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Surge in iGAS Cases in the UK

December 7, 2022

As of December 5, at least 6 children lost their lives to a common bacterial infection called invasive Group A Strep (GAS) in the United Kingdom. What is Group A streptococcus (GAS)? Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a bacterium commonly ..

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UKIBC’s ‘Doing Business in India’ Report 2022

November 29, 2022

UK India Business Council released the eighth edition of the ‘Doing Business in India’ Report on November 24, 2022. About the ‘Doing Business in India’ Report 2022? ‘Doing Business in India’ Report 2022 was released by the UK India Business ..

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UK-India Young Professionals Scheme

November 18, 2022

UK-India Young Professionals Scheme was announced British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the G20 Summit that was held in Bali, Indonesia. What are the key features of the scheme? The UK-India Young Professionals Scheme will provide Indians places to work ..

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Britain-France deal to stop illegal migration

November 15, 2022

A bilateral agreement worth 74.5 million USD was signed by Britain and France to boost their efforts to curb illegal migration from the English Channel crossings. What are key features of the agreement? The agreement, worth $74.5 million (72.2 million ..

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Permacrisis – Collins dictionary’s Word of the Year 2022

November 7, 2022

Permacrisis is Collins Dictionary’s “Word of the Year” for 2022. What is the meaning of permacrisis? Permacrisis, which became Britain’s word of the year for 2022, is a term that describes the extended period of instability and insecurity. It became ..

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UK Prime Minister Liz Truss resigns

October 22, 2022

UK Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned just 45 days after taking office. Key facts With the recent resignation, Liz Truss becomes the shortest-serving British Prime Minister. This record was earlier held by George Canning, who served for 119 days in ..

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UK scraps tax cut for wealthy

October 4, 2022

In a policy reversal, the UK Prime Minister has scrapped the tax cut for the wealthy. This controversial tax cut had notably sparked market turmoil and caused the Pound to plunge to record low values. Key facts On September 23, ..

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Queen Elizabeth II dies : 10 GK & Current Affairs Facts

September 9, 2022

Britain’s longest-reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on September 8, after ruling for 70 years. About Queen Elizabeth II Queen Elizabeth II was born as Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on 21 April 1926 as the first ..

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