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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.

Panic gripped Hyderabad airport after a bomb threat email was received on Monday. Security agencies conducted extensive checks and found no explosives. Police suspect a hoax and have launched an investigation into the source of the threatening message.

GMR Hyderabad International Airport has launched ‘Hyderabad Streat’, a new culinary destination celebrating Telangana’s rich food culture. The concept offers travellers an authentic taste of Hyderabad through traditional dishes, street food and regional flavours designed for modern airport dining.

Authorities at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, in coordination with local police, intercepted two individuals allegedly transporting 30 Rolex watches valued at Rs 18 crore. Investigators suspect the consignment was part of an organised smuggling racket targeting major cities.

An anonymous bomb threat email sent to Hyderabad’s RGI Airport on Saturday caused panic and delayed a Singapore-bound flight by 13 hours. Security teams thoroughly checked the aircraft before declaring the threat a hoax.

GMR Aero Cargo & Logistics has launched India’s first airside reefer truck at Hyderabad Airport. The temperature-controlled vehicle ensures safe movement of sensitive cargo between terminals and aircraft, improving cold-chain reliability for pharmaceuticals and perishables.

A Hyderabad-bound British Airways flight from London received a bomb threat via email after landing at RGIA. Authorities activated standard security protocols, including aircraft isolation and screening. The threat was later deemed non-specific, and the flight safely departed back to Heathrow

IndiGo cancelled around 180 flights from Bengaluru and Hyderabad on Tuesday as disruptions continued for the eighth day. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the airline will face reduced winter schedule slots, which will be reassigned to other carriers until operations stabilise.

IndiGo cancelled over 400 flights on Saturday across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad, a day after obtaining temporary relaxations to revised FDTL norms. Pilot body ALPA objected to DGCA’s selective relief, warning of safety risks and urging adherence to court directives.

An Emirates flight EK-526 from Dubai received a bomb threat via email at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Passengers were evacuated, and the aircraft is under intensive inspection by CISF, Bomb Squad, and Dog Squad as authorities verify the threat