Radhika Iyer

'No Change Needed In India-UK Extradition Treaty,' Says Top Official In London

India News | Reported by Radhika Iyer, Edited by Nidhi Sethi | Tuesday July 18, 2017

Even though India's endless wait to bring back flamboyant businessman Vijay Mallya, who is nesting in London, continues, and even though there has been only one extradition from the UK to India since the Extradition treaty was signed in 1992 between the two countries, the Indian Home Secretary said that the agreement is "working just fine".

2,000 Page CBI Dossier To Get Vijay Mallya Extradited Reaches London Court

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Friday July 7, 2017

A 2,000-page dossier has been filed as part of evidence in a London court to secure extradition of fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya wanted by Indian agencies for defaulting on loans of over Rs. 9,000 crore. The Indian government has filed an extradition case against Mr Mallya, who escaped to the UK and has been staying put since March last year.

Clinching Evidence Against Vijay Mallya, Will File 'Strong Case': CBI Sources

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Thursday July 6, 2017

UK's Crown Prosecution Service will file evidence against fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya - who is wanted by Indian agencies for defaulting on loans of over Rs 9,000 crore - on behalf of the Central Bureau of Investigation or CBI in a magistrate court in London today.

International Yoga Day 2017: London's Trafalgar Square Unites For Peace

Indians Abroad | Written by Radhika Iyer | Wednesday June 21, 2017

Usually bustling with visitors, London's Trafalgar Square witnessed a different kind of gathering on Sunday. Hundreds gathered at the iconic location to perform and celebrate Yoga, at an event organised by the Indian High Commission to mark the third International Yoga Day.

UK Parliament Attack: Car Mows Down People, Cop Stabbed - 10 Points

World News | Reported by Radhika Iyer, Edited by Abhishek Chakraborty | Thursday March 23, 2017

The British parliament was locked down on Wednesday after an attack was reported near it, in the heart of London, after 2:30 pm local time. Eyewitnesses said a black car ploughed into several people near the Westminster Bridge and crashed into the railings of the Palace of Westminster. A man got out with two 8-inch knives and attacked a policeman w...

When Halwa, Gujiya Were Served At Queen's Party

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Tuesday February 28, 2017

Raj puri, halwa, gujiya and tandoori chicken were served at the Buckingham Palace on Monday for Queen Elizabeth's grand party to mark the UK-India Year of Culture 2017. The royal chefs cooked up thousands of Indian-themed canapes for the event.

Buckingham Palace To Go Jai Ho As UK-India Year Of Culture Kicks Off

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Monday February 27, 2017

On what is predicted by weather experts as a rainy morning, it is likely to rain Indian music at the famous Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the Queen of England.

Stuck With Worthless Cash After Notes Ban, Indians Abroad Get Innovative

Indians Abroad | Written by Radhika Iyer | Thursday December 8, 2016

With less than a month to go for the deadline to exchange or deposit old 500 and 1,000 rupee notes, much of the non-resident Indian or NRI community is still stumped with what to do with their share of scrapped currency.

3 Questions Indian Techies Want PM Modi To Ask UK's Theresa May Today

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Monday November 7, 2016

Prime Minister Theresa May has promised to ease entry for Indian businessmen into the UK with a fast-track visa service, as she began a three-day visit to India focused on trade and investment.

Britain's Theresa May In India On 3-Day Visit, To Meet PM Modi Today

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Monday November 7, 2016

British Prime Minister Theresa May arrived in Delhi on Sunday evening on a three-day India visit. This is her first bilateral engagement outside Europe since taking office in July.

Surrogacy Rules Wipe Out Hope For Childless Couples In Britain

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Monday October 17, 2016

Days after NDTV brought you the story of an Indian-origin British couple struggling to get back their frozen embryos from India after the commercial surrogacy ban, many couples in London have come forward with a similar plea to the Indian government.

Hashtag Jail: Trolls Warned In England

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Thursday October 13, 2016

The police in England and Wales are not quite going to 'like' your post if you make insulting remarks, intimidate, border at hate speech, or tried bullying. A new guideline by the country's senior-most prosecutor says a 'grossly offensive' message can attract a penalty with a jail term.

Surrogacy Rules Wipe Out UK Couple's Family Dreams

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Wednesday October 12, 2016

A UK base, Indian-origin couple are unable to receive frozen embryos they shipped to India for surrogacy three years ago, after the government suggested changes to existing surrogacy rules.

'No Taking Our Jobs': UK's New Rules Make It Tough To Hire Indians

World News | Reported by Radhika Iyer (with inputs from PTI) | Wednesday October 5, 2016

The UK on Tuesday unveiled plans to further its crackdown on immigration through "work and study routes" from non-EU nations, in a move that is expected to make it difficult for British firms to hire professionals from countries like India.

Indian-Origin Engineer's Solar 'Tuk-Tuk' Turns Heads At UK Exhibition

Indians Abroad | Written by Radhika Iyer | Thursday September 15, 2016

A solar-powered auto-rickshaw - Tuk-Tuk - an initiative of an Indian-origin engineer Naveen Rabelli, turned many heads at Low Carbon Vehicle Exhibition being held in the UK.

'Not Possible To Be Proper Backbench MP': David Cameron Quits Parliament

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Tuesday September 13, 2016

Two months after resigning as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom over Britain's exit from the European Union (EU), David Cameron has now stepped down as MP of Witney in England. His resignation has triggered a by election in the Oxfordshire seat.

World's First 'Masala' Bond Adds Spice At London Stock Exchange

NDTV Profit Team | Monday August 1, 2016

The first ever rupee-denominated bond in the world by an Indian company was launched today by HDFC Ltd. Termed as 'masala bond', the company's chairman Deepak Parekh launched it in the land of James Bond!

Theresa May, Collector Of Over 100 Cookbooks, Has Recipe For Divided Britain

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Thursday July 14, 2016

Britain's new Prime Minister Theresa May loves cooking and is known to have collected over 100 cookbooks. So what's her recipe going to be for a divided Britain as she takes on as PM from David Cameron?

Racial Abuse Spirals In UK Post-Brexit, Indians Among The Targets

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Tuesday June 28, 2016

More than a hundred incidents of racial abuse and hate crimes have been reported in UK since she voted to leave the European Union last week. The targets were not only Europeans but people of colour, including Indians.

Vijay Mallya's Presence At UK Event Not Envoy's Fault: Sushma Swaraj

India News | Reported by Sandeep Phukan and Radhika Iyer, Edited by Anindita Sanyal | Monday June 20, 2016

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today said business tycoon Vijay Mallya -- who has been declared a proclaimed offender after defaulting on loans worth $1 billion -- was not invited to the book launch event by the organisers or the Indian high commission.

Britain Mourns Jo Cox, Killed In Daylight Attack Before EU Vote

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Friday June 17, 2016

The British flag flew at half-mast over the UK parliament as the nation mourned lawmaker Jo Cox who was killed in a shock daylight street attack in her home town in northern England on Thursday. The murder of the pro-European Union lawmaker has halted campaigning for the referendum on Britain's membership in the bloc just a week before the crucial ...

'Leave EU, Face Recession': George Osborne's Warning For Britain

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Wednesday June 15, 2016

George Osborne, the man in charge of UK's exchequer, is seeking divine intervention at London's famed Swami Narayan Mandir. The Chancellor of exchequer told NDTV that an exit from the European Union could mean an 'economic shock, a recession for Britain'.

'Europe Mein Rehna Hai': David Cameron on Why Britain Should Remain In EU

World News | Radhika Iyer | Saturday June 11, 2016

With less than a fortnight to go for the UK to hold a referendum on whether it should remain or leave the European Union, Prime Minister David Cameron says leaving the EU may mean dangerous consequences including losing jobs and safety in the UK. Speaking exclusively to NDTV's Radhika Iyer, the Prime Minister listed three top reasons why one should...

Confusion Over Merger Of PIO, OCI Cards, High Commission Says 'No Panic'

Indians Abroad | Written by Radhika Iyer | Sunday June 12, 2016

The merger of Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) schemes, as announced by the Centre is turning out to be a confusing exercise for thousands of expats as the deadline for the conversion of cards nears on June 30.

Ex Wipro Employee Who Was Allegedly Called 'Bitch' By Colleagues Wins Case

Indians Abroad | Written by Radhika Iyer | Wednesday May 4, 2016

Shreya Ukil took Indian IT giant Wipro to court in 2014 making stunning allegations of sex discrimination, unfair dismissal and verbal abuse by her colleagues in London.

What PM Modi Said When He Met His Wax Twin

India News | Reported by Radhika Iyer, Edited by Raija Susan Panicker | Wednesday April 20, 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi (wax version) in New Delhi on Monday, before the latter flies to London to take up residence at the famous Madame Tussauds from April 28.

Who Will Be London's Next Mayor? Meet The Candidates: Full Transcript

World News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Wednesday April 20, 2016

NDTV's Radhika Iyer interviews the two top contenders on the big issues that London will keep in mind before voting on May 5.

Madame Tussauds Soon To Have PM Modi As A Resident

India News | Reported by Radhika Iyer, Edited by Anindita Sanyal | Thursday March 17, 2016

Come April and the Indian community in London is expected to make a beeline for the famed Madame Tussauds wax museum near Baker. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon join a host of celebrities, world leaders, historical figures and royalty - as a wax figure.

Vijay Mallya? 'We Know VJ, The Rich Man From India With Big Cars'

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Friday March 11, 2016

The iron gates at the king-size countryside home of Vijay Mallya in England, firmly closed to the media, open mostly to visitors in fancy cars.

Chasing Vijay Mallya, From London To His 'Secret' Country Home

India News | Written by Radhika Iyer | Thursday March 10, 2016

The world's most famous can be seen at the Madame Tussauds wax museum on Baker Street in the heart of London. Two buildings away is the home of industrialist Vijay Mallya.