India, Jan. 15 -- Air India on Thursday issued a travel advisory warning of possible delays, stating that their flights are using an alternative routing after the closure of Iran airspace.

"Due to the emerging situation in Iran, the subsequent closure of its airspace, and in view of the safety of our passengers, Air India flights overflying the region are now using an alternative routing, which may lead to delays," it said in a post on X.

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The airlines further said that the flights where rerouting is not possible are being cancelled. They also requested passengers to check the flight status of their flights before heading to the airport.

"Air India regrets the inconvenience caused to passengers d...