Keir Starmer
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Andy Burnham frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as next British Prime Minister: Who is he?
World | Jun 22, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTKeir Starmer has announced his resignation as both UK Prime Minister and Labour Party leader after losing the confidence of key members within his party. Andy Burnham has emerged as the frontrunner to succeed him, especially after receiving support from senior Labour figures such as Wes Streeting.
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Why did Keir Starmer resign after just two years? Inside Britain's latest leadership upheaval
World | Jun 22, 2026, 04:37 PM ISTKeir Starmer's resignation means the UK is now on the hunt for its seventh prime minister in 10 years, following rapid leadership changes during the previous Tory government.
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Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister of UK amid pressure from Labour Party
World | Jun 22, 2026, 03:35 PM ISTStarmer came out of 10 Downing Street alongside his wife, where he was met with applause and cheers. He then went on to deliver a resignation statement outside the Prime Minister’s residence.
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Keir Starmer set to resign? Report suggests UK Prime Minister outlined timeline for departure
World | Jun 21, 2026, 09:09 AM ISTBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer may announce his resignation and has set a timetable for his departure, according to report.
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India-UK free trade pact takes effect on July 15: Why it could be a game-changer for India
Business | Jun 17, 2026, 11:34 PM IST"In a major stride for India's global economic engagement, India and the United Kingdom today announced that the CETA will enter into force on 15th July 2026," the ministry said in a statement.
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UK bans social media for under-16, joins Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia in child safety crackdown
World | Jun 15, 2026, 01:12 PM ISTThe UK has announced a ban on social media access for children under 16, becoming the fourth country after Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia to do so. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the move is necessary to protect children's safety.
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UK Defense Secretary John Healey resigns in fresh blow to Keir Starmer: Why did he quit?
World | Jun 11, 2026, 05:36 PM ISTThe resignation of UK Defense Secretary John Healey is another blow to the embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is already facing demands from Labour colleagues that he step down.
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JD Vance slams immigration policies after Sikh man kills UK teen | All about the case
World | Jun 06, 2026, 12:52 PM ISTUS Vice President JD Vance and the US State Department criticised Britain's handling of the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak in Southampton.
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Starmer loses first government member as pressure mounts for him to step down
World | May 12, 2026, 03:32 PM ISTThe latest blow came after several government aides stepped down, arguing that the prime minister no longer has the confidence of the public or his own party.
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UK won't back Trump's Iran move: Starmer refuses support for Hormuz blockade
World | Apr 13, 2026, 04:45 PM ISTStarmer firmly stated that despite growing international pressure, the UK will not get involved in the Iran conflict without strong legal grounds and a clear plan.
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British lawmakers seek Starmer's resignation amid furore over former ambassador's Epstein 'ties'
World | Feb 10, 2026, 02:51 PM ISTStarmer, however, refused to back down amid the row, insisting he would fight to remain in the role and would not walk away from the mandate given to him by the public.
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Shabana Mahmood likely to be UK's first Muslim Prime Minister as Epstein scandal hits PM Starmer
World | Feb 09, 2026, 05:08 PM ISTAll eyes are now on the weekly Parliamentary Labour Party meeting, where UK PM Keir Starmer will have to persuade his Cabinet and backbench MPs that he continues to be the best person for the top job.
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'Sorry I believed Mandelson's lies': British PM Keir Starmer issues apology to Epstein victims
World | Feb 05, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTLabour MPs revolted against his push for the top mandarin to vet Mandelson files, compelling a Commons committee pivot. Cops halted early disclosure, warning it could taint Epstein-Mandelson probes.
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Explained: Why UK PM Keir Starmer is facing resignation calls over the Mandelson scandal
Explainers | Feb 05, 2026, 01:07 PM ISTUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under political pressure and facing resignation calls after revelations about his controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US. The scandal centres on Mandelson’s ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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UK PM Starmer seeks Trump's apology for 'downplaying' NATO's role in Afghanistan: 'Insulting'
World | Jan 23, 2026, 11:54 PM ISTReferring to NATO’s role in Afghanistan war, Trump suggested their troops, except those from the US, stayed 'a little back, a little off the front lines.' He argued that the US has not relied on NATO in the past.
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'Great stupidity': Trump blasts UK plan to hand over Chagos Islands after previously backing it
World | Jan 20, 2026, 03:56 PM ISTTrump said the UK was planning to give away Diego Garcia, an island that hosts a crucial US military base, “for no reason whatsoever.” He warned that rivals like China and Russia would see this as a sign of weakness.
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Starmer rebukes Trump over Greenland tariff threat, says 'trade wars help no one'
World | Jan 19, 2026, 03:59 PM ISTThe sharp response from Starmer follows Trump’s announcement on Saturday that the United States would impose a 10 per cent import tax from February on goods from eight European countries, including the UK.
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India, UK sign USD 468 million deal for Martlet lightweight missiles | All you need to know
India | Oct 10, 2025, 02:10 PM ISTThe lightweight multirole missiles, popularly known as Martlet, a mythical bird, has been developed by Thales Air Defence. The missiles weigh 13 kg, even though it has a speed which is 1.5 more than the speed of sound.
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PM Modi & UK PM Keir Starmer Share a Car Ride to Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, Video Surfaces
News | Oct 10, 2025, 01:03 PM ISTPM Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer stole the spotlight at the 2025 Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, sharing an unexpected car ride to the event. Watch the full video to catch this surprising moment between the two leaders.
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PM Modi, UK PM Starmer enjoy classical rendition of Ed Sheeran–Arijit Singh's 'Sapphire' | Watch
Trending | Oct 09, 2025, 07:45 PM ISTPM Modi shared a video of the performance on social media, praising it as "a great example of India-UK cultural partnership."