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First Post
15 hours ago
- Politics
- First Post
India extends ban on Pakistani aircraft citing post-Sindoor security protocols, issues new Notam
India has extended its ban on Pakistani aircraft entering Indian airspace till August 23, 2025, amid heightened border tensions and ongoing security concerns. The move comes alongside a fresh airspace alert ahead of a major Indian Air Force drill near the Pakistan border. read more India has extended its ban on Pakistani aircraft entering Indian airspace until August 23, 2025, citing security reasons. A fresh Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued on Tuesday, regarding the decision. Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, confirmed the extension on X, stating that it aligns with ongoing strategic and security considerations. The move comes after Pakistan recently prolonged its own ban on Indian flights through its airspace. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) announced that the restriction for Indian carriers will remain in effect until 5:19 am (IST) on August 24. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Meanwhile, India has also issued a NOTAM for a major Indian Air Force (IAF) exercise scheduled between July 23 and 25 in Rajasthan, along the India–Pakistan border. The drill will span regions from Barmer to Jodhpur. The recent NOTAM restricting civilian flights comes in the wake of increased tensions along the India–Pakistan border, following Pakistan's drone and missile intrusions during Operation Sindoor. The Pakistani attacks had targeted Rajasthan's border districts — Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Sri Ganganagar. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in response to a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists. A NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) is typically issued to clear specific airspace of civilian aircraft during military operations. Such notices were also issued during previous periods of heightened conflict with Pakistan to prevent any commercial aircraft from entering potential conflict zones — a precaution to avoid civilian casualties during aerial engagements.
Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Pakistani Airspace to Remain Closed for Indian Aircraft Until August 24
The Pakistan Airports Authority has announced that its airspace will stay closed to Indian aircraft until August 24. This ban affects all Indian-registered planes as well as those operated, owned, or leased by Indian airlines, including military flights. This move comes amid ongoing tensions between the two countries. India had earlier closed its airspace to all Pakistani aircraft until July 24, a decision made after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 that claimed 26 lives. Since April 24, Pakistan has kept its airspace shut to Indian flights in response to India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, a controversial step that escalated tensions further. Both sides have repeatedly extended their respective airspace bans, with the most recent extension lasting until July 24. Now, Pakistan has announced it will continue its ban for another month. The closures highlight the strained relationship between the two neighbors and the ongoing challenges in their diplomatic ties.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Express Tribune
Pakistan extends ban on Indian planes
Pakistan has extended the ban on entry of Indian aircraft in Pakistan airspace for another term. The new restrictions came into effect at 3:20 pm on Friday — July 18 — and will continue till 4:59 am of August 24, according to the Pakistan Standard Time. According to a statement issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), the restriction will apply to all planes registered in India or leased by Indian authorities or airlines. Pakistan closed its airspace for Indian airlines after escalation of tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations in the wake of the April 22 attack on tourists in Indian occupied Kashmir. This restriction is causing heavy losses to Indian airlines who now have to take much longer routes to reach various destinations including the Middle East, Europe and the United States.
Deccan Herald
4 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.'
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Pakistan extends ban on Indian flights in its airspace till August 24
Pakistan has extended the closure of its airspace for flights operated by Indian airlines by another month till August 24, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) said. No aircraft operated by Indian airlines, or military and civilian flights that are Indian-owned or leased, will be allowed to use Pakistani airspace, according to a NOTAM (notice to airmen) that came into effect at 3:50 pm India time on Friday. The ban will remain in place till August 24 at 5:19 am (India time), the PAA said. The Indian airspace is also closed to all Pakistani aircraft till July 24 after a ban was imposed first on April 30 as part of measures taken by the Indian government against Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on April 22. Pakistan shut its airspace for Indian aircraft on April 24 and the tit-for-tat restrictions by the two nations have been extended multiple times. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
