Prime Minister
Coverage of Prime Minister in the Nexus archive.
- Burnham exchanged messages with individual impersonating Trump chief of staff
Andy Burnham exchanged messages with an individual impersonating Donald Trump’s chief of staff. The prime minister was also in contact with an unknown person pretending to be senior White House aide Susie Wiles. Authorities were informed after concerns were raised, and it is understood that no significant messages were sent.
- Burnham faces climate test over North Sea oil decision
Burnham faces a climate test regarding a North Sea oil decision. The Prime minister is expected to approve the development of controversial Rosebank and Jackdaw projects.
- Modi Maps India’s Growth Push With Youth Focus
Narendra Modi renewed his pledge during an Independence Day speech to develop India into a developed nation within two decades. His administration's growth push is also focused specifically on the youth.
- Modi promises free exam coaching after India’s ‘cockroach’ protests
Prime minister Modi promised free exam coaching following protests in India, which were labeled 'cockroach' protests. This commitment was made during an independence day address, where he also vowed to ease financial pressures facing the youth.
- How Burnham can curb Britain’s tax-dodging shops
The article suggests that Burnham has a method to curb tax-dodging shops in Britain. It also notes that the prime minister's campaign to revive high streets is overlooking a simple trick: enforcing basic laws of doing business.
- A Popular UK Bond Trade Suggests Markets Trust Burnham for Now
A go-to trade within the UK gilt markets suggests that investors are confident in Prime Minister Andy Burnham's ability to maintain his commitment. This confidence relates specifically to keeping government borrowing costs under control.
- Modi Faces Pressure as Parliament Disrupted by Protest Fallout
Opposition lawmakers disrupted the monsoon session of Parliament, demanding the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah. The protests were linked to police action taken against widespread student protests, which added increased pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.
- Burnham’s Fiscal ‘Flexibility’ Could Backfire, Officials Fear
UK Treasury officials are concerned that the prime minister's talk of using fiscal 'flexibility' to boost investment might backfire. These officials fear that this approach could potentially destabilize financial markets.
- Burnham rewires the ‘unaccountable’ state
Burnham is working to restructure the unaccountable state, and the Prime Minister's devolution strategy is noted for its high ambition.
- Students in ‘severe pain’ need apology, not PM’s ‘forgiveness’: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi stated that students in 'severe pain' require an apology rather than the Prime Minister's 'forgiveness'. During a book launch, he thanked Vaiko for his services and called him an inspiration.
- Nitish Kumar meets PM a day after BJP’s Bankipur bypoll defeat
Nitish Kumar met with the Prime Minister a day after the BJP's Bankipur bypoll defeat. The meeting was described as a 'courtesy call' and the election result was not discussed according to a senior party source.
- Mysuru: Sugarcane growers urge PM to stay firm on ethanol policy
Sugarcane growers in Mysuru are urging the Prime Minister to maintain the ethanol policy. They support the focus on producing ethanol from sugarcane, rice, maize, and other agricultural produce.
- CJP protest destroyed PM's public image of more than 2 decades in just 2 weeks: Arundhati Roy
Arundhati Roy claims the CJP protest destroyed the Prime Minister's 20-year public image in just two weeks. She warns the challenge remains if the government continues to control institutions and power levers.
- Dressed to run the country? PM's de facto deputy 'Red Lou' Haigh turns up for work (in scuffed-up trainers) as she's left as most senior minister in UK while Burnham takes a family holiday
Louise Haigh, the UK Prime Minister's de facto deputy, attended work in scuffed-up trainers as the most senior minister in the country. This occurred while another minister, Burnham, was on a family holiday.
- POLL OF THE DAY: Should Andy Burnham be going on holiday two weeks after becoming PM?
A poll asks whether Andy Burnham should take a holiday two weeks after becoming Prime Minister. The question centers on the appropriateness of his vacation timing following his appointment to the role.
- Andy Burnham jets off on foreign holiday just TWO WEEKS after becoming Prime Minister
Andy Burnham took a foreign holiday two weeks after becoming Prime Minister. The article highlights the timing of his trip shortly after assuming the role.
- Andy Burnham bars serious sex offenders from early release scheme
Andy Burnham, the Prime Minister, has barred serious sex offenders from an early release scheme, stating that public safety is his top priority following concerns raised by campaigners.
- Zelensky dismisses Ukraine’s ambassador to the US in presidential decree
President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, via a presidential decree. Her departure follows recent changes in top officials, including the prime minister and defense minister, and a potential reshuffle of diplomatic appointments.
- Fadnavis likely to be made Education Minister, claims Raut
Fadnavis is likely to be appointed as Education Minister, according to claims by Raut, a Sena (UBT) leader. The Prime Minister and Chief Minister have reportedly discussed the matter.
- Fire spread deeper into Athens region
Two firefighting helicopters have collided while battling a wildfire west of Athens in Greece, with each carrying a two-person crew and a search-and-rescue operation underway. Greece is facing multiple wildfires, with the Prime Minister warning of difficult days ahead, dozens of homes damaged or destroyed, and three firefighter deaths this week.
- DSS activists detained ahead of PM’s visit to Mysuru
DSS activists were detained ahead of the Prime Minister's visit to Mysuru. The detention occurred as a security measure before the PM's scheduled arrival.
- CPI urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to convene all-party meeting on Cauvery issue
CPI leader R. Mutharasan urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to organize an all-party meeting to address the Cauvery issue and meet the Prime Minister in New Delhi on behalf of Tamil Nadu political parties.
- ‘Tears rolled down my eyes’: Pawan Kalyan on abuse against Modi
Pawan Kalyan expressed emotional distress over abuse against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a speech at the Bhogapuram airport inauguration. He referenced recent Jantar Mantar protests without naming any political party and noted Modi's absence of leave during his three terms.
- Nepal’s PM urges calm as three people killed after Hindu-Muslim unrest
Three people were killed in Nepal due to Hindu-Muslim unrest, with the Prime Minister urging calm and authorities enforcing curfews to restore peace and unity.
- ‘I apologised, threats did not stop’: After Jantar Mantar protest, women face doxxing, calls to 'teach them a lesson'
Women protesters at Jantar Mantar accused of 'insulting' the Army or 'abusing' the Prime Minister are facing online harassment, including death and rape threats, doxxing, and circulation of personal information. The threats continue despite apologies from the protesters.
- Can’t PM be trusted on appointing CEC, government asks Supreme Court
The government questions the Supreme Court's stance on the Prime Minister's trust in appointing the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). The Supreme Court clarifies its focus is on ensuring justice and fairness in CEC appointments, not doubting the Prime Minister's integrity.
- Audited financial statements for PM CARES Fund have not been made public since FY 2022-23
The PM CARES Fund, chaired by the Prime Minister with Union Ministers as trustees, has not made its audited financial statements public since FY 2022-23. Donations to the fund qualify for 100% tax deduction under the I-T Act and count as CSR expenditure under the Companies Act, but activists claim it remains outside the RTI Act, parliamentary scrutiny, and audit by the CAG.
- Reform demands Burnham rule out £18bn 'death tax' to pay for social care and accuses PM of 'insult'
Reform demands Burnham rule out a £18bn 'death tax' to fund social care and accuses the Prime Minister of an insult.
- 'What, a new one? They keep changing every 5 minutes': Care home resident speaks for Britain after meeting Burnham and being surprised to learn he is yet another new Prime Minister
A care home resident in Britain expressed confusion and surprise after meeting Burnham and learning he is the latest Prime Minister. The resident remarked that Prime Ministers 'keep changing every 5 minutes.'
- Burnham doesn't rule out tax rises to fix social care
Burnham does not rule out tax increases to address social care issues. The prime minister is holding cross-party discussions to accelerate the review of social care in England.
- Burnham opens door to tax rises to pay for social care overhaul
Prime minister says he wants to avoid people having to sell their homes to pay for care
- Rivers may swell again as fresh monsoon spell arrives
Heavy monsoon rains are expected from July 29 to August 5, with warnings of flash floods and landslides in multiple regions. The Indus River is at a medium-flood level at Guddu Barrage, while rescue efforts continue in Lahore as the Prime Minister reviews the monsoon response.
- Burnham invites Tories and Lib Dems to social care talks
Burnham invites the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats to discuss social care. The Prime Minister is expected to emphasize cross-party cooperation as key to resolving the issue.
- Morocco's football chief Fouzi Lekjaa positions himself as a prime minister contender
Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Royal Moroccan Football Association, is emerging as a potential contender for the position of prime minister in Morocco. The article notes his presence alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino at a match in Monterrey, Mexico.
- Burnham is accused of 'being out of touch' as fresh images of migrants heading for the UK surface - hours after PM declared 'the plan is working' on stopping small boats
Burnham is accused of being out of touch as new images of migrants heading to the UK emerge, hours after the Prime Minister claimed the plan to stop small boats is working.
- Centre-State government jointly working to provide relief to flood-affected people in Assam: PM
The Centre and Assam government are collaborating to provide relief to flood-affected people. Prime Minister met with Assam MPs to discuss the prevailing flood situation and expressed prayers for safety and well-being.
- NCPI MPs attend their first NDA Parliamentary party meet
NCPI MPs attended their first NDA Parliamentary party meeting, expressing allegiance to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance. Sudip Bandyopadhyay, a prominent member, met with the Prime Minister.
- Burnham's £18billion 'death tax' nightmare: Fears PM will try to impose 10% levy on ALL inheritances to fund social care
The article discusses concerns that Prime Minister Burnham may introduce a 10% tax on all inheritances to fund social care, described as an £18 billion 'death tax' nightmare. Fears center on the potential financial impact of the proposed levy.
- Trump threatens ‘very strong’ strikes as ‘significant’ progress reported in Iran talks
Trump threatens 'very strong' strikes while mediators from Pakistan and Qatar report significant progress in Iran talks aimed at restoring a scuttled interim deal. Regional officials indicate ongoing efforts after two weeks of conflict, with the Prime Minister set to meet the president for the first time since the war began.
- Andy Burnham will introduce £18bn 'death tax' to pay for social care, warn Reform UK amid mounting fears over PM's plans
Andy Burnham plans to introduce an £18bn 'death tax' to fund social care. Reform UK has warned against the proposal amid growing concerns about the Prime Minister's plans.