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Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol DDLJ statue set to represent first Indian film at Leicester Square in London
London, April 9: Iconic Bollywood on-screen couple Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol will soon be immortalised in bronze, as their classic film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ) becomes the first Indian film to be honoured at London's celebrated Scenes in the Square movie trail in Leicester Square.
Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol-starrer 'DDLJ' gets a statue erected in Leicester Square
Mumbai, April 9: Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol's 1995 blockbuster “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (DDLJ) by Yash Raj Films is set to become the first ever statue honouring Indian cinema to be erected in London's Leicester Square.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee arrives in Kolkata after 6-day visit to London
Kolkata, March 29: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee arrived in Kolkata on Saturday after a 6-day visit to London.
7 lakh visitors gain key climate insights at Adani Green Energy Gallery in London
New Delhi, March 26: At least seven lakh visitors have explored "The Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery" at the Science Museum in London, in its first year of operation, the Adani Group company said on Wednesday.
London-Tibet Office briefs Westminster students on China's repression in Tibet
London, March 26: The Office of Tibet in London hosted a group of 15 students from the University of Westminster for a 90-minute informative session on Tibet.
Harrdy Sandhu drops his new romantic single 'Baby'
Mumbai, March 24: Punjabi singer Harrdy Sandhu has released a new single, 'Baby.'
Air India resumes normal operations at London airport after power outage
New Delhi, March 22: Air India on Saturday announced that its flights to and from London Heathrow (LHR) are back on schedule after a brief disruption caused by a power outage at the airport Friday.
Will monitor developments in West Bengal from London: Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata, March 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, before departing for London on Saturday evening, claimed that she will be monitoring the developments in the state for the next few days from the UK.
London's Heathrow Airport resumes full operations after power outage caused by fire
London, March 22: London's Heathrow Airport said on Saturday that flights have resumed after the power outage and the airport is now "fully operational".
Air India resumes flights at London-Heathrow airport
London, March 22: A day after flights were grounded at the Heathrow airport, nation's largest carrier Air India said on Saturday that its flights, to and from the Europe's busiest airport, have resumed.
UK: Flights resume in limited capacity at Heathrow Airport after shutdown due to power outage
London, March 22: Heathrow Airport announced on Friday night that it is restarting flights after a power outage took place there that had resulted in a complete shutdown of one of the world's busiest airports.
Mamata Banerjee's UK visit rescheduled again
Kolkata, March 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's visit to the United Kingdom has been rescheduled, and now, she will be leaving from here on Saturday evening.
Flights resume at Heathrow after power outage forced closure of Europe's busiest airport
London, March 22: A day after flights were grounded at Europe’s busiest airport Heathrow, operations resumed on Saturday as the first flight landed.
Air India's London flights disrupted as power outage hits Heathrow airport
New Delhi, March 21: Nation's largest carrier Air India on Friday said that its operations, to and from London Heathrow (LHR), have been disrupted following the temporary suspension of operations at the airport.
Major fire in London substation, Heathrow Airport shut
New Delhi, March 21: London's Heathrow Airport has been shut down for the day after a fire in a substation in the western part of the city led to a power outage and has left more than 16,000 homes without electricity.
UK: Heathrow Airport announces complete shutdown due to power outage
London, March 21: London's Heathrow Airport announced on Friday a complete shutdown for the entire day due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport, the airport authorities announced.
India's farm and processed food goods, alcoholic drinks make a splash at IFE London 2025
London, March 19: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is showcasing India's agricultural offerings, processed foods and alcoholic beverage products at the International Food & Drink Event (IFE) that kicked off in London on Tuesday.
IKF declares ongoing Kabaddi World Cup in London as unauthorized
New Delhi, March 19: In a statement, the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) made a firm declaration regarding the ongoing Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in the United Kingdom. The IKF emphasized that this event, being held under the banner of the so-called World Kabaddi Federation (WKF), is not authorized by the official governing body.
Premier League: Tottenham's league woes continue with two-goal defeat against Fulham
London, March 16: Fulham secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, thanks to second-half goals from substitutes Rodrigo Muniz and Ryan Sessegnon.
Merino's lone goal proves to be the difference as Arsenal edge past Chelsea
London, March 16: Mikel Merino's first-half header proved to be the difference as Arsenal secured a hard-fought victory over Chelsea in a fiery London derby at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
New antibody reduces tumor growth in treatment-resistant breast, ovarian cancers: Study
London, March 16: Immunotherapy, or antibody treatment that activates the patient's own immune system against cancer, is increasingly being studied as an alternative to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. This is because it directly targets cancer cells, reducing the negative effects associated with more conventional treatments.
Cucurella backs high on confidence Chelsea in clash against Arsenal, says 'We need to stick to our plan'
London, March 16: Chelsea wingback Marc Cucurella has claimed his side will need to stick to their plans if they hope to secure three points in the London Derby clash against Arsenal on Sunday.
Tom Cruise, Ana de Armas spotted together again, this time in London
Los Angeles, March 16: Actors Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas are fuelling dating rumours as they have been spotted out together in London again.
Rights groups stage protest against China's proposed mega-embassy in London
London, March 16: Hong Kong rights groups, along with several Tibetans, Uyghurs, and local residents, gathered at the historic former Royal Mint Court in London to protest China's plan for a 'mega-embassy. '
'If they want to boo me, boo me': Warner to English crowd ahead of The Hundred debut
New Delhi, March 14: Former Australia batter David Warner has no issues with English cricket fans booing him during The Hundred this summer. In fact, he welcomes it.
Scientists focus on a new antibody to fight treatment-resistant cancers
New Delhi, March 13: A team of scientists is investigating a new type of antibody, which stimulates the immune system to target cancer cells and slows tumour growth in treatment-resistant breast and ovarian cancers.
Here's what Ilaiyaraaja thinks when fans call him 'God of Music'
Chennai, Mar 10: One of India’s greatest music composers Ilaiyaraaja, who has just done the country proud by becoming the first Indian to present a western classical symphony, has said that he considers himself an ordinary human being and that every time he hears a fan calling him the God of music, he thinks, ‘You have reduced God to Ilaiyaraaja’s level’.
Ilaiyaraaja grateful for overwhelming support as he returns to Chennai after London symphony
Chennai, March 10: Legendary music Indian composer, Ilaiyaraaja, returned to Chennai today after his much-celebrated Symphony performance in London.
India becomes top investor in London's new growth plan
New Delhi, March 9: India has emerged as the leading investor in London's ambitious new "growth plan," which aims to boost the city's economy and generate an additional 27 billion pounds in tax revenue.
Rajinikanth tells Ilaiyaraaja: You've made India proud!
Chennai, Mar 8: Even as Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja gears up to make history by becoming the first ever Indian to present a western classical symphony at the Eventim Apollo theatre in London on Saturday, Superstar Rajinikanth has expressed his heartfelt wishes to the musician and congratulated him, saying that he had made India proud.
Actor Karthi tells Ilaiyaraaja: Our hearts are always with you and your music that is timeless and definitely cosmic!
Chennai, March 7: Actor Karthi has congratulated ace music director Ilaiyaraaja, who is now in London to present his first ever western classical symphony – Symphony No 1 – Valiant.
Freedom given to Khalistani goons in Britain unacceptable, says former Foreign Secy after Jaishankar security scare in London
New Delhi, March 6: Several analysts, former diplomats and politicians have severely condemned the serious security breach in London on Wednesday night when Khalistani extremists based in Britain tried to block the vehicle carrying External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
Akshay, Katrina-starrer 'Namastey London' to re-release on Holi
Mumbai, March 5: Actors Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif’s 2007 blockbuster “Namastey London” is all set to light up the silver screen once again as it will re-release on Holi, March 14.
Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif's 'Namastey London' to return to theaters on March 14
Mumbai, March 5: Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif's classic romantic drama, 'Namastey London,' is set to return to theaters in a grand re-release on March 14, 2025.
Ilaiyaraaja calls Sivakarthikeyan's gift a 'pleasant surprise'
Chennai, March 4: Expressing happiness at Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan calling on him to express his wishes in person ahead of his first ever western classical symphony, one of India's greatest music composers Isaignani Ilaiyaaraja on Tuesday called Sivakarthikeyan's 'well thought wonderful gift' 'a pleasant surprise'.
Tapas Nayak's work in Tamil film 'Rasavathi' wins Best Sound Design Award at London International Film Festival
Chennai, Mar 1: Critically-acclaimed filmmaker Santhakumar’s Tamil film ‘Rasavathi –The Alchemist’, featuring actors Arjun Das and Tanya Ravichandran in the lead, has won the award for Best Sound Design at the London International Film Festival 2025.
West Ham win to dent Arsenal's Premier League hopes
London, Feb 23: Arsenal's Premier League title hopes suffered a major setback following a 1-0 home loss to West Ham United.
Plant-rich, low saturated-fat diet may help reduce psoriasis severity: Study
New Delhi, Feb 22: A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy foods, and lean meats, low in salt and sugar can help reduce the severity of psoriasis -- a skin disease --, according to new research.
35th Khan of Kalat to address MQM Leader Altaf Hussain's book launch in London
London, February 21: Mir Agha Suleman Dawood Jan Ahmadzai, the 35th Khan of the historic State of Kalat and a prominent figure of Balochistan, will serve as the chief guest at the launch of MQM leader Altaf Hussain's new book, "The Balochistan Issue... Through the Lens of History."
Ilaiyaraaja to present his first ever western classical symphony at London's Eventim Apollo Theatre
Chennai, Feb 20: One of India's greatest music composers Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja has now announced that he will present his first ever western classical symphony at the Eventim Apollo theatre in London on March eighth this year.