Delhi airport operator DIAL on Saturday said there will be no flight arrivals and departures between 10.20 am and 12.45 pm for the next eight days till January 26 in view of the Republic Day week.
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"As per the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued for Republic Day week from 19th to 26th Jan 2025, no flights would be arriving or departing from Delhi Airport between 10:20 AM to 12:45 PM IST," DIAL said in a post on X. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also advised passengers to check with the airlines concerned for the updated flight information.
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Kind attention to all flyers! <a href="https://t.co/yWfzhrsfSl">pic.twitter.com/yWfzhrsfSl</a>
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The government has also asked schools to be careful about kite flying on Republic Day.
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<h2>Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to be chief guest at 76th Republic Day celebrations</h2>
This year, Indonesian President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indonesia-president-to-travel-to-malaysia-after-india-visit-8610323">Prabowo Subianto</a> will be the chief guest for India&rsquo;s Republic Day celebrations on 26 January, according to an announcement made by the government on Thursday.
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President Prabowo&rsquo;s visit to India marks his first as president, following his assumption of office in October 2024. He is the fourth Indonesian leader to be invited as the chief guest for Republic Day, with President Sukarno having attended the inaugural celebrations in 1950.
The Ministry of External Affairs stated, &ldquo;At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto will pay a State Visit to India during 25-26 January 2025. President Prabowo will also be the Chief Guest for India&rsquo;s 76th Republic Day celebrations.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also advised passengers to check with the airlines concerned for the updated flight information.

Delhi airport operator DIAL on Saturday said there will be no flight arrivals and departures between 10.20 am and 12.45 pm for the next eight days till January 26 in view of the Republic Day week. Also read: Abhay Singh aka 'IIT Baba' reveals the reason behind his abrupt Maha Kumbh exit "As per the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued for Republic Day week from 19th to 26th Jan 2025, no flights would be arriving or departing from Delhi Airport between 10:20 AM to 12:45 PM IST," DIAL said in a post on X. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also advised passengers to check with the airlines concerned for the updated flight information. Kind attention to all flyers! pic.twitter.com/yWfzhrsfSl — Delhi Airport (@DelhiAirport) January 18, 2025 The government has also asked schools to be careful about kite flying on Republic Day. Also read: Are you charging 'Woman Tax' from your husband? This British woman does. Know what it is Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to be chief guest at 76th Republic Day celebrations This year, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest for India’s Republic Day celebrations on 26 January, according to an announcement made by the government on Thursday. Also read: 'Fondly Remember Watching This,' says Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as Ramayana Anime readies for big screen release President Prabowo’s visit to India marks his first as president, following his assumption of office in October 2024. He is the fourth Indonesian leader to be invited as the chief guest for Republic Day, with President Sukarno having attended the inaugural celebrations in 1950. The Ministry of External Affairs stated, “At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto will pay a State Visit to India during 25-26 January 2025. President Prabowo will also be the Chief Guest for India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations.” (With inputs from agencies)

Flight disruptions at Delhi Airport from Jan 19-26: Check timings and updates

Social media users mocked Delhi’s poor infrastructure after part of the roof at the city’s airport collapsed.

Visuals of water pouring into the facility drew regretful comparisons to Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport, which boasts the world’s tallest indoor fountain.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/roof-collapses-at-terminal-1-of-delhi-airport-amid-heavy-rains-four-injured-735833">One killed, six injured as roof collapses at Terminal-1 of Delhi airport</a>

The video of water pouring down from the airport’s leaking roof triggered a flood of memes on social media.

Notably, the HSBC Rain Vortex at Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport is 40 metres high - equivalent to a seven-storey building, making it the tallest indoor fountain in the world.

Here are some sarcastic memes:

One user wrote sarcastically, “This Delhi airport was ranked the best in the world by an Indian survey company paid by the Indian government. Conflict of interests?”

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— Jayant Bhandari (@JayantBhandari5) <a href="https://twitter.com/JayantBhandari5/status/1806495119832739969?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Another one shared the video of waterfall at Delhi airport along with a photo of Singapore’s Rain Vortex and wrote, “Same same but different.”

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A third wrote, “No need to go to Singapore, just go to Delhi and enjoy.”

“When Singapore Changi airport has a water fountain, everyone goes gaga over it. When Delhi airport has a fountain, everyone has issues with it,” wrote another user.

Roof collapses at Terminal-1 of Delhi airport amid heavy rains

One person died and six people were injured at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 1 after a part of the forecourt’s canopy collapsed on Friday (June 28).&nbsp;

On Friday morning, all flights out of Terminal 1 of Delhi airport were suspended, leading to widespread disruption in travel plans. Notably, many areas in the national capital were submerged following the night of heavy rainfall.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/heavy-rains-in-delhi-ncr-bring-respite-from-intense-heat-more-showers-expected-in-the-week-735521" target="_blank">Heavy rains in Delhi-NCR bring respite from intense heat, more showers expected in the week</a>

The Delhi airport is one of the busiest in the world, which handled 72 million passengers in 2023, according to Airports Council International.

Terminals 1 and 2 handle domestic passengers, while Terminal 3 handles all international travellers.

(With inputs from agencies)

Social media users mocked Delhi’s poor infrastructure after part of the roof at the city’s airport collapsed. Visuals of water pouring into the facility drew regretful comparisons to Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport, which boasts the world’s tallest indoor fountain.

Social media users mocked Delhi’s poor infrastructure after part of the roof at the city’s airport collapsed. Visuals of water pouring into the facility drew regretful comparisons to Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport, which boasts the world’s tallest indoor fountain. Also read: One killed, six injured as roof collapses at Terminal-1 of Delhi airport The video of water pouring down from the airport’s leaking roof triggered a flood of memes on social media. Notably, the HSBC Rain Vortex at Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport is 40 metres high - equivalent to a seven-storey building, making it the tallest indoor fountain in the world. Here are some sarcastic memes: One user wrote sarcastically, “This Delhi airport was ranked the best in the world by an Indian survey company paid by the Indian government. Conflict of interests?” This Delhi airport was ranked the best in the world by an Indian survey company paid by the Indian government. Conflict of interests? pic.twitter.com/KkLAh6THWY — Jayant Bhandari (@JayantBhandari5) June 28, 2024 × Another one shared the video of waterfall at Delhi airport along with a photo of Singapore’s Rain Vortex and wrote, “Same same but different.” Same same but different; 1. Changi Airport (Singapore 🇸🇬) 2. Delhi Airport (India 🇮🇳)#DelhiAirport #DelhiRains #Terminal1 pic.twitter.com/orKDi1XCf8 — Mr Vishal (@SimplyMeVishal) June 28, 2024 × A third wrote, “No need to go to Singapore, just go to Delhi and enjoy.” “When Singapore Changi airport has a water fountain, everyone goes gaga over it. When Delhi airport has a fountain, everyone has issues with it,” wrote another user. Roof collapses at Terminal-1 of Delhi airport amid heavy rains One person died and six people were injured at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 1 after a part of the forecourt’s canopy collapsed on Friday (June 28). On Friday morning, all flights out of Terminal 1 of Delhi airport were suspended, leading to widespread disruption in travel plans. Notably, many areas in the national capital were submerged following the night of heavy rainfall. Also Read: Heavy rains in Delhi-NCR bring respite from intense heat, more showers expected in the week The Delhi airport is one of the busiest in the world, which handled 72 million passengers in 2023, according to Airports Council International. Terminals 1 and 2 handle domestic passengers, while Terminal 3 handles all international travellers. (With inputs from agencies)

Netizens invoke Singapore's Changi fountain to mock water pouring down at Delhi airport

More than 60 flights were affected today at the airport here, with nearly 50 of them getting delayed as a thick blanket of fog engulfed the national capital in the morning.

Around 15 flights were diverted and one was cancelled even as Low Visibility Procedures were implemented at the airport, officials said.

As many as 47 flights were delayed due to bad weather that caused poor visibility conditions in the morning. The situation normalised later, they added.

Out of 15 diversions, 14 domestic and one international flight was diverted. Today witnessed the season&#39;s first fog cover.

Apart from weather conditions, about 55 flights were delayed and seven were cancelled today due to other reasons.

Delhi airport is one of the busiest aerodromes in the country with nearly 1,100 flight movements everyday. 
 
(PTI)

The season's first fog cover was seen on November 30. (Representative image)

More than 60 flights were affected today at the airport here, with nearly 50 of them getting delayed as a thick blanket of fog engulfed the national capital in the morning. Around 15 flights were diverted and one was cancelled even as Low Visibility Procedures were implemented at the airport, officials said. As many as 47 flights were delayed due to bad weather that caused poor visibility conditions in the morning. The situation normalised later, they added. Out of 15 diversions, 14 domestic and one international flight was diverted. Today witnessed the season's first fog cover. Apart from weather conditions, about 55 flights were delayed and seven were cancelled today due to other reasons. Delhi airport is one of the busiest aerodromes in the country with nearly 1,100 flight movements everyday. (PTI)

Delhi fog: More than 60 flights impacted by poor visibility at airport