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”Taking a lead...": UK Parliamentarians laud India's rise, PM Modi's leadership

Indian Minorities Foundation in London organised 'Namaste London: Resurgence of a New India' to celebrate achievements of India under the leadership of PM Modi. The event not only acknowledged India's progress but also honoured significant contributions of Indian Diaspora to both their host and home countries. The event, attended by cross-party UK parliamentarians and diaspora leaders, included the UK launch of 'Igniting Collective Goodness: Mann Ki Baat@100'. Additionally, the book 'Heartfelt: The Legacy of Faith - Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sikhs' was unveiled, showcasing diverse dimensions of India's cultural tapestry. UK parliamentarians came together to heap praises on PM Modi, and also shared admiring words for their Indian friends. Meanwhile, Member of Parliament from Sutton and Cheam, Paul Stuart Scully, expressed his pride in relationship between UK and Indian families and communities. Commenting on woman empowerment in India under PM Modi's leadership, Baroness Manzila Pola Uddin, a member of House of Lords for 25 years, lauded ‘Women Reservation Bill 2023’. #london  #ukraine  #pmmodi  #mannkibaat

15 December,2023 05:31 PM IST
Kashmir issue: “Gussa hona hai to Nehru ji par ho…”Amit Shah takes aim

Kashmir issue: “Gussa hona hai to Nehru ji par ho…”Amit Shah takes aim

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on December 06 narrated the first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru’s letter to United Nations over the Kashmir issue. The context of the letter is rooted in the aftermath of the Partition of British India in 1947, which led to the creation of India and Pakistan as independent nations. The princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which had a majority Muslim population but a Hindu ruler, became a point of contention between the two newly formed countries. Over the years, the Kashmir issue has remained a longstanding and contentious matter between India and Pakistan, with both countries holding different perspectives on the region's status.

08 December,2023 01:05 PM IST | Mumbai
British composer Sam Slater on composing music for 'The Railway Men'

British composer Sam Slater on composing music for 'The Railway Men'

Sam Slater chats with mid-day about the music he composed for The Railway Men, his love for Sikkim’s tomato curry, and how honesty defines his compositions. Slater is known for his background scores in the OTT show Chernobyl and the movie Joker.Ask British composer Sam Slater what composing music for a film or series involves and he introduces us to the concept of a sound world. Slater, a two-time Grammy award winner who’s known for his background scores in the documentary Chernobyl and the movie Joker, says that coming up with a musical theme for a series involves “staying true to its history”.

26 November,2023 01:38 PM IST
UK PM Rishi Sunak attends Ram Katha in Cambridge University 'as a Hindu'

UK PM Rishi Sunak attends Ram Katha in Cambridge University 'as a Hindu'

Attending a Ram Katha at Cambridge University on Indian Independence Day, Rishi Sunak proclaimed that he was there "not as a Prime Minister but as a Hindu". Mr. Sunak said, "It is truly an honour and pleasure to be here today at Morari Bapu's Ram Kahtha at the University of Cambridge on Indian Independence Day. Bapu, I am here today not as a Prime Minister but as a Hindu." Mr Sunak was born and raised in Southampton. His appointment as UK's first prime minister of colour has been cheered by Indians who still consider him a son of the soil. Sunak said that his Hindu faith guides him in every aspect of his life and gives him the courage to do the best as the Prime Minister of Britain. Mr Sunak reflected upon his childhood years in Southampton where he often visited his neighbourhood temple with family. He concluded his address with the words 'Jai Siya Ram' and went on to participate in an aarti on stage, with Morari Bapu invoking the blessings of Lord Hanuman.

16 August,2023 05:55 PM IST | Mumbai
G7 Summit: Macron, Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

G7 Summit: Macron, Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The 49th G7 Summit is taking place under the Japanese Presidency. Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK and United States are the 7 members of the International group. The leaders from the member nations have arrived in Japan. UK PM Rishi Sunak with his wife Akshata Murty & French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to pay tribute to the victims of the nuclear attack. 

19 May,2023 12:38 PM IST
“You Weren’t Nice…”: EAM Jaishankar Takes ‘RRR’ Jibe At British Era

“You Weren’t Nice…”: EAM Jaishankar Takes ‘RRR’ Jibe At British Era

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar hurled a humorous jibe at British era in front of ex-UK PM Tony Blair. During discussion at Raisina Dialogue, Jaishankar reminded Blair of colonial era by citing blockbuster ‘RRR’. During the humorous conversation, cricketer Kevin Pietersen steered clear by switching sides.

04 March,2023 10:46 PM IST | Mumbai
“India Wasn’t A Big Economy…” Rahul Gandhi Takes On S Jaishankar Over His Remark

“India Wasn’t A Big Economy…” Rahul Gandhi Takes On S Jaishankar Over His Remark

Reacting to the External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar’s remark, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on February 26 said that India wasn’t a big economy when it was fighting with the Britishers. He said, “EAM said in an interview that India has a smaller economy than China, so how can we fight them? Was our economy very big when we were fighting with the Britishers.”

26 February,2023 09:33 PM IST | Mumbai
 G20 Summit: Pm Modi, Joe Biden Share A Few Light Moments At G20 Summit In Bali

G20 Summit: Pm Modi, Joe Biden Share A Few Light Moments At G20 Summit In Bali

G20 Summit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Bali on Monday to attend the G20 Summit, will also participate in bilateral meetings with key world leaders on the sidelines of the annual conference of the world's major economies.

15 November,2022 02:39 PM IST
UK PM Rishi Sunak Faces Opposition Questions In Parliament

UK PM Rishi Sunak Faces Opposition Questions In Parliament

On October 26, Rishi Sunak faced opposition in Parliament on his first day as British Prime Minister. On October 26, Sunak faced the opposition for the first time as leader after holding his first meeting of his new Cabinet. There is still work to be done by the UK Government to restore the country's economic stability. In Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQ) today, Sunak was asked about his plans to improve the economic situation.

27 October,2022 07:39 PM IST | United Kingdom
Queen Elizabeth II’s secret letter to Australia

Queen Elizabeth II’s secret letter to Australia

Do you Know? Queen Elizabeth II wrote a secret letter that can't be opened for 63 years. It's kept on a vault in Sydney The letter was written by her in November 1986. The letter is hidden inside a glass case in a secure location. It can't be opened until 2085 since it's hidden behind a glass case in a secure location. Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia 16 times during her reign as head of state.

13 September,2022 10:42 PM IST | Mumbai

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