Use of satellite phones is banned without government permission due to security risks, with past cases involving foreign nationals, while DGCA has directed airlines to inform passengers about restrictions through announcements, offices and onboard publications.
The PAN PAN call, which stands for “Possible Assistance Needed”, is a standard aviation protocol used to prioritise communication and request support, such as radar vectors.
On Wednesday (7th May), the Jammu administration announced a holiday for all educational institutions in five districts across Jammu as tensions escalate with Pakistan in the border area.