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Bokaro Airport is nearing operational status. A high-level meeting directed officials to speed up pending clearances. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security will inspect the airport soon. Security clearance is a key step before commercial flights can begin. The Airports Authority of India and Bokaro Steel Plant are working to complete remaining tasks. An airline operator is still being sought.

South Indian cinema saw major updates: Suriya's 'Karuppu' might get an extended cut with deleted scenes, while Allu Arjun earned praise for opting for a commercial flight to cut production costs. Meanwhile, Ram Charan's 'Peddi' faced a Japan premiere postponement, and Madhav Suresh explained his social media break due to cyberbullying.

Public sector oil companies have reduced aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for international flights by nearly 27%, providing relief to airlines and travelers. However, commercial LPG cylinder prices have seen an increase of Rs 42 due to volatile global energy costs and disrupted supply chains from West Asia.

Allu Arjun is prioritizing film budgets over luxury for his upcoming movie 'Raaka'. The 'Pushpa' star has refused private jet travel, choosing commercial flights instead. This decision aims to reduce production costs, ensuring money is spent on the film itself. Arjun is currently shooting 'Raaka' in Mumbai after a family vacation.

"A coordinated priority is prepared through which we try to get our ships out. Currently, there are about 13 Indian-flagged vessels there: one LPG tanker, five crude oil tankers, one chemical or product tanker, three container ships, two bulk carriers, and one dredger. Our priority is to get our ships out that are currently inside," said Opesh Kumar Sharma, Director at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

An Air India flight to San Francisco returned to Delhi after nearly nine hours in the air. A critical safety system, the Traffic Collision Avoidance System, malfunctioned. This system is vital for preventing mid-air collisions. The Boeing 777 carried around 250 passengers. The airline is arranging alternative travel for them.

A former British Airways flight attendant's archive reveals Queen Elizabeth II's preferences during a 1989 royal tour. Notes detail her liking for a pre-guest martini and the provision of Velamints. The collection, now up for auction, also offers insights into the Concorde era and celebrity encounters, providing a rare glimpse into royal travel routines.

US aviation disruptions, initially linked to Memorial Day thunderstorms, are now causing widespread international travel chaos. Major US airports face a confluence of issues including weather, congestion, and staff shortages, leading to cascading delays across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean.

Number of buses to increase based on demand; staff hiring in process