Air India Flight

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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.

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 - 09:05 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Student, Flight Pee Gate, arrested, IGI Airport, Passengers

Air India Express Flight

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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.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 - 04:02 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Air India Flight, Smoke, Passengers, Muscat-Cochin, Travel

Rail Car Derails On World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Railway Track

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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.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 - 07:00 PM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Himachal Pradesh, train, Derails, World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Railway Track, Passengers

Courtesy: Zee News

IndiGo

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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

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 - 10:42 AM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Mumbai, IndiGo, Goa, Passengers, snags

Courtesy: India Today

Air India

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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. 

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 - 07:41 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: DCGA, civil aviation, Mask Wearing, Passengers, Order Issued

Courtesy: Zee News India

CISF

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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.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 - 01:20 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: CISF, Riyas, International Currency, arrested, Delhi Airport, Passengers

Kochi Metro

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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.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 - 09:20 AM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Kochi, Kochi Metro, fifth anniversary, Passengers, Kerala

Courtesy: ANI

IRCTC

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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.

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 - 06:55 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Indian Railways, Luggage Limit, Passengers, Fine, IRCTC

Courtesy: CNBC TV

Tara Airlines

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Nepalese Airline Losts Contact Hours After Take Off, 22 Passengers On Board

In Nepal, a private airlines plane with 22 passengers including four Indians has gone missing in the mountainous region of the Himalayan. The plane named the Twin Otter 9N-AET plane belonging to Tara Air, which took off from Pokhara on the morning of May 29, lost contact with the tower 15 minutes after it flew, confirmed airlines spokesperson Sudarshan Bartaula. Notably, it is suspected that the plane has crashed.

Sun, 29 May 2022 - 03:15 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Airlines , plane crash, Nepal, Private Airlines, Passengers

Bermuda triangle cruise

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Passengers On Bermuda Triangle Cruise Promised Full Refund If Ship Disappears

Passengers on a trip to the enigmatic Bermuda Triangle have been assured a complete refund if the ship goes missing by the travel agency, Ancient Mysterious Cruise. Hundreds of ships and flights have inexplicably vanished in the Bermuda Triangle, commonly known as the Devil's Triangle. Passengers will travel to the Atlantic Ocean on the Norwegian Prima ship, which will depart from New York in March of next year.

Sat, 28 May 2022 - 05:04 PM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Bermuda triangle, cruise, refund, Passengers, New York

Courtesy: ANI