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Air India Flights to London Disrupted Due to Power Outage at Heathrow Airport

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1 year ago

March 21, 2025

Air India, the largest airline in the nation, announced on Friday that its flights to and from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) have been disrupted due to the airport’s temporary closure. The shutdown follows a fire at an electrical substation in western London, resulting in a power outage that has affected over 16,000 homes.

In a statement, Air India reported that its London Heathrow-bound flight AI129 from Mumbai is returning to Mumbai, while flight AI161 from Delhi has been diverted to Frankfurt.

“All other flights to and from London Heathrow, including today’s AI111, have been canceled for March 21. We will provide updates on the resumption of operations as soon as more information becomes available,” the airline stated. It also noted that flights to London Gatwick remain unaffected.

On social media, Heathrow Airport advised travelers to avoid coming to the airport and to reach out to their airlines for additional information. “Due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport, Heathrow is facing a substantial power outage. For the safety of our passengers and staff, Heathrow will remain closed until 11:59 PM on March 21,” the airport announced.

Reports indicate that several flights have already been diverted, with airport officials warning of significant disruptions in the upcoming days. According to the Scottish and Southern Electricity Network, which provides power to nearly four million homes in central and southern England, the fire occurred at the North Hyde substation, with emergency services currently on site.

Heathrow Airport, the busiest in the UK, typically manages around 1,300 landings and take-offs per day and saw a record 83.9 million passengers pass through its terminals last year.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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3 days ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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4 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.