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The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
India extends airspace ban on Pakistani airlines, military aircraft
NEW DELHI: The Indian government has extended the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) for Pakistani flights until Aug 23, officials said Wednesday (July 23). The information was shared by Murlidhar Mohol, India's federal junior minister for civil aviation, through a social media post. "Update on Airspace Restriction. The Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) restricting Pakistani aircraft from entering Indian airspace has been officially extended until 23rd August 2025," Mohol wrote on social media. According to the minister, the extension reflects continued strategic considerations and is in line with prevailing security protocols. New Delhi's action came days after Pakistan decided to extend the closure of its airspace for flights operated by Indian airlines by another month, until August 24. The previous NOTAM will expire on Thursday. Earlier on June 24, the ministry had announced a month-long extension of the NOTAM restricting Pakistani aircraft from coming into India. The first NOTAM by India was in force from May 1 to May 23. As per NOTAM issued by the federal ministry of civil aviation, no aircraft registered in Pakistan, and operated, owned or leased by Pakistani airlines or operators will be allowed to enter the Indian airspace. The airspace ban also applies to Pakistani military aircraft as per the NOTAM. NOTAMs on both sides were issued amid diplomatic tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad in April this year over the attack in which 26 people were killed by gunmen at Baisaran area of Pahalgam town, about 89 km east of Srinagar city, the summer capital of Indian-controlled Kashmir. - Xinhua
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
India officially extends closure of airspace to Pakistani aircrafts till August 23: Union MoS Murlidhar Mohol
Advt Advt The Centre has officially extended Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) restricting Pakistcivil aircrafts from entering Indian airspace until August 23, Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol confirmed."This extension reflects continued strategic considerations and is in line with prevailing security protocols. Stay tuned for further updates," Union MoS Mohol said in a post on previous NOTAM was going to expire on July 24 (Thursday). Earlier on June 24, the ministry had announced a month long extension of the NOTAM restricting Pakistani aircrafts coming into India. The first NOTAM by India was valid from May 1 to May per the NOTAM, Indian airspace will not be available for Pakistan-registered aircraft and aircraft operated, owned or leased by Pakistan airlines and operators, including military 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 22The Indian airspace has been closed for planes operated, owned or leased by Pakistan airlines and operators, including military flights, since April April 23, a day after the Pahalgam attack, which claimed 26 lives, India announced a series of measures against Pakistan, including suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, shutting down of the only operational land border crossing at Attari and downgrading of diplomatic ties in view of cross-border links to the also launched the decisive Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan with precision government is set to hold a 16-hour discussion on Operation Sindoor next week, during the monsoon Parliament Session, according to sources. The discussion will be finalised after a consensus is parties have been demanding presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the debate on Operation Sindoor. As per sources, since PM Modi will be embarking on a two-nation tour of the United Kingdom and the Maldives from July 23 to July 26, the discussion on Operation Sindoor is likely to take place next Opposition MPs have also submitted adjournment motions to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor. (ANI)
Deccan Herald
5 days ago
- Deccan Herald
Pakistan authorities announce closure of selected air traffic routes for 2 days
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) in a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) said that the 'selected routes would remain closed for air traffic on both July 22 and 23 from 5:15 UTC to 8:15 UTC.'
Gulf Insider
24-06-2025
- Gulf Insider
Dubai Airport Flights Affected by Airspace Closures
Flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC) may be impacted because of the regional airspace closures and the abundance of caution being taken by authorities, the airport said on Tuesday. The impact may especially be seen on flights to India, the airport added. The alert comes after airspaces over Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Dubai were closed because of Iran's strikes on a US base in Qatar. 'While Dubai Airports works with airlines to ensure flights operate according to approved schedules, some flights may experience delays or cancellations. Therefore, all travelers are advised to check the latest updates through the airlines they fly to,' the Dubai Media Office said yesterday after the airspace opened. Because of the momentary closure, Dubai-based Emirates airline said it had rerouted several flights enroute to Dubai. However, there were no diversions. Etihad Airways also said it was rerouting a number of flights on June 23 and 24 as a precaution. Sharjah-based Air Arabia, too, issued an advisory, confirming some disruptions due to airspace restrictions. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport urged all travellers to verify their flight details with airlines before heading to the airport. Sharjah Airport also issued a similar advisory, warning of delays and cancellations due to the closures and urging passengers to stay updated through their airlines. Meanwhile, Pakistan has extended its closure of airspace to Indian-registered aircraft and those operated, owned, or leased by Indian airlines—including military flights—until July 23, 2025, amid ongoing tensions between the two neighbours, media reports said. The Pakistan Airports Authority issued a fresh Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) extending the ban, which was initially set to last until June 24, according to media reports. The restriction will now remain in effect until the early hours of July 24. Also Read: Iran Fires Missiles On US Bases In Gulf, But Admits Advanced Notice Was Given
The Star
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
No directive needed, Middle East airspace already closed, says Loke
SEPANG: There is no government directive to halt flights to the Middle East, but airlines cannot proceed as the airspace is already closed, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. 'There is no directive per se. Even if we don't issue an order, they can't fly anyway,' he said. 'This is in line with NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) standards,' he told reporters during a press conference at the Transport Expo Asia (TXA) 2025 on Tuesday (June 24). Loke said several airlines, including Batik Air, are affected by the sudden closure of airspace due to heightened tensions in the region. One Batik Air flight en route to Dubai was forced to turn back over the Indian Ocean. 'It wasn't something we could plan for. The airspace was shut suddenly and NOTAMs were issued without prior notice. All airlines are impacted. Not just from Malaysia but also from Singapore and elsewhere,' he said. Loke added that airlines are expected to carry out their own mitigation plans, including rerouting flights or offering accommodation for stranded passengers until it is safe to resume operations. 'If there's risk involved, they must not take it. If airspace is closed, flights can't proceed. They must turn back or be cancelled,' he said. Loke also confirmed that flights between Malaysia and Europe have been rerouted to avoid Iranian airspace. 'Normally, flights from Kuala Lumpur to destinations like London or Paris pass through Iran. But due to the current conflict between Iran and Israel, all flights have now opted for longer routes further north. 'From India, the planes enter Afghanistan airspace to avoid Iranian airspace,' he said. These reroutings, he added, have already been implemented in recent weeks as part of standard safety protocols.
