Flight operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport were thrown into chaos after employees of AI Airport Services Limited launched a strike, severely disrupting baggage handling, boarding and aircraft turnaround services. Passengers arriving on Air India flights reportedly remained stranded inside aircraft for nearly an hour, while baggage reclaim areas saw huge crowds and long delays. Viral videos from inside grounded aircraft showed frustrated passengers waiting without updates.

PM Modi inaugurates major infrastructure projects in Navi Mumbai, including the new airport and Metro Phase 2B, enhancing the city’s connectivity, modernising transport, and creating new opportunities for businesses and residents. Here is all you need to know about Mumbai’s latest infrastructure breakthrough.