Heathrow Airport in London, one of the busiest airports in the world, has been closed till midnight following a massive power outage caused by a fire at an electrical substation in the western part of the city. The power failure has left over 16,000 homes without electricity, causing significant disruption for residents and travelers alike. The fire broke out at the North Hyde substation located in Hayes in London’s Hillingdon borough. Emergency services, including 10 fire engines and a

At least 100 people were killed in Gaza early Tuesday as Israel launched a wave of intense airstrikes, shattering the fragile ceasefire that had held since January. The attacks targeted multiple locations across Gaza, including Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, Khan Younis, and Rafah. The strikes marked the most intense Israeli bombardment since the ceasefire agreement took effect. According to Palestinian health officials, many of the victims were children as airstrikes struck heavily populated resi

Google recently announced the launch of its latest AI models, Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics ER, designed to revolutionize the capabilities of robots by enabling them to function with human-like understanding and precision. Following the introduction of its first AI model, Gemini, in 2023, Google has continuously advanced its AI technology. The new models are aimed at transforming robots into intelligent and adaptable assistants capable of interacting with the physical world in meaningfu

  The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for strict restrictions on helicopter traffic near Ronald Reagan National Airport. This request follows a tragic midair collision that claimed the lives of 67 people, marking the deadliest aviation accident in the United States in over two decades. The catastrophic collision occurred on January 29 near the nation's capital. Following the tragedy, NTSB Chairperson Jennifer Homendy urged the Federal Aviation Admin

IDBI Bank has announced its Recruitment 2025 drive to fill key leadership roles in the organization. The Industrial Development Bank of India (IDBI) is inviting applications for three positions: Chief Economist, Head - Data Analytics, and Deputy Chief Technology Officer (Channels). These positions will be offered on a contract basis.   Vacancy Details and Key Roles The following posts are open for applications in the IDBI Bank Recruitment 202

In response to the rising demand for premium travel, Air India has expanded its Premium Economy class, now offering fares starting at just ₹599 on select domestic routes. This move comes as the demand for premium travel has reportedly doubled in the past three years. The airline's new fares aim to provide affordable luxury experiences for Indian travelers. According to Air India’s March 12, 2025 press release, these limited-time fares are priced above standard economy fares and va

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested Kannada actor Ranya Rao in connection with a ₹12.56 crore gold smuggling case. According to the DRI’s arrest memo, Ranya attempted to smuggle 14.2 kg of 24-karat gold into India, concealing it in her clothing, shoes, and pockets to evade customs duty. The DRI’s memo outlines that Ranya Rao was intercepted on March 3, 2025, at Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) in Bengaluru while arriving from Dubai on Emirates Fligh

In a significant escalation of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow faced a massive overnight drone attack that left one person dead and three others injured. Russia's Defence Ministry reported that Ukrainian forces launched as many as 337 drones in what is believed to be the largest drone strike on Moscow since the conflict began. Of the total drones, 91 targeted Moscow and its surrounding areas, while 126 drones were intercepted over the Kursk region. The attack sparked fires across M

During his speech addressing Congress, US President Donald Trump raised concerns over the rising prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. He claimed that the country has witnessed a dramatic spike in autism cases, stating, "Not long ago, one in 10,000 children had autism. Now it's one in 36. There's something wrong."Trump’s statement has reignited discussions around the causes of

The Indian government has introduced the Income Tax Bill 2025, a major overhaul of the country’s tax laws, granting unprecedented investigative powers to tax authorities. While presented as a move to modernize tax compliance, the bill includes provisions that allow tax officers to access digital assets, emails, social media profiles, trading accounts, and cloud storage in cases of suspected tax evasion.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the bill in Parliament, stating that i

The Indian Coast Guard Ship Sachet set sail for Sudan on Friday, carrying over two tons of life-saving medicines, including anti-cancer drugs, as part of India’s ongoing humanitarian efforts. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed the aid consignment, reinforcing India's commitment to providing relief in conflict-affected regions."Extending Humanitarian Assistance to the People of Sudan. An Indian Coast Guard Ship Sachet departed today for Sudan, carrying a consignmen

Amazon Web Services, the cloud computing arm of Amazon, is set to invest approximately $8.2 billion in Maharashtra over the next few years, according to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the investment would play a key role in job creation while strengthening India’s cloud computing infrastructure. The investment is expected to be rolled out between 2029 and 2030.AWS is also planning to introduce its own graphics processing

Apple CEO Tim Cook has sparked excitement among tech enthusiasts with a cryptic teaser hinting at the launch of a new MacBook Air. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Cook shared a short video with the phrase, “There’s something in the air,” along with the caption, “this week.” The phrase echoes Apple’s tagline from the launch of the first MacBook Air in 2008, strongly indicating that a refreshed MacBook Air is on the horizon.  

The tech industry witnessed one of the worst months for layoffs in February 2025, with job cuts soaring to alarming levels. According to Layoffs.fyi, 46 tech companies laid off 15,994 employees, marking a staggering 184% increase from January’s 5,641 layoffs across 25 companies. The layoffs were primarily driven by corporate restructuring, AI-driven job automation, and economic uncertainty. Meta, HP, Workday, Salesforce, and Autodesk were among the major companies that announced signifi

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been accused of sending over $2 billion in aid to Hamas since the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, raising concerns over how U.S. foreign aid is allocated. The claims were presented during a House Committee hearing on USAID’s financial practices, bringing renewed scrutiny to the agency’s funding policies.   Additionally, reports suggest that USAID provided financial assistance to Falah-e-In

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced major updates to the RuPay Debit Select Card, offering enhanced lifestyle benefits in fitness, travel, wellness, and entertainment. These new features will be effective from April 1, 2025, providing cardholders with complimentary airport lounge access, gym memberships, spa sessions, OTT subscriptions, and accident insurance coverage.RuPay Debit Select was introduced as a premium debit card offering exclusive privileges. In a circ

The Trump administration has taken a dramatic step in reshaping U.S. foreign aid by terminating 2,000 employees from the U.S. Agency for International Development while placing thousands more on administrative leave around the globe. Following a ruling by a federal judge, the decision affects both domestic and international USAID staff, leaving only those designated as essential for mission-critical functions, leadership, or specific programs in active service. As of 11:59 p.m. EST on

  An American Airlines flight en route from New York City to New Delhi experienced an unexpected diversion on Sunday afternoon when it landed at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci International Airport following a security alert. The incident, which has since been labeled as a “non-credible” concern by the airline, underscores the rigorous protocols that govern air travel safety in today’s dynamic security environment. T

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami declared on Sunday that his party would lead a grand alliance in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to challenge the ruling DMK and ensure electoral victory. Speaking at a public meeting in Vellore district, he dismissed DMK’s claims of ideological unity and emphasized that alliances are formed strategically to consolidate votes.   Despite Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam ruling out an alliance, Palaniswami remained confi

On Monday morning, a bomb threat letter was discovered aboard a Jeddah-Ahmedabad international flight at Ahmedabad’s Sardar Patel International Airport. The threat letter, which was found by cleaning staff under a seat after all passengers had disembarked, caused immediate alarm. Local police, along with the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) and other security agencies, launched an investig