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Iran-Israel conflict: G7 demands immediate halt to Iran attacks as Middle East war escalates

G7 and EU leaders call for an immediate halt to Iran’s attacks, backing allies’ right to self-defence while warning of rising threats to regional stability, energy security and global markets.

'UK traffic got desi update': Indian auto rickshaw on London streets leaves netizens stunned

Viral clip of a black-and-yellow auto rickshaw weaving through London traffic has gone viral, leaving social media users amused and nostalgic. Many debated whether the desi vehicle hailed from Mumbai or Delhi.

'Keep religion private': Why Ramzan event at UK's Trafalgar Square sparked a raging debate

Videos of people offering namaaz after iftar at Trafalgar Square in London have sparked a debate in Britain, with social media divided over religious freedom and the use of public spaces.

UK, EU FTA implementation on track; Israel, Gulf talks delayed amid West Asia conflict

The proposed free trade agreement with the UK, signed on July 2025, is likely to be implemented by April-end or early-May of this year.

Cargo vessel hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz: UK Maritime agency

The vessel has requested assistance and the crew are evacuating the vessel.

US bomber lands at UK air base for 'defensive' operations against Iran

Britain's defence ministry said the US had begun using the military sites for "specific defensive operations to prevent Iran firing missiles into the region"

‘Not like they used to be’: Why US–UK special relationship is fraying over Iran strikes

Tensions have surfaced between the US and UK after disagreement over strikes on Iran, with Donald Trump criticising Keir Starmer’s cautious stance. The dispute has sparked debate over the future of the “special relationship”.

Lost in transit: Indian founders and investors chart alternate routes home as West Asia tensions disrupt flights

As air routes reopen in phases amid regional tensions, startup founders and investors stuck in Dubai and nearby hubs weigh Oman road exits, delayed travel plans and a cautious wait-and-watch approach, even as business operations continue remotely.

OPINION | Tariff reforms propel India’s alco-bev global ambitions

India’s alco-bev sector enters a pivotal phase. It leverages trade reforms and rising premium demand. Stronger export capabilities enhance competitiveness in domestic and global markets

OPINION | Andrew’s arrest in UK triggers constitutional test for Crown and State

Two senior establishment figures face misconduct investigations placing the monarchy under intense scrutiny. As legal and political pressure grows the crisis tests whether even royalty stands above the law 

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.