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UK, Canada tourists praise fresh air at home after returning from India: ‘Really incredible difference’

A January report found that Delhi ranked among the most polluted cities with annual PM2.5 levels of 96 µg/m³, far above national standards.

'ICE agents get money per head that they detain': UK woman detained in US despite valid tourist visa

The retiree grandmother was travelling with her husband when the couple were stopped while attempting a same‑day crossing into Canada; officials later flagged that her husband’s visa had lapsed, even as hers remained in order.

'I am just enjoying': UK woman becomes ‘richest in the world’ after Rs 5,714 quadrillion coffee shop glitch

A Nottingham businesswoman briefly became the “richest woman” in the world after her Rs 907 gift card showed a staggering balance of approximately Rs 5,714 quadrillion due to an error. The mistake was later corrected by the coffee shop.

‘I thought It was a glitch’: Man receives Rs 51.3 lakh phone bill after daughter streams TikTok on holiday

A businessman was left stunned after his daughter’s TikTok use during a holiday resulted in a £42,000, approximately Rs 51 lakh, roaming charge.

Bengaluru bank lowballs Rs 30 LPA offer to new mother, she rejects it to bag Rs 1.2 crore pa UK job

'I did not disclose my pregnancy because there is no written rule on when you’re supposed to, and I did not think it necessary to share that information before they made an offer,' Komal Khemani, 35, said.

UK patient flies to China, gets Rs 6 lakh procedure done for Rs 36,000, others follow: 'So efficient'

According to China’s National Health Commission, international departments at major hospitals recorded 1.28 million foreign patient visits in 2025, a 73.6 per cent rise from three years earlier.

Dhurandhar tops Netflix charts across UK, UAE, Bahrain and Oman despite Gulf ban

Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster Dhurandhar has officially transitioned from a record-breaking Rs 1,303 crore theatrical run to global streaming dominance. Since its Netflix debut on January 30, 2026, the Ranveer Singh-starrer has smashed records to become the #1 non-English film globally.

Couple discovers 80 skeletons while converting 900-year-old church into home: 'Lot more than we...'

A UK couple found skeletons under the church floor while renovating it into their home and chose to leave the remains undisturbed.

Netizens concerned over NRI Sangram Patil's detention in Mumbai over anti-BJP remarks: ‘Bravo freedom of speech’

YouTuber Sangram Patil, who has close to five lakh subscribers, has acknowledged making critical posts but maintains that they fall within the bounds of democratic dissent and do not amount to hate speech or incitement, a position now under judicial scrutiny.

Don't miss India's 'cut-throat' work culture: Consultant moves to UK, praises work-life balance

Modhura Roy moved from Pune to London with her husband and daughter in March 2020 after working in India for 7.5 years. Recalling her time in the country, she said that she often had to work long hours during weekday and even over the weekends. In London, the consulting principal clocks in at 9 am and logs out by 6 pm.

Scholarship snub: Why UAE will no longer fund students at UK universities

The UAE has also said it will not recognise degrees from institutions not on its approved list, reducing the value of UK qualifications for Emirati graduates.

US seizes Russia-flagged tanker after chase from Venezuela

The US Justice Department and the Department of Homeland Security “today announced the seizure of the M/V Bella 1 for violations of US sanctions,” the command said in a social media post.

UK is considering new 'Islamophobia' definition: Why Hindu and Sikh groups are raising red flags | Explained

The concerns surfaced after the BBC reported last month that the government’s Working Group on Anti-Muslim Hatred, set up in February last year, had submitted a draft that avoids using the term “Islamophobia.”

Say goodbye to prime time junk food ads: UK tightens rules for children

The United Kingdom is introducing new rules to stop junk food advertisements from appearing on TV before 9 pm and across major online platforms. The effort is aimed at protecting children from constant marketing of unhealthy foods and reducing the nation’s stubbornly high levels of obesity.

Australia, US, UK flag 'fake' rabies vaccine issue in India: What is the real risk | Key facts explained

According to the WHO, rabies causes about 59,000 deaths each year across more than 150 countries. India accounts for around 20,000 of these deaths annually, according to a study published in One Health in December 2024.

Pakistan seeks UK action after threat to Field Marshal Asim Munir at Bradford protest

Pakistan has sought UK intervention after an alleged threat against Field Marshal Asim Munir at a Bradford protest, highlighting tensions with overseas supporters and political disputes involving Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party.

UK Waters Overrun: 2025 officially declared the year of blooming Octopus

Scientists declared 2025, the year of the Blooming Octopus following an unprecedented increase in numbers since 1950.The spotted are Octopus vulgaris, which is a species commonly seen in the warmer Mediterranean Sea. UK’s coastal waters are witnessing a marine phenomenon rarely seen.

Indian businessman in UK earns Rs 18,000 an hour training AI models: 'Curiosity drew me in'

The 34-year-old spent six years at Microsoft working on cloud and AI partnerships. He has also published research on the future of achievement in an AI era, and thus the idea of helping train AI systems felt 'natural' to him.

3 Indian-origin men jailed for violent disorder at 2023 UK kabaddi event

Boota Singh, Damanjit Singh and Rajvinder Takhar Singh were sentenced at Derby Crown Court on December 19 after being found guilty at a trial in November, according to Derbyshire Police.

UK sanctions Pakistani tycoon Lakhani for Russian energy role

The British sanctions also designated a cadre of companies, including Lakhani’s Mercantile & Maritime Group.

Britain to rejoin Erasmus in 2027, reopening a key Brexit debate

Britain will rejoin the EU’s Erasmus programme from 2027, signalling a reset in UK–EU relations under Keir Starmer while reviving debate over Brexit costs and benefits.

What went right for Earth: Seven under-the-radar climate and nature wins in 2025

Amid worsening climate pressures, 2025 delivered quiet wins from surging renewables to returning wildlife, landmark legal shifts and indigenous gains, showing unexpected progress that often escaped headlines worldwide this year.

UK defence chief warns: 'More people must be ready to fight' amid rising global threats from Russia

UK Defence Chief Richard Knighton warned that Britain faces unprecedented global threats, urging more citizens to be ready to fight, while MI6 chief highlighted Russia’s aggressive actions in a “grey zone.”

Astronomers capture stunning two-sun explosion and the turbulent aftereffects

Astronomers imaged two novae only days after eruption. They used the CHARA Array in California for clarity. The system captured expanding material around each erupting star.

Naia Island: The ultra-luxury Dubai paradise Lakshmi Mittal is moving to

Discover why steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal is relocating to Naia Island Dubai, the ultra-exclusive private island offering beachfront mansions, world-class luxury, and unmatched privacy for billionaires seeking a tax-friendly haven.