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  Swedish Gripen fighter jets escorted PM Modi's aircraft ahead of Gothenburg arrival | WATCH

  World | May 17, 2026 20:09 IST

  The aerial visuals showed Swedish Air Force jets flying alongside the Prime Minister’s aircraft during the final leg of the journey.

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  Airspace curbs in Middle East disrupt nearly 180 flights at Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru Airports

  India | March 04, 2026 23:13 IST

  According to the Civil Aviation Ministry, a total of 1,221 flights operated by Indian carriers and 388 flights by foreign airlines had been cancelled until March 3 due to the prevailing situation.

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  Etihad, Emirates begin limited operations amid restrictions; 16 flights departed from Abu Dhabi

  World | March 03, 2026 1:53 IST

  Earlier, Etihad Airways issued an advisory for the passengers, stating that operations of flights will remain suspended till 2 pm (UAE time) on Tuesday. People have been advised to check their flight status before travelling to the airport.

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  Flightradar24 hit by heavy traffic as military aircraft tracking surges amid Israel-Iran conflict

  Technology | February 28, 2026 16:18 IST

  The US and Israel launched major strikes across Iran, prompting missile and drone retaliation and widespread Middle East airspace closures. Global flight disruptions followed, with heavy traffic crashing Flightradar24.

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  UAE reiterates it will not allow its airspace or territory for any military action against Iran

  World | January 27, 2026 7:09 IST

  The statement comes amid an expanding US military presence near Iran, including the recent deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln to West Asian waters.

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  Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet issue travel advisories after Iran airspace closure amid protests

  India | January 15, 2026 9:18 IST

  Iran's sudden closure of its airspace disrupted international operations of Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet, forcing delays, rerouting and cancellations. The move comes amid intense protests in Iran and growing tensions with the United States.

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  Iran shuts airspace for hours amid protest crackdown fears and possible US military response

  World | January 15, 2026 7:53 IST

  Iran unexpectedly closed its airspace for a little over two hours early Thursday without giving a reason. The move comes amid a harsh nationwide protest crackdown and speculation over potential US military action.

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  India extends airspace ban on Pakistani aircraft till September 23

  India | August 22, 2025 21:40 IST

  The restrictions have now been extended until September 23, continuing the series of periodic renewals by Indian authorities. Under the order, Pakistani commercial as well as military aircraft remain barred from using Indian airspace.

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  India extends airspace ban for Pakistani aircraft till August 23

  India | July 23, 2025 10:04 IST

  The restrictions on Pakistani aircrafts were first put during Operation Sindoor, due to increased hostilities between the neighbouring nations in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, which killed 26 people, including one foreign national on April 22.

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  Pakistan extends airspace ban on Indian flights till August 24 amid ongoing diplomatic standoff

  World | July 19, 2025 6:59 IST

  Under the continued restrictions, no Indian airline flights- civilian or military- whether owned or leased- are permitted to fly through Pakistani airspace as Pakistan extends its airspace ban on Indian flights until August 24.

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  Iraqi airspace reopens as regional tensions ease, flights resume across Kurdistan

  World | June 24, 2025 23:54 IST

  Iraq has reopened its airspace after a 10-day closure due to the Israel-Iran conflict, allowing international flights to resume across the country and Kurdistan Region. The move follows a US-brokered ceasefire and is expected to ease regional flight disruptions.

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  Qatar shuts airspace amid escalating tensions between Iran, US and Israel

  World | June 23, 2025 23:49 IST

  Qatar temporarily closed its airspace amid rising tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, prompting fears of regional escalation. As Iran threatens retaliation, international calls for de-escalation and diplomacy grow.

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  Pakistan extends airspace ban on Indian aircraft for another month

  World | June 23, 2025 21:16 IST

  The airspace ban by Pakistan was initially imposed on April 23 for one month in the wake of tension between the two countries following the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed at least 26 people.

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  Air India reroutes multiple international flights amid Iran airspace closure | Full list inside

  World | June 13, 2025 9:54 IST

  Air India has announced the diversion or return of several of its international flights to ensure the safety of its passengers and crew.

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  Indian Air Force to conduct major drill of Gujarat coast; NOTAM issued | Check timings, details

  India | June 03, 2025 23:19 IST

  The Indian Air Force will conduct a major air exercise off Gujarat's coast on June 4 with frontline jets, following a similar drill along the Indo-Pak border last month, as part of ongoing operational readiness efforts.

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  Pakistan used civilian flights as shield during drone attacks, did not close airspace: India

  India | May 09, 2025 19:46 IST

  India accused Pakistan of using civilian flights as cover during failed drone attacks, warning of serious risks and consequences amid rising border tensions.

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  After Operation Sindoor, Pakistan closes airspace for 48 hours for all air traffic

  World | May 07, 2025 15:26 IST

  Operation Sindoor: Airspace in Lahore was closed for 24 hours after a brief resumption. Because of the airspace closure, a heavy rush was witnessed at the Jinnah Airport in Karachi as delayed international and domestic flights took off or landed there.

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  Pakistan airspace goes quiet due to mass rerouting: Know about the only flight spotted

  World | May 07, 2025 10:20 IST

  According to Flightradar24, the flight spotted over Pakistan’s airspace is Ethiopia's ETH672, and it was travelling from Addis Ababa to South Korea's Seoul.

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  India issues NOTAM for large-scale air exercise along Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan for May 7-8

  India | May 06, 2025 19:35 IST

  India has issued a NOTAM for a major air exercise near the southern Indo-Pak border on May 7–8, indicating increased military readiness amid rising tensions.

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  'Everyone's scared': Panic grips Ben Gurion Airport after Hezbollah attack to avenge top commander

  World | August 25, 2024 11:47 IST

  Israeli media cited the Israel Airports Authority for news of the flight cancellations. Flight-tracking data showed at least two El Al flights swinging far south and diverting after the announcement.