Emergency Declared on Air India Flight Due to Bomb Threat

An Air India flight from Mumbai to London, Flight AI129, declared an emergency due to a bomb threat reported by the pilot as it approached Heathrow Airport. The incident prompted the Royal Air Force to scramble fighter jets for escort, and the plane safely landed, with a full security sweep planned upon arrival. This bomb threat is part of a disturbing trend, as over 20 bomb threats have been reported on various flights in recent days, affecting multiple airlines including Vistara and IndiGo. The Indian government has responded firmly, with Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu emphasizing strict actions against those responsible for these hoaxes. Authorities are considering additional security measures, including adding offenders to an 'Unruly Passengers' list. The investigation into these threats is ongoing, with law enforcement already making arrests related to the disruptions.