United Kingdom: News
06 Mar 2020
DubaiDubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed abducted daughters, UK court finds
A United Kingdom court has accepted as proved the allegations of abduction, torture, and threats against the billionaire ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum (70).
19 Feb 2020
BBCAll you need to know about UK's new visa system
The United Kingdom has launched a new points-based visa system, impacting migrant workers and students.
18 Feb 2020
IndiaUK MP's visa revoked, government blames her anti-India activities
New Delhi has sort of clarified that the visa of the United Kingdom's Member of Parliament Debbie Abrahams was revoked as she was involved in anti-India activities.
24 Dec 2019
AmazonAmazon Alexa tells user to kill herself for 'greater good'
Recently, a paramedic student in the United Kingdom was left horrified after seeking the help of Amazon's virtual assistant Alexa to study.
14 Dec 2019
Assam#CitizenshipAct: Amid Northeast violence, UK and US issue travel advisories
As of now, the Northeast has turned into nothing short of a battleground. As citizens are violently protesting the Citizenship Act, the United States and the United Kingdom issued travel advisories on Friday.
12 Dec 2019
Sexual AssaultIndian-origin doctor sexually assaults 23 women by exploiting cancer concerns
A former doctor in the United Kingdom was found guilty of sexually assaulting 23 women patients.
16 Nov 2019
NetherlandsThis 9-year-old prodigy will soon become world's youngest graduate
A 9-year-old boy is set to become the youngest person to attain a university degree.
22 Oct 2019
Donald TrumpJustin Trudeau wins second term in Canada polls; loses majority
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau won a second term in the national elections on Monday. However, Trudeau's Liberal Party lost the Parliament majority as the opposition Conservatives closed in.
17 Oct 2019
BrexitBritain-EU reach Brexit deal, declares PM Boris Johnson
On Thursday, United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that a Brexit deal has been negotiated between the UK and the European Union.
23 Sep 2019
United States of AmericaWorld's oldest travel firm Thomas Cook goes bankrupt, travelers stranded
In a concerning turn of events, Thomas Cook, the world's oldest travel company, collapsed on Monday after talks to revive it failed.
15 Sep 2019
MumbaiIrrfan Khan returns to India after 'successful surgery' in London
Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan returned to Mumbai on Saturday after undergoing treatment for cancer in London, United Kingdom.
09 Sep 2019
British AirwaysNearly all British Airways flights cancelled amid two-day strike
British Airways (BA) pilots went on a 48-hour strike on Monday in an ongoing dispute over pay and conditions.
04 Sep 2019
WorldUK teen loses eyesight/hearing after eating French-fries, Pringles for years
In a bizarre piece of news, a teenager from the United Kingdom has lost his vision and hearing after surviving on a diet of French fries, Pringles, white bread, etc., for many years.
20 Aug 2019
IndiaLove learning about world history? Visit these five places
The world has witnessed countless dynasties come and go, innumerable wars, and many rulers.
02 Aug 2019
EnglandIndian-origin doctor, who won Miss England, once faced racial bullying
While models often get stereotyped as stupid, Bhasha Mukherjee, the 23-year-old who was crowned Miss England on Thursday, is living proof that they aren't.
23 Jul 2019
Theresa MayBoris Johnson beats Jeremy Hunt; to become next UK PM
In a resounding victory, Britain's governing Conservative Party announced Boris Johnson as the new elected leader of the party on Tuesday.
04 Jul 2019
India#TechBytes: How to turn on speedometer in Google Maps
Whether you are walking or driving, Google Maps offer plenty of features to complement the entire navigation experience.
06 Jun 2019
Donald TrumpTrump blames India for pollution, says US has 'cleanest climate'
United States President Donald Trump doesn't need to prove he's dumber than we already know, but he continues setting new lows for humankind.
22 May 2019
IndiaChristopher Nolan's upcoming movie and its Indian connection
Christopher Nolan, the brilliant filmmaker who has given us films like Inception, Interstellar, and Insomnia, is currently in the process of making his next film.
03 May 2019
HBO'Game of Thrones' Season 8 breaks Guinness World Records
Game of Thrones is the most popular show on television right now.
08 Apr 2019
Vijay MallyaUK court rejects Vijay Mallya's plea against extradition
Embattled businessman Vijay Mallya's plea against his extradition order was rejected by a UK court on Monday. He will now appear for an oral hearing on his appeal.
06 Apr 2019
IndiaHere's a look at Reliance Jio's unlimited international roaming plans
Reliance Jio is surely one of the best telecom service providers in India. Led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, the company has disrupted the domestic market by offering unlimited call and data plans at affordable prices.
28 Feb 2019
PulwamaUS, UK, France move UN Security Council to blacklist Masood
The United States, United Kingdom, and France moved a fresh plea in United Nations Security Council on Wednesday demanding the blacklisting of Jaish-e-Mohammed Chief Masood Azhar, amid rising tension between India and Pakistan.
27 Jan 2019
United Nations (UN)UK: Dozens of girls subjected to breast ironing. But why?
An investigation by Guardian has revealed the African practice of ironing breasts has found its way in the United Kingdom and dozens of pre-teen girls have been subjected to it.
21 Jan 2019
XTwitter is busy debating 'How do you draw letter X?'
The social media was not even over with the #10YearChallenge that another crazy trend has emerged.
13 Jan 2019
Valentine's Day#ValentinesDaySpecial: Pay Rs. 136 and name cockroach after your ex
Have you just come out of an ugly breakup? Do you want bitter revenge towards your former spouse or find some closure?
13 Jan 2019
WWEWWE Performance Center to be opened in India: Triple H
WWE, recently, opened its first Performance Center, outside of America, in United Kingdom.
03 Jan 2019
MumbaiMumbai: After getting 6 missed calls, businessman loses Rs. 1.86cr
Missed calls from unknown numbers often don't bother us but six such missed calls cost a Mumbai businessman Rs. 1.86 crore.
14 Dec 2018
IndiaIndia ranks third on Pornhub traffic, 30% of them women
If one thinks banning pornography content or websites in India will drive the libido away from the citizens, one cannot be more wrong.
03 Dec 2018
MumbaiOnly dignified activities allowed on INS Viraat: Vice Admiral Luthra
Only "dignified activities" will be permitted on board the Indian Navy's decommissioned aircraft carrier INS Viraat, Western Naval Command chief Vice Admiral Girish Luthra said today.
11 Oct 2018
SensexGold climbs Rs. 130 per 10 gram on festive demand
Gold advanced by Rs. 130 to Rs. 31,980 per 10 gram today following the uptick in festive season demand from jewelers and retailers at the domestic spot market despite a weak global trend.
05 Oct 2018
White HouseBabbar Khalsa group poses risk to our interests, says US
The US has named Sikh militant group Babbar Khalsa among the separatist movements that pose a risk to American interests overseas.
30 Sep 2018
Tamil NaduProtests planned at Vedanta's final company meet in UK
Foil Vedanta, a grassroots activist group centered in the United Kingdom, is planning to stage a "loud" demonstration outside the final annual general meeting of Indian mining tycoon Anil Agarwal's Vedanta Resources in London tomorrow.
27 Sep 2018
IndiaBritish Council to give scholarship to 500 Indian students
British Council, India Director, Alan Gemmell Obe, today said the Council would give a scholarship to 500 students from India for an academic exchange program in 44 United Kingdom universities.
23 Sep 2018
IndiaInform foreigners, OCIs about blacklisting in advance: HC to Center
The Delhi High Court has deprecated the "disturbing and unreasonable" practice of authorities of not informing Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card holders or foreigners in advance about they being blacklisted.
16 Sep 2018
Theresa MayTheresa May admits getting 'irritated' by debate over her leadership
British Prime Minister Theresa May concedes that she gets "irritated" by the debate over her leadership during the difficult Brexit negotiations.
20 Aug 2018
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)United Kingdom authorities confirm Nirav Modi is in UK
The United Kingdom authorities have confirmed that diamantaire Nirav Modi is in the UK. Further, it has been reported that the CBI has already filed a case for his extradition.
31 Jul 2018
BusinessFearing condoms may burst, Durex recalls batch
Condom makers Durex recalled ten batches of its non-latex Real Feel and Latex Free condoms sold in the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland, over the fear that they might burst.
27 Jul 2018
Global Hunger IndexDelhi sisters who starved to death lived in car-sized windowless-room
Days after three little sisters living in a Delhi shanty died of starvation, disturbing details continue to tumble out.
21 Jul 2018
BrexitQueen Elizabeth II's private income increases by Rs. 10 crore
Queen Elizabeth II receives money from the Duchy of Lancaster every year, and new data shows her private income increased by £1mn (approximately Rs. 10 crore).
