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PTDF: 16,000 Nigerians Trained to Fill Nigeria’s Oil, Gas Sector Needs
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has said that it has trained 16,000 Nigerians to fill the county’s oil and gas needs gap. This comes as the body has commenced screening of PhD candidates for its...

UK breakfast habits revealed in new survey
Cereal remains the UK’s top breakfast choice though toast leads in London. Health is the top driver for breakfast decisions, especially among younger Brits aged 16–34. A growing number prefer solo breakfasts while 9 per cent skip breakfast...

‘Truly Heartening’: PM Modi Expresses Gratitude For Warm Welcome By Indian Community In UK
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude for the enthusiastic reception given by the Indian community during his visit to the United Kingdom, calling their affection and commitment to India’s progress “truly heartening.” In a post on X, PM...
UNITED KINGDOM: ‘After decades of making huge profits, companies shouldn’t be allowed to leave behind…
Interviews 18 July 2025 CIVICUS speaks with Matthew Renshaw, a partner at a UK law firm that represents Nigerian communities taking legal action against Shell over environmental damage caused by its operations in the Niger Delta. Two Nigerian...

PM Modi Receives Warm Welcome from Indian Diaspora in UK, Calls Affection “Truly Heartening”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a heartfelt welcome from the Indian diaspora in London during his UK visit. Expressing gratitude, he called their affection “truly heartening” and appreciated their passion for India’s progress. London: Prime...

Doctor advises people to have a tablespoon of olive oil every day
Just having one tablespoon a day could significantly reduce your risk of suffering a heart attack and dementia. Dr Ayrelio Rojas, a cardiologist, claimed that such a small serving of olive oil each day could reap a wide range of benefits. However,...

UK: Lord Rami Ranger lauds PM Modi's leadership, welcomes FTA with India
London: British Indian businessman Lord Rami Ranger on Wednesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership while terming the possible signing of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as "a major development" and a "win-win situation" for both India...

World News | FTA, UK-India Vision 2035 Mark Step-change in Bilateral Ties: Foreign Secretary Lammy
London, Jul 24 (PTI) A new UK-India Vision-2035 roadmap will be unveiled by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on Thursday to set "clear goals and milestones" across a range of areas such as defence, technology...

Tourists at 'haunted' UK city centre hotel report 'dark shadows' and mirrors 'rippling'
Tourists staying at a city centre hotel in Manchester say they've encountered chilling paranormal phenomena, from shadowy figures lurking in hallways to mirrors that appear to "ripple" before their eyes. The Britannia Hotel Manchester, formerly...

First steam generator lowered into place at Hinkley Point C
Thursday, 24 July 2025 The first of four 520-tonne steam generators has been installed in the first unit of the Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant in the UK. (Image: EDF) The carefully planned installation involved lifting the generator on to a...
UK visit of PM Modi and the strategic promise of Free Trade Agreement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Kingdom marks a defining moment in India’s economic diplomacy, coming at a time of considerable global uncertainty and transformation. Against the backdrop of shifting geopolitical alliances,...

Indian Stock Market Update: Nifty, Sensex Open Flat, Awaiting Details of India-UK Free Trade Agreement to Be Signed Today
New Delhi, July 24: Domestic Stock markets opened flat on Thursday, anticipating investor sentiments to turn positive with India and the UK set to formalise the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) later in the day. The expected optimism is supported by the...

PM Modi UK visit: All you need to know about India-UK trade deal on the cards
Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in London for the fourth time since 2014 on Wednesday evening for a two-day visit to the United Kingdom from July 23 to 24. One of the most important outcomes of this trip is expected to be the signing of a...

Top 10@10 | Infosys Q1 boost, India-UK to ink FTA tomorrow and Tata Capital eyes $20B IPO
Wednesday was packed with news across markets, policies, and corporate developments. Infosys kicked off earnings season with a solid Q1, beating expectations with a 9% jump in net profit and $3.8 billion in new deals. Plus, they raised their...

Why Bapcor, Boss Energy, Macquarie, and Novonix shares are falling today
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Everyone with a washing machine told they can lower energy bills
Millions of households are being urged to slash their energy bills by simply changing the time they switch on everyday appliances like washing machines and dishwashers. A radical shake-up of the way electricity is used and priced has been unveiled...

PM Modi UK Visit: Indian Diaspora in London Meets PM Narendra Modi, Calls It 'Surreal' and 'Emotional' (Watch Videos)
London, July 24: Members of the Indian diaspora in London expressed joy and admiration after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his ongoing visit to the United Kingdom, calling the moment surreal and emotionally overwhelming. Gehna...

Sensex, Nifty Steady Before India-UK FTA Signing Sparks Optimism
Indian stock markets opened slightly higher on Thursday, driven by optimism surrounding the India-UK Free Trade Agreement and positive global market trends, including a US-Japan trade deal. Domestic Stock markets opened flat on Thursday,...

One in six pensioners in Scotland are living in poverty as MPs call for UK-wide action plan
A Scottish charity for older people has welcomed a report calling for a UK-wide crusade to end pensioner poverty, warning that more must be done by both UK and Scottish governments. MPs on Westminster’s Work and Pensions Committee have warned that...

'Major Win For Jobs And Growth': UK PM Starmer On FTA During Modi's Visit
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said the “landmark” Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that he is set to sign with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi is a “major win” for jobs and growth, as tariff cuts bring in cheaper prices on clothes, shoes...