India suspends all flights from UK from 23-31 Dec amid fears of more infectious coronavirus variant found in Britain
4 years, 3 months ago

India suspends all flights from UK from 23-31 Dec amid fears of more infectious coronavirus variant found in Britain

Firstpost  

Earlier, Union health minister Harsh Vardhan said the government is fully alert and there is no need to panic. The Union health ministry has called an urgent meeting of its Joint Monitoring Group on Monday to discuss the new strain, which has led to a surge in the infection rate in the UK. Earlier, in an official order, the Union health ministry told the Ministry of Civil Aviation the new coronavirus variant has been spreading rapidly in UK while cases have been declining in India. Passengers with travel history could pose a risk in India @IndiaToday pic.twitter.com/t2GudQY2cq — Milan Sharma December 21, 2020 The Union health ministry called an urgent meeting of its Joint Monitoring Group on Monday to discuss the new strain, which has led to a surge in the infection rate in the UK. UK prime minister Boris Johnson on Saturday said that the data suggests the new strain could be “up to 70 percent more transmissible” and announced a “stay at home” order for London and southeast England.

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China and India agree to resume direct commercial flights for first time in five years
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China and India agree to resume direct commercial flights for first time in five years

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — China and India have agreed to resume direct commercial flights for the first time in five years, in the latest sign of warming relations between the world’s two most populous countries. Flights between India and mainland China were suspended at the onset of the Covid pandemic in early 2020, and remained halted following subsequent political tensions. …

International Flight: UK Airport Warns COVID-19 Related Delays Could Last for Months
2 years, 11 months ago

International Flight: UK Airport Warns COVID-19 Related Delays Could Last for Months

News 18  

A major British airport warned passengers to expect the delays plaguing travel to continue for months, as the U.K. aviation regulator told the country’s air industry to shape up after weeks of cancelled flights and long airport queues. Travellers in Britain have suffered days of delays during the current Easter school holiday break, with British Airways and EasyJet cancelling hundreds …

India to resume international flights from today after gap of 2 years
2 years, 11 months ago

India to resume international flights from today after gap of 2 years

India Today  

India is set to resume scheduled international flights on Sunday after a gap of two years due to the coronavirus pandemic. The new rules announced by the ministry of civil aviation states that cabin crew members will no longer be required to wear personal protective equipment kits. According to a report by News18, airlines are directed to leave three seats …

Covid-19 update: Hong Kong cuts 14-day flight suspension rule to 7 days
2 years, 11 months ago

Covid-19 update: Hong Kong cuts 14-day flight suspension rule to 7 days

Live Mint  

Hong Kong has said that it is shortening the ban on airlines that are found to have carried three or more passengers who test positive for Covid-19 upon arrival, news agency Reuters reported. Starting on Friday, the ban on individual airline routes will be reduced to seven days, from 14 previously, as part of its ongoing "flight suspension mechanism", the …

After 2 yrs, India resumes regular overseas flights today. Check latest rules
2 years, 11 months ago

After 2 yrs, India resumes regular overseas flights today. Check latest rules

Live Mint  

India on Sunday has resumed international flight operation after almost two years. US-based carriers, United Airlines and American Airlines will operate 28 flights and 7 flights every week, respectively. On the other hand, European airlines, such as British Airways will operate 49 departures, German carrier Lufthansa will operate 32 flights, and Air France will operate 20 flights per week, respectively. …

Centre eases Covid rules as int'l flights resume tomorrow. Details here
2 years, 11 months ago

Centre eases Covid rules as int'l flights resume tomorrow. Details here

Hindustan Times  

The scheduled international passenger flights are all set to resume from Sunday, after more than two years of pandemic-infused ban on air travel in and out of the country. Commercial international flights set to resume from March 27 According to the new rules by the ministry of civil aviation, cabin crew members are no longer needed to wear personal protective …

From April, Vaccinated Indians Flying to Canada Will Not Require Pre-Arrival Covid-19 Test
3 years ago

From April, Vaccinated Indians Flying to Canada Will Not Require Pre-Arrival Covid-19 Test

News 18  

Canadian Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos announced that fully vaccinated travellers will no longer need pre-arrival Covid-19 testing to enter the country from April 1. Prior to this, the DGCA had announced the extension of the ban on international flights till February 28. the latest order of suspension of flights continues the scheduled international passenger flight ban which has been in …

International Flight Ticket Prices Could Fall by 50 Percent as India Lifts Travel Ban
3 years ago

International Flight Ticket Prices Could Fall by 50 Percent as India Lifts Travel Ban

News 18  

There’s good news for anyone looking to travel abroad. This is bound to happen since the government had recently announced the lifting of the ban on international commercial flights after almost two years. Homegrown airline Indigo is expected to resume over 100 international flights, while international carriers like Singapore Airlines and Swiss International Air Lines is also set to increase …

India to resume regular international flights from March 27: Scindia
3 years ago

India to resume regular international flights from March 27: Scindia

India TV News  

Highlights Jyotiraditya Scindia said that regular international flights will resume from March 27 Due to the outbreak of COVID -19, scheduled international flight services were suspended on March 23 Special international flights have been operating between India and other countries Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Sunday said that regular international flights will resume from March 27 as the …

Grounded by Covid, regular international flights to resume after 2 years from March 27
3 years ago

Grounded by Covid, regular international flights to resume after 2 years from March 27

India Today  

In a massive relaxation of Covid curbs, international passenger flight operations will resume from March 27 - over two years after being suspended over the coronavirus pandemic, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said today, citing increased vaccination coverage globally. However, special international flights were operated under the Centre's mammoth repatriation effort - Vande Bharat Mission - from May 2020 …

DGCA extends suspension of scheduled international passenger flights till further orders
3 years ago

DGCA extends suspension of scheduled international passenger flights till further orders

Firstpost  

Scheduled international passenger flights have been suspended in India since 23 March, 2020, following the outbreak of the coronavirus New Delhi: The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in the country has been extended “till further orders”, aviation regulator DGCA said on Monday. Scheduled international passenger flights have been suspended in India since 23 March, 2020, following the outbreak of …

Scheduled international passenger flights suspended till further orders: DGCA
3 years ago

Scheduled international passenger flights suspended till further orders: DGCA

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in the country has been extended "till further orders", aviation regulator DGCA said on Monday. Scheduled international passenger flights have been suspended in India since March 23, 2020, following the outbreak of the coronavirus. In a circular on Monday, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation stated: "The competent authority has decided …

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights extended till further orders: DGCA
3 years ago

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights extended till further orders: DGCA

India TV News  

Highlights Scheduled international passenger flights have been suspended in India since March 23, 2020 The current restrictions will not apply to international all-cargo operations It was also not be applied to flights specifically approved by the DGCA The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in the country has been extended "till further orders", aviation regulator DGCA said on Monday. Scheduled …

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in India extended till Feb 28, says DGCA
3 years, 2 months ago

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in India extended till Feb 28, says DGCA

India Today  

The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in the country has been extended till February 28, aviation regulator DGCA said on Wednesday. Scheduled international passenger flights have been suspended in India since March 23, 2020. In a circular on Wednesday, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation stated: "The competent authority has decided to extend the suspension of scheduled international commercial …

International Flight Ban: Scheduled Flights to and from India Suspended till Feb 28
3 years, 2 months ago

International Flight Ban: Scheduled Flights to and from India Suspended till Feb 28

News 18  

International Flight Ban: The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in India has been extended till February 28, aviation regulator DGCA has said. This continues the scheduled international passenger flight ban which has been in place in India since March 23, 2020. A circular issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation states, “The competent authority has decided to extend …

Bengal suspends all direct flights from UK from 3 Jan amid Covid surge
3 years, 2 months ago

Bengal suspends all direct flights from UK from 3 Jan amid Covid surge

Live Mint  

All direct flights arriving from United Kingdom to West Bengal has been suspended from 3 January, the state government announced in an official statement on Sunday. On the airport front, all passengers coming from other non at-risk countries by international flights to West Bengal have to mandatorily undergo a Covid test upon arrival at their cost. The airlines will randomly …

International Flights Won’t Resume on December 15, India Revises Order Amid Omicron Threat
3 years, 3 months ago

International Flights Won’t Resume on December 15, India Revises Order Amid Omicron Threat

News 18  

The Centre on Wednesday decided to postpone the resumption of scheduled international flights from December 15 citing “evolving global scenario” in the wake of the Omicron threat. The emergence of the new Covid variant, Omicron, first found in southern Africa has sparked a global alarm, with several countries shutting borders and imposing travel restrictions. The Centre on November 28 revised …

India defers resumption of international flights with an eye on Covid-19 variants
3 years, 3 months ago

India defers resumption of international flights with an eye on Covid-19 variants

Hindustan Times  

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Wednesday delayed the resumption of scheduled commercial international passenger airline services to or from India, mentioning that it will notify its decision on the same in due time. In a meeting late last month, the central government had announced that commercial international flights shall resume from December 15, after a long hiatus of …

Coronavirus updates | November 28, 2021
3 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus updates | November 28, 2021

The Hindu  

The Netherlands confirmed 13 cases of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus on Sunday and Australia found two as the countries half a world apart became the latest to detect it in travelers arriving from southern Africa. - PTI National Government to review decision on restarting international flights, SOP for incoming passengers The government on Sunday decided to review …

Delhi CM urges PM Modi to stop flights from Omicron-affected countries
3 years, 3 months ago

Delhi CM urges PM Modi to stop flights from Omicron-affected countries

India Today  

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to put a stop to incoming flights from countries affected by the new Omicron variant of coronavirus. I have requested Hon’ble PM to immediately stop flights from those countries which are affected by new variant. pic.twitter.com/UyokSGcFhU — Arvind Kejriwal November 28, 2021 "We should do everything possible …

Narendra Modi to chair meet on COVID-19 situation with top government officials at 10.30 am
3 years, 3 months ago

Narendra Modi to chair meet on COVID-19 situation with top government officials at 10.30 am

Firstpost  

The prime minister’s meeting comes amid rising global concern about the B.1.1.529 strain of the coronavirus, now called ‘Omicron’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting with top government officials on the COVID-19 situation and vaccination at 10:30 am today. The meeting comes amid rising global concern about the B.1.1.529 strain of the coronavirus, which the World Health Organisation …

India to resume scheduled international flights from December 15, says Aviation Ministry
3 years, 3 months ago

India to resume scheduled international flights from December 15, says Aviation Ministry

Firstpost  

Scheduled international flights have been suspended in India since March 23 last year due to COVID-19. New Delhi: Scheduled international flights to and from India will be resumed from December 15, the Civil Aviation Ministry said on Friday. Scheduled international flights have been suspended in India since March 23 last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In an order, the …

India to resume scheduled international flights from December 15
3 years, 3 months ago

India to resume scheduled international flights from December 15

India TV News  

Highlights Decision was finalised after consultation with MHA, MEA and Health ministry Special international passenger flights have been operating since July last year Scheduled international flights have been suspended in India since March 23 last year Scheduled international flights have been suspended in India since March 23 last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, special international passenger flights have …

International flights to resume from December 15: Govt
3 years, 3 months ago

International flights to resume from December 15: Govt

India Today  

Commercial international flights to and from India will be resumed from December 15, civil aviation ministry said on Friday. In an order, the Ministry of Civil Aviation stated: "The matter of resumption of scheduled commercial international passenger services to and from India has been examined in consultation with the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Ministry of External Affairs and the …

International flight operations in India likely to return to normal by December-end
3 years, 3 months ago

International flight operations in India likely to return to normal by December-end

Firstpost  

New Delhi: International passenger flight services are expected to be normalised “very soon” and possibly by the end of this year, Civil Aviation Secretary Rajiv Bansal said on Wednesday. Scheduled international passenger flights to and from India remain suspended since March 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Under an air bubble arrangement between two countries, international passenger flights can be operated …

International flight services to return to normal possibly by the end of year: Centre
3 years, 3 months ago

International flight services to return to normal possibly by the end of year: Centre

India TV News  

Highlights Scheduled international passenger flights to and from India remain suspended since March 2020 India has air bubble arrangements with more than 25 countries for operating international flights Normalisation of international flights is expected "very soon", Bansal said International passenger flight services are expected to be normalised "very soon" and possibly by the end of this year, Civil Aviation Secretary …

Suspension of international flights extended till November 30
3 years, 4 months ago

Suspension of international flights extended till November 30

India TV News  

The ongoing suspension on international flights to and from India has been extended till November 30, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said. International Scheduled flights can be allowed in case of an exception, such as on selected routes by the competent authority on case to case basis, as per the advisory. "This restriction shall not apply to international all-cargo …

India extends ban on scheduled international flights till 30 November
3 years, 4 months ago

India extends ban on scheduled international flights till 30 November

Live Mint  

Amid ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Director General of Civil Aviation on Friday extended the suspension on scheduled international passenger flights till 30 November, 2021. "In partial modification of circular dated 26-06-2020, the competent authority has further extended the validity of circular issued on the subject cited above regarding Scheduled International commercial passenger services to/from India till 2359 hrs IST of 31st …

DGCA extends suspension on scheduled international passenger flights till end of October
3 years, 5 months ago

DGCA extends suspension on scheduled international passenger flights till end of October

Firstpost  

The DGCA circular also said that the suspension does not affect the operation of international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by it. New Delhi: The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights have been extended till 31 October, India’s aviation regulator DGCA said on Tuesday. “However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority …

Suspension of international flights extended till October 31
3 years, 5 months ago

Suspension of international flights extended till October 31

India TV News  

The ongoing suspension on international flights to and from India has been extended till October 31, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said. International Scheduled flights can be allowed in case of an exception, such as on selected routes by the competent authority on case to case basis, as per the advisory. "This restriction shall not apply to international all-cargo …

Govt extends suspension of international flights to and from India till September 30
3 years, 6 months ago

Govt extends suspension of international flights to and from India till September 30

India TV News  

The ongoing suspension on international flights to and from India is extended till September 30, the government issued a notification on Sunday. International Scheduled flights can be allowed in case of an exception, such as on selected routes by the competent authority on case to case basis, as per the advisory. However, International Scheduled flights may be allowed on selected …

Canada Extends Ban On Direct Flights From India Over Concerns Of Covid Infection In South Asia
3 years, 7 months ago

Canada Extends Ban On Direct Flights From India Over Concerns Of Covid Infection In South Asia

ABP News  

New Delhi: Even as countries globally have started lifting travel restrictions, Canada remains jittery and extended its ban on direct flights from India till September 21 due to risks posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to news agency ANI. Canada decided to extend the ban on direct passenger flights from India until September 21 in view of the South Asian …

Economy-Class Fares on International Flights from India on Rise: Check New Prices Here
3 years, 7 months ago

Economy-Class Fares on International Flights from India on Rise: Check New Prices Here

News 18  

Average economy-class fares on international flights operating on key routes connecting India have risen significantly during the last one month due to high demand, according to data from EaseMyTrip.com. The travel website's data shows that average economy class fare on a flight heading from Delhi in India to Newark in the US increased from Rs 69,034 in July to Rs …

India-UAE flights to remain suspended till 2 August: Etihad Airways
3 years, 7 months ago

India-UAE flights to remain suspended till 2 August: Etihad Airways

Live Mint  

National carrier Etihad Airways on Monday informed that flights from India to the United Arab Emirates will remain suspended till 2 August. In line with the UAE government directives, the country's flagship carrier Emirates has also extended its suspension of flights to Dubai from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka till 28. "UAE Nationals, holders of UAE Golden Visas and …

COVID-19: Oman suspends flights from 24 countries including India, Pakistan and Singapore
3 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19: Oman suspends flights from 24 countries including India, Pakistan and Singapore

Firstpost  

The flights have been suspended until further notice and the decision was taken as part of the country’s measures to contain the coronavirus pandemic Dubai: Oman on Thursday indefinitely suspended passengers flights from 24 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, as part of the Gulf nation’s efforts to arrest the spread of the coronavirus. The flights have been suspended until …

Scheduled international passenger flights to remain suspended till 31 July
3 years, 8 months ago

Scheduled international passenger flights to remain suspended till 31 July

Firstpost  

India has formed air bubble pacts with around 24 countries, including the US, the UK, the UAE, Kenya, Bhutan and France New Delhi: The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till 31 July, aviation regulator DGCA said on Wednesday. “However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case-to-case …

India extends ban on international flights till July 31
3 years, 8 months ago

India extends ban on international flights till July 31

India Today  

Indian aviation regulator DGCA on Wednesday said the suspension of scheduled international commercial passenger flights will continue till midnight on July 31. International scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case to case basis, the circular issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said. The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights was …

Hong Kong bans flights from ‘high risk’ UK to curb virus
3 years, 8 months ago

Hong Kong bans flights from ‘high risk’ UK to curb virus

Al Jazeera  

Ban comes amid heightened tensions between the UK and China over semi-autonomous Hong Kong, a former British colony. Hong Kong will ban all passenger flights from the UK starting Thursday as it seeks to curb the spread of new variants of the coronavirus. The ban comes amid heightened tensions between the UK and China over semi-autonomous Hong Kong, which was …

coronavirus live updates june 24, 2021
3 years, 8 months ago

coronavirus live updates june 24, 2021

The Hindu  

After registering a drop on June 22, the number of doses administered improved again on the third day since the government’s revised vaccine policy came into action. This study was completed before the emergence of the Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2 now dominating in the U.K. New Delhi More than 1.89 crore unutilised Covid vaccine doses available with states/UTs: Govt More …

DGCA extends ban on international flights till 30 June due to COVID-19 situation
3 years, 9 months ago

DGCA extends ban on international flights till 30 June due to COVID-19 situation

Firstpost  

Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since 23 March, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic New Delhi: The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till 30 June, aviation regulator DGCA said on Friday. Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since 23 March, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. But special …

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights extended till June 30
3 years, 9 months ago

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights extended till June 30

India TV News  

Suspension of scheduled international passenger flights extended till June 30 Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since March 23, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. But special international flights have been operating under the Vande Bharat Mission since May 2020, and under bilateral "air bubble" arrangements with select countries since July 2020. The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled …

India extends ban on international flights till June-end
3 years, 9 months ago

India extends ban on international flights till June-end

Live Mint  

The Central Government on Friday extended the ban on international commercial flights till 30 June, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said in a circular. "In partial modification of circular dated 26-06-2020, the competent authority has further extended the validity of circular issued on the subject cited above regarding Scheduled International commercial passenger services to/from India till 2359 hrs 1ST …

Ban on International Passenger Flights Extended Till June 30, Travel to Continue Under Air Bubbles
3 years, 9 months ago

Ban on International Passenger Flights Extended Till June 30, Travel to Continue Under Air Bubbles

News 18  

The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till June 30, Indian aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation said on Friday. But special international flights have been operating under the Vande Bharat Mission since May and under bilateral “air bubble" arrangements with selected countries since July. Under an air bubble pact between two countries, special international …

Arvind Kejriwal urges Centre to cancel flights from Singapore over virus strain ’very dangerous’ for kids
3 years, 10 months ago

Arvind Kejriwal urges Centre to cancel flights from Singapore over virus strain ’very dangerous’ for kids

Live Mint  

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday requested the central government to suspend flights to and from Singapore with immediate effect as he warned of a possible new strain of the novel coronavirus detected in the city state that is suspected to affect children. The chief minister’s statement was however dismissed by the Singapore government statement which said that the …

British Airways cabin crew ‘not turning up for flights to India’ amid record-breaking coronavirus spike
3 years, 10 months ago

British Airways cabin crew ‘not turning up for flights to India’ amid record-breaking coronavirus spike

The Independent  

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When will international flights resume in India? Know all the details here
3 years, 10 months ago

When will international flights resume in India? Know all the details here

India Today  

As the second wave continues to spread in the country, Indian airlines have seen a sharp cut in their seat capacities. India has been banned by many countries and domestic flights have also witnessed fewer passengers in recent times. Last Sunday, the aviation ministry saw just 87,372 travelers take to the skies across India, the lowest point since last August, …

COVID-19 2nd Wave: List of Countries Announcing Flight Ban and Travel Restrictions from India
3 years, 10 months ago

COVID-19 2nd Wave: List of Countries Announcing Flight Ban and Travel Restrictions from India

News 18  

As India is battling the massive surge in coronavirus cases during the second wave of COVID-19, a lot of countries have resorted on travel ban from the country. Here’s a list: HONG KONG – While India doesn’t have an air bubble agreement with Hong Kong, many flights were operated as part of Mission Vande Bharat to repatriate stranded Indians. Earlier …

Ban on flights from India, 16 other countries extended
3 years, 10 months ago

Ban on flights from India, 16 other countries extended

NL Times  

A ban on passenger flights from India which was set to expire on Saturday was extended until May 15. The Dutch government issued the decision on Friday evening, also announcing the extension of flight bans regarding South Africa and South America. The India flight ban began on April 26, though days earlier the Cabinet had denied such a ban was …

India extends ban on all international flights till May 31
3 years, 10 months ago

India extends ban on all international flights till May 31

The Hindu  

The Director General of Civil Aviation on Friday extended the suspension on international flights from/to India till May 31. Scheduled international flights have been banned in the country since March 23, 2020, though flights to foreign destinations are permitted under special bilateral air bubbles India has entered into with 27 countries. In an order on travel and visa restrictions related …

DGCA extends suspension of scheduled international passenger flights till May 31
3 years, 10 months ago

DGCA extends suspension of scheduled international passenger flights till May 31

India TV News  

The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till May 31 amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said on Friday. However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case-to-case basis, the DGCA added. Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since March 23 last …

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