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Labour’s tax break for Indian workers Keir Starmer was last night accused of undercutting British workers to seal a £5 billion trade deal with India. Under the agreement, tens of thousands of temporary Indian workers will be exempt from paying National Insurance in Britain, making them cheaper to hire. New Delhi heralded the deal as an ‘unprecedented’ win, but the UK Prime Minister was accused of introducing ‘two-tier taxes’ after National Insurance contributions for British…

Winter fuel cut U-turn won’t repair damage, Labour insiders warn Small changes to the winter fuel allowance cut will not be enough to win back voters, rebel Labour MPs have warned Keir Starmer, as a Government insider admitted the policy had been like “Kryptonite” on the doorstep. Downing Street insisted there would be no U-turn on the decision to impose the cut on around 10 million pensioners, despite it being blamed on Labour losing votes…

Keir Starmer is believed to be considering a partial u-turn on winter fuel payment cuts.

Cliff Notes England faces potential drought conditions this summer, following the driest start to spring in nearly 70 years and significantly reduced reservoir levels. A "medium" drought risk has been declared, prompting discussions among government and water officials regarding the necessity of water use restrictions and leak management. Farmers are already irrigating crops earlier than usual, reflecting the impact of recent extreme weather patterns on agricultural practices and food security. Hosepipe ban looms amid ‘medium’…

You are at:Home What’s the latest news today? Sections UK News Briefing HUB Editorial World News today The Week so far UK-India trade deal after 3 years of talks UK and India sign trade deal – ‘Two-tier deal’ | Paper Talk  UK and India sign trade deal that will see tariffs reduced on products like whisky and gin, with expectations of a £25.5bn increase in bilateral trade. The agreement could see the UK economy be…

Labour is facing internal chaos over its refusal to U-turn on the winter fuel cuts – which many believe played a huge role in Labour’s losses during last week’s local elections in England.

Red Wall Labour MPs are urging the government to reinstate winter fuel payments, citing significant voter concern highlighted during local elections.

UK and India sign trade deal that will see tariffs reduced on products like whisky and gin, with expectations of a £25.5bn increase in bilateral trade. The agreement could see the UK economy be boosted by around £5bn a year – and marks the largest trade deal established by the UK since Brexit. 

What happened today in the UK? UK and India agree trade deal – PM refuses to scrap cuts to winter fuel payments – India launches missile attacks Grab yourself a coffee and let us break down the news in the UK this morning – it’s time for your daily dip into the headlines. From Westminster to the weather (yes, it’s raining again!) to sports and entertainment, regardless of whether you’re commuting or couch-bound – here are…

Cliff Notes China has introduced measures to support its Economy amid the escalating trade war with the US, coinciding with fresh peace talks scheduled for the weekend. Tariffs on Chinese goods have reached 145% in the US, while China has imposed 125% tariffs, straining both countries’ economies and affecting business sentiment. A coordinated stimulus effort from China includes plans to cut interest rates and reduce bank reserve requirements to encourage lending and combat deflation. Trade…

The government says it will not reverse cuts to winter fuel payments despite the measure causing turmoil in the party. Since last week’s local election losses for Labour (and huge gains for Reform), there have been growing calls within the party for the cuts to be abandoned. 

UK and India agree trade deal after more than 3 years of talks. The UK-India trade deal will make it easier for UK firms to export whisky, cars and other products to India, and cut taxes on India’s clothing and footwear exports.

BREAKING NEWS: The Pakistani Army mobilizing troops to Lahore border. This video recorded last night shows a huge troop movement on GT road heading towards Lahore and the Wahga border. This response is in the wake of Indian missile strikes in Pakistan which the Pakistani Prime Minister has declared as an “act of war”. Pakistani Army mobilizing troops to Lahore border A Pakistani Colonel exclusively disclosed to WTX News that Pakistan is preparing a major…

India has launched missile attacks on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. So far, at least 19 people have been killed and 38 injured.  Pakistan says it has shot down five Indian air jets. 

Cliff Notes A woman was killed by an alligator while rowing near Tiger Creek in Lake Kissimmee, Florida, on Tuesday afternoon. Authorities are investigating the incident, with conflicting reports on whether the woman was in a kayak or an open-hulled canoe. Nuisance alligator trappers have been dispatched to the area, but the alligator involved has not yet been located. Woman killed by alligator in Florida lake | US News . A woman has been killed…

India has announced it carried out missile strikes targeting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

President Donald Trump is set to announce a shift in terminology, stating that the U.S. will now refer to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf or Gulf of Arabia during his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia.

A review highlighted that police have not adapted to the threats posed by social media, contributing to the spread of violence during last summer’s riots.

The new Victims and Courts Bill will impose additional jail time or loss of privileges for criminals who fail to attend sentencing hearings in England and Wales.

The US has launched over 800 airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen since the start of the year, averaging 50 strikes per week, marking a significant military engagement for President Trump.

India’s missile strikes on Pakistan-controlled territory were prompted by a deadly attack on Indian tourists in Kashmir, which resulted in 26 fatalities.

Pakistan reports missile attacks from India targeting three locations along the border, according to security officials.

The Duchess of Sussex commemorated her son Archie’s sixth birthday by sharing a photograph of him watching a sunset, expressing gratitude for the love and warm wishes received.

VE Day celebrations dominate many newspapers today, with the front pages featuring images from yesterday’s fly-over and celebrations.

A newly-researched fungus species, aspergillus, is poised to spread from warmer regions to Europe and the UK due to climate change, potentially increasing infection risks.