Tensions erupted in Kyrgyzstan's capital Bishkek when foreign students faced violent attacks by locals. The locals attempted to enter the campus but were prevented by police who came in to protect the students, the security had been increased. Following violent attacks by locals on international students, Indian students in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, remain under threat. Another student assured TOI that the Indian students were secure. Despite the fact that there was security, a female student expressed anxiety about the situation, stating that it was clear that the rioters, who were still on the loose, may target anyone they spotted outside. At the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy, where Indian students are also enrolled, there have been instances of trespassing. One of the students added, "There is no control over the situation."

A passenger has died and 71 others were injured during a flight from London to Singapore due to severe turbulence. The Boeing 777-300 ER, carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew members, experienced a drop over 6,000 feet in just five minutes, causing the plane to be diverted to Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Singapore Airlines confirmed the death.

The Bengaluru airport authorities have revoked the new fee structure that mandated private and commercial vehicles to pay Rs 150 for up to seven minutes at Terminals 1 and 2. This decision came just hours after the initial notification, which included cab services like Ola and Uber, was issued.

Air India flight with 175 passengers onboard faced a mid-air scare on Friday due to a suspected fire in the air conditioning unit. Flight 807 from Delhi to Bangalore landed safely at 6:38 pm, Hindustan Times reported. An Air India spokesperson said, “Air India flight AI807 flying from Delhi to Bengaluru Air returned to Delhi this evening after a fire warning from its auxiliary power unit. After the pilots exercised the necessary protocols, the aircraft made an uneventful landing and all passengers and crew deplaned at the aerobridge safely.

The Uttarakhand government has prohibited the use of mobile phones within a 200-meter radius around the state's Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri temples owing to increased visitor traffic at these venerated places.

Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced an 8-month salary bonus for employees after achieving a record net profit of $2.7 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024—a 24% increase. Strong demand for flights and a thriving cargo sector offset rising costs and geopolitical tensions, contributing to the airline's success.

Journalist Anubha Pandey faced a 12-hour ordeal at Delhi airport due to multiple flight delays and a cancellation by IndiGo. She arrived at 9 am for a 10:40 am flight to Hyderabad, discovering it canceled. There was chaos at the reservation counter with no dedicated assistance for affected passengers.

There have been two incidents involving passenger Boeing 737s in Senegal and Turkey during takeoff and landing, casting doubt on the safety record of the aircraft manufacturer. At Blaise Diagne International Airport in Dakar, the capital, a chartered Air Senegal Boeing B737-300 aircraft went off a runway prior to takeoff early on Thursday.

When a lady was refused boarding an aircraft by Lufthansa employees, she documented the incident and publicized it on social media. An dispute ensued between the ground workers and the woman, during which she was repeatedly observed questioning why she was unable to board the plane. On the other side, Lufthansa personnel alerted security to her. After the video went viral, Lufthansa's official X account responded to it.

Air India Express cancels 85 flights due to cabin crew shortage, impacting 20% of its daily schedule. It will operate 283 flights with Air India's help on 20 routes. Affected passengers are offered full refunds or rescheduling at no extra cost. Guests are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport.