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Artistes voice concern over Air India baggage rule, extra seat issue

The enforcement of a rule by Air India that restricts carrying large musical instruments as cabin luggage has Indian artistes concerned who flagged the larger issue of baggage mishandling that allegedly ails all airlines across the board. Days after Zubin Balaporia, keyboardist of Indus Creed band, took to Facebook against Air India's extremely discriminating policy. Other musicians have also shared their concerns about the way musical instruments are handled by airlines, resulting in damaged or lost luggage at times. Earlier we were allowed to carry a guitar on board. Now they have stopped this and are asking musicians to pay for an extra seat for the guitar. This is ridiculous. Vistara used to allow guitars on board and IndiGo still does. Come on Air India - TATA Group. Why have such a mercenary attitude. Surely you help in promoting the arts. Have a heart and regain your soul," Balaporia wrote on the social media platform. Meanwhile, a statement by Air India to PTI clarified that

Artistes voice concern over Air India baggage rule, extra seat issue
Updated On : 30 Nov 2024 | 6:06 PM IST

Delhi Airport introduces self-baggage drop facility: Here's how it works

The quick drop facility eliminates the need for a boarding pass or any biometric verification, reducing processing time from one minute to just 30 seconds

Delhi Airport introduces self-baggage drop facility: Here's how it works
Updated On : 18 Jun 2024 | 3:38 PM IST

DIAL introduces self baggage drop facility at Delhi airport's Terminal 3

Delhi airport operator DIAL on Monday said it has introduced Self Baggage Drop (SBD) facility at Terminal 3 that will help reduce the waiting time for passengers at the airport. SBD aims to streamline the baggage drop-off process, reduce the wait time for passengers by around 15-20 minutes and further enhance the overall airport experience. The facility can cater to up to three passengers per minute, according to the Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL). Currently, domestic passengers will be able to use the facility, and it will be made available for international passengers post mandatory approvals. A total of 14 SBD machines, including 12 automated and two hybrids, have been installed. "While currently, passengers travelling IndiGo will be able to use the facility, five other airlines, including Air India, Vistara, Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and British Airways, are likely to allow usage of self-baggage drop for their passengers in the near future," DIAL said in a ..

DIAL introduces self baggage drop facility at Delhi airport's Terminal 3
Updated On : 26 Jun 2023 | 6:36 PM IST

Baggage delivery firm CarterX raises funds from Venture Catalysts

On-demand baggage delivery platform CarterX on Friday said it has secured an undisclosed seed-round from Venture Catalysts

Baggage delivery firm CarterX raises funds from Venture Catalysts
Updated On : 04 Jun 2021 | 1:32 PM IST

Govt allows airlines to decide baggage limitations for domestic flights

"The matter with regard to check-in baggage has been reviewed based on the feedback/inputs received from the concerned stakeholders," the ministry noted

Govt allows airlines to decide baggage limitations for domestic flights
Updated On : 24 Sep 2020 | 3:07 PM IST

Govt strikes fair deal for flyers

Limits on cancellation charges, excess baggage fee proposed; airlines say tickets may get costlier

Govt strikes fair deal for flyers
Updated On : 12 Jun 2016 | 12:11 AM IST