UK-India FTA gets compared to ‘bag of soggy poppadums’ in House of Commons debate

[ad_1] TOI correspondent from London: MPs of all political parties criticised the UK-India FTA at a debate in the House of Commons on Monday, with shadow trade secretary Andrew Griffith saying: “Instead of a vindaloo of a deal, the PM came back with a bag of soggy poppadums.”Trade minister Chris Bryant defended the deal, saying […]

How powerful is Mohammed bin Salman compared to other Gulf royals?

[ad_1] How Powerful is Mohammed bin Salman? Comparing Saudi Crown Prince’s Influence to Other Gulf Royals In the modern Gulf, a region once viewed as a sleepy backwater of oil princes and ceremonial monarchs has become a powerhouse of economic transformation, shifting alliances, ambitious visions and intense personality-driven leadership. At the center of this transformation […]

Bahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value? | World News

[ad_1] Applicants now weigh Bahrain, UAE, and Saudi residency schemes for affordability, flexibility, and family benefits/Representative Image TL;DR: Bahrain’s 10-year Golden Residency is one of the most cost-effective long-term Gulf residency available in 2025. The UAE’s Golden Visa requires AED 2 million (USD 545,000) investment or comes via talent with nomination, with complex renewal criteria. […]

Shalini Pandey on being compared to Alia Bhatt; says, “We don’t need another Alia because she is amazing just as she is” : Bollywood News

[ad_1] Shalini Pandey made her acting debut in 2017 alongside Vijay Deverakonda in Arjun Reddy and quickly became an internet sensation. Her innocence, charming looks, and electrifying chemistry with Vijay caught everyone’s attention. In 2024, she once again went viral after starring as Kishori in Maharaj, the debut film of Aamir Khan’s son, Junaid Khan. […]