Over 70 Hoax Bomb Threats Disrupt Indian Airlines

A wave of over 70 bomb threats targeting Indian airlines this week has caused widespread panic and significant disruptions for both domestic and international flights. Most threats have been confirmed as hoaxes, but they have nevertheless led to heightened security measures and emergency procedures, including escort by fighter jets in some cases. Notably, an Air India flight from Mumbai to London had to be escorted to Heathrow after a bomb threat was reported, which turned out to be false. The Indian government and civil aviation authorities have warned of strict actions against those responsible, with one minor already arrested. Investigations are ongoing, with police utilizing social media to track down perpetrators, suspected of using VPNs to issue threats anonymously. Airline representatives are collaborating with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security to enhance future security protocols and potentially blacklist offenders.