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Trichy MP Durai Vaiko has urged the Airports Authority of India to allocate Rs350 crore for extending the Trichy International Airport's runway to accommodate widebody aircraft. This expansion is crucial for enhancing passenger and cargo handling capacity and realizing the full potential of the new integrated passenger terminal.

In a troubling turn of events, Paris finds itself at the center of a child abuse controversy, with reports surpassing 100 allegations of mistreatment and sexual assault within schools. Fueled by the Gisèle Pelicot case, concerned parents are pushing for thorough investigations and accountability from authorities.

A mysterious glowing contrail over Odisha was identified as the trail of a successfully tested advanced Agni missile. The Indian Ministry of Defence confirmed the flight trial of an Agni missile equipped with a MIRV system, demonstrating India's capability to strike multiple strategic targets with a single missile platform.

China has imposed a 40-day ban on civil aviation over a vast airspace near Shanghai, sparking speculation about military activities. The extensive, unexplained restriction, covering over 73,000 sq km, is unusual in its scale and duration, with experts suggesting it's for military exercises. This move is seen as part of China's broader strategy to assert influence in the Indo-Pacific.

Indian airlines may continue operating over Oman and Saudi Arabia, subject to conditions. The regulator said flights must not operate below FL 320, or 32,000 feet, in specified parts of these airspaces. About the nine airspaces, the DGCA asked airlines to "refrain from operating within the affected airspace...at all flight levels and altitudes".

Jodhpur Airport's commercial flights will be suspended from March 29 to April 27 due to Indian Air Force runway resurfacing. This closure, impacting air connectivity to seven major cities, is part of a three-phase upgrade. The joint-use facility's strategic importance near the western border led the IAF to prioritize maintenance.

India is set to establish its third satellite launch centre in Gujarat, with a site identified near Gir Somnath district. This move, following consultations with IN-SPACe, aims to bolster the nation's growing space sector. Gujarat is also developing a space park and a private satellite manufacturing plant, positioning the state as a key hub.

The Notice to Air Men (notam) at Nagpur airport, to keep the runway shut between 1pm and 4.30pm, has been extended and it will be in effect till July 15.The notam of three-and-a-half hours was in effect from May 15.

Following Pakistan's airspace restrictions for Indian airlines, several European carriers, including Lufthansa, Air France, British Airways, and SWISS, are now avoiding Pakistani airspace. This rerouting, prompted by safety concerns and notams indicating unavailable airways, adds up to an hour to flight times for routes like Munich-Delhi and Rome-Delhi, as airlines prioritize passenger and staff safety.

The Navi Mumbai airport's opening, initially slated for May 15 as per the Aeronautical Information Publication, has been delayed. The Airports Authority of India issued a notice to airmen (notam) indicating the airport will not be operational until August. This notice ensures pilots are aware of the airport's non-functional status, particularly in emergency landing scenarios.

Delhi airport has issued a notice to airmen (notam) for Independence Day celebrations as no landing or take-off for non-scheduled flights of schedule airlines and general aviation flights (non-scheduled charter flights) from 6am-10pm and 4pm-7pm shall be allowed.

India's aviation regulator has issued a major travel advisory, directing airlines to avoid nine airspaces in West Asia due to escalating regional tensions and safety concerns. This move impacts flights to and from the Middle East, Europe, and North America, potentially leading to longer travel times and increased costs for passengers.

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has issued a notice to airmen (notam) for Ahmedabad airport warning pilots of "kite flying in day and lighted kite flying in night in and around the airfield due to Uttarayan festival.

Pakistan has prolonged its airspace closure for Indian airlines until June 24, 2025, impacting flights to and from the west. This extension, detailed in a new notice, restricts access for Indian-registered aircraft, including military flights. While many foreign airlines now overfly Pakistan, Indian carriers from North India face longer routes due to the ongoing restrictions.

The newly commissioned parallel taxi track at Goa International Airport has been shut and a portion of its embankment has been excavated to clear up an old storm water drain. The authorities have consequently issued a notam (notice to airmen) stating that the track will be unavailable till August 29.

After numerous delays, the Navi Mumbai airport's inauguration appears set for September 30, signaled by the AAI's runway closure notice ending on September 20. Domestic flights are anticipated to commence around late October or early November. Preparations are reportedly underway to welcome the prime minister for the inauguration, marking a significant step after previous missed deadlines.

Flight restrictions have been imposed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi from 10.20 am to 12.45 pm every day until January 26 due to Republic Day preparations and celebrations. The restrictions, outlined in a Notice to Airmen (notam), apply to both arrivals and departures and affect all types of flights, including non-scheduled, scheduled, and chartered flights.

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday relaxed its ban on American airlines from overflying the airspace of Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. It has now permitted US carriers and US-registered aircraft to fly in and out of Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Sharjah and Muscat.