{
  "id": 782273,
  "title": "Flying to India? Airports warn of delays amid heightened Independence Day security",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/flying-to-india-airports-warn-of-delays-amid-heightened-independence-782273",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-13T15:06:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2026/08/13/uae-india-flight-status-advisory-security-checks/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Passengers flying to India are being warned of potential delays due to increased security measures ahead of the country's Independence Day celebrations on August 15. Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru airports have issued travel advisories, urging travelers to arrive early to avoid longer processing times. Major airlines such as Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have also advised passengers to plan ahead, as these flights operate between the Emirates and various destinations in India. Heightened security is a standard practice at Indian airports and transport hubs prior to significant national events, including Independence Day, with the aim of safeguarding against possible threats. Security measures at Delhi Airport have been strengthened ahead of Independence Day 2026, with passengers being advised to arrive early to ensure a smooth travel experience. These advisories are issued three times a year during Independence Day, Republic Day and the Durga Puja season, as per a government official.",
  "summary": "Passengers travelling through some of India's busiest airports have been advised to arrive early as security is stepped up ahead of the country's Independence Day celebrations on Saturday, August 15. Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru airports have issued travel advisories warning that enhanced security measures could lead to longer processing times. Air India , IndiGo and SpiceJet have also urged…",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/flying-to-india-airports-warn-of-delays-amid-heightened-independence",
        "published": "2026-08-13T15:06:02.000Z"
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/amid-drug-test-row-air-india-ceos-call-for-building-culture-of-trust",
        "published": "2026-08-13T16:35:31.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}