Unlit incense sticks (agarbatti) and dhoop cones are generally accepted in cabin and checked baggage in India, because they are not on the usual lists of banned items. You cannot burn them on board, and the lighter or matches you would need to light them are themselves not allowed. Always confirm with your airline, and
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In India, lighters and matches are generally not allowed on flights. The indicative list of items prohibited in both cabin and check-in baggage, reproduced on airport security pages, names lighters, safety matches and strike-anywhere matches. Airline lists may word things differently, but the safe plan is to leave both at home and buy what you
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Protein powder and supplement tablets are generally allowed on flights in India, in both cabin and checked baggage, but screeners can ask you to open a tub or put it through the scanner separately. Ready-mixed shakes and liquid supplements follow the liquids rule. For flights into the US, large powder quantities in carry-on can need
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Walking sticks, canes and crutches are generally allowed on Indian flights. In October 2025 the DGCA amended its rules on passengers with disability or reduced mobility, and news reports say airlines should carry assistive devices free of charge. Screening staff may examine the aid at security, and any assistance you need is requested from your
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A rolled yoga mat and soft resistance bands are generally fine in cabin baggage, provided the mat fits within your airline’s cabin size and weight limits. Dumbbells, kettlebells and other heavy, hard weights should go in checked baggage, because security rules restrict items that can be used as blunt weapons in the cabin. Updated October
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In India a cricket bat generally cannot go in cabin baggage, because sports bats are on the list of items not allowed in hand baggage. Pack it in checked baggage instead. Airlines treat it as sports equipment, so a handling fee and excess baggage charges may apply. Check your airline’s current policy before you fly.
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Emirates sells Economy in tiers: Saver is the cheapest with the most limits, Flex adds more flexibility for changes and cancellations, and Flex Plus is the most flexible, with no change fee and fare difference only. Seats, miles and fees differ by tier and by country, so check the fare rules shown for India when
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As of October 2026, IndiGo still lists 6E Prime on goindigo.in. It bundles a limited standard seat at no extra cost, a snack combo of one food item and one beverage, and the Fast Forward service. IndiGo also lists 6E Seat and Eat, a seat plus snack combination. Neither can be bought with Flexi Plus,
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To manage an Oman Air booking, open Manage Booking on omanair.com and enter your booking reference and last name. There you can add extra baggage or legroom seats, change dates and request a refund, but only if you bought directly from Oman Air. Tickets bought through a travel agent can usually be viewed online, with
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To manage a Gulf Air booking, go to Manage my booking on gulfair.com and enter your booking reference and last name, both required. For flights operated by Gulf Air, the page says you can manage your complete booking, including upgrading, selecting seats and updating contact details. Gulf Air’s destination guide lists eight Indian points: Bangalore,
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