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Topic: Flights

Why the odds of catching Covid on a flight are slim

Factoring in variables like the odds of being seated near someone in the infectious stage, and the protection of masks, analysts say chances of getting the virus are slim.

No passenger flights to operate to Kolkata from Delhi, Mumbai & 4 cities from 6-19 July

The move comes after the request of the state government to restrict incoming flights from cities with high coronavirus cases in order to contain the spread of the infection.

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.

Beijing eases flight ban day after US suspends passenger flights from Chinese airlines

In early January, there were about 325 scheduled flights a week between China and the US, but that slid to only 20 a week by mid-February.

UK considers ‘air bridges’ with low-risk countries amid calls to ease quarantine rules

New rules, which take effect on 8 June, direct that arrivals in Britain will have to self-isolate for 14 days. Businesses warn it could devastate the industry.

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.

To fly or not to fly — tips from experts on how to minimize risk

Simple hygiene tips, specific knowledge about your airport and plane & the ‘'heirarchy of control' method can help minimize risks of Covid-19 during flights.

Modi govt turns on air-travel sign. Cabin crew, coronavirus, chaos, prepare for take-off

Just like 9/11 changed how people flew, Covid has brought in more automation and low-touch systems at airports. Health checks will be as important as security checks.

Inter-state movement curbs: Are Indian states being paranoid or practical during Covid?

Karnataka CM B.S. Yediyurappa has said there is no ban on flights and trains to the state, a day after after his govt banned flights from certain states after a spike in Covid cases.

China’s ‘Wuhan’s spirit’ and a lesson for Yogi Adityanath

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On Camera

No insult to Ayurveda. AIIMS an attempt to bring good standards of medical education—Amrit Kaur

On 18 February 1956, 'Rajkumari' Amrit Kaur, India's first health minister, moved the Bill in Lok Sabha for the establishment of AIIMS in Delhi. She wanted it to have the powers and functions of a university because it will 'probably make revolutionary changes in curriculum as well as in modes of teaching'.

Cash-strapped Karnataka hikes fuel tax by Rs 3/l, could earn Rs 2,500-3,000 cr more per yr

Move to bring down differences in commodity prices with neighbouring states, says government. Oppn, dealers blame it on welfare, Congress's guarantees.

With an eye on China, IAF expands taxi track at Leh airport, new shelters being built

Expanded taxi track is smaller than those meant for civilian operations, but is long enough for fighters & military transport aircraft to operate.

Sangh wants BJP to know it’s not dispensable. It’s a rap on the knuckles, nothing more

Occasional lovers’ tiffs have marked history of RSS-BJP relations. To think that Nagpur will bring about any change in leadership is a misreading of both its intent and its power.