Queen Elizabeth II's funeral to be a public holiday, approves Charles III
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's funeral to be a public holiday, approves Charles III

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III, who was officially proclaimed as Britain's new monarch on Saturday, has approved an order declaring day of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral as a public holiday. Charles III vowed to follow mother's 'inspiring example' in a personal declaration at the accession ceremony. In his address, Charles said: “In carrying out the heavy task that has been laid upon me, and to which I now dedicate what remains to me of my life, I pray for the guidance and help of Almighty God.” Charles III proclaimed as Britain's new King Charles III was officially declared the new monarch in a historic ceremony in St James's Palace where former prime ministers, bishops and a host of politicians shouted "God Save The King". Thousands gathered outside royal palaces, including scores flocking to Buckingham Palace in the early hours of Saturday morning to pay respects to the queen and Charles III, the new monarch.

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The day the Queen died: How King Charles was addressed as 'Your Majesty' for the first time over the phone two years ago today, as he drove back to Balmoral to be at his mother's bedside
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The day the Queen died: How King Charles was addressed as 'Your Majesty' for the first time over the phone two years ago today, as he drove back to Balmoral to be at his mother's bedside

Daily Mail  

It was two years ago today that Queen Elizabeth II passed away peacefully at the age of 96, after a 70-year reign that many hoped would somehow go on forever. One of the final acts of the late Queen Elizabeth II was to welcome new prime minister Liz Truss and accept the resignation of Boris JOhnson The late Queen Elizabeth …

Two years after Queen Elizabeth II's death, everything has changed
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ABC  

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UK royals unite on palace balcony, with Kate back at her first public event since cancer diagnosis
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UK royals unite on palace balcony, with Kate back at her first public event since cancer diagnosis

China Daily  

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UK royals unite on palace balcony, with Kate back at her first public event since cancer diagnosis
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UK royals unite on palace balcony, with Kate back at her first public event since cancer diagnosis

China Daily  

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Queen Elizabeth II was concerned about dying in Scotland, says daughter
1 year ago

Queen Elizabeth II was concerned about dying in Scotland, says daughter

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II was persuaded to step back from making decisions about her own funeral after mentioning that it would be "more difficult" if she died in Scotland, her daughter told a forthcoming documentary. ‘Relief’ Anne, 73, said in the documentary it was "serendipity" she was at Balmoral before her mother's death which followed a year of declining health. “That …

Queen Elizabeth II remembered a year after her death as gun salutes ring out for King Charles III
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Queen Elizabeth II remembered a year after her death as gun salutes ring out for King Charles III

Associated Press  

LONDON — With gun salutes and tolling bells, the United Kingdom on Friday marked the anniversary of the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the ascension of King Charles III, who remembered his mother as a symbol of stability during her 70-year reign. “I am deeply grateful, too, for the love and support that has been shown to my wife …

Queen Elizabeth's final days included a meeting with the UK's PM, cancelled appointments and bedside vigils
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Queen Elizabeth's final days included a meeting with the UK's PM, cancelled appointments and bedside vigils

ABC  

The plans for her death were meticulous. The Queen's final days In the year leading up to her death, doctors had ordered Queen Elizabeth II to rest and take it easy. Charles rushed back from his ramble in the garden to his mother's bedside, while Prince William, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward and his wife, Sophie Wessex, boarded a RAF Northolt …

Queen Elizabeth II Honored with Memorial Plans for 2026 to Mark Her 100th Birthday
1 year, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II Honored with Memorial Plans for 2026 to Mark Her 100th Birthday

News 18  

An independent body will unveil plans for a permanent memorial to Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II in 2026, to mark what would have been the late monarch’s 100th birthday, the government said Sunday. The Cabinet Office said Robin Janvrin, Elizabeth’s former private secretary, has been appointed as chairman of the Queen Elizabeth memorial committee to consider proposals for a “fitting tribute” …

UK unveils plans for 'fitting tribute' to Queen Elizabeth II
1 year, 3 months ago

UK unveils plans for 'fitting tribute' to Queen Elizabeth II

Hindustan Times  

The UK government announced on Sunday early stage plans to erect a permanent memorial to the late Queen Elizabeth II, alongside a national legacy programme in her honour, in 2026. Queen elizabeth The "fitting tribute" to Britain's longest-reigning monarch, who died in September last year aged 96 after 70 years on the throne, will be unveiled to coincide with what …

The reported plans on how royal family will pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on anniversary of her death
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The reported plans on how royal family will pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on anniversary of her death

The Independent  

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‘King Charles will be inaugurated at a time when Empire is gone’
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‘King Charles will be inaugurated at a time when Empire is gone’

Al Jazeera  

The differences in the coronations of King Charles and his mother highlight the changing role of Britain’s monarchy. The 39th monarch’s coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey was steeped in religious pomp, symbolism and tradition as millions watched watch Queen Elizabeth II recite an oath, was anointed with holy oil and adorned with riches, robes and royal regalia as she was …

How King Charles III is celebrating his 74th birthday, 1st as Britain's monarch
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How King Charles III is celebrating his 74th birthday, 1st as Britain's monarch

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III is celebrating his 74th birthday and his first as Britain's monarch on Monday. King Charles III: Britain's King Charles attends the state funeral and burial of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, in London, Britain. King Charles III's first birthday as monarch will be marked by the Band of the Household Cavalry performing Happy Birthday during the Changing of the …

King Charles III in first engagement since queen’s death
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King Charles III in first engagement since queen’s death

Associated Press  

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Queen Elizabeth, Charles disagreed on William's role in this important event
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Queen Elizabeth, Charles disagreed on William's role in this important event

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II overruled Charles' decision when her son asserted that only he and Prince William should the senior officials to lay a wreath at the Cenotaph during the Remembrance Service in 2021, a new book claimed. Katie Nicholl's book 'The New Royals' said that, “When Charles suggested that he and William should be the only two senior royals to …

How many people tuned in to watch Queen Elizabeth II' s funeral? The number is…
2 years, 3 months ago

How many people tuned in to watch Queen Elizabeth II' s funeral? The number is…

Hindustan Times  

The BBC said it achieved UK audience highs of 28 million watching the channel's coverage of the Queen Elizabeth II state funeral on Monday adding that the overall viewership accounted for “the majority of the UK public”. Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral processions at Westminster Abbey Live footage of the Queen lying-in-state was streamed 25 million times across BBC online, …

Queen Elizabeth II’s unseen picture taken at Balmoral released after her funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II’s unseen picture taken at Balmoral released after her funeral

Live Mint  

The longest-serving monarch of Britain, Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest on Monday with her husband Prince Philip and parents in an intimate ceremony in London’s Windsor. After her funeral with full state honors, the Royal Family of Britain released her unseen picture where she can be seen hiking around the area of Balmoral in 1971. The photo was …

Prince Harry did this sweet gesture for Meghan Markle during Queen's funeral
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Prince Harry did this sweet gesture for Meghan Markle during Queen's funeral

Hindustan Times  

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returned to spotlight amid the poignant services held during Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on Monday. The Independent reported that funeral guest and attorney Pranav Bhanot shared some of the moments when he saw the Duke of Sussex Prince Harry ensuring support and comfort to his wife Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle during the Westminster Abbey …

Prince Harry was told of Queen's death just 5 minutes before the public: Report
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Prince Harry was told of Queen's death just 5 minutes before the public: Report

Hindustan Times  

Prince Harry reportedly found out about the passing of his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II just a few minutes before the rest of the world, a report from The Telegraph said. King Charles III told his youngest son about his grandmother's demise “five minutes before Buckingham Palace released the official announcement”, the report added. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Britain's Prince Harry …

Queen Elizabeth II funeral: Whopping cost of British Monarch's farewell ceremony will make you go wow!
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India TV News  

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King Charles III's handwritten note on Queen Elizabeth's coffin added personal touch to funeral | PIC
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King Charles III's handwritten note on Queen Elizabeth's coffin added personal touch to funeral | PIC

India TV News  

"In loving and devoted memory, Charles R." This handwritten card from King Charles III placed among the colourful flowers lying over rich green foliage gave personal touch to British Queen Elizabeth II's coffin during the late monarch's final journey on Monday. At King Charles III's request, the wreath for the Britain's longest-serving monarch's funeral contained flowers and foliage cut from …

Queen Elizabeth II mourned by Britain and world at funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II mourned by Britain and world at funeral

Associated Press  

LONDON — The United Kingdom and the world bade farewell to Queen Elizabeth II on Monday with a state funeral that drew presidents and kings, princes and prime ministers — and crowds in the streets of London and at Windsor Castle — to honor a monarch whose 70-year reign defined an age. “Here, where Queen Elizabeth was married and crowned, …

Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral | Live updates
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral | Live updates

Associated Press  

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Queen Elizabeth II laid to rest at Windsor in private family burial
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II laid to rest at Windsor in private family burial

Hindustan Times  

The royal family celebrated Queen Elizabeth II's "life of service, love and faith" as they bade farewell to Britain's longest-serving monarch in an intimate ceremony in the Windsor Castle on Monday. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Pall bearers carry the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle. Queen Elizabeth II, who died on September 8 aged 96, was buried alongside …

Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Late Monarch Laid to Rest Alongside Husband Prince Philip
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Late Monarch Laid to Rest Alongside Husband Prince Philip

News 18  

Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral Updates: Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin was lowered into the Royal Vault at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. The conclusion of the Committal Service marked the end of the public aspect of the Queen’s funeral, as the royal family gathered for a private ceremony for her burial next to her late husband, Prince Philip, in the …

AP PHOTOS: A family’s grief on display at queen’s funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

AP PHOTOS: A family’s grief on display at queen’s funeral

Associated Press  

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‘Long live the Queen’: UK bids farewell to their monarch as her son King Charles III gets teary-eyed | In Pics
2 years, 3 months ago

‘Long live the Queen’: UK bids farewell to their monarch as her son King Charles III gets teary-eyed | In Pics

Hindustan Times  

The 10-day mourning period for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II culminated to an hour-long funeral service at Westminster Abbey, a procession to Wellington Arch, and then a long ride in a state hearse to the late monarch's home - Windsor Castle, on Monday. King Charles III and members of the Royal family follow behind the coffin of Queen Elizabeth …

Queen’s funeral in pictures: Royals unite in grief as they bid farewell to Britain’s longest reigning monarch
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen’s funeral in pictures: Royals unite in grief as they bid farewell to Britain’s longest reigning monarch

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery King Charles and the Queen Consort at the committal service …

To lone piper's lament, Queen Elizabeth II's coffin lowered into royal vault
2 years, 3 months ago

To lone piper's lament, Queen Elizabeth II's coffin lowered into royal vault

Hindustan Times  

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Queen Elizabeth's Wedding, Coronation & Funeral: Why Service at Westminster Abbey is an Emotive Farewell
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's Wedding, Coronation & Funeral: Why Service at Westminster Abbey is an Emotive Farewell

News 18  

Queen Elizabeth II was married and crowned in Westminster Abbey. In death, she entered and departed the thousand-year-old church to the same words of prayer: “May God grant to the living, grace; to the departed, rest.” The words are engraved on a stone slab next to the Great West Door through which Elizabeth’s coffin was borne for Monday’s Anglican funeral …

To Her Majesty, with love: Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral | See Pics
2 years, 3 months ago

To Her Majesty, with love: Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral | See Pics

Hindustan Times  

To Her Majesty, with love: Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral | See Pics Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral was held today at London's Westminster Abbey where world leaders joined King Charles III and the British royal family to bid farewell to Britain's longest-reigning monarch.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral processions …

In Photos: The royal family at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

In Photos: The royal family at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III along with the Queen Consort Camilla was present at Queen Elizabeth’s funeral on Monday. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Britain's King Charles, William, Prince of Wales, and Prince Edward walk as the coffin of Britain's Queen Elizabeth is carried out of Westminster Abbey. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort at the …

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral concludes: What happens next
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral concludes: What happens next

Hindustan Times  

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In pictures: Remembering the Queen mother’s funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

In pictures: Remembering the Queen mother’s funeral

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, had passed away in her sleep at the Royal …

Card atop Queen's coffin has a special message from her son Charles
2 years, 3 months ago

Card atop Queen's coffin has a special message from her son Charles

Hindustan Times  

A card atop the Queen's coffin bore a poignant message from King Charles III- the new monarch of Britain for his mother. Charles R." Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: A card atop the Queen's coffin during her funeral. King Charles III and his sons, Prince William and Harry, walked behind the Queen's coffin as it entered the Westminster Abbey. Ahead of …

Britain pauses as two-minute silence observed concluding Queen's state funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

Britain pauses as two-minute silence observed concluding Queen's state funeral

Hindustan Times  

A two-minute silence was held on Monday at the conclusion of the state funeral service for Queen Elizabeth II. After the sounding of the Last Post, the service at Westminster Abbey where the royal family and world leaders gathered to bid the Queen farewell, ended with the two-minute silence. Follow all live updates on Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral here …

Queen's great-grandchildren George, Charlotte follow coffin in Westminster Abbey
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen's great-grandchildren George, Charlotte follow coffin in Westminster Abbey

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II's great-grandchildren George and Charlotte joined the royal procession behind her coffin at her funeral in Westminster Abbey on Monday. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Britain's William, Prince of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales, Prince George and Princess Charlotte attend state funeral of Queen Elizabeth. The Prince and Princess of Wales William and Kate Middleton's children joined more than …

A sombre Charles III follows mother Elizabeth II's coffin at state funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

A sombre Charles III follows mother Elizabeth II's coffin at state funeral

Hindustan Times  

As Queen Elizabeth II was carried through Westminster Abbey followed by her family for her state funeral, King Charles III, Princes Andrew and Edward, and Princess Anne followed their mother to the front of the abbey. Britain's King Charles III and his sister Britain's Princess Anne, Princess Royal arrives to take their seats inside Westminster Abbey in London. His military …

For whom the bell tolls: Iconic Big Ben’s role in Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

For whom the bell tolls: Iconic Big Ben’s role in Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral

Hindustan Times  

As world leaders and dignitaries attend Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral in London which will take place at Westminster Abbey, Big Ben- the striking clock at the north end of the Westminster Palace has a major role to play in the monarch’s funeral. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Grenadier Guards march past the Elizabeth Tower, more commonly known as Big Ben …

‘If it's good…’: When the Queen was told about plans to fly her body in plane
2 years, 3 months ago

‘If it's good…’: When the Queen was told about plans to fly her body in plane

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II’s respect for the Armed Forces was apparent in her heartwarming reply to an officer when the monarch was told about plans to repatriate her, a staff officer told Mirror. The new plan in place included the Queen to be flown home aboard the Royal Air Force's C17 Globemaster aircraft - which is how she returned to London …

Who Will Attend The Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

Who Will Attend The Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral

ABP News  

The State Funeral for Queen Elizabeth II will be held at Westminster Abbey on September 19. Since the death of former prime minister Winston Churchill in 1965, this will be the first state funeral in its entirety to be held in the nation. President Droupadi Murmu will offer condolences on behalf of the Indian government, the Ministry of External Affairs …

Westminster Abbey: The historic church where Queen's funeral will take place
2 years, 3 months ago

Westminster Abbey: The historic church where Queen's funeral will take place

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: A general view of Westminster Abbey in London. 1953: Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation took place on June 2 in the church in a service lasting almost three hours. 2022: The Queen was last at Westminster Abbey in March this year for a delayed memorial service to …

Queen Elizabeth II funeral updates | Coffin lowered into Royal Vault at Windsor Castle
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II funeral updates | Coffin lowered into Royal Vault at Windsor Castle

The Hindu  

Kings and queens, world leaders, tearful mourners lining the streets and gathered around screens bid a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II on September 19, as Britain’s longest-serving monarch was laid to rest in a historic funeral ceremony conducted to military precision at a scale never seen before. 4.53 p.m. | London Two-minute silence observed across the U.K. A two-minute …

Queen Elizabeth II's 'solemn' lying-in-state ends: What happens next
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's 'solemn' lying-in-state ends: What happens next

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II’s lying-in-state formally ended as the doors of Westminster Hall were closed to the public. Queen Elizabeth II Funeral: A view of Queen Elizabeth's coffin during her lying in state at Westminster Hall, in Westminster Palace, in London. US President Joe Biden paid his tributes to Queen Elizabeth on the eve of her state funeral, appearing on a …

Who's on the guest list for Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral?
2 years, 3 months ago

Who's on the guest list for Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral?

Firstpost  

Around 500 heads of state and foreign dignitaries will attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in London. However, there are some countries that have been excluded from the event such as Russia, Belarus, Iran, Nicaragua, North Korea and Myanmar London: Hundreds of foreign royals and heads of state are expected to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in …

Queen's funeral Highlights: Monarch laid to rest alongside husband Prince Philip
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen's funeral Highlights: Monarch laid to rest alongside husband Prince Philip

Hindustan Times  

By Queen Elizabeth II Funeral Highlights: The service witnessed 2,000 mourners come together, including many world leaders. Members of the royal family watch as the Imperial State Crown is removed from the coffin during the Committal Service for Britain's Queen Elizabeth II in St George's Chapel inside Windsor Castle on Monday. Britain's new monarch King Charles III along with his …

Queen Elizabeth II Funeral: Service to take place at Westminster Abbey today
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II Funeral: Service to take place at Westminster Abbey today

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II Funeral: Service to take place at Westminster Abbey today According to a statement by the UK royal family, the state funeral of the Queen will take place on Monday. 1 / 14 The longest-serving monarch of the UK - Queen Elizabeth II - who died on September 8 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, will be laid to …

Queen’s funeral biggest public event since Olympics: Here’s why
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen’s funeral biggest public event since Olympics: Here’s why

Live Mint  

“The world has not seen a funeral like this,” as per London Mayor Sadiq Khan who called it “unprecedented”. Around 2,000 dignitaries, including 500 world leaders, will come together to attend Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. The Queen’s funeral is believed to be a bigger public service event than the 2012 Olympics and the platinum jubilee weekend. Having served the Queen's …

Explained: How Britain mourned Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

Explained: How Britain mourned Queen Elizabeth II

Firstpost  

On 8 September, Queen Elizabeth passed away at the age of 96 at Balmoral Castle. 9 September King Charles and his wife Camilla, the Queen Consort, travel from Balmoral to Buckingham Palace in London where they greet mourners outside the gates. 11 September Queen Elizabeth’s coffin is driven from Balmoral to the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, the monarch’s official …

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral: How the day will unfold
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral: How the day will unfold

Hindustan Times  

World leaders and members of European royal families will join Britain's royal family to bid farewell to the country's longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II on Monday. Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral will be UK's first in over half a century as former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was the last head of state to be accorded with this honour in …

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral: How the day will unfold
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral: How the day will unfold

Hindustan Times  

World leaders and members of European royal families will join Britain's royal family to bid farewell to the country's longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II on Monday. Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral will be UK's first in over half a century as former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was the last head of state to be accorded with this honour in …

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