CHENNAI AIRPORT CUSTOMS
Indians spending a lot more on lounges, premium services at airports
Executives of airports said that the demand for shared-use lounges has gone up significantly, driven by an increase in business class and an exponential increase in complimentary lounge access programmes by credit card companies.
YouTuber earns Rs 3 cr in 2 months running gold smuggling racket at Chennai airport, arrested
A Chennai airport souvenir shop was used by a gold smuggling syndicate to smuggle 267 kg of gold worth Rs 167 crore. A former YouTuber, and his team received gold from transit passengers, passed it to receivers, and earned a Rs 3 crore commission before being busted on June 29.
Air India Express, Zoomcar partner to allow booking cars directly from airports
Zoomcar Holdings has partnered with Air India Express to offer customers the ability to book self-drive cars directly from the airport through the airline's mobile app and website in 19 cities. The collaboration provides extensive fleet options, including space for baggage with add-on packs, enhancing personalized travel experiences for guests.
Gold over Rs 70 lakh hidden in passenger's rectum seized at Trichy airport, 1.25 kg gold found in Chennai airport lavatory
Officers of the Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) at Tiruchirappalli airport in Tamil Nadu seized 977 grams of of 24K Gold valued at Rs.70.58 lakh from a passenger arriving from Dubai.
Gold’s Own Country: A lucrative trade fueled by rival gangs and high demand
In the world of gold smuggling in Kerala, intricate schemes unfold, often involving carriers from the UAE, rival gangs, and strategic maneuvers to avoid detection. This illicit trade, deeply rooted in gang rivalry and hawala transactions, thrives alongside Kerala's enduring love for gold. Despite Customs crackdowns and high import duties, smuggling persists, driven by the state's insatiable appetite for the yellow metal. The lure of profit continues to outweigh the risks, ensuring that the clandestine trade in Kerala's gold remains a lucrative enterprise.
New ICICI Bank Credit Card rules: ICICI Bank to change airport lounge access benefits, reward points rules for these 21 credit cards
ICICI Bank credit card rules: ICICI Bank is set to implement changes to the airport lounge access benefits across several of its credit cards starting from April 1, 2024.
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Noida airport ties up with TFS to set up ' world-class' lounge, food outlets
In a statement, the airport said customers can look forward to an exciting culinary experience, with a comprehensive range of specially-curated options that evoke a sense of place, celebrating the diverse and rich culinary traditions of the region.
Chennai flights disrupted due to fog
Chennai fog update: This morning, low visibility caused disruptions in flight operations at Chennai airport due to dense fog. Chengalpattu also experienced reduced visibility as fog covered the area. The India Meteorological Department predicts improved conditions for the cessation of Northeast Monsoon rains in specified regions by January 15, 2024. A social media user described the chaotic situation at Chennai airport, citing zero visibility and flight delays, expressing frustration about their delayed departure.
Chennai Airport Customs seize narcotic substances worth Rs. 12 crores, one arrested
Chennai Airport Customs seized 1201g of Cocaine valued at Rs. 12 crores, arresting one passenger from Nigeria arriving via Addis Ababa. Concealed in his body, 71 bundles of the narcotic substance were found during examination. The seizure, under the Customs Act, led to the arrest, with ongoing investigations by Air Customs officials.
In bizarre bike snatching, Rapido Captain left stranded as customer speeds away
A Rapido bike rider, referred to as a Captain, has lodged a complaint with the Panjagutta police in Hyderabad, asserting that a customer who had booked a ride stole his bike after sending him to purchase food. The incident, as reported by the Times of India, transpired on the night of November 30. As of now, the perpetrator remains unlocated.
Airlines cancel more than 650 flights due to Cyclone Michaung
India's airlines cancelled over 650 flights between Monday and Tuesday due to heavy rains in Chennai and Cyclone Michaung in Andhra Pradesh. IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, and Vistara all cancelled flights. Vistara managed the situation efficiently, removing aircraft from the airport before closure, minimizing inconvenience to customers. The airport is expected to reopen soon, with 1,500 passengers inside.
Air India Express increasing domestic flight connections from Mangaluru
Air India Express (AIE) is set to elevate the travel experience with the launch of two new flights connecting Bengaluru to Mangaluru. Commencing from Wednesday, November 15, the winter schedule is designed to enhance connectivity, not only between these two cities but also extending to Chennai, Kannur, Thiruvananthapuram, and Varanasi, according to a statement from the Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) released on Tuesday.
Akasa Air halts flights from Bengaluru to two cities, more cancellation likely
Akasa Air, the crisis-hit domestic carrier, has temporarily suspended its flights from Bengaluru to Chennai and Hyderabad due to operational reasons. This sudden suspension has left passengers waiting for refunds and expressing dissatisfaction on social media platforms. Cancelled flights and rescheduling on the Bengaluru-Kochi route have also caused inconvenience to passengers.
India-Pakistan ICC World Cup: It's raining charters at Ahmedabad airport
The Ahmedabad airport has run out of parking slots for private jets, said a person in the know. It's giving conditional approval to some of these jets and asking the rest to park at other airports such as Surat and Mumbai.
Cathay Pacific to resume direct flights between Chennai and Hong Kong from Feb '24
Cathay Pacific, the Hong Kong-based airline, will resume non-stop weekly flights between Chennai and Hong Kong from February 2024. The airline plans to use Boeing 777 aircraft to provide a comfortable travel experience. The flights will operate on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays from Chennai to Hong Kong, and on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from Hong Kong to Chennai.
Project Abhinandan: Air India rolls out initiative to provide personalised on-ground experience to passengers
Air India has launched 'Project Abhinandan' to enhance the on-ground experience for its passengers. Specially trained Service Assurance Officers will be stationed at 16 major airports in India to provide support and assistance to Air India guests. These officers will proactively engage with passengers, troubleshoot any issues, and address unforeseen problems such as missed flights or delayed baggage delivery. The initiative aims to simplify the airport experience and make passengers feel at ease and welcomed when flying with Air India. Over 100 Service Assurance Officers have already been recruited and deployed across airports.
India will have 230-240 airports by 2030: Jyotiraditya Scindia
"In 2013-14, there were 6 crore passengers; now the airlines are carrying about 14.5 crore passengers (annually). Pre-Covid, our high was about 420,000 passengers a day. In the non-peak season this year, we crossed 460,000 on a single day. This indicates a new demand surge in the sector. Also, the fleet size of aircraft grew from sub-400 in 2014 to about 700 now. So, there has been a 75% increase in the number of aircraft in nine years," Scindia said.
Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore airports on alert after seizure of exotic snakes
Extra vigil is in place in airports across Tamil Nadu after the seizure of the exotic animals at the Chennai airport
India gets more space as Sri Lanka amends aviation law
Sri Lanka may allow the participation of private companies in ground handling at the airports at the initial stage, said people familiar with the matter.
PM Narendra Modi meets specially-abled BJP worker in Chennai, clicks "a special selfie"
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi clicked a selfie with BJP worker Thiru S. Manikandan on his visit to Chennai to inaugurate developmental projects worth INR 5,200 crores. Manikandan is a disabled booth president from Erode who runs his own shop and donates a substantial portion of his profits to BJP. Modi congratulated him for his commitment to the party and his inspiring life journey.
Air India cabin crew caught smuggling gold under their uniform. Read here
Shafi Sharaf, a member of the Air India cabin crew, was caught in Kerala for attempting to smuggle gold. After arriving in Kochi from Bahrain, he was detained by police.
Wasim Akram recalls wife’s tragic death in Chennai; “I did not have an Indian visa”
Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram shared an emotional tale about his late wife during a discussion of his autobiography ‘Sultan: A Memoir’.
Customs dept closely monitoring toy imports, newer modus operandi adopted to circumvent BIS norms: CBIC
The CBIC on Saturday said the customs department is closely monitoring import of toys and continuously tackling newer modus operandi adopted to circumvent the quality control and safety norms. The government earlier this week said 18,600 toys have been seized in the last one month from major retail stores, including those of Hamleys and Archies, at airports and malls across India for lack of BIS quality mark and use of fake licences.
IndiGo launches 168 weekly flights to new Goa airport
The airline will operate these flights between Mopa and 8 domestic destinations like Hyderabad, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Pune, Jaipur, and Ahmedabad.
Varanasi becomes the first airport in Uttar Pradesh to enjoy ultrafast 5G service
Airtel customers can now enjoy blazing fast speeds on their mobile phones allowing them to access superfast High-Definition video streaming, gaming, multiple chatting, instant uploading of photos and more while at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. We are in the process of augmenting the network further to make our services available across Varanasi.
Name game: 29 airports, terminals named after eminent persons
As many as 29 airports and terminals in the country have been named after eminent personalities and dignitaries, with the latest one being the Shaheed Bhagat Singh international airport in Chandigarh. There are a total of 24 airports and 5 terminals that are named after eminent personalities/ dignitaries, according to a list received by PTI through an RTI application.
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