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Rishi Sunak's campaign to stay British PM showed his lack of political touch
Predecessors such as Tony Blair and Boris Johnson were more politically astute and able to connect with voters. As for Sunak, he didn't have to call the election until Jan. 2025. He defied political advice by doing so in May - with Conservative support dwindling steadily amid an economic slump, ethics scandals and a revolving door of leaders over the last two years - and announced the July 4 date in the pouring rain.
Britain's Rishi Sunak struggles with missteps while trying to lift Conservatives ahead of elections
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has faced scrutiny over his political instincts during the general election campaign, which started five weeks ago. His actions have not always reflected the seasoned touch of past leaders like Tony Blair or Boris Johnson, evidenced by some notable campaign missteps.
How did UK PM Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty become richer than King Charles? How much do they own?
UK PM Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty have become richer than King Charles. Their monthly income has increased in the last four years. Sunak has two residences in London.
Rishi Sunak: Britain's embattled Conservative leader
Rishi Sunak, appointed as UK Prime Minister amid Tory turmoil, faces public disdain and internal party strife ahead of an imminent general election. Despite efforts to stabilize the economy, Sunak's leadership is marred by unpopularity and criticism of his political acumen, overshadowing his rapid ascent and affluent background.
Social media reacts to UK PM Rishi Sunak's 'no Sky TV' childhood, video goes viral
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's recent remarks about his childhood experiences, including the absence of luxuries like Sky TV, have sparked criticism on social media. Sunak, born to parents of Indian origin, highlighted his family's sacrifices and values of hard work. However, his comments, given his considerable wealth and privileged background, have led to questions about his understanding of ordinary people's struggles. Despite attempts to connect with the public, Sunak's wealth and upbringing continue to be subjects of scrutiny, raising broader debates about privilege and representation in British politics.
The CW pulls the plug on Powerpuff Girls, Arrowverse spinoff and other projects
After the 75 per cent acquisition of The CW by the Nexstar media group, the network has been making changes and now has decided to pull the plug on several projects such as Powerpuff Girls
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Rishi Sunak's wife Akshata Murty to earn Rs 68.17 crore dividend income from Infosys
Infosys declared a final dividend of Rs 17.50 per share for FY23 (April 2022 to March 2023). If she retains her shareholding till the record date, June 2, she would get Rs 68.17 crore. Together with an interim dividend of Rs 16.50 a share declared in October last year, she would get Rs 132.4 crore.
What’s not on Rishi Sunak’s to-do list? Ending racism
Sunak’s biography (he moved straight from Oxford to Goldman Sachs and then Stanford University and hedge funds) belongs quintessentially to the rarefied world of metropolitan globalization. What is remarkable about Sunak and Kwarteng, the Eton-educated son of Ghanaian immigrants, is that they entered a gilded global class with a swiftness and assurance that would have been inconceivable to those who first arrived in Britain from its former colonies in the 1950s and 1960s.
Rishi Sunak: Know UK PM's birth, age, parents, education, political career, net worth
Rishi Sunak has become the first Indian-origin Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Here's all you need to know about 42-year-old Stanford University graduate Rishi Sunak, the UK prime minister.
Rishi Sunak: 10 interesting facts about new UK Prime Minister
Rishi Sunak has become the newly appointed UK Prime Minister. Here are some interesting and mind-boggling facts about him.
King Charles appoints Rishi Sunak as UK's 57th Prime Minister
It will be the first time a non-white will occupy the position of head of government in the UK -- a major post in international affairs, since Britain is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council as well as a constituent of the G7 -- the most industrialised countries in the world.
Rishi Sunak's wife Akshata earned Rs 126.6 cr dividend income from Infosys in 2022
While Sunak is a British national, his wife Akshata is an Indian citizen. Her non-domiciled status, which allows her to earn money abroad without paying taxes in Britain for a period of up to 15 years, has been a divisive issue in the UK.Non-domiciled status of Akshata became an issue of discussion in Britain when Sunak first entered the race to become the prime minister in April this year.
Rishi Sunak all set to script history as Britain's first Indian-origin Prime Minister
Sunak takes the place of a resigning Liz Truss, who beat him in a Tory election just over a month-and-a-half ago. The 42-year-old is the UK's first British-Asian Prime Minister.
Rishi Sunak: Things to know about Britain's new leader
The Indian-origin politician now has his task cut out: restoring stability in a country reeling from political and economic chaos ever since it voted to leave the European Union in 2016.
Who is Rishi Sunak? British politician defeated by Liz Truss in UK PM race
British politician Rishi Sunak formerly held the position of Chief Secretary to the Treasury from 2019 to 2020 before serving as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 2020 to 2022. He has served as Richmond's representative in parliament since 2015 and is a member of the Conservative Party.
Truss v Sunak: Contrasting approaches in UK leadership battle
The campaign, sparked by Prime Minister Boris Johnson's resignation in July, has highlighted the pair's differing approaches to tackling the country's spiralling cost of living crisis. Sunak, whose resignation as finance minister over a series of government scandals helped to spark the leadership contest, is considered a better public speaker.
'Sound money' Rishi Sunak bids to become UK's first Hindu prime minister
But after making the final run-off following a series of votes by Conservative MPs, Sunak must first persuade the party's members as ballot papers go out on Monday -- and he is well behind Liz Truss. Opinion polls show that she has so far outflanked him with policies geared to the Tory right, which also mistrusts Sunak's role in a cabinet revolt that unseated Johnson after months of scandal.
Rishi Sunak under UK media scrutiny for ‘privileged’ upbringing
The 42-year-old former Chancellor, who is now facing off Foreign Secretary Liz Truss in the last stretch of the campaign to replace Boris Johnson as Conservative Party leader and British Prime Minister, has faced down similar jibes related to a so-called “privileged” upbringing and wife Akshata Murty's family wealth associated with her Infosys shares.
Rishi Sunak: On the tough road to 10 Downing Street
The 42-year-old former Chancellor is not assured a similarly easy ride as he faces a much tougher electorate of the Tory membership base, which has shown favouritism for his rival Liz Truss in most recent surveys.
Rishi Sunak: Know about the man who just joined the fray for UK PM's post
Rishi Sunak, former UK finance minister, has thrown his hat into the ring to be the next Prime Minister. He had tendered his resignation two days ago after making a public statement.
Squeaky-clean Rishi Sunak tipped as UK's first Hindu PM
It would mark a historic landmark, for a descendant of immigrants from Britain's old empire in India and East Africa, to take command of the world's fifth largest economy.
British Conservatives set to go for top job if Boris Johnson falls
A big "Star Wars" fan, Sunak nurtures his personal brand with a slick Instagram account. Opinion polls have suggested that he is one of the most popular Conservative ministers among voters, though his elite education and past work for the investment bank Goldman Sachs and a hedge fund means some see him as out of touch with ordinary people.
American pension fund TIAA leases 1.25 lakh sq ft in Brookfield’s tower in Mumbai’s Powai
The commercial building is a special economic zone (SEZ) which came into Brookfield's commercial portfolio following the Canada-based investor's acquisition of Hiranandani Group's offices and retail space in Mumbai's Powai suburb for about $1 billion in 2016.
Violent clashes in DC after Trump backers' election protest
Several other cities on Saturday also saw gatherings of Trump supporters unwilling to accept Democrat Joe Biden's Electoral College and popular vote victory as legitimate. Cries of ``Stop the Steal'' and ``Count Every Vote'' rang out despite a lack of evidence of voter fraud or other problems that could reverse the result.
Britain now has the most 'desi' Cabinet in its history
Indian-origin Priti Patel made history after she was given the prestigious job of home secretary. Agra-born Alok Sharma MP, has been given the role of secretary of state for international development.
Geoffrey Howe, Thatcher's first finance minister, dies at age 88
Geoffrey Howe, the UK Conservative minister who imposed controversial austerity measures in 1981 and provided the trigger for Thatcher's political demise, has died.
UK election: Ultra 'safe seat' for Narayan Murthy's son-in-law
Indian tech titan N R Narayana Murthy's son-in-law Rishi Sunak is all set to fill in heavyweight Tory leader and former foreign minister William Hague's large shoes.
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