UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces intense pressure to reduce household energy bills amidst rising costs driven by the Middle East crisis, weighing small interventions against strict fiscal limits.
Pakistan's ruling PML-N party has won 24 of 34 seats in the first two phases of legislative assembly elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, despite security concerns, monsoon rains, and a boycott campaign by the banned JAAC group.
Thousands of migrants entered Spain's Ceuta enclave amid a humanitarian tragedy claiming 141 lives, exposing Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez's isolation within an increasingly right-wing EU, mounting Moroccan coercion, and intense pressure from the US and domestic opposition.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk tells the BBC that youth-led protests and his 26-day hunger strike have weakened Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, boosting young people's confidence to demand systemic reforms.
IDF Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir stated the military will continue proactive operations in Gaza, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of a US-backed proposal for Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi avoided explicitly pledging to maintain the nation's non-nuclear principles during the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing, stating only that the government is upholding the policy as it reviews security documents.
Britain's justice ministry stated a public inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's U.K. activities is not actively considered, contradicting earlier remarks by government ministers who suggested the prime minister was reviewing the prospect.
Ousted former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, sentenced to death in absentia and living in exile in India, is set to make a virtual public appearance in New Delhi, prompting a media ban in Bangladesh and renewed extradition tensions.
Andy Burnham's government is not actively considering a public inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's UK actions, contradicting previous comments by victims' minister Alex Davies-Jones.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied agreeing to a draft deal presented by the US-backed Board of Peace, as right-wing coalition ministers pressure him to reject the proposal.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces the challenge of extending his devolution agenda beyond English regions to Scotland and Wales, where progressive nationalist parties hold power.
BP chief executive Meg O'Neill has urged UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to prioritize domestic oil and gas resources, even as BP prepares to sell its North Sea business after reporting quarterly profits of $5.73bn.
Former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia criticized protesters using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Jantar Mantar, emphasizing that citizens must maintain respect while exercising their right to protest.
NDA meeting emphasizes employment and economic growth under PM Modi, contrasting with UPA era. Modi's interaction with Nitin Nabin sparks curiosity amid BJP's loss in Bankipur.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces early political turmoil as he reluctantly proceeds with a managed early prisoner release scheme to prevent systemic collapse, despite public outcry and the release of certain killers.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham invited Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn to a personal meeting after Goodburn made an emotional plea on BBC Breakfast and TikTok for increased funding and resources for brain cancer research.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham invites Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, diagnosed with inoperable brain tumors, to discuss increased funding for brain cancer research after Goodburn's emotional plea on BBC Breakfast.
India's MEA states no government involvement in a private media event featuring former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, amid concerns from Bangladesh over potential endorsement of her views, as she prepares for her first public appearance since resigning in 2024.
Bangladesh urged India to clarify its stance after ousted leader Sheikh Hasina announced a planned video address at a Delhi event, marking the anniversary of the uprising that toppled her government.
US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace assured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel's Gaza withdrawal will only begin after Hamas completely disarms.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Kumamoto after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake killed 38, with recovery hampered by extreme heat up to 40C, water shortages affecting over 46,000 households, and criticism of shelter conditions; a mall explosion killed two employees.
President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, in a decree. Stefanishyna said she left by personal choice after nearly a year, amid broader reshuffle of top officials.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi visits earthquake-hit Kumamoto prefecture, where recovery is hindered by extreme heat, water shortages, and lack of air-conditioned shelters, nearly a week after a 7.1 magnitude quake killed 38 people.
Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs asked India to clarify whether it supports an upcoming virtual address by former PM Sheikh Hasina in Delhi, warning it could impact bilateral ties.
