Traffic movement hit on NH169 as Gas tanker topples at SK Border
Chikkamagaluru: Traffic movement has been disrupted on NH169 after a gas tanker turned turtle in the middle of the road at SK Border in the limits of Karkala rural police station.
The tanker toppled when its driver lost control over the vehicle on last night near Kudremukh. Fortunately, no casualty was reported, but the vehicular movement between Kudremukh-Karkala-Shringeri-Mangaluru has been disrupted.
Many vehicles have stranded in the traffic jam for about 10 km from the SK Border on the National Highway 169. Airavat buses have lined up in Kudremukh leading the passengers in trouble.
The Karkala police have visited the spot and taken measures to clear the traffic.
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Arrive 3 hours early: Airlines urge passengers as centre tightens airport security after Pak attack
New Delhi: Airlines have asked passengers to reach airports at least three hours before departure after the Centre increased security measures in response to Pakistan’s ongoing attack, reported India Today.
According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, all passengers will now face a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC) before boarding. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has directed all airports and airlines to step up security.
Air India said, “Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours prior to departure. Check-in closes 75 minutes before departure.” Akasa Air and IndiGo issued similar advisories, asking passengers to allow more time for security checks.
All passengers must carry valid photo ID and will undergo secondary checks before boarding. Visitor entry to terminals has been banned, and Air Marshals will be deployed as required.
The moves come as India’s defence systems shot down Pakistani missiles and drones in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. At least 21 airports are shut till May 10, and several flights are cancelled. Civilian aircraft are avoiding airspace over Pakistan and India’s western corridor, data from Flightradar24 shows.
