On the occasion of Diwali 2024, UK PM Keir Starmer wished Rishi Sunak and everyone celebrating in the UK and around the world a joyful Diwali. The duo’s banter evoked laughter in the parliament and as the UK PM said , “Judging by the speed with which his party goes through leaders, he may be back here before too long, but in the meantime I'm sure he'll be a great champion for the people of Richmond.”
31 October,2024 12:36 PM IST
While India is yet to attain a permanent seat in the UNSC council, United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer on September 27 extended support to India as a permanent member of UN Security Council. Take a look at what he said.
27 September,2024 05:08 PM IST
The Indian Student at the University of Oxford, Lakshmi Balakrishnan levelled serious charges against the university on August 30. She alleged racial bias and serious harassment charges against the research university in England. She explained how her thesis on Shakespeare was outright rejected despite mentioning it during her application process.
31 August,2024 03:30 PM IST
Rishi Sunak delivered a powerful maiden speech as the leader of the opposition in the House of Commons on July 9. Sunak began his speech by congratulating newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his victory. He further said ‘sorry’ and apologised to his party members who were not re-elected. Sunak promised that his party would undertake their new role as the official opposition with professionalism, effectiveness, and humility. Addressing the parliament, Sunak said, “In our politics we can argue vigorously as I and Prime Minister did over the past six weeks but still respect each other. Whatever disputes we may have in the parliament I know that everyone in this house I know that everyone in this house will not lose sight of the fact that we are all motivated by our desire to serve our constituents, our country, and advance the principles that we honourably believe in."
12 July,2024 12:06 PM IST
As voting commenced in the UK's snap general elections on July 4, the Indian community residing in the country expressed confidence in the Labour Party's potential to end the Conservative Party's nearly 15-year rule. While acknowledging Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's commendable performance, they attributed the expected Conservative loss to challenges left by previous administrations. The elections spanned 650 constituencies across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, with the winning party requiring a minimum of 326 seats for its leader to become prime minister.
05 July,2024 11:36 AM IST
Amid the Israel-Iran conflict, tensions in the Middle East surged as Iran launched over 200 projectiles at Israel, purportedly in retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike on its consulate in Syria. Iran issued warnings of even stronger actions against Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel pledged both defensive and offensive responses, citing years of preparedness for direct Iranian aggression. Israel claimed to have successfully intercepted 99% of the 300 drones and missiles fired at them. Additionally, Israel urged the UN Security Council to promptly convene and designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak condemned the Iranian strike as a dangerous escalation and expressed intent to work with allies to de-escalate tensions, seeking meetings with G7 leaders. Amidst the deepening crisis in the Middle East, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other world leaders expressed solidarity with Israel. UN Chief António Guterres and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also condemned the attack. However, amid the Israel-Iran conflict, Iran later announced the conclusion of military operations against Israel, cautioning that US support for Israel could jeopardize American bases in the region, as reported by CNN.
24 April,2024 08:03 PM IST
The US and UK Armed Forces conducted strikes against 18 Houthi targets in Yemen. The attacks were backed by several Western nations including Australia, Canada, Denmark, New Zealand. The strikes targeted areas used by the Houthis to attack international merchant vessels and naval ships in the region. For months, Houthi attack have been disrupting aid bound for Yemen harming Middle Eastern economies. Meanwhile, Houthi military on February 25 said that they targeted an American oil tanker in Gulf of Aden. Houthi Military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said their navy targeted the US-flagged, owned commercial ship, MV Torm Thor. Britain also released a video of Typhoon fighter jets and Voyager tanker aircraft in operation for joint military action against Houthis. The US and Britain have re-designated the Houthis as a terrorist group, after they began targeting commercial vessels.
25 February,2024 05:00 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently Visited the United Kingdom where he even met the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Jaishankar even gifted a Virat Kohli Signed bat to the UK PM. Watch this video for all the highlights from EAM Jaishankar's Five day UK visit.
17 November,2023 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in UK attended the repatriation ceremony of Yogini Chamunda and Yogini Gomukhi, the 8th-century stolen temple idols from Uttar Pradesh's Lokhari, in London on November 16. Dr S Jaishankar is on a five-day visit to the UK where he met with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak with an aim to review various aspects of bilateral ties. India and the UK have a "growing bilateral partnership", the MEA stated in a release, noting that the two countries launched a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2021. India and the UK share a warm and thriving relationship. The India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership was launched in 2021 along with the India-UK Roadmap 2023. Significantly, India and the UK are negotiating a Free Trade Agreement. Talks for FTA between India and the UK started in 2022 and the 12th round of negotiations took place from August 8-31 this year.
16 November,2023 12:38 PM IST
EAM S Jaishankar called on UK PM Rishi Sunak, First Lady Akshata Murty at 10 Downing Street on November 12 on the occasion of Diwali 2023. S Jaishankar conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of Diwali. Jaishankar along with his wife, Kyoko Jaishankar met UK PM and presented a cricket bat signed by Indian batting great Virat Kohli. Taking to his official handle on X, EAM Jaishankar shared details about his meeting with the UK PM. India and UK are actively engaged in reframing the relationship for contemporary times. During his UK visit, EAM S Jaishankar celebrated Diwali by offering prayers at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in London. The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is Europe’s first authentic and traditionally built Hindu temple. The External Affairs Minister is currently on a 5-day official visit to the United Kingdom.
13 November,2023 05:00 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
