Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a remarkable milestone by once again securing the top spot as the most popular global leader, according to the latest survey by Morning Consult.

Violent protests included a mosque being attacked in Southport – the site of Monday's stabbings in north-west England, several police officers injured, objects hurled and vehicles set on fire as the unrest spread around the country to Downing Street in London.

In a heart-wrenching incident in Southport, northern England, two children were tragically killed, and nine others were injured during a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class. The attack occurred on Monday, and the local police have been working diligently to manage the situation and investigate the motive behind this shocking act of violence.

In a significant escalation of military actions, the US-British naval coalition has carried out two airstrikes targeting Hodeidah airport in Yemen, specifically in the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah.

The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Secretary General has strongly condemned the attack on former US President Donald Trump at his campaign rally in Pennsylvania, emphasising that political violence has no place in democratic societies. Jens Stoltenberg expressed his shock and called for solidarity among NATO allies to defend freedom and values.

Jeremy Hunt named shadow chancellor, James Cleverly shadow home secretary and Indian-origin Claire Coutinho as shadow energy security and net zero secretary.

The new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, has called for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. In discussions with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Starmer emphasised the importance of a two-state solution and the need for immediate humanitarian aid to reach civilians in Gaza.

Violence erupted across France following an exit poll suggesting a left-wing coalition’s lead in the snap election. This unexpected outcome dealt a significant blow to Marine Le Pen’s ambitions of forming France’s first hard-right government since World War II.

With the new government taking charge in Britain, senior officials of India and the UK will hold the next round of talks this month for the proposed free trade agreement to resolve the pending issues and close the negotiations, an official has said.

Modi invited Starmer for an early visit to India, and both leaders agreed to maintain regular communication.

Historically, the Labour Party has taken a robust stance on human rights violations and the Kashmir conflict more vigorously than other British political parties.

Keir Starmer's recent victory in the UK general election has garnered congratulations from various corners, including the British Royal family. On Friday, the Royal family extended their congratulations to Starmer for his significant electoral triumph, which led to his appointment as the UK Prime Minister.