GPs strike deal to help end '8am scramble' for appointments

International development minister Anneliese Dodds has resigned from the government due to Sir Keir Starmer's decision to cut the UK's foreign aid budget, which she believes will benefit Russia. Her departure is seen as a setback for the prime minister, as she warned in her letter that the cuts will impact key priorities such as support for Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine, potentially leading to a UK withdrawal from various nations. Dodds expressed concerns that the...

The DRDO and Indian Navy successfully tested the NASM-SR missile, with a human operator adjusting its course mid-flight using a two-way data link for live seeker images. Designed to replace foreign-origin missiles, the NASM-SR features advanced technology like an Imaging Infra-Red Seeker and Inertial Navigation System. Developed collaboratively by DRDO labs and supported by Indian industry, the missile marks a significant step towards indigenous naval weaponry. Full Article

Dr Jana, a standout candidate on The Apprentice, revealed a tense clash with Lord Sugar off-screen led to his dramatic departure from the show in episode five. Feeling his contributions were ignored and not aligned with Lord Sugar, Dr Jana decided to quit after being urged to stay on for another task. Despite leaving the show, he has no regrets and has already moved on to scale up his dental business with new investment opportunities....

Romania's Justice Minister Radu Marinescu has called for an investigation into why Andrew and Tristan Tate, facing charges including human trafficking in Romania, were allowed to leave the country after a travel ban was lifted. The brothers, dual US-UK citizens, deny the allegations and also face charges in the US and UK. Concerns have been raised about political pressure and the risk of pre-trial detention if they do not return to Romania. Full Article

A 37-year-old man, Dattatray Ramdas Gade, was arrested in Shirur tehsil after allegedly raping a woman at Swargate bus station in Pune. Police used drones and sniffer dogs to locate Gade, who attempted suicide and is a history-sheeter with previous criminal offenses. The police commissioner assured a thorough investigation, fast-track court proceedings, and enhanced security measures at the bus depot. Full Article

China's Ministry of Commerce strongly opposes U.S. President Donald Trump's latest threat to increase tariffs on Chinese goods and promises retaliation if necessary. The Ministry urges the U.S. to resolve conflicts through dialogue and not repeat mistakes. Trump's announcement of additional tariffs on Chinese imports is in response to China's involvement in the fentanyl trade, causing tension between the two countries. Full Article