Telugu cinema star Chiranjeevi was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to “cultural influence and public service” by London-based thinktank Bridge India at the UK’s House of Commons.

Chiranjeevi receives Lifetime Achievement Award at UK’s House of Commons

The European Union excludes the United States, the United Kingdom, and Turkiye from the rearmament fund, imposing specific conditions for future participation in the initiative.

EU dumps US, UK & Turkiye from rearmament fund, sets conditions on joining plan

The one-of-a-kind 98 kg gold toilet was stolen in under five minutes from Blenheim Palace, in the predawn hours of September 14, 2019. It was one of Britain's most bizarre heists. More than five years later, two men have been found guilty over the theft of a solid gold toilet from the birthplace of Winston Churchill.

UK court finds two men guilty over gold toilet theft

A UK teenager who killed three family members and planned to surpass infamous US massacres has been sentenced to a minimum of 49 years in prison. His goal was to become "the world's most famous school shooter of the 21st century." Authorities uncovered his disturbing plot before he could carry out further attacks. Watch in for more details!

UK teen gets 49 years for killing family & planning massacre

A UK teenager who killed three family members and planned to surpass infamous US massacres has been sentenced to a minimum of 49 years in prison. His goal was to become "the world's most famous school shooter of the 21st century." Authorities uncovered his disturbing plot before he could carry out further attacks.

UK teen who killed family & planned school massacre gets 49 years

The UK's labor government has announced plans to cut disability welfare payments, aiming to save over $6.4 billion by 2030. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall outlined these reforms, citing the need to narrow eligibility for the personal independence payment, which is currently available to both working and non-working individuals with disabilities.

UK announces controversial cuts to disability welfare payments

UK MP Lord Karan Bilimoria has called for an early conclusion of India-UK FTA. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, he said, 'We need to do this deal & 'this FTA will bring trade to $100 bn. Let's do the deal".

Lord Karan Bilimoria is a member of the House of Lords, the upper chamber of the UK Parliament. Born on November 26, 1961, in Hyderabad, India, Karan Faridoon Bilimoria is a British-Indian businessman and of Zoroastrian Parsi descent. 

He termed the attack on the Indian High Commission by Khalistani extremists as 'completely unacceptable'. The Khalistani extremists were involved in the attack on the Indian High Commission in 2024. 

He also lauded the role of the 2 million-strong Indian diaspora in the UK.

UK MP Lord Karan Bilimoria: Need to conclude FTA; Slams attack on Indian High commission

Germany's Merz expressed interest in holding talks with France and the UK about the possibility of sharing nuclear capabilities. The proposal aims to strengthen European security and cooperation on defense matters.

Germany wants France, UK to boost US shield

UK is banning mobile phones in schools. Mobile phones will be prohibited in schools across England under new government guidance. The guidance is not statutory and offers schools a variety of ways to implement the ban.

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Britain's government said Wednesday it has expelled a Russian diplomat and a diplomatic spouse in a tit-for-tat response to the expulsion of two British embassy staff in Moscow earlier this week. Watch this report for more details!

UK expels Russian diplomat and diplomatic spouse

The UK government has expelled a Russian diplomat and his spouse in response to Russia's expulsion of two British Embassy staff in Moscow earlier in the week.

Britain expels Russian diplomat as tensions with Moscow escalate

The UK government pledged to clean up Lake Windermere, a sewage-clogged beauty spot that has come to symbolize the filthy state of Britain’s waterways. Watch this report for more details!

UK government vows to clean up Lake Windermere

UK&rsquo;s Tower Bridge has been closed on Monday (Mar 10) after a man climbed up the iconic landmark in London. This comes two days after a pro-Palestinian protester caused chaos after climbing the Elizabeth Tower.
The man safely came down from the bridge and the bridge was reopened, according to the authorities.
&ldquo;The man has safely come down from the railings on Tower Bridge,&rdquo; City of London Police posted on X.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-man-who-climbed-big-ben-tower-with-palestinian-flag-comes-down-after-16-hours-8836020">WATCH: Man who climbed Big Ben tower with Palestinian flag comes down after 16 hours</a>
The Tower Bridge authorities confirmed, &ldquo;Tower Bridge has now reopened. Visitors with pre-booked tickets will be accommodated all day.&rdquo;
Earlier, the police said, &ldquo;Tower Bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a person who has scaled the railings. Please avoid the area where possible.&rdquo;
The pictures and video of the incident captured by onlookers were shared on social media as the crowd gathered around the area.
The man can be seen wearing a hooded top as he balances over the iconic crossing in London.
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This dude just chilling on Tower Bridge right now. Traffic and boats all disrupted. <a href="https://t.co/MZiptD5FN8">pic.twitter.com/MZiptD5FN8</a>
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Emergency services, including firefighters, arrived at the bridge. London Fire Brigade said, &ldquo;Firefighters are responding alongside the police service to reports of a person on Tower Bridge.&rdquo;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/london-police-shut-down-big-ben-area-as-barefoot-protester-climbs-famous-clock-tower-8835208">London Police shut down Big Ben area as barefoot protester climbs famous clock tower</a>
&ldquo;The Brigade was first called about the incident at 1040, and firefighters from Lambeth River, Whitechapel, Edmonton and Soho fire stations are at the scene.&rdquo;
<h2>Man arrested for climbing Elizabeth Tower</h2>
On Saturday (Mar 8) a man scaled the Elizabeth Tower containing Big Ben in Westminster. He stayed on the tower for 16 hours and waved a Palestinian flag.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-summons-uk-diplomat-after-pro-khalistani-man-breached-security-during-jaishankars-london-visit-8829404">India summons UK diplomat after pro-Khalistani man breached security during Jaishankar's London visit</a>
Daniel Day, 29, of Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, was arrested and charged with causing public nuisance and trespassing on a protected site, according to the Metropolitan Police.
He was arrested and taken to St Thomas' Hospital for treatment.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending | “Tower Bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a person who has scaled the railings,” the City of London Police posted on X.

UK’s Tower Bridge has been closed on Monday (Mar 10) after a man climbed up the iconic landmark in London. This comes two days after a pro-Palestinian protester caused chaos after climbing the Elizabeth Tower. The man safely came down from the bridge and the bridge was reopened, according to the authorities. “The man has safely come down from the railings on Tower Bridge,” City of London Police posted on X. Also read | WATCH: Man who climbed Big Ben tower with Palestinian flag comes down after 16 hours The Tower Bridge authorities confirmed, “Tower Bridge has now reopened. Visitors with pre-booked tickets will be accommodated all day.” Earlier, the police said, “Tower Bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a person who has scaled the railings. Please avoid the area where possible.” The pictures and video of the incident captured by onlookers were shared on social media as the crowd gathered around the area. The man can be seen wearing a hooded top as he balances over the iconic crossing in London. This dude just chilling on Tower Bridge right now. Traffic and boats all disrupted. pic.twitter.com/MZiptD5FN8 — Dale Matthew Hudson (@LycoApollo) March 10, 2025 Emergency services, including firefighters, arrived at the bridge. London Fire Brigade said, “Firefighters are responding alongside the police service to reports of a person on Tower Bridge.” Also read | London Police shut down Big Ben area as barefoot protester climbs famous clock tower “The Brigade was first called about the incident at 1040, and firefighters from Lambeth River, Whitechapel, Edmonton and Soho fire stations are at the scene.” Man arrested for climbing Elizabeth Tower On Saturday (Mar 8) a man scaled the Elizabeth Tower containing Big Ben in Westminster. He stayed on the tower for 16 hours and waved a Palestinian flag. Also read | India summons UK diplomat after pro-Khalistani man breached security during Jaishankar's London visit Daniel Day, 29, of Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, was arrested and charged with causing public nuisance and trespassing on a protected site, according to the Metropolitan Police. He was arrested and taken to St Thomas' Hospital for treatment. (With inputs from agencies)

UK’s iconic Tower Bridge briefly closed as man climbs up and sits on railings

A major Russian spy network has been exposed in the UK, with Jan Marsalek suspected of hiding in Russia under FSB protection. Three Bulgarians have been found guilty of espionage in London. Reports suggest Marsalek played a role in supplying drones to Russia for the Ukraine war. He was also at the center of a $2 billion fraud in Germany and remains one of Europe’s most wanted figures.

Russian spy ring: Three Bulgarians found guilty of spying for Russia from UK

Russian Spy Ring: Marsalek's Secret Role Exposed | UK News |  | World News | WION

Russian spy ring exposed in UK: Marsalek's secret role

France will consider extending the protection of its nuclear arsenal to its allies, French President Emmanuel Macron said, while warning that Europe needs to be ready for the United States to not "remain by our side" in the Ukraine war. Watch to know more!

France and UK pressure to expand nuclear protection

The London Eye, one of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, turns 25! Originally built to mark the new millennium, this engineering marvel continues to captivate millions with its stunning views of London. A true symbol of innovation, the London Eye remains the country’s most visited tourist attraction.

London Eye celebrates 25 years as UK's iconic landmark

The Ministry of External Affairs, in its official statement, condemned the security breach during S Jaishankar's UK visit. The MEA said, "We expect the host government in such cases to fully live up to their diplomatic obligations." Watch this report for more details!

Indian EAM Jaishankar faces security breach during his UK visit

UK's London Eye marks its 25th year of towering over the capital. Watch in for more details!

London Eye: UK's crown jewel turns 25

India's MEA reacts to security breach during Jaishankar's UK visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has written to Donald Trump as the US president urges Congress to push for an end to the war. While Zelensky expresses gratitude for US military aid, he also lays down conditions for peace efforts

Zelensky says Ukraine is 'grateful' for US military aid

Zelensky writes to Trump as war talks intensify in US

US Vice President JD Vance took a jibe at the UK PM Keir Starmer, dismissing his &lsquo;coalition of the willing&rsquo; to secure Ukraine, saying that a mineral deal giving the US an economic upside would be a more effective security guarantee.
During an interview with Fox News on Monday (Mar 3), Vance said, &ldquo;If you want to actually ensure that Vladimir Putin does not invade Ukraine again, the very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine. That is a way better security guarantee than 20,000 troops from some random country that hasn't fought a war in 30 or 40 years.&rdquo;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-give-americans-stake-in-ukraine-that-will-be-best-security-guarantee-us-vp-jd-vance-8776042">WATCH | Give Americans stake in Ukraine, that will be 'best security guarantee': JD Vance</a>
&ldquo;The security guarantee and also the economic guarantee for Ukraine is to rebuild the country and ensure that America has a long-term interest,&rdquo; he added.
<h2>Vance&rsquo;s remarks ignite fury among UK lawmakers</h2>
British Liberal Democrat politician and MP Helen Maguire accused the US vice president of &ldquo;erasing from history&rdquo; the hundreds of British troops who fought and lost their lives alongside American soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.&nbsp;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/determined-to-continue-operation-with-us-ukraine-to-not-rule-out-negotiations-after-trump-halts-military-aid-8777917">&lsquo;Determined to continue operation with US&rsquo;: Ukraine to not rule out negotiations after Trump halts military aid</a>
&ldquo;Six of my own regiment, the Royal Military Police, didn&rsquo;t return home from Iraq,&rdquo; she wrote on X. &ldquo;This is a sinister attempt to deny that reality. Vance has demeaned his office.&rdquo;
Maguire, who is a former captain in the Royal Military Police who served in Iraq, added that the UK's ambassador, Lord Peter Mandelson, should demand an apology from Vance, according to Sky News.
Tory MP and shadow defence secretary James Cartlidge took to X, calling Vance&rsquo;s remarks &ldquo;deeply disrespectful&rdquo;.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-hails-trumps-move-to-halt-military-aid-to-ukraine-volodymyr-zelensky-ukraine-war-8777663">&lsquo;Best contribution to peace&rsquo;: Russia hails Trump&rsquo;s move of halting military aid to Ukraine</a>
He noted that NATO&rsquo;s Article 5 has only been invoked once by the US after 9/11. The article states that if a member country is attacked, all other members will come to its aid.
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NATO Article 5 has been invoked once - on 12/9/01 by 🇺🇸, after 9/11. 🇬🇧 &amp;🇫🇷 came to their aid deploying 1,000s of personnel to Afghanistan, including my own brother &amp; numerous parliamentary colleagues, past &amp; present. It&rsquo;s deeply disrespectful to ignore such service &amp; sacrifice. <a href="https://t.co/qMUaSKF7tT">https://t.co/qMUaSKF7tT</a>
&mdash; James Cartlidge MP 🇬🇧 🇺🇦 (@jcartlidgemp) <a href="https://twitter.com/jcartlidgemp/status/1896873982097576071?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 4, 2025</a></blockquote>

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&ldquo;Britain and France came to their aid, deploying [thousands] of personnel to Afghanistan, including my own brother and numerous parliamentary colleagues, past and present,&rdquo; he added.
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s deeply disrespectful to ignore such service &amp; sacrifice.&rdquo;
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World: “The security guarantee and also the economic guarantee for Ukraine is to rebuild the country and ensure that America has a long-term interest,” US Vice President JD Vance said.

US Vice President JD Vance took a jibe at the UK PM Keir Starmer, dismissing his ‘coalition of the willing’ to secure Ukraine, saying that a mineral deal giving the US an economic upside would be a more effective security guarantee. During an interview with Fox News on Monday (Mar 3), Vance said, “If you want to actually ensure that Vladimir Putin does not invade Ukraine again, the very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine. That is a way better security guarantee than 20,000 troops from some random country that hasn't fought a war in 30 or 40 years.” Also read | WATCH | Give Americans stake in Ukraine, that will be 'best security guarantee': JD Vance “The security guarantee and also the economic guarantee for Ukraine is to rebuild the country and ensure that America has a long-term interest,” he added. Vance’s remarks ignite fury among UK lawmakers British Liberal Democrat politician and MP Helen Maguire accused the US vice president of “erasing from history” the hundreds of British troops who fought and lost their lives alongside American soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. Also read | ‘Determined to continue operation with US’: Ukraine to not rule out negotiations after Trump halts military aid “Six of my own regiment, the Royal Military Police, didn’t return home from Iraq,” she wrote on X. “This is a sinister attempt to deny that reality. Vance has demeaned his office.” Maguire, who is a former captain in the Royal Military Police who served in Iraq, added that the UK's ambassador, Lord Peter Mandelson, should demand an apology from Vance, according to Sky News. Tory MP and shadow defence secretary James Cartlidge took to X, calling Vance’s remarks “deeply disrespectful”. Also read | ‘Best contribution to peace’: Russia hails Trump’s move of halting military aid to Ukraine He noted that NATO’s Article 5 has only been invoked once by the US after 9/11. The article states that if a member country is attacked, all other members will come to its aid. NATO Article 5 has been invoked once - on 12/9/01 by 🇺🇸, after 9/11. 🇬🇧 &🇫🇷 came to their aid deploying 1,000s of personnel to Afghanistan, including my own brother & numerous parliamentary colleagues, past & present. It’s deeply disrespectful to ignore such service & sacrifice. https://t.co/qMUaSKF7tT — James Cartlidge MP 🇬🇧 🇺🇦 (@jcartlidgemp) March 4, 2025 “Britain and France came to their aid, deploying [thousands] of personnel to Afghanistan, including my own brother and numerous parliamentary colleagues, past and present,” he added. “It’s deeply disrespectful to ignore such service & sacrifice.” (With inputs from agencies)

‘Deeply disrespectful’: UK MPs demand apology from JD Vance, accuse him of ‘erasing history’

Tensions rise as reports suggest the US is losing confidence in Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. With Trump considering halting military aid and European allies struggling to mediate, Ukraine’s leadership faces growing pressure. Can Zelensky navigate these geopolitical challenges, or is change inevitable?

Trump-Zelensky meet: US-Ukraine rift grows as pressure mounts on Zelensky

Zelensky under pressure as US-Ukraine rift deepens over war strategy

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European leaders, including Italy’s Giorgia Meloni, gathered in London for crucial Ukraine talks. Zelensky urged for continued support as the UK and France discussed a potential peace plan. With growing geopolitical tensions, can the West remain united in its support for Ukraine?

European leaders hold high-stakes ukraine talks as Zelensky seeks support

With the war in Ukraine at a critical juncture, European leaders, including Italy’s Giorgia Meloni and UK’s Keir Starmer, have gathered in London for a high-stakes summit. Zelensky seeks renewed support, while Meloni warns of the "very, very important" need to keep the West united.

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