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Priti Patel joins race to become UK Conservative Party leader
Priti Patel has entered the Conservative Party leadership race, aiming to unify the party after a major election loss. Other contenders include Mel Stride, James Cleverly, Tom Tugendhat, and Robert Jenrick. The new leader will be announced on Nov. 2. Patel is behind in betting odds, with Kemi Badenoch as the frontrunner.
What Usha Vance's rise to prominence means to other South Asian and Hindu Americans
Usha Vance, wife of JD Vance, Trump's 2024 running mate, gains attention at RNC alongside rising South Asian leaders like VP Kamala Harris. With a Cambridge master's and conservative judge clerkships, her journey is notable. Critics, including Chintan Patel, question the GOP's hate speech response.
Tech That: Far-yet-near is the new diasporic dynamic
In the past, it took just a generation or two for ties with the motherland to loosen or whittle down to the most gossamer-thin threads. There was reason for total assimilation too. But technology has been a game changer. Enhanced connectivity has brought India closer in real time without PIOs having to make frequent trips to keep up ties. Consequently, it has also made it easier for them to preserve and pass on that renewed connect to their often mixed-race GenNext.
British Indian MPs swear oath on 'Bhagavad Gita', 'Gutka', 'Bible'
Newly elected Indian-origin MPs to the House of Commons have been pledging allegiance to the British Crown, swearing on holy texts or affirming their oath. Rishi Sunak and Kanishka Narayan chose the 'Bhagavad Gita', while others like Bob Blackman, Tan Dhesi, and Preet Kaur Gill selected various sacred texts. Some MPs opted for non-religious affirmations. The process concluded, and Parliament will reconvene for the State Opening on July 17.
Rishi Sunak makes apology calls to ex-MPs after UK election debacle
Post Labour's landslide, Rishi Sunak called unseated Tories, announced his resignation, and kept Richmond and Northallerton. Priti Patel, James Cleverly among candidates to replace him. New PM Keir Starmer plans first foreign visit to a NATO meeting in Washington and discussed a Free Trade Agreement with Indian PM Narendra Modi.
After crushing defeat, fight begins for 'soul' of UK Conservative Party
A record number of ex-prime minister Rishi Sunak's top team and other prominent Tories lost their seats in Thursday's electoral drubbing. The anti-immigration Reform UK party led by Brexit firebrand Nigel Farage maximised the damage by splitting the right-wing vote and picking up former Tory supporters in key constituencies.
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UK Parliament sees record 29 Indian-origin MPs elected in 2024
In a historic outcome for Indian-origin representation, the UK Parliament will see a record 29 MPs of Indian descent after the 2024 general election. Labour emerged as the dominant party for People of Indian Origin (PIO) MPs, securing 19 seats, including 12 newcomers. Notable figures like Preet Gill, Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, and others retained their seats, while the Conservative Party added two new PIO MPs amidst losses in key constituencies. The elections reflect a milestone in British politics, highlighting increased diversity and community influence in parliamentary roles.
UK general election: Record number of Indian-origin MPs elected to Parliament
Rishi Sunak won Richmond and Northallerton. 28 Indian-origin MPs joined the House of Commons. Suella Braverman, Seema Malhotra, Claire Coutinho retained seats. Labour's landslide victory included Lisa Nandy. Munira Wilson won Twickenham. Keith Vaz contested as Independent. Major Conservative losses. Jeremy Corbyn defeated Praful Nargund. 87 ethnic minority candidates contribute to a diverse Parliament, including British Sikh MPs.
UK's Conservatives face leadership 'bloodbath' as party seeks new direction
After 14 years in government - the last eight marked by chaos and divisions following the Brexit vote - the Conservatives are now confronted by an internal struggle among lawmakers, grassroots members and donors over whether to move further to the right or turn back to the centre.
UK Election 2024: Rishi Sunak and PIO MPs in danger of losing seats
A recent survey by Savanta and Electoral Calculus for the Daily Telegraph suggests the Conservatives could be reduced to just 53 seats, their worst result in modern history, with Sunak potentially losing his constituency, which he has held since 2015. The study projects a massive 382-seat majority for Labour, winning a total of 516 constituencies.
UK election set to deliver more diverse Parliament, high number of British Indian MPs
With around 14 per cent of MPs coming from an ethnic minority background this time, the analysis finds that the new Parliament will be closer than ever to reflecting the diversity of the British electorate.
CFI elects Tata Projects MD & CEO Vinayak Pai as President of national council
Tata Projects MD & CEO Vinayak Pai elected as President of Construction Federation of India's National Council for a two-year term (FY25-FY26). The council includes industry leaders like Akhil Gupta, Priti Patel, Ajit Bhate, Arjun Dhawan, Hardik Agrawal, M V Satish, Nalin Gupta, Krishnam Raju P, Vimal Kejriwal, and Yogen Lal.
UK Govt considers relocation of migrants to Ascension Island amid evolving immigration strategy
Home Office Minister Sarah Dines revealed on Monday that the notion of transferring individuals to Ascension Island is being seriously considered.
BBC presenter accused of inappropriate and financial misconduct, prompting concerns and calls for investigation
A BBC presenter is facing allegations regarding misconduct for allegedly purchasing explicit photos. The news organisation has responded in this matter.
UK to ban laughing gas as it becomes most popular recreational drug among youngsters
The UK Home Office is preparing to introduce a ban on the possession and sale of nitrous oxide or laughing gas, which had become one of the most popular recreational drugs among youngsters.
Criminals, sexual predators part of police force in UK, says report. See details
Vetting done at the start of a police job is recommended to be done once every year to ensure that the officer is responsible enough to provide safety to citizens. Reports reveal officers with criminal records have entered the force.
Boris Johnson loyalist Priti Patel comes out in support of Rishi Sunak as UK PM
The Indian-origin former home secretary, who resigned from the Cabinet when Liz Truss was elected the Prime Minister last month, said the Tories must put political differences aside to give Sunak the best chance of succeeding as the new leader.
'Too many low-skilled migrants coming to UK,' Home Secy Suella Braverman claims
The newly appointed Home Secretary said that too many students were coming to the UK, which already had many dependents. Suella Braverman, the former Attorney General, also said many low-skilled migrants were entering the country, which is why the government focused on lowering net migration.
India dominates our immigration system, says UK Home Secretary Priti Patel
"We have introduced a points-based immigration system, a brand-new digital immigration system. That is up and running, it's working. And, the nationality that tops the list is India. It's a high skill, sponsored by employers to work across a range of sectors," the home secretary elaborated.
UK judge sends extradition case of Wikileaks' Julian Assange to interior minister Priti Patel
The procedural step, in what has been a long-running and high-profile legal battle, was announced at a hearing in central London following a March decision to deny Australian-born Assange permission to appeal against his extradition.
Russia bans UK PM Boris Johnson, top Indian-origin ministers Rishi Sunak and Priti Patel
The full list of 13 British politicians on the so-called “stop list” issued from Moscow includes Indian-origin ministers – UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak, Home Secretary Priti Patel and Attorney General Suella Braverman – as well as Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss and defence secretary Ben Wallace.
WikiLeaks' Assange denied permission to appeal extradition decision at Supreme Court
U.S. authorities want Australian-born Assange, 50 to face trial on 18 counts relating to WikiLeaks' release of vast troves of confidential U.S. military records and diplomatic cables which they said had put lives in danger.
UK warns Russia could start Europe's 'biggest war since 1945'
In a speech Saturday to the conference in Germany, Johnson warned that Western sanctions in response to any invasion would make it "impossible" for President Vladimir Putin's regime to access the City of London's deep capital markets. He indicated a global reach for the sanctions also involving US measures, telling the BBC that they would stop Russian companies "trading in pounds and dollars" -- which he said would hit Russia "very, very hard".
UK terror threat level raised to 'severe' after Liverpool Women's Hospital blast terrorism incident
The motive behind Sunday's attack, which ended in one fatality, remains unclear as Britain's Counter Terrorism Police lead an investigation into the case involving a taxi explosion, alongside MI5 intelligence agency. A fourth suspect has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation and the Head of Counter Terrorism Policing North West, Russ Jackson, said the taxi passenger appeared to have made an "improvised explosive device" which caused the blast.
Rishi Sunak, Priti Patel retain top jobs as UK PM shuffles cabinet
Rishi Sunak will remain next door to Johnson at Downing Street as his chancellor of the exchequer and Priti Patel, who had been at the centre of some speculation of being moved, remains in her post as home secretary.
UK denies claims by Cummings it pursued Covid herd immunity
The UK government pushed back on claims from the former chief aide of Prime Minister Boris Johnson that officials pursued a herd immunity strategy in the early days of the pandemic.
UK Police under fire over crackdown against vigil for murdered woman
Officers scuffled with some members of the hundreds-strong crowd that gathered despite coronavirus restrictions for a candlelit tribute late Saturday close to the spot where 33-year-old marketing executive Sarah Everard disappeared on March 3.
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