British Airways starts new in-person service in local languages for special assistance flyers out of India
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 British Airways introduces an in-person service in local languages for Indian customers traveling to London. The free 'meet and assist' service, available in Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, and Tamil, helps passengers with check-in, airport navigation, boarding, and transit at London Heathrow. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility and improve customer experience on BA flights from five Indian cities.
Tennis fans arrive in southwest London for the what is expected to be the hottest ever opening day of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Under the burning sun and in silence, a group of people all in white made their way through the streets of Ilford in east London, stopping traffic as they went. Sky News
A sword attacker has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 40 years for murder and attacking three more members of the public and two police officers. Marcus Monzo, 37, fatally slashed Daniel with a samurai sword minutes after the 14-year-old left his home in Hainault, east London, on 30th April last year. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A sword attacker has been jailed for at least 40 years for the “wicked” murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin during a 20-minute rampage. Marcus Monzo, 37, fatally slashed Daniel with a samurai sword minutes after the 14-year-old left his home in Hainault, east London, on April 30 last year. Mr Justice Bennathan jailed Monzo for life with a minimum term of 40 years for murder and attacking three more members of the public and two police officers. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
President Donald Trump has confirmed a new trade deal with China focused on expediting rare earth shipments to the U.S. After secretive negotiations in London, Beijing has agreed to ease export controls while Washington lifts several restrictive measures. This breakthrough follows accusations of non-compliance after the Geneva pact in May. The fragile agreement signals a major de-escalation in the US-China trade standoff and could reshape the global tech and defense supply chain. Trump teased the deal during a high-profile event, declaring it a "big win" for American industry.
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In India, national integration often happens not through policy but practice. A Tamil officer posted in Punjab, or a Sardar fluent in Tamil songs—these are living symbols of organic unity. The All India Services system enables officers to serve far from home, embracing new languages, cultures, and traditions. This seamless integration showcases how diversity thrives through shared service, not imposed formulas. Forget the debates around the three-language policy—real unity is forged on the ground, where work, respect, and curiosity bring Indians closer every day.
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticized Uddhav Thackeray, labeling him "palturam" after reversing the three-language policy due to opposition.. IndiaTimes
After the 12-day Israel-Iran war, an unexpected village in India has entered global focus. Kintoor, a village in Uttar Pradesh, is the ancestral home of Iran’s first Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. His grandfather, Syed Ahmad Musavi, was born there before migrating to Iran in the 1800s via Iraq, retaining “Hindi” in his name to honor his Indian roots. Khomeini’s rise from this legacy shaped modern Iran’s theocratic system. As geopolitical tensions rise, Kintoor’s forgotten link now highlights a deep historical and cultural bridge between India and Iran.
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Maharashtra Government on Sunday cancelled the two orders on implementation of the three-language policy after facing heavy criticism from the opposition, who.. DNA
Uddhav Thackeray claimed victory after the Maharashtra government withdrew orders implementing the three-language policy in primary schools, which mandated.. IndiaTimes