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Pakistan summoned Britain’s deputy high commissioner after a video from an Imran Khan support rally in England appeared to threaten army chief Asim Munir, prompting calls for a UK investigation.

‘No permission, no travel’: UK to enforce electronic travel authorisation (ETA) from February 2026 – What travellers need to know

From February 2026, travellers to the UK will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). Find out who needs it, how to apply, costs, exemptions, and key rules.

UK to ban porn that depicts strangulation or suffocation

A new proposal targets violent sexual content online, with strict duties for platforms

Espionage, cyberwar and terror plots: MI5 warns UK facing record surge in threats from Russia, China, Iran

The MI5 chief accused Moscow, Tehran and Beijing of continuing to undermine the UK’s national security through espionage, cyberattacks and intimidation campaigns.

‘No West if this continues’: What Elon Musk's repeated warnings about population collapse really mean | Explained

Elon Musk's remarks, sometimes sparked by provocative or inflammatory clips, have amplified debate over whether population decline and migration could reshape Western societies.

85 authorities, countless victims, a disturbing pattern: Why UK struggles to act against 'Pakistani rape gangs'?

Lowe, who chaired the Rape Gang Inquiry, announced that gang-based child sexual exploitation has been identified in at least 85 local authorities, reigniting concerns about grooming gangs.

UK flights thrown into chaos by radar glitch: How a 20-minute fault caused days of disruption

While the issue was reportedly fixed within 20 minutes, passenger delays, grounded aircraft, and service interruptions are expected to ripple out for days.

United Kingdom News Highlights, 29 July 2025: RNLI releases footage of Channel rescue and defends its operations against criticism

Welcome to our live blog tracking the latest news and developments from the United Kingdom. Stay updated with real-time insights into the country's economy, politics, civic issues, and security situation. From political developments and economic trends to royal family updates and social movements, find comprehensive coverage of the events shaping the UK's landscape.

UK PM Keir Starmer calls India FTA the biggest trade deal since leaving the EU

The two Prime Ministers also launched 'Vision 2035' to form partnerships in defence, education, technology and people to people relations.

United Kingdom to lower voting age to 16 for general elections

The UK government will have to bring legislation before parliament, where it has a comfortable majority, to make the changes

Rare Mahatma Gandhi oil painting sold for Rs 1.7 crore in UK

It is not known yet who bought the painting and it's not clear whether it will be put on display.

‘One In, One Out’ migrant deal explained: How UK and France plan to tackle channel crossings

The new migration pact aims to detail illegal crossing from France to the UK by establishing a reciprocal mechanism.

Makers of wind turbines, solar modules eye a slice of UK's $20 billion clean energy market 

India and the UK are also going to collaborate on round-the-clock power supply technologies, industrial decarbonisation, and offshore wind supply chains and financing models, senior government officials told Moneycontrol.

Diplomatic fault lines: As tensions rise, who's supporting India and who's backing Pakistan, and why?

India’s global stature—driven by its economy, military modernization, and diplomatic assertiveness—has altered the traditional India-Pakistan equation.

India-UK FTA done and dusted but bilateral investment treaty still pending

Talks on BIT are on but inclusion of taxation is a contentious issue. Officials are hopeful of sealing the deal this year

UK and allies plan secret defence fund to bypass EU rules and rearm faster amid US retreat

The UK and northern European allies are secretly planning a defence fund to bypass EU rules and public debt limits, aiming to rearm quickly amid fears of US withdrawal and Russian aggression.

India exporting rail coaches, other equipment to Europe, Australia and Saudi Arabia: Ashwini Vaishnaw

At the end of FY25, the railways is expected to rank among the top three freight carriers globally, moving 1.6 billion tons of cargo

'Britain stands with Ukraine': Zelenskyy gets warm welcome by UK PM day after blowup with Trump

Ukraine and the UK also signed a $2.84 billion loan agreement to support Ukraine's defence capabilities, to be paid back with the profits of immobilised sovereign Russian assets.

Indian employee of UK firm gets 15-day holiday for Christmas, New Year. Post sparks debate on work culture

An Indian employee working for a UK-based company revealed that his organisation had declared a 15-day holiday to celebrate Christmas and New Year. Vivek Panchal, who shared the details on X (formerly Twitter), posted a screenshot of a message from a colleague informing him about the company-wide holiday until January 6.

UK celebrates Diwali with hope for ‘magic moment’ to light candle on India FTA

The UK is very keen to clinch the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India and is building towards that magic moment, Britain’s minister in charge of the Indo-Pacific said during a special Diwali reception in London.

UK hands over sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius in deal to secure US base

The agreement will have to be signed off in a treaty and is dependent on legal processes being finalized.

Owner of world's most 'haunted doll' claims it has attacked 17 men. Full story

Lee Steer, 37, a paranormal investigator and the owner of the museum, purchased the doll for £866 on eBay after learning of its purported hostility towards men. Steer himself became a victim of the doll's alleged malevolence.

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clash over credibility, migration & transgender rights at final debate

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer went head-to-head on Wednesday (June 26) in their last debate before the election next week, with both launching highly personal attacks over their and their parties' credibility.

Under pressure, Britain's Sunak unveils party election manifesto

With his governing party well behind in the opinion polls just weeks before the national election, Sunak will again try to convince voters that he has a bold plan to cut taxes, boost the economy and curb migration.

UK brewery selling 'Osama Bin Lager' forced to shut website as beer goes viral

Described as the brewery's 'most popular production,' 'Osama Bin Lager' boasts a light, citrus-infused flavour that has beer enthusiasts buzzing with excitement.