Mangaluru, July 31, 2024: Mangaluru International Airport, has upgraded its security infrastructure by providing advanced equipment to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).

In a ceremony held on Monday, the airport introduced several new security measures, including a second Bullet Resistant Vehicle (BRV) for the Quick Response Team (QRT) and sophisticated tools for the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS).

Key additions to the airport's security capabilities include a Suspect Luggage Containment Vehicle, a Miniature Remote Operated Vehicle, an IR illuminator, and night vision binoculars with a range finder. Furthermore, the Landside Security team at Mangaluru International Airport received two electric scooters to patrol the entry and exit roads effectively.

These enhancements ensure Mangaluru International Airport meets all BDDS equipment requirements set by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), providing the CISF with essential tools to maintain robust airport security.

Mukesh Nankani, Chief Airport Officer of Mangaluru International Airport, ceremonially handed over a symbolic key to the BRV to Virendra Mohan Joshi, Senior Commandant of CISF and Chief Airport Security Officer. The event was attended by Vijit Juyal, Chief Security Officer, AAHL, and other members of the airport leadership team.

“We are committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety and security at Mangaluru International Airport. The deployment of these advanced security measures reflects our ongoing dedication to enhancing passenger safety and operational efficiency,” said Nankani.

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Washington: US President Donald Trump has said he has not yet considered whether he would continue the ceasefire involving Iran, while also claiming the United States holds the advantage in negotiations.

Speaking to reporters, Trump said he was prepared to make a deal with “whoever is running the show” in Iran.

“They are fighting with each other, there’s tremendous infighting. They’re probably fighting for leadership in many cases. I think they’re fighting not to be leader because we knocked out two levels of leaders,” he said.

Trump added, “When they want they can call me. We have all the cards, we’ve won everything.”

Referring to ongoing negotiations, he said, “They gave us a paper that should’ve been better. And, interestingly, immediately when I cancelled it [envoy trip to Pakistan], within 10 minutes we got a new paper that was much better.”

“We talked about they will not have a nuclear weapon, very simple … They offered a lot, but not enough,” he added.

When asked whether he would continue the ceasefire, Trump replied, “I haven’t even thought about it.”

The remarks come as uncertainty remains over the future of the temporary truce and broader negotiations between Washington and Tehran.