‘Utmost priority’: In first address, new UK PM Rishi Sunak vows ‘stability’ against economic crisis
2 years, 2 months ago

‘Utmost priority’: In first address, new UK PM Rishi Sunak vows ‘stability’ against economic crisis

Hindustan Times  

In his first address after being elected as the Prime Minister of United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak vowed “stability and unity” against economic crisis in the country. New Conservative Party leader and incoming Prime Minister of the UK Rishi Sunak. "Rishi Sunak is therefore elected as leader of the Conservative party," senior backbencher Graham Brady said soon after Mordaunt left the contest. Sunak is going to succeed Liz Truss, whose disastrous economic plans to rescue the UK from the current crisis, fell apart quickly and made her the shortest-serving premier - only 44 days in office.

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Rishi Sunak's light-hearted advice to PM Keir Starmer: ‘Life comes at you fast’
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rishi Sunak's light-hearted advice to PM Keir Starmer: ‘Life comes at you fast’

Hindustan Times  

Britain's former prime minister and Conservative leader Rishi Sunak on Wednesday offered some light-hearted advice to his successor, Keir Starmer, during his first official speech as UK Opposition Leader in Parliament. Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak attend the State Opening of Parliament at the Palace of Westminster in London, Britain, July 17, 2024. Responding …

Who will replace Rishi Sunak as the Tory leader; what is next for him? Explained
6 months ago

Who will replace Rishi Sunak as the Tory leader; what is next for him? Explained

Live Mint  

Rishi Sunak apologized to the public and gave his last speech at 10 Downing Street after the Conservative Party had a crushing defeat against Keir Starmer’s Labour Party on July 5. Who would be the next Tory leader? Akshata Murty's husband, Sunak, was an "impressive finance minister", but “never fully appeared in control of a divided Conservative party”. But after …

Rishi Sunak’s campaign to stay British PM showed his lack of political touch
6 months ago

Rishi Sunak’s campaign to stay British PM showed his lack of political touch

The Hindu  

Rishi Sunak's campaign to remain Britain's Prime Minister showed a lack of political touch. “I have heard your anger, your disappointment, and I take responsibility for this loss," Mr. Sunak said in his final speech as Prime Minister outside the residence at 10 Downing St. Arguably, Mr. Sunak's biggest blunder — one that prompted him to apologize and which many …

Rishi Sunak’s campaign in the UK election showed his lack of political touch
6 months ago

Rishi Sunak’s campaign in the UK election showed his lack of political touch

Associated Press  

LONDON — Rishi Sunak’s campaign to remain Britain’s prime minister showed a lack of political touch. “I have heard your anger, your disappointment, and I take responsibility for this loss,” Sunak said in his final speech as prime minister outside the residence at 10 Downing St. Arguably, Sunak’s biggest blunder — one that prompted him to apologize and which many …

5 reasons Rishi Sunak will take big part of blame for Conservative Party's loss
6 months ago

5 reasons Rishi Sunak will take big part of blame for Conservative Party's loss

Firstpost  

The youngest UK prime minister in over 200 years, Rishi Sunak finally has to make way for the new incumbent, Keir Starmer. Senior leader and Dover MP Natalie Elphicke had defected to the Labour Party, protesting Sunak’s record on housing and stopping small boat crossings. It said that as the Conservative Party’s fifth prime minister in eight years, Sunak “will …

General election: Who are the main party leaders and what are their policies?
6 months ago

General election: Who are the main party leaders and what are their policies?

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives are widely expected to lose …

Rishi Sunak trends on Google as UK votes, Conservative Party’s fate hangs in balance
6 months ago

Rishi Sunak trends on Google as UK votes, Conservative Party’s fate hangs in balance

Hindustan Times  

As Britain votes in the general election, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is trending on Google Trends. Britain's Prime Minister and Conservative Party leader, Rishi Sunak, emphasised that how people vote will "determine the country's future." Higher crime with Labour, or safer streets with me.” “You’ve got less than 17 hours to save Britain from a Labour supermajority,” Sunak underscored. …

World’s ‘most successful’ political party stares at sweeping defeat in UK polls
6 months ago

World’s ‘most successful’ political party stares at sweeping defeat in UK polls

Live Mint  

LONDON—By Friday, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will almost certainly be drummed out of Downing Street and his ruling Conservative Party facing its deepest hole in more than a century. Polls ahead of Thursday’s U.K. election show the opposition Labour Party and its leader Keir Starmer on course to win by a margin of about 20 percentage points, ending 14 …

Britain’s Rishi Sunak struggles with missteps while trying to lift Conservatives ahead of elections
6 months, 1 week ago

Britain’s Rishi Sunak struggles with missteps while trying to lift Conservatives ahead of elections

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has portrayed himself as thorough and evidence-led throughout his relatively brief political career, but there’s always been a nagging question over the keenness of his political antenna. Sunak’s campaign has seen several missteps since he announced the July 4 election date in the pouring rain in late May, including his suspension of candidates …

'Rishi Sunak worst UK PM': Pollsters claim historic defeat for Conservative Party
6 months, 3 weeks ago

'Rishi Sunak worst UK PM': Pollsters claim historic defeat for Conservative Party

India Today  

The Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, is bracing for what analysts predict could be a consequential defeat in the history of British elections. Rob Ford, Professor of Politics at Manchester University, claimed that the ruling party is set to go below 30 per cent, adding that Rishi Sunak has the worst prime ministerial approval rating. Since David …

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is betting that calmer economic conditions will get him re-elected
7 months, 2 weeks ago

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is betting that calmer economic conditions will get him re-elected

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Sunak became prime minister in October 2022, when he replaced …

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is betting that calmer economic conditions will get him reelected
7 months, 2 weeks ago

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is betting that calmer economic conditions will get him reelected

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has portrayed himself as thorough and evidence-led. On replacing her after an uncontested leadership battle, Sunak became Britain’s first leader of color, the first Hindu to become prime minister — and at 42, the youngest leader for more than 200 years. “As I stand here as your prime minister, I can’t help but …

UK General Elections 2024: All About Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer And Other Key Players
7 months, 2 weeks ago

UK General Elections 2024: All About Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer And Other Key Players

ABP News  

The year of elections is set to witness yet another country going to the polls on July 4, 2024. This comes as a surprise as it was believed that autumn was the anticipated time of elections as Sunak’s party is way behind Keir Starmer’s Labour party and could eventually lead to throwing the former’s Conservative Party out of authority. The …

UK general election: PM Rishi Sunak calls surprise July vote as his party seeks to defy dire polls
7 months, 2 weeks ago

UK general election: PM Rishi Sunak calls surprise July vote as his party seeks to defy dire polls

CNN  

London CNN — UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a snap general election for July 4 in a statement outside Downing Street on Wednesday evening, as his Conservative Party faces an uphill struggle to extend its 14 years in power. Soaked by a downpour as he spoke, Sunak said: “Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future.” He …

70% of UK doesn't want Rishi Sunak to be PM any longer, poll shows
1 year ago

70% of UK doesn't want Rishi Sunak to be PM any longer, poll shows

Hindustan Times  

UK prime minister Rishi Sunak slips to worst ever rating has his government faces Rwanda policy row, according to a survey published by YouGov. This means that Rishi Sunak's net favourability rating is at minus 49 - down by 10 points from late November and the lowest score he has recorded since becoming PM in October last year. Rishi Sunak's …

STEPHEN GLOVER: Suddenly the economic clouds are lifting...
1 year, 11 months ago

STEPHEN GLOVER: Suddenly the economic clouds are lifting...

Daily Mail  

Could Rishi Sunak turn out to be a luckier Prime Minister than almost anyone has imagined? Item one is the growing consensus that interest rates, which were raised to 4 per cent last week, are unlikely to go up beyond 4.5 per cent, and should start to drop as inflation falls. This is what Huw Pill, the Bank of England’s …

Rishi Sunak's 100 days as UK PM: Strikes, rebellion, sleaze claims leave conservative leader little to celebrate
1 year, 11 months ago

Rishi Sunak's 100 days as UK PM: Strikes, rebellion, sleaze claims leave conservative leader little to celebrate

Firstpost  

After 100 days as prime minister, Rishi Sunak has little to celebrate as double-digit inflation fuels a winter of misery for many Britons. Strikes forced the closure of schools, railways, and other public sectors, with the Opposition portraying the wealthy premier as ‘weak’ and out of touch London**:** On reaching 100 days in 10 Downing Street this week, Rishi Sunak …

If Rishi Sunak wants to grow the economy, he needs to focus on two key areas
1 year, 11 months ago

If Rishi Sunak wants to grow the economy, he needs to focus on two key areas

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Yet, this does not explain why …

Bad news for Rishi Sunak. He, 15 ministers may lose seats in 2024 poll: Report
2 years ago

Bad news for Rishi Sunak. He, 15 ministers may lose seats in 2024 poll: Report

Hindustan Times  

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and 15 of his cabinet ministers may lose their seats in a general election “wipeout”, The Independent reported citing polling data. Besides Sunak, deputy prime minister Dominic Raab and health secretary Steve Barclay, foreign secretary James Cleverly, defence secretary Ben Wallace, business secretary Grant Shapps, Commons leader Penny Mordaunt and environment secretary Therese Coffey could …

Deja vu for Britain as Rishi Sunak faces fresh revolt within party
2 years ago

Deja vu for Britain as Rishi Sunak faces fresh revolt within party

India Today  

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing a fresh revolt within the Conservative party over his tax plans in the budget months after the Indian-origin Tory leader took over the reins of Britain. Rishi Sunak, whose six weeks in office saw him dealing with surging energy bills and a cost-of-living crisis, now faces heat from his own partymen to slash …

Britain’s voters warm to new leader Rishi Sunak — but not to his fractious party
2 years, 1 month ago

Britain’s voters warm to new leader Rishi Sunak — but not to his fractious party

LA Times  

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak leaves 10 Downing St. on his way to Parliament on Wednesday. Britain’s first prime minister of color, Sunak has stabilized the economy, reassured allies from Washington to Kyiv and even soothed the European Union after years of sparring between Britain and the bloc. Labor Party leader Keir Starmer, left, and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak …

Despite Losing Elections, How PM Rishi Sunak Became UK's Youngest PM, Learn in #ClassesWithNews18
2 years, 2 months ago

Despite Losing Elections, How PM Rishi Sunak Became UK's Youngest PM, Learn in #ClassesWithNews18

News 18  

​ For the last two years, the world has been restricted to homes. It included Nadhim Zahawi, Liz Truss, former defence minister Penny Mordaunt, ex-health minister Jeremy Hunt, Kemi Badenoch, Suella Braverman, Tom Tugendha, lawmaker Kemi Badenoch and home secretary Priti Patel. Johnson was, however, backing Liz Truss to be the next UK prime minister Truss defeated Sunak with 57 …

Excitement over Rishi at No. 10 as UK waits for his Nov. eco plan
2 years, 2 months ago

Excitement over Rishi at No. 10 as UK waits for his Nov. eco plan

Deccan Chronicle  

As always the weather reflected the storms that were battering Westminster in the last few weeks. As the former Prime Minister Liz Truss fell on her sword, and the prime ministerial race was opened once again, everyone feared there may be another long-drawn leadership battle while the country suffered its worst economic crisis in recent times. Fortunately, there was a …

The rise of Rishi Sunak: What British society thinks of their new PM
2 years, 2 months ago

The rise of Rishi Sunak: What British society thinks of their new PM

India Today  

When King Charles III met Rishi Sunak at Buckingham Palace, inviting him to be Britain’s prime minister, he was meeting a man richer than him. You do everything, you do both.” Sunak took his oath on the Bhagavad Gita when he became an MP and wore a ‘mouli’ while meeting King Charles III recently. How has white British society reacted …

In Pics | Rishi Sunak and other Indian-origin world leaders
2 years, 2 months ago

In Pics | Rishi Sunak and other Indian-origin world leaders

Hindustan Times  

In Pics | Rishi Sunak and other Indian-origin world leaders Rishi Sunak becoming prime minister of the United Kingdom was seen as a historic moment for all Indians. So, let's have a look at some of these global leaders with Indian connection.. 1 / 5 View Photos in a new improved layout Rishi Sunak is the UK's youngest Prime Minister …

Rise of Rishi Sunak and emergence of the global Hindu citizen
2 years, 2 months ago

Rise of Rishi Sunak and emergence of the global Hindu citizen

Firstpost  

If Sunak succeeds as the UK PM, the emergence of the confident and overachieving global Hindu will get a further fillip All the Indian nationalist chest-thumping notwithstanding, Rishi Sunak becoming the Prime Minister of the UK is not about history coming to a full circle or India avenging British colonisation. The other Indian-born and Sunak’s home secretary, Suella Braverman, is …

New British PM Rishi Sunak and family to move back to smaller flat above 10 Downing Street
2 years, 2 months ago

New British PM Rishi Sunak and family to move back to smaller flat above 10 Downing Street

India Today  

Newly-appointed British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his family will be returning to live in a smaller flat above No 10 Downing Street as they were "very happy there," his spokesperson has said. No 10 Downing Street has been the residence of British prime ministers since 1735, says the government's website. Speaking to the Times newspaper in August during the …

Rishi Sunak's first 100 days as prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak's first 100 days as prime minister

The Telegraph  

After being confirmed as Britain's next prime minister on Monday, Rishi Sunak faces a key period in his premiership - the first 100 days. Wednesday With barely 24 hours to prepare, Mr Sunak faced Sir Keir Starmer in the House of Commons for his first Prime Minister’s Questions. October 31 Mr Sunak’s Chancellor of the Exchequer will deliver the Government’s …

'Excited' about what UK, India can achieve as they deepen partnership: Rishi Sunak tells PM Modi
2 years, 2 months ago

'Excited' about what UK, India can achieve as they deepen partnership: Rishi Sunak tells PM Modi

Firstpost  

Sunak, 42, was elected Conservative Party leader on Monday, marking a very special Diwali for the former Chancellor of Exchequer who entered 10 Downing Street as the first Indian-origin and also the youngest British PM in 210 years London: Britain’s newly-elected Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Thursday thanked his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi for congratulating him on his new role, …

Will build a Britain where our children, grandchildren can light their diyas, says Rishi Sunak
2 years, 2 months ago

Will build a Britain where our children, grandchildren can light their diyas, says Rishi Sunak

The Hindu  

Extending Diwali greetings to everyone, Britain's newly-appointed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has vowed that he will do everything to build a Britain where children and grandchildren can light their Diyas and look to the future with hope. Mr. Sunak, 42, attended a Diwali reception at 10 Downing Street here on Wednesday night, a day after making history by becoming Britain's …

'Excited about India-UK partnership': Rishi Sunak tells PM Modi in 1st talk after taking charge of Britain
2 years, 2 months ago

'Excited about India-UK partnership': Rishi Sunak tells PM Modi in 1st talk after taking charge of Britain

India Today  

Rishi Sunak on Thursday thanked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for congratulating him on assuming charge as United Kingdom prime minister. I'm excited about what our two great democracies can achieve as we deepen our security, defence and economic partnership in the months & years ahead," Sunak tweeted. pic.twitter.com/Ly60ezbDPg — Rishi Sunak October 27, 2022 Taking to Twitter, PM Modi …

Pakistanis hope Sunak will push India on Kashmir resolution
2 years, 2 months ago

Pakistanis hope Sunak will push India on Kashmir resolution

Associated Press  

GUJRANWALA, Pakistan — Britain’s new prime minister, Rishi Sunak, has embraced his Indian and Hindu heritage but he also has roots in present-day Pakistan, in the city of Gujranwala, where his paternal grandparents lived during Britain’s colonial rule. College professor Khurram Shehzad said he hoped Sunak would work not only to strengthen relations between Pakistan and Britain but also bring …

Rishi Sunak holds first Cabinet meeting with his new team
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak holds first Cabinet meeting with his new team

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday held his first Cabinet meeting with the new team as he prepares for his debut at Prime Minister's Questions, the first big test of Britain's Indian-origin premier's leadership. Mr. Sunak's first Cabinet meeting was held amid criticism over his reappointment of Ms. Braverman as home secretary. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly — who's kept his …

Rishi Sunak to face opposition in Parliament for 1st time
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak to face opposition in Parliament for 1st time

Hindustan Times  

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is holding the first meeting of his new Cabinet before facing the opposition in Parliament on Wednesday for the first time as leader. Sunak’s office said the lineup “effects a unified party” and aims to ensure “that at this uncertain time, there is continuity at the heart of government.” But during the regular House of …

Rishi Sunak could DELAY Halloween budget
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak could DELAY Halloween budget

Daily Mail  

Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt today postponed a key financial announcement due to take place on Halloween to give them more time to 'get under the bonnet' of the nation's broken finances. Michael Gove arrived early to help Mr Sunak prepare for his first PMQs Transport Secretary Mark Harper and Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary Dominic Raab walk into …

Editor’s Pick | Rishi Sunak takes over as Britain’s first non-white PM
2 years, 2 months ago

Editor’s Pick | Rishi Sunak takes over as Britain’s first non-white PM

The Hindu  

Tuesday was a historic day for the United Kingdom as it got its first-ever non-white Prime Minister in Rishi Sunak, the former Chancellor of the Exchequer and Britain’s youngest Prime Minister in recent times. Mr. Sunak, a committed Brexiteer, will face turbulence as most of Britain’s economic headwinds are of Westminster’s own making, says The Hindu opinion piece “…the story …

Rishi Sunak 'Doppelganger' Spotted Partying at Ibiza Club, Dubbed 'Raving Rishi'
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak 'Doppelganger' Spotted Partying at Ibiza Club, Dubbed 'Raving Rishi'

News 18  

Rishi Sunak has become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in the midst of a “profound economic challenge” and has to make some tough decisions ahead. Turns out Sunak has a “raving” doppelganger, and no, this one’s not Indian cricketer Ashish Nehra. “Raving Rishi”, as he has been affectionately dubbed on social media, was spotted around January this year …

Just a day in office, UK PM Rishi Sunak faces flak for old comment on trans community | Video
2 years, 2 months ago

Just a day in office, UK PM Rishi Sunak faces flak for old comment on trans community | Video

India Today  

It’s been less than a day since he has taken over as Britain’s 57th Prime Minister and Rishi Sunak is already dealing with controversies. “The Conservative Party is an open, welcoming family to everybody across society, no matter who they are and irrespective of their background,” Sunak’s statement on the organisation’s website reads. “Achieving progress, bringing people together, maintaining a …

UK PM Rishi Sunak faces lawmakers’ questions for the first time
2 years, 2 months ago

UK PM Rishi Sunak faces lawmakers’ questions for the first time

Al Jazeera  

The new Conservative leader aims to instill confidence that his government will offer economic stability after the market turmoil caused by his predecessor. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has faced the opposition in the House of Commons for the first time since taking office, seeking to provide assurances that his new government will offer economic stability and continuity after his …

Sunak makes Parliament debut as prime minister and axes more Truss policies
2 years, 2 months ago

Sunak makes Parliament debut as prime minister and axes more Truss policies

LA Times  

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks during Prime Minister’s Questions in the House of Commons in London on Wednesday. Rishi Sunak faced the opposition in Parliament for the first time as Britain’s prime minister Wednesday, promising to restore economic stability after his predecessor’s tax plans triggered market tumult. Sunak, who took office Tuesday, has appointed a government that mixes allies …

Tough challenges await new British PM Rishi Sunak
2 years, 2 months ago

Tough challenges await new British PM Rishi Sunak

Hindustan Times  

Rishi Sunak became Britain’s third prime minister in two months on Tuesday, tasked with tackling a mounting economic crisis, a warring political party and a deeply divided country in one of the greatest challenges to confront any new leader. Sunak, Britain’s youngest prime minister for more than 200 years and its first leader of colour, replaced Liz Truss who resigned …

How Rishi Sunak as UK PM matters to India
2 years, 2 months ago

How Rishi Sunak as UK PM matters to India

Live Mint  

Rishi Sunak took over as Britain’s first prime minister of Asian heritage. Sunak was quick off the mark, despite a late challenge by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who quit the race despite claiming the support of around 100 MPs. Walmart will boost Flipkart with $3bn to challenge rivals Why Reliance investors remain unimpressed After Sep quarter show, ITC’s stock …

Short or long stay, Brexit Britain’s challenges remain
2 years, 2 months ago

Short or long stay, Brexit Britain’s challenges remain

The Hindu  

Rishi Sunak has claimed several records this week — Britain’s first Asian Prime Minister, the youngest in two centuries, and certainly the wealthiest in living memory. But the story of Liz Truss’ rise and fall, and of Rishi Sunak’s rise to become Britain’s fifth Prime Minister in six years is also the story of Brexit Britain. Just as Brexit had …

PM Rishi Sunak Unveils New Team, Picks Dominic Raab as His Deputy, Jeremy Hunt as Finance Min
2 years, 2 months ago

PM Rishi Sunak Unveils New Team, Picks Dominic Raab as His Deputy, Jeremy Hunt as Finance Min

News 18  

Rishi Sunak on Tuesday was officially appointed as British Prime Minister by King Charles III. Sunak also unveiled his new cabinet and inducted several ministers from Truss Cabinet including Jeremy Hunt, Suella Braverman, Ben Wallace, Penny Mordaunt, Michelle Donelan, Chris Heaton-Harris and Alister Jack. Sunak became the ruling Conservatives’ new leader on Monday after rival contender Penny Mordaunt failed to …

Sunak's new team has old faces as he aims to fight crisis, many exit | In points
2 years, 2 months ago

Sunak's new team has old faces as he aims to fight crisis, many exit | In points

Hindustan Times  

Rishi Sunak on Tuesday took over as Britain's new Prime Minister, becoming the first person of colour – as an Indian-origin leader – to head the country. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Sunak, who became the youngest Prime Minister in modern history, is now in the process of appointing ministers for his cabinet – a critical step that will decide …

Focus on India-U.K. ties as Sunak becomes British PM
2 years, 2 months ago

Focus on India-U.K. ties as Sunak becomes British PM

The Hindu  

India's bilateral relations with the U.K. may well be poised to see greater two-way exchanges as Rishi Sunak was installed as Britain's first Indian-origin Prime Minister on Tuesday, scripting an impressive political comeback in British politics. Mr. Sunak, 42, was elected Conservative Party leader on Monday, marking a very special Diwali for the former Chancellor of Exchequer who entered 10 …

Rishi Sunak Would Have Been A Backbencher in Indian Politics: Shashi Tharoor
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak Would Have Been A Backbencher in Indian Politics: Shashi Tharoor

News 18  

Britain’s newest Prime Minister Rishi Sunak would have been a backbencher in Indian politics, believes Congress leader Shashi Tharoor. The Thiruvananthapuram MP, who was trolled on social media earlier in the day after commenting that it is “very rare" for a member of a “visible minority" like Sunak to occupy a country’s “most powerful office" and wondering whether it can …

New British PM Rishi Sunak pledges to clean up mess
2 years, 2 months ago

New British PM Rishi Sunak pledges to clean up mess

The Hindu  

Britain’s new Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak on Tuesday said he would try to fix the mess left by his predecessor, restore faith in politics and tackle a “profound economic crisis” but warned the country there would be difficult decisions. PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti said it was a proud moment that Indian-origin Sunak was …

The road ahead for Rishi Sunak
2 years, 2 months ago

The road ahead for Rishi Sunak

Hindustan Times  

Rishi Sunak on Tuesday became the first person of colour, the first Hindu, and the youngest in 210 years to be named prime minister of the United Kingdom. That’s because Mr Sunak, the UK’s third PM in a month-and-a-half, faces tough economic and political challenges. That will mean unpopular cuts on government spending, and it could mean more unpopular tax …

Rishi Sunak becomes UK PM: Timeline of events that gave him a second chance
2 years, 2 months ago

Rishi Sunak becomes UK PM: Timeline of events that gave him a second chance

Live Mint  

Rishi Sunak has formally taken charge as Britain's first Indian-origin Prime Minister after an audience with King Charles III on Tuesday. July 2019: Sunak endorses Boris Johnson for British Prime Minister and is rewarded by the new leader with a job as Treasury minister under then Chancellor Sajid Javid. September 2: Voting closes in the UK Prime Minister race between …

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