&w=3840&q=100)
When do foreign airlines get banned? Will Turkish Airlines get in trouble?
Airlines can face bans from countries, regions, or international bodies primarily for safety, security, or geopolitical reasons. In Turkish Airlines' case, all three are applicable in some form read more
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), recently raised alarms over safety and compliance violations by Turkish Airlines, sparking speculation about the carrier's future operations in India.
This scrutiny follows rising diplomatic tensions linked to Turkey's support for Pakistan amid India's Operation Sindoor targeting cross-border terrorism.
Why airlines get banned
Airlines can face bans from countries, regions, or international bodies primarily for safety, security, or geopolitical reasons. Failure to adhere to international aviation standards, set by organisations like the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), frequently triggers such bans. Poor aircraft maintenance, inadequate crew training, and substandard operational practices are common reasons.
Security concerns, such as weak airport security measures, terrorism risks, or conflicts in the airline's home region, may also prompt bans. Additionally, carriers involved in smuggling, sanctions evasion, or improper cargo handling can find themselves barred from certain airspaces.
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Diplomatic and geopolitical issues are another significant factor. For instance, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) banned Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) in June 2020 after revelations that many Pakistani pilots held questionable licenses. This ban, also imposed by the UK and the US, was lifted in November 2024 after Pakistan implemented reforms.
Similarly, Russian airlines faced bans from EU, U.S., and U.K. airspace after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 as part of coordinated sanctions.
Violations by Turkish Airlines
In India, inspections from May 29 to June 2 at airports in Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru revealed significant issues with Turkish Airlines' operations. At Bengaluru Airport, inspectors found a ground marshaller operating without required authorisation and a valid competency card, violating Indian aviation regulations designed to ensure safe aircraft movement.
Further violations emerged in Hyderabad and Bengaluru, where the airline's current ground handling agent, Globe Ground India, operated without a formal Service Level Agreement (SLA). Critical ground equipment, such as ladders, trolleys, and Ground Power Units (GPUs), were inadequately monitored and accounted for, worsened by improper handover procedures following the recent removal of Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd—a Turkish-linked firm whose security clearance was revoked by India's Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) citing national security concerns.
Could Turkish Airlines be banned from India?
While no official announcement of a ban has been made, these violations, combined with heightened scrutiny of Turkish entities amid geopolitical strains, could prompt action by Indian authorities if corrective measures aren't swiftly implemented.
However, whether the administration wants strained ties with Turkey when tensions with Pakistan have just begun to cool, will be a major influencing factor.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India.com
41 minutes ago
- India.com
China To Give Pakistan Most Advanced J-35A Stealth Fighter With 400-KM PL-17 Missiles; How Will India Counter The Threat?
New Delhi: China is set to deliver its most advanced fifth-generation stealth fighter, the J-35A, to Pakistan. The aircraft is armed with the deadly PL-17 air-to-air missile. Confirmed by Pakistani defence officials, the move is raising alarms across India's security establishment. Why? Because this missile reportedly has a striking range of 400 kilometres, potentially altering the dynamics of aerial combat in the region. The PL-17 is not only an upgraded missile, it is a battlefield equaliser. Developed as a successor to the PL-15E, this radar-guided missile is designed to take out high-value airborne targets such as AWACS, refueling aircraft and command planes before they can even detect the incoming threat. Dubbed CH-AA-12 Auger by NATO, this missile is thought to operate beyond 400 km range and gives its host fighter an ability to kill from afar. Pakistan already used the PL-15 against India. Now, with the PL-17 mounted on a stealth fighter like the J-35, it will be about shock and awe. The J-35, also known as the FC-31 or Gyrfalcon in China, is a twin-engine and single-seat multirole stealth fighter with advanced design features to evade L-band and Ku-band radars. Equipped with diverterless supersonic inlets (DSI) and stealth-optimised composite materials, this fighter is designed to slip past radar and hit hard before even being seen. Pakistani pilots are already training in China to fly this machine. While exact details of the arms deal remain classified, leaks suggest Pakistan could acquire up to 40 J-35 fighters, with deliveries starting soon. What Does This Mean For India? India currently operates 4.5-generation fighters like Rafale and Su-30MKI. The indigenous fifth-generation AMCA program is still under development, with a prototype not expected before 2028. That means Pakistan could enjoy a stealth edge for years, unless India acts fast. The PL-17's range, allegedly over 60 km longer than even India's Astra MkII, could allow Pakistani fighters to fire before Indian jets even enter engagement range. Even worse, defence experts worry that J-35s connected to China's satellite and surveillance network could get real-time battlefield updates, making them near-invisible predators in the sky. India's strategy has multiple layers but urgency is key. The Astra MkIII, with a proposed range of 340 km, is in development phase and may become India's answer to the PL-17. Defence scientists are under pressure to fast-track it. India already has the S-400 Triumf system, which stunned the world when it shot down a Pakistani AWACS 314 km away. It remains a key long-range defence pillar. To survive in the stealth era, India must strengthen its electronic warfare capabilities and radar systems designed to detect low-RCS targets like the J-35. Above all, India needs to accelerate the AMCA program, which could neutralise the stealth advantage once inducted. What's China's Game Here; Why is it Alarming? Strategically, this is Beijing's move to tip the regional balance in Pakistan's favour, just months after the latest India-Pakistan skirmish. It is no coincidence that China is speeding up jet deliveries now. Defence analyst and retired IAF Squadron Leader Vijayendra K. Thakur told Eurasian Times, 'Against stealth fighters, conventional air defence is blunt. J-35s can launch missiles before detection. That is a deadly edge.' It is more than trade. It is about China weaponising Pakistan as a proxy to challenge India without direct confrontation. The PL-17 and J-35 combo is not only hardware but a geopolitical signal. India now finds itself on a strategic clock. Every delay in response is a free runway for Pakistan to soar into next-gen air warfare, with China fuelling the take-off. The arrival of J-35 jets with PL-17 missiles in Pakistan's hangars could mark the most serious airpower escalation in the region in a decade. India will need more than diplomacy to prepare for what may soon dominate its skies.
The Hindu
an hour ago
- The Hindu
Indian women care-giving activities up to 8 times that of men: report
The female labour force participation rate (LFPR) in India is significantly below the male participation rate and a major reason for this is that women in India bear a disproportionate responsibility for domestic and care-giving activities which is upto 8 times than that of men, according to a report by Goldman Sachs Research. The report 'India Womenomics': A Step Forward in a Long Journey Ahead', assesses the current employment status of women in India and explores opportunities that lie ahead. A series of Goldman Sachs research reports have explored the 'Womenomics' theme, assessing the impact of female labour force participation on long-term economic growth across different geographies over the past 26 years. According to the report, over the next two decades, India is uniquely positioned to reap dividends from favourable demographics. A large share of the population will enter their working age years and India's age-dependency ratio will be one of the lowest among major economies. Nevertheless, the female labour force participation rate (LFPR) in India is significantly below the male participation rate and also below these rates in other major developed and emerging economies. 'To capitalize on this 20-year window of favourable demographics, it is imperative, in our view, for India to create employment opportunities for women and increase their participation in the labour force. We have earlier estimated that increasing the overall labour force participation rate to previous peak levels can add by 1 pp to India's potential growth, all else constant,' it said. Though disproportionate responsibility for domestic and care-giving activities was one of the key reasons for women's low participation in the labour force, other reasons include horizontal inequalities such as early marriage, prevailing social norms that limit the occupational choices for women, crime incidents that deter women from working away from their residence, a lack of robust public transport connectivity and having fewer women role models. The report notes that with lots of ground to cover to bridge the gender gap, there have been a number of initiatives taken by successive Indian governments, focused on promoting education, well-being and access to basic amenities for women. Partly as a result of these initiatives, the status of women in India is gradually improving and there has been an uptick in women's participation in the labour force. A robust network of childcare centers and enabling an elder care ecosystem would free up women's time for paid employment opportunities elsewhere and create greater employment opportunities for the 'care work' services sector. It quotes from a report by the ILO which states that direct public investment amounting to 2% of GDP in the 'care economy' could create over 11 million jobs in India, of which 43% to 74% would be for women. On a brighter side, the report notes that as per the Indian statistical office, the share of self-employed women (who run enterprises on their own, as a partnership, and/or employ others) has risen by 11pp (percentage point) from 2017-18 to 2023-24. Over the same period, the share of self-employed women, who were not remunerated (who help in a household enterprise) also rose by 5pp. Various initiatives focused on financial inclusion, greater digitization, improvement in infrastructure, and the development of enhanced skills have also contributed to rising self-employment among women, the report says.
United News of India
an hour ago
- United News of India
RBI cuts repo rate by 50 bps to 5.50 pc
Mumbai, June 6 (UNI) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday in its second bi-monthly monetary policy of FY26. cut the repo rate by 50 basis points (bps) to 5.50 pc from 6.00 pc earlier. This is the central bank's third consecutive repo rate cut. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra-led Monetary Policy led committee decided to cut the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points (bps) to 3% from 4% earlier releasing Rs 2.5 lakh crore of lendable resources to the banking system. The MPC also decided to change the policy stance to 'Neutral' from 'Accommodative' in a bid to support economic growth. This RBI's rate cut decision is expected to stimulate borrowing and investment, leading to a higher growth rate. The policy panel retained growth estimate at 6.5 per cent but projected a lower inflation of 3.7 per cent in the current fiscal. Malhotra asserted that the global backdrop remains fragile, and trade projections have been revised downwards, but the Indian economy is progressing well despite the global uncertainties. "India's strength comes from the strong balance sheets of the five major sectors. The Indian economy offers immense opportunities to local and foreign investors. We are already growing at a fast rate. We aspire to grow faster," he said. Inflation has softened significantly, the RBI Governor said, and the near-term and medium-term outlook exudes confidence. Food inflation outlook remains soft, and core inflation is expected to remain benign. The RBI also projected that retail inflation for the current financial year would be 3.7% against its April projection of 4%. Government data shows it fell to 3.16% in April from 3.34% in March, remaining within the RBI's comfort level. The various economic indicators remain strong, with the RBI Governor pointing to a gradual rise in discretionary spending and healthy private consumption. Industrial activity is gaining gradually while the services sector is likely to maintain momentum, he said. Rural demand remains steady while urban demand is improving, he added. The RBI kept the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth projection unchanged at 6.5% in the current financial year. The quarterly projections are: 2.9% (April-June), 3.4% (July-September), 3.9% (October-December), and 4.4% (January-March). The Central bank also reduced the cash reserve ratio (CRR) by 100 bps and said it will release Rs 2.5 lakh crore of bank funds. CRR refers to the percentage of total deposits that banks must hold in liquid form with the RBI. India continues to be an attractive investment destination, assured Mr Malhotra, adding that the forex reserves stand at $691 billion, which is sufficient to fund more than 11 months of goods imports. UNI JS PRS
