PIO peer calls for Clive of India statue in front of London’s foreign office to be pulled down

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 (3 hours ago)
Baroness Debonnaire, a Labour peer of Indian heritage, has called for the removal of the Clive of India statue outside London's Foreign Office. She argues that the statue inaccurately portrays India's history and its relationship with Britain, particularly concerning the East India Company's exploitative role.

👓 View full article

0 shares	Share Tweet Save Post Send

💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Robert Clive British military officer (1725–1774)

London Capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom

Dozens evacuated after burst water main floods streets

Around 30 residents have been evacuated from their homes in north London after a water main burst, leaving roads under 44cm (17in) of water.
Sky News 2 days ago

Man charged with murder of a father and son

A man has been charged with the murder of a father and son who were fatally stabbed in central London.
Sky News 2 days ago

London march calls for release of hostages [Video]

London march calls for release of hostages

Adam Ma’anit highlights the plight of hostages, joining other relatives, Jewish community leaders and antisemitism campaigners in a march through central London to urge the government to take action to secure the release of those held since October 7. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Credit: ODN Duration: 01:02Published on January 1, 1970

More than 500 people arrested after Palestine Action protest - with almost half aged 60 and above

The number of people arrested after a protest in London on Saturday supporting banned group Palestine Action has risen to 532, police have said.
Sky News 2 days ago

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Ministerial department of the UK Government

Labour Party (UK) Political party in the United Kingdom

Badenoch warns of economic doom spiral under Labour [Video]

Badenoch warns of economic doom spiral under Labour

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticises Labour’s economic record, highlighting rising unemployment, inflation, and cost of living. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Credit: ODN Duration: 00:37Published on January 1, 1970

PM on brink of unwanted small boats milestone - and far faster than his Tory predecessors

The number of people who have illegally crossed the Channel on small boats under the Labour government is on the brink of passing 50,000.
Sky News 21 hours ago

Far-right protesters need to 'have throats slit', Labour councillor allegedly told crowd

A Labour councillor said far-right protesters should have their throats slit and drew his finger across his throat at an anti-racism protest following the..
Sky News 1 day ago

'Deport now, appeal later' scheme for foreign criminals expanded to 23 countries

A hostile environment era deportation policy for criminals is being expanded by the Labour government as it continues its migration crackdown.
Sky News 2 days ago

East India Company British joint-stock company (1600–1874)

Related videos from verified sources

‘Billions flowing into US’ Trump makes Sky-high claims on Tariff gains | Netizens BUST Trump’s Lies [Video]

‘Billions flowing into US’ Trump makes Sky-high claims on Tariff gains | Netizens BUST Trump’s Lies

Donald Trump has declared that “billions are flowing into America” due to his latest round of tariff hikes, which took effect August 7. Claiming an economic windfall, Trump said the tariffs will..

Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 5 days ago

NSA Doval meets Russian Security Chief Sergei Shoigu | India, Russia get together to counter U.S. [Video]

NSA Doval meets Russian Security Chief Sergei Shoigu | India, Russia get together to counter U.S.

Amid rising tensions with the U.S., Indian NSA Ajit Doval met Russian Security Chief Sergey Shoigu in Moscow for high-level talks on defence, energy, and Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to India. As..

Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 5 days ago

India-Russia VS Trump | NSA Doval in Moscow to chalk-out strategy against Trump’s tariff threats [Video]

India-Russia VS Trump | NSA Doval in Moscow to chalk-out strategy against Trump’s tariff threats

As Trump threatens a steep tariff hike on Indian goods over its oil trade with Russia, India's NSA Ajit Doval arrives in Moscow for urgent talks. His visit underscores India’s resolve to deepen..

Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:06Published 6 days ago

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri makes BIG statement on India-US trade ties amid Donald Trump's 50% tariff imposition, says 'Defense deal not...'

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri a made a big statement that India's relationship with United States remains strong, strategic and multidimensional, and trade is...
DNA 20 hours ago

Fresh trouble for Russia-backed Nayara Energy! SBI stops trade & foreign currency transactions of Indian refinery; doesn’t want to risk US tariffs, EU curbs

State Bank of India has ceased trade and foreign currency dealings with Nayara Energy due to potential US sanctions, prioritizing compliance with international...
IndiaTimes 15 hours ago

EU launches review of foreign subsidy rules

The European Commission started on Tuesday its first review of the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), which came into force in 2023. The regulation seeks to...
Upworthy 12 hours ago