COVID-19: Australia bans passenger flights from India until May 15: PM

Decision comes as India battles a massive surge in coronavirus infections

Last updated: April 27, 2021 | 09:18

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Sydney: Australia on Tuesday announced a temporary ban on direct passenger flights from India, as the South Asian nation grapples with a massive surge in coronavirus infections.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the suspension would remain in place until at least May 15 due to "clearly present" risks of travel from India, leaving thousands of Australians - including high-profile cricketers - stranded.

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