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As UK heads for recession, here's who could control finances in new govt

With the Bank of England predicting inflation topping 13% in the fall and a recession lasting through 2023, the next incumbent of 11 Downing Street will be under immediate pressure

As UK heads for recession, here's who could control finances in new govt
Updated On : 12 Aug 2022 | 10:32 AM IST

UK industries and households brace for blackouts, gas shortage in January

Under the government's latest "reasonable worst-case scenario," Britain could face an electricity capacity shortfall totaling about a sixth of peak demand

UK industries and households brace for blackouts, gas shortage in January
Updated On : 10 Aug 2022 | 9:59 PM IST

Rishi Sunak promises more support in UK energy crisis if elected as UK PM

The 42-year-old Indian-origin finalist in the Conservative Party leadership election pledged government "efficiency savings" to fund the support, while limiting borrowing.

Rishi Sunak promises more support in UK energy crisis if elected as UK PM
Updated On : 09 Aug 2022 | 11:08 PM IST

UK heading for recession on BOE view even with Liz Truss tax cuts

Tory leadership favourite has pledged $47-bn tax giveaways

UK heading for recession on BOE view even with Liz Truss tax cuts
Updated On : 09 Aug 2022 | 10:49 PM IST

UK PM race: Rishi Sunak, Liz Truss feel heat over cost-of-living crisis

While Truss has pledged immediate tax cuts if elected, Sunak has promised more targeted support for the most vulnerable households and tax cuts further down the line.

UK PM race: Rishi Sunak, Liz Truss feel heat over cost-of-living crisis
Updated On : 08 Aug 2022 | 6:56 PM IST

London or Londongrad? What makes the UK a hub for global 'dirty money'

According to reports, the 'questionable funds' in the UK amount to over $125 billion every year. What makes London a hub for money laundering? Find out here

London or Londongrad? What makes the UK a hub for global 'dirty money'
Updated On : 08 Aug 2022 | 4:59 PM IST

Britain's West Midlands lobbying M&M to open motorcycle factory in the area

Midlands region is home to more than 400 specialist firms including Aston Martin Lagonda and India-owned Jaguar Land Rover

Britain's West Midlands lobbying M&M to open motorcycle factory in the area
Updated On : 06 Aug 2022 | 12:41 PM IST

CWG Day 8: Medal rush in wrestling; men's fours lawn bowls team makes final

It was a spectacular day for India in wrestling as they won medals including three gold at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022

CWG Day 8: Medal rush in wrestling; men's fours lawn bowls team makes final
Updated On : 06 Aug 2022 | 9:01 AM IST

Rishi Sunak under fire over boast he moved funding from deprived UK areas

Rishi Sunak's campaign spent Friday on the back foot as he faced widespread criticism over his remarks about reversing government funding for deprived urban areas

Rishi Sunak under fire over boast he moved funding from deprived UK areas
Updated On : 06 Aug 2022 | 8:19 AM IST

PM Modi congratulates Indian wrestlers on gold medal wins at CWG 2022

PM Modi congratulated star Indian wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Deepak Punia and Sakshi Malik for winning the gold medal in their respective categories at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

PM Modi congratulates Indian wrestlers on gold medal wins at CWG 2022
Updated On : 06 Aug 2022 | 7:46 AM IST

CWG Day 7 Highlights: Sudhir, Sreeshankar win medals; Hima Das in semis

On the seventh day of CWG 2022, Murali Sreeshankar clinched the silver medal in the Men's Long Jump final, becoming the first Indian male athlete to bring home a medal in the category

CWG Day 7 Highlights: Sudhir, Sreeshankar win medals; Hima Das in semis
Updated On : 05 Aug 2022 | 9:23 AM IST

48 vs 43: Race to 10 Downing Street now closer than thought, poll says

Liz Truss is backed by 48% of Conservatives compared with former FM Sunak's 43%, according to a new poll; voting delayed after hacking alert

48 vs 43: Race to 10 Downing Street now closer than thought, poll says
Updated On : 03 Aug 2022 | 10:08 PM IST

UK already in recession as cost of living crisis hits household incomes

The UK economy is already in recession as the cost of living crisis has devastating consequences for household incomes, a leading think tank has concluded

UK already in recession as cost of living crisis hits household incomes
Updated On : 03 Aug 2022 | 8:22 AM IST

Commonwealth Games: Brands cheer as spotlight turns to non-cricket stars

Reliance, JSW, and Adani are among a growing list of names backing the contingent at Birmingham; some sponsorships will extend into Asian Games and Paris Olympics 2024

Commonwealth Games: Brands cheer as spotlight turns to non-cricket stars
Updated On : 02 Aug 2022 | 10:12 PM IST

Energy bills in UK forecast to hit $4,401 amid cost-of-living crisis

Households across the UK have been warned they could face an annual energy bill in excess of 3,600 pounds ($4,401) this winter

Energy bills in UK forecast to hit $4,401 amid cost-of-living crisis
Updated On : 02 Aug 2022 | 1:37 PM IST

Our weightlifting contingent performed exceptionally well at CWG: PM

PM Modi congratulated weightlifter Harjinder Kaur for winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games and noted that the Indian weightlifting contingent has performed exceptionally well

Our weightlifting contingent performed exceptionally well at CWG: PM
Updated On : 02 Aug 2022 | 9:15 AM IST
Updated On : 01 Aug 2022 | 12:04 AM IST

UK braces for biggest hike in interest rates in 27 years: Report

Bank of England says prices may leap as much as 11% this year

UK braces for biggest hike in interest rates in 27 years: Report
Updated On : 31 Jul 2022 | 11:50 PM IST

CWG 2022 (Day 3): All eyes on cricket, weightlifting, badminton and TT

On Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham, all eyes will be on Indian women's cricket team which will take on arch-rivals Pakistan and other medal contenders across sports

CWG 2022 (Day 3): All eyes on cricket, weightlifting, badminton and TT
Updated On : 31 Jul 2022 | 8:53 AM IST

Vandana's brace hands India second consecutive win in CWG women's hockey

Vandana Katariya scored a brace as the Indian women's hockey team defeated Wales 3-1 to record its second successive win in Pool A at the Commonwealth Games

Vandana's brace hands India second consecutive win in CWG women's hockey
Updated On : 31 Jul 2022 | 7:26 AM IST