Donald Trump's state visit plans puts Queen Elizabeth in 'difficult position'
The British government is holding fast to plans to invite US President Donald Trump for a state visit even as protests mount.
Jan 31, 2017, 19:11 PM IST
Britain's Prince William to become a full-time royal
William, 34, the second-in-line to the throne, will also base his family in London rather than their current home in Norfolk, eastern England.
Lord Snowdon, husband of Britain's late Princess Margaret, dies aged 86
Lord Snowdon, the photographer former husband of Queen Elizabeth`s late younger sister Princess Margaret has died aged 86, Buckingham Palace confirmed on Friday.
Jan 13, 2017, 21:13 PM IST
John Lennon's letter to Queen Elizabeth II valued at $73,000
A letter written to Queen Elizabeth II by John Lennon when he returned his MBE (Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) to Buckingham Palace has been valued at 60,000 British pounds ($73,041.64), it was revealed here on Thursday.
Oct 28, 2016, 01:46 AM IST
Theresa May takes over as Britain’s Prime Minister; second woman to lead country after Margaret Thatcher
David Cameron quit as PM after Britain voted to leave the European Union against his wishes.
Jul 13, 2016, 23:19 PM IST
Queen Elizabeth in line for pay rise
The Queen's income is based on a percentage of money earned by the Crown Estate, one of the wealthiest real estate owners in Britain.
Jun 29, 2016, 10:05 AM IST
'I'm still alive' jokes Queen Elizabeth on N Ireland visit
The Queen has not yet issued a statement following the shock result of British referendum to 'leave' EU
Jun 28, 2016, 11:39 AM IST
Queen Elizabeth II posts her first tweet, thanks people for wishing on her 90th birthday
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, on Tuesday tweeted her thanks to people who sent her 90th birthday messages on social media.
Jun 21, 2016, 20:55 PM IST
Watch: Queen's response to dare from Obamas is simply hilarious!
Well, you simply don't mess with the royals even if you are President of the United States. Recently, Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama challenged Britain`s Prince Harry in a viral video.
May 01, 2016, 12:34 PM IST
Britain`s queen joins royal Invictus Games challenge to Obamas -Watch video
When US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama challenged Britain`s Prince Harry on social media on Friday, he responded by bringing in a big gun: the Queen.
Apr 30, 2016, 04:15 AM IST
Pakistan jumps into Kohinoor controversy, says diamond was gifted to England
Pakistan's Punjab government on Wednesday jumped into famour Kohinoor controversy and said that the renowned giant diamond was handed over to Britain following an agreement reached with the East India Company in 1849.
Apr 27, 2016, 18:03 PM IST
Barack Obama pays tribute to ''jewel'' Queen Elizabeth after 90th birthday
Queen Elizabeth is the oldest monarch in British history who has met 11 US presidents.
Apr 23, 2016, 09:19 AM IST
Don't turn your back on the EU: Obama tells Britons as 'a friend'
US President Barack Obama appealed directly to British voters on Friday to remain in the European Union, saying membership had magnified Britain`s place in the world and made the bloc stronger and more outward looking.
Apr 22, 2016, 23:03 PM IST
President Pranab Mukherjee greets Queen Elizabeth on 90th birthday
President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday greeted Queen Elizabeth II of Britain on her 90th birthday which falls on Thursday.
Apr 20, 2016, 23:16 PM IST
Prince George poses for his first Royal Mail stamp to mark Queen Elizabeth's 90th birthday, steals limelight
Few days ahead of Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday, the British royal family released photos to commemorate the occasion on Thursday.
Apr 20, 2016, 19:49 PM IST
Bell ringers aim for world record on Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday
Once the ringing starts, the team will have to continue through a range of over 5,000 changes, without a break or allowing a handover to other ringers.
Apr 20, 2016, 08:25 AM IST
Bell ringers aim for world record on Queen's birthday
Bell ringers will attempt to set a world record at Britain's largest church, Liverpool Cathedral, on Thursday on Queen Elizabeth's 90th birthday.
Apr 19, 2016, 22:25 PM IST
Kohinoor row: BJP leader Subramanian Swamy slams Centre, says will write to PM Modi
Following the government's assertion that the legendary Kohinoor diamond could not be brought back to India as it was 'gifted' to the British, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday expressed his disappointment over the stand of the ruling dispensation.
Apr 19, 2016, 15:26 PM IST
Queen Elizabeth II`s 90th birthday in numbers
Queen Elizabeth II`s record-breaking reign has clocked up some impressive statistics.
Apr 19, 2016, 10:12 AM IST
Kohinoor wasn't stolen but gifted to Britain, can't be brought back to India: Centre
The government on Monday told the Supreme Court that the East India Company did not take away the Kohinoor diamond but it was gifted to Britain by Maharaja Duleep Singh.
Apr 18, 2016, 17:17 PM IST
