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Graft charges: UK ex-minister Tulip seeks meet with B'desh chief advisor

Graft charges: UK ex-minister Tulip seeks meet with B'desh chief advisor

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Yunus will meet King Charles and see Keir Starmer in Downing Street during his four-day visit to the UK from June 10-13.

Addressing India's concerns over Khalistani elements' activities: UK minister

Addressing India's concerns over Khalistani elements' activities: UK minister

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The senior minister said the British government is addressing India's concerns over activities of pro-Khalistani elements and that any attempt to radicalise people in the UK will be dealt with by the law-enforcing authorities.

UK hit by worst riots in years; hostels for asylum seekers attacked

UK hit by worst riots in years; hostels for asylum seekers attacked

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

As the United Kingdom struggles with the greatest social unrest it has seen in years, rioters on Sunday set fire to and broke into hotels designed to house asylum seekers in northern England.

China bristles as UK minister lands in Taiwan for trade talks

China bristles as UK minister lands in Taiwan for trade talks

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Much on the expected lines, Beijing reacted angrily to Hands' visit, saying that it violates the one-China principle to which London is a signatory.

Assange's extradition case goes before UK minister Priti Patel for decision

Assange's extradition case goes before UK minister Priti Patel for decision

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The extradition case of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, wanted in the US over the alleged leak of classified documents related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, was sent to UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on Wednesday.

We won't bar BPO: UK minister

We won't bar BPO: UK minister

Rediff.com4 Feb 2004

UK minister Rishi Sunak releases 5-pound Gandhi coin to mark Diwali

UK minister Rishi Sunak releases 5-pound Gandhi coin to mark Diwali

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Available in a range of standards, including gold and silver, the special collectors' coin is designed by Heena Glover and features an image of a lotus, India's national flower, alongside one of Gandhi's most famous quotes -- "My life is my message".

'Failed states lead to an explosion of poverty and extremism': UK minister

'Failed states lead to an explosion of poverty and extremism': UK minister

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

The Taliban takeover of Afghanistan will inspire terrorists and trigger an "explosion" of extremism and security challenges for the world, UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace warned on Thursday.

Glasgow gurdwara condemns blocking of Indian envoy's visit

Glasgow gurdwara condemns blocking of Indian envoy's visit

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Calling the incident 'disorderly behaviour' by unknown individuals outside the Glasgow area, it further added that the Gurdwara is open to people from all communities and backgrounds.

UK minister apologises for misnaming soccer star Rashford, citing Harry Potter confusion

UK minister apologises for misnaming soccer star Rashford, citing Harry Potter confusion

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Health minister Matt Hancock referred to a 'Daniel' Rashford in an interview earlier in the day as he paid tribute to the Manchester United footballer for his campaigning on food vouchers for struggling families which had prompted a change in government policy.

UK minister signs extradition order for wanted bookie Sanjeev Chawla

UK minister signs extradition order for wanted bookie Sanjeev Chawla

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

Chawla was introduced to Hansie Cronje, the late South African cricket team captain, in January-February 2000. It was suggested to Cronje, by Chawla and another person, that he could make significant amounts of money if he agreed to lose cricket matches.

UK to remove Chinese surveillance cameras from sensitive sites

UK to remove Chinese surveillance cameras from sensitive sites

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

It says the move builds on action taken last year to halt the installation of new equipment on the government estate and will provide "reassurance" that departments are removing surveillance equipment from sensitive sites.

Another UK minister opposes migrants cap

Another UK minister opposes migrants cap

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Placing the annual limit on non-EU professionals is a key coalition promise as part of its objective to reduce net immigration into Britain.

Priti Patel resigns as UK minister over Israel trip row

Priti Patel resigns as UK minister over Israel trip row

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Her departure from the cabinet marks an abrupt halt to the meteoric rise of the Gujarati-origin MP, often touted as a potential future leader of the Conservative Party and a prime ministerial candidate.

UK minister held secret meeting with Cyrus Mistry: Report

UK minister held secret meeting with Cyrus Mistry: Report

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Clark's predecessor Sajid Javid had pledged to help Tata Steel UK with a proposed package of measures and new British PM Theresa May is reportedly supportive of the plan

UK ministers push for Johnson to take over as PM

UK ministers push for Johnson to take over as PM

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Johnson reacted to media speculation on Twitter by dismissing any rebellion.

Murdoch fallout: Top UK minister's aide quits

Murdoch fallout: Top UK minister's aide quits

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

An aide of Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt on Wednesday resigned following the publication of a large number of emails that reflected proximity between Rupert Murdoch's News Corp and Hunt's office on the issue of pay-television giant BSkyB's takeover bid.

UK minister admits deadlock over visa bond scheme

UK minister admits deadlock over visa bond scheme

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

The flip-flop by the government has led senior British Indian MP Keith Vaz to revive his demand that the government end all confusion over the issue.

Offshoring benefiting our country: UK minister

Offshoring benefiting our country: UK minister

Rediff.com18 Jan 2006

The UK government was making all efforts to help those who lost their jobs due to outsourcing, he said.

British Indian ex-minister Alok Sharma knighted; 30 more PIOs to be honoured

British Indian ex-minister Alok Sharma knighted; 30 more PIOs to be honoured

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Sharma was the president of the conference, the first since the Paris Agreement of COP21 that expected parties to make enhanced commitments towards mitigating climate change.

Indian woman threatens to sue UK minister

Indian woman threatens to sue UK minister

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

An Indian-origin civil rights campaigner has threatened to sue a cabinet minister for allegedly insinuating that her relationship with former shadow Home Secretary David Davis was inappropriate.Shami Chakrabarti, 39, the prominent director of civil rights group Liberty, has demanded a public apology from Andy Burnham, the Culture Secretary, who she accuses of tawdry character assassination and innuendo.

UK minister hopeful on buyer for Corus unit

UK minister hopeful on buyer for Corus unit

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

Fresh from his visit to India in the last week of July, Britain's Business Secretary (minister) said he was hopeful a buyer would be found for Tata Steel-owned Corus' Teesside Cast Products plant in the northeast of this country.

Meeting with Modi 'logical next step' in ties: UK minister

Meeting with Modi 'logical next step' in ties: UK minister

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

United Kingdom's Minister of State for the Foreign Office Hugo Swire on Wednesday met Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, and later said it was 'a logical next step' in his country's relations with Gujarat.

How social media is impacting modern sports...

How social media is impacting modern sports...

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Ollie Robinson was suspended from international cricket pending an investigation after his tweets, posted when he was a teenager

The US Great Game in Kabul Begins!

The US Great Game in Kabul Begins!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

There is no better way to address the security threat emanating from ISIS and other terrorist groups in Afghanistan than by co-opting the Taliban, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

US On Diplomacy Road With Taliban?

US On Diplomacy Road With Taliban?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

There is growing acceptance of the idea in the international community that engaging the Taliban government is a far better approach than ostracising it, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

UK expresses concerns over potential impact of CAA

UK expresses concerns over potential impact of CAA

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

'It is because of our close relationship with the government of India that we are able to discuss difficult issues with them'

UK expects India to open up its legal sector

UK expects India to open up its legal sector

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

India can also emerge as a hub of legal talent if it opens up its legal sector

India made 15 extradition requests, but no reply from UK: Centre

India made 15 extradition requests, but no reply from UK: Centre

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Britain has not yet acted upon 15 extradition requests sent by India, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

UK begins trial to see if Covid dogs can sniff out virus

UK begins trial to see if Covid dogs can sniff out virus

Rediff.com16 May 2020

The trial brings together leading disease control experts from the universities with Medical Detection Dogs, who have already successfully trained dogs to detect the odour of many different diseases in humans, such as cancer, malaria and Parkinson's disease.

UK confirms Nirav Modi's presence in Britain

UK confirms Nirav Modi's presence in Britain

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi are being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate for allegedly cheating the PNB, the country's second largest lender, to the tune of more than $2 billion.

UK PM Boris Johnson recuperates at country home with fiancee

UK PM Boris Johnson recuperates at country home with fiancee

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Downing Street has said that the prime minister would not be returning to work immediately and will be based at the sprawling 1,000-acre estate in Buckinghamshire, south-east England, for a recovery period on medical advice.

Special court issues non-bailable warrant against Nirav Modi, kin

Special court issues non-bailable warrant against Nirav Modi, kin

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

The ED has charged the accused under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in the over Rs 13,000 crore PNB scam case.

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested in UK

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested in UK

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

The 47-year-old faces allegations that he publicly released secret documents relating to the United States.

British PM Theresa May likely to visit India in November

British PM Theresa May likely to visit India in November

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

May's visit is likely to coincide with the India-United Kingdom Tech Summit in New Delhi between November 7 and 9

Britain, India to set up a tourism development forum: Sahai

Britain, India to set up a tourism development forum: Sahai

Rediff.com9 Nov 2011

Britain and India have agreed to set up a joint tourism development forum to give a fillip to tourism in the two countries through a combined effort of the travel industry of both sides.

UK calls on India, Pakistan to show restraint, asks for de-escalation

UK calls on India, Pakistan to show restraint, asks for de-escalation

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

May told the House of Commons that the UK remained in regular contact with both countries and was working towards de-escalating tensions.

Tata in UK construction industry's powerful list

Tata in UK construction industry's powerful list

Rediff.com27 May 2008

Indian business titan Ratan Tata, already named among the world's most influential business people from India, has now made to a list of 30 most powerful in the British construction space with a ranking higher than even the UK's Minister for Housing.

I am not a gatecrasher, retorts Mallya after book event row

I am not a gatecrasher, retorts Mallya after book event row

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

"Never gatecrashed in my life... I am not a gatecrasher and would never be one," Mallya tweeted on Sunday, responding to the claims that he was not among the invitees.

'How do we fight an enemy we can't define'

'How do we fight an enemy we can't define'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

India has expressed dismay at the United Nations' continued struggle to find a definition for terrorism, saying there seems to be more cooperation between terrorist groups than the countries fighting them.