Amid speculation over Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir's meeting with US President Donald Trump amid Iran's conflict with Israel, a senior Iranian diplomat has hoped that Pakistan airspace and airbases will not be used for operations against his country.
Naidu also commended the pilots and crew for their professionalism and presence of mind in handling the emergency situation, ensuring the safety of all passengers on board.
Naidu said the government has simply maintained the existing status. "The NOTAM has been extended. We have maintained the status quo..." he told reporters.
The Ministry stated, "Indian airspace is not approved for ACFTs registered in Pakistan and ACFTs operated/owned or leased by Pakistani airlines/operators, including military flights."
In an interview with ANI, the scientist delved into the features and said that the missile was created as a multi-target engagement capability, able to track and destroy up to multiple targets simultaneously.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has rescheduled its flights to Toronto, London and Rome, rerouting its operations to avoid Pakistan airspace due to the ongoing situation between India and Pakistan, Bangladesh's State News Agency, BSS, reported.
The heightened security measures also come amid multiple small-arms firing from the Pakistani forces along the Line of Control (LOC), which was responded by the Indian forces accordingly.
After the closure of Pakistan airspace for Indian carriers, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Saturday issued a set of advisory guidelines to airlines to ensure effective passenger handling.
Following the deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, Pakistan announced airspace restrictions for all Indian airlines. Several airlines, including SpiceJet, Air India, and IndiGo, have issued travel advisories for their passengers.
Washington [US], October 29 (ANI): A Pentagon official, while speaking to congress, informed that Islamabad continues to provide the US access to its airspace and the two sides are also talking about keeping that access open in the future.