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UK votes in historic general election, early trends likely on Friday morning

Polling stations in 650 constituencies across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland opened at 7 am (local time). After the polls close at 10 pm, counting will begin straight away. Most results are due to be announced in the early hours of Friday morning. If a party wins in 326 constituencies it will have gained a majority.

Dec 13, 2019, 00:01 AM IST

Majority of terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir came from Pakistan: European Union MPs in Srinagar

Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, four delegates - Henri Malosse and Thierry Mariani from France, Ryszard Czarnecki from Poland and Bill Newton Dunn from the United Kingdom, called terrorism a global problem, adding that the EU is concerned about this matter. A team of 23 European Union parliamentarians visited the newly formed Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

Oct 30, 2019, 14:38 PM IST

European Union MPs say Article 370, J&K India's internal matter, back fight against terrorism

Addressing a press conference in Srinagar four delegates - Henri Malosse and Thierry Mariani from France, Ryszard Czarnecki from Poland and Bill Newton Dunn from the United Kingdom - after their visit to the newly formed Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, stated that people of the region want peace and development. 

Oct 30, 2019, 11:59 AM IST

Shiv Sena questions BJP over EU MP's presence in Jammu and Kashmir

In an editorial in its mouthpiece Saamana, the Sena said that the current situation in Kashmir Valley is completely under control with the people enjoying the new freedom. It asked the purpose of the EU delegation's visit to the Valley at this time, adding that the matter of Kashmir is not an international issue.

Oct 30, 2019, 11:14 AM IST

Imran in PM Modi's international trap?

Is Imran in PM Modi's international trap?

Oct 29, 2019, 20:36 PM IST

Jammu Kashmir: European Union MPs visit Dal Lake in Srinagar

In Jammu and Kashmir, European Union MPs visit Dal Lake. Watch these visuals.

Oct 29, 2019, 20:22 PM IST

EU nations agree Brexit delay until January 31 as PM Johnson seeks election

Just three days before the United Kingdom is due to leave the EU on October 31 at 2300 GMT, Brexit is hanging in the balance as British politicians are no closer to reaching a consensus on how, when or even if the divorce should take place.

Oct 28, 2019, 16:26 PM IST

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson agrees 'great' new Brexit deal with EU

United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Thursday that Britain and the European Union had agreed a "great" new Brexit deal and urged lawmakers to approve it at the weekend.

Oct 17, 2019, 15:34 PM IST

Erdogan warns EU as Turkish offensive in Syria enters day 2

The operation dubbed Peace Spring by the Turkish government began Wednesday at around 4 pm local time with air raids and shelling while a ground offensive, involving Turkish soldiers and allied Syrian rebels, began at 11.30 pm.

Oct 10, 2019, 20:23 PM IST

Explainer: Why the UK's Brexit proposal falls short for the European Union

Britain`s latest proposal for an agreement on the terms of its divorce from the European Union has been widely rebuffed in Brussels because it does not meet the objectives of the so-called Irish border backstop.

Oct 04, 2019, 17:28 PM IST

Terrorists don't land in J&K from Moon: Polish EU lawmaker Ryszard Czarnecki slams Pakistan

Polish lawmaker Ryszard Czarnecki made these remarks during a special debate of the plenary of the European Parliament.

Sep 18, 2019, 21:14 PM IST

EU Parliament backs India on Jammu and Kashmir, says Pakistani terrorists target Europe

In yet another diplomatic win for India, the European Union Parliament supported New Delhi's stance on Kashmir and called Pakistan an “ambiguous” nation

Sep 18, 2019, 13:58 PM IST

Apple fights $14.3bn tax bill in EU court

Apple's Chief Financial Officer Luca Maestri led a six-member delegation to the EU's second highest court.

Sep 18, 2019, 11:26 AM IST

We will not extend Brexit transition period: UK PM Johnson's spokesman

A deal was agreed with the EU but later voted down by the British parliament.

Sep 16, 2019, 18:16 PM IST

Brexit showdown: British lawmakers bid to block PM leaving EU with no deal

Johnson implicitly warned lawmakers on Monday that he would seek an election if they tied his hands, ruling out ever countenancing a further delay to Brexit, scheduled for October 31.

Sep 03, 2019, 20:34 PM IST

British PM Boris Johnson to restrict parliament time before Brexit

In his boldest move yet to take the country out of the European Union with or without a divorce deal,  Boris Johnson said he would set October 14 for the Queen's Speech - the formal state opening of a new session of parliament where he will set out his government`s legislative agenda.

Aug 28, 2019, 17:18 PM IST

British PM Boris Johnson urges lawmakers to back October 31 Brexit

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged lawmakers to support an October 31 Brexit, saying they had promised to honour the result of the country`s 2016 decision to leave the European Union.

Aug 08, 2019, 17:13 PM IST

Parliament vs prime minister: Can a no-deal Brexit be blocked?

If the European Union refuses to renegotiate the terms of Britain`s departure, Johnson says he will take the country out without a divorce deal on October 31. Some in parliament are determined to stop him. Below are some of the likely moves and countermoves.

Aug 06, 2019, 21:23 PM IST

UAE to give visa-on-arrival to Indian passport holders

Indian passengers can then proceed to the Marhaba service counter to get their entry permit for a fee of Dh100 and Dh20 service charges, and continue on to the passport control.
 

Jul 17, 2019, 13:26 PM IST

Ursula von der Leyen elected first female European commission president

The European Parliament on Tuesday confirmed Ursula von der Leyen, a German conservative, as the next president of the executive EU Commission by 383 votes to 327 against, the speaker of the assembly, David Sassoli, said.

Jul 16, 2019, 23:32 PM IST