United Kingdom: News
Scottish actor-comedian Stanley Baxter dies at 99
Stanley Baxter, the celebrated Scottish actor and comedian, has passed away at the age of 99.
British-raj era artifacts among 600 items stolen from UK museum
A major burglary at a Bristol museum in the United Kingdom has resulted in the theft of over 600 items. The stolen items include artifacts related to India's colonial history.
Meghan Markle slams newspaper for reporting from ailing father's bedside
Meghan Markle has accused British news portal the Daily Mail of breaching ethical boundaries by reporting from her estranged father Thomas Markle's hospital bedside.
When did humans master fire? Research says 400,000 years ago
Humans first learned to create fire around 400,000 years ago, 350,000 years earlier than previously believed.
'Operation Sagar Bandhu' rescues hundreds, sends relief to Sri Lanka
Cyclone 'Ditwah' has wreaked havoc in Sri Lanka, killing 334 and displacing thousands. The cyclone has also left nearly 400 people missing as rescue operations continue for the fifth day.
Haryana student stabbed dead in UK, 5 murder suspects bailed
A 30-year-old Indian-origin student, Vijay Kumar Sheoran, was fatally stabbed in Worcester, United Kingdom, on November 25.
How JLR cyber attack affected car production in the UK
The UK's new car production witnessed a staggering 24% drop last month, following a major cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).
What's inside Naia Island, where billionaire Lakshmi Mittal is moving
Billionaire businessman Lakshmi Mittal is reportedly shifting his base to Dubai's Naia Island.
This AI supercomputer in UK will reveal our eye's secrets
Researchers at the University of Essex are set to use one of the UK's most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputers, Isambard-AI, in a £1.2 million ($1.5 million) eye study.
How will Canada's overhaul of citizenship rules benefit Indians?
Canada is set to overhaul its citizenship laws, making them more inclusive. The changes are expected to benefit thousands of Indian-origin families.
Why billionaire Lakshmi Mittal is leaving UK after 30 years
Lakshmi Mittal, one of the world's richest men, is leaving the UK after nearly three decades.
UK to study impact of puberty blockers on young people
Researchers in the UK have announced two new studies to investigate the effects of puberty blockers on young people experiencing gender incongruence.
UK government in talks with LinkedIn to combat Chinese espionage
The UK government is in talks with LinkedIn to tackle the growing threat of Chinese espionage.
Chinese spies are using LinkedIn to target UK lawmakers
UK's domestic intelligence agency, MI5, has issued a warning to lawmakers about Chinese spies posing as recruiters on platforms like LinkedIn.
UK changes its asylum rules: How it affects Indians?
The United Kingdom has announced major changes to its asylum system, with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calling it the "biggest changes to tackle illegal migration in modern times."
Why 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' is ineligible for BAFTAs
Netflix's animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters has been ruled ineligible for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards, reported Variety.
Chinese 'cryptoqueen' who stole $5.6B from pensioners faces jail
Qian Zhimin, a Chinese national dubbed the "Cryptoqueen," is due to be sentenced for her role in a massive cryptocurrency fraud scheme.
India will soon become world's biggest market for Scotch whisky
India is set to become the world's largest market for Scotch whisky, both in volume and value, in the coming years.
King Charles allows brother Andrew to keep war medal
King Charles has decided to allow his brother, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, to keep his South Atlantic medal, aka the Falklands medal.
Stability AI triumphs in UK copyright case against Getty Images
Stability AI mostly prevailed in a legal battle against Getty Images in the UK.
Meet Fei-Fei Li, AI 'godmother' receiving prestigious engineering prize today
Professor Fei-Fei Li, often referred to as the "godmother" of artificial intelligence (AI), has said that she is proud to be different.
Gopichand P Hinduja, Hinduja Group chairman, passes away at 85
Gopichand P Hinduja, the Chairman of the Hinduja Group and a prominent figure in the business world, has passed away at the age of 85 in London.
UK university halts human-rights study after pressure from China: Report
Sheffield Hallam University in the United Kingdom has halted research on human rights abuses in China after pressure from Beijing, according to a report from The Guardian.
Maldives becomes 1st country to impose generational smoking ban
The Maldives has become the first country to impose a generational smoking ban, making it illegal for anyone born after January 1, 2007, to buy or sell tobacco products.
9 critically injured in Cambridge train stabbings; 2 suspects arrested
A stabbing incident on a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) service from Doncaster to King's Cross in the United Kingdom has left at least 10 people injured, with nine believed to have life-threatening injuries.
Are Harry-Meghan fighting over sending son to UK boarding school?
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may face potential tension over a major decision.
Cyclist gets 3D-printed face after suffering burns in road mishap
A 75-year-old cyclist, Dave Richards, has been fitted with a 3D-printed face after suffering severe third-degree burns in a road accident.
Is UK's national AI research body misusing public funds?
Dr. Doug Gurr, Chairperson of the Alan Turing Institute, has denied allegations of a "toxic internal culture" and misuse of public funds at the organization.
Suspect held in Indian-origin woman's 'racially aggravated' rape
A 32-year-old suspect was arrested on Monday morning in Perry Barr, Walsall, in relation to the rape of an Indian-origin woman in her 20s.
UK: 20-year-old Indian woman sexually assaulted in 'racially aggravated' attack
A woman of Indian origin has been sexually assaulted in a "racially aggravated" attack in Walsall, West Midlands, in the United Kingdom.
Philippines typhoon survivors are suing oil giant in legal first
Survivors of Typhoon Rai, also known as Super Typhoon Odette, are suing fossil fuel giant Shell in a landmark legal case.
What UK's new ruling means for Apple and Google
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has declared Apple and Google as "strategic market status" holders, indicating their significant influence over mobile platforms.
US, Australia ink $8.5 billion critical minerals deal
United States President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have inked a critical minerals deal.
Why UK businesses are fast-tracking expansion plans in India
A recent report by Grant Thornton has revealed that a majority of British firms view the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a "game-changer."
'Sensational developments' to come in UK extradition case: Nirav Modi
Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi, who has been in a United Kingdom prison for over six years, has hinted at "sensational developments" in his extradition case.
Why world's top diesel carmakers are facing a UK trial
In a landmark case, some of the world's leading automakers are being tried in London's High Court.
UK's first food drone delivery could begin next year
An Irish start-up, Manna Aero, is gearing up to launch the UK's first food drone delivery pilot scheme in 2026.
TCS to add 5,000 new roles in UK
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced its plan to create 5,000 new jobs in the UK over the next three years.
'No new air-to-air missiles for Pakistan': US refutes reports
The United States has denied media reports that it is supplying new Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) to Pakistan under a modified defense contract.
How a stolen iPhone exposed UK's biggest phone theft ring
A single stolen iPhone has led to the unearthing of one of the largest mobile theft operations in the UK.
Scotch whisky in the spotlight during Starmer's 1st India visit
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is on his first official visit to India, a two-day trip that began today.
US announces air-to-air missiles for Pakistan after Trump-Sharif-Asim Munir meeting
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a new phase in defense cooperation with Pakistan.
After a month, JLR to resume manufacturing cars from tomorrow
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a phased resumption of production at its manufacturing facilities in the UK, starting tomorrow.
New COVID-19 variant 'Stratus' spreading in US, UK; know symptoms
A new COVID-19 variant, called "Stratus," is spreading rapidly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
UK to tighten permanent residency rules; what we know
The United Kingdom is mulling over stricter rules for migrants seeking permanent residency.
Why JLR is getting a $2B loan from UK government
The British government has announced a loan guarantee of £1.5 billion ($2 billion) for Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).
Meta is bringing its ad-free subscription model to UK
Meta is bringing its "pay or consent" advertising model to the UK, following months of negotiations with regulators.
UK: 90% of counterfeit toys seized are fake Labubu dolls
Fake Labubu dolls have accounted for 90% of all counterfeit toys seized at the UK border this year.
Why takeoffs at airports are about to become noisier
A recent study from the University of Reading has revealed that climate change could lead to increased noise pollution from the departing airplanes around European airports.
Why JLR has extended production halt till October 1
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced an extension of its production halt until at least October 1, 2025.
This UK-based fintech firm has become unicorn thanks to India
UK-based fintech firm Tide has become a unicorn after raising $120 million in its latest funding round.
UK may waive visa fees as Trump hikes H-1B costs
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is considering proposals to waive visa fees for top scientists, academics, and digital experts, according to Financial Times.
'Rewarding terror': Israel warns UK, Canada, Australia over Palestine recognition
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stern warning to the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia after they formally recognized the Palestinian State on Sunday.
NVIDIA wants to invest $500M into this self-driving tech start-up
NVIDIA, the leading US chip designer, is considering a $500 million investment in Wayve, a British start-up specializing in autonomous driving technology.
In 1st case, UK deports Indian migrant to France
An Indian national, who illegally entered the United Kingdom by crossing the English Channel on a small boat, has become the first person to be deported under a new returns treaty between the UK and France.
4 arrested for projecting Trump-Epstein images on Windsor Castle
Four people were arrested after images of United States President Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom.
British pharma giant GSK announces $30B investment in US
British pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has announced a massive $30 billion investment in the United States.
Microsoft pledges $30B AI investment in UK amid Trump visit
Microsoft has announced a massive $30 billion investment in the United Kingdom over the next four years.
Google announces £5B AI investment in UK
Google's parent company, Alphabet, has announced a massive £5 billion ($6.8 billion) investment in artificial intelligence (AI) in the United Kingdom.
This special 50p coin celebrates 90 years of Monopoly
The UK's Royal Mint has launched a special 50p coin to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the board game Monopoly.
US-UK to sign historic nuclear deal: What's on the agenda
The United Kingdom and the United States are set to sign a historic agreement to fast-track nuclear power development.
UK: Sikh woman raped, attackers told her to 'go back'
A Sikh woman in her 20s was raped by two men in Oldbury, United Kingdom.
12 people now using Neuralink to control computers with thoughts
Elon Musk's brain implant venture, Neuralink, has announced that its chips have been implanted in 12 people.
UK home secretary threatens India with visa restrictions over migrants
The United Kingdom's new Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has warned that India and other nations could face new visa restrictions if they don't cooperate in taking back illegal migrants.
Why Altman, Cook are joining Trump on his UK visit
The heads of major tech companies, including NVIDIA's Jensen Huang, OpenAI's Sam Altman, and Apple's Tim Cook, will be joining US President Donald Trump on his upcoming state visit to the UK.
British student jailed for life in Dubai for carrying drugs
A 23-year-old British law student, Mia O'Brien, has been sentenced to life in prison in Dubai after being convicted of drug possession.