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'Unlawful,' says UK Supreme Court on Parliament suspension by Boris Johnson

'The court is bound to conclude... that the decision to advise Her Majesty to prorogue parliament was unlawful,' the court said.

24 Sep 2019 3:37 PM

US President Donald Trump said Monday he could not rule out a meeting with Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani at the United Nations this week, but no encounter was yet scheduled. (Photo: File)

Trump says Rouhani meeting not scheduled as speculation swirls

Macron said if Trump became convinced he could get something from meeting with Rouhani, he could decide to go ahead at very short notice.

24 Sep 2019 12:54 PM

Russia's Prime Minister on Monday gave formal support to the Paris climate agreement, just hours ahead of a key summit trying to tackle ever increasing gas emissions. (Photo: File)

Russia joins Paris climate accord ahead of key summit

While many countries will be present at the summit at the head of state level, Russia is only sending a deputy environment minister.

24 Sep 2019 12:16 PM

Saudi Arabia has restored more than 75 per cent of crude output lost after attacks on its facilities and will return to full volumes by early next week, a source briefed on the latest developments has said. (Photo: File)

Saudi Arabia restores over 75 pc oil output, will return to full volume by next week

Thousands of employees and contractors have been pulled from other projects to work around the clock in bringing production back.

24 Sep 2019 8:53 AM

Johnson stressed the need for a diplomatic response to the Gulf tensions, but said Britain would consider any request for military help. (Photo: File | AFP)

UK PM blames Iran for attack on Saudi oil facilities

Iran denies responsibility and has warned any retaliatory attack targeting it will result in an 'all-out war.'

23 Sep 2019 2:48 PM

Earlier this month, US Vice President Mike Pence asserted that Trump was willing to begin negotiating a free trade agreement with the United Kingdom as soon as London was ready. (Photo: PTI)

Johnson, Trump agree for bilateral trade deal by July 2020

Both US, UK had 'political will' to complete deal by July 2020 as the US election cycle starts soon afterwards, sources added.

23 Sep 2019 2:41 PM

The event held on Sunday was also a precursor to the commencement of celebrations of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary set to be launched by the Indian government on October 2 in India and abroad, the Indian Embassy here said in a statement. (Photo: File | Gandhiji.ca)

India organises 'Gandhi march' to mark international day of non-violence in Netherlands

The marchers for non-violence gathered at the iconic Peace Palace - home to the International Court of Justice.

22 Sep 2019 6:27 PM

The police have also been criticised for being heavy-handed in clashes with hardcore anti-capitalist "black bloc" groups blamed for much of the violence that has accompanied the demonstrations. (Photo: AP)

Thousands of Paris police deployed over ‘yellow vest’ clash fears

Some demonstrators in January even used a forklift to break down the doors of a government ministry.

21 Sep 2019 5:09 PM

Cameron reveals ‘saintly’ Manmohan confided in him on Pak action

For The Record is a chronicle of 52-year-old Cameron’s personal as well as professional life.

20 Sep 2019 2:58 AM

Argentina’s Senate unanimously approved a law on Wednesday that will increase state funds dedicated to fighting hunger and improving nutrition as the country grapples with stifling inflation and increased poverty. (Photo: AFP)

Argentine Senate approves emergency food law as crisis worsens

The lower house had voted overwhelmingly in favor of the measure on September 12.

19 Sep 2019 2:38 PM

The scientists said it was impossible to determine the sexual orientation of the two skeletons. They could have been friends, brothers, or war comrades. (Photo: Twitter)

Lovers of Modena, famous skeletal couple buried holding hands were both men

Examining protein present in tooth enamel, scientists from University of Bologna have proved the skeletons were those of two men.

19 Sep 2019 9:16 AM

Salem, who describes himself on Twitter as an activist for the opposition Labour Party, complained to Johnson about repeated delays on the ward. (Photo: Screengrab)

You come for press opportunity: Sick child's parent confronts Boris Johnson

Salem, posting on Twitter, praised the emergency care his daughter had received.

18 Sep 2019 8:30 PM

The strident message paralleled stepped-up moves by Brussels and London to hand out blame for a chaotic no-deal Brexit. (Photo: AP)

European Union warns no-deal Brexit imminent if UK doesn't get serious

The warning came two days after Juncker and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson met in Luxembourg for talks.

18 Sep 2019 5:51 PM

One of the EU's most powerful lobbies, Business Europe issued the warning just hours before British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is scheduled to meet European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker in Luxembourg. (Photo: File)

No-deal Brexit would be 'disaster' warns EU business lobby

A 2-day European summit is scheduled to be held on October 17 in Brussels, which could be the last chance for agreement between two parties.

16 Sep 2019 12:13 PM

The British MP remarks came as Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi maintained that Islamabad will take Jammu and Kashmir issue to International Court of Justice (ICJ) and decision to abrogate Article 370 for Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: Bob Blackman twitter)

J&K sovereign part of India, Pakistan should first vacate PoK: British MP

India maintains that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan and there was no role for a third party.

15 Sep 2019 8:38 PM

Police said the toilet was taken early Saturday by thieves who used at least two vehicles. (Photo: AFP)

Solid gold toilet, once offered to Donald Trump, stolen from London palace

The toilet, valued at roughly 1 million pounds (USD 1.25 million), was the work of Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan.

15 Sep 2019 4:28 PM

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Saturday he was making a "huge amount of progress" towards a Brexit deal with the EU, in an interview in which he compared Britain to the Incredible Hulk. (Photo: File)

UK's Boris Johnson claims huge progress in Brexit talks

Johnson took office in July promising to leave the EU next month with or without a deal, but has faced resistance from the House of Commons.

15 Sep 2019 9:35 AM

On Friday, Kovind led the delegation-level talks along with his Swiss counterpart Ueli Maurer and witnessed the signing and exchange of MOUs/agreements between two countries. (Photo: ANI)

President Kovind unveils Mahatma Gandhi's statue in Switzerland

Speaking on the occasion, Kovind said, 'Mahatma Gandhi's life teaches us many things'.

14 Sep 2019 9:59 PM

The 48-year-old, who is currently on sick leave from Leicestershire Police, now faces a misconduct inquiry and disciplinary action by the police force over his illegal searches, which included looking up information on English football star David Beckham and wife Victoria Beckham. (Photo: File)

Indian-origin cop, who looked up info on Beckham, suspended for work computer misuse

Ajit Singh of Leicestershire Police was also ordered to pay 300 pounds in legal costs and 115 pounds victim surcharge.

14 Sep 2019 8:33 AM

Earlier this week, Johnson failed at his second attempt to force an early election in the country where he could not gather the required two-thirds majority. (Photo: AP)

UK PM Johnson to hold talks with Juncker next week

After a working lunch with Juncker, Johnson will then meet with Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel.

13 Sep 2019 7:28 PM

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