India and the United Kingdom launched a new technology security initiative expected to boost economic growth and deepen collaboration, the two countries announced during the first official visit to India by the new British foreign secretary. According to the agreement, which was announced late Wednesday, the two countries will work together on crucial technologies, from...
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India, UK launch Technology Security Initiative led by NSAs
New Delhi: The Prime Ministers of India and the United Kingdom are launching a new ‘Technology Security Initiative‘ (TSI) to elevate the strategic partnership between the two countries to the next level. This was announced during visit of UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The TSI will be coordinated by the National Security Advisors (NSAs) of...
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Maison Ferrand buys UK distributor – The Spirits Business
French spirits producer Maison Ferrand has acquired distributor Identity Drinks, marking the creation of a UK business. Maison Ferrand UK has been established after the purchase of distributor Identity Drinks The deal – financial terms of which have not been disclosed – follows Maison Ferrand’s purchase of a 60% stake in the UK distributor in...
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Iceland Boosts International Tourism industry with Visa Free Travel Access to 150 countries including US, Brazil and UK – Travel And Tour World
Home » EUROPE » Iceland Boosts International Tourism industry with Visa Free Travel Access to 150 countries including US, Brazil and UK Tuesday, July 23, 2024 Reading Time: 5 minutes In Iceland’s stunning and rugged terrains, where geysers erupt and glaciers glisten under the Midnight Sun, a distinct group of adventurers embarks on global journeys....
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Historic UK cricket club bans players from hitting six
United Kingdom’s (UK) historic Southwick and Shoreham Cricket Club has banned players from hitting sixes, leaving local players fuming at the decision. The decision by one of the world’s oldest cricket clubs came amid complaints of damage to neighbours’ property and safety concerns, a UK media outlet reported. According to the new rules, batters will...
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Austria Travel Industry Surge with New Visa-Free Travel to 193 Countries Including US, Mexico, Brazil, Gulf and Schengen Nations – Travel And Tour World
Home » Austria Travel News » Austria Travel Industry Surge with New Visa-Free Travel to 193 Countries Including US, Mexico, Brazil, Gulf and Schengen Nations Friday, July 19, 2024 Reading Time: 5 minutes Austria, nestled in the heart of Europe, renowned for its alpine landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and imperial history, is not just a...
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UK’s FCA: Financial Firms Must Improve Treatment of Politicians
The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is looking to change its guidance to ensure that financial firms do not treat politicians and public servants unfairly. The FCA released proposed amendments to its guidance relating to politically exposed persons (PEPs) on Thursday (July 18) and invited public feedback on the changes to be submitted by...
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Workers get right to flexible working from their first day
Workers will be automatically entitled to flexible hours from the first day in their job under a major overhaul of employment rights unveiled in the King’s Speech. Existing rights to request family-friendly hours, which put the onus on the employee to ask for them, will be changed to a presumption for all workers to have...
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Microsoft’s hiring of Inflection AI co-founder, other employees triggers probe in the UK – Times of India
Microsoft, in March, acquired Inflection AI and hired its staff to join its new AI division. Now, Britain’s competition regulator has started a formal investigation (phase 1) into the tech giant’s partnership with the startup under merger rules.“The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it is or may be the case that Microsoft...
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Horror WW3 warning as Putin crony lists the 7 UK places Russia will nuke first
One of Vladimir Putin’s cronies has threatened the UK with nuclear armageddon and listed seven key targets that would be hit first in the event of World War 3. Yevgeny Popov is a TV propagandist and host of the programme 60 Minutes on the channel Russia-1. The Kremlin stooge launched a furious tirade against US...
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BGC Pledges to Cooperate with the UK’s New Government
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) supported the newly appointed ministers in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) as the UK government progresses towards finalizing its White Paper reforms on gambling. Lisa Nandy MP has stepped in as the new Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, with Stephanie Peacock MP joining...
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UK announces second ballot for India Young Professional Scheme 2024
The UK Home Office has unveiled details for the second and final ballot of 2024 under the India Young Professional Scheme, aimed at facilitating young Indian nationals to live, work, and study in the United Kingdom for up to 24 months. The ballot period opens on July 16, 2024, at 13:30 Indian Standard Time and...