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Universal Credit, other state benefits to be credited early amid Good Friday, Easter Monday? Check details here
Both the DWP and the HMRC have confirmed that the payment of benefits under their respective administration will be credited earlier than usual if the payment date of a beneficiary clashes with the upcoming Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays.
India's trump card: Why the West hankers after Indian market
India's burgeoning consumer market, set to become the world's third-largest by 2026, is attracting Western nations eager for trade deals. A growing affluent class with rising disposable incomes fuels demand for premium goods. This positions India favorably in trade negotiations, leveraging its consumer base to secure access to global markets for its own exports, particularly in manufacturing and electric vehicles.
India offers UK an EV trade-off: Luxury imports for budget exports
India has proposed unlimited electric vehicle imports priced above GBP 80,000 from the UK to facilitate a free trade agreement. This is in exchange for a larger export quota of smaller EVs priced below GBP 40,000 from India to the UK. The proposal aims to benefit automakers in both countries and potentially influence trade discussions with the US.
British PM Keir Starmer visits Tata Motors JLR amid Trump's car tariff turmoil
Amid global trade tensions, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer addresses car industry concerns. He promises flexibility in electric vehicle mandates to support UK manufacturers like Jaguar Land Rover. Starmer also unveils a significant investment in the life sciences sector. The investment aims to boost medical research and improve patient care. The government plans to streamline access to NHS data.
Vijay Mallya claims banks have recovered Rs 14,131 crore in case, double debt he owed
Indian banks have recovered assets worth Rs 14,131.6 crore linked to Vijay Mallya, surpassing the Debt Recovery Tribunal's 2017 award. Mallya points to the Finance Ministry's Annual Report and mentions using this recovery evidence in his UK bankruptcy annulment application.
NHS England abolished, PM Keir Starmer hopes move will bring it back under democratic control
The move will undo the structural reforms that the NHS were put through in 2012. The latest reorganisation will cut bureaucracy and bring the management of the NHSE back into democratic control, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasised. He also asserted that there was too much duplication between NHSE and DHSC.
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ETMarkets Smart Talk: Fair valuations don’t mean market bottom’ - Aditya Sood on navigating market volatility
The Indian stock market experienced a significant downturn in February 2025. This decline has brought the index down approximately 16% from its September 2024 peak.
Only business mobility visas part of India-UK trade talks, House of Lords told
The UK government has clarified that only business mobility visas, not student visas, are being negotiated under the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. The focus is on concluding a high-quality deal that benefits both economies, amid calls for swift action to enhance the bilateral trading relationship.
Why were investors disappointed in the first-ever White House crypto summit?
The cryptocurrency industry had a major impact on the 2024 election, with political action committees and related groups contributing over $245 million in campaign funding.
5 features to look for in a modern international money transfer platform
Navigating money transfers abroad can be tricky with hidden fees and unpredictable exchange rates. Choose platforms that offer transparent pricing, fast transactions, exchange rate alerts, a digital experience, and broad currency support. These features ensure a smooth, cost-effective process for international transactions, making the experience stress-free and reliable.
Rs 2 lakh crore vanished! Tata Motors becomes Nifty's worst nightmare
Tata Motors' shares have plummeted by 44% due to weak demand for JLR in key markets and domestic sales concerns in M&HCV and EV segments. Although the company faces short-term challenges, analysts see potential for recovery with a target price of Rs 930-935.
Decided to resume discussions, India has more flexibility to cut tariffs on UK: Piyush Goyal on proposed FTA
India and Britain have decided to resume talks on a Free Trade Agreement, aiming to significantly boost their bilateral trade. The relaunch of negotiations, involving focused discussions in New Delhi, marks a commitment by both nations to forge a strong economic partnership amid dynamic market opportunities.
UK trade minister to relaunch trade talks with 'vibrant market' India
UK Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds emphasizes the priority of securing an FTA with India, a soon-to-be third-largest economy. The trade negotiations, first under the Labour government, aim to boost the GBP 41 billion annual bilateral trade partnership, offering significant growth opportunities.
Vijay Mallya challenges bankruptcy proceedings in London HC, seeks annulment
Vijay Mallya is seeking an annulment of a bankruptcy order by Indian banks in English courts following Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's statement that banks have recovered more than what was due. Hearings included appeals related to a six-year-old bankruptcy proceeding and the July 2021 bankruptcy order.
GBP/USD Drops Below 1.2200 as US PPI Data Exceeds Expectations
GBP/USD currency pair has experienced a significant decline, falling below the 1.2200 mark after the release of the U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) data.
How much will Kylian Mbappe earn with transfer to Real Madrid? Know his net worth
The star footballer has signed a 5-year contract with the Spanish club and is expected to still earn less than what he was making in his previous club.
Paris Ritz: Mystery of missing GBP 637k diamond ring solved. Know where it was found
The guest, a Malaysian businesswoman, at hotel Paris Ritz told police she left the ring on a table in her hotel room when she went shopping in the city for a few hours, and when she returned it was gone. It was found in the most unusual place. Know in detail.
UK's Family Visa crackdown to impact many Indian family plans
From March/April next year, this threshold will jump to GBP 38,700, inevitably set to have a significant impact on applicants from the Indian subcontinent - with Indians making up the second-highest cohort under the Family Visa in the past year (5,870) after Pakistanis (15,038), as per official Home Office statistics.
Acid attacks increase by 69% in England and Wales with more women than men victims
According to Acid Survivors Trust International (ASTI), 710 acid attacks were recorded in England and Wales last year, compared to 421 in 2021.The total economic cost of all the attacks in 2022 was more than GBP 44 million.
Manchester United, Qualcomm-Snapdragon ink deal. What does this mean for English soccer giant?
Snapdragon will pay GBP 65 million every season to Manchester United and the Red Devils will use its logo, according to media reports.
Moises Caicedo transfer update: will Brighton midfielder join Liverpool for historic Premier League fee or opt for Chelsea?
Moises Caicedo has become the most sought-after player in the Premier League. Will he join Liverpool or Chelsea? Know about the offers made to him.
What is junior doctor’s salary in UK? Know in detail as BMA threatens fifth strike for pay hike
Junior doctors’ salary in the UK has become a delicate and difficult issue that eludes solution. How much a junior doctor is paid in England and how much more does he want?
Court orders Stephen Bear to pay GBP 200,000 to ex-girlfriend Georgia Harrison
Why British reality star Stephen Bear was ordered to pay money in damages to his ex-girlfriend? Read in detail.
After incurring huge losses, Spotify increases subscription fees
The company will increase its monthly subscription rate for individual plans by GBP 1 to GBP 10.99. Why this decision has been taken, know in detail.
Declan Rice Quits West Ham to join Arsenal for GBP 105 million
After Arsenal signed West Ham player for GBP 105 million, Declan Rice became the highest-paid English footballer.
Wimbledon today’s schedule: Marketa Vondrousova to take on Ons Jabeur in Women’s Final
Who will lift Wimbledon Women’s Champion? Marketa Vondrousova or Ons Jabeur?
Pursuing 'great' deal with India, says UK trade minister
Highlighting her priorities since taking charge of the newly merged Department for Business and Trade, Badenoch said her ministry is keen to make it easier for British businesses to access the fast-growing Indian economy with the new trade agreement.
Rishi Sunak plans new infrastructure bank in UK Budget: Report
Among some of the big announcements expected include a boost for first-time homebuyers with a mortgage guarantee scheme and a major cash injection for a traineeship scheme to boost job prospects.
Rishi Sunak extends UK's furlough wage support scheme until March 2021
Sunak, who has been leading the UK's economic response to the pandemic, made a statement in Parliament to confirm that the scheme will pay up to 80 per cent of employee wages up to GBP 2,500 a month, with a review of the policy scheduled for January next year.
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