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UK PM slams 'disgraceful' racist abuse of England players

UK PM slams 'disgraceful' racist abuse of England players

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

'FIFA will take adequate actions as soon as it receives match reports concerning yesterday's Hungary-England game.'

Omicron sub-lineage BA.2 variant under investigation in UK

Omicron sub-lineage BA.2 variant under investigation in UK

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), which monitors data related to the pandemic, said the sub-lineage known as BA.2 shows a low number of cases in the country, with the original Omicron lineage BA.1 still dominant.

Taliban warn of 'consequences' if US delays withdrawal

Taliban warn of 'consequences' if US delays withdrawal

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

'If the US or UK were to seek additional time to continue evacuations -- the answer is no'

Man United back Rashford, to provide 5,000 free school meals

Man United back Rashford, to provide 5,000 free school meals

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

Now, working together with the charity FareShare, meals will be prepared and packaged individually at Old Trafford by club staff before being shipped to local Manchester United Foundation partner schools.

Tharoor likely to contest Congress presidential poll

Tharoor likely to contest Congress presidential poll

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

While Tharoor declined to comment on whether he would throw his hat into the ring, he has written an article for the Malayalam daily Mathrubhumi calling for a 'free and fair' election.

Parliament rejects Johnson's second bid for snap polls

Parliament rejects Johnson's second bid for snap polls

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Following the vote, Johnson attacked the opposition parties, asserting they wanted to delay Brexit again.

Indian-origin Rishi Sunak says he is running for British PM

Indian-origin Rishi Sunak says he is running for British PM

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Rishi Sunak, the former UK chancellor of the exchequer, on Friday formally launched his leadership bid to succeed Boris Johnson as the new Conservative Party leader and future British prime minister.

London mayor opposes annual cap on migrants

London mayor opposes annual cap on migrants

Rediff.com10 Sep 2010

London's Conservative mayor Boris Johnson has opposed the David Cameron government's plans to place an annual limit on professional migrants from India and outside the European Union, taking the controversy to a new level.

UK PM unveils big lockdown relaxation

UK PM unveils big lockdown relaxation

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Boris Johnson on Tuesday announced July 4 as the date for a significant lifting of lockdown restrictions in the country, with cinemas, museums, bars, pubs and restaurants being allowed to open their doors to the public once again.

UK biz leaders flay move to close India offices

UK biz leaders flay move to close India offices

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

Business leaders warned that closing the offices to save money would send out the wrong signals to potential investors.

'Covid vaccine will be equally effective against new mutant'

'Covid vaccine will be equally effective against new mutant'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

The CSIR DG said the transmissibility of the new strain N501Y is a "bit higher" but this does not mean it is more lethal and more people are going to die due to it.

Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at risk

Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at risk

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

The attack on Rushdie sent shock waves around the world, with world leaders and literary stalwarts saying they were appalled at the attack on the author who championed free speech and lived under the threat of assassination for nearly half his life.

Here to fix mistakes, says PM Rishi Sunak in first address

Here to fix mistakes, says PM Rishi Sunak in first address

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Newly-appointed British Prime Minster Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday that he has been elected to fix some of the "mistakes" made by his predecessor as he promised to place "economic stability and confidence" at the heart of his government's agenda.

Liz Truss quits as British PM after 45 days; Rishi Sunak now frontrunner

Liz Truss quits as British PM after 45 days; Rishi Sunak now frontrunner

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

"I cannot deliver the mandate on which I was elected," she said speaking outside Downing Street.

False assertions: India condemns UK lawmakers' debate on farmers' stir

False assertions: India condemns UK lawmakers' debate on farmers' stir

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

The Indian High Commission made its displeasure known despite the British government earlier reiterating that the three New Delhi laws on agricultural reform were a "domestic matter".

Suella Braverman quits as UK Home Secy over 'mistake'

Suella Braverman quits as UK Home Secy over 'mistake'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

"I have made a mistake; I accept responsibility; I resign," the 42-year-old barrister said.

Working closely with UK government to resume cricket: ECB

Working closely with UK government to resume cricket: ECB

Rediff.com11 May 2020

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said it is working closely with the government to ensure safe resumption of the game amid the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday announced that the lockdown, which was enforced to stem the spread of the coronavirus outbreak, will remain in place till at least June 1 in the UK.

'There's an incredible excitement about Mumbai'

'There's an incredible excitement about Mumbai'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

As London gears up to host the 2012 Summer Olympics, Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, tells what Mumbai can take away from London's plans for renewal and expansion.

Why do politicians keep their health secret?

Why do politicians keep their health secret?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'It is not the country's interests alone that lead to all this secrecy.' 'More usually, the reason is the threat from political rivals: What will they do if they find out?', notes T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

Brexit done: UK leaves EU as Johnson hails new dawn

Brexit done: UK leaves EU as Johnson hails new dawn

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

The UK became the first country to exit the economic bloc after 47 years of membership following the vote in favour of Brexit in June 2016.

Super League shelved as more clubs withdraw

Super League shelved as more clubs withdraw

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Twelve of Europe's leading soccer clubs from England, Italy and Spain announced a breakaway league on Sunday but after 48 hours of massive pressure from fans, politicians and even British royals the six English clubs backed out

Prince William's COVID kept secret in first wave of UK pandemic: Report

Prince William's COVID kept secret in first wave of UK pandemic: Report

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

The Duke of Cambridge, 38, didn't want to alarm the public so kept his illness private.

New UK variant of Covid may be more deadly: Johnson

New UK variant of Covid may be more deadly: Johnson

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

"In addition to spreading more quickly, it also now appears that there is some evidence that the new variant - the variant that was first identified in London and the south east (of England) -- may be associated with a higher degree of mortality," Johnson said on Friday in his address at a virtual briefing from 10 Downing Street.

Rishi Sunak works Tory voters with Namaste, Salaam, Khem Cho, Kidda...

Rishi Sunak works Tory voters with Namaste, Salaam, Khem Cho, Kidda...

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Britain's prime ministerial candidate Rishi Sunak has said he wants to change the UK-India relationship to make it a more two-way exchange that opens up easy access to UK students and companies in India.

British PM backs culture secretary on Robinson suspension

British PM backs culture secretary on Robinson suspension

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

'As Oliver Dowden set out, these were comments made more than a decade ago (sic) written by someone as a teenager, for which they've rightly apologised.'

Rishi Sunak likely to become first Indian-origin British PM today

Rishi Sunak likely to become first Indian-origin British PM today

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

With the former prime minister stepping aside on Sunday night saying it was "simply not the right time" for his comeback, the prospect of a Diwali victory for Sunak cannot be ruled out.

Indian-origin man is London transport chief

Indian-origin man is London transport chief

Rediff.com14 May 2008

Kulveer Ranger, 33, an Indian-origin management consultant who has previously worked on London's transport system, has been appointed the director of transport policy by the new mayor, Boris Johnson.

F1 champion Hamilton knighted in New Year's honours list

F1 champion Hamilton knighted in New Year's honours list

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton was awarded a knighthood in the UK New Year's honours list published on Wednesday.

PIX: Fans in tears as England fall short at final hurdle

PIX: Fans in tears as England fall short at final hurdle

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

The tears of England's losing players at Wembley were replicated across the nation on Sunday night, mixed in with disappointment and alcohol, after Italy beat Gareth Southgate's young side in a penalty shootout to win Euro 2020.

'Deal is done': UK, EU clinch post-Brexit free trade agreement

'Deal is done': UK, EU clinch post-Brexit free trade agreement

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

'We have got Brexit done and we can now take full advantage of the fantastic opportunities available to us as an independent trading nation, striking trade deals with other partners around the world,' Downing Street said in a statement.

EPL hope fans will return to stadiums in October

EPL hope fans will return to stadiums in October

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Premier League plans for return of fans face government review

New London mayor may shut Delhi, Mumbai offices

New London mayor may shut Delhi, Mumbai offices

Rediff.com29 May 2008

The offices called 'London India Offices', were launched in November 2007 during Livingstone's visit to India, were set up to promote trade relations between London and India.

Ken Livingstone loses London mayoral poll

Ken Livingstone loses London mayoral poll

Rediff.com3 May 2008

In a tight contest, Labour candidate Livingstone lost to Conservative Party challenger Boris Johnson, official sources said. The Conservatives grabbed 44 per cent of the vote, with the Liberal Democrats winning 25 per cent, pushing the Labour Party to the third position.

UK to hit Russia with 'first barrage' of sanctions, says Johnson

UK to hit Russia with 'first barrage' of sanctions, says Johnson

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the UK will hit Russia with a "first barrage' of economic sanctions, warning that President Vladimir Putin is fixed on a "full-scale invasion of Ukraine".

English sports get $ 400 million bailout

English sports get $ 400 million bailout

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

The money covers sport in England, with other parts of the United Kingdom having separate budgets.

COVID: UK to bring in hotel quarantine from Feb 15

COVID: UK to bring in hotel quarantine from Feb 15

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

The rules affect UK residents and Irish nationals travelling from 33 countries on the so-called 'red list', which covers much of South America, southern Africa, the United Arab Emirates and Portugal as feared regions for new coronavirus mutations. Non-UK travellers from these locations are currently banned from entry anyway.

Queen likely to host Biden at Buckingham Palace: Report

Queen likely to host Biden at Buckingham Palace: Report

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is expected to host US President Joe Biden at Buckingham Palace ahead of the G7 summit scheduled between June 11 and 13.

Meghan and Harry welcome daughter Lilibet 'Lili' Diana

Meghan and Harry welcome daughter Lilibet 'Lili' Diana

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Lili is the first of the Queen's great-grandchildren to be born outside the United Kingdom as Harry and Meghan relocated to California in the US last year after they stepped back as frontline royals.

Won't serve third term as British PM: David Cameron

Won't serve third term as British PM: David Cameron

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

After that, he said, "It will be time for new leadership".

UK PM says no fans will be allowed at sports pilot events

UK PM says no fans will be allowed at sports pilot events

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

The announcement means no fans will be allowed from Saturday at the horse racing in Goodwood as well as the Crucible Theatre for the World Snooker Championships.