International Flights

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on February 26 extended the restrictions on international passenger flights till March 31, 2021. However, the regulatory body has allowed all-cargo and specially-approved flights to fly on selective routes, and also on case-to-case basis. Earlier, in March 2020, the aviation watchdog had imposed restrictions on the international flyers owing to COVID-19 that has been extended over time-to-time… read-more

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has extended the ban on international flights till February 28. However, flights approved by the DGCA and international all-cargo operations will not be affected by the decision. Special international flights operating under Vande Bharat Mission and 'air-bubble' agreements will also continue to fly. Earlier, international flights were suspended on March 23, 2020, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic… read-more

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Centre's advice, has extended the ban on international passenger flights till December 31. However, the DGCA notice mentioned that the international cargo operations and DGCA approved flights will be exempted under this. Besides, the international scheduled flights shall be allowed in chosen routes on a case-to-case basis. Currently, India is operating the repatriation flights under the… read-more

Nepal has planned to allow intercity buses, restaurants and domestic flights among others as a part of relaxations in lockdown. Nepal's Foreign Minister Pradeep Gyawali announced the decision through a press briefing. Reportedly, mountaineering and trekking activities can be allowed from October 17. Besides, Nepal was allowing only 800 passengers through international flights till now, but the numbers will be increased gradually to 3000.

Air Bubble flying arrangement has been established between India and Japan to allow safe travel for citizens of both the countries, holding valid visa. The arrangement will help stranded nationals and residents of Japan to travel, while following the border norms. Before issuing the tickets or boarding pass, airlines have been instructed to ensure travellers don't have any travel restrictions. India has now extended air bubble arrangements… read-more