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Flying To Singapore? A New Travel Rule May Stop You From Boarding The Flight
Singapore has rolled out a new travel rule that could affect passengers even before they reach the boarding gate. Here's what flyers should know as the change comes into effect in 2026.
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Pets Up To 10 Kg Now Allowed To Travel In Cabin On Air India Flights
Under the revised rules, cats and dogs weighing up to 10 kg, including the carrier, can now travel inside the economy cabin on selected Air India flights.
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Why Travellers Are Asked To Reach The Airport At Least Two Hours Early
If you have ever wondered why airlines insist you arrive hours before your flight, there is more to it than just caution. Here is a clear breakdown of what really happens behind the scenes - and why those two hours can make all the difference.
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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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Why Are Planes Always Boarded From The Left Side? 5 Interesting Reasons
Below, we'll share 5 interesting reasons why this rule is followed and how it helps keep air travel safe and efficient.
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7 Common Mistakes That Can Get Your Boarding Denied At The Gate
If you think getting the boarding pass is all you need to board the flight, think again. Read on to know some common mistakes that can get you denied from flying on your booked plane.
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How To Claim A Refund After Missing Your Flight (Yes, It Is Possible)
Missed Flight Refund: In aviation terminology, a no-show is when a passenger fails to board their flight without cancelling or rescheduling beforehand. Read on.
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P Chidambaram Claims Student Offloaded As Flight Overbooked, Asks For Rules
Congress leader P Chidambaram claimed that he had the boarding pass of a student who was denied entry into the plane as it was "overbooked".
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On Flight Boarding For Persons With Special Needs, New Draft Rules
No airline can refuse to fly a person with disability, the country's top regulator for air travel said in its proposed rules for air travel on Friday, almost a week after it fined an airline for not allowing a boy with special needs to board a flight
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"Can't Violate Rules": IndiGo CEO On Special Needs Child Denied Boarding
When in doubt, err on the side of caution, IndiGo CEO Ronojoy Dutta underlined amid an escalating row over the airline's decision to not allow a child with special needs on board one of its flights in Ranchi over the weekend.
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Flying To Singapore? A New Travel Rule May Stop You From Boarding The Flight
Singapore has rolled out a new travel rule that could affect passengers even before they reach the boarding gate. Here's what flyers should know as the change comes into effect in 2026.
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Pets Up To 10 Kg Now Allowed To Travel In Cabin On Air India Flights
Under the revised rules, cats and dogs weighing up to 10 kg, including the carrier, can now travel inside the economy cabin on selected Air India flights.
-
Why Travellers Are Asked To Reach The Airport At Least Two Hours Early
If you have ever wondered why airlines insist you arrive hours before your flight, there is more to it than just caution. Here is a clear breakdown of what really happens behind the scenes - and why those two hours can make all the difference.
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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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Why Are Planes Always Boarded From The Left Side? 5 Interesting Reasons
Below, we'll share 5 interesting reasons why this rule is followed and how it helps keep air travel safe and efficient.
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7 Common Mistakes That Can Get Your Boarding Denied At The Gate
If you think getting the boarding pass is all you need to board the flight, think again. Read on to know some common mistakes that can get you denied from flying on your booked plane.
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How To Claim A Refund After Missing Your Flight (Yes, It Is Possible)
Missed Flight Refund: In aviation terminology, a no-show is when a passenger fails to board their flight without cancelling or rescheduling beforehand. Read on.
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P Chidambaram Claims Student Offloaded As Flight Overbooked, Asks For Rules
Congress leader P Chidambaram claimed that he had the boarding pass of a student who was denied entry into the plane as it was "overbooked".
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On Flight Boarding For Persons With Special Needs, New Draft Rules
No airline can refuse to fly a person with disability, the country's top regulator for air travel said in its proposed rules for air travel on Friday, almost a week after it fined an airline for not allowing a boy with special needs to board a flight
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"Can't Violate Rules": IndiGo CEO On Special Needs Child Denied Boarding
When in doubt, err on the side of caution, IndiGo CEO Ronojoy Dutta underlined amid an escalating row over the airline's decision to not allow a child with special needs on board one of its flights in Ranchi over the weekend.
