India's Aviation Disrupted by Over 100 Bomb Threats

Indian airlines have been hit by a surge of hoax bomb threats, with over 100 threats issued in the past week, severely disrupting both domestic and international flights. Major airlines like Air India, Indigo, and Vistara have been targeted, resulting in diverted flights, emergency landings, and extensive security checks, affecting airports like Mumbai and Delhi. The threats, often delivered via social media and email, have prompted authorities to heighten security measures and consider stricter penalties for perpetrators, including no-fly lists and longer sentences. Despite the hoaxes, the Bureau of Civil Aviation reassures passengers of their safety, emphasizing that robust protocols are in place. Investigations are ongoing, with one arrest made, as authorities work to trace the sources of these threats, which have also impacted international carriers.