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Aviation ministry acts on hoax threat issuers: Rs 1 lakh penalty; denied boarding in place now

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 17 December 2024
India's aviation ministry has introduced new rules to combat hoax threats against flights. Individuals making such threats now face fines of up to ₹1 lakh, along with other criminal charges. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has also been granted authority to deny boarding or remove individuals from aircraft for security reasons.
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