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<p>Amid economic turmoil and recession fears in the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak took charge as the new prime minister of the country on Tuesday (October 25). But it looks like the appointment of the first British-Indian premier was predicted by former UK PM<strong>&nbsp;</strong>David Cameron years ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Sunak became the ruling Conservatives' new leader when rival contender Penny Mordaunt failed to secure enough nominations from Tory MPs and backed out, Cameron took to his official Twitter handle to congratulate Sunak.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He wrote: "Huge congratulations @RishiSunak on becoming PM to lead us through challenging times. I predicted a decade ago that @Conservatives would select our first Brit Indian PM &amp; proud today that comes to be. I wish Rishi the v best, he has my wholehearted support."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Huge congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/RishiSunak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RishiSunak</a> on becoming PM to lead us through challenging times. I predicted a decade ago that <a href="https://twitter.com/Conservatives?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Conservatives</a> would select our first Brit Indian PM &amp; proud today that comes to be. I wish Rishi the v best, he has my wholehearted support <a href="https://t.co/yXLyo0hWTq">https://t.co/yXLyo0hWTq</a></p>
— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) <a href="https://twitter.com/David_Cameron/status/1584532175122489345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Admitting the forecast, Cameron shared a decade-old article published by an Indian media outlet, Hindustan Times, on his prediction.</p>

<p>In 2012, at the launch of the Conservative Friends of India, Cameron said as quoted by the report: "We were the first party to have a woman prime minister (Mrs Margaret Thatcher), we were the first party in (Benjamin) Disraeli to have a Jewish prime minister and when I look at the talent behind me I think we are going to be the first party to have a British Indian Prime Minister."&nbsp;</p>

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Former British PM David Cameron Predicted in 2015 that there will be an Indian Origin PM in the UK. Now <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RishiSunak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RishiSunak</a> is the Prime Minister.<br />
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<p>On Tuesday, Sunak addressed the nation outside 10 Downing Street shortly after his appointment by King Charles III. He vowed to overcome a "profound" economic crisis he blamed on the "mistakes" of Liz Truss's calamitous 49-day tenure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I will place economic stability and confidence at the heart of this government's agenda. This will mean difficult decisions to come. But you saw me during Covid doing everything I could to protect people and business with schemes like furlough," Sunak said.&nbsp;</p>

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Amid economic turmoil and recession fears in the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak took charge as the new prime minister of the country on Tuesday (October 25). But it looks like the appointment of the first British-Indian premier was predicted by former UK PM David Cameron years ago.

Amid economic turmoil and recession fears in the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak took charge as the new prime minister of the country on Tuesday (October 25). But it looks like the appointment of the first British-Indian premier was predicted by former UK PM David Cameron years ago. After Sunak became the ruling Conservatives' new leader when rival contender Penny Mordaunt failed to secure enough nominations from Tory MPs and backed out, Cameron took to his official Twitter handle to congratulate Sunak. He wrote: "Huge congratulations @RishiSunak on becoming PM to lead us through challenging times. I predicted a decade ago that @Conservatives would select our first Brit Indian PM & proud today that comes to be. I wish Rishi the v best, he has my wholehearted support." LIVE | UK politics: Rishi Sunak officially becomes the prime minister Huge congratulations @RishiSunak on becoming PM to lead us through challenging times. I predicted a decade ago that @Conservatives would select our first Brit Indian PM & proud today that comes to be. I wish Rishi the v best, he has my wholehearted support https://t.co/yXLyo0hWTq — David Cameron (@David_Cameron) October 24, 2022 × Admitting the forecast, Cameron shared a decade-old article published by an Indian media outlet, Hindustan Times, on his prediction. In 2012, at the launch of the Conservative Friends of India, Cameron said as quoted by the report: "We were the first party to have a woman prime minister (Mrs Margaret Thatcher), we were the first party in (Benjamin) Disraeli to have a Jewish prime minister and when I look at the talent behind me I think we are going to be the first party to have a British Indian Prime Minister." Watch the video here: "Prediction Becomes Reality." Former British PM David Cameron Predicted in 2015 that there will be an Indian Origin PM in the UK. Now #RishiSunak is the Prime Minister. Congratulations @RishiSunak 🎉 pic.twitter.com/vjfPTbgEHz — Sajid Yousuf Shah (@TheSkandar) October 25, 2022 × On Tuesday, Sunak addressed the nation outside 10 Downing Street shortly after his appointment by King Charles III. He vowed to overcome a "profound" economic crisis he blamed on the "mistakes" of Liz Truss's calamitous 49-day tenure. "I will place economic stability and confidence at the heart of this government's agenda. This will mean difficult decisions to come. But you saw me during Covid doing everything I could to protect people and business with schemes like furlough," Sunak said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Pakistan on Saturday requested its all-weather ally China to roll over its USD 6.3 billion debt amid a slump in its economy due to devastating floods.</p>

<p>The debt is maturing in the next eight months and the new proposal seeking a fresh Chinese loan to repay maturing bilateral debt during FY 2022-23 is also under consideration, ending on June 30, reported The Express Tribune.</p>

<p>Pakistan plans to arrange USD 34 billion in the current fiscal year to meet its debt and external trade-related obligations.</p>

<p>The issue of rollover and refinancing of nearly USD 6.3 billion commercial loans and the central bank debt was discussed in a meeting between Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong and Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, reported The Express Tribune.</p>

<p>Sources said that both sides also discussed the issue of outstanding Chinese dues on account of payments to the Chinese Independent Power Producers for the cost of the electricity purchase.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is visiting Beijing on November 1 with a list of new projects and requests to roll over the existing debt, considering sanctioning new debt and preferential trade treatment for certain exportable goods.</p>

<p>Pakistan is under pressure from western institutions and the governments to seek rollover of Chinese debt, currently standing at USD 26.7 billion including public and publicly guaranteed debt, reported The Express Tribune.</p>

<p>Pakistan is expected to solve the lingering issue of opening a bank account to save Chinese companies from the vicious cycle of circular debt before the PM`s visit.</p>

<p>The proposed visit of PM Shehbaz to China was also discussed in the meeting and both sides hoped that it would enhance bilateral relations between both countries, the finance ministry said.</p>

<p>The USD 3.3 billion Chinese commercial loans and USD 3 billion worth SAFE deposits loans were maturing from now till June next year, according to the Ministry of Finance officials.</p>

<p>The SAFE deposit is on the balance sheet of the central bank. In addition to this, over USD 900 million in bilateral Chinese debt was becoming due during the current fiscal year, reported The Express Tribune.</p>

<p>Sources said that the government was seeking a rollover of the USD 3 billion SAFE deposit for more than one year, preferably for three to five years. China has extended a total of USD 4 billion in SAFE deposits and out of this USD 1 billion has already been rolled over in July this year.</p>

<p>For the current fiscal year, the International Monetary Fund and the Ministry of Finance have estimated Pakistan`s gross external financing requirements in the range of USD 32 billion to USD 34 billion, excluding the impact of the recent devastating floods, reported The Express Tribune.</p>

<p>Pakistan has already obtained USD 2.2 billion in loans during the July-September quarter while Saudi Arabia has also announced to roll over USD 3 billion debt maturing in December this year.</p>

<p>The country still needs to arrange USD 29 billion and it is looking for a minimum of USD 6.3 billion to USD 7.2 billion rollovers from China in addition to any fresh lending, reported The Express Tribune.</p>


Pakistan on Saturday requested its all-weather ally China to roll over its USD 6.3 billion debt amid a slump in its economy due to devastating floods. The debt is maturing in the next eight months and the new proposal seeking a fresh Chinese loan to repay maturing bilateral debt during FY 2022-23 is also under consideration, ending on June 30, reported The Express Tribune.

Pakistan on Saturday requested its all-weather ally China to roll over its USD 6.3 billion debt amid a slump in its economy due to devastating floods. The debt is maturing in the next eight months and the new proposal seeking a fresh Chinese loan to repay maturing bilateral debt during FY 2022-23 is also under consideration, ending on June 30, reported The Express Tribune. Pakistan plans to arrange USD 34 billion in the current fiscal year to meet its debt and external trade-related obligations. The issue of rollover and refinancing of nearly USD 6.3 billion commercial loans and the central bank debt was discussed in a meeting between Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong and Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, reported The Express Tribune. Sources said that both sides also discussed the issue of outstanding Chinese dues on account of payments to the Chinese Independent Power Producers for the cost of the electricity purchase. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is visiting Beijing on November 1 with a list of new projects and requests to roll over the existing debt, considering sanctioning new debt and preferential trade treatment for certain exportable goods. Pakistan is under pressure from western institutions and the governments to seek rollover of Chinese debt, currently standing at USD 26.7 billion including public and publicly guaranteed debt, reported The Express Tribune. Pakistan is expected to solve the lingering issue of opening a bank account to save Chinese companies from the vicious cycle of circular debt before the PM`s visit. The proposed visit of PM Shehbaz to China was also discussed in the meeting and both sides hoped that it would enhance bilateral relations between both countries, the finance ministry said. The USD 3.3 billion Chinese commercial loans and USD 3 billion worth SAFE deposits loans were maturing from now till June next year, according to the Ministry of Finance officials. The SAFE deposit is on the balance sheet of the central bank. In addition to this, over USD 900 million in bilateral Chinese debt was becoming due during the current fiscal year, reported The Express Tribune. Sources said that the government was seeking a rollover of the USD 3 billion SAFE deposit for more than one year, preferably for three to five years. China has extended a total of USD 4 billion in SAFE deposits and out of this USD 1 billion has already been rolled over in July this year. For the current fiscal year, the International Monetary Fund and the Ministry of Finance have estimated Pakistan`s gross external financing requirements in the range of USD 32 billion to USD 34 billion, excluding the impact of the recent devastating floods, reported The Express Tribune. Pakistan has already obtained USD 2.2 billion in loans during the July-September quarter while Saudi Arabia has also announced to roll over USD 3 billion debt maturing in December this year. The country still needs to arrange USD 29 billion and it is looking for a minimum of USD 6.3 billion to USD 7.2 billion rollovers from China in addition to any fresh lending, reported The Express Tribune.

Pakistan requests China to roll over its USD 6.3 billion debt

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders on Monday (October 24) congratulated Rishi Sunak after he won the contest to become the leader of Britain's Conservatives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sunak is set to take over as the first Indian-descent Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Sunak is married to an Indian, Akshata Murty, daughter of the co-founder of IT giant Infosys.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi said that he looks forward to working closely together on global issues and also implementing the "Roadmap 2030". The 42-year-old Sunak is the first British Asian to become prime minister.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Taking to his official Twitter account, the Indian prime minister wrote: "Warmest congratulations @RishiSunak! As you become UK PM, I look forward to working closely together on global issues, and implementing Roadmap 2030."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Special Diwali wishes to the 'living bridge' of UK Indians, as we transform our historic ties into a modern partnership," PM Modi added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Warmest congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/RishiSunak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RishiSunak</a>! As you become UK PM, I look forward to working closely together on global issues, and implementing Roadmap 2030. Special Diwali wishes to the 'living bridge' of UK Indians, as we transform our historic ties into a modern partnership.</p>
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<p>Other Indian politicians also wished Sunak. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tweeted: "Congratulations and good wishes @RishiSunak on becoming UK PM."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations and good wishes <a href="https://twitter.com/RishiSunak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RishiSunak</a> on becoming UK PM.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sunak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sunak</a></p>
— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) <a href="https://twitter.com/nsitharaman/status/1584576325150392320?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>"Great News. Indians setting their mark all over the globe. My best wishes to Mr @RishiSunak on becoming the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Wishing him wisdom and strength to lead the country successfully", Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said in a tweet.&nbsp;</p>

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— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/1584578552300589059?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>"Truth is always stranger than fiction. #Sunak, only one ever 2lose #PM contest &amp; then bcome PM in 90 days. First indian origin #PM of #UK. Reverse imperialism of nicest kind. First ever indian 2head a foreign govt on #Deepawali!!" tweeted leader Congress Abhishek Manu Singhvi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Truth is always stranger than fiction. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sunak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sunak</a>, only one ever 2lose <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PM?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PM</a> contest &amp; then bcome PM in 90 days. First indian origin <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PM?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PM</a> of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UK</a>. Reverse imperialism of nicest kind. First ever indian 2head a foreign govt on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Deepawali?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Deepawali</a>!!</p>
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrAMSinghvi/status/1584535770299518977?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>TDP leader and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu posted: "Absolutely delighted that @RishiSunak is all set to become UK`s new Prime Minister! I extend my best wishes to him as he prepares to steer his country ahead as its first Indian heritage PM. This is indeed a joyous moment for Indians across the globe."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Absolutely delighted that <a href="https://twitter.com/RishiSunak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RishiSunak</a> is all set to become UK’s new Prime Minister! I extend my best wishes to him as he prepares to steer his country ahead as its first Indian heritage PM. This is indeed a joyous moment for Indians across the globe. <a href="https://t.co/EZ2z3EKfl8">pic.twitter.com/EZ2z3EKfl8</a></p>
— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) <a href="https://twitter.com/ncbn/status/1584573525909594112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>"India scored a glorious hat trick this Diwali week! After Aman Sehrawat`s wrestling Gold and Virat Kohli's heroic knock,now it's Rishi Sunak's turn to bring glory to India! Congratulations to @RishiSunak who is set to become the first Indian-origin Prime Minister of UK", wrote Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">India scored a glorious hat trick this Diwali week! After Aman Sehrawat’s wrestling Gold and Virat Kohli’s heroic knock,now it’s Rishi Sunak’s turn to bring glory to India! Congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/RishiSunak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RishiSunak</a> who is set to become the first Indian-origin Prime Minister of UK. <a href="https://t.co/z2ph8V2WoO">pic.twitter.com/z2ph8V2WoO</a></p>
— K C Venugopal (@kcvenugopalmp) <a href="https://twitter.com/kcvenugopalmp/status/1584566010891227136?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Congress' Karnataka unit President DK&nbsp;Shivakumar tweeted: "Congratulations to Mr. @RishiSunak on becoming the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.The first ever Indian-origin man to occupy the chair of PM in UK.&nbsp;</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders on Monday (October 24) congratulated Rishi Sunak after he won the contest to become the leader of Britain's Conservatives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders on Monday (October 24) congratulated Rishi Sunak after he won the contest to become the leader of Britain's Conservatives. Sunak is set to take over as the first Indian-descent Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Sunak is married to an Indian, Akshata Murty, daughter of the co-founder of IT giant Infosys. PM Modi said that he looks forward to working closely together on global issues and also implementing the "Roadmap 2030". The 42-year-old Sunak is the first British Asian to become prime minister. LIVE | Sunak to be appointed UK's PM on Tuesday Taking to his official Twitter account, the Indian prime minister wrote: "Warmest congratulations @RishiSunak! As you become UK PM, I look forward to working closely together on global issues, and implementing Roadmap 2030." "Special Diwali wishes to the 'living bridge' of UK Indians, as we transform our historic ties into a modern partnership," PM Modi added. IN PICS | UK's Rishi Sunak joins Indian-origin world leaders. Here's a look at others Warmest congratulations @RishiSunak! As you become UK PM, I look forward to working closely together on global issues, and implementing Roadmap 2030. Special Diwali wishes to the 'living bridge' of UK Indians, as we transform our historic ties into a modern partnership. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 24, 2022 × Other Indian politicians also wished Sunak. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tweeted: "Congratulations and good wishes @RishiSunak on becoming UK PM." Congratulations and good wishes @RishiSunak on becoming UK PM.#Sunak — Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) October 24, 2022 × "Great News. Indians setting their mark all over the globe. My best wishes to Mr @RishiSunak on becoming the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Wishing him wisdom and strength to lead the country successfully", Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said in a tweet. Great News. Indians setting their mark all over the globe. My best wishes to Mr @RishiSunak on becoming the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Wishing him wisdom and strength to lead the country successfully. https://t.co/GcbzGWbJcR — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) October 24, 2022 × "Truth is always stranger than fiction. #Sunak, only one ever 2lose #PM contest & then bcome PM in 90 days. First indian origin #PM of #UK. Reverse imperialism of nicest kind. First ever indian 2head a foreign govt on #Deepawali!!" tweeted leader Congress Abhishek Manu Singhvi. Truth is always stranger than fiction. #Sunak, only one ever 2lose #PM contest & then bcome PM in 90 days. First indian origin #PM of #UK. Reverse imperialism of nicest kind. First ever indian 2head a foreign govt on #Deepawali!! — Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) October 24, 2022 × TDP leader and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu posted: "Absolutely delighted that @RishiSunak is all set to become UK`s new Prime Minister! I extend my best wishes to him as he prepares to steer his country ahead as its first Indian heritage PM. This is indeed a joyous moment for Indians across the globe." Absolutely delighted that @RishiSunak is all set to become UK’s new Prime Minister! I extend my best wishes to him as he prepares to steer his country ahead as its first Indian heritage PM. This is indeed a joyous moment for Indians across the globe. pic.twitter.com/EZ2z3EKfl8 — N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) October 24, 2022 × "India scored a glorious hat trick this Diwali week! After Aman Sehrawat`s wrestling Gold and Virat Kohli's heroic knock,now it's Rishi Sunak's turn to bring glory to India! Congratulations to @RishiSunak who is set to become the first Indian-origin Prime Minister of UK", wrote Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal. India scored a glorious hat trick this Diwali week! After Aman Sehrawat’s wrestling Gold and Virat Kohli’s heroic knock,now it’s Rishi Sunak’s turn to bring glory to India! Congratulations to @RishiSunak who is set to become the first Indian-origin Prime Minister of UK. pic.twitter.com/z2ph8V2WoO — K C Venugopal (@kcvenugopalmp) October 24, 2022 × Congress' Karnataka unit President DK Shivakumar tweeted: "Congratulations to Mr. @RishiSunak on becoming the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.The first ever Indian-origin man to occupy the chair of PM in UK. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>More than 1.5 million earthen lamps (diyas) were lit on Sunday (October 23) at the "Ram ki Paidi" during the Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya, which is in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh. A new Guinness World Record for the "largest display of oil lamps" was set when earthen lights were lit along the banks of the Saryu river.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the eve of Diwali, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the "Deepotsav" celebrations in Ayodhya— the Ram Janmabhoomi. At the New Ghat on the Saryu River near Ayodhya, PM Modi offered "aarti."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The teachers and students of Awadh University, Ayodhya contributed largely to creating the record and when it was announced by the representatives of the Guinness Book of World Records, the city echoed with the chants of "Jai Shri Ram". Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister received the certificate, and the Prime Minister congratulated him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>PM Modi addresses a gathering&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>While addressing thousands of people, PM Modi said Lord Ram is like a beacon for the entire world. He said, "We begin our celebration with the declaration of 'Satyamev Jayate'. This celebration will revive the ethos of cultural India. Today is the day of a ray of hope, a ray of humankind, a ray of Janbhagidari, a ray of Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Lord Rama is the giver of light to the whole world. He is like a beacon for the entire world. From Deep to Deepawali, this is the philosophy of India, this is the thought of India, this is the eternal culture of India. Deepawali diyas are the living energy of India`s ideals, values and philosophy," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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More than 1.5 million earthen lamps (diyas) were lit on Sunday (October 23) at the "Ram ki Paidi" during the Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya, which is in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

More than 1.5 million earthen lamps (diyas) were lit on Sunday (October 23) at the "Ram ki Paidi" during the Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya, which is in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh. A new Guinness World Record for the "largest display of oil lamps" was set when earthen lights were lit along the banks of the Saryu river. On the eve of Diwali, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the "Deepotsav" celebrations in Ayodhya— the Ram Janmabhoomi. At the New Ghat on the Saryu River near Ayodhya, PM Modi offered "aarti." The teachers and students of Awadh University, Ayodhya contributed largely to creating the record and when it was announced by the representatives of the Guinness Book of World Records, the city echoed with the chants of "Jai Shri Ram". Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister received the certificate, and the Prime Minister congratulated him. ALSO READ | Diwali special: Not just India, these countries also celebrate the festival #WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya witnesses laser show as lakhs of earthen lamps light up the Saryu river. pic.twitter.com/pn4ohYmzpg — ANI (@ANI) October 23, 2022 × #WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya witnesses laser show as lakhs of earthen lamps light up the Saryu river. pic.twitter.com/pn4ohYmzpg — ANI (@ANI) October 23, 2022 × Grand #Deepotsav🪔held in #Ayodhya on the banks of River Saryu on the eve of #Deepavali. Ghats of holy river Saryu illuminated with the light of more than 15 Lakh earthen lamps🪔. A WORLD RECORD 🪔#PMinAyodhya | #Deepavali2022 | #AyodhyaDeepotsav | #Diwali pic.twitter.com/SogzgKW5K8 — All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) October 23, 2022 × PM Modi addresses a gathering While addressing thousands of people, PM Modi said Lord Ram is like a beacon for the entire world. He said, "We begin our celebration with the declaration of 'Satyamev Jayate'. This celebration will revive the ethos of cultural India. Today is the day of a ray of hope, a ray of humankind, a ray of Janbhagidari, a ray of Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas." "Lord Rama is the giver of light to the whole world. He is like a beacon for the entire world. From Deep to Deepawali, this is the philosophy of India, this is the thought of India, this is the eternal culture of India. Deepawali diyas are the living energy of India`s ideals, values and philosophy," he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed on Monday (October 24) that Russia had ordered around 2,000 drones from Iran.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During a speech at a conference organised by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, Zelensky said, "The disgusting sound of Iranian drones is heard in our skies every night."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ukrainian president claimed that Russia apparently ordered the same ones that Moscow has been allegedly using in its recent attacks against Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Russia ordered about 2,000 'Shaheds' from Iran," Zelensky added. However, there's no clarity if Zelensky was referring to Russia's past purchases or new ones.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Iran denies allegations&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Tehran on Saturday warned against using "provocative approaches" after some of the European countries called for a UN investigation into Iranian drones being allegedly used by Russia in the ongoing Ukraine war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the EU and Britain imposed further sanctions on Tehran this week, France, Britain, and Germany demanded an "impartial" probe into the situation in a letter to the UN on Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, Iran has denied that it provided Russia with weapons for use in the Ukraine war. On the other hand, Kremlin said that it had no knowledge of its army using such weapons and Moscow accused the West of seeking to put "pressure" on Tehran with the allegations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanani said in a statement: "The Islamic Republic of Iran considers the current provocative approaches of the European Union and the United Kingdom to be part of a targeted political scenario."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The United Nations has abruptly suspended its anti-torture&nbsp;mission to Australia after inspectors were barred from several jails, with a key oversight body condemning on Monday the "embarrassing debacle".</p>

<p>Tasked with touring facilities under a voluntary agreement to prevent cruelty to detainees, the inspectors said they made the "drastic" decision after they were refused entry at "several" jails and detention facilities.</p>

<p>Lead inspector Aisha Muhammad, a Supreme Court judge in the Maldives, said Australia was in "clear breach" of its international obligations.</p>

<p>"Despite our numerous efforts to explain our preventative mandate, this was clearly not understood," she said.</p>

<p>Only three other countries -- Rwanda, Azerbaijan and Ukraine -- have had anti-torture&nbsp;inspectors suspend or postpone missions.</p>

<p>Australia ratified the Optional Protocol to the Convention against&nbsp;Torture&nbsp;(OPCAT) in 2017, committing to reforms safeguarding detainees and making facilities subject to inspection.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Former prison inspector Steven Caruana coordinated the domestic body responsible for tracking Australia's implementation of the convention.</p>

<p>"There can really be no excuse as to why the delegation was hindered," he told AFP on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Australia has had almost five years to prepare for this visit. Australia will now have to answer for this embarrassing debacle in front of the United Nations Committee against&nbsp;Torture."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Allegations of rights abuses&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Australia's refusal to welcome the inspectors boiled down to a funding dispute between the federal and state governments.</p>

<p>The federal government ratified the convention, but individual states and territories were responsible for putting it into action.</p>

<p>New South Wales and Queensland -- eastern states with roughly half Australia's population between them -- have hamstrung the process, saying they needed more funding to put the convention into practice.</p>

<p>New South Wales last week blocked UN inspectors from a small courthouse jail, the UN delegation said.</p>

<p>Queensland refused to let inspectors visit inpatient units at mental health facilities, according to the Queensland Health department.</p>

<p>The UN delegation said it had "been prevented from visiting several places where people are detained... and was not given all the relevant information and documentation it had requested".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia's prisons, youth detention centres, and immigration compounds have been plagued by persistent allegations of human rights abuses, particularly against Aboriginal communities.</p>

<p>Criminology professor Lorana Bartels said there was a clear need for greater scrutiny.</p>

<p>"Clearly, there are issues with the management of correctional facilities in Australia," she told AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This demonstrates a real lack of understanding and respect for these processes."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia has until January 2023 to meet its obligations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There are no penalties for missing the deadline, but Australia could be placed on a non-compliance list of countries with significant human rights concerns.</p>


The United Nations has abruptly suspended its anti-torture mission to Australia after inspectors were barred from several jails, with a key oversight body condemning on Monday the "embarrassing debacle".

The United Nations has abruptly suspended its anti-torture mission to Australia after inspectors were barred from several jails, with a key oversight body condemning on Monday the "embarrassing debacle". Tasked with touring facilities under a voluntary agreement to prevent cruelty to detainees, the inspectors said they made the "drastic" decision after they were refused entry at "several" jails and detention facilities. Lead inspector Aisha Muhammad, a Supreme Court judge in the Maldives, said Australia was in "clear breach" of its international obligations. "Despite our numerous efforts to explain our preventative mandate, this was clearly not understood," she said. Only three other countries -- Rwanda, Azerbaijan and Ukraine -- have had anti-torture inspectors suspend or postpone missions. Australia ratified the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture (OPCAT) in 2017, committing to reforms safeguarding detainees and making facilities subject to inspection. Former prison inspector Steven Caruana coordinated the domestic body responsible for tracking Australia's implementation of the convention. "There can really be no excuse as to why the delegation was hindered," he told AFP on Monday. "Australia has had almost five years to prepare for this visit. Australia will now have to answer for this embarrassing debacle in front of the United Nations Committee against Torture." Allegations of rights abuses Australia's refusal to welcome the inspectors boiled down to a funding dispute between the federal and state governments. The federal government ratified the convention, but individual states and territories were responsible for putting it into action. New South Wales and Queensland -- eastern states with roughly half Australia's population between them -- have hamstrung the process, saying they needed more funding to put the convention into practice. New South Wales last week blocked UN inspectors from a small courthouse jail, the UN delegation said. Queensland refused to let inspectors visit inpatient units at mental health facilities, according to the Queensland Health department. The UN delegation said it had "been prevented from visiting several places where people are detained... and was not given all the relevant information and documentation it had requested". Australia's prisons, youth detention centres, and immigration compounds have been plagued by persistent allegations of human rights abuses, particularly against Aboriginal communities. Criminology professor Lorana Bartels said there was a clear need for greater scrutiny. "Clearly, there are issues with the management of correctional facilities in Australia," she told AFP. "This demonstrates a real lack of understanding and respect for these processes." Australia has until January 2023 to meet its obligations. There are no penalties for missing the deadline, but Australia could be placed on a non-compliance list of countries with significant human rights concerns.

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<p>China's Xi Jinping secured a third leadership term, which certainly will have several implications in the political spectrum, especially in terms of the simmering Taiwan issue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Xi introduced a top governing body stacked with loyalists and emerged with even more power over the ruling Communist Party after the five-year congress. He has solidified his place as the country's most powerful ruler since Mao Zedong.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Sunday, the Communist Party also unveiled a major reshuffle in China’s top military leadership. Experts claimed that such changes are clear indications that the People’s Liberation Army will now be even more focused on Taiwan in the coming years.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the reshuffle, General He Weidong was made the second-ranked vice-chairman of the powerful Central Military Commission. The 72-year-old General Zhang Youxia was promoted to first-ranked vice-chairman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to US officials, a conflict&nbsp;over the island is more imminent than ever, and China may invade as early as this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said this month that China has made a "fundamental decision that the status quo was no longer acceptable, and that Beijing was determined to pursue reunification on a much faster timeline."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Tensions have flared up between China and US as Beijing views self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory. China even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China claims that Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will defy China's one-nation policy by pushing for formal independence — a red line for the nation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Beijing maintains that its approach to Taiwan has not changed, but its actions&nbsp;toward the island have become more overt. At its recently concluded congress, the Communist Party for the first time enshrined&nbsp;its opposition to Taiwanese independence in its constitution.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>What are the implications if China attacks Taiwan?</strong></p>

<p>In case China invades Taiwan, it would put a massive impact on the global supply chains as the island is a major supplier of semiconductors—a key component of nearly all modern electronics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It would also incite Western fury, leading to China's isolation and pushing Beijing and Washington closer than ever to a direct military conflict. It put will also put an end to Taiwan's hard-won democratic liberties.&nbsp;</p>

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China's Xi Jinping secured a third leadership term, which certainly will have several implications in the political spectrum, especially in terms of the simmering Taiwan issue.

China's Xi Jinping secured a third leadership term, which certainly will have several implications in the political spectrum, especially in terms of the simmering Taiwan issue. Xi introduced a top governing body stacked with loyalists and emerged with even more power over the ruling Communist Party after the five-year congress. He has solidified his place as the country's most powerful ruler since Mao Zedong. On Sunday, the Communist Party also unveiled a major reshuffle in China’s top military leadership. Experts claimed that such changes are clear indications that the People’s Liberation Army will now be even more focused on Taiwan in the coming years. ALSO READ | Li Qiang, the man poised to become China's next premier In the reshuffle, General He Weidong was made the second-ranked vice-chairman of the powerful Central Military Commission. The 72-year-old General Zhang Youxia was promoted to first-ranked vice-chairman. According to US officials, a conflict over the island is more imminent than ever, and China may invade as early as this year. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said this month that China has made a "fundamental decision that the status quo was no longer acceptable, and that Beijing was determined to pursue reunification on a much faster timeline." WATCH | China: What will be Xi Jinping's challenges in historic third term? × Tensions have flared up between China and US as Beijing views self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory. China even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories. China claims that Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will defy China's one-nation policy by pushing for formal independence — a red line for the nation. Beijing maintains that its approach to Taiwan has not changed, but its actions toward the island have become more overt. At its recently concluded congress, the Communist Party for the first time enshrined its opposition to Taiwanese independence in its constitution. What are the implications if China attacks Taiwan? In case China invades Taiwan, it would put a massive impact on the global supply chains as the island is a major supplier of semiconductors—a key component of nearly all modern electronics. It would also incite Western fury, leading to China's isolation and pushing Beijing and Washington closer than ever to a direct military conflict. It put will also put an end to Taiwan's hard-won democratic liberties. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A 12-year-old girl, whose murderer lead to a ferocious political debate in France, was to be laid to rest on Monday (October 24). The brutal murder of the schoolgirl, identified as Lola, shocked the French capital Paris.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Her body was discovered in a container in the courtyard of her apartment building. French President Emmanuel Macron termed the killing of the young girl as "evil".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The murder also led the critics to accuse Macron's administration, stating that it was not doing enough to stop illegal immigration, to which officials fired back that such criticism was out of place at the time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When Lola's funeral is held later on Monday in the town of Lillers, in her native region of northern France, her family has pleaded for squabbles to be set aside and the young girl to be laid to rest in "respect and dignity".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although the public is welcome to attend the funeral mass, the family requests complete privacy for the burial in the cemetery. Gerald Darmanin, the interior minister and a close ally of Macron, is attending.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I want that Lola's parents have the possibility to live. I hope that people are very sober, discreet and very respectful," the bishop of Arras Olivier Leborgne, who will lead the ceremony, told France 3 TV.</p>

<p><strong>Who is the accused?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>A 24-year-old Algerian-born woman is the main suspect in the case. She was arrested by the police. The woman is named in the press as Dahbia B.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Media reports have stated that she is suffering from psychiatric disorders. She was questioned by the police earlier Monday alongside an older man suspected of sheltering her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A source close to the case told the news agency AFP said that the woman has been charged with the rape and murder of a minor aged under 15. She is also accused of torture and abuse.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The probe into the murder began after that and Lola's body was found inside the container. Reports mentioned that her hands and feet were tied and her body was hidden by a covering of material.&nbsp;</p>

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A 12-year-old girl, whose murderer lead to a ferocious political debate in France, was to be laid to rest on Monday (October 24). The brutal murder of the schoolgirl, identified as Lola, shocked the French capital Paris. Her body was discovered in a container in the courtyard of her apartment building. French President Emmanuel Macron termed the killing of the young girl as "evil". The murder also led the critics to accuse Macron's administration, stating that it was not doing enough to stop illegal immigration, to which officials fired back that such criticism was out of place at the time. When Lola's funeral is held later on Monday in the town of Lillers, in her native region of northern France, her family has pleaded for squabbles to be set aside and the young girl to be laid to rest in "respect and dignity". Although the public is welcome to attend the funeral mass, the family requests complete privacy for the burial in the cemetery. Gerald Darmanin, the interior minister and a close ally of Macron, is attending. "I want that Lola's parents have the possibility to live. I hope that people are very sober, discreet and very respectful," the bishop of Arras Olivier Leborgne, who will lead the ceremony, told France 3 TV. Who is the accused? A 24-year-old Algerian-born woman is the main suspect in the case. She was arrested by the police. The woman is named in the press as Dahbia B. Media reports have stated that she is suffering from psychiatric disorders. She was questioned by the police earlier Monday alongside an older man suspected of sheltering her. A source close to the case told the news agency AFP said that the woman has been charged with the rape and murder of a minor aged under 15. She is also accused of torture and abuse. The probe into the murder began after that and Lola's body was found inside the container. Reports mentioned that her hands and feet were tied and her body was hidden by a covering of material. The autopsy revealed that the young girl died due to "cardio-respiratory failure with signs of asphyxia and cervical compression" and reports mentioned that she had a gash on her neck. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Italy's right-wing leader Giorgia Meloni was sworn in as the nation's Prime Minister on Saturday (October 22), becoming the first woman to lead an Italian government. Meloni guided Italy's first right-wing government since World War II.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ceremony took place at the Quirinal Palace in Rome as Meloni, alongside her cabinet team, took the oath before President Sergio Mattarella.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meloni's Brothers of Italy party won the legislative elections last month on September 25 but needed outside support to form a government. The coalition included Forza Italia, led by former premier Silvio Berlusconi, and Matteo Salvini's League.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The 45-year-old Meloni said: "I swear to be faithful to the republic." She then shook hands with President Sergio Mattarella.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meloni's administration now takes over from a national unity team headed by Mario Draghi, a former president of the European Central Bank.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It must overcome a number of difficult obstacles, including an impending recession, rising energy costs, and how to portray a unified front in the conflict in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;Italy: Meloni to face confidence votes in Parliament next week&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Meloni on Ukraine war&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>While Meloni has vowed to defend Ukraine, Berlusconi has consistently undermined her, blaming Kyiv for the Russian invasion earlier this week and admitting he had exchanged presents and "beautiful letters" with his old buddy, Russian President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Biden congratulates Meloni&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>US President Joe Biden congratulated Meloni, terming Italy a "vital NATO ally and close partner."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"As leaders in the G7, I look forward to continuing to advance our support for Ukraine, hold Russia accountable for its aggression, ensure respect for human rights and democratic values, and build sustainable economic growth," Biden said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

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Italy's right-wing leader Giorgia Meloni was sworn in as the nation's Prime Minister on Saturday (October 22), becoming the first woman to lead an Italian government.

Italy's right-wing leader Giorgia Meloni was sworn in as the nation's Prime Minister on Saturday (October 22), becoming the first woman to lead an Italian government. Meloni guided Italy's first right-wing government since World War II. The ceremony took place at the Quirinal Palace in Rome as Meloni, alongside her cabinet team, took the oath before President Sergio Mattarella. Meloni's Brothers of Italy party won the legislative elections last month on September 25 but needed outside support to form a government. The coalition included Forza Italia, led by former premier Silvio Berlusconi, and Matteo Salvini's League. ALSO READ | China's Xi Jinping further cements power as Communist Party's 20th Congress closes The 45-year-old Meloni said: "I swear to be faithful to the republic." She then shook hands with President Sergio Mattarella. Meloni's administration now takes over from a national unity team headed by Mario Draghi, a former president of the European Central Bank. It must overcome a number of difficult obstacles, including an impending recession, rising energy costs, and how to portray a unified front in the conflict in Ukraine. ALSO READ | Italy: Meloni to face confidence votes in Parliament next week × Meloni on Ukraine war While Meloni has vowed to defend Ukraine, Berlusconi has consistently undermined her, blaming Kyiv for the Russian invasion earlier this week and admitting he had exchanged presents and "beautiful letters" with his old buddy, Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden congratulates Meloni US President Joe Biden congratulated Meloni, terming Italy a "vital NATO ally and close partner." "As leaders in the G7, I look forward to continuing to advance our support for Ukraine, hold Russia accountable for its aggression, ensure respect for human rights and democratic values, and build sustainable economic growth," Biden said in a statement. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Tens of thousands of&nbsp;protesters staged a rally, urging Britain&nbsp;to rejoin the European Union. The protesters&nbsp;called&nbsp;Brexit a failure as they marched on Parliament Square. The centre of London was covered in blue European flags.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per police estimation, around 15,000 protesters were in Westminster, central London on Saturday (October 22) during the planned protests. As quoted by Evening Standard, Peter Corr, the rally co-organiser, said: "It's patriotic to want to re-join the EU."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by the news agency Reuters, one of the protesters Jules Beck said: "It's just all a mess. The fact the economy is tanking is largely to do with leaving the EU."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The march took place while the ruling Conservative party was looking for a new leader after the departure of Liz Truss, Britain's shortest-serving prime minister.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Under the pressure of turmoil in financial markets brought on by economic proposals, Truss resigned after 44 days in office. Several critics have blamed Britain's departure from the EU for poor growth.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although, people are protesting, but the pro-EU protest on Saturday was significantly less than those preceding Britain's withdrawal when attendance was in the hundreds of thousands.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We should negotiate a deal, get the Customs Union back, the single market, and progress from there," as quoted by media reports, activist Steve Bray said on being asked how Britain could re-join the EU. Bray has been protesting against leaving the EU since 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the protesters (unidentified) said: "Because I think it’s one of the biggest mistakes in peacetime that the UK has ever made – to leave the EU. I think we have really hurt ourselves economically but also in terms of basic politics. It really hurt families, communities, the country. I am really worried about the UK getting split up because of it."&nbsp;</p>

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Tens of thousands of protesters staged a rally, urging Britain to rejoin the European Union. The protesters called Brexit a failure as they marched on Parliament Square.

Tens of thousands of protesters staged a rally, urging Britain to rejoin the European Union. The protesters called Brexit a failure as they marched on Parliament Square. The centre of London was covered in blue European flags. As per police estimation, around 15,000 protesters were in Westminster, central London on Saturday (October 22) during the planned protests. As quoted by Evening Standard, Peter Corr, the rally co-organiser, said: "It's patriotic to want to re-join the EU." As quoted by the news agency Reuters, one of the protesters Jules Beck said: "It's just all a mess. The fact the economy is tanking is largely to do with leaving the EU." The march took place while the ruling Conservative party was looking for a new leader after the departure of Liz Truss, Britain's shortest-serving prime minister. Under the pressure of turmoil in financial markets brought on by economic proposals, Truss resigned after 44 days in office. Several critics have blamed Britain's departure from the EU for poor growth. Although, people are protesting, but the pro-EU protest on Saturday was significantly less than those preceding Britain's withdrawal when attendance was in the hundreds of thousands. ALSO READ | A 44-day stint as PM, putting UK economy into turmoil, entitle Liz Truss to $129,000 a year WATCH | UK: Is Britain ready to risk it with Boris Johnson again? × "We should negotiate a deal, get the Customs Union back, the single market, and progress from there," as quoted by media reports, activist Steve Bray said on being asked how Britain could re-join the EU. Bray has been protesting against leaving the EU since 2019. One of the protesters (unidentified) said: "Because I think it’s one of the biggest mistakes in peacetime that the UK has ever made – to leave the EU. I think we have really hurt ourselves economically but also in terms of basic politics. It really hurt families, communities, the country. I am really worried about the UK getting split up because of it." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A recent report, published by The Guardian, stated that as per the UK government's Rwanda-style plans, Lankan refugees seeking shelter from the British-controlled Chagos Islands risk being forcibly deported to a third country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report mentioned that the government lawyers have informed asylum seekers that they will be deported to an undisclosed nation, in case they cannot be sent back to Sri Lanka.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to sources at the Foreign Office, ministers are considering potential agreements with "third nations" willing to take the refugees, with Rwanda being one option. At least 120 Sri Lankans are believed to be housed in Diego Garcia, an island in the Chagos Archipelago.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Mauritius and the UK disagree on who has sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago. The United Nations ruled belonged to Mauritius and ruled it should be handed back to Mauritius.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The UK should permit Sri Lankans to move there, according to those who represent their interests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Global Tamil Forum, an independent advocacy organisation that adheres to the principles of democracy and non-violence, said that it will not get involved in the ongoing controversy. The organisation works in solidarity with Tamil-speaking people in Sri Lanka and other communities in Sri Lanka.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Media outlet The Island sought the GTF's response to the British action of refusing asylum in UK. It asked whether the issue at hand would be raised at the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Responding to this the GTF spokesperson, Suren Surendiran, said, "The GTF, as an organisation that functions internationally and not specifically in a specific country as such, doesn't usually get involved in country-specific matters, outside of Sri Lanka."</p>

<p>"The GTF is predominantly an international advocacy organization. There are various country-specific Tamil organizations. There are also Tamil institutions/organizations, including legal firms, acting and lobbying on immigration policies in the UK and in various other countries," Surendiran added.&nbsp;</p>

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A recent report, published by The Guardian, stated that as per the UK government's Rwanda-style plans, Lankan refugees seeking shelter from the British-controlled Chagos Islands risk being forcibly deported to a third country.

A recent report, published by The Guardian, stated that as per the UK government's Rwanda-style plans, Lankan refugees seeking shelter from the British-controlled Chagos Islands risk being forcibly deported to a third country. The report mentioned that the government lawyers have informed asylum seekers that they will be deported to an undisclosed nation, in case they cannot be sent back to Sri Lanka. According to sources at the Foreign Office, ministers are considering potential agreements with "third nations" willing to take the refugees, with Rwanda being one option. At least 120 Sri Lankans are believed to be housed in Diego Garcia, an island in the Chagos Archipelago. ALSO READ | UK politics: Rishi Sunak formally announces candidacy for PM, says ‘want to fix economy’ Mauritius and the UK disagree on who has sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago. The United Nations ruled belonged to Mauritius and ruled it should be handed back to Mauritius. The UK should permit Sri Lankans to move there, according to those who represent their interests. The Global Tamil Forum, an independent advocacy organisation that adheres to the principles of democracy and non-violence, said that it will not get involved in the ongoing controversy. The organisation works in solidarity with Tamil-speaking people in Sri Lanka and other communities in Sri Lanka. ALSO READ | Salman Rushdie attack: 'The Satanic Verses' author has lost sight in an eye, use of one hand Media outlet The Island sought the GTF's response to the British action of refusing asylum in UK. It asked whether the issue at hand would be raised at the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). Responding to this the GTF spokesperson, Suren Surendiran, said, "The GTF, as an organisation that functions internationally and not specifically in a specific country as such, doesn't usually get involved in country-specific matters, outside of Sri Lanka." "The GTF is predominantly an international advocacy organization. There are various country-specific Tamil organizations. There are also Tamil institutions/organizations, including legal firms, acting and lobbying on immigration policies in the UK and in various other countries," Surendiran added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

UK's Rwanda-style plans to deport Lankan refugees to 'third country': Report

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