United Kingdom

Country United Kingdom
Capital London
Continent Europe
Currency Pound sterling(GBP)
Languages English, Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Scots, Ulster-Scots, Welsh & Cornish

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The United Kingdom has historically played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith in the 19th century, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the earth's surface. The first half of the 20th century saw the UK's strength seriously depleted in two World Wars and the Irish republic withdraw from the union. The second half witnessed the dismantling of the Empire and the UK rebuilding itself into a modern and prosperous European nation. As one of five permanent members of the UN Security Council, a founding member of NATO, and of the Commonwealth, the UK pursues a global approach to foreign policy. The UK is also an active member of the EU, although it chose to remain outside the Economic and Monetary Union. Devolution and constitutional reform have been significant recent issues in the UK. The Scottish Parliament, the National Assembly for Wales, and the Northern Ireland Assembly were established in 1999, but the latter was suspended until May 2007 due to wrangling over the peace process.

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New Delhi rejects British Parliamentary report naming India among countries engaging in transnational repression - The HinduNew Delhi rejects British Parliamentary report naming India among countries engaging in transnational repression  The Hindu

‘Documented history of anti-India hostility’: Centre trashes UK Parliamentary report; calls out 'unverifi - Times of India‘Documented history of anti-India hostility’: Centre trashes UK Parliamentary report; calls out 'unverifi  Times of India

How significant is UK’s move to recognise Palestinian state, and why now? - Al JazeeraHow significant is UK’s move to recognise Palestinian state, and why now?  Al Jazeera

UK Supreme Court overturns ruling on motor finance commissions in win for banks - ReutersUK Supreme Court overturns ruling on motor finance commissions in win for banks  Reuters

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: Why an India-U.K. trade deal does not make U.S.-India agreement any easier - CNBCCNBC's Inside India newsletter: Why an India-U.K. trade deal does not make U.S.-India agreement any easier  CNBC

UK-India CETA: A New Chapter in East-West Trade - KPMGUK-India CETA: A New Chapter in East-West Trade  KPMG

'Dubious sources': MEA on UK report accusing India of 'transnational repression' - Hindustan Times'Dubious sources': MEA on UK report accusing India of 'transnational repression'  Hindustan Times

Crime of Aggression Negotiations Blocked by France, the United Kingdom, and Canada - Opinio JurisCrime of Aggression Negotiations Blocked by France, the United Kingdom, and Canada  Opinio Juris

U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.78% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.78% By Investing.com  Investing.com

India slams UK parliamentary report on ‘Transnational Repression’ as baseless, cites dubious sources - The New Indian ExpressIndia slams UK parliamentary report on ‘Transnational Repression’ as baseless, cites dubious sources  The New Indian Express

Grocery market share in Great Britain 2017-2025 - StatistaGrocery market share in Great Britain 2017-2025  Statista

Ahmedabad Air India crash: U.K. families await update on DNA-matched remains - The HinduAhmedabad Air India crash: U.K. families await update on DNA-matched remains  The Hindu

Why did the UK say it will recognise a Palestinian state? - Al JazeeraWhy did the UK say it will recognise a Palestinian state?  Al Jazeera

US Has Likely Moved Nuclear Weapons In UK For First Time Since 2008: Report - NDTVUS Has Likely Moved Nuclear Weapons In UK For First Time Since 2008: Report  NDTV

Poland to outnumber UK, Germany, France, Italy in tanks by 2030 - Euronews.comPoland to outnumber UK, Germany, France, Italy in tanks by 2030  Euronews.com

Times Higher Education: More Universities Put on ‘Action Plans’ as Home Office Gets Tough - FragomenTimes Higher Education: More Universities Put on ‘Action Plans’ as Home Office Gets Tough  Fragomen

The relationship between church and state in the United Kingdom - The House of Commons LibraryThe relationship between church and state in the United Kingdom  The House of Commons Library

PM Modi to visit UK and Maldives from July 23–26 - MoneycontrolPM Modi to visit UK and Maldives from July 23–26  Moneycontrol

United Kingdom Unveils an Enchanting Countryside Escape as Bourton on the Water Becomes the Nation’s Most Beautiful Village Retreat for 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Unveils an Enchanting Countryside Escape as Bourton on the Water Becomes the Nation’s Most Beautiful Village Retreat for 2025  Travel And Tour World

Google Search: Introducing AI Mode in the UK - The KeywordGoogle Search: Introducing AI Mode in the UK  The Keyword

India-UK defence ties: Pact inked to develop complex weapons, jet & warship engines; vision 2035 roadmap - Times of IndiaIndia-UK defence ties: Pact inked to develop complex weapons, jet & warship engines; vision 2035 roadmap  Times of India

UK’s Special Visa Ballot for Indians Reopens on July 22 – Apply for Free! - Y-Axis Overseas CareersUK’s Special Visa Ballot for Indians Reopens on July 22 – Apply for Free!  Y-Axis Overseas Careers

?Promising compromise: on the India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement - The Hindu?Promising compromise: on the India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement  The Hindu

United Kingdom shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.78% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaUnited Kingdom shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.78% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

United Kingdom News Highlights, 29 July 2025: RNLI releases footage of Channel rescue and defends its operations against criticism - MoneycontrolUnited Kingdom News Highlights, 29 July 2025: RNLI releases footage of Channel rescue and defends its operations against criticism  Moneycontrol

Who can vote in UK elections? - The House of Commons LibraryWho can vote in UK elections?  The House of Commons Library

Refugee and migrant crossings to UK hit record high by end of July - Al JazeeraRefugee and migrant crossings to UK hit record high by end of July  Al Jazeera

UK Acts to Protect Football from Rights Abusers - Human Rights WatchUK Acts to Protect Football from Rights Abusers  Human Rights Watch

PM and PM of the United Kingdom meet with Indian and UK business leaders - PM IndiaPM and PM of the United Kingdom meet with Indian and UK business leaders  PM India

United Kingdom Set to Recognise Palestinian State - Adda247United Kingdom Set to Recognise Palestinian State  Adda247

United Kingdom shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.05% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaUnited Kingdom shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.05% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

U.K. stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.05% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.05% By Investing.com  Investing.com

US moved nuclear weapons to UK for first time since 2008: Report - India TodayUS moved nuclear weapons to UK for first time since 2008: Report  India Today

Flights at UK airports hit by major technical issue - CNNFlights at UK airports hit by major technical issue  CNN

U.K. to recognize state of Palestine in September unless Israel ends humanitarian crisis - The HinduU.K. to recognize state of Palestine in September unless Israel ends humanitarian crisis  The Hindu

United Kingdom shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.06% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaUnited Kingdom shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.06% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

'Matter of concern not only to us': India flags Khalistan issue to UK; PM Modi to visit on July 23 - Times of India'Matter of concern not only to us': India flags Khalistan issue to UK; PM Modi to visit on July 23  Times of India

U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.06% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.06% By Investing.com  Investing.com

India, U.K. sign trade deal, PMs launch new partnership framework - The HinduIndia, U.K. sign trade deal, PMs launch new partnership framework  The Hindu

United Kingdom 2025. In First Half The Motorcycles Market Reported The Worst Performance in Years - Motorcycles DataUnited Kingdom 2025. In First Half The Motorcycles Market Reported The Worst Performance in Years  Motorcycles Data

UK to issue eVisas starting July 15: What students must do before boarding a flight - The Economic TimesUK to issue eVisas starting July 15: What students must do before boarding a flight  The Economic Times

The U.K. will recognize a Palestinian state if Israel doesn't agree to a Gaza ceasefire - NPRThe U.K. will recognize a Palestinian state if Israel doesn't agree to a Gaza ceasefire  NPR

UK, US and allies accuse Iran of cross-border assassination plots - Al JazeeraUK, US and allies accuse Iran of cross-border assassination plots  Al Jazeera

Australia and the United Kingdom put the AUKUS spin cycle on High - Lowy InstituteAustralia and the United Kingdom put the AUKUS spin cycle on High  Lowy Institute

U.K. stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.65% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.65% By Investing.com  Investing.com

UK Prime Minister Announces Intention to Recognize Palestinian State - Foundation for Defense of DemocraciesUK Prime Minister Announces Intention to Recognize Palestinian State  Foundation for Defense of Democracies

UK says it will recognise Palestine unless Israel agrees to Gaza ceasefire - Scroll.inUK says it will recognise Palestine unless Israel agrees to Gaza ceasefire  Scroll.in

What’s the Difference Between Great Britain and the United Kingdom? - BritannicaWhat’s the Difference Between Great Britain and the United Kingdom?  Britannica

What does the new U.K.-India trade deal entail? | Explained - The HinduWhat does the new U.K.-India trade deal entail? | Explained  The Hindu

US, UK, EU allies condemn Iranian terror plots - Long War JournalUS, UK, EU allies condemn Iranian terror plots  Long War Journal

Age verification must for adult content in UK as new online safety law kicks in - Telegraph IndiaAge verification must for adult content in UK as new online safety law kicks in  Telegraph India

United Kingdom shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.65% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaUnited Kingdom shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.65% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

Gender-responsiveness gets a boost in India-UK FTA - The StatesmanGender-responsiveness gets a boost in India-UK FTA  The Statesman

UK advises against travel to parts of Pakistan - ReutersUK advises against travel to parts of Pakistan  Reuters

Britain to recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to Gaza ceasefire - CNNBritain to recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to Gaza ceasefire  CNN

UK plans to recognize Palestinian state absent ‘substantive’ Israeli steps - JNS.orgUK plans to recognize Palestinian state absent ‘substantive’ Israeli steps  JNS.org

United Kingdom will recognise Palestine unless Israel addresses Gaza crisis - belganewsagency.euUnited Kingdom will recognise Palestine unless Israel addresses Gaza crisis  belganewsagency.eu

U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.45% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.45% By Investing.com  Investing.com

U.K. shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.78% By Investing.com - Investing.com UKU.K. shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.78% By Investing.com  Investing.com UK

United Kingdom Reveals a Timeless Treasure as the Charming Historic City of Wells Becomes One of the Nation’s Most Beautiful and Underrated Travel Destinations - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Reveals a Timeless Treasure as the Charming Historic City of Wells Becomes One of the Nation’s Most Beautiful and Underrated Travel Destinations  Travel And Tour World

India-UK trade deal: Lobster, shrimp, pomfret export to benefit under CETA’s duty-free access to British market - MintIndia-UK trade deal: Lobster, shrimp, pomfret export to benefit under CETA’s duty-free access to British market  Mint

United Kingdom shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.45% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaUnited Kingdom shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.45% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

France, U.K., others plan to recognize a Palestinian state. What does that change? - NPRFrance, U.K., others plan to recognize a Palestinian state. What does that change?  NPR

Parliamentary committee labels China ‘flagrant’ perpetrator of transnational repression on UK soil - International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJParliamentary committee labels China ‘flagrant’ perpetrator of transnational repression on UK soil  International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ

Unemployment rate of the UK 2000-2025 - StatistaUnemployment rate of the UK 2000-2025  Statista

PM Modi to visit United Kingdom, Maldives from July 23-26: MEA - The HinduPM Modi to visit United Kingdom, Maldives from July 23-26: MEA  The Hindu

Development Co-operation Profiles: United Kingdom - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: United Kingdom  OECD

Qatar, United Kingdom, South Africa, Brazil, Germany, Australia – Qatar Airways Enhances Travel Options with New Melbourne Route and Increased Frequencies to London and Frankfurt for Winter 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldQatar, United Kingdom, South Africa, Brazil, Germany, Australia – Qatar Airways Enhances Travel Options with New Melbourne Route and Increased Frequencies to London and Frankfurt for Winter 2025  Travel And Tour World

Six decades of Singapore-U.K. defense ties focused on stability - Indo-Pacific Defense FORUMSix decades of Singapore-U.K. defense ties focused on stability  Indo-Pacific Defense FORUM

Capital.com Recognised as a 2025 Top Employer in the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, and Poland - Financial ITCapital.com Recognised as a 2025 Top Employer in the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, and Poland  Financial IT

UK to recognize Palestinian state in September, unless Israel ends Gaza war, commits to peace - The Times of IsraelUK to recognize Palestinian state in September, unless Israel ends Gaza war, commits to peace  The Times of Israel

A Leading Case – Beware Sequence Errors In Patent Claims - Patent - United Kingdom - MondaqA Leading Case – Beware Sequence Errors In Patent Claims - Patent - United Kingdom  Mondaq

UK Air Traffic Control Glitch Cancels over 150 Flights, Airlines Slam NATS On Failures - aviationtoday.inUK Air Traffic Control Glitch Cancels over 150 Flights, Airlines Slam NATS On Failures  aviationtoday.in

Starmer says UK will recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees ceasefire, ends Gaza suffering - AP NewsStarmer says UK will recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees ceasefire, ends Gaza suffering  AP News

UK Supreme Court overturns landmark ruling on motor finance commissions - ReutersUK Supreme Court overturns landmark ruling on motor finance commissions  Reuters

Story on UK travel advice to Pakistan withdrawn - ReutersStory on UK travel advice to Pakistan withdrawn  Reuters

UK plans to recognise Palestine in September unless Israel halts Gaza war - Al JazeeraUK plans to recognise Palestine in September unless Israel halts Gaza war  Al Jazeera

Time to Pay Up on Time: UK Government Announces Crackdown on Late Payments to Small Businesses - The National Law ReviewTime to Pay Up on Time: UK Government Announces Crackdown on Late Payments to Small Businesses  The National Law Review

UK flights disrupted after air traffic control ‘technical issue’ - Al JazeeraUK flights disrupted after air traffic control ‘technical issue’  Al Jazeera

The UK is slipping into racist dystopia - Al JazeeraThe UK is slipping into racist dystopia  Al Jazeera

U.K. to Recognize Palestinian State in September Unless Israel Implements Ceasefire and Agrees to Two-State Solution - Time MagazineU.K. to Recognize Palestinian State in September Unless Israel Implements Ceasefire and Agrees to Two-State Solution  Time Magazine

C21 Media: How to Prepare for Immigration Reforms Under the UK Industrial Strategy - FragomenC21 Media: How to Prepare for Immigration Reforms Under the UK Industrial Strategy  Fragomen

Environment at a Glance: United Kingdom - OECDEnvironment at a Glance: United Kingdom  OECD

JUST IN: U.K. Taking Leading Role in NATO, European Defense, Experts Say - National Defense MagazineJUST IN: U.K. Taking Leading Role in NATO, European Defense, Experts Say  National Defense Magazine

United States Sees A Decline In Foreign Visitors From Mexico, Canada, United Kingdom, India, And Brazil: What It Means for Global Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldUnited States Sees A Decline In Foreign Visitors From Mexico, Canada, United Kingdom, India, And Brazil: What It Means for Global Tourism  Travel And Tour World

Statement on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian State: 29 July 2025 - GOV.UKStatement on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian State: 29 July 2025  GOV.UK

Third UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue 2025 Communique - GOV.UKThird UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue 2025 Communique  GOV.UK

Making the U.S.-UK Special Relationship Fit for Purpose - CSIS | Center for Strategic and International StudiesMaking the U.S.-UK Special Relationship Fit for Purpose  CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

Sovereignty, Security, Scale: A UK Strategy for AI Infrastructure - Tony Blair Institute for Global ChangeSovereignty, Security, Scale: A UK Strategy for AI Infrastructure  Tony Blair Institute for Global Change

U.K. shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.05% By Investing.com - Investing.com UKU.K. shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.05% By Investing.com  Investing.com UK

The United Kingdom constitution – a mapping exercise - The House of Commons LibraryThe United Kingdom constitution – a mapping exercise  The House of Commons Library

UK | Shape the future with confidence - EYUK | Shape the future with confidence  EY

UK regulator says Microsoft, Amazon dominate cloud market - Euronews.comUK regulator says Microsoft, Amazon dominate cloud market  Euronews.com

United States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, India, China, United Arab Emirates: A Comprehensive Look at the Global Growth of Sleep Tourism in 2025-2032 - Travel And Tour WorldUnited States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, India, China, United Arab Emirates: A Comprehensive Look at the Global Growth of Sleep Tourism in 2025-2032  Travel And Tour World

With the UK and France moving toward recognising Palestine, will Australia now follow suit? - The ConversationWith the UK and France moving toward recognising Palestine, will Australia now follow suit?  The Conversation

76-year-old man arrested on suspicion of poisoning children at U.K. summer camp - NBC News76-year-old man arrested on suspicion of poisoning children at U.K. summer camp  NBC News

Zelenskyy calls for ratification of 100-year UK partnership agreement - ?????????? ??????Zelenskyy calls for ratification of 100-year UK partnership agreement  ?????????? ??????

EUROPE: Fundamental Reform of UK Taxation of Carried Interest - The National Law ReviewEUROPE: Fundamental Reform of UK Taxation of Carried Interest  The National Law Review

A Case Of Bad "Optics"? EU UPC Grants UK Injunction - Patent - United Kingdom - MondaqA Case Of Bad "Optics"? EU UPC Grants UK Injunction - Patent - United Kingdom  Mondaq

583 babies named ‘Yahya’ in United Kingdom in 2024 - JNS.org583 babies named ‘Yahya’ in United Kingdom in 2024  JNS.org