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Adult Film Played On TV Screens Of Patna Railway Station
In a bizarre incident, an adult film was played on TV screens installed at Bihar's Patna Railway Station. The incident left hundreds of people blushing, as the film was played for over three minutes on March 20. The film started at 9:30 am, and played till 9:33 am, leading to a complaint filed by the passengers. The Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) registered a case.
Tags: Adult Film, Patna Railway Station, Passengers, Indian Police, Case Registered
Courtesy: India Today
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Delhi Bound Vistara Flight Go Around, Scares Passenger
A Delhi-bound Vistara flight on March 14, noon made a go-around scaring passengers. The flight UK 836 which departed from Chennai. Getting into details, Sandeep Amar, a passenger who was on the flight said the flight aborted landing after the flight descended closer to the ground. Amar said, "Everyone was shocked and scared as we came as close as 20-30 meters to the ground and then the flight ascended back-right-up."
Tags: vistara, Airlines , Flight Incident, Delhi Airport, Passengers
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Another Flight Pee Incident Reported, Accused Arrested At IGI Airport
Another incident of pee-gate on flight reported on March 4. As per sources, an American student in a New York-Delhi Air India flight, allegedly urinated on a co-passenger, under the influence of alcohol. Getting into details, the student apologized, following which victim did not complain. However, a flight crew informed to the Air Traffic Control (ATC) at Indira Gandhi International Airport, following which the accused was arrested.
Tags: Student, Flight Pee Gate, arrested, IGI Airport, Passengers
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Air India Muscat-Cochin Flights Reported Smoke, Passengers Evacuated Midway
An Air India Express flight reported smoke via slides, leading to evacuation of passengers, on September 14. The flight from Muscat-Cochin had 141 passengers and six crew members on board, who were safely rescued with an assurance of relief flight. Furthermore, no injuries have been reported, confirmed a statement from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Meanwhile, the details of the incident is awaited.
Tags: Air India Flight, Smoke, Passengers, Muscat-Cochin, Travel
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Rail Car Derails On World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Route; All Passengers Unharmed
A rail car derailed on the World Heritage Kalka-Shimla route at about 11:00 a.m., resulting in the cancellation of two trains' rail services on August 28. A train car traveling from Kalka to Shimla derailed at Shimla between the Tara Devi and Shoghi railway sections. The rail vehicle had eight people, all of whom were declared safe. The cause of the train car disaster has yet to be determined.
Tags: Himachal Pradesh, train, Derails, World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Railway Track, Passengers
Courtesy: Zee News
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Mumbai-Bound IndiGo Aircraft Faces Glitch At Goa Airport, Passengers Safely Evacuated
Mumbai-bound IndiGo aircraft encountered a mechanical issue while approaching the Goa airport's runway at approximately 1:27 p.m on August 23. The problem was discovered in the right engine of IndiGo Airbus (VT-IZR). The IndiGo Airbus (VT-IZR) was flying 6E 6097 from Goa to Mumbai and had returned after taking a taxi. It carried 187 people, including four infants, and… read-more
Tags: Mumbai, IndiGo, Goa, Passengers, snags
Courtesy: India Today
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DCGA Issues Warning, Asks Airlines To Mandate Mask Wearing
The Director General of Civil Aviation (DCGA) asked Indian airlines to mandate mask-wearing, amid the rising number of Covid-19 cases in India. On August 17, the DCGA said, if a passenger shows disagreement to comply with the Covid-19 protocols, strict actions will be taken against the passenger. The aviation ministry also warned to put passengers under "unruly" list and no flying list.
Tags: DCGA, civil aviation, Mask Wearing, Passengers, Order Issued
Courtesy: Zee News India
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CISF Detained 4 Passengers With International Currency Worth Rs 59 Lakh, Investigation Underway
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) detained four people and seized foreign currency worth Rs 59 lakh at the Delhi international airport, confirmed police on June 30. As per sources, 2,19,740 Saudi Riyals and USD 15,200 worth about Rs 59 lakh was recovered from a tiffin-box in the name of passengers, travelling from Delhi to Dubai. The four were later handed over to customs officials and a detailed investigation is underway.
Tags: CISF, Riyas, International Currency, arrested, Delhi Airport, Passengers
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Kochi Metro Offers Rs 5 Ticket To Any Station To Commemorate Its Fifth Anniversary
As part of Metro Day celebrations on June 17, passengers can ride in the Kochi Metro to any station for just Rs 5 per ticket. On June 17, 2017, the Kochi Metro began operations. Kochi Metro Rail Limited in a statement said "The normal rate will be applicable for trip pass holders. But the balance amount will be credited to their accounts as cashback." Passengers with online tickets can also use this service.
Tags: Kochi, Kochi Metro, fifth anniversary, Passengers, Kerala
Courtesy: ANI
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No More Heavy Luggage Allowed In Trains, Imposes Hefty Penalty: IRCTC
In order to keep Indian passengers' luggage in check, the IRCTC issued a circular with a warning of a hefty fine over excess luggage in train compartments. Recently, the Railway Ministry said, "Do not carry excess luggage while traveling by train". The luggage limit for passengers is, 40kgs in sleeper class, 50 kgs in AC-I Tier, and 70 kgs for maximum depending upon coaches.
Tags: Indian Railways, Luggage Limit, Passengers, Fine, IRCTC
Courtesy: CNBC TV
