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Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Pakistan shuts airspace briefly after India's Operation Sindoor
Following India's Operation Sindoor on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), Islamabad announced a 48-hour closure of its airspace to all air traffic on Wednesday, however, later reopened it. Soon after India's strikes, air traffic was stopped over Islamabad and Lahore. Flights were sent to Karachi. (REUTERS) Soon after India's strikes, air traffic was stopped over Islamabad and Lahore. Flights were sent to Karachi. Later, the entire airspace was closed for 48 hours as a precautionary measure, as reported by PTI news agency. However, after eight hours, airspace was opened again by Pakistan's aviation and domestic and international flights resumed in the morning. Most flights left from Jinnah Airport in Karachi or Lahore. Shortly after, Lahore's airspace was shut again for 24 hours. Also Read: After Operation Sindoor, Jaishankar discusses 'zero terror tolerance' with Japan, France, Spain counterparts Jinnah Airport in Karachi saw huge crowds, as many delayed flights were departing or arriving. A person from the Civil Aviation Authority said that flights from West Asia and other places were later running on time. He also said that local flights were working again and would go on unless stopped later. He added that a flight from Uzbekistan Airlines, flying from Tashkent, had reached Delhi by passing through Lahore. On early Wednesday, Indian armed forces hit nine terror sites in Pakistan and PoK under Operation Sindoor in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, when 26 people were killed. The Indian armed forces shared details about Operation Sindoor later on Wednesday, with Wing Commander Vyomika Singh saying at a press briefing, 'Operation Sindoor was launched by the Indian Armed Forces to deliver justice to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and their families. Nine terrorist camps were targeted and successfully destroyed... The locations were so selected to avoid damage to civilian infrastructures and loss of any civilian lives.'
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Business Standard
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Op Sindoor: Pakistan shuts its airspace for 48 hours after India's strike
Pakistan on Wednesday announced a 48-hour closure of its airspace for all air traffic after India carried out a military strike on terror targets in Pakistan and PoK. Shortly after the military strike by India, Pakistani aviation authorities closed the airspace over Islamabad and Lahore and diverted flights to Karachi. Later, the entire airspace was closed for 48 hours as a precautionary measure. However, aviation authorities reopened the airspace after an eight-hour closure. International and domestic flights resumed this morning, with the majority of them departing from the Jinnah International Airport in Karachi or Lahore. However, airspace in Lahore was closed again for 24 hours after a brief resumption. A heavy rush was witnessed at the Jinnah Airport in Karachi as delayed international and domestic flights took off or landed there. A spokesperson for the Civil Aviation Authority said that flights from West Asian countries and other destinations are now fully operational as per schedule. He added that domestic flights had also become operational until further notice. The spokesperson said an Uzbekistan Airlines flight from Tashkent had reached New Delhi via Lahore. Indian armed forces early Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under Operation Sindoor. It was launched in retaliation for the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22 that killed 26 people.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Operation Sindoor: Pakistan shuts airspace for 48 hours; several Asian airlines avoid route
impact: Pakistan has declared a 48-hour shutdown of its airspace for all aviation activities following India's military Operation Sindoor against terror locations in Pakistan and PoK on Wednesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Initially, Pakistani aviation officials restricted airspace above Islamabad and Lahore, diverting aircraft to Karachi. Subsequently, they implemented a complete airspace closure for 48 hours as a safety precaution. The authorities lifted the restrictions after eight hours, allowing flights to resume operations, according to a PTI report. International and domestic services recommenced in the morning, with most aircraft operating from Karachi's or Lahore. Subsequently, Lahore's airspace faced another closure for 24 hours after a brief operational period. Also Check | The Jinnah Airport in Karachi experienced significant congestion as numerous delayed international and domestic flights arrived and departed from the facility. A Civil Aviation Authority representative confirmed that flights operating from West Asian nations and various other locations have resumed their regular schedules. The representative mentioned that domestic flight services have also been restored and will continue operating until further notice. He further stated that an Uzbekistan Airlines aircraft completed its journey from Tashkent to New Delhi, travelling through Lahore. According to a Reuters report, multiple Asian carriers announced on Wednesday their decisions to alter routes or suspend flights connecting Asia and Europe due to growing tensions between India and Pakistan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now International carriers diverted over 25 flights to avoid Pakistani airspace. FlightRadar24 reported that by Wednesday morning local time, 52 flights to or from Pakistan had been suspended. Also Read | KLM, the Netherlands' flag carrier, confirmed suspension of operations over Pakistan until further notice. Singapore Airlines disclosed that it had ceased using Pakistani airspace since May 6. Korean Air implemented changes to its Seoul Incheon–Dubai route on Wednesday, selecting an alternative southern path across Myanmar, Bangladesh, and India, replacing its usual route through Pakistani airspace. The Indian military conducted missile strikes targeting nine terrorist locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as part of Operation Sindoor on Wednesday. This action was taken in response to the terrorist incident in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, which resulted in 26 casualties.
Business Recorder
06-05-2025
- Business Recorder
Laser light ban imposed near Karachi's Jinnah Airport over aviation safety concerns
Authorities have imposed a complete ban on the sale and use of laser lights in the vicinity of Jinnah International Airport in Karachi for two months, citing aviation safety concerns. According to a notification issued by Commissioner Karachi, Syed Hassan Naqvi, the restriction falls under Section 144 and will be enforced from 6 May to 5 July 2025. The decision comes in light of growing concerns over the dangers posed by laser beams during aircraft take-offs and landings at Jinnah Airport. Missing wheel from Lahore-bound PIA flight found at Karachi airport The notification warns that laser lights can severely impair pilots' vision, potentially leading to catastrophic air incidents. 'Laser beams may affect pilots' eyesight, especially during critical moments such as landing and take-off, increasing the risk of aviation accidents,' the document stated. In response to the notification, local police stations have been instructed to take immediate action against any violations. The ban extends to all areas surrounding the city's airports and is aimed at preventing disruptions to air traffic and ensuring passenger safety. Officials emphasised that the temporary prohibition is necessary to safeguard pilots and passengers alike and will be strictly enforced throughout the two-month period. Earlier, on the directives of Commissioner Karachi Syed Hasan Naqvi Section 144 was imposed in the SITE area and Keamari districts for two months, limiting several activities to keep public order and traffic control. The implementation will remain effective until June 24, including a prohibition on encroachments on green belts, public spaces, and sidewalks, as well as debris discarded in these areas. Earlier, Commissioner Syed Hasan Naqvi had imposed Section 144 to control heavy traffic movement in Karachi, prohibiting the entrance of heavy vehicles between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM to limit road accidents. The restriction is applied to freight vehicles also. Law enforcement agencies have been directed to strictly deal with the violators of Section 144, guaranteeing compliance with the new regulations.
