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Passenger found carrying 22 snakes and a chameleon at Chennai Airport

On Friday, a female passenger was detained at the Chennai airport after 22 various types of snakes had been found on her luggage upon her arrival from Kuala Lumpur.

In her checked luggage, the snakes were kept in numerous plastic containers. Moreover, a chameleon was also taken from her luggage. The removal of the snake with a long rod is seen in an airport video as some snakes wriggle out of the floor-mounted containers.

The woman was detained by customs officers after arriving from Kuala Lumpur. Upon landing on flight AK13 from Kuala Lumpur on April 28, Customs apprehended a female passenger.

#WATCH | Tamil Nadu: On 28th April, a female passenger who arrived from Kuala Lumpur by Flight No. AK13 was intercepted by Chennai Airport Customs. On examination of her checked-in baggage, 22 snakes of various species and a chameleon were found & seized under the Customs Act,… pic.twitter.com/mRGKivczbA
— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) April 29, 2023

On 28.04.23, a female pax who arrived from Kuala Lumpur by Flight No. AK13 was intercepted by Customs.
On examination of her checked-in baggage, 22 Snakes of various species and a Chameleon were found & seized under the Customs Act, 1962 r/w Wildlife Protection act, 1972 pic.twitter.com/uP5zSYyrLS
— Chennai Customs (@ChennaiCustoms) April 29, 2023

The Tamil Nadu forest department has increased its monitoring of the movement of alien species entering the state illegally and subsequently to other states and even international countries.

Owning alien species, including birds, animals, and rodents, will be a punishable offense under the modified Wildlife (Protection) Act, which will go into effect on April 1st, 2023. At the international airport in Chennai, numerous instances of smuggled alien species have been discovered.

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Top 10 World’s Busiest Airports of 2024

Airports are the gateways to the world, connecting millions of travelers daily for business, leisure, and everything in between. In 2024, the global aviation industry continues to thrive, with passenger numbers and air traffic reaching new heights.

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From international hubs serving as transit centers to massive airports handling record-breaking domestic travel, these airports are at the heart of global connectivity.

Based on insights from Airssist, this list highlights the top 10 busiest airports in 2024, showcasing their scale, significance, and the role they play in keeping the world moving. Let’s explore the bustling hubs shaping the future of air travel.

World’s Busiest Airports of 2024

Rank	Airport	Passenger Traffic (2024)	Growth/Increase

Dubai International Airport (DXB)

44.9 million (first half)

8% increase

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

47.56 million (first half)

Record high

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

34.9 million (first 8 months)

43.5% increase

Istanbul Airport (IST)

38.09 million (June)

7% increase

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

31.8 million

11% increase

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

8 million (weekly record)

Significant milestone

Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

5.73 million (August)

Record high

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

6.8 million (August)

5.3% increase

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

6.98 million

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Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

5.8 million

1.2% increase

In 2024, airports worldwide have seen significant growth in passenger traffic. Dubai (DXB), Seoul (ICN), and Hong Kong (HKG) are leading with record-breaking numbers.

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Other major airports like Amsterdam (AMS), London Heathrow (LHR), and Singapore Changi (SIN) have also experienced a surge in passengers. These airports are crucial hubs connecting millions of travelers globally, maintaining their importance in the aviation industry.