IndiGo Issues UAE-India Advisory, Several Flights to Dubai Cancelled Until April 30 UAE airlines are operating limited flight schedules to key destinations as adverse weather and regional conditions continue to disrupt operations. Passengers have been advised to check flight status before traveling, rely on official airline updates, and proceed to airports only with confirmed bookings. The UAE authorities also issued a clarification on the sounds of thunder amid prevailing weather conditions, stating that such noises should not be confused with missile interception activities. IndiGo, India’s largest airline, issued an advisory for UAE-India flights on March 23, warning travelers of potential disruptions. The airline canceled several flights to Dubai until April 30, citing ongoing regional tensions and operational challenges. Other carriers, including Philippine Airlines and Cathay Pacific, also suspended Dubai flights during the same period. Air India and Air India Express, however, increased their flights to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to accommodate demand. The UAE’s air defense systems are actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, urging residents to stay in safe locations and follow official updates. Saudi Arabia’s defense ministry reported that two ballistic missiles were launched toward Riyadh, with air defenses intercepting one while the other fell in an uninhabited area. An all-clear was issued for Al-Kharj, a city near Riyadh, after the incident. In Abu Dhabi, debris from a intercepted ballistic missile fell in the Al Shawamekh area, injuring an Indian national. Officials emphasized the importance of relying only on verified information and avoiding the spread of rumors.#uae #indigo #air_india #cathay_pacific #philippine_airlines
