The Latest Breaking News from Kempegowda International Airport

Bengaluru father feared he had lost his daughter’s gift after leaving his handbag on BMTC bus, but what happened next restored his faith

A Bengaluru father’s plan to surprise his daughter with a book nearly went awry after he accidentally left his handbag on a Vayu Vajra BMTC bus while travelling from Kempegowda International Airport to Hebbal. According to a TOI report, conductor Mohammed Rafi Biradar found the unattended bag, kept it safe…

The Economic Times · 9h ago

Vande Bharat vs Flight on India's Busiest Corridors: The Real Door-to-Door Cost

Why the Ticket Price Is the Wrong Number to CompareA Delhi-Mumbai flight listed at ₹3,500 sounds like a clear win over a Vande Bharat fare of ₹1,600. It isn't, once you do the full accounting. The flight fare excludes the cab to IGI Terminal 2 from central Delhi (₹600 to…

Times Life · Sep 7

40-year-old Bengaluru man kills 2 minor daughters at 5-star hotel, then attempts suicide: What does the note found in his room reveal?

A Bengaluru man allegedly killed his two minor daughters and attempted suicide inside a room at a five-star hotel near Kempegowda International Airport on Monday. A note recovered from the room referred to a marital dispute and an alleged extramarital affair. The father remains hospitalised while police are investigating.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Unruly passenger held for claiming to have bomb in bag at airport

The Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) police arrested a 50 year old businessman for allegedly creating panic at the airport by claiming to have a bomb in his bag at the departure terminal on Thursday.

The Hindu · May 18, 2024

Heavy rains in Bengaluru lead to leakage in Kempegowda International Airport’s terminal areas

Heavy rain causes water leakage at Kempegowda International Airport's terminal areas, prompt response restores normal operations.

The Hindu · May 10, 2024

BAHL invites expression of interest for developing hotel at KIA

Bengaluru Airport Hotel Limited seeks contractors for construction of 775-room hotel at Kempegowda International Airport.

The Hindu · Apr 23, 2024

YouTuber booked for trespass at KIA

The Kempegowda International Airport police on Monday booked a YouTuber for trespassing into restricted area to shoot a video to claim that he stayed in the airport for 24 hours hoodwinking security checks.

The Hindu · Apr 16, 2024

Thiruvananthapuram airport bags ACI global award

Thiruvananthapuram shares the global honour of the best airport at arrivals with two other airports — Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru and the Zayed International Airport, Terminal A in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The Hindu · Mar 12, 2024

Indira Canteen opened at Bengaluru airport; CM announced 600 more across Karnataka

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated two Indira Canteens at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) on Monday, announcing plans for 600 more across the State, including Bengaluru.

The Hindu · Mar 11, 2024

Destination Maldives: tourism undeterred amid diplomatic tussles

On March 1, Maldives came a tad closer to India with the launch of Manta Air’s direct commercial flight from Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International airport to Dhaalu airport in the pristine island nation. It was welcomed by the Indian Hhigh Ccommission’s first secretary Kiran Khatri among other officials. 

The Hindu · Mar 11, 2024