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Jaishankar reaffirms zero-tolerance policy on terrorism in talks with UK Foreign Secretary | Video
India | Jun 07, 2025, 06:15 PM ISTJaishankar on terrorism: EAM Jaishankar acknowledged UK’s strong condemnation of Pahalgam terror attack and its solidarity with India. In his opening remarks ahead of the formal discussions, he affirmed, "India anticipates that our partners will fully comprehend and respect this stance."
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Pakistan begs on one side, spreads terrorism on other: All-party delegation in UK
India | Jun 02, 2025, 11:20 AM ISTBJP MP Ghulam Ali Khatana stressed that Indian MPs are visiting the UK and other countries to send a clear message: India knows how to crush terrorism and does not require external mediation.
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Chagos Islands: What is the UK-Mauritius deal on archipelago and what's India's stance on it?
Explainers | May 23, 2025, 12:34 PM ISTThe Chagos Islands are a strategically significant area, with one of its islands, Diego Garcia, serving as a key military base jointly operated by the UK and the US. It monitors the Malacca Strait and other essential global trade routes, especially energy supplies.
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'Risk of absconding is high': London High Court judge on rejecting Nirav Modi's bail for 10th time
World | May 23, 2025, 09:06 AM ISTThe Courts, in the context of the Applicant's extradition, have on two occasions assessed the underlying evidence being relied on against the bail applicant. On each occasion, the court has been satisfied that there is a prima facie case.
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‘What steps is Britain taking to remove terrorist bases from PoK?’: UK MP asks Foreign Secy Lammy
World | May 15, 2025, 02:28 AM ISTThe British Conservative MP, Blackman, had condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and reiterated his calls for the government to fully support India in its steps to eliminate terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir earlier on April 29.
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Is UK open to sharing access to Kohinoor diamond with India? British minister weighs in
India | May 04, 2025, 07:27 PM ISTThe Kohinoor diamond is a 105.6-carat gem, historically owned by Indian rulers before being taken by the British during colonial rule.
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UK Supreme Court backs biological definition of 'woman', excludes trans women in landmark judgement
World | Apr 16, 2025, 05:24 PM ISTThe latest ruling by the UK Supreme Court implies that that a transgender person, with a certificate that recognises them as female, should not be considered a woman for equality purposes.
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UK Foreign Secretary calls Israeli detention of two lawmakers 'unacceptable, counterproductive'
World | Apr 06, 2025, 10:53 AM ISTThe two British lawmakers, who were denied entry into Israel, claimed to be part of an official UK delegation. However, the claim was proved to be false, according to an Israeli media report.
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Russian state media falls for April Fool's joke about UK's new aircraft carrier: Report
World | Apr 04, 2025, 02:07 PM ISTThe UK Defence Journal, in its satirical piece about the Royal Navy's new aircraft carrier 'HMS Prince Andrew', made unrealistic claims on April Fool's Day. Russian state media, Russia Today, reported on it, claiming it to be a real report regarding the UK's plan to expand its navy.
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Heathrow Airport in UK closed due to power outage caused by fire
World | Mar 21, 2025, 09:01 AM ISTPower supply at the Heathrow airport is disrupted due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the the electricity. Subsequently, the airport will not have power and will be closed till 11:59 pm on March 21.
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EAM Jaishankar holds talks with UK PM Keir Starmer, discusses advancing bilateral ties
World | Mar 05, 2025, 07:15 AM ISTJaishankar in UK: Jaishankar said bilateral cooperation and the UK’s perspective on the Russia-Ukraine conflict were among the topics covered during his meeting with the UK PM.
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Zelenskyy meets UK PM Keir Starmer in London ahead of key Ukraine summit with European leaders
World | Mar 02, 2025, 06:12 AM ISTUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at Downing Street in London on Saturday (March 1) to meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of a key summit with European leaders.
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Kate Middleton, Britain’s Princess of Wales, says she is in remission from cancer
World | Jan 15, 2025, 01:02 PM ISTThe princess announced in September 2024 she had completed chemotherapy, appearing alongside her husband and children in a video in which she expressed relief at the turn of events.
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Blow to Labour government: UK economy shows no growth in third quarter
World | Dec 23, 2024, 07:49 PM ISTThe United Kingdom's economy shows no signs of growth in the third quarter. It is to be noted that Keir Starmer's government had made economic growth as its top priority.
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Britain's shadow minister Priti Patel wants China on UK’s national security risk list
World | Dec 22, 2024, 06:30 PM ISTPriti Patel also attacked UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Cabinet. She has alleged the current government of prioritising trade ties with China over national security.
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Spherical egg fetches record price in UK, buyer says 'money spent well'
Trending | Dec 19, 2024, 01:44 PM ISTAfter a few drinks, Ed Pownell spent £150 on a one-in-a-billion spherical egg, which he later donated to the Iuventas Foundation. The egg brought £200 at auction, and the earnings went to Oxfordshire's youth mental health services. Initially, the egg was found in a supermarket in Ayr, Scotland.
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Indian woman killed in UK warned her family about husband: 'Won't go back, he'll kill me'
World | Dec 15, 2024, 12:33 PM ISTThe family of the victim, Harshita Brella, has accused her husband, Pankaj Lamba of domestic violence. Her mother revealed that she didn't want to go to him.
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7 most beautiful castles in the world | IN PICS
World | Dec 11, 2024, 09:31 PM ISTWe have put together a list of gorgeous castles and a few fortresses around the world- have fun discovering them.
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British Teen earns Rs 16 lakh monthly by just selling stickers online, here's how
Trending | Dec 08, 2024, 05:05 PM ISTA 17-year-old teenager from the United Kingdom said that he has earned more than £15,000 (about Rs 16 lakh) by selling customised stickers online.
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Storm Darragh: One dead, thousands left without power in Ireland and UK as heavy rain batters region
World | Dec 08, 2024, 12:06 PM ISTStorm Darragh: The official alert, which came with a loud siren-like sound, warned people to stay indoors and was sent to every compatible mobile phone in the areas impacted by Storm Darragh.