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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
India's luxury homes love home theatres with acoustic tech
Sound of Music ( India's leading provider of ultra-luxury residences since 1999, offers turnkey solutions for discerning homes, including private theatres, invisible audio-video systems, advanced automation, and integrated furniture. Their philosophy emphasises sound as an architectural element, with personalised attention and industry-best after-sales service. Founded by the innovative minds of Faisal Hamid, Sultan Faisal, and Laila Faisal, this New Delhi-based enterprise brings a new dimension to luxury living with custom audio installations that blend top-notch technology and style. As the appetite for elaborate home theatres and premium audio equipment surges among India's affluent, the brand leads the charge with its unique creations. From 64-channel Atmos surround sound bespoke home theatre systems to invisible speakers, every install is a testament to precision and elegance. Collaborations with premium audio giants guarantee that each project is a customised marvel. Innovative home automation lies at the core of their offerings, allowing effortless management of soundscapes throughout the home, thereby enhancing the luxury ambience. This novel integration marries visual opulence with auditory finesse, turning prestigious homes into havens of sensory delight. Under Faisal Hamid's visionary guidance, clients praise Sound of Music's ability to transform architectural brilliance into a full-bodied sensory experience, setting a new norm where luxury transcends mere visual grandeur to include rich auditory engagement. As the convergence of art and technology redefines lavish living, Sound of Music stands at the forefront, crafting environments that are aesthetically stunning and emotionally profound. Their commitment to quality ensures that every note and echo not only enriches home spaces but elevates the everyday experience to something truly spectacular.
Sky News
21-03-2025
- Sky News
Heathrow closure latest: Counter-terrorism police leading investigation into 'unprecedented' fire that shut airport
12:20:01 How does today's air traffic compare to a normal Friday? You'd expect to see around 200 flights in the air bound for Heathrow at 7.45am on a Friday, but tracking maps from this morning show a completely different story. Use the slider below to compare last Friday's Flightradar24 map to today's... 12:10:01 Heathrow disruption in numbers With stories piling in from all over the world of those affected, a burning substation and an empty airport - let's break down the chaos into some key numbers: An estimated 1,350 flights have been affected by the airport's closure This is as many as 290,000 passengers, according to an aviation analytics firm 67,000 homes were without power, with 5,000 still affected The estimated cost could be between £20m-£30m, a travel consultant has told us Around 70 firefighters were dispatched to the fire itself There were 120 planes in the air due to land at Heathrow when the closure was announced 25,000 litres of cooling liquid were "fully alight" in the initial fire 29 people were evacuated from neighbouring properties And 10% of the fire remains ablaze The London Fire Brigade received 212 calls about the fire 12:00:01 Your stories: 'Panic on our plane as it U-turned with no explanation' Panic was "kicking in" on board Faisal Hamid's flight from Dubai when it started performing a U-turn with "no explanation". "Then the captain announced the power cut and said that we were going back to Dubai," the British expat said. He and his two children, who are one and six, spent seven hours on the flight which should have taken them back to the UK for the first time since summer. "Devastating. No idea when they will reschedule the flight but to be fair a hotel was arranged very quickly and all meals included." Over in Delhi, India, Tara made a 10-hour journey from Punjab for her flight to Heathrow, only to be told three hours after its scheduled departure time that the journey was cancelled. She said she was stuck in India until Tuesday because no additional flights had been put on to UK airports. "I was told I needed to rebook another flight myself as the cancellation was not the airline's fault and everything over the weekend was already booked. Fuming to say the least." Meanwhile, David Cozens said Singapore Airlines were "trying to wash their hands of responsibility" over a flight diverted to Frankfurt, Germany. He claims he was told to "sort your own way home" before the airline eventually started looking into bus replacements. 11:55:36 Counter-terrorism police leading investigation into fire, Met says We've just had this update from the Met Police on the investigation into the cause of the fire, confirming counter-terrorism police are leading inquiries: "We are working with the London Fire Brigade to establish the cause of the fire which remains under investigation. While there is currently no indication of foul play we retain an open mind at this time. "Given the location of the substation and the impact this incident has had on critical national infrastructure, the Met's Counter Terrorism Command is now leading enquiries. "This is due to the specialist resources and capabilities within that command that can assist in progressing this investigation at pace to minimise disruption and identify the cause." 11:50:01 Acrid smoke fills the air at substation - with residents wearing masks By Alice Porter, Sky correspondent at North Hyde substation The smell of smoke is the first thing that hits you as you get close to North Hyde electricity substation. It's acrid and it clings to your clothes and hair. While London Fire Brigade say the blaze is under control, smoke continues to permeate the air with many residents in Hayes wearing masks over their faces to protect themselves. Local MP John McDonnell says he's "worried" about the air quality, particularly given this is one of the most polluted areas of the country. Assistant Commissioner Pat Goulbourne from the London Fire Brigade said: "We strongly advise local residents to keep their windows and doors closed, as some smoke will remain for a number of hours today. "Scientific advisers will also be on-site this morning to conduct further assessments and monitor the air quality." There's a police cordon by Nestles Avenue, round the corner from the substation and just under three miles from Heathrow. Many residents in Hayes will work at the airport, but not today. 150 homes have been evacuated and 5,000 are without power. Normally it is the sky which is particularly busy in this part of west London with planes usually landing and taking off every few minutes. Instead, an eerie silence as the UK's busiest airport remains closed. 11:38:23 Counter-terrorism police investigating cause of fire, Sky News understands Sky News understands counter-terrorism police are involved in the investigation into the fire at the North Hyde substation. It's understood it is one of a number of departments that are part of the inquiry, which is normal practice for an incident of this scale. The engagement of counter-terrorism officers does not confirm any indication of foul play. 11:30:01 Your stories: Traveller accuses hotels near Heathrow of tripling room prices A traveller has accused hotels of tripling their prices in response to Heathrow's closure. Louis, who was due to fly home to Dublin tomorrow, said nearby hotels were "profiting off of people's misfortune". Last night, the 28-year-old stayed at a hotel "500 metres" from terminals two and three, which cost him £90. This morning, he said the same room was £280 on "They've actually doubled, if not, in some cases, tripled the prices of the rooms based on what's going on, which is absolutely absurd. "They're profiting off of people's misfortunes in this. I don't know how that's allowed." Meanwhile, two women who were expecting to fly to India tomorrow say they "cannot explain" their disappointment. Anupama said she would be missing her father's retirement party. She and Ridihka, who met waiting for updates outside Heathrow's terminal five, said they were both leaving on family holidays - Ridihka for five weeks, and Anupama for four weeks. Asked how they felt about not being able to get on their flight to Delhi, Ridikha said: "Oh, we can't explain. We were excited to go to India to see our parents, family, and all that." 11:20:01 In pictures: Latest from airport and substation These are the latest images from Heathrow and the burning substation. At Heathrow, stranded passengers were left in the dark, carrying their luggage down unlit stars with lifts out of order. Meanwhile, firefighters were seen shrouded in thick smoke at the substation. 11:10:01 Your stories: 'My 22-year-old daughter is stuck alone in Bangkok' As we've been reporting, as many as 290,000 passengers could be affected by the fire. Among them is Callum, who is stuck at Male International Airport in the Maldives. "We haven't heard anything from BA, we're just stuck in the airport," he says. "Our flight was at 11.40am. Over two hours late with no communication. If they had the common sense to cancel the flight we could at least get on with our day, but instead we are stuck in the airport." Concerned mum Phillippa says her daughter is stranded in Bangkok, Thailand, after air authorities told her to leave the airport without any alternative accommodation. The 22-year-old is travelling alone and has no way of knowing how to get home because she had "one email from the airline advising of the delay - that's it".
