Rishi Sunak, Narendra Modi discuss UK-India FTA during their meeting at the sidelines of G20 Summit in New Delhi.
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UK government opening second visa ballot for young Indian professionals
The Indian-origin Rishi Sunak-led United Kingdom government announced it was opening its second ballot under the UK-India Young Professional Scheme for Indians aged between 18 and 30 years with graduate-level qualifications for visas to the UK.
Scotland Police looking into harassment claims against Sikh-origin comic
The Scotland police have said inquiries are ongoing related to harassment allegations from a number of women against a Scottish Sikh former BBC presenter and food writer.
Cross-party event to mark Indian independence held in UK Parliament complex
Members in the UK Parliament complex hosted a special celebration to mark the 76th year of India’s independence with cross-party support and the backing of the India (Trade and Investment) All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG).
British woman gets 7-year jail sentence in killing of Indian-origin woman
A 56-year-old British woman will serve seven years in jail for the manslaughter of an elderly Indian-origin patient while both were patients at a UK hospital.
Tunisian man admits to killing Indian-origin student in UK
A Tunisian man held for killing Indian-origin student Sabita Thanwani at her university accommodation in the Clerkenwell area of north London in March last year has pled guilty in court.
Indian-origin student in Cardiff jailed for carrying drunk woman to his flat, raping her
Preet Vikal, 20, an Indian student in the UK has been jailed for raping a drunk and semi-conscious woman he had met in a club last year.
Jaishankar discusses security of consulates, democratic responsibilities with UK Minister
India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar discussed the security of India’s diplomatic missions with visiting UK minister Lord Tariq Ahmad.
Tipu Sultan’s personal sword auctioned for record price of INR 140 crore
The bedchamber sword of Tipu Sultan, the 18th century ruler of Mysuru, sold for INR 140 crore (GBP 14 million pounds or USD 17.4 million) at an auction in London.
Setback for Indian students in UK as new policy restricts dependents’ visas
New restrictions to student visa routes in the United Kingdom will restrict the ability of international students, including Indians, to bring family members on all but post-graduate research routes with them.