Amid a surge in hoax bomb threats targeting Indian airlines, officials from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) met with airline representatives to address concerns about disruptions and security challenges during the festive season. BCAS Director General Zulfiqar Hasan reassured airlines of the solid safety protocols in place and encouraged passengers to fly without fear. Nearly 70 flights have been affected by these hoax bomb threats, leading to delays, inconvenience, and financial losses, with the government actively investigating and considering increased security measures.
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Encounter breaks out between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
An encounter occurred between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, starting in the morning during an anti-Naxalite operation in a forest near Bhejji police station. The gunfight is still ongoing, with preliminary reports suggesting that some Naxalites have been killed. Further details are yet to be confirmed. Full Article
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