A PIL in the Madras High Court urges the creation of strict media guidelines for reporting aviation accidents. Filed by advocate M Pravin, it highlights issues of reputational harm to deceased pilots and emotional distress to families due to speculative media narratives. The case is set for hearing next week.
Celebi has initiated lawsuits in the Bombay High Court following the Indian government’s cancellation of its security clearance and airport contracts, citing national security concerns. This action is part of broader legal challenges after similar issues arose in Delhi, significantly impacting Celebi’s operations in India amidst geopolitical tensions.
New Delhi, March 19: The Delhi High Court has asked for a response from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and other authorities regarding a plea seeking the closure of slaughterhouses near Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. The petition argues that these establishments pose a serious risk of bird strikes, which endanger the safety of passengers and aircraft.
Today, On 21st January, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the High Court’s decision to quash the FIR against BJP MPs in an airport violation case. However, a bench of Justices A S Oka and Manmohan allowed the state government to send the evidence from the investigation to the authorized officer.
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Parliament approved the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024, updating the outdated Aircraft Act of 1934. This legislation enhances civil aviation regulations in India, extending authority to the DGCA and other bodies while implementing penalties for violations. Concerns regarding government control and arbitration authority were raised by PRS Legislative Research.
The Government introduced the Bhartiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill 2024 to replace the outdated Aircraft Act of 1934, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative to boost business efficiency in the civil aviation sector. The bill aims to streamline processes, enhance regulatory clarity, and empower the government to manage airspace effectively, but has sparked controversy over its Hindi naming.
The Delhi High Court has clarified that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) holds the authority to act against pilots who breach their contract, specifically in relation to the mandatory notice period before resignation. This decision came in response to a plea by budget airline Akasa Air, which faced the resignation of 43 of […]
