Akasa Air Takes Flight; Nod for International Operations to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar
In a groundbreaking move, Akasa Air has received the government’s approval to extend its flight operations beyond India’s borders, signaling the airline’s entry into the international market. The destinations initially granted are Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar, heralding a new era for this low-cost carrier. This development aligns with India’s modified 0/20 rule, facilitating international flights once an airline possesses a minimum of 20 aircraft in its fleet without any time-based constraints, a shift from the previous 5/20 rule. However, a notable challenge for Akasa Air lies in securing access to destinations like Dubai, where existing bilateral agreements have nearly been exhausted, underscoring the intricacies of international aviation regulations. The airline’s upcoming journey abroad will undoubtedly shape its role in the global aviation landscape.
Austrian activist Schrems’ Facebook complaint referred to EU court
BERLIN, July 20 (Reuters) – Austria’s Supreme Court has questioned the legal basis on which Facebook (FB.O) collects user data and referred key issues for a ruling by Europe’s top court, after awarding symbolic damages to activist Max Schrems in his privacy case against the company. In a 34-page ruling, the Austrian court accepted the request from […]
