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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.

Fin Whale's skull unearthed by UK scientists for further study

Scientists recover a massive fin whale skull in Cornwall. The specimen supports whale research and may serve as a local community memorial.

Video of man dipping feet in UK's Thames is viral: 'Why are Indians doing this?'

Social media divided as experts warn Thames water is unsafe for bathing, citing high E. coli levels.

China's 'cryptoqueen' jailed in UK over $6.6 billion Bitcoin scam

Police said the investigation into Zhimin Qian, 47, led to officers recovering devices holding 61,000 Bitcoin in the largest cryptocurrency seizure in the U.K.

UK train stabbing: Accused charged with 11 counts of attempted murder

Eleven people were injured in the mass stabbing on the London-bound train, including a member of the train crew hurt while trying to stop the attack, who was still in hospital on Monday, in a critical but stable condition.

Indian-origin woman sexually assaulted in Walsall, UK cops call it ‘racially aggravated’ attack

A 20-year-old Indian-origin woman was sexually assaulted in Walsall, UK, in what police have described as a “racially aggravated” attack. Authorities released CCTV footage and urged public assistance to identify the suspect.

Pakistani grooming gang preyed on vulnerable girls and ‘passed them around for sex’ in UK, court told

The case, currently before Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court, involves members of a Pakistani grooming gang, highlighting a pattern of exploitation that has long troubled parts of Greater Manchester.

Legal loophole sinks Britain’s flagship China spy case

A missing “enemy” designation under the UK Official Secrets Act has forced prosecutors to abandon a landmark China espionage case, igniting a Westminster blame game.

India-UK ties post FTA

From strengthening India-UK business relations to the anti- immigrant protests in London, Deputy Mayor ( Business) Howard Dawber discusses the future of India-UK relations

India-UK trade ministers discuss roadmap to implement historic free trade agreement

Speaking to business delegates in Mumbai, British PM Keir Starmer said he wants the India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) implemented “as soon as humanly possible."

Piyush Goyal, UK's Peter Kyle hold bilateral meeting to fast-track CETA implementation, double trade by 2030

Piyush Goyal, Peter Kyle reaffirmed their shared ambition to double bilateral trade by 2030, leveraging the complementarities between the two economies in areas such as advanced manufacturing, digital trade, clean energy, and services.

New Covid variant 'Stratus' on rise in US, UK: What are the symptoms?

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has designated the XFG as a “variant under monitoring” and has said the additional public health risk posed by XFG is evaluated as low at the global level.

London drops out of top 20 IPO markets after falling behind Mexico

As recently as 2013, UK IPOs accounted for more than half of the European fundraising total. That share has dwindled to 3% this year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.

Large reactors likely to drive India’s nuclear power plan despite buzz around SMRs

About 80 GW of the 100 GW target will be executed by NPCIL and NTPC through larger projects. The remaining 20 GW will be open to the private sector and mostly be executed through small module reactors, government officials have told Moneycontrol

India may offer import duty concessions on high-end cars to the EU

India's offer to the EU will be on similar lines to the one sealed between India and the United Kingdom (UK), subject to further negotiations, said a government official privy to the matter.