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'My AC temperature is set at this level': Indians react to UK's 26-degree 'heatwave'
Trending | Jun 18, 2024, 04:32 PM ISTVarious parts of India are reeling under record-breaking temperatures, including a 'red alert' in Delhi. In such a situation, people were left amused after hearing of a report that said the UK will be "blasted" by a heatwave of mere 26 degrees, which is like winters in Mumbai!
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Prince Louis' adorable dance at King Charles' birthday parade wins hearts on internet | WATCH
Trending | Jun 16, 2024, 04:02 PM ISTKate Middleton made her first public appearance at the 'Trooping the Colour' ceremony since her cancer revelation in March. The Princess of Wales said she was making “good progress” in her cancer treatment and joined the rest of the royal family at the Buckingham Palace.
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Kate Middleton arrives in Buckingham Palace to attend King Charles' birthday parade | WATCH
World | Jun 16, 2024, 03:43 PM ISTPrincess Kate on Friday said she is making “good progress” in her cancer treatment and will attend the birthday parade for King Charles on Saturday. This marks her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis was revealed following a surgery five months ago.
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How Modi's success in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls affects Asia and the global landscape
News | Jun 06, 2024, 05:58 PM ISTAfter securing a historic third-term victory in India's parliamentary election, the world awaits to see the next steps of the Narendra Modi-led ruling National Democratic Alliance. Watch the video to know more.
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UK to change definition of 'sex' after elections results I KNOW WHY
World | Jun 03, 2024, 04:24 PM ISTUK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stated that if the Conservatives win the upcoming July 4 election, they will amend the Equality Act to explicitly define sex as "biological." Sunak emphasised the necessity of eliminating ambiguity in order to safeguard the safety of women and girls.
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16 killed, 41 wounded in joint US-British airstrikes targeting Yemen's Houthi rebels
World | May 31, 2024, 05:22 PM ISTThe US Central Command said American and British forces struck 13 targets in Houthi-controlled Yemen, targeting the Salif port and a radio building in Hodeidah's Al-Hawk district. The Houthis had ramped up their attacks on international ships in the Red Sea, demanding Israel to end the war in Gaza.
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RBI transfers 1000 tonnes of gold from UK to its vaults in India
Business | May 31, 2024, 05:13 PM ISTIn the biggest logistical exercise to move huge quantity of gold since 1991, the Reserve Bank of India transfers 1000 tonnes of gold to its vaults in India. The move is guided by the management of overseas gold reserve considering its rise in recent years.
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UK: Indian-origin girl, 9, 'fighting for her life' after drive-by shooting in London
World | May 31, 2024, 04:58 PM ISTThe girl, believed to be from Kerala, was having a meal with her family when she and three others suffered gunshot wounds in a drive-by shooting. The girl remains in the hospital in a critical condition and police is currently investigating the crime, having located a stolen motorbike.
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Pakistan asks UK to 'rectify its past mistakes' on Israel but doesn't mention Jallianwala massacre
World | May 29, 2024, 11:30 PM ISTPakistan's Supreme Court, acting on the directive of Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, has penned a letter to British High Commissioner Jane Marriott, urging the United Kingdom to rectify its previous errors.
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England has 543 seats like India, but 4 countries are involved in UK elections, what's the process?
News | May 27, 2024, 06:28 PM ISTThe upcoming parliamentary elections in Britain, following India's recent polls, are garnering significant attention. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is vigorously preparing for these elections as the current Conservative Party government faces challenges,
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UK: Rishi Sunak faces mass exodus of MPs ahead of elections: Who are his Conservative challengers?
World | May 25, 2024, 05:59 PM ISTWith ministers Michael Gove and Andrea Leadsom opting out, a total of 78 Conservative MPs have quit the election race, beating the previous record of 72 from 1997. Sunak's party is far behind in opinion polls after high inflation, low economic growth and a series of political scandals.
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What to know about UK's general election on July 4: Candidates, impact on FTA with India
Explainers | May 24, 2024, 05:21 PM ISTRishi Sunak made a surprise announcement by declaring early elections on July 4, much before he completed three years in office. Opinion polls have predicted a record drubbing of the Conservatives to the opposition Labour, ending 14 years of Tory rule in the UK.
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'Is this a joke': Why UK's royal fans are infuriated with Kate Middleton's new portrait?
World | May 24, 2024, 01:34 PM ISTThe painting of Kate Middleton was drawn by British-Zambian artist Hannah Uzor and will appear in the July edition of the Tatler magazine. Uzor said she researched several pictures of the princess to honour her "courage and dignity" amid her cancer battle, but the painting drew intense backlash.
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UK Election Campaign: Rishi Sunak launches election campaign with promise to deliver a secure future
News | May 23, 2024, 02:29 PM ISTBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak launched his campaign in an east London exhibition centre on Wednesday (May 22), after calling a surprise summer general election for July 4. Watch to know more!
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What is UK Graduate Route visa and how does it impact Indian students? EXPLAINED
Explainers | May 20, 2024, 08:03 PM ISTRishi Sunak's decision to curb migration by denouncing student graduate visas has earned criticism from international students, universities and his own parliament members. Here's how Sunak's latest action could impact Indian students.
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India, UK note 'good progress' on 2030 Roadmap, reaffirm FTA commitment
World | May 18, 2024, 10:36 AM ISTForeign Secretary Vinay Kwatra met Sir Philip Barton, Permanent Under-Secretary at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) on Friday, where they discussed raising the level of bilateral cooperation. The FTA talks between India and the UK began in 2022, containing 26 chapters.
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Hinduja family emerges as UK's richest for third year in a row: Top 20 rich families in Britain
Business | May 18, 2024, 03:06 AM ISTThe Sunday Times has released the list of top 20 richest people in Britain. According to the list, the Hinduja family has once again emerged UK's richest.
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Video of massive crowd attempting to board bus in London goes viral, netizens reacts | WATCH
Trending | May 15, 2024, 11:48 AM ISTA video circulating on social media shows a significant crowd attempting to board a bus in London, prompting reactions from users. The video was shared on X on May 13 and garnered over 1.5 million views so far.
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UK: 66-year-old Indian-origin woman stabbed to death at bus stop in London
World | May 15, 2024, 10:19 AM ISTAnita Mukhey, 66, worked part-time in the National Health Service (NHS) as a medical secretary. She was waiting at London's at the Burnt Oak Broadway bus stop when the accused Jalal Debella allegedly stabbed her in the chest and neck.
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'She's doing well': Prince William shares rare update about Kate Middleton after cancer diagnosis
World | May 11, 2024, 03:47 PM ISTKate announced that she had cancer following an abdominal surgery earlier this year and is currently undergoing preventative chemotherapy. She is not allowed to return to duties until her doctors feel she is well enough to do so.