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The UK will take a closer look at the sale of the Telegraph to Gulf investors.

The ex-health secretary also said a "toxic culture", driven by Dominic Cummings, hindered the Covid response.

The opt-out tests help with earlier diagnoses and treatment, the health secretary says.

Ministers say the ban will be added to the law at a later stage, raising doubts about its inclusion.

But the minister apologises for the government's "errors" during the pandemic at the Covid inquiry.

The government announces plans to introduce minimum service levels in schools from next year.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who wants the Parthenon Sculptures returned, is "disappointed" the meeting has been called off.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis says he is "disappointed" the meeting has been called off.

Home secretary admits using "inappropriate language" to describe Labour MP - but not Stockton North.

Senior Conservative sources say he told them he had been approached by Reform UK.

The party says its proposals, including raising salary thresholds for foreign workers, would cut migration.

In his first full interview as foreign secretary, he says the government's stance is "hard-headed".

The immigration minister's ideas are not yet government policy, but are being discussed at No 10.

Ex-home secretary says government must "act now", after last year's net migration was estimated at 745,000.

James Cleverly says he used a swearword to refer to a Labour MP, not to describe Stockton North.

The business secretary tells the Covid inquiry some minority groups did not trust the government.

The UK foreign secretary offers Israel support, but also calls for civilian casualties to be minimised.

The chancellor outlines plans to force more benefits claimants to find work in his Autumn Statement.

Local MP Alex Cunningham alleges the swear word was used during Prime Minister's Questions.

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says tax cuts will boost growth - but official forecasts paint a gloomy picture.

National Insurance cuts are set to be among plans Jeremy Hunt hopes will boost the economy.

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to unveil the government's tax and spending plans.

It came as Labour backed an SNP ceasefire motion, despite Sir Keir Starmer arguing for humanitarian pauses.

Sir Patrick criticises Boris Johnson for being weak and indecisive in autumn 2020, in diary entries.

He calls himself a "hero to some, a villain to others", but who is the politician turned pundit?

Less than a quarter of people questioned thought their high street was improving, research finds.

His remarks come amid questions about the timeframe for the Rwanda plan, which has been ruled unlawful.

The Labour leader says there is "absolute unity" in his party on helping Gazans, despite the revolt.

More than 50 Labour MPs defy Sir Keir to vote for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.

More than 50 Labour MPs defy Sir Keir to vote for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.

It follows a Supreme Court ruling that a policy to send illegal migrants to Rwanda was unlawful.

More than 50 Labour MPs defy Sir Keir to vote for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.

It follows a Supreme Court ruling that a policy to send illegal migrants to Rwanda was unlawful.

A number of Labour MPs are expected to defy their party leader over the issue in a Commons vote.

It follows a Supreme Court ruling that a policy to send illegal migrants to Rwanda was unlawful.

The former home secretary tells Rishi Sunak his "plan is not working", as she accuses him of not keeping promises.

Talk of getting the former prime minister on board intensified after Conservative party conference.

The new foreign secretary says Rishi Sunak has a "difficult job" after his comeback in a reshuffle.

A rundown of the people in Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's cabinet, with new faces, as well as those who have changed roles.

The former PM has become foreign secretary via the House of Lords, raising concerns over scrutiny.

Counter-protesters made up the "vast majority" of arrests as 300,000 marched calling for a Gaza ceasefire.

The Met Police sets out how it will handle demonstrations taking place in London on Armistice Day.

The PM faces calls to sack the home secretary over accusations she is trying to "end" police independence.

Michael Matheson racked up an £11,000 roaming bill on his parliamentary iPad during a holiday to Morocco.

Vinod Verma, the political advisor to the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, has demanded an apology from BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh and two party spokespersons for baseless allegations related to the Mahadev Book online betting scandal. Verma stated that the accusations were an attempt to tarnish his reputation and called for an apology. He highlighted the evidence gathered by the Chhattisgarh police in the investigation, which has led to arrests and the seizure of assets. Vinod Verma, the political advisor to the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, has demanded an apology from BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh and two party spokespersons for baseless allegations related to the Mahadev Book online betting scandal. Verma stated that the accusations were an attempt to tarnish his reputation and called for an apology. He highlighted the evidence gathered by the Chhattisgarh police in the investigation, which has led to arrests and the seizure of assets.

Flying Wedge Defense and Aerospace has become the first entity to secure DGCA Type Certification for indigenous Unmanned Aircraft technology in India. This certification is necessary for any drone, aircraft, or aeroplane to operate in the country. While other companies have obtained certification through Transfer of Technology agreements with Chinese companies, Flying Wedge has achieved it through truly indigenous technology. The company aims to promote self-reliance, innovation, and advancement of India's aerospace industry. Flying Wedge Defense and Aerospace has become the first entity to secure DGCA Type Certification for indigenous Unmanned Aircraft technology in India. This certification is necessary for any drone, aircraft, or aeroplane to operate in the country. While other companies have obtained certification through Transfer of Technology agreements with Chinese companies, Flying Wedge has achieved it through truly indigenous technology. The company aims to promote self-r...

India is expected to be added to the UK's list of "safe states", which would prevent those who illegally travel from seeking asylum in Britain. The draft legislation presented in the House of Commons includes India and Georgia as countries to be added to the list. The move aims to strengthen the UK's immigration system and deter unfounded protection claims. The proposal will undergo parliamentary scrutiny before it is implemented. PM Sunak had made stopping of small boats of asylum seekers from landing on the country's shores one of the five key priorities of his leadership. India is expected to be added to the UK's list of "safe states", which would prevent those who illegally travel from seeking asylum in Britain. The draft legislation presented in the House of Commons includes India and Georgia as countries to be added to the list. The move aims to strengthen the UK's immigration system and deter unfounded protection claims. The proposal will ...

Kailash Vijayvargiya, the National General Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a candidate for the upcoming Madhya Pradesh assembly polls, criticized the Congress party for its caste-based census, accusing them of following the British policy of divide and rule. He urged the Congress not to divide society based on caste and instead work for the welfare of the poor. Vijayvargiya also took jibes at Congress leaders Kamal Nath, Priyanka Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi, claiming that the Congress party's credibility has been destroyed. Kailash Vijayvargiya, the National General Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a candidate for the upcoming Madhya Pradesh assembly polls, criticized the Congress party for its caste-based census, accusing them of following the British policy of divide and rule. He urged the Congress not to divide society based on caste and instead work for the welfare of the poor. Vijayvargiya also took jibes at Congress leaders Kamal Nath, Priyanka Gandhi,...

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has accused a media channel, majority-owned by the Adani group, of breaching Parliament rules by accessing a draft report on her alleged unethical conduct a day before it was to be presented to the Ethics Committee. Moitra has raised serious issues of corporate fraud and breach of regulations against the Adani group. She criticized the Speaker's inaction and lack of response to her previous complaint, stating that there is a breakdown of due process and rules in the Lok Sabha. Meanwhile, Moitra received support from her party leader, Abhishek Banerjee. Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has accused a media channel, majority-owned by the Adani group, of breaching Parliament rules by accessing a draft report on her alleged unethical conduct a day before it was to be presented to the Ethics Committee. Moitra has raised serious issues of corporate fraud and breach of regulations against the Adani group. She criticized the Speaker's inaction and la...

InterGlobe Enterprises, the parent company of IndiGo, plans to launch an all-electric taxi air service in India in partnership with Archer, a US-based eVTOL aircraft-maker. The service aims to improve urban mobility by providing a low-noise, sustainable, and cost-competitive alternative to ground transportation. The companies also plan to explore other use cases for electric aircraft, including cargo, logistics, and emergency services. The goal is to reduce urban congestion in India's largest cities and provide efficient transportation solutions for the growing population. InterGlobe Enterprises, the parent company of IndiGo, plans to launch an all-electric taxi air service in India in partnership with Archer, a US-based eVTOL aircraft-maker. The service aims to improve urban mobility by providing a low-noise, sustainable, and cost-competitive alternative to ground transportation. The companies also plan to explore other use cases for electric aircraft, including cargo, logistics, ...

"Raksha Mantri, Rajnath Singh, has directed the MoD to release the third instalment of OROP payment for the defence pensioners drawing pensions through the SPARSH System before Diwali. The banks and other agencies have also been directed to do the same for all defence pensioners drawing pensions through them," posted the Defence Minister's Office on X. "Raksha Mantri, Rajnath Singh, has directed the MoD to release the third instalment of OROP payment for the defence pensioners drawing pensions through the SPARSH System before Diwali. The banks and other agencies have also been directed to do the same for all defence pensioners drawing pensions through them," posted the Defence Minister's Office on X.

India's universities have surged ahead of their Chinese counterparts, securing higher positions in the rankings, marking a significant milestone in the region's academic landscape India's universities have surged ahead of their Chinese counterparts, securing higher positions in the rankings, marking a significant milestone in the region's academic landscape

The Supreme Court on Thursday granted protection to Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala from a Non-Bailable Warrant issued by the MP/MLA court of Varanasi in connection with a 23-year-old criminal case. A bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud asked Surjewala to approach the court of special judge (MP/MLA) Varanasi for cancellation of the NBW within five weeks. "The warrant shall not be executed in the meantime for a period up to five weeks," said the bench also comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra. The Supreme Court on Thursday granted protection to Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala from a Non-Bailable Warrant issued by the MP/MLA court of Varanasi in connection with a 23-year-old criminal case. A bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud asked Surjewala to approach the court of special judge (MP/MLA) Varanasi for cancellation of the NBW within five weeks. "The warrant shall not be executed in the meantime for a period up to five weeks...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be attending the 62nd Foundation Day Parade Ceremony of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) as the chief guest. The ITBP is responsible for guarding the India-China border and is tasked with various functions such as vigilance, prevention of border violations, and checking illegal immigration and smuggling. The force is also deployed to restore order in case of disturbances and provides security to sensitive installations and important individuals. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be attending the 62nd Foundation Day Parade Ceremony of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) as the chief guest. The ITBP is responsible for guarding the India-China border and is tasked with various functions such as vigilance, prevention of border violations, and checking illegal immigration and smuggling. The force is also deployed to restore order in case of disturbances and provides security to sensitive installations and important individuals.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party during a rally in Madhya Pradesh. He accused the party of bringing destruction when in power and lacking a development roadmap for the state. Modi urged voters to support the BJP, warning that a vote for Congress would halt free ration and health treatment. He highlighted the BJP's achievements, including the construction of four crore houses, and vowed to extend the scheme of free ration. Madhya Pradesh is set for polls on November 17.Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party during a rally in Madhya Pradesh. He accused the party of bringing destruction when in power and lacking a development roadmap for the state. Modi urged voters to support the BJP, warning that a vote for Congress would halt free ration and health treatment. He highlighted the BJP's achievements, including the construction of four crore houses, and vowed to extend the scheme of free ration. Mad...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has stated that the Indian government will maintain a zero-tolerance stance towards illegal immigration. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) recently conducted raids across ten states, resulting in the arrest of 44 individuals involved in human trafficking. The NIA coordinated with the Border Security Force and state police forces to dismantle networks aiding the infiltration and settlement of illegal migrants along the Indo-Bangladesh border. The arrests were made in Tripura, Karnataka, Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Telangana, and Haryana. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has stated that the Indian government will maintain a zero-tolerance stance towards illegal immigration. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) recently conducted raids across ten states, resulting in the arrest of 44 individuals involved in human trafficking. The NIA coordinated with the Border Security Force and state police forces to dismantle networks aiding the infil...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on the state's foundation day. He praised the Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami-led government for making progress in the development and welfare of the state. Uttarakhand, known for its natural beauty and spirituality, is celebrating its 23rd foundation day. Various programs are being organized to mark the occasion, with President Droupadi Murmu attending the main event in Dehradun. The state aims to make Uttarakhand strong by 2025, but socio-economic inequality remains a challenge. Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on the state's foundation day. He praised the Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami-led government for making progress in the development and welfare of the state. Uttarakhand, known for its natural beauty and spirituality, is celebrating its 23rd foundation day. Various programs are being organized to mark the occasion, with President Droupadi Mu...

Income Tax officials conducted raids on the residence of Congress leader Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy in Telangana's Khammam district ahead of the upcoming assembly polls. Reddy, a former member of the Lok Sabha, recently joined Congress from BRS. Meanwhile, Congress leader Mohammed Azharuddin stated that there is a Congress wave in Telangana and that BJP has no real impact in the state. The elections in Telangana will take place on November 30. In the previous Assembly election, TRS won 88 of the 119 seats, while the Congress won only 19 seats. Income Tax officials conducted raids on the residence of Congress leader Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy in Telangana's Khammam district ahead of the upcoming assembly polls. Reddy, a former member of the Lok Sabha, recently joined Congress from BRS. Meanwhile, Congress leader Mohammed Azharuddin stated that there is a Congress wave in Telangana and that BJP has no real impact in the state. The elections in Telangana will take place on November 30...

The High Court of Jharkhand has given the state government time to challenge its order in the Supreme Court regarding the return of money to investors by chit fund companies. A PIL was filed seeking the High Court's direction to ensure the return of funds. The court had ordered the government to appoint a committee to oversee the procedure for the return of funds. The government intends to challenge this order and the matter will be heard again on December 6. The High Court of Jharkhand has given the state government time to challenge its order in the Supreme Court regarding the return of money to investors by chit fund companies. A PIL was filed seeking the High Court's direction to ensure the return of funds. The court had ordered the government to appoint a committee to oversee the procedure for the return of funds. The government intends to challenge this order and the matter will be heard again on December 6.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the people of Uttarakhand on the state's formation day and said its contribution is invaluable in enriching Indian culture and traditions. Lauding the 'devbhoomi', as Uttarakhand is often called due to the presence of many holy places there, Modi said the people of the state, which is known for its nature tourism, are very brave as well as extremely hardworking. Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on this day in 2000 under the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government at the Centre. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the people of Uttarakhand on the state's formation day and said its contribution is invaluable in enriching Indian culture and traditions. Lauding the 'devbhoomi', as Uttarakhand is often called due to the presence of many holy places there, Modi said the people of the state, which is known for its nature tourism, are very brave as well as extremely hardworking. Uttarakhand was carved out ...

Delhi Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, has called for a meeting with all ministers to discuss the ongoing air pollution crisis in the capital city. The air quality in Delhi is currently in the 'severe' category, with a slight improvement expected before Diwali. Surrounding areas such as Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Noida, Greater Noida, and Faridabad also reported very poor air quality. A change in wind direction is expected to reduce the impact of stubble burning, but slow wind speed may counteract this. Higher wind speeds are anticipated after November 11, which should help disperse pollutants. Delhi Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, has called for a meeting with all ministers to discuss the ongoing air pollution crisis in the capital city. The air quality in Delhi is currently in the 'severe' category, with a slight improvement expected before Diwali. Surrounding areas such as Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Noida, Greater Noida, and Faridabad also reported very poor air quality. A chan...

India, which remains a strategic partner for the US, is free to decide on its stance on any particular crisis or contingency around the world, including in the Middle East, the White House has said. The remarks by John Kirby, Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council in the White House, came in response to a question if the US sees any role for India in resolving the Middle East crisis given that New Delhi has good relations with both Israel and Palestine. India, which remains a strategic partner for the US, is free to decide on its stance on any particular crisis or contingency around the world, including in the Middle East, the White House has said. The remarks by John Kirby, Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council in the White House, came in response to a question if the US sees any role for India in resolving the Middle East crisis given that New Delhi has good relations with both Israel and Palestine.