Hoax Bomb Threats Disrupt Indian Airlines, Prompt Emergency Landings

A minor has been detained in connection with a series of bomb threats that led to multiple flight diversions, including an Air India plane to Canada.

At least 19 flights have been affected by bomb threats over the past few days, all later confirmed as hoaxes.
An Air India flight from Delhi to Chicago was diverted to Iqaluit, Canada, due to a bomb threat, where passengers were later airlifted to their destination by the Canadian Armed Forces.
Singapore scrambled fighter jets to escort an Air India Express flight following a bomb threat, which also turned out to be false.
Authorities have detained a 17-year-old in Mumbai, who allegedly issued threats to frame a friend over a personal dispute.
The Indian government and aviation officials are investigating the threats and have increased security measures, including deploying more air marshals on flights.