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Digi Yatra trials for international passengers have begun at seven Indian airports. Indian nationals holding e-passports can use the facility on select Air India and IndiGo flights. Feedback gathered through December will guide a wider rollout planned for 2027

A 32-year-old passenger was detained at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after security personnel found two live bullets in his baggage during screening. He was preparing to board a Fly91 Airlines flight to Rajahmundry but could not produce the required documents.

RGIA police have forwarded at least 15 complaints about threatening emails claiming bombs were planted at the airport and nearby schools to Hyderabad Cybercrime Police for further investigation. Cases were registered over emails received on different occasions in recent weeks

An Air India flight carrying 109 passengers reportedly made an emergency landing at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after a technical issue developed shortly after take-off. All passengers were reported safe, while technical personnel inspected the aircraft to identify the fault

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday after smoke was detected from a passenger’s electronic device. The cabin crew controlled the situation, and the aircraft landed safely. An alternative aircraft was arranged for passengers

A 35-year-old passenger was deboarded from a Hyderabad-Kadapa flight after accidentally touching the aircraft’s emergency exit handle while adjusting his seat, triggering a sensor alarm. Police questioned him and released him after confirming the action was unintentional, with no case registered

GMR Hyderabad International Airport and Brussels Airport have signed an MoU to strengthen air cargo connectivity between Hyderabad and Europe. The partnership will focus on route development, market intelligence, cargo best practices and engagement with key industry stakeholders

The CBI arrested Abhishek Kumar, a key suspect in the Mahadev Online Betting App case, at Hyderabad airport after he arrived from Dubai. A court in Raipur later granted the agency two days’ police custody, officials said.

Popular YouTuber and NRI A Rama Nandana was detained at Hyderabad’s RGIA after Andhra Pradesh police issued a lookout circular against her. She and her husband are accused of allegedly collecting money from people by promising jobs and sponsorships in London.

Security has been tightened at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad ahead of Independence Day celebrations. High-alert restrictions will remain in force until August 20, with visitor passes suspended and intensive checks of vehicles, passengers and airport premises.

A passenger from Jagtial was stopped at Hyderabad's RGIA after airline staff found that the IndiGo e-ticket he carried for a Goa flight was forged. Police registered a case following his complaint and launched an investigation into the alleged ticket fraud

GMR Hyderabad International Airport has secured the highest Level 5 Accreditation under the ACI World Airport Customer Experience Accreditation Programme, joining an elite group of global airports recognised for integrating customer experience into strategy, operations, innovation and stakeholder collaboration.

The mortal remains of three Andhra Pradesh residents who died in the Vietnam boat tragedy arrived in Hyderabad after statutory formalities. State Minister Kondapalli Srinivas received the bodies as the government continued efforts to support the bereaved families and provide ex gratia assistance

The mortal remains of three Andhra Pradesh residents killed in the Vietnam boat tragedy were brought to Hyderabad on Tuesday. Minister Kondapalli Srinivas received the bodies, consoled families, and oversaw arrangements for their transport to native towns.

Hyderabad Customs' Air Intelligence Unit seized 2.271 kg of gold worth about Rs 3.36 crore from two Indian passengers arriving from Kuala Lumpur at RGIA. The gold was concealed in paste form inside specially stitched pouches hidden in their trousers

A passenger was arrested at Hyderabad’s RGIA airport after security personnel found two live bullets in his luggage during screening. The man, a Visakhapatnam resident, failed to produce valid documents, and police are investigating the source of the ammunition

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport has received the ACI Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation – Level 2 from Airports Council International World, recognising its efforts to improve accessibility and enhance travel experiences for passengers with reduced mobility through inclusive airport infrastructure and services.

A man identified as Dheeraj was arrested at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for allegedly attempting to travel to Oman using a forged e-Migrate clearance certificate. Airport authorities detected discrepancies during verification, and RGIA Police have launched an investigation into the racket

The Telangana government will launch criminal prosecutions under the Epidemic Diseases Act against international passengers providing fake addresses at Hyderabad airport amid an Ebola high alert. The state will also deploy 24/7 language translators to plug screening loopholes.

Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport has introduced mandatory Ebola screening for all international arrivals, following WHO’s declaration of Ebola as a global health emergency.