- Saturday, July 27, 2024
A GRADUATE from the early days of Warwick Business School has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Warwick. Karamjit Singh CBE, who began his career in 1971 as a research associate in the Industrial Relations Research Unit, now part of Warwick Business School, was named an honorary…
A family's joyous occasion turned into a financial and emotional ordeal when a mother suffered a stroke during a visit to the UK for her daughter's graduation. Maleeha Nadeem's mother, Bushra Khalid,66, travelled from Pakistan to Rochdale last September, marking her first trip abroad. However, a week before her scheduled…
Informal slang words like ‘boop’ and ‘the ick’ are among the over 3,200 new words and phrases added to the ‘Cambridge Dictionary’ in its latest update this week. ‘Boop’, defined as “a gentle hit or touch on a person's or animal's nose or head, showing that you like them or…
Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams is set to bring his So Happy It Hurts tour to India this December. Adams, 64, will begin his five-city tour from December 10 to 16 and cover cities like Shillong, Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. This will mark Adams' sixth visit to India after his…
As India observes the 25th anniversary of its victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War of 1999, here are some Hindi films that celebrate the real heroes behind the war in which over 500 soldiers sacrificed their lives: ■ LOC: Kargil (2003): The war drama, featuring Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgn,…
Iram Parveen Bilal has always had a brave approach and produces her finest work with this wonderful, taboo-busting Pakistani drama, which had its UK premiere at the recent London Indian Film Festival. The fearless filmmaker tells the story of a widowed single mother, a young Pakistani woman from a conservative…
A squad full of debutants aims to excel as the shooting competition of the Paris Olympics begins in Chateauroux, France, on Friday. India has won four Olympic medals in shooting out of its overall tally of 35, but none in the last two editions of the Summer Games. This places…
It was refreshing to play a woman who is not a "damsel in distress" in Ulajh, says Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor about her upcoming film, which will see her in the role of a young diplomat and spy. Directed by Sudhanshu Saria of Loev and Sanaa fame, the film also…
The man whose remains were found in Herschel Park, Slough was a homeless person who had been known to sleep rough there, the LDRS has learned. Karandeep Singh’s remains were discovered in the park on 7 July this year – more than two years after he was reported missing. Homelessness…
THE University of Birmingham has unveiled a portrait to mark Lord Karan Bilimoria's ten-year tenure as chancellor. Lord Bilimoria, the first Indian-born chancellor of a Russell Group university in Britain, has stepped down from the post. The portrait, created by Benjamin Sullivan, has been added to the university's research and…
East London residents will benefit as the NHS will be able to carry out 50,000 more tests a year thanks to a new diagnostics centre, a health trust says. The community diagnostic centre (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital was formally opened today (25th July) and will serve patients from Redbridge…
Gold prices have dropped sharply by 7 per cent, or ₹5,000 (£46.41) per 10 grams, in local markets following the Indian government’s reduction of the basic customs duty on gold. Experts believe that the lower costs will encourage more people to invest in gold, both as a commodity and a…
THE family of a man kicked in the head by police at Manchester airport has called for calm in all communities, according to Rochdale MP Paul Waugh. Waugh explained that the family, who are "traumatised" by the incident, have no political agenda and do not support any form of political…
Increased Chinese steel imports are adversely impacting the margins of domestic players, JSW Steel chairman Sajjan Jindal stated on Friday (26). Addressing the company's Annual General Meeting (AGM), Jindal noted that several countries have already imposed barriers against steel imports. The Indian steel industry is also engaging with the government…
AN INDIAN national was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a minor into illegal sexual activity, a US Attorney announced on Thursday (25). Court documents showed that from September 20, 2022, to October 6, 2022, Upendra Aduru, 32, an Indian national in the United States…
Republican leader Nikki Haley stated on Thursday (25) that attacking vice-president Kamala Harris based on her gender and skin color is not helpful. She emphasized that criticism should focus on Harris's policies and accomplishments. "It's not helpful. We're talking about a liberal senator who has not accomplished very much, and…
Further solidifying his image as a global Punjabi icon, singer Diljit Dosanjh unveiled his second international collaboration for 2024 on Friday (26). He teamed up with American rapper NLE Choppa for the track Muhammad Ali. The urban pop anthem, produced by Da Honorable CNOTE, was released on YouTube and written…
The Olympics officially kick off on Friday with an opening ceremony in the heart of Paris. However, an attack by vandals targeting France's high-speed TGV rail network has exposed security risks at a time when all eyes are on the country. The coordinated actions by saboteurs disrupted some of France's…
Designer Manish Malhotra described it as an "honour" to dress the iconic Hollywood actor and singer Jennifer Lopez. On Thursday (25) morning, Malhotra, 57, took to Instagram to express his gratitude for the opportunity to create a custom gown for Lopez’s Bridgerton-themed birthday party. Lopez, who turned 55 on July…
Indian foreign minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Thursday in Laos, where they agreed to resolve border issues as soon as possible. The two countries share a long Himalayan border, much of which is poorly demarcated. Relations have been strained since a military clash in July…
Vice-president Kamala Harris took her presidential campaign to the largest US teachers' union on Thursday (25), promising a "fight for the future" as new opinion polls showed her closing in on Republican rival Donald Trump. Harris' swift rise as the Democratic candidate for the November 5 election has energized the…
A SENIOR child safety investigator has said that Rotherham will ‘never be complacent’ about the threat of harm to its young people – 10 years after a damning report found that 1,400 children were sexually exploited from 1997 to 2013. It comes as Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, which was critisised…
Former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle endorsed Kamala Harris's presidential bid on Friday (26) in a one-minute video that captured a private phone call between the couple and the current vice-president. "We called to say Michelle and I couldn't be prouder to endorse you and to do everything…
Lord Charlie Falconer, a former lord chancellor under Tony Blair, will propose a private member’s bill in the House of Lords on Friday to allow assisted dying for terminally ill adults. In March, Keir Starmer voiced his support for changing the law and assured Esther Rantzen, a terminally ill TV…
CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves vowed to "fix the mess" in the country's finances left by the prior Tory government but said she would make no commitments on taxation until she is certain that fiscal rules can be met. Reeves told reporters at a G20 finance leaders meeting in Brazil that the…
Barclays, NatWest, and Lloyds are among seven banks sharing customer data with the National Crime Agency (NCA) to combat criminal gangs, money laundering, and "dirty money" in the UK. This initiative is the largest project of its kind worldwide. Reuters revealed a year ago that more than six banks, including…
Britain's competition regulator announced on Friday (26) that its ongoing review of supermarket loyalty prices is unlikely to uncover widespread evidence of misleading promotions. Loyalty schemes, which offer significantly lower prices for members, have become extremely popular among the UK's largest supermarkets. The majority of customers now use these schemes,…
A labourer discovered a 19.22-carat diamond in a mine in India's Madhya Pradesh state on Wednesday. Officials estimate the diamond could fetch about £74,242 or more at the government auction. Raju Gaud, who found the diamond, said he had been digging mud and sifting through it daily during the monsoon…
Sri Lanka's election commission announced on Friday (26) that the presidential election will take place on September 21. This will be the first election since the unprecedented economic crisis and widespread unrest of 2022, which led to severe shortages of food, fuel, and medicine. President Ranil Wickremesinghe, 75, who assumed…
One of the brightest new stars on the pop music scene is Natania Lalwani. The top talent from Mumbai, now based in Los Angeles, has gone from songwriting collaborations with heavy hitters Bella Poarch, Eric Nam, Gucci Mane, Skrillex, Armaan Malik, Ali Sethi, Nick Jonas and Jared Leto to a…
Singer-songwriter Charli XCX is among the nominees for this year's Mercury Prize, as announced by the organisers of the British music award on Thursday. The Mercury Prize, first awarded to Primal Scream in 1992, annually shortlists 12 albums released by British and Irish acts in the United Kingdom. The prize…
Rising mortgage rates in Britain have likely pushed around 320,000 people into poverty, nearly 100,000 more than official statistics suggest, according to a report released on Thursday. Although rates have decreased from peaks above 6 per cent for a typical two-year mortgage last year, they remain above 5 per cent,…
Smart TV adoption has surged, with 82% of households expected to have at least one smart TV by 2025. What does this signify for companies? This is a fantastic chance to increase your visibility on smart TV platforms! This post is made for anyone who plans smart TV app development and…
Excellent news for globetrotters on a tight budget! Reopening its borders to foreign visitors, Malaysia, a jewel of Southeast Asia known for its coral reefs, rainforests, and rich culture, is With an unexpected hack for budget travellers, the Zone 1 Fly Pass or Travel pass Malaysia signals the comeback of a…
NEW city MP Shockat Adam vowed to “speak truth to power” in his first speech in Parliament. Adam’s victory in Leicester south in the General Election was one of the biggest shocks of the night. Running on a pro-Gaza platform, he defeated long-standing Labour MP Jonathan Ashworth by fewer than…
This low-budget British Asian movie had its world premiere at the recent London Indian Film Festival. Two British Pakistanis meet in London to see if they are compatible for marriage. He isn’t interested in settling down, so cuts the date short. However, his travel plans are disrupted when the trains…
British Asian race car driver Arvid Anand Olof Lindblad is only 16, but he has set his sights on the highest echelons of motorsport. With a clear vision and remarkable talent, Lindblad’s journey from karting prodigy to Formula 3 Championship contender is marked by a deep-rooted passion for racing, inspired…
An application from Wembley Stadium to increase the number of major events it hosts each year by eight has sparked fear amongst some residents that their ‘quality of life will decrease’. One 94-year-old woman who requires home care and her son worry that disruptions to public transport will mean carers…
CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves has said that the priority of the British government is to deliver economic growth to make every part of the country better off. She will urge business leaders to “take another look at Britain” as the minister talks about the government’s plans to boost international investment during…
The days of China investing heavily in Pakistan are over, a senior US administration official informed lawmakers, emphasising that the United States represents the future. “China is the past in terms of investments in Pakistan, we are the future,” Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Donald Lu…
A man has denied murdering his wife as she pushed their baby in a pram along a street in Bradford. Habibur Masum, 26, is accused of fatally stabbing Kulsuma Akter on 6 April in the Westgate area. The baby was unharmed. Masum, of Leamington Avenue in Burnley, appeared at Bradford…
Extreme hunger. Desperate poverty. Shocking inequality. In 2024, these problems should be consigned to history. Sadly, they are continuing to fester across much of the world today. This week, most of the world’s biggest countries came together at the G20 Development Ministers’ meeting in Brazil to consider how to tackle…
From spending time in a hypoxic chamber to sparring with a variety of partners to adapt to different styles, Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu has left no stone unturned in her preparation for the Paris Games. She aims to achieve an unprecedented third consecutive Olympic medal. Although Sindhu's form has…
US president Joe Biden addressed the nation on Wednesday (24) for the first time since dropping his reelection bid, saying he decided to forgo personal ambition to save democracy in a sedate Oval Office speech that contrasted with the rough-and-tumble campaign. Shortly before the speech, Republican Donald Trump laid into…
Some Indian athletes will be carrying high expectations, some will look to surprise, and a few will aim for a perfect end to their careers as the 117-strong Indian contingent targets a better performance at the Olympic Games, starting on Friday. India returned from Tokyo with seven medals, and now…
Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, Sri Lanka's former Army chief known for his pivotal role in the military campaign that defeated the LTTE, formally announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election on Thursday (25). Fonseka vowed to eliminate corruption and revitalise the economy as key pillars of his campaign. The…
Ali, born and raised in Scotland, one of five siblings moved to Pakistan with his family at the age of six due to his father's new job with a fertiliser company. After Ali’s father retired, the family returned to the UK and Ali joined high school to complete his Scottish…
Paris will launch the 2024 Olympics with a unique opening ceremony on the River Seine, featuring a 6 km floating parade. This historic event will take place on Friday (26 July) and will be distinct from traditional stadium-based ceremonies. It will see athletes and performers travel along the Seine, passing…
The impact of certain pesticides on increasing cancer risk in farmers "rivalled" that of smoking, according to a US study that examined 69 chemicals, including four commonly used in India. Researchers found that for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, leukemia, and bladder cancer, the effects of pesticide exposure were "more pronounced" than those…
With most social media accounts dominated by flashy photographs and videos relating to dance, comedy or other visual content, there is usually little room left for beautiful words. Talented young poet and storyteller Ruchika Lohiya is one of the few content creators changing the online landscape with literary-based reels, showcasing…
AN ARMED police officer has been suspended after a video surfaced showing him allegedly kicking and stamping on a man's head at Manchester airport. The incident, which took place in Terminal 2 on Tuesday (23) led to a large protest outside Rochdale police station, where demonstrators chanted “GMP shame on…
The Delhi high court on Thursday (25) sought the stand of the Centre on a plea seeking action against filmmaker Nisha Pahuja and Netflix for allegedly revealing a minor gang rape survivor's identity in a documentary film in violation of the law. Dev Patel was one of the executive producers…
THE INDIAN government has released a commemorative stamp celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary singer Mukesh. This special stamp was unveiled at a ceremony hosted by India's Ministry of Culture at Akashwani Bhawan in Delhi on Wednesday (24). Federal minister of culture and tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who…
Brown Sauce, a monthly comedy club for South Asian comedians, is partnering with Tara Theatre to present The Comedy Lab on 18 October. Participants will join a free one-day workshop in London, guided by comedy professionals. The workshop will end with a ticketed showcase event where participants will perform a…
THE man accused of trying to kill the author Salman Rushdie has been charged with terrorism for allegedly acting on behalf of Hezbollah, according to documents unsealed Wednesday (24). This is the first time the US has so clearly singled out Lebanon's powerful Iranian-backed movement over the attack on Rushdie.…
Bangladesh further eased a nationwide curfew on Thursday as students weighed the future of their protest campaign against civil service hiring rules that sparked days of deadly unrest last week. Last week's violence killed at least 191 people, including several police officers, according to an AFP count of victims reported…
School summer holidays will be extended by two weeks in southern Pakistan because of high temperatures, affecting more than 100,000 schools, an education official said Tuesday (23). Pakistan is increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather conditions resulting from climate change, including hotter and more frequent heatwaves and heavier and longer monsoons.…
EXPECTANT mothers at a troubled NHS trust faced racist and discriminatory treatment, including staff mocking their accents and refusing to provide interpreters, the inquiry leader told the Guardian. Donna Ockenden's team is reviewing over 1,900 families' cases involving stillbirths, neonatal deaths, maternal deaths, or babies with brain damage at Nottingham…
Patricia Scotland, the Commonwealth secretary general, will make her first official visit to Pakistan from July 28 to August 2, 2024, on the invitation of the government of Pakistan. During her five-day visit, Scotland will meet with Pakistan’s leadership, cabinet members, youth leaders, civil society representatives, and other stakeholders. Scotland,…
Bollywood movies not doing well at the box office this year is just a phase and one should focus on films that have been successful, says filmmaker Rohit Shetty, as he hopes his much-awaited Singham Again makes viewers happy. Other than small and mid-budget movies like Kiran Rao-directed Laapataa Ladies,…
Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) announced on Wednesday that it has received an investment proposal from India’s Adani Group to upgrade Nairobi's airport. The proposal, submitted by Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL), concerns the development of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) under a public-private partnership. AAHL, which manages seven airports in…
Bollywood actor Salman Khan has told the police that he believed the Lawrence Bishnoi gang carried out the firing at his residence in April this year with the intention to kill him and his family members. The actor's statement is part of the charge sheet filed by the Mumbai police…
The Labour government will present its green energy infrastructure plan to parliament on Thursday. Alongside this, it will announce a multi-billion-pound energy partnership with the Crown Estate. The legislation will create a publicly owned entity called Great British Energy. Prime minister Keir Starmer aims for this body to fund renewable…
THE UK said on Wednesday (24) it had launched a new technology security initiative with India aimed at boosting economic growth, fostering collaboration on telecoms security and unlocking investment in emerging technologies. The government said the agreement would see the two countries work more closely together on critical technologies including…
AN inquest has revealed that an 11-year-old girl, Falaq Babar, died in hospital after being 'punched in the heat of the moment' by her adult half-brother, Suhail Mohammed. Despite sufficient evidence for a manslaughter charge, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) decided not to proceed, partly due to complex medical evidence…
Imran Khan, former Pakistani prime minister and cricket star, will run for the chancellorship of Oxford University from his prison cell in Pakistan, according to his team. Despite serving a 10-year jail sentence, Khan will participate in an online ballot for the position, reported the Telegraph. The chancellor's seat at…
With the surge in virtual connectivity, companies like Interpillar Limited are witnessing exponential growth in user engagement. However, as user numbers escalate, the challenge of scaling efficiently arises. How can Interpillar and similar entities manage rapid user growth on communication platforms without compromising user experience or security? Let's delve into…
Outfits, musical instruments and other objects on loan from US musician Taylor Swift are going on display at London's V&A in a temporary summer exhibition. Titled Taylor Swift | Songbook Trail, the exhibition is made up of 13 installations dotted across the museum's many galleries. "It's a journey around the…
THE former First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, has expressed his gratitude and admiration for his newborn daughter, Liyana, who recently spent time in the hospital due to health complications. Yousaf shared the news on social media, describing Liyana as his "wee warrior" after she required treatment for high bilirubin…
A 36-year-old man accused of spreading “misinformation” during Hindu-Muslim unrest in Leicester two years ago appeared at Westminster Magistrates Court in London on Wednesday (24), charged with unrelated terror offences. Majid Novraska, also known as Freeman, appeared in the dock as the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) read out the charges…
A FORMER postal minister has described a "threatening" meeting with Post Office executives during the public inquiry into the Horizon Scandal. Lady Neville-Rolfe said that during the scrutiny of the Horizon IT system and the related prosecutions she was subtly warned to "watch out." She also revealed that the atmosphere…
South Korea has led the archery medals table at every Olympics since 1988, but signs suggest their dominance may be waning. Other nations, notably India, are closing the gap. Since their Olympic debut in 1984, South Korea has won 43 medals in archery—27 gold, nine silver, and seven bronze. They…
Former foreign minister James Cleverly announced on Tuesday that he is running to become the leader of the Conservative Party. The party announced on Monday that it would name its new leader on November 2. This follows the party's worst-ever election performance, which led to former prime minister Rishi Sunak's…
Passion, dedication and hard work have been driving forces for Amit Sadh during his successful career across multiple platforms. Beyond the glitz and glamour, the actor is deeply connected to the open road and charts that compelling journey in his recently launched YouTube series Motorcycle Saved My Life. He offers…
BANKS and building societies in the UK will soon be required to ensure that local communities have adequate access to cash services, following new regulations announced by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on Tuesday (23). These rules, effective from 18 September, mandate that financial institutions assess and address significant gaps…
Last year’s Edinburgh Fringe became life-changing for naturally gifted stand-up comedian Urooj Ashfaq. She received worldwide attention by becoming the first Indian to win a best newcomer award at the world’s biggest arts festival and has since embarked on a big UK tour. Ashfaq will feature her new work in…
India is facing new allegations of kidney trafficking, months after a Telegraph investigation exposed a similar issue involving Myanmar citizens being lured to Delhi to sell their organs. According to The Times of India and other local media outlets, Delhi Police have arrested a 50-year-old surgeon for alleged involvement in…
It has been an impressive life for someone whose unconventional childhood greatly influenced her strong sense of justice. Cherie Blair was the first spouse of a British prime minister to have a successful legal career while also being in the public eye as the wife of Tony Blair. In her…
People with anxiety could be at three times the risk of developing dementia compared to those without anxiety, according to a study. People aged 60-70 years with chronic (persistent) anxiety were found to be more likely to develop the mental condition in which memory and decision-making are impaired, affecting daily…
The god of truth and righteousness is supporting the Democratic Party in this year's US presidential election, according to Hindu priests in Kamala Harris' ancestral Indian village. A single narrow road lined with coconut trees leads to Thulasendrapuram, a village surrounded by paddy fields in Tamil Nadu and once home…
LABOUR MPs Imran Hussain, Apsana Begum, and Zarah Sultana are among seven who have been suspended for six months after voting last night (23) against the government to scrap the two-child benefit cap. The amendment, proposed by the SNP (expand this pls), aimed to remove the policy that restricts universal…
A passenger plane crashed on take-off in Kathmandu on Wednesday (24), with the pilot rescued from the flaming wreckage but all 18 others aboard killed, said police in the Nepali capital. The plane, carrying two crew members and 17 technicians, was going for regular maintenance to Nepal's new Pokhara airport,…
In a humble temple in an Indian village, Hindu priest Subhramanya Sharma prays daily for JD Vance to become vice-president of the United States. He bows before a silver-clad idol of Sai Baba, a 19th-century guru worshipped as a deity by his followers, seeking blessings for the Republican politician and…
THE head of the BBC has apologised to celebrity contestants who had negative experiences on its prime-time Strictly Come Dancing show, following a string of bullying allegations. The programme -- exported to over 60 other countries through the "Dancing with the Stars" franchise -- is the jewel in the crown…
The earth experienced its hottest day in at least 84 years, with the global average temperature reaching a record high of 17.09°C on July 21, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). This follows a series of monthly heat records – June marked the 12th consecutive month…
The Indian budget presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday has been well-received by the UK business and investor community. Key proposals include a reduction in the corporate tax rate for foreign companies from 40 per cent to 35 per cent and the removal of the "angel tax." Experts…
Foreign secretary David Lammy started a two-day visit to India on Wednesday to push forward negotiations for the long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and to explore opportunities for cooperation in areas like clean energy, new technologies, and security. This visit marks the first high-level engagement between India and the UK…
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The Indian Premier League (IPL), the height of cricket fandom, and captivates millions of fans worldwide. The 2024 season is now happening, alongside there's an overwhelming feeling of excitement about seeing games. Since not all cricket fans own smart TVs, the question of how to watch the IPL 2024 matches…
AN industry body has said that the Indian budget is inclusive, with a strong emphasis on creating jobs and enhancing skills. Indian finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday (23) unveiled billions of dollars in new spending to create jobs and satisfy key coalition partners. Despite this new expenditure, India has…
A court has found a radical Islamist preacher guilty of directing a banned terrorist organisation and encouraging support for it online. Anjem Choudary was convicted by a jury at Woolwich Crown Court in southeast London for being the "caretaker" leader of Al-Muhajiroun (ALM), which has been banned in the UK…
THE Sri Lankan government on Tuesday (23) said it would formally apologise to the island nation's Muslim minority community for its controversial cremation policy adopted during the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. The mandatory order taken in 2020 to cremate the bodies of Covid-19 victims, which…
DISCREPANCIES between brain regions linked to a common gene deletion, affecting one in every 2,000 individuals, could help assess the risk for developing psychosis, according to a new study. For 20 years, a team of researchers at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, followed 300 patients aged 5-34 years who were…
PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer has appointed prominent city adviser Varun Chandra as his special adviser on business and investment, reported The Financial Times. Chandra, previously managing partner at the London-based consultancy Hakluyt, will now be the main point of contact between Downing Street and corporate executives as well as international…
The family of Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh man from Scotland imprisoned in India, has requested the foreign secretary to address his case during this week's trade talks between the two countries. Johal, 37, a blogger and activist from Dumbarton, was in India for his wedding in 2017 when he…
ENGLISH cricket chiefs confirmed on Monday (22) that they have held talks with Indian Premier League (IPL) owners about investing in their domestic Hundred competition. The fourth edition of the controversial 100-ball per side tournament, which features eight specially created teams, each with a men's and women's side, rather than…
Andy Murray, the first male tennis player to win two Olympic singles gold medals, announced on Tuesday that he will play the final event of his career at the Paris Games before retiring. Murray, regarded as one of Britain's greatest sportsmen, won gold in London 2012 by beating Roger Federer…
PRINCE HARRY has praised Birmingham for securing the bid to host the Invictus Games in 2027, marking the first time the event will return to the UK since its inception in London in 2014. Founded by the Duke of Sussex for wounded, injured, and sick military personnel and veterans, the…
Keir Starmer announced on Monday the creation of Skills England, a new skills training organisation aimed at reducing the UK's reliance on overseas workers. He said that this initiative seeks to boost productivity and economic growth. Starmer said that Skills England will transform how young people and adults are trained,…
Mukesh Ambani’s staff and employees at Reliance Industries are considered as family, of course THE Ambani family threw a special warm reception to thank their staff at Antilia and employees of Reliance Industries who helped make the big occasion a success. The bash, which took place on July 15 at…
NEW Labour home secretary has accused the previous, Tory government of concealing the fact that it expected to spend £10 billion ($13bn) on a now-scrapped plan to deport thousands of asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime minister Keir Starmer's new government scrapped the plan after comfortably winning an election this month.…
A BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Edmonton, Canada, has been vandalised with anti-India graffiti. The Consulate General of India in Vancouver condemned the act, stating, “We condemn the defacing of BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in #Edmonton with anti-India graffiti. We have requested the Canadian authorities to investigate the incident and take…
US vice president Kamala Harris will campaign in the critical battleground state of Wisconsin on Tuesday (23) for the first time as a presidential candidate after enough Democratic delegates pledged to endorse her, clearing her path to the nomination. Harris has become the party's presumed nominee after president Joe Biden…
THE UK has expressed deep concern over the recent violence in Bangladesh, which has resulted in hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. In a statement, Catherine West, the parliamentary under-secretary of state at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), condemned the unacceptable loss of life and emphasised the…
India will spend £18.6 billion on job-spurring efforts over the next five years and boost rural spending, the country's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday in the 2024/25 budget, unveiled after last month's election setback for the government. Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) failed to secure an outright…
A PIONEERING Asian doctor who served in the NHS for nearly four decades is being mourned by the community in the Midlands. Dr Kantibhai B Parmar, a much-loved GP in Rugby, passed away peacefully at his home last Thursday (18). He was 93. Kantibhai grew up in Navsari, Gujarat, where…
Shoaib Bashir recorded his best Test figures as England defeated the West Indies by 241 runs to clinch the series at Trent Bridge on Sunday. The West Indies collapsed dramatically, falling to 143 all out in their second innings. Bashir, a 20-year-old off-spinner, took 5 wickets for 41 runs. This…
THE Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is set to review and potentially revise its monitoring practices for jaundice in newborns from minority ethnic backgrounds. This initiative stems from a broader study by the NHS Race and Health Observatory, which highlighted significant disparities in healthcare assessments for black, Asian, and…
WHAT'S in a name? More to the point, what is the significance of a nickname in multicultural Britain? The England right-arm off-break bowler, Shoaib Bashir, is referred to by his admiring teammates as Bash. Eastern Eye readers need not worry. The use of a nickname in this context is a…
The Conservative party said on Monday that it will announce its next leader on November 2, following the historic election loss that led to ex-prime minister Rishi Sunak's resignation. The election reduced the party to 121 MPs, marking its worst result ever, as the Labour opposition secured a 174-seat majority.…
India will not be limited to the Indian contingent in the upcoming 2024 Olympics. Several athletes of Indian heritage will represent their adopted countries at the Paris Olympic Games. This includes Rajeev Ram, Prithika Pavade, Kanak Jha, Shanti Pereira, and Amar Dhesi. Here are short profiles of some Indian-origin athletes…
The government will fast-track the asylum applications of migrants entering the country illegally from nations on its designated safe states list, including India, under new proposals by the Labour government. This is aimed at speeding up their deportation. Home secretary Yvette Cooper announced that she has started the process of…
Loan portfolio diversification is a strategic approach employed by financial institutions to manage and mitigate risk while maximizing returns. It involves distributing loans across various sectors, industries, and geographical locations to reduce the impact of any single economic downturn or borrower default. By diversifying their credit portfolios, banks aim to…
Some racehorses have such an aura about them that they develop their own fanbase – a hardy bunch of supporters that follows them up and down the country. For lovers of City of Troy, the next date for their diaries is likely to be August 21, with Aidan O’Brien confirming…
Record numbers of people are being diagnosed with dementia in England, NHS figures show. Latest data reveals that 487,432 people in England had a dementia diagnosis in June, the highest number on record. Dementia diagnosis rates have reached 65.0 per cent, the highest since the start of the pandemic. The…
BRITAIN is not America. They do things differently there. The tale of two elections captures a stark contrast. Britain could hardly have had a smoother or more civil transfer of power, even after a record-breaking landslide. America is having its most tumultuous election since at least 1968, the last time…
Several prominent Indian Americans welcomed the possibility of vice president Kamala Harris becoming the Democratic Party's presidential nominee, describing it as a historic moment for their community. Harris, 59, announced her run for the presidency after US president Joe Biden said he would not seek re-election and endorsed her as…
A teenage boy has died after being shot in a park in west London. The boy, believed to be 15, was found injured in a park near Hazlewood Crescent, Ladbroke Grove, and was later pronounced dead at the scene. The Metropolitan Police said that officers and paramedics were called to…
A travel and lifestyle Instagram influencer from India died when she fell 300 feet at a waterfall in Maharashtra earlier this week. Aanvi Kamdar, 27, from Mumbai, who had 270,000 followers on social media, was accompanied by friends as she visited the scenic spot in western India on Tuesday (16).…
Former doubles world number one Leander Paes and tennis broadcaster, actor, and player Vijay Amritraj became the first Asian men inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday. They were joined by British tennis journalist and author Richard Evans in enshrinement ceremonies at the Hall of Fame in…
The government's initiatives, such as implementing mandatory quality standards and raising customs duties, have significantly aided domestic toy manufacturers in boosting exports and reducing reliance on Chinese imports, according to the Economic Survey released on Monday (22). The Survey also highlighted that India's rise as a toy-exporting nation is linked…
The parameters of the India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations will be revisited this week with foreign secretary David Lammy's visit to India on Tuesday. FTA talks began in January 2022 under the Conservative government, aiming to significantly enhance the GBP 38.1 billion annual bilateral trade. However, the discussions were…
Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he is dropping out of the US presidential election and endorsing vice president Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's new nominee. Biden, 81, said that stepping down was in the "best interest of my party and the country" after facing pressure following a poor…
BANGLADESH's top court on Sunday (21) pared back contentious civil service hiring rules but failed to mollify university student leaders, whose demonstrations against the scheme sparked nationwide clashes that have killed 151 people. What began as a protest against politicised admission quotas for sought-after government jobs snowballed this week into…
ADAM PEATY and other British swimmers said there needs to be a level playing field after 23 Chinese swimmers escaped punishment after testing positive for a banned drug. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) confirmed reports in April that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for TMZ (trimetazidine) -- a medication that…
AUTHORITIES in southern India's Kerala state are taking preventive steps after the death of a 14-year-old boy from the Nipah virus and the identification of 60 persons in the high-risk category, the state's health minister said on Sunday (21). Parts of Kerala are among those most at risk globally for…
CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves said she will consider giving inflation-busting pay increases for almost two million government employees later this month to avoid crippling public sector strikes. Two pay review bodies who advise the government have recommended a 5.5 per cent wage rise for 460,000 teachers and 1.4 million staff in…
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Soldiers patrolled Bangladeshi cities on Saturday to address civil unrest from demonstrations. Riot police fired on protesters defying a government curfew. At least 115 people have been killed this week, according to AFP's count of police and hospital reports. This unrest presents a major challenge to prime minister Sheikh Hasina's…
Keir Starmer has announced a funding package of up to £84 million for projects across Africa and the Middle East to address the causes of illegal migration. The prime minister unveiled these plans at the European Political Community summit in Oxfordshire on Thursday. “Our package of up to £84 million…
India ended a 41-year wait for an Olympic men's hockey medal with a bronze in Tokyo three years ago, sparking hopes for a ninth gold medal at the Paris Olympics. Most of India's titles came in a different era when the game was played on grass pitches, often after soccer…
The chief executive of KAU Media Group (KMG), which received £40 million in government Covid contracts, has been convicted of sexually assaulting three female employees. Mohammed Kashif Khokhar, 43, remains in his role despite his conviction in November, as reported by The Times. Khokhar was arrested in February 2021 but…
For entrepreneur Bassim Haidar, living in London has become an expense he can no longer justify. As Keir Starmer takes office, Haidar is looking for homes in Greece and Monaco. He says a proposed inheritance tax change will make Britain undesirable for the wealthy. Starmer argues that the overhaul will…
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The British government activated its civil contingencies committee on Friday to address a global IT outage affecting its transport and health services. Cabinet secretary Pat McFadden said that ministers in the impacted sectors were collaborating with business leaders. He mentioned being "in close contact with teams coordinating our response through…
The Conservative Party has announced the appointment of interim opposition front benchers. Party leader Rishi Sunak and interim opposition chief whip Stuart Andrew revealed these appointments on Friday, 19 July. These appointments follow the formation of the interim shadow cabinet last week and aim to prepare the Conservative Party to…
The NHS is reviewing its maternity services in north-east London due to pressure from an increasing birth rate. Women are experiencing more complicated pregnancies and births, driving up the demand for adequate hospital care, according to a report by NHS North-East London (NEL). Concerns have also been raised over neonatal…
Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as India's T20 captain, the country's cricket board announced Thursday. Rohit Sharma stepped down from the role following last month's World Cup win. Suryakumar, 33, will lead a 15-member T20 squad for a tour of Sri Lanka, with three internationals starting on July 27 in…
The Metropolitan Police have strongly criticised a North London venue's licence application, describing the company as a 'complete mess' and casting doubt on the owners' ability to manage the venue legally. Officers had been called to the premises after a fight broke out at an ‘illegal’ wedding reception, resulting in…
Tanya Nasir, a former nurse from Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, was convicted of nine fraud charges at Cardiff Crown Court on Tuesday, 16 July. Not only that, she also lied about having been shot twice while she was in the military, reported the Watford Observer. Gayle Ramsay from the Crown Prosecution…
Dr Neeraj Patil, former mayor of the London Borough of Lambeth, has been elected to the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the British Labour Party. This was confirmed by David Evans, the General Secretary of the Labour Party, in a letter dated 15 July 2024. Dr Patil, a consultant in…
Police in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka banned all public rallies on Friday following the deadliest day of student protests, during which government buildings were torched, and a nationwide internet blackout was imposed. This week's unrest has resulted in at least 39 deaths, including 32 on Thursday. Clashes have been reported in…
A global technology outage on Friday disrupted operations in various industries. Airlines halted flights, some broadcasters went off-air, and sectors ranging from banking to healthcare faced system problems. The UK's largest rail franchise reported "widespread IT issues" affecting its four train lines, leading to potential cancellations. Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR)…
A police car was overturned and a bus set on fire during unrest in Leeds on Thursday evening. Residents were advised to stay at home. Footage showed people throwing objects at the police car before it was flipped in Harehills, east of the city centre. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned…
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AN Indian passenger train derailed and overturned several of its cars on Thursday (18), killing at least two people and injuring 24 others with rescue and relief efforts ongoing. India's railway network is the main form of travel in the vast country, but it is poorly funded and deadly accidents…
England cricket great Sir Geoffrey Boycott has successfully undergone surgery to remove a tumour from his throat, according to his daughter Emma. The former England batter previously underwent extensive chemotherapy for throat cancer in 2002. In May, the 83-year-old learned his cancer had returned. "Just to let everyone know, my…
A FORMER Post Office minister has expressed her "embarrassment" and "utter shame" over the wrongful accusations against sub-postmasters for theft and false accounting. Kelly Tolhurst, the former minister responsible for the Post Office from July 2018 to February 2020, on Wednesday (17) testified at the Post Office Horizon IT inquiry.…
England recorded the fastest-ever team fifty in Test cricket, reaching the milestone in just 4.2 overs against the West Indies on the first day of the second Test in Nottingham on Thursday. Openers Ben Duckett (33 off 14 balls) and Ollie Pope (16 not out off 9 balls) hit ten…
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has told banks, payment firms, and lenders to ensure that parliamentarians, senior public servants, and their families are not treated unfairly. The FCA made this announcement in a statement on Thursday. "Public service naturally comes with greater scrutiny. But it must be proportionate and shouldn't…
PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer called on Thursday (18) for closer cooperation in Europe to advance support for Ukraine and tackle the continent's most pressing problems: illegal migration, climate change and energy security. Opening a meeting of the European Political Community (EPC) of more than 40 nations at Blenheim Palace, the…
BRITAIN let down its citizens by leaving the nation ill-prepared for the Covid-19 pandemic because of significantly flawed planning and failures by ministers and scientific experts, a public inquiry concluded in a scathing report on Thursday (18). The country recorded more than 230,000 deaths by December 2023, a similar death…
Usha Chilukuri Vance, the wife of Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate in the US election, has a great-aunt in southern India, aged 96, who is celebrated in local media as the country's oldest active professor. Academic achievement is prominent in the family of US-born Vance, notably Shanthamma Chilukuri, who…
AN INDIAN preacher whose latest sermon ended in a deadly stampede that killed more than 120 people insisted that fate could not be challenged and death was inevitable. In his first appearance before the media since July 2, when 121 people were crushed to death following a sermon he delivered…
LT Foods, an Indian-origin global FMCG company, has opened a new facility in the UK. The facility aims to meet the growing demand for rice and rice-based food products. The new 100,000 square-foot facility in Harlow will use the latest technology to offer both branded and private-label products. LT Foods…
UFC 304 will see Leon Edwards defend his UFC Welterweight Championship title belt once again as he takes on Belal Muhammad for the second time in his career. The duo met at UFC Fight Night on March 13, 2021, in Las Vegas in a bout that would end as a…
INDIAN tech companies have slammed a proposal to reserve more than half of all private jobs for local hires in Bengaluru, a city that has powered the country's growth into an IT powerhouse. Known as India's Silicon Valley, Bengaluru is home to Google's national headquarters and those of local tech…
Republican US vice-presidential nominee Senator JD Vance on Wednesday highlighted the contributions of South Asian immigrants to America. He praised his wife, Usha Chilukuri Vance, during his acceptance speech for the Republican Party's nomination for vice president in the upcoming November 5 presidential election. “I am married to the daughter…
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A US police officer has been fired from the Seattle Police Department after making insensitive comments following the death of a 23-year-old Indian student. Jaahnavi Kandula was struck by a speeding police vehicle driven by Seattle police officer Kevin Dave while crossing a street on January 23 last year. Dave…
Wage growth in UK has slowed but remains at levels that could challenge the Bank of England's 2 per cent inflation target, casting doubt on the likelihood of an interest rate cut in two weeks. Official data showed that earnings excluding bonuses, a key measure of inflation pressure for the…
J D VANCE would make a great vice president for America, his Indian American wife Usha Chilukuri Vance has said, as she introduced him at the Republican National Convention by giving an insight into their life, about him accepting her vegetarian diet and his ability to cook Indian food. A…
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THE government on Wednesday (17) announced plans to axe 92 House of Lords seats retained for hereditary lawmakers, resurrecting reform of the unelected chamber started under Tony Blair's Labour government in the 1990s. King Charles III, opening the first parliamentary session after Keir Starmer's general election win for Labour, said…
THE UK arm of cosmetics group The Body Shop is in exclusive rescue talks with investment firm Aurea, administrators brought in to save parts of the distressed company said Wednesday (17). Body Shop International is close to a deal with the Aurea-led consortium, FRP Advisory said in a statement, adding…
RISING music star Nijjar added to his marvellous momentum with new hit song Accounts. The North America based Punjabi artist has teamed up with popular rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh on the top track, which adds to his reputation. With more music on the way, the lyrical maestro behind songs…
GUNJAN UTREJA has entertained TV audiences as popular host and a versatile actor. Although he starred in hit serials like Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon, Aamna Saamna – Investigative and Chhajje Chhajje Ka Pyar, one of the projects that has been closest to his heart is new short film…
A CONFIDENT Nishant Dev has set his sights on bettering the shade of India’s boxing medals from bronze to gold at this month’s Paris Olympics. Three Indian boxers – Vijender Singh (2008), MC Mary Kom (2012) and Lovlina Borgohain (2021) – have stood on the podium at the Olympics, all…
RISING star Sayli Salunkhe has shone brighter with each project and dazzled Indian TV audiences with her acting ability. She has followed up winning performances in successful dramas Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si and Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai with recently premiered serial Pukaar-Dil Se Dil Tak. The versatile actress has taken on…
INDIAN football icon Sunil Chhetri might have ended his international career, but he cares about the team and said he would do everything in his power to take the country to the “promised land”. Speaking at a function attended by the country’s president Droupadi Murmu, who flagged off the trophy…
A nine-year-old who was injured in a shooting by a motorcyclist may never "speak or move properly again," her parents have said. The girl remains in critical but stable condition after she was caught up in a shooting incident outside a Turkish restaurant in Hackney, north-east London on 29 May.…
AN Asian widow in Darlington said that she has been living in constant fear due to ongoing anti-social behaviour and suspected racist abuse. Since moving into her council house three years ago, Kumudini Nicola has endured harassment, including dog waste left on her doorstep, vandalism, and thefts from her garden.…
IT MAY have faced a deep decline for decades, before a recent revival, but Gujarati cinema and filmmakers from the region have a rich heritage that stretches right back to the silent era. This has included many moments and talents that will likely surprise modern audiences. Eastern Eye decided…
King Charles outlined Labour's first government programme in 15 years on Wednesday, focusing on economic stability, tougher action on irregular immigration, and improving post-Brexit relations with Europe. "We will unlock growth and take the brakes off Britain," prime minister Keir Starmer stated in his remarks before the King's Speech, a…
NOBEL PRIZE winner Malala Yousafzai urgently calls for Pakistan to stop deporting undocumented Afghans, highlighting the “dark future” awaiting women and girls sent back. More than 600,000 Afghans have fled Pakistan since Islamabad ordered undocumented migrants to leave or face arrest last year. “It is deeply concerning that Pakistan is…
AN organised crime group involved in money laundering, drug trafficking, and attempted fraud has been dismantled after a two-year investigation by the National Crime Agency (NCA). Rickinder Hare, 36, and Neelen Balarajah, 34, received sentences totalling 14 years and six months for their roles in money laundering and conspiracy to…
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SRI LANKA cut power prices by 22.5 per cent from Tuesday (16), the utilities regulator said, as the country attempts to ease the cost of living for millions of people amid its worst financial crisis in decades. After the crisis shrank its economy by 7.8 per cent in 2022, Sri…
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to loan Pakistan $7 billion (£5.4bn) to bolster its faltering economy, with Islamabad pledging last Saturday (13) that it would be the last time it relied on relief from the Washington-based lender. The country agreed to the deal – its 24th IMF payout…
SEEING a magician perform seemingly impossible feats on television as a mesmerised six-year-old inspired Suhani Shah to pursue the same profession. Her parents supporting that dream, if she agreed to give it her full commitment and do it on a larger scale, inspired the fearless youngster to deliver grand…
The American drama based on a true life story had its European premiere at the recent London Indian Film Festival. Young Gujarati American Shalin Shah is in a long-term romance with his Chinese American girlfriend Fiona, but reluctant to tell his parents. After they graduate, he decides to do work…
Small town girl Shiwani Chakraborty has been lighting up television from a very young age. The acclaimed actress has followed up winning performances in hit dramas like Nimki Mukhiya and Pavitra: Bharose Ka Safar with newly premiered serial Maati Se Bandhi Dor. She has taken on a challenging role in the…
Reigning champions England secured a goalless draw against Sweden in their final Women's Euro 2025 qualifier on Tuesday, ensuring their place at next year's finals. Italy and the Netherlands also qualified for the tournament. Sarina Wiegman's team knew that avoiding defeat in Group A3 would guarantee a top-two finish and…
FIFA said on Wednesday (17) it was opening an investigation into racist chants by Argentina players after they won the Copa America. "FIFA is aware of a video circulating on social media and the incident is being looked into," a spokesperson for world football's governing body said. They added: "FIFA…
BANGLADESH prime minister Sheikh Hasina says she is “taking measures” after a slew of corruption scandals, including one involving her former household servant who now travels by helicopter after amassing a staggering $34 million (£26.2m) fortune. Recent accusations dominating Bangladesh’s media have involved a former army chief, an ex-police chief,…
BANGLADESHI police charged 26 people for destroying a swath of mangrove forest that protects the low-lying nation from storm surge waters exacerbated by climate change, environmental officers said last Thursday (11). “They have destroyed parts of a unique ecosystem, which has been declared as an ECA (Ecologically Critical Area),” said…
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INDIA’S former IT minister believes the country’s digital economy will be worth $1 trillion (£0.772tn) by 2027-2028 as the country targets getting its entire 1.4 billion population connected to the internet in the next two years. Since 2015, when the Digital India programme was launched to transform services, the country…
SOCIAL media posts of south Asians expressing hatred for their brown skin and parts of their culture have triggered concern among experts. Videos on TikTok include an influencer who said he disliked being brown skinned, growing up as an Asian teenager due to the 9/11 terror attacks and revealed he…
FORMER home secretary, Priti Patel, is expected to contest the Tory leadership race to replace Rishi Sunak as opposition leader in the House of Commons. According to media reports, the 52-year-old British Indian MP is considering throwing her hat in the ring after she won her Witham, Essex, seat with…
AN ASIAN GP who recently survived a rare cancer has urged members of the community to “listen to their bodies” to detect early signs and improve their chances of beating the disease. Kripa Shortt, a GP in London, told Eastern Eye that her “Indian values” helped her to survive sarcoma, an…
Thirteen Indians are among the 16-member crew of an oil tanker that went missing after it capsized off the coast of Oman, according to the country's maritime authority. The Comoros-flagged tanker capsized 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah in the Wilayat of Duqm. A search and rescue operation was…
Indian-American Republican leader Nikki Haley has endorsed her former boss Donald Trump as the party's candidate for the presidential election. Haley, 52, previously challenged Trump, 78, for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination but has now called for unity within the party. Last week, Haley instructed her 97 delegates to vote…
BRITISH Asians are at a greater risk of health problems after government figures showed that they continue to do less exercise than other groups. The percentage of people from a south Asian background doing at least 150 minutes of moderate or intense physical activity a week was 55 per cent,…
AZAN AHMED hopes his leading role in After Sex will help change the perception of characters Muslim actors are willing to play. Described as an erotic two-hander, After Sex opened at north London’s Arcola Theatre on Tuesday (16) and explores the relationship of a couple through a series of post-coital scenes. Writer…
THE UK's inflation rate remained steady in June after meeting the Bank of England's target in May, official data showed on Wednesday. This defied expectations for a slight decrease. The Consumer Prices Index stayed at 2.0 per cent in June, the same level as in May, according to the Office…
BANGLADESH ordered schools and universities across the country to close indefinitely on Tuesday (16) after six students were killed in protests, prompting the mobilisation of paramilitary forces to maintain order. All high schools, universities, and Islamic seminaries were instructed to remain shut until further notice following weeks of escalating demonstrations…
THE CAPTAIN of an oil tanker and his crew have been named winners of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) 2024 Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea for their “extraordinary courage” shown in a Red Sea rescue mission. Avhilash Rawat and his crew were honoured for their “determination and endurance” while…
PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer will set out his first package of proposed laws on Wednesday (17), fleshing out how he will honour his election-winning pledge to rebuild the country after years of weak economic growth and political turmoil. In a grand ceremony to mark the opening of the new parliament,…
SIX people including four Pakistanis, one Indian were killed and nearly 30 wounded in a shooting near a Shiite mosque in the Omani capital Muscat, officials said Tuesday (16), a rare attack in the otherwise stable Gulf sultanate. Monday's (15) mosque attack, which has yet to be claimed, came as…
An Indian tribunal began bankruptcy proceedings against troubled educational technology firm Byju's on Tuesday over a £14.6 million unpaid sponsorship debt owed to the country's powerful cricket board. Byju's had ridden a boom in demand for online learning products during the coronavirus pandemic but crashed hard after locked-down students returned…
Researchers have said that replacing butter and coconut oil with plant-based fats like groundnut and olive oils can reduce the risk of metabolic diseases. This was determined through blood fat analysis, or lipidomics, which measures diet-related changes and their direct link to heart disease and diabetes risks. The study's findings…
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Shabana Mahmood, the new justice secretary, was sworn in as the new lord chancellor at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on Monday. The former barrister, who is the second woman after Liz Truss to hold these positions, said she will be a champion of the Rule of Law.…
A 34-year-old man appeared in court on Monday (15) charged with murder after the bodies of two men were found dumped in suitcases on a landmark bridge. Yostin Andres Mosquera spoke only to confirm his name, address and date of birth when he appeared at a London court, assisted by…
DOZENS of asylum seekers living on a barge in southern England staged a protest on Monday (15) to urge the government to speed up asylum procedures, a charity said. Between 60 to 100 residents of the government-leased Bibby Stockholm in Portland harbour withdrew from meals and organised a two-hour-long sit-in,…
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WALES's first minister Vaughan Gething announced on Tuesday (16) that he would step down after just four months in the job, dealing a blow to the new Labour government. Gething has been dogged by controversies since he was elected in March, and his position became increasingly untenable Tuesday after four…
Gareth Southgate announced his resignation as England manager on Tuesday, following their loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. "It's time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday's final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager," Southgate said in a statement. Potential successors for…
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Indian-American lawyer Usha Chilukuri Vance has come into the spotlight after her husband, JD Vance, was named by Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump as his running mate. Usha, 38, could become the first Indian American second lady if Trump and Vance win the 5 November general election against Joe Biden…
Labour declared over £9.5 million in donations during the general election campaign, more than all other parties combined. Final figures from the Electoral Commission show the Conservatives raised just under £1.9 million, a significant drop from the £19 million declared in 2019. The Conservatives’ largest source of donations was a…
PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer -- just back from a NATO summit -- launched on Tuesday (16) a review of Britain's armed forces to set out a path to increasing defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP. The ministry of defence said the "Strategic Defence Review" would begin work "immediately…
HALF of the public and two-thirds (67 per cent) of the 2024 voters who elected Labour to power support the government's new migrant policy, a new poll has revealed. The poll conducted by Focaldata for the British Future think tank revealed that only 20 per cent of the population disapprove…
King Charles has written to former US president Donald Trump after he survived an assassination attempt, Buckingham Palace said on Monday. Charles' message was delivered on Sunday via the UK embassy in Washington, the palace said, adding that the contents would be kept private. Trump, set to be confirmed as…
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The State Bank of India (UK) Limited (SBI UK) celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Southall branch on Monday, July 15. SBI UK is a UK subsidiary of the State Bank of India, one of the leading banks in the world and a Fortune 500 company. SBI UK has 11…
Record immigration caused the population of England and Wales to rise by 610,000 to 60.9 million in mid-2023, the largest annual increase in 75 years, official data showed on Monday (15). What statisticians term 'natural' population growth - the difference between births and deaths - fell to just 400, the…
A new report has said that the police race action plan will only succeed with full support from the new home secretary. Announced by police chiefs in 2020 to tackle racism within the force, the plan has made limited progress, according to the Independent Scrutiny and Oversight Board (ISOB), which…
"I don't know what my limit is. I don't want to think about it. I just want to keep enjoying my moment, just to keep dreaming," Carlos Alcaraz said after overpowering Novak Djokovic on Sunday to win his second Wimbledon title. Alcaraz defeated the seven-time champion 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7/4)…
Pakistan plans to ban former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, the country's information minister said on Monday. The decision was based on several factors, including the charge that Khan's PTI had received foreign funds from sources that are illegal in Pakistan and rioting by the party's leadership…
Bank of England interest rate-setter Swati Dhingra stated that inflation in Britain is unlikely to rise sharply again and suggested that the central bank should reduce borrowing costs. "Now is the time to start normalising (interest rates) so we can then finally stop squeezing living standards the way we have…
A suspect has been charged with murder after the bodies of two men, one from France, were found in suitcases on a bridge in Bristol, police said on Monday. The police stated that the victims had previously been in a relationship but continued to live together in west London. The…
CARLOS ALCARAZ overpowered seven-time champion Novak Djokovic in straight sets to retain his Wimbledon title on Sunday (14) in a brutal statement that the new era of men's tennis has arrived. The Spanish third seed produced a performance combining awesome power with delicate touch to win 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7/4),…
SUBSTITUTE Mikel Oyarzabal scored a dramatic late winner as Spain triumphed in Sunday's (14) Euro 2024 final, beating England 2-1 to confirm their re-emergence as a force on the international stage. England had been dreaming of winning a first title in almost six decades and it looked as if it…
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The wedding celebrations for the son of Asia's richest man continued Saturday with a guest list including Hollywood celebrities, global business leaders, and Indian prime minister Narendra Modi. Mukesh Ambani's youngest son, Anant, and his fiancée, Radhika Merchant, both 29, are getting married in Mumbai. The weekend events follow months…
Barbora Krejcikova, the 31st seed from the Czech Republic, captured her second Grand Slam title at Wimbledon on Saturday, defeating Italy's seventh seed Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 in the final. The victory marked a significant milestone in Krejcikova's career, adding to her 2021 French Open triumph. Krejcikova dominated the…
England aim to win their first men's major international tournament since 1966 as they face Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday. The match will be held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, starting at 8pm (BST). Spain, featuring teenage player Lamine Yamal, have been the standout team of the…
Donald Trump was struck in the ear during an assassination attempt by a gunman at a campaign rally on Saturday, causing chaos and shock just before the US presidential election. The 78-year-old former president was hurried off stage with blood on his face after the shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania. The…
IN A highly anticipated 'super Sunday' match in Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic is set to make history as he bids for his 25th Grand Slam title, aiming to surpass Margaret Court's record for the most Grand Slam singles titles. A victory on Sunday (14) would not only secure Djokovic this prestigious…
KATE, Princess of Wales, will attend the men's singles final at Wimbledon on Sunday (14), her office said on Saturday (13), set to mark her second public appearance since surgery six months ago revealed the presence of cancer. The 42-year old princess, who is undergoing preventative chemotherapy, is an avid…
THE aunt of Zara Aleena, who was murdered by a man out on early release, has issued a stark warning to Labour as the government prepares to announce plans to release prisoners after they have served just 40 per cent of their sentences. This move, aimed at easing overcrowding in…
POLICE on Saturday (13) arrested a man after two suitcases believed to contain the remains of two men were dumped on a famous bridge. The suitcases were discovered Wednesday (10) after police got a report of a man behaving suspiciously on the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, southwest England. "Detectives…
ANANT AMBANI, the youngest son of Asia's richest man, on Friday (12) married pharmaceutical heiress and childhood sweetheart Radhika Merchant at a star-studded event attended by celebrities from across the globe, politicians, who's who of Hindi and south Indian cinema world and almost all the top cricketers of the country.…
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The Baji Live app Bangladesh, despite being available on the mobile version of the site, offers punters the opportunity to bet with ease. It uses any Android and iOS system with the same features as the platform without the need to update or store it. Download and install the Baji…
AN investigation by India's antitrust body has found that Apple exploited its dominant position in the market for app stores on its iOS operating system, engaging "in abusive conduct and practices", a confidential report seen by Reuters showed. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has been investigating Apple since 2021…
England's James Anderson expressed his pride after ending his Test career with a victory over the West Indies at Lord's. In his final international appearance, the 41-year-old paceman took 3-32 in 16 overs, helping to dismiss the West Indies for 136 on Friday. This gave England a win by an…
GIRLS from a Bradford Islamic school are participating in a new initiative designed to encourage pupils from under-represented backgrounds to apply to the University of Oxford. Feversham Girls' Academy in Undercliffe recently hosted the launch of the BeUNIQ programme, with Oxford's director of undergraduate admissions and outreach, Samina Khan MBE,…
Keir Starmer’s plan to address the small boats crisis has encountered a setback as the top police officer chosen to combat illegal gangs has declined the position. Neil Basu, the leading candidate for the head of the new Border Security Command, confirmed to The Times that he was one of…
India's T20 World Cup-winning captain, Rohit Sharma, was present at Wimbledon 2024 on Friday, 12 July. Sharma, currently on a break after the World Cup victory, attended the match between Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev at Centre Court. Sharma, who recently retired from T20I cricket, is preparing for a long…
INDIA's population will peak at about 1.7 billion in the early 2060s before declining by 12 per cent, according to the UN. Despite this reduction, India is expected to remain the world's most populous country throughout the century, The World Population Prospects 2024 report, released on Thursday (11), said the…
BILLIONAIRE Indian tycoon Mukesh Ambani celebrates the lavish finale of his son's wedding this week, highlighting his staggering wealth, as well as India's rapid economic growth and stark financial inequalities. Ambani's younger son Anant and fiancee Radhika Merchant, both 29, are set to marry in a three-day Hindu ceremony in…
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and a religiously aggravated public order offence following an incident at a gurdwara in Gravesend. Kent Police responded to a call at Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara on Saddington Street, one of the largest Sikh complexes outside of India, at…
AT LEAST 44,000 Afghans approved for relocation to Western nations following the Taliban's return to power are still waiting in limbo in Pakistan, Islamabad said. In the days after the NATO-backed government collapsed in August 2021, more than 120,000 people, mostly Afghans, were airlifted from Kabul in a chaotic evacuation.…
Czech 31st seed Barbora Krejcikova will face Italy's Jasmine Paolini in the Wimbledon final after a stunning comeback victory over former champion Elena Rybakina on Thursday. Krejcikova, who won the French Open in 2021, fought back from a set down to defeat the fourth-seeded Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Centre…
English pubs, supermarkets, and restaurants are preparing for a busy weekend as fans get ready to watch England play Spain in the final of Euro 2024 in Germany. The weekend also features the Wimbledon tennis men’s singles final in London. These events are expected to boost the hospitality and retail…
UNIVERSITIES are encountering financial struggle as data from the Home Office revealed a sharp decline in applications from international students for the upcoming academic year. According to the Guardian, there has been a 40 per cent decrease in applications for sponsored study visas, indicating that previous government-imposed visa restrictions are…
India’s film industry has a crop of leading actresses. They are the epitome of ‘it-girls’ who are also pacesetters in fashion and style. From what they wear on screen to how they look at the biggest Valorant tournaments, everyone wants to get a piece. This publication honours their elegance, skill,…
FOUR migrants drowned in the Channel overnight off France's northern coast while trying to cross to Britain, French maritime police said Friday (12). A navy patrol boat went to the site off of Boulogne-sur-Mer after being alerted that several migrants had fallen into the sea, said maritime police. Four bodies…
THE suspect in a crossbow attack in which three women were killed is in a serious condition in hospital in London, UK police said. Kyle Clifford, 26, was detained late Wednesday (10) after a day-long manhunt in connection with the deaths of the wife and two daughters of a BBC…
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Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the head coach of the country's cricket team, taking over from his former teammate Rahul Dravid. Dravid ended his tenure after guiding India to the T20 World Cup last month and chose not to reapply for the position, which allowed Gambhir…
Britain's new government has inherited an economy that is gaining momentum. However, the recent stronger-than-expected growth figures do not indicate that prime minister Keir Starmer and his team have resolved their issues with public spending. Over the three months to May, economic growth was the strongest in more than two…
LABOUR's stance on Gaza is set to disadvantage MPs for years, a prominent politician who lost her seat due to pro-Palestinian voter backlash has said. Thangam Debbonaire, once poised to become culture secretary, expressed concerns that "the absence of a clear narrative" had negative repercussions for Labour candidates, contributing to…
INDIAN IT giant Tata Consultancy Services posted Thursday an 8.7 per cent on-year rise in net profit for the June quarter, matching analyst expectations and reflecting higher levels of client spending. The Mumbai-headquartered firm is the second-biggest in India by market cap and earns more than 80 per cent of…
A MANHUNT has been launched after two suitcases which are believed to contain human remains were found at the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol. Avon and Somerset police said they had received a report of a man with a suitcase acting suspiciously on the bridge just before midnight on Wednesday…
Prime minister Keir Starmer met US President Joe Biden at the White House for the first time on Wednesday. The US leader described Britain as a key ally on global issues, including the war in Ukraine. "We're the best of allies in the whole world," said Biden, 81, during their…
THE UK has surpassed India to claim the title of the world’s third largest venture capital market. This development comes amid a global industry downturn marked by a significant drop in both investment levels and deal numbers over the past year, reported the Times. The British Business Bank, the UK’s…
AN ASIAN-ORIGIN businessman who was Reform UK’s biggest election campaign donor has now been made its chairman, The Telegraph reports. Zia Yusuf has replaced Richard Tice as the chairman of Reform and vowed to build the party infrastructure and increase its membership. Tice will now be his deputy, and the…
NEWLY elected British Indian MPs to the House of Commons have been pledging their allegiance to the British Crown as a symbol of loyalty to the country, choosing to swear on holy texts or affirm their oath during the first week of a new Parliament. A new copy of the…
Elena Rybakina defeated Elina Svitolina 6-3, 6-2 in just one hour and one minute on Wednesday to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals. Rybakina, seeded fourth and the 2022 Wimbledon champion, recovered quickly from an early service game loss, delivering powerful serves and precise shots. Rybakina extended her unbeaten grass court record…
THERE is a sharp 19 per cent decline in Indian Americans supporting incumbent president Joe Biden between the last election of 2020 and the 2024 election cycle, according to a bi-annual Asian American Voter Survey (AAVS), the longest-running survey of Asian-American voters released on Wednesday (10). Conducted by Asian and…
A ROW has broken out between the two potential Tory leadership rivals Suella Braverman and Kemi Badenoch. At the first meeting of the new shadow cabinet on Tuesday, Badenoch accused the former home secretary of having a "very public" nervous breakdown following the defeat of Conservative party in the general…
Lord Karan Bilimoria has received an honorary fellowship from London Business School (LBS). LBS, recognised for its business education and research, awards honorary fellowships to individuals with notable contributions to global business and society. Past recipients include Bill Gates, Michael Bloomberg, and Kofi Annan. The award was presented during LBS's…
AN Asian mother of a six-month-old baby said that she was treated "like a criminal" after her son's birthmarks were mistaken for bruises. Laxmi Thapa, a Nepalese national living in Basingstoke, was held in police custody until medical examinations confirmed she had not harmed her baby, reported the BBC. Her…
MARKETS watchdog on Thursday (11) paved the way for the biggest shake-up in three decades of rules for companies listing on the London Stock Exchange as it seeks to catch up with New York and the European Union post-Brexit. The regime, which aims to attract a wider range of listings…
Lorenzo Musetti demonstrated remarkable resilience and skill as he advanced to his first Grand Slam semi-final by defeating American 13th seed Taylor Fritz in a gripping five-set match at Wimbledon on Wednesday. The Italian 25th seed emerged victorious with a scoreline of 3-6, 7-6(5), 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, marking a significant…
HERTFORDSHIRE police said Wednesday a 26-year-old man was in custody after the wife and two daughters of a radio racing commentator were killed with a crossbow in a suspected "targeted" attack. Kyle Clifford, 26, from Enfield in north London, was wanted in connection with the deaths of the three women…
INDIAN AMERICAN astronaut Sunita Williams on Wednesday (10) expressed confidence that the Boeing Starliner will bring her home. "I have a real good feeling in my heart that this spacecraft will bring us home, no problem," NASA astronaut Williams said during the test crew's first news conference since docking to…
BRITAIN'S economy grew more quickly than expected in May, providing some momentum for the new government of prime minister Keir Starmer but adding to doubts about whether the Bank of England will cut interest rates next month. Economic output increased by 0.4 per cent in May, after a 0.2 per…
LOOK closely at last Thursday’s (4) general election results, and you’ll have noticed a political tremor when it came to south Asian voters. A tremor which could become an earthquake at the next general election, and all the mainstream parties should think the unthinkable. These polls have shown that even…
Ollie Watkins scored a crucial injury-time goal as England defeated the Netherlands 2-1 on Wednesday, securing a spot in the Euro 2024 final against Spain in Berlin. The match started poorly for England when Xavi Simons gave the Netherlands an early lead in Dortmund. England equalised with a Harry Kane…
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SPARKLING actress Gulfam Khan Hussain has constantly delivered winning performance across a glittering career filled with a wide array of winning projects, which have included hit TV serials. The fan favourite is currently playing a key role in sci-fi romantic drama series Dhruv Tara – Samay Sadi Se Pare,…
NEARLY half of Tory grassroots members support merging with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK, according to a poll. Also, Kemi Badenoch has emerged as the favourite for the next party leader. YouGov data collected since the general election indicated that Badenoch, a former business secretary and a notable critic of Rishi…
AT THE height of his career, Rajesh Khanna reached unparalleled superstardom and generated the kind of mania not seen before or since then. The iconic actor left behind an impressive body of work, an incredible legacy and love from film fans that became legendary. That is why there was a…
INDIAN commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday (10) said both India and the UK are committed to the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries. He said that the initial comments made by the new UK government are "very" encouraging. "The Labour party is deeply committed…
ACE jewellery designer Anisha Parmar has teamed up with top style and fashion expert Neelam Mistry-Thaker for the Adorned Narratives 2024 event taking placed from next Friday (19) to Sunday (21) at The Lab E20 in east London. The three-day culturally rich event includes yoga, a sharing circle, jewellery…
PEOPLE in Leicester East voted along religious lines which saw the country’s only Conservative gain, sources from several political parties have told Eastern Eye. They have also warned that the city is “sitting on a religious powder keg just waiting to explode” following tensions in August and September 2022. The…
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INDIA will continue to be a strategic partner for the US despite concerns over its ties with Russia, the Biden Administration has said. Prime minister Narendra Modi was in Russia for two days for the 22nd India-Russia annual summit that has been watched closely by the West amidst the raging…
James Anderson's remarkable 21-year Test career will conclude this week as he steps onto the field for the series opener against the West Indies at Lord's. In his final Test match, Anderson was brought straight into the action against the West Indies on Wednesday at Lord's after England captain Ben…
SHANTIPRIYA has lived life on her own terms. She became a top leading lady in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema, after making a winning acting debut in 1987. Despite being at the height of her fame, the popular actress then walked away from the spotlight less than seven years later…
BRITAIN is likely to lose nearly one in six of its US dollar millionaires by 2028, but their number is set to grow in other countries including the US and surge in Taiwan, according to a report published on Wednesday (10). The UBS Global Wealth Report for 2024 forecast the…
WHEN the son or daughter of a famous film star was launched, in Bollywood decades gone by, it was a major event with a huge amount of money being spent on a big cinema release. This usually gave those newcomers a launch pad towards stardom, with films like Bobby (Rishi…
After a report that India plans to spend £781 million to expedite the construction of 12 hydropower stations in the northeastern Himalayan state of Arunachal Pradesh, China has asserted that India has no right to carry out development in the area China calls South Tibet. This statement from China’s foreign…
NIKHAT ZAREEN has defied taunts and family opposition to succeed Mary Kom as the face of Indian boxing, and now wants to add an Olympic medal to her growing list of achievements. Already a two-time world champion and Commonwealth Games gold medal list, Zareen is among the favourites in the…
MICROSOFT has ditched its board observer seat at OpenAI in a move aimed at easing US and UK antitrust regulators' concern about the extent of its control over the AI startup amid the soaring popularity of generative artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, Apple, which last month said it was bringing OpenAI's chatbot…
AT JUST 14 years of age, swimmer Dhinidhi Desinghu is set to be the youngest member of the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics later this month. Despite missing out on the carefree pleasures her peers enjoy and occasionally feeling a sense of solitude, Desinghu believes all her sacrifices have…
The 2024 UK general election results saw a significant influx of MPs from diverse backgrounds. The new MPs for the House of Commons this year include a good mix of Sikh, Hindu, and independent representatives who have made history with their victories. A record number of around 26 Indian-origin members…
A FEW years ago, I took a small group of people on a trek on a railway track between Subramanya and Mangalore in Karnataka, south India. This stretch has more than 300 bridges and 100 tunnels. You are practically either on a bridge or in a tunnel most of the…
ACCLAIMED singer Swati Natekar will pay a heartfelt tribute to her late mother Dr Sushila Pohankar at the Utsav 2024 concert taking place at Harrow Arts Centre next Sunday (21). The show will see leading artists from different disciplines, including Natekar, Kathak dancer Ashwini Kalsekar and sarod virtuoso Debasmita Bhattacharya,…
POLICE were searching Wednesday for a suspect who may have a crossbow after the wife and two daughters of a BBC radio racing commentator were killed in a suspected "targeted" attack. Kyle Clifford, 26, from north London, is wanted in connection with the deaths of the three women in the…
THE former counter-terrorism head, Neil Basu (right), is the leading candidate to oversee Labour’s new border security command, aimed at reducing migrant crossings in the Channel. Basu’s extensive counterterrorism experience, including his leadership during the peak threat from Daesh (Islamic State), with six terror attacks – including the Manchester Arena…
CONSERVATIVE party leader James Cleverly has warned against “bitter infighting” among the Tories and called for a "sensible post-mortem" of the recent rout at the general election. Cleverly has been appointed to shadow his former role of home secretary after Labour’s landslide win. While writing for The Times he urged…
YOUNG Asian artists have urged established figures from the industry to help support aspiring creatives from minority backgrounds to nurture their talent and have a “network of people from a similar background”. International drama graduates Saadiya Ali and Noel Prasad will feature their double show, Hot Goss, based on the…
Daniil Medvedev finally ended his five-match losing streak against Jannik Sinner as he defeated the world number one in a gripping five-set match on Tuesday, securing his place in the Wimbledon semi-finals for the second consecutive year. Medvedev's perseverance and strategic play led him to a 6-7 (7/9), 6-4, 7-6…
LISA NANDY, in her inaugural speech as culture secretary, declared that the "era of culture wars is over." She stressed that her department will spearhead efforts to promote a more positive and inclusive vision of the country, reported The Guardian. “For too long, many have felt that our national narrative…
DEVASTATING floods in India’s northeastern parts have left scores of people dead and swamped a national park, with six threatened rhinos and other wildlife drowning, government officials said on Tuesday (9). Floods have begun to ease, Assam state chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in a statement, noting that the…
COMPARED to the 60 per cent turnout in the British general election last week, it was 66.6 per cent in India, where 642 million people out of the eligible electorate of 968 million cast their ballots. In Britain, polling took place last Thursday (4), whereas in India, voting was held…
RISHI SUNAK should be remembered for bringing back “moral decency” to the position of prime minister despite the Conservative party’s heavy defeat at last week’s general election, a longserving Asian parliamentarian has said. Sunak left Downing Street last Thursday (4), 20 months after he was sworn in amid political turmoil…
DONALD TRUMP, the former US president and presumptive presidential nominee of the Republican Party, has attacked vice president Kamala Harris, raising questions on her competence and describing her as an “insurance policy” for incumbent president Joe Biden. His attack against Harris, who is of Indian and African heritage, came amid…
PAKISTAN’S largest province of Punjab is proposing a ban on all social media platforms for six days due to security concerns during thousands of religious processions starting this week, its information minister Uzma Bukhari said last Friday (5). The proposal relates to Muharram's Ashura processions, 10 days of mourning by…
LISA NANDY, the new culture secretary and the only person of Indian origin in Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet, is being urged to nurture the British Asian artistic fraternity. Mira Kaushik, artistic director of the dance group Akademi and a judge in Eastern Eye’s Arts, Culture & Theatre Awards (ACTA), said:…
AN ASIAN-ORIGIN Labour MP has criticised Sir Keir Starmer for his failure to address the concerns of Muslim voters about his record on the Gaza crisis, The Telegraph reports. Apsana Begum, who won from Poplar and Limehouse, claimed the Prime Minister failed to “assure British Muslims he was listening” to…
THE new government took a first step to boost public and private investment and modernise the economy, placing a National Wealth Fund atop the existing state-owned agencies and freeing up money for immediate use. Prime minister Keir Starmer and his finance minister Rachel Reeves hope to attract tens of billions…
Visitors to Buckingham Palace in London this summer will have the opportunity to stand behind the famous balcony where the British royal family often poses. For the first time, the palace is opening the East Wing, which includes the Centre Room where the iconic balcony is located. "This room was…
A KENYAN court on Monday (8) found police acted unlawfully over the 2022 killing of a Pakistani journalist following a complaint by his widow, who welcomed finally getting “justice” in the long-running case. Arshad Sharif, a strident critic of Pakistan’s powerful military establishment and supporter of former prime minister Imran…
WHEREVER you look in the world right now, elections are reshaping political landscapes with startling frequency. In the UK, the Conservative government has been dramatically swept aside by Labour. In India, a fierce electoral battle has recently concluded. France is witnessing a damaging swing between farright and far-left politics. Meanwhile,…
TRIBUTES have been paid to a beloved member of the Asian community following her death earlier this month. Bharti Dhir, the wife of professor Ravindra Dhir OBE and mother of Old Bailey judge Anuja Dhir, died peacefully surrounded by her family last Monday (1). She was an exceptional and inspirational…
THE Rwandan government said Tuesday (9) a multi-million pound migrant deal with Britain that was scrapped by the incoming Labour government on the weekend contained no stipulation about repaying funds. Britain has already paid Kigali £240 million since the scheme was announced in April 2022, and Rwandan president Paul Kagame…
A SCULPTOR has made a bronze bust of Rishi Sunak just as he did with the Indian prime minister Narendra Modi three years ago. “I have the Rishi bust at home in London – I haven’t had a chance to offer it to him,” Nadey Hakim told Eastern Eye. The…
PAKISTAN has legally authorised its army-run spy agency to tap telephone calls and messages, further strengthening its key role in the politics of a nation ruled by military regimes for almost half its independent history. The powerful military plays an oversized role in making and breaking governments in Pakistan, where…
THE SCALE of the challenge facing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's new government is writ large in Britain's prisons, which are within weeks of being too full to accept new inmates. Britain has western Europe's highest rate of incarceration, according to the World Prison Brief database and faces a crisis after…
PAKISTAN is looking to clinch a staff-level agreement on an International Monetary Fund (IMF)bailout of more than $6 billion (£4.7bn) this month after addressing all of the lender’s requirements in its annual budget, its junior finance minister said. The country has set challenging revenue targets in its budget to help…
England manager Gareth Southgate said the team is sensing their chance at history in Wednesday's Euro 2024 semi-final against the Netherlands in Dortmund. Southgate's team aims to reach the final of a major tournament on foreign soil for the first time, moving closer to ending a 58-year wait for a…
PLAYING decidedly dark villains across different decades hasn’t dampened Gulshan Grover’s passion for dastardly roles. The legendary actor adds to his considerable body of work by playing an antagonist in this week’s megamovie release Indian 2. He stars opposite cinema icon Kamal Haasan, who reprises the elderly heroic role he…
I’VE lived in Bradford all my life. I am so fond of the city, but there’s an invisible threat on our doorstep that’s a constant concern for my family and on a bad day, it can leave us coughing, wheezing and fighting for breath. As someone who has asthma, exposure…
ARMENIAN singer-songwriter Rosa Linn has once again captured hearts worldwide, as her latest single Universe becomes even more international. Teaming up with Mumbai-based artist Denny, Rosa Linn has unveiled a Hindi rendition of her hit single Universe, titled Universe (Mil Jaana Tu). Released under Nvak Collective, this new version showcases a beautiful blend…
US vice-president Kamala Harris is engaged in a delicate balancing act, playing cheerleader for president Joe Biden while standing by as a contender to replace him if he ends his re-election bid. Biden faced a critical test of support for his faltering re-election bid on Tuesday (9) as Democrats in…
SRI LANKA will wrap up talks with international bondholders on restructuring £9.7 billion in debt within a few weeks, foreign minister Ali Sabry said on Tuesday (9). This will mark a major step for the island nation to emerge from its worst financial crisis in the past decades. Sri…
Here are the 30 best-selling items on Shopify that can help entrepreneurs capitalize on emerging trends. 1. Sustainable Products Reusable bags and sustainable fashion items are increasingly popular with growing environmental awareness. 2. Health and Wellness Fitness equipment and wellness trackers sell well as people prioritize their health. 3. Home…
The success of the Hindi version of Kalki 2898 AD has brought a dash of black to the Hindi film industry in a 2024 that was otherwise in the red with big-budget box office failures Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Maidan, and Yodha. According to the six-month report card of the…
AS A founding partner of Summix, a company dedicated to creating sustainable communities across the UK and Ireland since 2006, I welcome chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent announcements on planning regulations and house building. These reforms align closely with our mission to provide solutions to the housing crisis and could significantly…
Lamine Yamal has been impressive at Euro 2024, and on Tuesday in Munich, he scored a remarkable goal against France, propelling Spain into the final with a 2-1 victory. France initially took the lead through Randal Kolo Muani, but the 16-year-old Yamal responded with a stunning strike, becoming the youngest…
Keir Starmer on Tuesday pledged to increase UK defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP, stating this would occur when the country could afford it and following a review of defence strategy. "I am committed to that 2.5 per cent within our fiscal rules, but that strategic review needs…
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Former Scottish first minister Humza Yousaf has said that people who condemn Russia but not Israel are hypocrites. The SNP leader made this remark to attack prime minister Keir Starmer who criticised Putin after a Russian missile barrage destroyed Kyiv’s main children’s hospital, killing 22 people. In his post on…
Governor of the US state of California, Gavin Newsom, highlighted the significant role of immigrants in the state's entrepreneurial landscape, noting that 42 per cent of all startups in the state are founded by immigrants. He made these remarks during a fundraiser in the US state of Massachusetts on Monday,…
VACUUM cleaner manufacturer Dyson will cut about 1,000 jobs in Britain, more than a quarter of its workforce in the country, as part of a global restructuring. The Singapore-based company, founded by James Dyson, the inventor of the bagless cleaner, employs 3,500 people in Britain, including at its R&D centre…
Tulip Siddiq has been appointed city minister, the minister responsible for overseeing the financial services sector, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. Labour won a thumping election victory last week, propelling Keir Starmer to power as prime minister. Siddiq, 41, retained her seat at Hampstead and Highgate. She has led Labour's…
Russia has broadly heeded India's call to end the recruitment of Indians as support staff to the Russian military and ensure the repatriation of those still working in the force, top sources told PTI on Tuesday (9). It is learnt that Moscow agreed to release the Indians after the issue…
NURSING regulator on Tuesday (9) apologised after an independent culture review raised alarm over safeguarding issues within the organisation and uncovered instances of racism, discrimination, and bullying experienced by its employees. The review by former chief prosecutor Nazir Afzal and Rise Associates raised serious concerns about a toxic culture within…
Indian pop icon Usha Uthup's husband Jani Chacko Uthup died in Kolkata on Monday, their family said. Jani, 78, complained of discomfort while watching TV at their residence. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead, they said. A massive cardiac arrest was the trigger for the…
“Change”. That was what this election was about. Change, above all, from Rishi Sunak’s Conservative party. Fourteen million voted Conservative last time. Fewer than seven million did this time. The Conservatives lost a quarter of the vote to Reform on the right and another quarter to their left. The losses…
FRENCH energy giant EDF has pulled out of the competition to build mini-nuclear reactors in Britain. The due date for submissions for the latest stage of the competition was on Monday, and the state-owned EDF has reportedly not put forward any design for small modular reactors (SMR), The Telegraph reports.…
The haldi ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant was a star-studded affair. Several Bollywood celebs attended the event including Salman Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Ananya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, and Khushi Kapoor, among others. These celebs brought their fashion A-game to the celebrations. Sara, Ananya, and Janhvi stunned everyone with…
A 25-year-old Indian student enrolled at Trine University drowned at a waterfall in Albany, New York. The Indian consulate confirmed the incident, adding to a series of recent tragedies affecting the community. Sai Surya Avinash Gadde died on July 7 at Barberville Falls, Albany, about 240 km north of New…
India’s prime minister Narendra Modi told Russian president Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (9) that the death of innocent children was very painful, a day after a lethal strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv. The Indian leader made the televised remarks at a meeting with Putin in the Kremlin. [caption…
A HISTORIC 335 new MPs will be inducted into the House of Commons this week, marking the largest influx of new members in modern times. This surpasses the previous record of 327 new MPs set in the 1945 election, held post-World War II, The Guardian reported. In addition to the…
A group of Catholic priests and seminarians from the Vatican cricket team, dressed in clerical collars and yellow blazers, gathered outside St James’s Palace. They were ready to play against the King’s XI at Windsor Castle. “Wherever we go, we always wear the clerical shirts,” said team captain Father Joseph…
WHILE Asda is witnessing a flurry of departures at the top, it recently faced a setback while hiring a senior executive. Gary Mills, a former Tesco and Morrisons executive, backed out of joining the troubled supermarket chain, just days after being appointed, The Telegraph reports. Asda had last month internally…
FORMER home secretary Suella Braverman expressed outrage over the Home Office flying the pride flag, labelling it a “monstrous thing” during a speech. Her remarks were strongly criticised by LGBTQ+ Tories. She accused “liberal Conservatives” of failing to “stop the lunatic woke virus,” asserting that this failure contributed to the…
Novak Djokovic reached his 60th Grand Slam quarter-final at Wimbledon on Monday, overcoming Denmark's Holger Rune with a straight-sets victory, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2. Despite his dominant performance, the match was overshadowed by Djokovic's confrontation with a section of Centre Court fans. Djokovic, the seven-time Wimbledon champion and World No. 2,…
TROOPS in India-administered Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday (9) hunted for gunmen who ambushed an army convoy a day earlier, with the defence minister raising the toll of soldiers killed to five. Rajnath Singh said he was "deeply anguished" over the "loss of five of our brave Indian Army soldiers",…
The remuneration of movie stars needs to be looked at again and many of them are not in touch with reality, filmmaker Karan Johar said as he weighed in on the debate around the rising star fee in Bollywood. The lackluster performance of many big-ticket Hindi movies in recent months…
AFTER scrapping Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda scheme, the Labour government would allow more than 100,000 migrants to apply for asylum, The Telegraph reports. Around 90,000 migrants earmarked for deportation to Rwanda will be among the 102,000 who will be processed through the asylum system. Regarding people arriving by small boats, the…
Business mogul Anand Mahindra recently found himself captivated by the stunning performance of nine-year-old Indian-origin singer Pranysqa Mishra on the famed reality show America's Got Talent (AGT). Known for his keen eye for talent and frequent commentary on social media, Mahindra expressed his admiration for Mishra's exceptional musical prowess and…
Jamie Dornan-starrer The Tourist is getting an Indian adaptation. Banijay Asia has inked a deal with the distributor of The Tourist, All3Media International, acquiring the rights to create a local adaptation, Variety reported. Written by Harry and Jack Williams, The Tourist stars Dornan as a man who wakes up in…
PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer promised to secure an improved agreement with the European Union on post-Brexit trading rules and revamp the "botched deal" signed by former premier Boris Johnson. Speaking in Belfast after talks with the leaders of Northern Ireland, where post-Brexit trade rules have dominated politics for years, Starmer…
Keir Starmer is traveling to Washington this week for his first international engagement since becoming the UK prime minister. This visit comes shortly after his recent election victory. Starmer, 61, will attend NATO's 75th anniversary summit in Washington. This is his first foreign trip since assuming office last Friday. He…
THE NEW Labour government, led by Sir Keir Starmer, faces difficult choices due to Britain's high level of public debt, the International Monetary Fund warned on Monday. According to the Washington-based institution, "The main medium-term challenge for fiscal policy will be to better account for public spending needs, while assuredly…
India's relationship with Russia is based on mutual trust and respect, Narendra Modi said on Tuesday while addressing the Indian diaspora in Moscow. This visit marks Indian prime minister Modi's first trip to Russia in five years and comes amid ongoing tensions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russian president Vladimir…
Rishi Sunak appointed his shadow cabinet on Monday. Some senior ministers returned to roles they held in government before last week's parliamentary election, while former foreign secretary David Cameron resigned. Andrew Mitchell will handle the foreign policy brief in the interim shadow cabinet, a team of senior spokespeople chosen by…
In the world of smart TVs, two display technologies have been making waves – OLED and QLED. These acronyms may seem like technical jargon, but they represent a significant shift in the way we experience television. In this article, we'll explore the rise of OLED and QLED smart TVs and…
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Mumbai Police on Monday filed a charge sheet in a special court against six arrested accused and three wanted persons, including jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, in connection with the firing at Bollywood actor Salman Khan's residence in Bandra in April. The 1,735-page charge sheet was filed by the crime branch…
A nine-year-old Indian-origin girl is wowing American audiences with her singing prowess, receiving rave reviews for her performance on a popular US talent show. Pranysqa Mishra from Florida took the TV talent show America’s Got Talent by storm last week when she belted out the Tina Turner classic “River Deep,…
LUXURY car maker Mercedes-Benz is looking at electric entry-level models to attract first-time buyers in India, as it aims for another double-digit growth this year, its Managing Director and CEO Santosh Iyer said on Monday. The company, which launched all-electric entry SUV EQA 250 at an introductory price of Rs…
AN ASIAN tycoon from Uganda proposes to set up a series of General Electric-Hitachi mini-nuclear reactors in Britain, The Telegraph reports. The Indian-origin Madhvani family is often referred to as the 'Rockefellers of Uganda', because of their varied business interests across Africa. The Madhvani family came to Uganda in the…
Tata Motors reported a 2 per cent increase in total global sales, reaching 3,29,847 units in the June quarter. In the April-June quarter of FY24, the company had sold 3,22,159 units. Global wholesales of passenger vehicles fell by 1 per cent year-on-year to 1,38,682 units in the first quarter, according…
Lewis Hamilton secured his 104th career victory on Sunday, holding off Max Verstappen to win the British Grand Prix for a record ninth time. The seven-time champion, who turns 40 in January, was emotional and in tears as he spoke on Mercedes team radio after finishing 1.465 seconds ahead of…
RISHI SUNAK spent his weekend calling up Tory MPs who lost their seats at the general election and apologised to them for the Conservative party's rout in the general election, The Telegraph reports. One of the Conservative politicians told the daily that Sunak appeared emotional and sympathetic during the call…
INDIAN AMERICAN congressman Shri Thanedar has reaffirmed his full support to the US president Joe Biden on his re-election campaign. The support from Thanedar, the first term congressman from the Detroit area of Michigan, gains significance as it is a battleground State. "A few months ago, I sat 20 feet…
THE new chancellor of the exchequer Rachel Reeves said on Monday (8) the country's new government had begun the task of unblocking infrastructure projects and private investment as part of a new "national mission" to drive economic growth. After last week's landslide election win propelled the Labour party to power…
INDIAN prime minister Narendra Modi arrived in Russia on Monday (8), as he treaded a fine line between maintaining a longstanding relationship with Moscow and courting closer Western security ties. The visit is Modi's first since Russia launched its campaign in Ukraine and since he was returned to power last…
Telugu actor Ram Charan wrapped shooting for his upcoming film Game Changer. The actor, 39, made the announcement on Monday as he shared an Instagram collage of behind-the-scenes shots from the set. The project was announced in 2021. It is now set to move to the pre-production stage. “The GAME…
"I hope to win," says nine-year-old chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan, who will soon become the youngest person to represent England internationally in any sport. Bodhana is set to join the women's team at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest this September, a milestone she describes as an honour. She is also…
In a recent heartfelt revelation, Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar shared that his twins, Yash and Roohi, have begun to ask questions about their mother. Johar, a single parent, welcomed his children through surrogacy in 2017. Johar, known for his blockbuster films and candid personality, has always been open about his…
New education secretary Bridget Phillipson has begun the work to recruit 6,500 new teachers as promised by the Labour party in its manifesto. She plans to reset the government's relationship with the sector and transform the image of teaching to attract fresh talent and retain those already in classrooms, the…
World number two Coco Gauff was eliminated from Wimbledon by her American compatriot Emma Navarro on Sunday. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are on course for a semi-final clash at the All England Club. Gauff's 6-4, 6-3 fourth-round loss leaves only two of the top 10 women's seeds in…
BIG investors are warming to Britain after a landslide election win for its new Labour government, but remain wary of placing long-term bets until prime minister Keir Starmer can convince them his economic growth plans are credible. Sterling, the strongest major currency against the dollar this year, nudged higher on…
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Filmmaker M Night Shyamalan says the concert at the center of his upcoming suspense thriller will feel like a real one as he likes the idea of “cinema as windows within windows”. The thriller master's new film has taken some of its ideas from a real-life sting operation from 1985…
PRIME Minister Keir Starmer vowed to "work constructively" with Scotland's nationalist government as he kicked off a trip aimed at improving ties between London and the UK's devolved nations. Starmer met with Scotland's First Minister and leader of the pro-separatist Scottish National Party (SNP) John Swinney in Edinburgh on Sunday…
KEIR STARMER has announced that he would cancel the plan to fly asylum seekers from Britain to Rwanda, marking his first major policy move since winning the recent election. The Conservative government initially introduced the plan in 2022, aiming to send migrants who arrived in Britain without permission to Rwanda,…
France is dealing with a hung parliament and complex negotiations to form a government after a left-wing surge blocked Marine Le Pen's bid for power. The New Popular Front (NFP) became the leading force in the National Assembly after Sunday's election, but no group secured a majority. The possibilities now…
Former Labour prime minister Tony Blair made an early intervention in British politics on Sunday after Keir Starmer's landslide election victory, urging him to have a "plan to control immigration". Blair warned Starmer, who will visit Scotland on his second full day as prime minister, that the anti-immigration Reform UK…
AN ASIAN-ORIGIN lifestyle coach with type 2 diabetes hosts six short films on the illness and how to cope with it. The films are produced by The Adda Club, featuring lifestyle coach Monir Ali, and cover various topics, including diet, exercise, and lifestyle. The films are in English and have…
PAKISTAN is expected to get an investment of $5 billion (£3.9bn) over the next three years from local and international firms for the exploration and development of petroleum and gas reserves. The announcement was made in a meeting presided over by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday during a meeting…
THE NEW government is prioritising avoiding job losses in talks with Tata Steel over government backing for a transition to lower-carbon technologies, business minister Jonathan Reynolds said on Sunday. Tata, Britain's biggest steel producer, started closing one of its carbon-intensive blast furnaces on Thursday while the shutdown of its other…
England beat Switzerland on penalties on Saturday to keep their dreams of winning Euro 2024 alive as they advanced to a semi-final showdown with the Netherlands, who came from behind to defeat Turkey in the day's other match. In Duesseldorf, England produced another late fightback as their quarter-final with the…
PRIME minister Keir Starmer spoke to his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on Saturday (6) and said he was keen to conclude a Free Trade Agreement that worked for both sides, Downing Street said. India and the UK have been negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) for over two years with…
The Indian music scene has undoubtedly made a mark on the global map over the years. In recent times, many people from all across the world opened up about their love for Indian songs. Like several others, British actress Anna Chancellor, too, loves listening to Indian songs, especially those crooned…
England will tour Pakistan for the second time in two years, announcing a three-Test series in Multan, Karachi, and Rawalpindi in October. England's first Test tour of Pakistan in 17 years took place in 2022, where Ben Stokes’s team won the series 3-0 at the same venues they will visit…
BRITISH INDIAN former Tory MP Alok Sharma, who had chosen not to seek re-election in this week’s general election, will now take his seat in the House of Lords after being conferred a peerage by King Charles. The 56-year-old Agra-born former minister now becomes Lord Sharma. He was knighted as…
NEWLY appointed foreign secretary David Lammy reiterated his support Friday (5) for international efforts to secure an "immediate ceasefire" in the Israel-Hamas war and for the release of remaining hostages. Lammy, 51, said he would "get to work with tireless diplomacy" towards those twin aims, in his first comments after…
The chief organiser of a religious event in India where a stampede killed 121 people this week surrendered to police on Friday. This occurred after police had launched a manhunt. Devprakash Madhukar, identified as a key suspect, was named in an initial police report with charges including attempted culpable homicide.…
PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer will oversee a parliament more ethnically diverse and more female than ever after securing a landslide victory in the election. Black, Asian and ethnic minority lawmakers will represent around 13 per cent of the House of Commons, up from 10 per cent in 2019, when Britain…
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz defeated Frances Tiafoe in five sets to reach the Wimbledon last 16 on Friday, while Jannik Sinner and Coco Gauff advanced with ease. Alcaraz won 5-7, 6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (7/2), 6-2, serving 16 aces and hitting 55 winners in a match that lasted nearly four hours.…
LISA NANDY, the British Indian MP re-elected from Wigan in north-west England, will assume her position at prime minister Keir Starmer’s cabinet table on Saturday (6) as his new culture secretary alongside a record number of fellow women ministers. The 44-year-old MP was appointed secretary of state for culture, media…
France secured their spot in the Euro 2024 semi-finals by defeating Portugal 5-3 on penalties after a goalless 120 minutes, with Theo Hernandez scoring the decisive kick on Friday. Spain also advanced in dramatic fashion, with Mikel Merino's late extra-time goal sealing a 2-1 victory over Germany. France converted all…
Director Nag Ashwin's ambitious 3D spectacle Kalki 2898 AD has cruised past the £80 million mark in its worldwide box office earnings, the makers announced on Saturday. Touted as the most expensive film to be produced in India at a reported budget of £60 million, the mythological and sci-fi action…
FORMER Post Office chair Tim Parker has denied intentionally hiding a critical report he commissioned on the Horizon IT system from the board. In 2016, Jonathan Swift, a former senior Treasury lawyer, authored a report highlighting concerns about the Horizon accounting software, which was later discovered to be defective. Faulty…
Pop star Justin Bieber brought the house down at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities, which also saw film stars Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, and Ranbir Kapoor light up the stage with back-to-back memorable performances. Bieber arrived in Mumbai on Friday morning before setting the stage at…
US president Joe Biden spoke to new prime minister Keir Starmer on Friday, congratulating him on the Labour Party's landslide general election victory. In a call shortly after taking office, Starmer told Biden that the UK's support for Ukraine was "unwavering." Downing Street's readout of the call noted, "The leaders…
Streaming platform Netflix on Saturday announced a documentary film, titled Modern Masters: SS Rajamouli, on the celebrated filmmaker best known for global blockbusters Baahubali and RRR. The announcement comes days after Rajamouli was inducted into the Director’s branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Applause Entertainment and…
NEWLY elected Labour prime minister Keir Starmer will kickstart his plan to "rebuild Britain" on his first full day in charge on Saturday (6), after his party's landslide election win ended 14 years of Tory rule. Starmer spent his first hours in Downing Street on Friday (5) appointing his ministerial…
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Keir Starmer, Britain’s new prime minister following Labour’s 2024 election victory, has appointed Rachel Reeves as the country’s first female finance minister and Angela Rayner as his deputy prime minister. Reeves, 45, a former Bank of England economist, aims to repair relations with the business community, while Rayner, 44, known…
Keir Starmer on Friday promised to "rebuild Britain" after his Labour party's landslide general election victory, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. King Charles asked Starmer to form a government during a meeting at Buckingham Palace, officially appointing the 61-year-old former human rights lawyer as prime minister. Crowds of Labour…
SADIQ KHAN has pledged to lobby the incoming Labour government for new powers and billions more in funding for affordable housing in the capital. The mayor said he was looking forward to “constant obstacles not being put in my way” with the Tories ousted from Whitehall. But he also said…
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DEBBIE ABRAHAMS gave a jubilant laugh when asked how she felt about keeping her seat in Oldham East and Saddleworth. The Labour candidate won the vote with more than 14,000 votes – almost double as many as her nearest competition. The result is a very different picture to the 2019…
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Rishi Sunak showed dignity and grace in defeat as he became a former prime minister this (5) morning. He told his constituency count in Richmond, Yorkshire, that he had conceded defeat during the early hours of the morning in a telephone call to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, speaking of…
DUDLEY’s new Labour MP says being a frontline NHS worker helped show voters she was someone they could trust. Sonia Kumar regained Dudley for Labour by a majority of 1,900 to put another brick back in the red wall on a night when her party swept away their Tory opponents.…
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Popular television star Hina Khan, who recently shared her breast cancer diagnosis with fans, cut her hair short after the first chemotherapy session and said she is giving herself every chance to "win this battle". The 36-year-old, best known for her role in the TV show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata…
Disney’s Aladdin is launching its first ever ‘Music Play Day’ on 20 August, during the highly anticipated run of the show at Bradford’s Alhambra Theatre (14 August – 1 September 2024). This innovative programme is looking for up to 70 young musicians aged between 12-18 from the Yorkshire area who…
Singer and former One Direction member Zayn Malik sported traditional Indian outfits by the celebrated designer Manish Malhotra for a magazine cover shoot. His first look featured a black sequined blazer with a black shirt and pants. The stunning jacket boasted silver sequin embellishment and notch lapel collars. Accessorising himself…
Sojan Joseph, a native of Kottayam district in Kerala, India, has made history by becoming the first Keralite elected to the British parliament. Contesting in the Ashford constituency in Kent, Joseph, a Labour Party candidate, triumphed over incumbent Damien Green of the Conservative Party with a majority of 1,779 votes,…
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A record number of around 26 Indian-origin members of Parliament have been elected to the House of Commons in the UK's general election as results were announced on Friday, with several Conservatives surviving an overall brutal outcome for their party. Outgoing prime minister Rishi Sunak leads the Tory charge of…
Rishi Sunak apologised to the public on Friday after the Conservatives were defeated by Labour in the election and announced his resignation as party leader. "To the country, I would like to say first and foremost, I am sorry," Sunak said outside Downing Street before going to Buckingham Palace to…
INDIAN prime minister Narendra Modi congratulated Keir Starmer on Friday (5) for his "remarkable victory" in Britain's general election, while praising his outgoing counterpart Rishi Sunak for deepening bilateral ties. "Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to @Keir_Starmer on the remarkable victory," Modi wrote on the social media platform X. "Thank…
International pop sensation Justin Bieber, known for chartbusters such as "Baby", "Sorry", "Love Yourself", and "Boyfriend", flew in from Los Angeles here on Friday morning. The singer will reportedly perform at Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant's upcoming sangeet ceremony. Bieber, who last visited India in 2017 for his maiden concert in the…
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are set to play super-agents in Yash Raj Films' next Spy Universe movie Alpha, the makers announced on Friday. Billed as the first female-led YRF Spy Universe film, the movie will be directed by Shiv Rawail, who previously helmed the banner's Netflix series The Railway Men.…
A RECORD number of senior ministers, including the defence secretary and one touted as a possible future leader, lost their parliamentary seats as the governing Conservative Party suffered a series of catastrophic defeats in Britain's election. Defence minister Grant Shapps and Penny Mordaunt, leader of the lower house of parliament,…
SCOTLAND'S pro-separatist Scottish National Party was virtually wiped out at the UK general election on Friday, suffering a devastating blow to its withering independence movement. Keir Starmer's Labour party overturned more than a decade of SNP domination by winning a majority of Scottish seats as it rode to power in…
Former British prime minister Liz Truss, who became the country's shortest-serving leader ever when she sparked a bond market meltdown and a collapse in sterling, lost her parliamentary seat in the election on Friday. Truss secured 11,217 votes in her South West Norfolk constituency in eastern England, behind 11,847 votes…
BREXIT figurehead Nigel Farage claimed to have kickstarted a "revolt against the establishment", as his hard-right party made significant gains in UK election results announced early Friday. Reform UK, a re-brand of the Brexit Party that Farage founded in 2018, had won four seats after around four-fifths of the UK's…
KEIR STARMER on Friday will become Britain's new prime minister, as his centre-left opposition Labour party swept to a landslide general election victory, ending 14 years of right-wing Conservative rule. "The Labour Party has won this general election, and I have called Sir Keir Starmer to congratulate him on his…
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak conceded defeat in the national election on Friday, saying the opposition Labour Party had won. "The Labour Party has won this general election and I have called Sir Keir Starmer to congratulate him on his victory," Sunak said after winning his parliamentary seat in northern England.…
Penny Mordaunt, once viewed as a possible leader of Conservative Party, lost her parliamentary seat to a candidate from the opposition Labour Party, election results showed early on Friday. Mordaunt, 51, secured 13,715 votes, or 33 per cent of the total, in the Portsmouth North constituency in southern England, behind…
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Veteran left-winger Jeremy Corbyn won his parliamentary seat, beating the candidate of the Labour Party he used to lead and promising to be a thorn in the side of Keir Starmer's incoming government after an acrimonious falling out with his successor. Corbyn resigned as Labour leader in 2019 after the…
Nigel Farage, leader of the right-wing Reform UK party, won a seat in the British parliament for the first time on Friday in the seaside English town of Clacton-on-Sea, as voters deserted Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party. Farage, whose career of anti-immigration, pro-Brexit campaigning has made him one of…
Defence secretary Grant Shapps lost his seat at Thursday's parliamentary election, becoming the most senior Conservative cabinet member so far to be defeated in what is set to be a clear overall victory for the Labour Party. Shapps was defeated by Labour's Andrew Lewin in the Welwyn Hatfield constituency in…
Keir Starmer on Friday said Britain was "ready for change", as his main opposition Labour party looked set to sweep to power in a landslide election win, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. The Labour leader won re-election in his north London constituency with ease, while around the country Labour…
Reform UK, the right-wing populist party led by Nigel Farage, looks set to emerge as a new force in British politics, winning its first seat in an election and squeezing the Conservative vote in the early results declared. Farage, a driving force behind Britain's decision to leave the European Union,…
Veteran left-wing political maverick George Galloway lost his parliamentary seat in Britain's election on Friday, defeated by the Labour candidate in the northern English town of Rochdale. Galloway had served for just four months after winning a by-election triggered by the death of the town's previous MP. Back in March,…
The Labour party looks set for a landslide election win, exit polls indicated on Thursday (4), ending 14 years of Conservative rule marked by financial austerity, Brexit division and scandal. As polling stations closed at 10:00 pm, the survey for UK broadcasters suggested Labour would win 410 seats in the…
Kylian Mbappe is set to become "one of the greatest players," but he will need a rival to push him like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi did for each other, said former England player Michael Owen on Wednesday. With Ronaldo confirming that Euro 2024 will be his last appearance in…
PRIME minister Narendra Modi will visit Russia and Austria from July 8 to 10, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Thursday. He will visit Moscow to attend the 22nd India-Russia annual summit to review bilateral ties. This will be Modi's first trip to Russia since it invaded Ukraine…
INDIAN police said on Thursday (4) they had arrested six people overa stampede at a Hindu religious event in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh this week in which 121 people were killed. The incident occurred on Tuesday (2) in the village of Phulrai Mughal Garhi in Hathras district where…
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Britain's Labour Party is projected to win Thursday's national election with a large majority, returning to power after 14 years in opposition. Below are some of the party's main domestic policy plans, set out in its manifesto : ECONOMY Labour's first mission is sustained economic growth. The plan focuses on…
A festival featuring award-winning magic, comedy, dance and free family activities is set to take place next week to celebrate the start of South Asian Heritage Month. Five events will be held as part of the Sensasian festival, which will be held at the New Vic Theatre in Newcastle-under-Lyme in…
Labour leader Keir Starmer has said that the UK will not rejoin the EU, the single market, or the customs union during his lifetime, reported The Guardian. This declaration is his strongest commitment yet that Labour will not pursue significantly closer ties with Europe while he serves as prime minister.…
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India's foreign minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Thursday in Kazakhstan. The two agreed to increase talks to resolve border issues, according to a statement from New Delhi. India and China share a long Himalayan border that is poorly marked. Relations have been strained since a…
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Director M Night Shyamalan, who is known for horror classics like The Sixth Sense, has dropped the second trailer for his next film, Trap. The serial killer thriller is the director’s follow-up to 2023’s polarizing Knock at the Cabin, though he did executive produce daughter Ishana Shyamalan’s The Watchers in…
A former Gurkha, Hari Budha Magar, has climbed North America's highest mountain, Denali. Magar, who lives in Kent, became the first double above-the-knee amputee to climb Everest in May 2023. Magar lost both legs in Afghanistan in 2010 to an improvised explosive device (IED) while serving with the British Army.…
US VICE PRESIDENT Kamala Harris is engaged in a delicate balancing act, playing cheerleader for president Joe Biden while standing by as a leading contender to replace him if he ends his re-election bid. Biden's dismal performance in last week's debate with Donald Trump has triggered panic in much of…
Riz Ahmed, British actor, rapper, and activist, has long been at the forefront of conversations about representation in the entertainment industry. With his insightful commentary and award-winning performances, Ahmed has highlighted the importance of diversity on screen more often than not. However, he believes that the ultimate goal goes beyond…
ONE of the blast furnaces at Tata Steel's Port Talbot plant in Wales will close down by Friday (5), BBC reports. The furnace has been operational since 1959 and will make way for a greener electric arc furnace. Engineers have been preparing to decommission Blast Furnace 5 (BF5) from the…
INDIAN social media platform Koo is shutting down operations permanently, the company's co-founder Mayank Bidawatka announced on Wednesday (3). Koo was initially launched to give an alternate option to users speaking different Indian languages and in a way act as rival to giant global platform X. The founders cited lack…
Kate Winslet has a remarkable career trajectory. She rose to fame with her role in James Cameron's Titanic and gained further recognition for her performances in Finding Neverland, Little Children, The Holiday, and many more. Kate received numerous accolades including an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, and two Primetime Emmy…
Marvel star Chris Evans will receive a Spirit of Service Award with his A Starting Point (ASP) partners Mark Kassen and Joe Kiani. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the honour is given by the Washington-based nonprofit organisation Partnership for Public Service. Evans and his business partners on ASP, the video-based…
Veteran actress Smriti Biswas, who worked in several Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali films, has died at her residence in Maharashtra's Nashik city, sources said on Thursday. Biswas, 100, breathed her last late Wednesday night following age-related issues, they said. A noted yesteryear actress, she was living in a one-room-kitchen rented…
India’s Rohan Bopanna and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden advanced to the second round of the Wimbledon men’s doubles event with a win over Robin Haas and Sander Arends. Bopanna and Ebden defeated their Dutch opponents 7-5, 6-4 in a rain-interrupted match on Wednesday, finishing in one hour and 11…
Ahead of their big fat wedding, stunning visuals from Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's 'Mosalu' ceremony have been released. The family organised the spectacular event at their Mumbai residence, Antilia. Visuals from the event show stunning decorations and happy moments shared by the family. Antilia was beautifully adorned with colourful…
Rishi Sunak is expected to stay on as Tory leader if he loses the election to prevent party infighting and to ensure an orderly transition. Cabinet ministers have requested Sunak remain party leader until September to avoid chaos following a potential Labour victory, The Times reported. A veteran Tory MP…
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and top seed Jannik Sinner advanced to the third round of Wimbledon with contrasting victories, while eighth seed Casper Ruud was eliminated on a cloudy Wednesday. Alcaraz nearly lost the first set against Australian Aleksandar Vukic but recovered to win 7-6(5) 6-2 6-2. He showed glimpses…
LABOUR leader Keir Starmer is a former human rights lawyer turned state prosecutor whose ruthless ambition and formidable work ethic look set to propel him to Britain's highest political office. The 61-year-old, named after Labour's founding father Keir Hardie, is the centre-left opposition party's most working-class leader in decades. "My…
BRITONS headed to the polls Thursday in a general election widely expected to emphatically return the opposition Labour party to power and end nearly a decade-and-a-half of Conservative rule. The country's first national ballot since Boris Johnson won a landslide for the Tories in 2019 follows prime minister Rishi Sunak's…
As Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are set to tie the knot on July 12, the celebrations have started in full swing. The family organised a spectacular mameru ceremony on July 3. Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani with mother Purnima Dalal, Akash Ambani with wife Shloka, Anant and…
Pakistani star Fawad Khan is expected to return to Indian cinema with a rom-com, which also stars Vaani Kapoor. Aarti Bagdi has come on board to direct the project, which will be shot entirely in the UK. "Fawad Khan has a massive international pull given his popularity amongst South Asians…
FORMER chancellor Sajid Javid is set to become a partner at London-based investment firm Centricus. The move, effective from Monday (9), follows approval from the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (Acoba), which assesses the propriety of former ministers taking roles in the private sector, reported The Guardian. Javid, who previously…
Andy Murray withdrew from the singles at Wimbledon on Tuesday after not recovering from a back operation. The two-time champion is expected to play doubles with his brother Jamie in his final appearance at the All England Club before retirement. Here is a look at the five key moments in…
A SECOND Reform UK candidate has stepped down, citing racism and misogyny within the party. Georgie David, who was running for West Ham and Beckton, announced her departure through a statement issued by the Conservative party, which she now supports. David's resignation follows that of Liam Booth-Isherwood, the Reform UK…
FORMER home secretary Suella Braverman has declared the election battle “over” for the Conservatives and it should now fight to save itself from extinction. Braverman, who was sacked last year by Sunak after a series of outspoken comments, said the party needed to rediscover its “soul” and move back to…
Bigg Boss OTT, the Indian version of Big Brother, landed in controversy for including a male contestant with his two wives, which critics say has promoted bigamy to an audience of millions. Armaan Malik, 36, a YouTuber, entered the show with his two wives Kritika and Payal Malik. Host Anil…
The Conservative Party almost conceded election defeat to Labour on Wednesday, a day before polling stations opened, warning that the opposition party was on course for a record-breaking victory. Opinion polls indicate that Labour is set for a significant win in Thursday's vote, ending 14 years of Conservative government and…
A MASSIVE gathering addressed by an Indian policeman-turned-preacher, considered an incarnation of God by his followers, turned horribly wrong on Tuesday (2), as at least 121 people, mostly women and children, died in a stampede. "Bhole Baba", or the Innocent Elder, is the sobriquet of a self-styled godman who was…
FORMER prime minister Boris Johnson tried to rally the Conservative party faithful as UK politicians on Wednesday spent a final day campaigning ahead of the general election. The Brexit stalwart, ousted by his own Conservative lawmakers in 2022 after a string of scandals, made a surprise appearance at a party…
INDIAN labour officials visited a Foxconn factory in the country's south this week and questioned executives about the company's hiring practices, an official said, after Reuters reported that the major Apple supplier has been rejecting married women from iPhone assembly jobs. A five-member team of the federal government's regional labour…
WITH Why We Travel, award-winning journalist, author and keynote speaker, Ash Bhardwaj shatters the glossy veneer of travel brochures by delving into the human desire to explore. The captivating blend of memoir and travelogue tackles big questions: What drives us to venture beyond the familiar? How can travel enrich our…
ASIAN households have been urged to take extra precautions when cooking for family gatherings this summer after a spate of fires. Cooking is the number one cause of accidental house fires in the UK. Of the 24,083 accidental dwelling fires in the year ending March 2023, 44 per cent were…
PAKISTAN’S defence minister last Wednesday (26) criticised a US House of Representatives resolution calling for a probe of alleged voting irregularities in the country’s general election. The vote, in which no single party won a clear majority, was marred by violence, communication blackouts, and allegations by the party of jailed…
Turkey will face the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals after a 2-1 victory over Austria, marking the first time both countries have reached the last eight of a European Championship since 2008. Merih Demiral was the standout for Turkey, scoring an early goal in Leipzig and then heading in…
A PANEL of UN experts has determined that the detention of former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan was arbitrary and a violation of international law, calling for him to be released “immediately”. In an opinion published on Monday (1), the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention raised concerns about…
SOCIAL media firms have been urged to do more to tackle conspiracy theories and false information being posted on their platforms. These include messages and videos speculating about tragedies such as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1984 and the 2017 Manchester Arena bombings. There are also false allegations about vaccines,…
