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13 flights cancelled at Pune airport amid India-Pak tensions

Pune Airport Director Santosh Dhoke confirmed that all affected passengers were informed in advance via multiple channels, including airline communications, airport announcements, and digital media platforms. (HT FILE)
Published on May 09, 2025 07:00 AM IST

Flights from Pune to Amritsar, Chandigarh, Kishangarh, Rajkot, Jodhpur affected

Five flights to northern destinations were cancelled on Wednesday causing confusion and inconvenience to passengers at Pune airport after Operation Sindoor. (HT FILE)
Published on May 08, 2025 09:06 AM IST

Fourth theft in 16 months: Dubai-Pune flyer robbed of 1.5 lakh cash at airport

A similar incident occurred on January 13 this year when another passenger, Prasanna Vijay Nahar, 42, from Nigdi, reported a theft of 1.8 lakh from his checked-in luggage after arriving from Delhi on an Air India flight. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on May 06, 2025 07:54 AM IST

Hunt for elusive leopard continues at Pune airport; probe on in Daund baby death case

Efforts continue for over 40 hours to verify the alleged involvement of leopard in the death of infant in Daund; leopard continues to evade capture five days into the launch of search operations on the premises of Pune airport (HT FILE)
Published on May 03, 2025 08:08 AM IST

Redevelopment of old terminal at Pune airport to be completed by August 2025

As per the information shared by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) Pune, redevelopment of the old terminal will entail conversion of the existing arrival hall into an extended departure hall connected to the new integrated terminal building (NITB) via a corridor. (HT FILE)
Published on May 01, 2025 06:12 AM IST

Hours later, search operation still going on for leopard 

Tathe further confirmed that flight operations at Pune Airport remain unaffected by the ongoing efforts.  (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Apr 30, 2025 06:20 AM IST

Leopard sighting near Pune Airport triggers panic 

However, it is yet to be confirmed whether the animal was actually near the runway. A team of forest officials is en route to the location to investigate. (FILE)
Published on Apr 29, 2025 05:56 AM IST

Low-cost ‘Udaan Yatra Café’ to open at Pune airport today

The highlight of the ‘Udaan Yatra Café’ is its affordability offering essentials like bottled water and tea at just 10. The initiative aims to benefit the everyday traveller, making refreshments at the airport accessible to all. (HT FILE)
Published on Apr 28, 2025 07:32 AM IST

Pune Airport runway expansion project to be implemented on fast-track basis

During a meeting with senior officials from multiple departments, Mohol also instructed the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to construct an alternative road in the Lohegaon area, as the existing Vishrantwadi–Lohegaon Road is expected to be affected by the airstrip extension work. (HT)
Published on Apr 09, 2025 05:36 AM IST

Pune Airport sees 10.6 % rise in footfall from previous year 

Meanwhile, December 2024 recorded the highest passenger volume of the year, totalling 954,000 travellers.   (HT)
Published on Apr 04, 2025 06:26 AM IST

Pune Airport to operate 104 flights daily under ‘summer schedule’

This marks a notable increase compared to the ongoing winter schedule wherein Pune Airport handles around 90 departures and 90 arrivals daily, totalling 180 flight movements per day. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Mar 31, 2025 06:20 AM IST

Pune DRM reviews pax facilities at Pune railway station

Divisional railway manager (DRM) of Pune division, Central Railway (CR), Rajesh Kumar Verma, on Friday reviewed the Pune railway station premises. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Mar 29, 2025 08:06 AM IST

Pax furious over flight delays at Pune airport

With many flights getting delayed over the past two to three days, passengers flying out of Pune airport are facing a lot of inconvenience. (HT FILE)
Published on Feb 27, 2025 06:48 AM IST

Foreign currency worth $400,000 seized from students' notebooks at Pune airport

Customs officials seized over $400,000 hidden in notebooks at Pune airport.
Updated on Feb 27, 2025 05:09 AM IST

Ex-Maha minister claims son ‘taken’ on Bangkok flight ‘forcefully’: Police

Ex-Maharashtra minister Tanaji Sawant (middle)
Published on Feb 10, 2025 09:32 PM IST

DigiYatra service launched at Pune Airport’s new terminal

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol during the inauguration of DigiYatra service at Pune Airport’s New Integrated Terminal Building. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Feb 10, 2025 07:40 AM IST

Mohol proposes Katraj-Hinjewadi, Kharadi-Airport metro lines

The minister has also proposed a metro line through double-decker flyover to facilitate traffic flow on Vanaz to Chandani Chowk route. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Feb 06, 2025 06:20 AM IST

DigiYatra to start ops at Pune Airport’s new terminal from February 8

All necessary permits and technical processes have now been completed, and the system is ready for service, said officials. (HT )
Updated on Jan 31, 2025 11:50 PM IST

Stuck in traffic, many Punekars miss flights

Pune airport has for a long time been one of India’s top 10 airports in terms of passenger traffic. Being aware of the city’s future air traffic growth potential, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) should have thought of teaming up with local elected representatives, municipal and state government authorities to create rapid transport infrastructure for speedy and economical commute to the airport from various parts of the city, says expert. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 09:00 AM IST

Pune airport sets new record of 208 flight ops in single day

While the number of flights today is around 200 daily, we need a minimum of 400 to 500 flights daily from Pune Airport to cater to the demand, says official. (HT FILE)
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 08:44 AM IST

Screening of pax not yet started at Pune Airport, HMPV notwithstanding

An eight-month-old girl in Bengaluru has been found to be infected with the virus. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 05:52 AM IST

Digi Yatra system to start operating from Pune Airport New Terminal

Pune is the fourth airport in the country to use the FRS system of Digi Yatra for the passengers’ security check-in process. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 07:04 AM IST

Roads less choked as VIP visits decrease post govt formation

Security arrangements including temporary ‘no entries’ were in place till polling day to ensure a smooth commute for VIPs including state and union ministers and others who participated in the election campaigns. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 05:10 AM IST

Delay in online cab booking at Pune Airport allege passengers, demand action by RTO and CCPA

According to advocate Milind Pawar, affected commuters should approach the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA). (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 05:06 AM IST

Passengers stranded at Kochi airport reach Pune after 9 hours delay

Not only the Kochi-Pune flight but several flights of the Air India Express from Kochi airport to other destinations like Bengaluru and Kolkata got cancelled. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 07, 2024 06:50 AM IST

Cab Drivers threaten strike from Dec 11 to Dec 15 demanding higher commission

According to the drivers, no action has been taken despite repeated complaints. As a result, they have decided to go on strike, seeking resolution of the issue. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 04, 2024 06:44 AM IST

Mahayuti aims to win all eight assembly seats in Pune city: Murlidhar Mohol

BJP has entrusted Pune Member of Parliament (MP) and minister of state for civil aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, with significant responsibilities in the upcoming assembly elections. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Nov 15, 2024 08:38 AM IST

Pune airport expands domestic, int’l flights

In addition, Air India Express will begin direct flights from Pune to Chennai and Kochi. “My hometown is Chennai, and there used to be few direct flights from Pune to Chennai. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Oct 26, 2024 06:18 AM IST

Three flights at Pune Airport receive bomb threats

The threat to the flights was assessed and the procedure to file a police complaint was carried out, said officials. (HT FILE)
Published on Oct 24, 2024 10:46 PM IST

Flyers frustrated with switching terminals, arduous walking at Pune Airport

passengers arriving at the new terminal have to walk all the way to the new Aero Mall just to board a cab. (Representative Photo)
Updated on Oct 14, 2024 08:02 AM IST