The United Kingdom has officially banned the activist group Palestine Action, declaring it a terrorist organization under the Terrorism Act 2000. This means any person supporting, promoting, or joining the group could face up to 14 years in prison, along with possible financial penalties. The decision follows a high-profile incident where Palestine Action claimed responsibility […]
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UK imposes fresh sanctions on Russia to curb war funding
The United Kingdom has announced new sanctions on Russia in response to its ongoing war in Ukraine. On Tuesday, the British government listed fresh measures targeting four individuals, six companies, and 20 ships. These include oil tankers, marine firms, and electronics suppliers supporting Russia’s war efforts. Prime Minister Keir Starmer will detail the sanctions during […]
After UN push, Pakistani delegation reaches UK to continue peace campaign
A Pakistani delegation, led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has reached the United Kingdom after completing its official visit to the United States. During the US tour, the team attended a United Nations meeting and engaged with world leaders and members of the US Congress. Their key message was promoting peace in South Asia and raising […]
Jeddah welcomes first UK hajj flight with 142 pilgrims
The first Hajj flight from the United Kingdom touched down at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on Saturday, May 24, 2025, carrying 142 pilgrims. The arrival marked the official commencement of Hajj operations for British pilgrims this year. Upon arrival, the pilgrims were greeted warmly by the British Consul General, along with senior officials […]
Pakistanis now top UK asylum list as applications hit record high
Pakistanis have become the largest group of asylum seekers in the United Kingdom, according to fresh figures from the UK Home Office released on Thursday. The data shows that 11,048 Pakistani nationals applied for asylum in the year ending March 2025, making up 10.1% of total applications. This marks a 17% increase compared to […]
Pakistan launches old investment drive in UK to attract global capital
Pakistan has kicked off a major investment campaign in the United Kingdom to draw foreign capital and strengthen its economy. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Adviser to the Prime Minister on Privatisation, Muhammad Ali, are in London on a two-day official visit. Their mission is to present Pakistan’s investment potential to global financial leaders and […]
UK’s Nigel Farage demands a seat at Brexit talks
Nigel Farage demanded a seat at Brexit negotiations on Monday after his new party swept to victory in the United Kingdom’s European Parliament election, warning that he would turn British politics upside down if denied. Farage, a bombastic 55-year-old commodities broker-turned anti-establishment supremo, won by riding a wave of anger at the failure of Prime […]
Anil Kapoor to grace Europe Day celebrations as chief guest
Actor and producer Anil Kapoor will be felicitated by the Council of European Chambers of Commerce in India and a European Union (EU) delegation as part of the Europe Day celebrations tomorrow (Friday), an official spokesperson said. The actor will be the chief guest for the celebrations, which will also be attended by EU Ambassador […]
‘Captain Marvel’ — a plot greatly similar to that of other superhero films
Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, ‘Captain Marvel’ is the 21st film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Based on Marvel Comics, Captain Marvel is an American superhero film. It is a 2 hour 3 minutes long film. Released on the February 27, 2019 in the United Kingdom (London) […]
Pak, US officials discuss Afghan peace process
Pakistani and the United States (US) officials held delegation-level talks on the Afghan peace process in Islamabad on Monday, Radio Pakistan reported. US Special Representative for Afghan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Alice Wells arrived in the capital on Monday for a meeting with the […]