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The expansion of Surat International Airport is a long-standing project, and recent statements from the Union civil aviation minister of state, Murlidhar Mohol, have shed light on the current land requirement for the project. Amidst the controversy surrounding the cancellation of land reservation for the airport expansion, Rajya Sabha MP
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In a series of raids at the Chhattrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, Customs officials have seized hydroponic marijuana worth Rs 7.25 crore and arrested three individuals attempting to smuggle the contraband into the country. The operations, conducted over the past few days, resulted in the seizure of
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Customs officers at Hong Kong International Airport detected a drug trafficking case involving baggage concealment and seized approximately 12 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds with an estimated market value of around $2.5 million. The case involves a 39-year-old male passenger who arrived in Hong Kong from Bangkok, Thailand. During
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Travellers passing through Manchester Airport have found themselves embroiled in smuggling scandals, with some attempting to smuggle large quantities of cannabis and other illicit substances past security. A series of high-profile cases has come to light, shedding light on the tactics used by some individuals to evade detection. These stories
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A 25-year-old university law student, Sage-Ahliea Gold, was reduced to tears as she was sentenced to 16 months in prison for attempting to smuggle £150,000 worth of heroin through Edinburgh Airport. The student, who was studying for a law degree at the University of Greenwich, had flown from New
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In a significant milestone, the Dongguan-Hong Kong International Airport Center has efficiently handled a large batch of cross-border e-commerce goods, leveraging its "one-stop" customs, aviation security inspection, and palletizing procedures. This cutting-edge logistics project has attracted numerous Hong Kong public warehouse companies and international airlines, solidifying its position
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During a four-day operation from July 15 to 20, Mumbai Airport Customs officials made a significant seizure of hydroponic weed and cough syrup containing codeine phosphate, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat the illicit drug trade. The seizures were made in four separate cases, involving a total of four passengers
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EasyJet has launched its summer 2026 sale, releasing "millions" of tickets for travel next year. The tickets are based on a dynamic pricing model and are limited in number, prompting customers to act quickly to grab the best deals. The sale offers a wide range of destinations, including
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In a chaotic scene played out at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on a stormy Monday morning, an Air India flight from Kochi experienced a runway excursion while landing. Although all passengers and crew members were safe, the incident led to the grounding of the aircraft
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Ryanair's chief executive, Michael O'Leary, has stated that the airline is considering increasing a bonus paid to staff for identifying passengers' oversized luggage. The current bonus is around €1.50 per intercepted bag, capped at approximately €80 per staff member per month. The move comes
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Approximately 70 suitcases containing essential items were left behind in Bristol when Ryanair flight FR4757 unexpectedly delayed due to a security-related issue. Passengers were left without their checked luggage, including critical medical items, upon arriving in the Canary Islands. The incident highlights the importance of robust procedures in managing baggage
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As the winter season approaches, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is poised to become a crucial global gateway, with Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways set to increase connections to the Middle East. The airlines will add more flights per day and destinations to cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi,
