United Kingdom: News

25 Jul 2024

Prince Harry

Prince Harry reportedly interested in attending Anant-Radhika's UK wedding celebrations

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has reportedly expressed interest in attending the United Kingdom celebrations of Indian billionaire Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's extravagant wedding.

24 Jul 2024

Prince Charles

Why King Charles will receive extra £45mn of public money

King Charles is set to see a significant increase in his official annual income, with a rise of over 50% according to official accounts.

24 Jul 2024

Germany

Indian passport allows visa-free travel to these 58 countries

The Henley Passport Index 2024 has placed the Indian passport at the 82nd position globally.

23 Jul 2024

Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce's nuclear power project for space missions gets UK funding

Rolls-Royce has secured $6.2 million in funding from the United Kingdom Space Agency (UKSA), to develop its space nuclear power technology.

22 Jul 2024

Health & Wellness

Innovative graphene-based brain chip offers hope for Parkinson's treatment

Inbrain Neuroelectronics, a start-up based in Barcelona, has engineered a brain implant that can both interpret signals and stimulate brain impulses.

20 Jul 2024

Spain

Why do cats steal random stuff? Scientists take a look

Scientists are now investigating a globally observed but unstudied behavior of cats - their propensity to 'steal' random objects.

19 Jul 2024

World

Riots, violence break out in Leeds, UK: What happened

A major riot erupted in Leeds, United Kingdom, on Thursday night when a large group of locals set a bus on fire and overturned a police car.

17 Jul 2024

Bitcoin

Self-proclaimed Bitcoin creator accused of perjury in the UK

Australian scientist Craig Wright, who claimed to be the creator of Bitcoin since 2016, is facing allegations of perjury in a UK court.

16 Jul 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft faces UK antitrust probe over Inflection AI deal

Microsoft is currently under investigation by the United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) due to its partnership with Inflection AI.

14 Jul 2024

Anushka Sharma

Anushka-Virat attend 'kirtan' in London amid buzz of UK relocation

Amid the hullabaloo of the Ambani wedding, attended by the who's who of Bollywood, one celebrity couple is seemingly enjoying their time away from it all.

13 Jul 2024

Health & Wellness

Night owls have sharper minds than early risers, research finds

A study led by scientists from Imperial College London, has found that individuals who are active during the night, exhibit higher cognitive function than early birds.

12 Jul 2024

University of Oxford

UK firm develops world's most powerful quantum computing chip

Oxford Ionics, a University of Oxford spinoff, has developed a high-performance chip that sets new records in the quantum computing field.

11 Jul 2024

Taiwan

World will add many millionaires by 2028, thanks to Taiwan

A new report from financial firm UBS forecasts a significant global increase in the number of millionaires by 2028.

10 Jul 2024

London

3 women killed in crossbow attack in UK; manhunt launched

A nationwide manhunt is underway in the United Kingdom for 26-year-old Kyle Clifford, suspected of a triple murder using a crossbow.

10 Jul 2024

Alia Bhatt

Alia Bhatt spotted filming for YRF's 'Alpha'

Alia Bhatt has officially started shooting for the highly anticipated YRF Spy Universe film, Alpha.

05 Jul 2024

Narendra Modi

Modi congratulates Starmer for poll win; has message for Sunak

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer for his party's historic win in United Kingdom general elections.

05 Jul 2024

Rishi Sunak

Which Indian-origin politicians made it to UK's House of Commons

Rallying behind the slogan "It's time for change," the Labour Party in the United Kingdom (UK) delivered a stunning blow to the Rishi Sunak-led Conservative Party after 14 years.

05 Jul 2024

Rishi Sunak

What Keir Starmer's poll win means for UK-India relations

Britain's Labour Party swept to power on Friday after over a decade in opposition—marking the party's return to government less than five years after its worst defeat in nearly a century.

05 Jul 2024

Rishi Sunak

When would Sunak have to move out of Number 10

Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak will vacate 10 Downing Street following his defeat in the United Kingdom's general elections to Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party.

05 Jul 2024

Rishi Sunak

Who is Keir Starmer, the UK's next PM? 

The Labour Party's leader Sir Keir Starmer is poised to replace Rishi Sunak as the prime minister of the United Kingdom.

04 Jul 2024

Rishi Sunak

Why UK general elections are always held on Thursdays 

United Kingdom voters are gearing up for the first general election since 2019, after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a surprise election in May.

30 Jun 2024

Canada

FIR filed against UK-based professor for inciting violence in Manipur

Uday Reddy, a Computer Science professor of Indian origin at the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, has been accused of inciting ethnic violence in Manipur through his online activities.

28 Jun 2024

Box Office

'Downton Abbey 3': Production underway, release date announced

The much-awaited Downton Abbey 3 is currently being filmed in the United Kingdom, with a theatrical release scheduled for September 12, 2025.

26 Jun 2024

World

UK: Indian-origin woman wrongly jailed while pregnant rejects apology 

Seema Misra, a former United Kingdom subpostmistress wrongfully imprisoned while pregnant, has declined apologies from key figures involved in her conviction.

25 Jun 2024

Health & Wellness

Gene mutation identified as potential obesity trigger, says study

An international research team has identified a significant link between a gene mutation and increased weight gain.

24 Jun 2024

Health & Wellness

UK teenager undergoes first global trial of skull-fitted epilepsy device

Oran Knowlson, a 13-year-old boy from Somerset, UK, has become the first patient worldwide to trial a new epilepsy device implanted in his skull.

23 Jun 2024

The Beatles

Spelling error makes auction-bound rare Beatles vinyl worth a fortune

An early single by the legendary 1960s pop group, The Beatles, is expected to sell for up to £9,000 ($12,000) at an auction on Monday.

15 Jun 2024

Cybercrimes

London hospitals postpone 1,600 operations and appointments after Russian cyberattack

London hospitals had to delay nearly 1,600 operations and outpatient appointments due to a cyberattack, per the National Health Service (NHS).

14 Jun 2024

Narendra Modi

G7 Summit: What's on PM Modi's agenda? 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Italy on Thursday night to attend the 50th G7 Summit, his first foreign visit after assuming office for the third consecutive term.

12 Jun 2024

Business

UK's 'quiet quitters' cost economy £257 billion in lost output

The United Kingdom's economy suffered a significant blow last year, losing over £257 billion in potential output due to disengaged workers.

Raspberry Pi goes public, sees 32% stock price surge

Raspberry Pi, the renowned manufacturer of affordable single-board computers, has officially become a publicly traded company.

08 Jun 2024

Delhi

Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi lead UK's investment inflows from India

Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Delhi are leading the way in foreign direct investment (FDI) from India into the UK.

03 Jun 2024

BTS

RM's 'Right Place, Wrong Person' scores biggest US debut yet!

BTS's RM has once again made waves in the US music scene with his new solo album Right Place, Wrong Person.

RBI repatriates gold reserves from UK, first move since 1991

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has successfully transferred a substantial amount of gold, exceeding 100 tons, from the United Kingdom to its vaults in India.

30 May 2024

Antarctica

Not just Delhi, temperatures across the world are soaring 

In recent years, there has been a global trend of record-breaking heat, with many locations reporting their highest-ever temperatures.

28 May 2024

Social Media

UK health food retailer ridiculed for menopause chocolate bar

Holland & Barrett, a leading health food chain in the United Kingdom, has come under fire for its new product—a dark chocolate bar that claims to alleviate menopause symptoms.

26 May 2024

Autonomous vehicles

UK will have self-driving cars on the roads by 2026

The United Kingdom has passed the Automated Vehicles Act, a landmark legislation that will allow self-driving cars on its roads by 2026.

23 May 2024

Rishi Sunak

Explained: What happens in a UK general election

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced that the United Kingdom (UK) will hold its next general election on July 4, following a cabinet meeting on Wednesday afternoon.

23 May 2024

Smartphones

Smartphones emerge as India's 4th largest exported items in FY24

Smartphones have climbed the ranks to become India's fourth-largest export item, witnessing a substantial 42% growth and hitting $15.6 billion in FY24, as reported by Business Standard.

22 May 2024

Electric Cars

Electric, hybrid cars more likely to hit pedestrians, study finds

A recent analysis of the UK's road traffic accidents has revealed a startling trend: hybrid and electric cars are more likely to be involved in accidents with pedestrians, than their petrol or diesel counterparts.

20 May 2024

San Francisco

UK's AI Safety Institute sets foot in San Francisco

The United Kingdom is extending its artificial intelligence (AI) safety initiatives, by launching a second branch of the AI Safety Institute in San Francisco.

20 May 2024

Elon Musk

South Korea, UK set to co-host second global AI summit

South Korea and the United Kingdom are preparing to co-host the second global AI summit on May 21 and 22 in Seoul.

19 May 2024

Upcoming Movies

First-look: Sinister Martin Portlock unmasked in 'Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare'

The team behind the slasher horror hit Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey have released a first glimpse of their new project, Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare.

UK agency launches AI testing toolset 'Inspect': How it works

Safety Institute, the UK's body focused on artificial intelligence (AI) safety, has unveiled a toolset named 'Inspect.'

11 May 2024

Europe

Aurora Borealis illuminates European night sky amid solar storm

The Aurora Borealis, also referred to as the Northern Lights, illuminated the night skies across several parts of Europe yesterday (May 10, local time).

10 May 2024

Business

UK economy exits recession as GDP shows recovery

The United Kingdom has officially come out from its recession, with recent data revealing a 0.6% growth in the economy during the first quarter of the year.

08 May 2024

BAFTA

Harry Lawtey to play young Richard Burton in 'Mr. Burton'

Harry Lawtey, a promising talent in the UK acting scene, has been selected to portray a young Richard Burton in the upcoming film Mr. Burton, reported Deadline.

08 May 2024

Facebook

Facebook under fire for inaction on Taylor Swift ticket scam

Facebook is facing criticism from users who claim their accounts were hacked, and used to sell counterfeit tickets for Taylor Swift's UK concerts.

US DOJ charges LockBit ransomware mastermind, promises $10 million bounty

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally charged Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, a Russian national.

07 May 2024

China

China suspected of cyberattack on UK's Ministry of Defence

Sky News has reported a significant data breach at the UK's Ministry of Defence (MoD). The suspected source of this cyberattack is China.

01 May 2024

London

Stabbing in UK school: 3 injured, 17-year-old arrested 

A 17-year-old boy was arrested on Wednesday for attempted murder after three people were injured in an apparent stabbing at a school in northern England, police said, a day after a similar incident in Wales, United Kingdom.

01 May 2024

King Charles III

King Charles visits cancer center after resuming in-person duties

In their first public appearance since King Charles III's February cancer diagnosis, he and Queen Camilla visited the prestigious University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre in London on Tuesday (local time).

30 Apr 2024

Raghav Chadha

'Chadha in UK for surgery, could've lost eyesight': Delhi minister

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha is currently in the United Kingdom, receiving medical treatment for a serious eye condition, Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said on Tuesday.

30 Apr 2024

Climate Change

UK scientists develop material that absorbs carbon faster than trees

UK scientists have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change, by developing a porous substance capable of storing substantial amounts of greenhouse gases.

What to expect from the second Global AI Safety Summit?

The second Global AI Safety Summit, a significant event in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), is set to commence soon.

26 Apr 2024

Vijay Mallya

Why India is discussing Mallya's extradition with France

The Indian government is reportedly seeking the extradition of fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya from France, The Indian Express reported.

25 Apr 2024

Rebel Wilson

Rebel Wilson's memoir to be published in UK with redactions

The United Kingdom version of Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, will be published with certain sections omitted.

23 Apr 2024

China

Pakistan ex-PM Nawaz Sharif travels to China for medical examination

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif on Monday embarked on a five-day trip to China, reports said.

23 Apr 2024

Startups

This invisibility shield can hide people standing side by side

Invisibility Shield Co, a British start-up, has unveiled an advanced version of its revolutionary product, that can effectively hide objects behind it by manipulating light.

23 Apr 2024

Lawsuits

Grindr facing lawsuit for sharing users' HIV status, sexual preference

Grindr, a popular dating app, is currently facing a lawsuit in London, over accusations of sharing users' private data with advertising firms without their consent.