LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has concluded the deal created a monopoly in the UK licensed online sports spread betting market, effectively eliminating competition in that sector. The CMA published its original Phase 2 decision on this case in November 2024, finding the deal would substantially lessen competition in the UK's licensed online sports spread betting market. Whilst it offered undertaki...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh attended a reception at British Embassy Tokyo celebrating the expansion of the MUSUBI Initiative, strengthening UK-Japan ties. * Three new programmes were announced aimed at empowering youth, promoting sustainable development, and enhancing cultural exchange. * The MUSUBI Initiative is an innovative public-private partnership to grow future Japanese leaders through spo...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The British Embassy in Panama invites civil society organisations to submit proposals for the Open Data for Green Growth Fund, an initiative aimed at strengthening inclusive governance and the strategic use of public data in Panama. This edition focuses on building basic capacities for entrepreneurs and local organisations to explore how open data can support sustainable and regenerative business models li...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This marks a significant step forward in the national effort to reduce reoffending and support prisoner rehabilitation by demonstrating the positive impact of employment opportunities for serving prisoners. Now nine months into operation, the initiative allows suitably qualified prisoners to be employed on Release on Temporary Licence (ROTL) within HMP Leyhill, working directly in fully paid trade positions wit...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Over 25 businesses will benefit from expert advice, business grants and measurable plans, with the potential to create over 50 jobs, support 90 people into employment and enable 30 young people to achieve formal qualifications. This next phase of funding ensures that local people and businesses can take full advantage of opportunities arising from high value growth developments and industries in Gwynedd and bey...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * MI6's dark web portal will help recruit new spies by offering secure route to contact the UK. * Instructions on how to access new portal - Silent Courier - revealed as the UK targets agents in Russia and around the world. * Announcement backed by the largest investment in defence since the Cold War, ensuring that Britain and our allies are safe. A new dark web portal to recruit spies for the UK has been launc...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Latest UK sanctions target Georgia's hidden supporters of Russia. * Move tightens pressure on Russia's international support network. * Sanctions come amid increasing Russian influence in Georgia. The UK has announced new sanctions targeting Georgia-linked supporters of Putin's illegal war in Ukraine. As Russia's war footing weakens, the Kremlin is increasingly looking to proxies in third countries to suppor...
LONDON, Sept. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Paper Training Record Books (TRBs) will begin to be phased out and relaunched as a digital app this year, bringing a host of additional benefits to seafarer cadets, instructors and employers. Developed by the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB), the new eTRB includes fully updated content and reflects the outcomes of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's (MCA) Cadet, Training & Modernisation (CT&M) project. Wor...
Kolkata, September 18, 2025 -- Bandhan Life Insurance, the life insurance arm of Bandhan Group, reported a claim settlement ratio of 99.73% for the fiscal year 2024-2025, positioning itself as one of the most dependable insurers in the country. This figure represents the proportion of claims paid out to policyholders' families and serves as a critical indicator of a company’s commitment to ensuring their financial security. “Our objective has always been to create a seamless and empathetic clai...
India, Sept. 18 -- The pharma industry is full of opportunities where every handshake with a doctor, chemist, or distributor can open the door to a thousand patients. In a rapidly evolving pharmaceutical world, Sales teams remain burdened with high expectations and tight deadlines to strengthen relationships and stay ahead of competitors. With endless talks, data scattered to multiple systems, and preparing reports, efficiency tends to be deprioritized. This is where WHSuites Pharma CRM position...