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The Hindu
a day ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Yoga can help in creating a healthy nation, says Union Minister Suresh Gopi
Union Minister of State for Tourism Suresh Gopi said here on Saturday (June 21, 2025) that yoga should become a habit among the people aimed at creating a healthy nation. Also read | International Yoga Day LIVE updates Good health is key for the development of the country. Yoga is the only way to achieve it, he said at the International Day of Yoga programme held at the Bolghatty Palace event centre here. Senior citizens and children were among those who attended the Yoga day celebrations held at the venue. The Minister distributed tree saplings to the participants. Actor Mohanlal participated in a programme held at the Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) convention centre in Nedumbassery. Several children joined him in the display of Yoga techniques. The actor, who spoke on the occasion, urged the youth to stay away from the menace of drugs. It is like a cancer that destroys your health, he said.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Air India flight bound for Delhi makes emergency landing in Nagpur after bomb threat
A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight with 157 passengers on board made an emergency landing in Nagpur on Tuesday after receiving a bomb threat, the Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) said. The flight, which originated from Muscat, was on its way to Delhi after its scheduled stop in Kochi. The CIAL said it received the threat in its official email ID about the flight, which departed for Delhi with 157 passengers and six crew members at 9.31 am. "The information was promptly communicated to relevant authorities following which the flight made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport," the airport operator said. An IndiGo spokesperson later in a statement confirmed receiving a "security concern" pertaining to its flight and said it immediately informed the relevant authorities as per security aviation protocol. Subsequently, a Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) was convened and the threat was declared as "specific", CIAL said. "The flight safely landed at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur, and all customers disembarked," IndiGo said in the statement. The spokesperson said the airline is fully cooperating with the authorities concerned in conducting the mandatory security checks before the aircraft is cleared to resume operations.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business Standard
Bomb scare on IndiGo flight from Kochi to Delhi, makes emergency landing
A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight from Kochi was diverted to Nagpur in Maharashtra after it received a bomb threat, news agency PTI reported. The bomb squad reached the spot after a threat was issued to blow up the flight. The flight had arrived in Kochi from Muscat and departed for Delhi. Following the threat call, the aircraft made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport for inspection, the Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) said. CIAL received the threat in an email on its official ID at 9:31 am, referring to the IndiGo flight which had 157 passengers and six crew members on board. Subsequently, a Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) was formed and declared the threat as 'specific', CIAL added. "After completing the security checks, the aircraft will proceed to Delhi," it said. According to a statement from DCP Nagpur, Lohit Matani, the passengers were safely deboarded and an investigation is underway. He further added that nothing suspicious had been found so far, ANI reported. Series of recent flight bomb threats The incident follows a series of recent bomb threats affecting international and domestic flights. Earlier on June 15, a Lufthansa flight to Hyderabad made a mid-air U-turn to Frankfurt due to a bomb threat. An official from Hyderabad airport confirmed on Monday that the threat was received while the aircraft was still outside Indian airspace. A bomb threat email targeting Lufthansa flight LH 752 was received at the Hyderabad airport at 6:01 pm on June 15. A bomb threat assessment committee was formed and all procedures were followed as per SOP. The airline was advised to divert back to the origin or the nearest suitable airport, news agency ANI reported. Lufthansa later said the passengers were provided with overnight accommodation and standard protocol was followed. Separately, it was reported earlier that an Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai faced a technical glitch and passengers were deplaned at a scheduled halt in Kolkata. On June 13, a Delhi-bound Air India flight from Thailand's Phuket also received a bomb threat. The Air India flight AI 379, which had departed Phuket at 9:30 am, made an emergency landing on the island after the threat was reported mid-flight. These repeated incidents have raised concerns over aviation security, prompting authorities to reinforce threat response protocols across airports and airline operators in India.
Mint
5 days ago
- Mint
Muscat-Delhi IndiGo flight makes ‘emergency landing' in Nagpur after bomb threat
An IndiGo flight 6E 2706 from Muscat to Delhi via Kochi made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport after a bomb threat was received, an official said on Tuesday. 'All passengers have been deboarded, investigation is underway, nothing suspicious has been found so far,' DCP Nagpur Lohit Matani told new agency ANI. The Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) told PTI that a bomb threat was received on Tuesdaywith regard to an Indigo flight which arrived here from Muscat and departed for Delhi, prompting it to make an emergency landing at Nagpur airport for undergoing inspection,. It said that the threat was received on its official email ID about the Indigo flight which departed for Delhi with 157 passengers and six crew at 9.31 am. Subsequently, a Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) was convened and the threat was declared as "specific", CIAL said. "The information was promptly communicated to relevant authorities following which the flight made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport and is currently undergoing inspection. "After completing the security checks, the aircraft will proceed to Delhi," it said. (With inputs from agencies)
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Kerala's Cochin airport to get threat detection system under Rs2,000 million project
Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL) is making a bold stride into the future with the launch of CIAL 2.0, a landmark initiative designed to completely digitise airport operations and enhance passenger experiences through artificial intelligence, automation, and robust cybersecurity. The Rs2,000 million transformation was launched by Shri. Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala and Chairman of CIAL on May 19. "Cochin International Airport is embracing the future with CIAL 2.0 — a visionary leap into digital transformation that puts intelligence at the heart of every operation. These projects, envisaged as per the directions of the Chairman and board of directors, are part of a comprehensive upgrade of CIAL's digital backbone, including the safeguarding of digital infrastructure, enhancement of security and operational efficiency, introduction of next-generation security systems, and improved passenger convenience through AI-driven solutions," read the statement by S. Suhas IAS, Managing Director, CIAL. Detecting threats At the core of CIAL 2.0 is the establishment of the Cyber Defence Operations Centre (CDOC) — a cutting-edge facility focused on proactively safeguarding digital infrastructure. It is the first full-fledged on-premises server facility at an Indian airport, supported by CDAC, featuring real-time threat intelligence, 24x7 proactive monitoring, and rapid incident response capabilities. With increasing cyber threats in the aviation sector, the CDOC employs advanced security tools to detect, neutralise, and pre-empt external threats, including hacking attempts, malware intrusions, and ransomware attacks. This real-time digital shield ensures that CIAL's vast network and IT backbone remain resilient, uninterrupted, and secure — making it a national benchmark in airport cybersecurity. Full-body scanners for contactless screening Full-body scanners provide fast, contactless, non-intrusive passenger screening that meets international standards. These enhancements ensure seamless yet thorough security checks without compromising passenger comfort. Automated tray retrieval system Deploying the Automated Tray Retrieval System (ATRS) at security checkpoints will improve passenger convenience and processing speed. The system automates the movement of security trays, reducing manual handling and significantly speeding up the cabin baggage screening process. AI-based surveillance system A powerful, AI-driven surveillance network is now active at CIAL, with over 4,000 intelligent cameras monitoring terminal interiors, airside zones, and other sensitive areas. These AI-powered systems use deep learning for behaviour analysis, real-time threat detection, and fast response. The result is a quantum leap in security precision and situational awareness, ensuring that both passengers and personnel operate in a safe environment at all times. Next-gen security infrastructure Security at CIAL is fortified with a suite of advanced tools: Bomb Detection and Disposal System (BDDS) includes new liquid explosive detectors, portable X-ray devices, and Threat Containment Vessels (TCV) for handling high-risk materials. CIAL's digital backbone will be upgraded with the following features: A revamped Airport Operational Database (AODB), Flight Information Display System (FIDS), and Automatic Flight Announcement System Introduction of Common Use Passenger Processing Systems (CUPPS) to allow flexible, shared-use counters for airlines. A next-gen data centre based on Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI), offering scalable, secure back-end support. Upgraded network infrastructure to ensure high-speed and fail-safe connectivity across airport operations. Innovation suite India
