LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Sunder Katwala Sunder Katwala is the Director of British Future, an independent, non-partisan thinktank and charity. The organisation engages with questions of identity, immigration and integration, seeking to build confidence and common ground in a changing Britain. Since May 2026, Sunder has been a Commissioner of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, and is a member of the Independent Commission on Communi...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The charity was set up to advance religion, promote education, support social welfare, build religious harmony and offer relief to victims of disasters. It operates in the UK and internationally. Last month the Commission received a complaint alleging the charity and its partners had connections to Hamas, a proscribed terrorist organisation. It also alleged the charity had funded the organisation. The regulator i...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Chief Constable Simon Chesterman has added his own voice to the growing concern expressed by police leaders at the potential early release from prison of two men who were involved in the death of PC Andrew Harper: "As a serving Chief Constable who spent the majority of my police service in Thames Valley Police, I feel compelled to demonstrate solidarity with PC Andrew Harper's family, and his friends and colleagu...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK has opened applications for 3 flagship programmes that will help emerging Pakistani leaders, researchers and entrepreneurs access world-class education, develop innovative ideas and build international networks. Chevening Scholarships offer fully-funded one-year master's degrees at UK universities for individuals who can demonstrate leadership, influence and a clear vision for impact. The Chevening Oxford ...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * CMA proposes to prevent Aldi and Lidl from blocking rival supermarkets opening close to their stores * Provisional decisions find that Aldi, Lidl GB and Lidl NI are 'Large Grocery Retailers' * CMA is seeking views before making a final decision Following a review, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally decided that Aldi, Lidl GB and Lidl NI should be subject to rules set out in th...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * As many as 10 new venture capital funds to be launched across the UK expanding access to venture capital beyond London * Economic Secretary to the Treasury visited Sheffield and Leeds to meet businesses, lenders and investors supporting regional growth Investors in early-stage companies across the UK can access a multi-million-pound investment boost as the Chancellor backs growth in every postcode through the n...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Spokespersons for the governments of the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy said: August 7th is a date when we remember the grave consequences of Russian imperialism. On this day in 2008 the Russian Federation took military action against Georgia, further damaging Georgia's territorial integrity by occupying the Georgian regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. 18 years after the Russian aggression, we reaf...
LONDON, Aug. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ofqual has updated its interactive map ahead of this year's results days, giving students,policymakersand the public amore detailed regionalpicture of qualification outcomes across England. Itis the firsttimequalificationresultsand uptakebysubject atlocal authority levelwillbepublishedon results daysandcomesas local leaders are handed greatercontrol over decisions which shape their areas. The Ofqual Analytics pl...
Tirupati, Aug. 6 -- Tattva Wellness Spa, part of Elementia Wellness Pvt. Ltd., has opened a new outlet in the 'spiritual capital of Andhra Pradesh' at Courtyard by Marriott, Tirupati. Located on Tiruchanoor Road in Padmavathipuram, it offers a beautiful break to both pilgrims and business travellers alike. The spa is conveniently located close to Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, one of the world's most visited pilgrimage sites. Featuring two elegantly designed therapy rooms with an attached shower...
India, Aug. 6 -- The new integrated centre brings together advanced diagnostics, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), Cold Plunge, Infrared Sauna and expert-led care under one roof, expanding Biopeak's personalised and longitudinal approach to preventive healthcare. Bengaluru, 6th August 2026: India is still one of the world's youngest large economies, with a median age of under 38. But beneath that demographic advantage, a quieter shift is already underway. Fertility rates have fallen to...