CANCELS
Yatra hasn't refunded you for COVID-19 flight cancellations? It has got an order to speed up
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has instructed Yatra to expedite pending refunds for flight cancellations during the COVID-19 lockdown. Yatra must establish dedicated seats at the National Consumer Helpline for contacting passengers and has made significant progress in reducing pending refund bookings, refunding 87% of owed amounts. Other major travel platforms have completed all COVID-19-related refunds.
SC quashes decision of Bengal authorities to cancel contract, terms it classic case of arbitrariness
The bench referred to the fact that the decision to cancel the contract was taken purportedly at the behest of a minister. The top court had reserved the judgement on May 8. While reserving the verdict, the bench had said the contracts awarding work to private parties should not be cancelled without assigning reasons.
Heavy rains throw Mumbai air traffic out of gear
Heavy monsoon rains in Mumbai caused significant disruption to transportation, affecting roads, railways, and air travel. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) experienced major disruptions, with 27 flights diverted and over 50 flights canceled. The rainfall and low visibility led to runway operations being suspended from 2:22 am to 3:40 am on Monday, August 7, 2024. CSMIA is working to manage the diverted flights and advised passengers to check their flight status early via airline websites or apps due to ongoing weather-related delays.
No mass malpractice, NEET cancellation to hurt honest students: Centre to SC
The Centre and NTA urged the Supreme Court to uphold NEET (UG) 2024, citing no large-scale irregularities. Canceling would affect genuine candidates, they said. The Supreme Court will take up the petitions on Monday.
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Cancellation of NEET UG would be counterproductive, harmful to larger public interest:NTA to SC
The National Testing Agency (NTA) informed the Supreme Court on Friday that cancelling the contentious NEET-UG 2024 examination would be significantly detrimental to public interest and the future prospects of successful candidates. The NTA emphasized that the alleged leak incident does not impact the overall examination conducted on May 5 and that only a small number of candidates were involved, as determined by investigating agencies.
RBI cancels licence of Varanasi-based Banaras Merchantile Co-op Bank
RBI cancels Banaras Merchantile Co-operative Bank's license citing financial instability. Depositors to receive up to Rs 5 lakh from DICGC. Bank lacks capital and earning prospects, leading to liquidation.
Outer Range Season 3: All you may want to know
Amazon Prime Video cancels "Outer Range" after two seasons. This means Season 3 will not happen. The series starred Josh Brolin and featured a mystery centered around a dark void. Despite solid reviews and high rankings, it ends abruptly.
Over 50 successful NEET-UG candidates move SC for direction against any move to cancel exam
Over 50 Gujarat-based NEET-UG candidates have filed a fresh plea with the Supreme Court, requesting a direction to prevent the Centre and the National Testing Agency from cancelling the controversial exam. The plea also seeks a direction to the Union Education Ministry to investigate and take strict action against students who engaged in unfair practices such as paper leaks and impersonation.
Copenhagen-Delhi flight on Jun 30 cancelled due to operational, tech reasons: Air India
Air India's flight from Copenhagen to Delhi on June 30 was cancelled due to technical and operational reasons, leaving passengers stranded in Copenhagen. The airline assured that efforts were made to minimise inconvenience, with passengers being accommodated in hotels and offered full refund or rescheduling options. The revised schedule will be announced soon.
WestJet Airlines strike to continue until deal reached with mechanics, union says
Bret Oestreich, president of the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, said the two sides will reconvene with a mediator on Sunday. The union represents around 680 workers at WestJet, including aircraft maintenance engineers, who went on strike Friday after 97% of its members rejected a pay deal reached in May. "All we want to do is to go back to the table," said Oestreich. "The strike will be in effect until we get an agreement."
Delhi airport T1 shutdown: Over 20 flights cancelled on Saturday
Following the roof collapse incident, the operations at T1 were suspended on Friday. The flights that were to be operated from the terminal have been shifted to Terminal 2 (T2) and Terminal 3 (T3). On Friday, Delhi airport operator DIAL said it has set up a technical committee to probe the roof collapse at the airport's Terminal 1.
Canadian airline WestJet cancels at least 150 flights following a surprise strike by mechanics union
The strike came after the federal government issued a ministerial order for binding arbitration on Thursday. That followed two weeks of turbulent discussions with the union on a new deal. On Thursday, WestJet said the union "confirmed they will abide by the direction. Given this, a strike or lockout will not occur, and the airline will no longer proceed in cancelling flights".
Delhi Airport Terminal Collapse: Operations halted at T1, at least 130 flights canceled
A canopy collapse at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 1 led to a suspension of operations, affecting 128 flights. Passengers were redirected to Terminals 2 and 3. The Civil Aviation Ministry set up a "war room" for crisis management. Authorities are investigating, with steps planned to prevent future incidents. Airlines and the airport are managing increased traffic at the remaining terminals.
1 dead, 6 injured as roof collapses at Delhi Airport; Terminal 1 sees 123 flight cancellations
At least one person was killed and six others injured after a portion of the roof in the departure area of Delhi airport's Terminal 1 collapsed amid record rain. The tubular structure crushed cars, including cabs, shutting off entry into the building and leaving passengers stranded. Flights to and from the terminal at Indira Gandhi International Airport, one of the busiest in the world, were cancelled.
Ensure there is no abnormal surge in airfares for Delhi flights, govt tells airlines
The civil aviation ministry has requested airlines to avoid an abnormal surge in airfares for flights to and from Delhi due to the suspension of operations at Delhi airport's Terminal 1 following a roof collapse incident. The closure has led to flight cancellations and operations being shifted to Terminals 2 and 3.
NEET cancelled or NET? Here's what education ministry said about new exam dates and all latest updates
The Ministry of Education addressed concerns over NTA-administered exams, including NEET-UG, JEE, CUET, and NET. Amid calls for NEET cancellation, confusion arose after UGC-NET's sudden cancellation. The Ministry cited integrity concerns from I4C, leading to UGC-NET's cancellation. NEET issues like grace marks and paper leaks in Bihar were discussed, with investigations ongoing. NTA, overseeing exams for over 1 crore candidates, adjusts processes based on feedback and past experiences.
"When will NEET be cancelled?": Congress urges PM Modi to "take responsibility" for stopping paper leak
Indian National Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in a post on X referred to the cancellation of the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) as a "victory of spirit" of millions of students.
Travel Insurance: What you need to know before you plan your next international trip
Travel insurance provides coverage for travel risks, including medical support, flight cancellations, and emergency evacuation. It is not always mandatory but advisable for international travel. Policies include trip-wise insurance and group travel insurance.
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