European Union

Britain will face challenges in post-Brexit trade talks, experts say

Aligning British rules with those of the US would create divergences with the EU and inevitably create extra friction.

Nov 8, 2019

'Curated, Sanitised picnic': Mufti slams centre over EU delegation Srinagar visit; Here are reactions from other leaders

The European Union lawmakers will meet the residents, traders, state government officials and the houseboat owners to 'see the ground situation.'

Oct 29, 2019

Guess what Faf du Plessis is relying on to improve South African cricket – Brexit! Here's why

After suffering a humiliating whitewash at the hands of India, Faf du Plessis talked about how Brexit could help his team in future.

Oct 22, 2019

How will the Brexit deal affect large Indian corporate investors in the UK?

Tata Group is happy that the Brexit deal removes some uncertainty while many others are yet to decide and remain tight-lipped as they assess the situation

Oct 18, 2019

US widens trade war; slaps 25 percent tariffs on European goods, 10 percent on Airbus

But no tariffs will be imposed on EU-made aircraft parts used in Airbus' Alabama assembly operations or those used by rival US planemaker Boeing Co, safeguarding US manufacturing jobs.

Oct 3, 2019

Iran warns of 'strong step' away from nuclear deal if Europe cannot offer new terms

Iran's oil should be bought and its money should be accessible to return to the country, said Ali Rabiei, an Iranian government spokesman.

Sep 2, 2019

Anyone providing support to blacklisted Iranian tanker will face sanction, warns US

Tensions between Tehran and Washington have risen since President Trump withdrew from a landmark 2015 nuclear deal between major powers and Iran last year and imposed crippling unilateral sanctions.

Aug 31, 2019

Raghuram Rajan top contender for the post of Bank of England chief

The former RBI chief has an impeccable record while serving at multiple economic institutions during his career as an economist.

Jun 12, 2019

Will China's US trade war loss be India's gain? Tirupur hosiers eye export boost

Traders hope for Rs 30,000 crore export bonanza as inquiries pour in amid escalating US-China tit-for-tat tariff war fears; exporters urge the government to conclude a free-trade deal with EU so that exports to Europe would double.

May 10, 2019

EU would impose import duties on UK right after a no-deal Brexit

EU companies trading with the UK had to be ready for additional costs and bureaucracy as customs checks increased, while travellers would also be subject to more checks.

Apr 4, 2019

Spotify working on a new feature for mobile users

'Every monopolist will suggest they have done nothing wrong,' says Spotify on Apple

Taking exception to Spotify's complaint with the European Union (EU) last week alleging iOS App Store rules to be unfair, Apple slammed Spotify for wanting "all the benefits of a free app without being free".

Mar 17, 2019

UK firms hold off on permanent hires as Brexit nears: Survey

British employers held off from hiring permanent staff in February, adding to signs of growing nerves ahead of Brexit in the country's otherwise strong labour market, a survey of recruiters showed on Friday.

Mar 8, 2019

Brexit 'airbags' being tested by business with 40 days to exit day - KPMG

With just 40 days until the United Kingdom is due to leave the European Union, businesses are testing their emergency Brexit preparations to ensure they have enough cash and staff in the event of a disorderly exit, KPMG said.

Feb 17, 2019

Boris Johnson's sister Rachel bares chest on national TV in Brexit protest

Rachel says it can be 'hard to get your voice heard about Brexit nowadays'

Feb 15, 2019

Anti-Brexit demonstrators protest opposite the Houses of Parliament in London, Britain, June 12, 2018

How will Brexit affect India?

So far, Brexit talks between England and the EU have not been fruitful and there are concerns that Britain might have to leave the Union without a deal which may have severe economic impact including a recession in England.

Feb 10, 2019

Indian students in UK: After declining for years, the number is on rise

The numbers by the HESA show that the United Kingdom is still not the preferred education destination for Indian students but the perception could be changing slowly in recent times.

Jan 20, 2019

Theresa May suffers severe defeat over Brexit deal, opposition calls no-confidence vote

Within minutes after the defeat, opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn announced that his party would move a motion of no-confidence against May's government, to be held on Wednesday.

Jan 16, 2019

The 2018 CBI Conference Takes Place On The Greenwich Peninsular

Brexit takes toll on Britain's financial sector, outlook weak

Profitability in the sector which raises the most tax in Britain was flat for the third quarter in a row in the three months to December 2018, the survey released on Monday said.

Jan 14, 2019

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Italy's 2019 budget wins Senate approval amid outcry

The budget has to be approved by the lower house of Parliament so it can take effect from the start of the new year.

Dec 23, 2018

A renegotiated Brexit would go ahead under Labour government: Jeremy Corbyn

Britain's opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn would push ahead with Brexit and seek to renegotiate the terms if he won a snap election next year, he said on Saturday, in a blow to party supporters who want a second referendum.

Dec 22, 2018

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