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Tale Of Two Elections: How Voters In UK, France Turned On Their Leaders

Edited by Samiran Mishra | Friday July 05, 2024, New Delhi

Elections in both the United Kingdom and France reflected voter discontent. While France has seen a rise in the far-right National Rally (RN) party, the UK has witnessed a resurgence by the Labour Party.

Chinese Tech Firm Showcase New AI Innovations Despite US Sanctions

Reuters | Friday July 05, 2024, Shanghai

Chinese tech companies, from industry giants to ambitious startups, converged at the World AI Conference in Shanghai this week to showcase their latest innovations and express strong support for the country's artificial intelligence sector.

PM Modi Congratulates Keir Starmer For Win, Has A Message For Rishi Sunak

Edited by Chandrajit Mitra | Friday July 05, 2024, New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today congratulated Keir Starmer on winning the UK elections and said he was looking forward to a positive collaboration with the Labour leader. He also had a message for outgoing prime minister Rishi Sunak.

Nestle's French Unit Faces Charges In Pizza Contamination Case

Agence France-Presse | Friday July 05, 2024, Paris

Nestle's French subsidiary has been charged in a case involving contaminated pizzas that are suspected of having led to the death of two children, the company said Friday.

How Much Does A UK Prime Minister Earn? A Breakdown Of Perks And Benefits

Edited by Amit Chaturvedi | Friday July 05, 2024

The job of a PM has never been astronomically well-paid compared with other professions of similar responsibility.

UK Labour's Landslide Election Victory Lifts European Stock Markets

Agence France-Presse | Friday July 05, 2024, London

Europe's stock markets rose in opening deals on Friday as investors digested news that Labour, as expected, clinched a landslide election victory in Britain to end 14 years of Conservative rule.

Keir Starmer Reflects On Labour's Remarkable Journey To Victory

Ailbhe Rea, Bloomberg | Friday July 05, 2024

On the eve of polls opening in the UK general election, Keir Starmer allowed himself a moment to reflect on how far he had come since he became leader of the Labour Party four-and-a-half years ago.

Labour Party Ends Conservative Era: Key Moments Of Conservative Rule In UK

Reuters | Friday July 05, 2024, London

Britain's Labour Party won a parliamentary election on Friday, bringing to an end 14 years of Conservative Party-led government that saw the country weather one of the more turbulent periods in its post-World War Two political history.

UK Says No To AI. Virtual Candidate Finishes Last In Polls

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Friday July 05, 2024

AI Steve was designed to engage with voters in real time on various issues and offer policy ideas. It could handle up to 10,000 conversations simultaneously.

Opinion | UK Elections: Mending India-Labour Relations Won't Be Easy For Starmer

Syed Zubair Ahmed | Friday July 05, 2024

The relations between the UK's Labour Party and the Indian government are complex, influenced by historical ties, diaspora politics, and divergent policy priorities. Addressing such challenges will require nuanced diplomacy.

Co-Flier Recalls Meeting Indian-Origin Woman Who Died Mid-Flight: "Her Innocent Face..."

Edited by Amit Chaturvedi | Friday July 05, 2024

Manpreet Kaur was studying in Melbourne and wanted to become a chef. Her body cannot leave Australia because she died from tuberculosis.

Labour Dominates Scotland, Scottish National Party Suffers Major Setback

Agence France-Presse | Friday July 05, 2024, London

Scotland's pro-separatist Scottish National Party was virtually wiped out at the UK general election on Friday, suffering a devastating blow to its withering independence movement.

Suella Braverman, Satvir Kaur Among Indian-Origin Leaders Who Won In UK Poll

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Friday July 05, 2024

The latest trends in the United Kingdom election results show the Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, is on course for a landslide victory. Of

Greece Will Now Work 6 Days A Week, Labour Unions Call It "Barbaric"

Edited by Muskaan Sharma | Friday July 05, 2024

As more European countries move towards a shorter, 4-day working week, workers in Greece will have to work for six days every week in a new government initiative aimed at boosting productivity and employment across the nation.

Indian-Origin Suella Braverman, Under Fire For Immigration Remarks, Wins In UK Polls

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Friday July 05, 2024, London

Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman won the newly-created Fareham and Waterlooville constituency in the 2024 UK general election.