'Stronger Together, Stronger United': UK PM Thanks India for 'Historic' G20 Summit

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:35am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday G20 2023

Before departing India post the G20 Summit, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak tweeted "Stronger together. Stronger united". He thanked PM Modi and India for the 'historic' summit and busy agenda covering key issues like food security and partnerships. Sunak's tweet expressed appreciation towards India for the hospitality during the Summit that saw global leaders come together. He emphasized the UK and India stand united and the G20 strengthened ties between the two countries. Without using the phrase 'warm welcome', the headline focuses on Sunak's quote thanking India for hosting the momentous Summit and underscoring the India-UK bond.

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Asia Cup Super Sunday: CLICK for LIVE Updates as India Bats First

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:16am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday Sports

Pakistan captain Babar Azam won the toss and opted to field against India in the hotly anticipated Asia Cup Super 4 clash. Shorts91 brings you live updates as the arch-rivals take the field. India made two changes, bringing back fit-again Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul. Skipper Rohit Sharma wanted to bat first to post a strong total. Babar felt chasing would be easier in the high-stakes tie. With key players returning, India aims to seize advantage by posting a challenging score after losing the toss. CLICK on the LINK BELOW for all the LIVE action.

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UK PM Rishi Sunak Visits Delhi's Akshardham Temple With Wife Akshata

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:03am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday G20 2023

UK PM Rishi Sunak visited Delhi's Akshardham Temple on Sunday morning with his wife Akshata Murty during his India trip for the G20 Summit. Sunak was seen in a white shirt and black trousers while Akshata wore Indian traditional attire during their visit to the temple. The couple offered ‘puja’ inside the temple and also had an overview of the sprawling spiritual complex showcasing India's ancient architecture and heritage. Temple leaders conveyed a special message from spiritual head Mahant Swami Maharaj to the UK PM. Sunak had earlier stated that he is a “proud Hindu” during his visit to India. [photo courtesy: Akshardham Temple]

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As G20 Summit Ends, Modi Hands Over Presidency Baton to Brazil's Lula; Concluding Day Marked by Bilateral Meets

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:51am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday G20 2023

On the G20 summit's closing day, PM Modi handed the ceremonial gavel to Brazil's President Lula marking India's transfer of the G20 presidency. As per reports by ANI, Modi will hold a working lunch meeting with French President Macron and a discussion with Canadian PM Trudeau. He will also engage in bilateral meetings with leaders from Comoros, Turkey, UAE, South Korea, EU, Brazil, and Nigeria. As India's presidency ends, it has championed climate justice and developing world priorities. The baton now passes to Brazil with Modi consolidating strategic ties and Sunak underscoring the UK's climate commitment.

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PM Sunak Announces Largest Single Pledge of £1.62 Billion to Green Climate Fund

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:41am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday G20 2023

As the G20 summit in India concludes, UK PM Rishi Sunak announced Britain's largest single contribution of £1.62 billion to the Green Climate Fund helping vulnerable nations tackle climate change impacts. The fund established by 194 countries post COP15 supports developing countries on emissions reduction and adaptation. The new pledge is a 12.7% increase over the UK's 2020-2023 contribution which had already doubled initial funding. Sunak called on G20 leaders to reduce emissions and assist vulnerable economies ahead of COP28. He stated the UK is delivering on climate commitments both through domestic decarbonization and global assistance.

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Clouds With Silver Lining: Local Forecast Predicts Easing Rains for India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:18am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday Sports

As India-Pakistan gear up for a crucial Asia Cup match, the weather in Colombo offers hope. Local news channels report that though Colombo will remain cloudy chances of rain before 7pm are scarce. However, post 7pm there could be mild showers, but the intensity is expected to be much less. With fans praying for an uninterrupted contest, the weather gods seem to be relenting. If the forecast improves further, an exciting match appears on the cards. For now, cautious optimism prevails as the prospect of action-packed India-Pakistan cricket brightens up a cloudy evening in Colombo. [Photo: BCCI]

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US President Joe Biden Departs Delhi After Attending G20 Summit, Heads to Vietnam

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:45am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday G20 2023

US President Joe Biden departed for Vietnam after, concluding his trip to India for the G20 summit. On his first visit as President, Biden arrived in Delhi on Friday and held extensive talks with PM Modi, vowing to deepen the major bilateral defense partnership. The over 50-minute meeting welcomed progress on India procuring US-made drones and joint jet engine development. Before leaving Delhi, Biden joined other world leaders at Rajghat to honour Gandhi's legacy. Biden now heads to Vietnam after reaffirming and advancing cooperation across defense, climate, health, trade, and Indo-Pacific coordination. [photo: @airnewsalerts]

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UK Bengalis Celebrate Heritage and Fashion as Designer Abhishek Roy's Ethnic Collection Dazzles at Inaugural UKBC 2023 Event

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:16am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday Art & Culture

A gala fashion show staged Indian designer Abhishek Roy's ethnic collection on day one of the UKBC 2023 event celebrating Bengali culture. Members of the community and models took to the runway in Roy's trademark fusion of traditional and western wear. Organized by the non-profit UKBC uniting over 60 communities, the 2-day event features music, drama, food and more. Now in its 15th edition, the UKBC aims to foster Bengal's arts, bring together the diaspora and emerge as the biggest annual British Bengali gathering. Roy's fashion showcase marked a vibrant start highlighting local talent and traditional weaves.

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Asia Cup Arch-Rivals India-Pakistan Game Raises Passion; Modi-Sunak May Keep Eye on Cricket Updates Amid Weighty G20 Talks

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:17am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday Sports

As India-Pakistan resumes their storied cricket rivalry at Asia Cup today, UK PM Sunak's words on shared "passion for cricket" resonate. Sharing a photo of his bilateral talks with PM Modi, Sunak wrote on social media handle X: “Two nations, one ambition. An ambition rooted in our shared values, the connection between our people and – of course – our passion for cricket.” Though rain threatens to disrupt the game, a light breeze blowing in Colombo might scatter the clouds. The teams get another chance on the reserve day if the weather intervenes on Sunday. Amid the serious G20 deliberations, will leaders Modi and Sunak also keep one eye on cricket updates? For now, fans hope the Colombo clouds dissipate and Sunak's stated passion for cricket manifests in a spirited on-field contest.

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G20 Leaders Visit Rajghat to Pay Tributes to Mahatma Gandhi; Setting Tone for Day 2 After Major Outcomes on Opening Day

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:35am on 10 Sep 2023,Sunday G20 2023

On day two of the G20 summit, world leaders including US President Biden, UK PM Sunak, Australian PM Albanese, Canadian PM Trudeau, Japanese PM Kishida, UN head Guterres, WHO chief Tedros, and World Bank President Banga joined PM Modi in paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Delhi's Rajghat. The visit follows significant outcomes on opening day like the adoption of the 'Delhi Declaration', the launch of a rail-port network between the US, India, Saudi Arabia, and Europe, a global biofuels alliance, and a call to end the trust deficit. PM Modi inviting the African Union to become a permanent G20 member was also significant. The Rajghat commemoration underscored India's ethos of universal harmony that has shaped its G20 presidency agenda.

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