Categories: National

Kushinagar Airport declared as Customs Notified Airport

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has declared Kushinagar Airport as a Customs notified airport. This would also facilitate international passenger movements including that of Buddhist pilgrims.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

About the airport:

  • The Kushinagar airport is an international airport spread across an area of 600 acres.
  • It had been granted the licence to operate international flights by DGCA last February.
  • In August, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) extended the validity of the airport’s licence to operate international flights till February 21, 2023. The licence was due to expire on August 21, 2021.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • CBIC Chairperson: M. Ajit Kumar;
  • CBIC Founded: 1 January 1964.

Find More National News Here

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Which Language is known as the Language of Music?

There are more than 7,000 languages spoken across the world, and each one has its…

6 hours ago

Mumbai Hosts Miss Sake India 2026: Nishita Antarkar Wins Prestigious Title

Miss Sake India 2026 title was awarded to the Nishita Yogesh Antarkar at a prestigious…

7 hours ago

Philippines Joins US-Led Pax Silica Initiative to Boost Semiconductor Supply Chains

Philippines has joined the US-led Pax Silica initiative. This initiative aims to strengthening the global…

7 hours ago

AICTE-VAANI 3.0 Scheme Launched to Strengthen Use of Indian Languages in Higher Education

All India Council for Technical Education has launched the 3rd edition of the flagship AICTE-VAANI…

7 hours ago

Ahmedabad’s Kankaria Coaching Depot Becomes India’s First ‘Water Neutral’ Railway Depot

Ahmedabad based Kankaria Coaching Depot has emerged as the 'water neutral' railway depot which has…

7 hours ago

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Launches Vikram Sodhi Centre for AI-Driven Mining Systems

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has announced the establishment of the Vikram Sodhi Centre of…

8 hours ago