Gandhi Jayanti 2026 Speech: What to say on October 2? Short and long English speechesGandhi Jayanti 2026 Short Speech: Students can use these English speeches for school assemblies and special programmes marking Mahatma Gand...
30 Sep, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
Three nations, one union under strain: The long history behind United Kingdom's latest breakup threatThe United Kingdom formed through centuries of unions and legislation. Recent pacts highlight calls for constitutional change from devolved...
22 Sep, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
UK faces a question Ireland confronted 104 years ago, but with a modern twistA breakup of the UK would raise a problem Ireland’s independence never faced at today’s scale: what happens to millions of immigrants whose...
15 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
Returning to India from the UK? Capital gains and inheritance tax may still applyNon-resident Indians should note that leaving the UK doesn't automatically terminate tax residency. Retaining connections might keep your t...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
A £5,000 bill can’t stop people from trying to become BritishBritain's citizenship fees are significantly higher than other European nations. These costs have risen over decades as they fund immigrati...
31 Aug, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
Mohammad Amir calls himself 'British local', says 'Pakistan chapter I had before is now closed'Amir was part of Pakistan’s title-winning campaigns at the 2009 T20 World Cup and the 2017 Champions Trophy. His standout display came in t...
31 Aug, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
UK settlement rules: Indians top ILR and citizenship grants as tighter norms loomIndian nationals topped UK settlement and citizenship applications last year. Proposed rules will double the residency period required for ...
27 Aug, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
India's 80th Independence Day: A look at protests in its 79-year journey till 'cockroaches' hit the streetsIndia's post-independence history showcases persistent dissent and public mobilisation. Students, farmers, and citizens have repeatedly cha...
16 Aug, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Over 5 lakh UK visas issued to Indians as Britain completes eVisa rolloutIndia remains a key UK travel market, with over 500,000 visas granted to its citizens. The United Kingdom has fully transitioned to a digit...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Trump effect? Americans applying for British citizenship break 2004 recordA record number of Americans sought British citizenship in early 2025, surpassing previous highs, with nearly 2,000 applications submitted ...
24 May, 2025, 11.01 PM IST
UK tightens citizenship rules to block migrants entering country illegallyThe UK government has implemented stricter citizenship rules to prevent illegal migrants, particularly those arriving via dangerous routes ...
13 Feb, 2025, 03.26 PM IST
UK to refuse citizenship to undocumented migrantsThe British government on Wednesday said it was toughening immigration rules to make it almost impossible for undocumented migrants who arr...
12 Feb, 2025, 03.24 PM IST
China may not recognize British-issued Hong Kong passportsHong Kong reverted from British to Chinese rule in 1997 and the sides have increasingly feuded over civil rights in the territory. Britain ...
23 Oct, 2020, 04.46 PM IST
United Kingdom to open citizenship path to Hong Kongers from JanuaryIn a statement, the Home Office said holders of the British National Overseas passport and their immediate family members can move to the U...
22 Jul, 2020, 06.51 PM IST
MHA refuses to share details on notice to Rahul Gandhi on complaint questioning citizenshipIn an RTI application, the ministry was asked to provide a copy of the notice to Gandhi and details of the response received from him.
04 Jun, 2019, 02.15 PM IST
Jihadi John fathered secret son in Syria: ReportJihadi John, the dreaded Islamic State executioner killed in a US drone strike in Syria last week, reportedly fathered a son.
15 Nov, 2015, 03.32 PM IST
- UK to tighten rules for immigrants to get citizenship
The UK plans to unveil tougher citizenship rules under which immigrants will have to “earn” their right to stay by integrating themselves f...
05 Dec, 2008, 11.30 AM IST