News for 'Chhatrapati Shivaji International'

At the airport: Kalki, Yami, Malaika leave for IIFA

At the airport: Kalki, Yami, Malaika leave for IIFA

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

We caught quite a few actors at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International airport last night.

India Looks Wow For Independence Day

India Looks Wow For Independence Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

All set for the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.

North America's lone Shivaji statue that was stolen found in US scrapyard

North America's lone Shivaji statue that was stolen found in US scrapyard

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The statue, given to the city as a gift from Pune -- San Jose's sister city in India, in 1999, was reported stolen on January 31 from Guadalupe River Park, sawed off at the hooves, The Mercury News newspaper reported.

Don't be scared of Modi, make Shivaji statue tallest: Sena to Maha CM

Don't be scared of Modi, make Shivaji statue tallest: Sena to Maha CM

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Decreasing the height of Shivaji's statue to make Sardar Patel's statue look taller is 'narrow and distorted mindset', the Sena said in an editorial in party mouthpiece Saamana.

Inside India's tallest Air Traffic Control tower

Inside India's tallest Air Traffic Control tower

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Constructed at a cost of about Rs 100 crore, the tower stands at a height of 83.3 metre.

PIX: Shah Rukh Khan, Asin leave for Vancouver

PIX: Shah Rukh Khan, Asin leave for Vancouver

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

The stars set off to attend the Times Of India Film Awards on April 6.

Champions Trophy test: Can Kohli, Rohit deliver?

Champions Trophy test: Can Kohli, Rohit deliver?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

India's cricket team has embarked on a journey to Dubai for the upcoming Champions Trophy, aiming to secure another global trophy after their T20 World Cup triumph last June.

Pamela Anderson arrives in Mumbai

Pamela Anderson arrives in Mumbai

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

Chaos galore greeted the Baywatch star when she landed in India for her Bigg Boss stay.

PIX: Kareena, Hrithik, Madhuri leave for IIFA weekend

PIX: Kareena, Hrithik, Madhuri leave for IIFA weekend

Rediff.com25 Apr 2014

The IIFA awards are set to be held in Florida, US this weekend.

Spotted: Madhuri Dixit at Mumbai airport

Spotted: Madhuri Dixit at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Reader Ravi Thakur sends us a photograph.

PM inaugurates Mumbai airport's swanky T2 terminal

PM inaugurates Mumbai airport's swanky T2 terminal

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday inaugurated Mumbai airport's integrated terminal, T2, which will boost the airport capacity to 40 million.

PIX: Hollywood actor James Marsden arrives in Mumbai

PIX: Hollywood actor James Marsden arrives in Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

A look at the airport pictures.

Narendra Modi in Mumbai on first visit as PM

Narendra Modi in Mumbai on first visit as PM

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Narendra Modi arrived in Mumbai on Monday on his first visit to Mumbai after becoming the Prime Minister.

Hoarding collapse accused brought to Mumbai

Hoarding collapse accused brought to Mumbai

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Bhavesh Bhinde, an advertising firm's director, whose company had put up the giant hoarding that collapsed in Mumbai killing 16 people, was brought to the city early on Friday, a police official said.

PIX: Saif-Kareena take Taimur on his first foreign trip!

PIX: Saif-Kareena take Taimur on his first foreign trip!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

Take a look at pictures from the Mumbai airport.

Michael Jackon's big brother in Mumbai

Michael Jackon's big brother in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

Here's what your favourite celebs have been upto.

Om Namaha Shivaya! Mumbai airport exhibits giant Trimurti on Maha Shivratri

Om Namaha Shivaya! Mumbai airport exhibits giant Trimurti on Maha Shivratri

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, a giant Trimurti made of margarine (butter), has been built at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai.

Spotted: Maliaka Arora Khan at Mumbai airport

Spotted: Maliaka Arora Khan at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

Reader Abhiram sends us a photograph.

Air India's A320neo plane's engine shuts down midair, returns to Mumbai

Air India's A320neo plane's engine shuts down midair, returns to Mumbai

Rediff.com20 May 2022

An A320neo plane of Tata Group-run Air India returned to the Mumbai airport just 27 minutes after takeoff as one of its engines shut down midair due to a technical issue, sources said on Friday.

Minissha Lamba detained at Mumbai airport

Minissha Lamba detained at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com18 May 2011

The actress was allegedly found carrying undeclared jewellery worth over Rs 50 lakh.

Ranbir Kapoor jumps customs; fined at Mumbai airport

Ranbir Kapoor jumps customs; fined at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com4 May 2013

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor was on Saturday detained and fined about Rs 60,000 on undeclared branded personal goods he was carrying at the Mumbai International airport, a customs official said.

Mallika Sherawat's brother booked under FEMA

Mallika Sherawat's brother booked under FEMA

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

Vikram Lamba was carrying 13000 pounds and electronic and luxury items worth lakhs.

Minissha Lamba detained in airport for 16 hours

Minissha Lamba detained in airport for 16 hours

Rediff.com19 May 2011

The actress had allegedly not declared gold and diamond jewellery worth over Rs 50 lakh.

Obamas bid farewell to Mumbai

Obamas bid farewell to Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Nov 2010

Rediff.com's Sumit Rajwade took photos of Air Force One taking off from the Mumbai airport.

Chavan, Shetty to receive Obama at Mumbai airport

Chavan, Shetty to receive Obama at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan and Protocol Minister Suresh Shetty would receive United States President Barack Obama as the state representatives along with Union Minister Salman Khurshid.

PIX: Anushka, Ranbir head to Vancouver

PIX: Anushka, Ranbir head to Vancouver

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

Quite a few movie stars were spotted at the Mumbai airport last night, as they left for Vancouver to attend the Times of India Film Awards.

3 Indian airports among the best in the world

3 Indian airports among the best in the world

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport has been rated the second-best airport worldwide for airports in the 15-25-million passengers category.

A-I, IA sign pact on airline security

A-I, IA sign pact on airline security

Rediff.com19 Nov 2003

To bring about synergy between the two airlines, Air-India and Indian Airlines have signed an agreement under which the domestic carrier will handle all security-related functions for all international flights.

Which is the best airport in India?

Which is the best airport in India?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport has been voted as the 'Best Airport in India' according to a survey of passengers and opinion makers conducted by Air Passengers Association of India.

Indian airports world's most delayed:<I>Forbes</I>

Indian airports world's most delayed:Forbes

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Country's financial hub Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International and national capital's Indira Gandhi International airports have grabbed the first and second ranks in terms of late arrivals in the world's most-delayed airports list compiled by Forbes. Topping the list of the world's most-delayed airport for the second year in a row, Mumbai's international airport, saw just 49.95 per cent of on-time arrivals.

Maiden visit: Paris Hilton flies into Mumbai

Maiden visit: Paris Hilton flies into Mumbai

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

Donning a blue long dress with sunglasses, Paris stepped out from a Turkish airline flight around 4 am at the city's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

Iran Air flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai

Iran Air flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai

Rediff.com3 Sep 2008

There were 294 passengers on-board when the aircraft made the emergency landing, a Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) official said, adding that, all passengers were safe. "Full emergency was declared on Iran Air flight, IR-811, after one of its engine caught fire. The incident happened when the aircraft had flown some 90 nautical miles from Mumbai," an official said.

Media delegation from Pak arrives on a week-long visit

Media delegation from Pak arrives on a week-long visit

Rediff.com21 May 2012

A 14-member media delegation from Pakistan was accorded a warm traditional welcome on their arrival in Mumbai on Monday for a week-long study trip.

Mumbai Airport will not be renamed: Govt

Mumbai Airport will not be renamed: Govt

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

The government on Wednesday asked promoters of the Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) to keep in mind local sensibilities during its modernisation amid claims of change of name of the airport.The Civil Aviation Ministry has strongly refuted allegations that the present name of the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is being altered and the location of the statue of the warrior king is being replaced.

Sirens blare as mock drills conducted across country

Sirens blare as mock drills conducted across country

Rediff.com8 May 2025

India conducted nationwide civil defence mock drills simulating multiple hostile scenarios like air raids, fire emergencies, and rescue operations across several states and union territories. The drills, dubbed 'Operation Abhyaas,' aimed to enhance emergency preparedness in light of recent terror attacks. The exercises involved coordinated efforts by various agencies, including civil defence personnel, police, fire and emergency services, and the military. Mock drills were conducted at various locations, including railway stations, malls, and high-rise buildings, showcasing the response capabilities of authorities in different emergency scenarios. The drills highlighted the importance of public awareness and cooperation in dealing with real-time emergencies.

Test flights make smooth landing at Hyd airport

Test flights make smooth landing at Hyd airport

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

Pilot DD Gandhi, who flew the Kingfisher aircraft from Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, circled thrice over the Shamshabad airport before touching the South Asia's longest runway (4,260 metres) amidst applause from the 50-odd passengers, mostly journalists besides guests and officials of the GMR group.

Chavan gifts Obama a book on Maharashta

Chavan gifts Obama a book on Maharashta

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan presented US President Barack Obama a coffee table book on the state and requested him to keep it in the White House museum.

Ashok Chavan will receive Obama at airport

Ashok Chavan will receive Obama at airport

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Chavan, Deputy Chief Minister Chhagan Bhujbal and Home Minister R R Patil have also been invited for a speech against terrorism by the US president, scheduled at the Taj hotel in the afternoon. However, the ministers have not confirmed whether they will attend the function or not, an official from Mantralaya (the state secretariat) said

Karnataka MLA detained at Mumbai airport

Karnataka MLA detained at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

Immigration officials at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport detained mine owner and Karnataka MLA Santosh Lad on Thursday morning while he was on his way to Dubai. Lad, who represents the Kalaghatgi constituency in Dharwad, was wanted by the Delhi Police in connection with a cheating case.

AI flight makes 'emergency landing' in Mumbai

AI flight makes 'emergency landing' in Mumbai

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Tension prevailed at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai on Wednesday afternoon as an Air India flight from Jeddah carrying more than 286 persons was about to make an emergency landing.