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At $2.06 per dose, India pays the least for AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine

The price paid by different governments for a vaccine dose - including for the same vaccine - varies across countries, Unicef data shows

In retaliatory move, China now sanctions UK entities and lawmakers

The sanctions came after UK governm­ent's sanctions against Chinese officials for alleged human rights violations against its Uyghur minorities

Mastercard battles return of $19 billion UK class action on 'overcharging'

A London court will this week re-consider allowing an historic $19 billion class action against Mastercard to proceed, which could entitle adults in Britain to about 300 pounds each if successful

UK records another 5,605 coronavirus cases, 98 deaths

Another 5,605 people in Britain have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 4,312,908, according to official figures released Wednesday.The country also reported another 98 coronavirus-related deaths. The total number of coronavirus-related deaths in Britain now stands at 126,382. These figures only include the deaths of people who died within 28 days of their first positive test.More than 28.6 million people in Britain have been given the first jab of the coronavirus vaccine, according to the latest official figures.Earlier Wednesday, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said cooperation between Britain and the European Union (EU) is "very important" to fight the coronavirus pandemic.Johnson made the remarks at the House of Commons, lower house of Parliament, as tension between Britain and EU over vaccines supply remains high.The prime minister said he does not believe blockades "are sensible", adding that the long-term damage ..

UK PM Boris Johnson marks lockdown anniversary with cautious message

Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised the "great spirit" shown by Britain in tackling the pandemic and struck a cautious note of optimism about the lifting of restrictions

US, UK, Canada call on China to end 'repressive practices' against Uyghurs

The United States, the UK and Canada slammed China for human rights violations and abuses against Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang

UK police come under attack as protests turned violent in Bristol

Two policemen were injured after a rally in the city of Bristol in southwest England against a government bill that would increase police powers to deal with protests turned violent

UK PM Johnson likely to visit Chennai during upcoming India visit in April

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, during his upcoming India visit in April, is also expected to travel to Chennai. Johnson will be arriving in India on April 26

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson gets his first dose of AstraZeneca vaccine

Johnson, 56, received his vaccine at the same hospital where almost a year ago he was put in an intensive care unit and given oxygen via a tube in his nose after he contracted the virus

Europe signals opposition against China's intimidation in South China Sea

In a united opposition against China's intimidation in the South China Sea, the UK, France and Germany are sending warships to the South China Sea to pushback Beijing's assertiveness in the region

UK records another 5,758 coronavirus cases, taking tally to 4,274,579

Another 5,758 people in Britain have tested positive for Covid-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 4,274,579, according to official figures released on Wednesday

UN expresses concern over UK's move to increase nuclear weapons arsenal

The UN has expressed concerns over the UK's decision to increase its nuclear weapons arsenal, as part of the country's foreign policy overhaul

Uber to give UK drivers workers' rights after court groundbreaking defeat

In a major victory for unions, Uber's 70,000 over British drivers will be paid minimum wage while picking up and driving passengers as part of the company's agreement to grant workers' rights after

UK to build more nuclear weapons to counter challenges posed by China

Calling out the challenges posed by China, the United Kingdom will build more nuclear weapons and expand its presence in the fields of space and cyberspace, announced Prime Minister Boris Johnson

UK's new student exchange scheme opens; Indian universities to also tie-up

New student exchange scheme replaces the European Union (EU) specific student exchange programme called Erasmus

Novavax's coronavirus vaccine 96% effective in UK late-stage trial

Company plans to produce its jab at eight sites, including Serum Institute

UK Covid-19 variant has significantly higher death rate, study finds

The B.1.1.7 variant was first detected in Britain in September 2020, and has since also been found in more than 100 other countries

India condemns false assertions on farmers' protest in UK parliament debate

The High Commission of India in London has condemned false assertions in a "distinctly one-sided discussion" among a group of British parliamentarians on peaceful protests and press freedoms in India

UK university strikes air quality research pact with Indian institute

A British university has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) based in Pune to identify joint research interests in the fields of air quality management, alternative fuels, power train and electric vehicle technology. The partnership will see British and Indian air pollution experts working together to create a blueprint to tackle the challenge of particulate emissions in India, looking to develop and deliver solutions identified in the plan. "ARAI is happy to be associated with University of Birmingham for promoting joint research in upcoming areas such as alternative fuels, e-mobility and air quality," said Dr Reji Mathai, ARAI Director. The agreement was signed recently between N B Dhande, Senior Deputy Director for Business Development & Corporate Planning at ARAI, and Professor Tim Jones, Provost at the University of Birmingham. "Signing this MoU further strengthens our commitment to India and, through this partnership,

Criticised on pay, UK's Johnson expresses gratitude to health workers

Johnson, who himself was treated in hospital last year when he became severely ill with Covid-19, has come under fire for failing to meet his promise to look after health workers