by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 1, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Non-Life, Regulation
“Passenger assistance, airline coordination, and terminal crowd management are being closely monitored, with senior officials deployed on the ground,” said the aviation regulator. New Delhi/Mumbai:After a massive disruption due to airspace closures across Iran and...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 1, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, International News, Non-Life, Reinsurance
Tracking data shows some tankers turning around, and at least one shipowner decided not to send its vessel into the strait as a result of the broadcast. Some vessels continue to pass through though — seven ships were seen exiting Hormuz while six were entering after...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Indian News, Regulation, Risk Management, Technology
In its safety recommendations, AAIB said operators of uncontrolled airfields should allow flying activities only when the prevailing MET (Meteorological) conditions are within the criteria laid down in the relevant regulations New Delhi:Aircraft accident probe agency,...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Non-Life, Policy, Reinsurance
“Air routes are being altered, and maritime trade through the Red Sea and key Gulf straits faces heightened uncertainty. If diversions become prolonged, shipments may increasingly have to reroute via the Cape of Good Hope, adding an estimated 15â20 days to...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Workplace/Employee Benefits
An Air India Express spokesperson said that in view of the developing situation in parts of the Gulf Region, “Air India Express has suspended all westbound international flights. The safety and security of our guests and crew remain our highest priority”. New...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Risk Management
The DGCA on Saturday advised airlines to avoid airspaces of 11 countries, including Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, till March 2. New Delhi/ Mumbai:Except for far-east, all international flights from Indian airports cancelled due to West Asia crisis. All international...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Intermediaries, Non-Life, Reinsurance
James Hands, CEO, Miller, said, “Miller has worked with clients in MENA for decades and we are incredibly excited to have found a long-term partner in Shields to enhance our offering and reach. This acquisition will allow us to access a new placement hub in Dubai and...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, International News, Non-Life, Policy, Reinsurance, Risk Management
The attack pushes the Middle East into a renewed military confrontation and further dims hopes for a diplomatic solution to Tehran’s long-running nuclear dispute with the West. U.S. and Isreal have launched military strikes against Iran on Saturday plunging the...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 28, 2026 | Indian News, Non-Life, Reinsurance
Despite its lack of underwriting profitability, ICICI Lombard has consistently outperformed India’s general insurance market. The company’s investment income, including capital gains on equity investments, remains a key contributor of overall earnings to offset...
by AIP Online Bureau | Feb 27, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, International News, Risk Management
Australia on Wednesday “directed the departure of all dependents of Australian officials posted to Israel in response to the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East.” India and several European countries with missions in Iran advised citizens...
