UK PM Rishi Sunak Faces Backlash, Defends Party Amid Allegations of Islamophobia
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Sunak, a prominent British Indian leader, faced probing questions during a BBC radio interview in northern England regarding whether the Conservative Party harbors "Islamophobic tendencies," particularly in light of MP Lee Anderson's recent suspension from the party. Anderson had drawn criticism for suggesting that "Islamists" had gained control over Khan, a Pakistani-origin member of the Labour Party, prompting Khan to condemn the remarks as "Islamophobic, racist, and anti-Islam."
UK Prime Minister Sunak's Personal Tax Payment Surpasses £500,000 Mark
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The tax documents further reveal that Sunak earned nearly GBP 1.8 million through capital gains, marking an increase from GBP 1.6 million in the preceding financial year (2021-22). Additionally, he accrued GBP 293,407 from other interest and dividends.
UK PM Sunak Stands Firm on Rwanda Migrants Bet: 'I am Not a Betting Person,' Defends Decision
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Sunak's government introduced legislation declaring Rwanda a safe country, aiming to revive the controversial deportation policy. However, the bill needs approval from the House of Lords before becoming law. Despite the challenges, the government aims to launch deportation flights in the coming months, ahead of a potential general election.
Historic Power-Sharing Pact Overseen by Indian-Origin PMs in UK and Ireland
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The leaders convened at Parliament Buildings, Stormont Castle, and commended efforts to reinstate devolution in Northern Ireland. Prime Minister Sunak, who hails from Southampton with roots in Punjab, and Taoiseach Varadkar, born in Dublin with familial ties to Maharashtra, met with political leaders, including First Minister Michelle O’Neill and Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly, who leads the devolved region’s executive from the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).
Sunak Faces New Challenges: Minister Accused of Granting Infosys 'VIP Access,' According to Reports
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During a meeting at Infosys' office, Johnson, as revealed through Freedom of Information requests, provided guidance on obtaining UK visas for Infosys staff, particularly highlighting the High Potential Individual visa scheme.
UK PM Addresses Racism: Opens Up About Parental Expectations to Speak Without an Accent for Social Acceptance
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He highlighted the determination of his parents for him and his siblings to "fit in and not for it to be, in any way, shape or form, a barrier." Sunak's mother was particularly keen on her children speaking without accents and encouraged extra drama lessons for this purpose.
UK PM Addresses Racism: Opens Up About Parental Expectations to Speak Without an Accent for Social Acceptance
Anurima Das -
He highlighted the determination of his parents for him and his siblings to "fit in and not for it to be, in any way, shape or form, a barrier." Sunak's mother was particularly keen on her children speaking without accents and encouraged extra drama lessons for this purpose.
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