Trump threatens air traffic controllers who fail to return to work as flight cancellations jump

November 11, 2025 12:33 PM

Trump threatens air traffic controllers who fail to return to work as flight cancellations jump

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday demanded air traffic controllers return to work as travelers endured another day of flight cancellations, which the administration ordered to manage staff shortages during the government shutdown. Trump's comment came after the U.S. aviation system has suffered serious disruptions in recent days as air traffic controller absences soared while they work without pay. Some are absent as they need to work second jobs or cannot afford child care. An airline tra...

President Murmu commends women achievers in aviation

November 4, 2024 3:16 PM

President Murmu commends women achievers in aviation

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday met with a group of women achievers from the aviation sector at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The meeting was part of the initiative “The President with the People,” which aims to recognize individuals who have contributed significantly to national progress. During the interaction, President Murmu highlighted the significant strides women have made in aviation. She pointed out that women now represent 15 percent of India’s Air Traffic Controllers, 11 percent of fl...