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UK PM Andy Burnham willing to call out Trump in matters of national interest

In his first major interview since taking office, BBC journalist Laura Kuenssberg asked Burnham if he was willing to call out Trump if he thought it was the right thing to do.
Published on Jul 26, 2026 03:25 pm IST

'Shared values': Modi congratulates new UK PM Andy Burnham, stresses trade ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Andy Burnham on assuming the office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
Updated on Jul 21, 2026 05:45 pm IST

India-UK ties expected to stay the course with Andy Burnham as new PM: Reports

Burnham has spoken of "fond memories" from the visit that took in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi seven years ago, coordinated by the Manchester India Partnership (MIP)
Published on Jul 20, 2026 12:15 pm IST

All about challenges that Andy Burnham will face as UK prime minister

Burnham inherits an economy that was improving until the Iran war upended forecasts and growth is now widely predicted to slow sharply over this year while inflation rises.
Published on Jul 19, 2026 12:30 pm IST

White House backs Argentina after UK urges FIFA action over Falklands banner

White House defended the Argentine national team's right to free speech after they displayed a banner carrying political message.
Published on Jul 18, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Andy Burnham confirmed as new Labour leader, UK PM-designate

Britain's ruling Labour party confirmed veteran politician Andy Burnham as its new leader, and the country's next prime minister, at a special conference on July 17, 2026.
Updated on Jul 17, 2026 05:30 pm IST

Why does UK PM Keir Starmer want FIFA action over Argentina’s Falklands banner?

Keir Starmer backed a FIFA investigation after Argentina players displayed a Falklands banner, triggering criticism from UK officials. (Photo by Stefan Rousseau / POOL / AFP)
Updated on Jul 17, 2026 03:35 am IST

PM Modi hails ‘significant moment’ as India-UK trade deal comes into effect

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his British counterpart Keir Starmer
Published on Jul 15, 2026 02:32 pm IST

Meloni, Trump, Netanyahu: Full list of 13 leaders on Iran's 'revenge list'

The 'revenge list' features 13 political and military leaders from the US, Israel and Europe, including Meloni and Trump.
Updated on Jul 13, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Andy Burnham set to become new UK Prime Minister, gets backing of 322 Labour MPs

Andy Burnham likely to become next Labour Party leader and UK Prime Minister following favourable poll results at the end of the first day
Published on Jul 10, 2026 12:26 pm IST

What Keir Starmer's resignation as UK PM means for European security

Together with Macron, Starmer was a leader of the so-called "coalition of the willing." The alliance of 35 states supports Ukraine with military aid and, should there be a ceasefire, would then help Ukraine with longer-term defense.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 12:34 pm IST

Assessing the resignation of Keir Starmer

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Published on Jun 25, 2026 03:44 pm IST

Larry the Cat outlasts 6 Prime Ministers at Downing Street

Larry the Downing Street cat poses for a photo in Westminster as Britain's Prime minister Keir Starmer has vowed to fight any challenge after Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield by-election, in London, Britain, June 21, 2026. REUTERS/Toby Shepheard REFILE - QUALITY REPEAT
Updated on Jun 24, 2026 02:02 am IST

Starmer exit marks Brexit anniversary: Is ‘Bregret’ behind UK losing another PM?

"Brexit broke Britain": Activists and political campaign group 'Led By Donkeys' mowed this message into a farmer’s field for the 10-year anniversary of Brexit, near Cricklade in Wiltshire.
Updated on Jun 23, 2026 06:07 pm IST

Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North’, could become UK PM as early as July

Throwing his hat in the ring, Andy Burnham called for an "orderly and responsible" transition of the Downing Street office.
Updated on Jun 23, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Fresh power shift in UK as Labour turns to Burnham, Starmer bows out

While speculation of a change had been rife for months, the current dramatic turn of events began to unfold in the early hours of 19 June.
Updated on Jun 23, 2026 12:32 pm IST

From ‘charismatic’ Johnson to youngest Sunak: A timeline of UK PMs since 2016

FILE - This combo of file photos show the former Prime Ministers of Britain since 2016 during their resignation speeches outside 10 Downing Street in London. Top row, from left, Keir Starmer, Rishi Sunak, and Liz Truss. Bottom row, from left, Boris Johnson, Theresa May, and David Cameron. (AP Photo/File)
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 08:52 pm IST

The fall of a centrist Labour leader signals a shift in British politics

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Andy Burnham was able to overcome a challenge from the far-right party and increase Labour’s majority in the by-election. This success enhanced his credentials to take on the reins of Labour to fend off the far right in the next election. (Peter Byrne/PA via AP)
Published on Jun 22, 2026 10:02 pm IST

Keir Starmer: The British PM who got India-UK FTA over the line

A week in politics is said to be a long time, and even until last week, Starmer was vehement that he plans to contest any leadership challenge that is thrown his way.
Published on Jun 22, 2026 04:42 pm IST

Larry the Cat outlasts sixth UK Prime Minister as Keir Starmer resigns

Larry the Cat outside 10 Downing Street, UK’s iconic Chief Mouser.
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 03:58 pm IST

Keir Starmer 6th PM to resign: List of ‘unpopular’ PMs in UK's ‘House of Cards’

Keir Starmer, UK prime minister, returns inside 10 Downing Street, after announcing his resignation on Monday.
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 06:32 pm IST

From Andy Burnham to Shabana Mahmood: Who could become Britain's next PM?

Among the frontrunners to succeed Keir Starmer are former Labour leader Ed Miliband (top left), Tony Blair-backed Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood (top right), effective communicator Wes Streeting (lower left), soft-left favourite Angela Rayner (lower right) and the popular Andy Burnham (centre), whose recent by-election victory has strengthened his position in the race for 10 Downing Street.
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 09:00 pm IST

'Heard the answer': Starmer announces resignation as UK PM in tearful goodbye

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday after nearly two years in office as the UK Prime Minister
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 03:02 pm IST

Who is Keir Starmer? UK PM, who ended 14-year Conservative rule, resigns

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces the timeline for his resignation, following Andy Burnham's decisive victory last week in the Makerfield by-election, outside 10 Downing Street, in London.
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 03:12 pm IST

Starmer lays out timeline for next UK PM as he announces exit | What we know

Kier Starmer says he will resign as British PM on July 9 and the next PM will be picked by September.
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 03:02 pm IST

Why did Keir Starmer resign as UK Prime Minister? 5 points on his exit

The calls keir Starmer was facing to resign as UK PM were mostly from his own party MPs and cabinet members
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 09:00 pm IST

Scandals, rebellions, setbacks: UK PM Starmer pushed to brink of resignation

Mounting pressure leaves UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer weighing his future
Updated on Jun 21, 2026 01:45 pm IST

UK PM Keir Starmer to resign on Monday, set exit timeline: Report

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 08:59 pm IST

Andy Burnham wins key UK poll, paving way for bid to challenge PM Starmer

"I do say to my own party, this is a final chance to change," Andy Burnham said in his acceptance speech.
Published on Jun 19, 2026 04:02 pm IST

'Fastest implementation': India-UK free trade agreement to take effect July 15

The deal is projected to expand bilateral trade by £25.5 billion a year in the long run and lift UK GDP by £4.8 billion and Indian GDP by £5.1 billion annually. It liberalises 99% of UK tariffs and 90% of Indian tariffs.
Published on Jun 18, 2026 01:15 pm IST