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Boris Johnson fights on as UK PM amid mounting criticism, sacks minister

It was thought that with a large chunk of his Cabinet now calling for his resignation, Johnson would give in and step down

UK antitrust watchdog probes Microsoft's planned $69-bn Activision buy

The CMA has long advoc­ated for a more forceful ap­proach to reviewing deals, particularly by the biggest tech firms

Amazon faces investigation by UK's watchdog over anti-competitive concerns

Britain's competition watchdog is investigating whether Amazon is harming competition and hurting consumers by giving an unfair advantage to merchants that pay for extra services. The Competition and Markets Authority's formal investigation said Wednesday that it will look into concerns that the ecommerce giant is abusing its dominance to undermine rivals, echoing similar investigations carried out by the European Union's executive Commission and Germany's antitrust agency. Amazon said it will work closely with the CMA during the investigation. We believe we've always worked hard to help small businesses selling on Amazon to succeed, which is in both their and our best interests," the company said. We remain proud of the continued support we provide to businesses of all sizes across the U.K." While Amazon supplies some of the products that it sells online, many others are from third-party merchants and retailers, and provides them with essential services to make sales. The Market

At least 32 lawmakers quit UK PM Boris Johnson's govt in 24 hours

Say the British leader no longer has their confidence; govt plunges into crisis

New UK FM Zahawi pledges to boost economy, says 'nothing off the table'

But the former education minister faced questions about whether he would even have a chance to steer the economy out of its slowdown, given Johnson's weakening grip on power

UK PM Boris Johnson clings on despite clamour for his resignation

With a BBC report that a group of his most senior ministers were poised to tell Johnson to quit and govt resignations rising to over 30, some questioned wisdom of Johnson trying to ride out the storm

Crisis deepens as slew of resignations continue to hit UK PM Boris Johnson

Under current rules Johnson is safe from another leadership challenge until next summer. But the executive of the 1922 Committee can change the rules whenever it wants, the British media reports said.

UK, S Korea sign first global data transfer deal; promotes digital trade

The deal will allow organisations in both the countries to transfer data without any restrictions

Top Headlines: RBI awaits data for HDFC merger, UK cabinet change & more

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is yet to grant dispensations for the proposed merger of Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC) with HDFC Bank

UK PM names new Health Secretary, Finance Minister after Javid, Sunak leave

UK Boris Johnson named new UK Health Secretary and Finance Minister shortly after Health Secretary Sajid Javid and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak tendered their resignation, reports said

Amazon unveils 1st fleet of e-cargo bikes for sustainable deliveries in UK

With an aim to offer more sustainable deliveries, tech giant Amazon has launched its first UK micromobility hub in Central London

Germany, Ireland slam UK govt's move toward overriding Brexit deal

Germany and Ireland have condemned the UK government's move towards unilaterally rewriting parts of the post-Brexit deal with the European Union

Visionary British theatre director Peter Brook passes away at 97

The director, called 'the greatest innovator of his generation' and known in India for his version of The Mahabharata, was awarded the Padma Shri last year

Covid-19 infections jump by half a million in UK, increase of 32%: Report

Covid-19 infections are rising again across the UK as an estimated 2.3 million people or one in 30 has the virus, an increase of 32 per cent on the week before, says a new report

UK unveils 75 scholarships on 75th year of India's Independence anniversary

The programmes on offer include Chevening scholarships for a one-year Master's programme, with the opportunity to study any subject at a UK university

Walgreens defers Boots UK sale; Reliance to look for other opportunities

RIL will continue to look for growth opportunities overseas if good opportunities arise, said company insiders

Vijay Mallya pursues attempts to overturn bankruptcy order in UK court

At a case management hearing at the Chancery Division of the High Court in London on Monday, Justice Tom Leech concluded that a set of interlinked hearings in the matter would be heard together.

Study abroad applications for US, Aus rise amid pent-up demand post Covid

Easier norms support upsurge; US remains top destination for STEM students

PM Modi meets counterparts from UK, Japan and Italy in Germany at G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his counterparts from the UK, Japan and Italy and exchanged views on a range of issues with them on the sidelines of the G7 Summit here on Monday

FTAs with UK, EU to open new opportunities for domestic exporters: FIEO

The proposed free trade agreements (FTAs), including with the UK, European Union and GCC would open new opportunities to boost India's exports in these markets, FIEO President A Sakthivel said