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Cracks on runway, water stagnation — lapses DGCA noted in notice to Kozhikode airport in 2019

The show-cause notice noted cracks and excessive rubber deposits along the runway on which the AI Express plane crashed Friday, killing at least 18 people.

Suspension of international flights extended till 31 August, says DGCA

This restriction will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the DGCA.

DGCA permits landing of helicopters at helipads of AIIMS Rishikesh

It will become easier to airlift the sick, injured from remote hill areas directly to the health facility, trauma surgeon at the AIIMS-Rishikesh, Madhur Uniyal, said.

International flights suspended till 31 July, some on selected routes may be allowed: DGCA

The aviation regulator modified its previous circular that stated the suspension will be till 15 July. International flights were suspended in India on 23 March.

DGCA sends show-cause notice to AirAsia India’s executive after pilot flags safety violations

Gaurav Taneja, a pilot with Air Asia India, alleged violations of safety norms by the low-cost airline on his YouTube channel called Flying Beast.

DGCA issues new rules for airlines, cabin crew on handling unruly passengers

Aviation regulator DGCA said the new procedures in place amid the Covid pandemic may lead to a rise in disputes between passengers & cabin crew members.

Bombay High Court allows airlines to fill middle seats on flights

The Bombay HC bench also said that airlines should strictly comply with DGCA's guidelines on measures to prevent the spread of Covid.

Govt issues draft rules for manufacturing, using drones, includes DGCA nod

The draft rules stated that only Nano class drones will be allowed to operate in India & a 'qualified remote pilot' will be permitted to operate heavier drones.

DGCA tells airlines to keep middle seat vacant in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak

If a flyer has been allotted the middle seat, 'additional protective equipment like wrap-around gown of the Ministry of Textile approved standards' is a must, according to the DGCA order.

International flight operations to remain suspended till 30 June midnight: DGCA

Domestic passenger flight services have already resumed after a hiatus of two months since the lockdown was announced on 25 March.

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Government allows export of onions to six countries, sets buffer stock target

The government had imposed an export prohibition in order to ensure adequate domestic availability of onions in the country.

Germany removes restrictions, India can now buy small arms from its firms

Germany’s erstwhile Christian Democratic Union govt, led by Angela Merkel, prevented sale of small arms to police forces in states they perceived had ‘bad human rights record’.

Frontrunner is letting the challenger define this poll campaign. Modi still hasn’t found a big theme

A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.