Landing, Technical Glitch
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