Bomb Threat Scare Forces Air India Flight to Return to Mumbai

An Air India flight from Mumbai to New York was forced to return after a bomb threat note was found in the aircraft's toilet. With 322 people on board, the plane landed safely in Mumbai, and security checks are underway. Authorities are investigating the matter.

An Air India flight bound for New York made an emergency return to Mumbai after a bomb threat was discovered on board, officials confirmed.

The scare began when a passenger found a note in the toilet claiming there was a bomb aboard the aircraft carrying over 320 passengers. The Boeing 777-300 ER landed safely at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

Authorities are currently conducting a thorough investigation with no suspicious items found so far. Air India has rescheduled the flight, providing passengers with accommodation and support. Safety remains the airline's top priority, according to a statement.

(With inputs from agencies.)