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- The National
Delayed flights and waterlogged roads: Mumbai residents make light of heavy rains with memes
Amid persistent and heavy rains, life in India's financial capital of Mumbai has seemingly come to a standstill, with residents unable to travel through the city. The showers and consequent flooding have affected local trains – a critical mode of transportation for millions of commuters. People were seen wading through waist-deep waters and children have taken to swimming through waterlogged streets. Flight operations to and from the city were also heavily impacted, with FlightRadar24 showing extreme arrival and departure delays at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Residents quickly took to the social media platform X to shares memes and jokes. Mumbai is highly vulnerable to flooding during the monsoon season due to its location, high population and strained infrastructure. Data from a weather station at Santacruz, on the western side of Mumbai, showed that this was the rainiest August in Mumbai since 2020, with 238.2 millimetres (9.4 inches) of precipitation in the 24 hours through 8.30am on Tuesday. The government has announced that schools will remain closed and residents have been advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. A monorail train stopped on an elevated track between two stations due to power problems earlier this evening. More than 100 passengers were stuck for over an hour before emergency services started rescuing people on board through a broken window. The passengers climbed down ladders assisted by emergency personnel. 'Extremely heavy rainfall' is likely in many parts of the country, including Mumbai, until at least Wednesday, India's meteorological department said. There is a risk of flash floods in some areas of the city and its neighbouring districts, it added. The current monsoon season has been deadly across parts of Asia, with flash floods killing hundreds of people across India and Pakistan. Southern China and Hong Kong have also been drenched repeatedly in August.
Zawya
5 hours ago
- Zawya
ICAO DGCA urges Asia-Pacific States to adopt ACI recommendations
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Arabian Business
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- Arabian Business
Jazeera Airways offers 'buy 1 get 1 free' flights across its network
Jazeera Airways has announced a new 'Buy 1 Get 1 Free' promotion, making travel more affordable across its entire network. From August 18–24, 2025, customers who book a one-way or round-trip ticket on the airline's website or mobile app will receive a second ticket free of charge. The offer applies to journeys taken between September 1 and December 15, 2025, with no limit on the number of tickets that can be booked. Jazeera Airways flight sale The promotion opens up the chance to explore destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Travelers can stroll the streets of Budapest and Prague, experience the souks of Istanbul, visit Tashkent's historic landmarks, or relax on the beaches of Sharm El Sheikh and Colombo. Other destinations include Salalah's waterfalls and the mountains of Abha. Paul Carroll, Chief Commercial Officer at Jazeera Airways, said: 'At Jazeera Airways, we believe that incredible travel experiences should be accessible to everyone. Our Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer isn't just a deal—it's a way to unlock new destinations and make travel more affordable. 'Now, you can explore a new city or revisit a favourite place with a friend or family member, all while getting double the value for your money.' The promotion applies to Jazeera Airways' popular Light fare, offering travellers value with the option to add extras such as checked baggage, in-flight meals, preferred seating, and packages at 60 per cent off. To redeem the deal, customers must enter the promo code J9B1G1 when booking on the Jazeera Airways website or mobile app.
