India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) can now suspend or revoke a foreign airline's authorisation for perceived safety and security lapses, or if ownership and control are not vested with the designating country. Non-Indian carriers must appoint a local representative, set up passenger grievance redress mechanisms, maintain complaints databases, and submit periodic reports. Authorisations for specific airports will be deemed suspended if scheduled services are not operated for four traffic seasons. Foreign airlines must apply for additional flights at least seven working days in advance.