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Labour Suspends Backbench MP Karl Turner

Labour has suspended Karl Turner, the MP for Hull East, from the parliamentary party, removing the whip following comments deemed “uncollegiate,” the party confirmed. Turner, a backbench MP who has frequently criticised

April 1, 2026

-Top News·POLITICS·UK News

UK Economy Barely Grows, Limps Into 2026

UK economy grows only 0.1% in final 2025 quarter as public sector drives output; Iran war, inflation risks, and weak investment weigh on growth outlook, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Britain’s economy barely

April 1, 2026

-Top News·Economy·UK News

London to Host Christie’s South Asian Modern Art Sale

Christie’s returns to London with a rare South Asian Modern sale, as global demand surges, Bengal takes centre stage, and competition intensifies across auction houses, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk After a seven-year

April 1, 2026

-Top News·Asia News·London News

Rubio Warns US May Rethink NATO Ties

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signals potential NATO reassessment as European base restrictions limit military operations, raising questions about alliance value and transatlantic security commitments, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk US Secretary

April 1, 2026

-Top News·Europe·USA

UK MP Sounds Alarm on Anti‑Indian Hate Online

UK MP Bob Blackman warns of rising online anti‑Indian hate linked to immigration debate, urging tech platforms and authorities to counter discrimination against Indian diaspora communities, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk A British

March 31, 2026

-Top News·India News·UK News

Delhi-Colombo Connectivity Gets Major Upgrade

IndiGo expands Delhi-Colombo flights, joining SriLankan Airlines and Air India, boosting India-Sri Lanka connectivity, strengthening trade, tourism, and bilateral ties with nearly 27 weekly air services, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk India-Sri Lanka

March 31, 2026

-Top News·India News·Sri Lanka

Seoul Lends Crude to Refineries as Tensions Soar

South Korea launches first-ever oil swap scheme to protect refiners from West Asia supply shocks, bolster energy security, and diversify crude imports amid geopolitical tensions, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk South Korea has

March 31, 2026

-Top News·Asia News·Business

India’s Voice Carries Weight in West Asia, Says UAE

UAE Ambassador Abdulnasser Alshaali praises India’s role in Gulf crisis, highlights PM Modi’s diplomacy, warns against Iran attacks, affirms UAE sovereignty, stability and operational readiness, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Abdulnasser Alshaali, Ambassador

March 31, 2026

-Top News·India News·UAE News

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie to Skip Royal Easter

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will miss Easter Sunday service at Windsor Castle, making alternative plans while King Charles and Queen Camilla attend with Prince and Princess of Wales, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk

March 31, 2026

UK News·Woman

Russell Brand’s Rape Trial Pushed to October

Russell Brand’s historic sexual assault trial delayed until October, combining old and new charges into a two-month hearing at Southwark Crown Court for full preparation, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Actor and comedian

March 31, 2026

Crime·UK News