News for 'Mumbai Airport'

Airfares May Surge After Court Order

Airfares May Surge After Court Order

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

The cost of any flight from Delhi and Mumbai could rise by up to Rs 3,000 soon unless the airport regulator is able to reverse a court order.

'Love Story Hoga,' Promises Emraan

'Love Story Hoga,' Promises Emraan

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'The only challenge was making a family-friendly show with Emraan.'

Over 1,000 Indians stranded in Doha evacuated in 3 days

Over 1,000 Indians stranded in Doha evacuated in 3 days

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Qatar Airways operated a Doha-New Delhi flight on Monday on which more than 300 Indian passengers stranded in Doha travelled to India, the Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar, said on its X handle.

11 Cool Things To Do At Mumbai Airport

11 Cool Things To Do At Mumbai Airport

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Mumbai's gleaming glass and chrome Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport has plenty to keep you entertained before your flight.

Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web Review: A Neeraj Pandey thriller

Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web Review: A Neeraj Pandey thriller

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

It is difficult to make conveyor belt and baggage-scanning scenes thrilling -- which is how most people trying to sneak out through the Green Channel are caught -- but Neeraj Pandey and co-director Raghav M Jairath and co-writer Vipul K Rawal make sure there is enough going on to make the series watchable, raves Deepa Gahlot.

After delays, Mumbai airport resumes operations

After delays, Mumbai airport resumes operations

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

The airport operator removed the SpiceJet aircraft which had skidded after landing amid heavy rains on Tuesday.

CBI arrests gangster Chhota Rajan's aide Santosh Sawant from Mumbai airport

CBI arrests gangster Chhota Rajan's aide Santosh Sawant from Mumbai airport

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Jailed gangster Chhota Rajan's close aide Santosh Mahadeo Sawant was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation as he landed at Mumbai airport from Singapore, after being on the run for 18 years, officials said on Wednesday.

Regulators slap Rs 2.70-cr fine on Mumbai airport, IndiGo, AI and SpiceJet

Regulators slap Rs 2.70-cr fine on Mumbai airport, IndiGo, AI and SpiceJet

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Aviation security regulator BCAS on Wednesday slapped fines totalling Rs 1.80 crore on IndiGo and Mumbai airport operator MIAL over the incident of passengers having food on the airport's apron. The apron is the area around the aircraft where it has finally parked for deboarding.

Iran moves closer to naming Khamenei's successor

Iran moves closer to naming Khamenei's successor

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Quoting assembly of experts member Mirbaqeri, the report stated that while a "majority consensus over Khamenei's successor has been reached," the transition process is not yet fully complete as "some obstacles regarding the process need to be resolved."

Was Sheena Bora Shot Dead?

Was Sheena Bora Shot Dead?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Oh, what a strange 'tangled web' these two men and one woman have been caught up in for the last nine years. Or allegedly 'weaved'.

O'Romeo: The Real Story Of Hussain Ustara And Sapna

O'Romeo: The Real Story Of Hussain Ustara And Sapna

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In O'Romeo, Shahid Kapoor plays dreaded gangster Hussain Ustara, whose life has been touched upon in S Hussain Zaidi and Jane Borges' book Mafia Queens.

India's Busiest Route: Air India Beats Indigo!

India's Busiest Route: Air India Beats Indigo!

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

With 7.64 million seats, the Mumbai-Delhi route in 2025 was the eighth busiest route in the world.

Baramati crash due to 'missed approach', says aircraft owner

Baramati crash due to 'missed approach', says aircraft owner

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The owner of VSR Ventures, whose aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed, suggests the pilot initiated a 'missed approach' due to poor visibility. The owner vouches for the pilot's experience and the aircraft's maintenance.

How Women Power India

How Women Power India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

In which area of Indian life are women not running the show?

Middle East conflict: 52,000 Indians return

Middle East conflict: 52,000 Indians return

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

India is closely monitoring the situation in West Asia and working to ensure the safety of its citizens stranded in the region. Over 52,000 Indians have returned home following the partial opening of airspace.

Mumbai airport re-opens

Mumbai airport re-opens

Rediff.com31 Jul 2005

'Flights have now begun to operate and clearing of the huge backlog of flights of domestic and international airlines should pose no problems, if the visibility continues and there is no further rain,' an airport official said.

On The Vande Bharat After The World Cup Win

On The Vande Bharat After The World Cup Win

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Many fans hadn't even bothered to change their Team India jerseys with which they watched the match. A few wanted to carry on the stadium atmosphere into the train singing songs like Chak De India and Vande Mataram. They played them so loudly and ensured no one got a wink of sleep. Of course, the main topic of discussion was Sanju Samson.

Mumbai Joins Twin-Airport Cities

Mumbai Joins Twin-Airport Cities

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

With the launch of Navi Mumbai International Airport, Mumbai has now joined this exclusive league. Discover the great cities of the world that already thrive with twin international airports.

IndiGo cancels nearly 220 flights despite CEO saying ops stable

IndiGo cancels nearly 220 flights despite CEO saying ops stable

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

According to sources, the crisis-ridden airline cancelled 137 flights at Delhi airport and 21 services at Mumbai airport.

Mumbai airport may penalise airlines

Mumbai airport may penalise airlines

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

The slot charge has been included in Mumbai International Airport Limited's rate revision proposal.

'Paatal Lok': Mumbai to get underground tunnels to ease traffic

'Paatal Lok': Mumbai to get underground tunnels to ease traffic

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans for a vast underground tunnel network in Mumbai to ease traffic congestion, describing it as a 'Paatal Lok,' a parallel road system. The tunnel grid will cover the city in multiple directions, complementing existing arterial routes and Metro corridors. Several tunnel projects are under construction, including Thane-Borivali and Mulund-Goregaon, to improve east-west connectivity. An integrated Mumbai One app has been launched to enable a common ticket for various modes of transport.

Gulf Strikes Disrupt Cricket: ECB Scraps Abu Dhabi Matches

Gulf Strikes Disrupt Cricket: ECB Scraps Abu Dhabi Matches

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

The ECB cancelled the England Lions vs Pakistan Shaheens match in Abu Dhabi and postponed the England Women's training camp after US and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered missile fire across the Gulf and airspace closures.

David Miller receives medical clearance to feature in T20 World Cup

David Miller receives medical clearance to feature in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

South Africa's senior batter David Miller on Saturday received medical clearance to join the national squad for the T20 World Cup which begins on February 7.

IndiGo's Jeddah-Hyderabad flight diverted after 'human bomb' threat

IndiGo's Jeddah-Hyderabad flight diverted after 'human bomb' threat

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad received a threat email claiming a 'human bomb' on an IndiGo flight from Jeddah, leading to its diversion to Mumbai where it landed safely. Authorities are investigating the threat.

Mumbai airport's stunningTerminal 2

Mumbai airport's stunningTerminal 2

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

The swanky Terminal 2 at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai is set to open in September this year.

'I Am Beautiful The Way I Am'

'I Am Beautiful The Way I Am'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Shahid hints at Farzi 2... Shubangi at her film screening... Shanaya promotes her film...

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The South Africans had only recently wiped away their reputation of being chokers. Finn Allen got them to choke again.

Lucky Us! Our Flight Was Delayed, But Took Off

Lucky Us! Our Flight Was Delayed, But Took Off

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Stranded at an airport because of flight delays/cancellations? Do tell us your travel story; mail us at newsdesk@rediff.co.in with your name, where you were traveling to, and what happened to your flight.

Spotted: Siddharth at Mumbai airport

Spotted: Siddharth at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com28 Jan 2010

Reader Govardhan Reddy has sent us a photograph.

Spotted! Govinda at Mumbai airport

Spotted! Govinda at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Reader Nishant sent us a photograph.

Spotted: Vikram at Mumbai airport

Spotted: Vikram at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

Reader Sravani Kolli has sent us this photograph of the star.

Centre to evacuate Indians from Gulf; IndiGo to operate 10 Jeddah flights

Centre to evacuate Indians from Gulf; IndiGo to operate 10 Jeddah flights

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi assures that the Indian government is prepared to bring back Indians stranded in the Gulf region due to the Iran-Israel conflict and disruptions in Dubai, emphasizing citizen safety as the top priority.

Flight ops at Mumbai airport to be suspended for 6 hours on Oct 18

Flight ops at Mumbai airport to be suspended for 6 hours on Oct 18

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The operator, Adani Group, said it has "planned a runway closure on October 18 from 11 am to 5 pm, for repair and maintenance work on both its runways", as part of its annual post-monsoon preventive maintenance exercise.

Ajit Pawar identified by wristwatch at Baramati crash site

Ajit Pawar identified by wristwatch at Baramati crash site

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Eyewitnesses identified Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar at the site of a plane crash in Pune district by his wristwatch. The crash of the Learjet resulted in multiple fatalities, including the pilot, co-pilot, PSO, and flight attendant. An investigation is underway.

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Lit fests in India have become vibrant cultural celebrations across India, bringing together celebrated authors, emerging voices, poets, thinkers and passionate readers, many of them very young, under one lively roof.

Ajit Pawar's plane crash could be a conspiracy, alleges nephew Rohit

Ajit Pawar's plane crash could be a conspiracy, alleges nephew Rohit

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Rohit Pawar highlighted the atmosphere of suspicion, grief, and political intrigue currently surrounding these events in Maharashtra. He mentioned an investigation into the accident, citing a book that suggests killing a person's driver is an easy way to target them.

Mumbai Airport to shut both runways for 5 hours on May 2

Mumbai Airport to shut both runways for 5 hours on May 2

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

The scheduled temporary runway closure is an annual exercise and a contingency plan on the same will help maintain operational continuity and ensure passengers' safety, the private airport operator said in a statement.

Where Is Virat Kohli Headed To?

Where Is Virat Kohli Headed To?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli headed back to London to rejoin his family.

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: What Went Wrong?

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: What Went Wrong?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The Learjet 45XR aircraft, which was carrying Ajit Pawar and four others from Mumbai, crashed near Baramati airport at 8.48 am on Wednesday.

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'The plane was around 100 feet above the runway. As we rushed towards it, we saw flames, followed by four to five consecutive blasts'