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New Delhi demands explanation from UK for allowing Khalistan goons to insult Indian flag

India unhappy with the reaction of the United Kingdom (UK), over the unruly anti-Indian ‘Khalistan’ protesters creating ruckus at the Indian High Commission and trying pull down the national flag. The UK administation stayed a mute spectator to the entire incident and did nothing to stop these goons or arrest them for insulting the dignity of the Indian flag and creating ruckus at the Indian High Commission in Westminster. These goons were protesting agaist the crackdown on Amritpal Singh, the self-proclaimed President of the pro-Khalistan outfit Waris Punjab De.

On Sunday late evening, the External Affairs Ministry (MEA) summoned British Deputy High Commissioner Christina Scott and demanded an explanation over the videos showing Indian flag being pulled down. However, New Delhi had made it very clear that the attitude of the UK in handling Khalistan separatists will not be accepted.

India has termed the entire incident as an “indifference” to Indian diplomats. The incident has raised huge controversy in the UK as Indian have condemned the attitude.

The British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, condemned the actions and tweeted, “I condemn the disgraceful acts today against the people and premises of the @HCI_London — totally unacceptable”.

However, if delayed then this may lead to another Bhindranwale in the making. Punjab had witnessed huge setback in terms of development during the 80’s when insurgency in the state was at it’s peak and terrorism had ruined Punjab.

This is indeed a very serious issue and UK cannot stay mute spectator as such attitude will only make the bilateral ties between both the countries sour.

PM Sunak meets King Charles, addresses the nation

United Kingdom’s Prime Minister elect Rishi Sunak met King Charles at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday and addressed the nation for the first time as PM Rishi Sunak. Buckingham Palace tweeted:

King Charles as per the ceremony appointed Rishi Sunak as the country’s next prime minister and he will be asked to form an administration. At around 11:35 am local time (4:05 pm IST).

PM Sunak addressed the nation immediately after meeting King Charles. He said his priority would be to bring the country together and said he was “humbled and honoured” to get the greatest privilege of his life to give back to the country I owe so much. “The UK is a great country, but there is no doubt we face a profound economic challenge”, added PM Sunak.

PM Sunak tweeted:

The news of Rishi Sunak being elected as Prime Minister of Britain came as a big news for India. The world leaders are taking to twitter to congratulate PM Sunak. The Indian diaspora in Britain are elated to have PM Sunak as their next Prime Minister.

PM Modi congratulates Rishi Sunak on being elected as UK’s Prime Minister

On Deepawali, Rishi Sunak was elected as the Prime Minister of United Kingdom. This came like a big surprise to many across the globe as Sunak being an Indian origin was the first non-white Prime Minister of UK. The social media was abuzz with greetings, and congratulations messages. From eminent political leaders to common people took to twitter to wish Sunak on his becoming new UK Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “As you become UK PM, I look forward to working closely together on global issues, and implementing Roadmap 2030,”. The Prime Minister referring to a framework agreement struck between the two countries. “Special Diwali wishes to the ‘living bridge’ of UK Indians, as we transform our historic ties into a modern partnership”, added PM Modi.

The Indian diaspora in the United Kingdom, has expressed their happiness over the development. Prime Minister elect Rishi Sunak will assume the office of Prime Minister on Tuesday. Former Prime Minister Lizz Truss will address the Press outside 10, Downing Street. Following which the new Prime Minister will to 10, Downing Street.

President Murmu attends Queen’s funeral in London, pays rich tributes

President Droupadi Murmu who arrived in London on Saturday evening to attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II attended the funeral ceremony of the Queen who reigned for nearly 70-years. Indeed an eventful career as a monarch. She had witnessed numerous developments including her share of controversies.

President Murmu was also invited to the reception for world leaders hosted at Buckingham Palace by King Charles III that took place on Sunday. However, the UK has opted to invite ambassadors, not heads of state, from several countries – Iran, Nicaragua and North Korea.

Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 at her summer residence of Balmoral Castle in Scotland on September 8, is lying-in-state at Westminster Hall before the funeral at Westminster Abbey on the morning of September 19.

Westminster Abbey has space for around 2,000 people, and around 500 heads of state and foreign dignitaries and their partners are expected to attend. Large number of people in UK had gathered in front of the Westminster Abbey to bid farewell to their favourite Queen.

Prince Charles becomes King of Britain

As per the tradition of the Royal family, Prince Charles, eldest son of Queen Elizabeth, is now the King of Britain.

The Palace also put out a statement by the King on the passing away of the Queen. Charles said the death of his beloved mother was a moment of the “greatest sadness” for him and all his family members.

Prince Charles tweeted immediately after he was declared the King:

Prince William will likely become the Prince of Wales/Duke of Cornwall and his wife, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, following the death of Queen Elizabeth on Thursday. Prince William held title of Duke of Cambridge before the Queen’s death.

The title ‘Prince of Wales’ is reserved for the heir apparent and was held by Charles, now King.

The title of ‘Princess of Wales’ was last held by Princess Diana because Duchess Camilla, wife of Charles, chose not to use it out of respect.

Queen Elizabeth II no more, people gather outside Buckingham Palace

Britain’s longest serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth II is no more. Death came at Balmoral retreat in the Scottish highlands, where Queen spent her last days. She was 96. Queen Elizabeth reigned for 70 years, from 1952 to 2022. During her tenure, she had worked with 15 Prime Ministers starting from Winston Churchill to Boris Johnson and recently elected Liz Truss.

The Buckingham Palace tweeted:

The United Kingdom (UK) celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee to mark 70 years of service to the nation with grand events in June. Last year, Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Phillip (Queen’s husband) had passed away after a prolonged illness. Queen too was ailing since October last year, she had difficulties in walking and standing.

Queen Elizabeth became the longest-serving British monarch in 2015, she had surpassed her great-great grandmother Queen Victoria. In 2022, she became the world’s second longest reigning monarch.

Queen Elizabeth II was born in April 1926. She was crowned in 1952 – five years after she married to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

However, there is no confirmation over the details of last rights.

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