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Why did Modi urge Putin to end Ukraine war - and will he listen?

BBC correspondents in Delhi and Moscow look at why the Indian PM made a very public peace plea to his Russian ally.

1 Sep 2026 5:25 pm
Pakistan changes 'most shocking ever' - Afridi

Pakistan's decision to make dramatic changes to their squad during the series in England is the most shocking decision ever, according to former captain Shahid Afridi.

1 Sep 2026 3:30 pm
Russian strike hits rail workers in new deadly attacks on Kyiv

Ukrainian officials say 17 people, including two children, were injured in the capital and the wider region.

1 Sep 2026 12:18 pm
How catastrophic flash flood unfolded at remote Nepal-China border point

More than 100 Indians are missing at a vital Nepal-China trade crossing after devastating Himalayan floods.

1 Sep 2026 11:32 am
Nepal rescuers blast hillside in search of hydropower workers as families wait anxiously

Rescuers have resorted to explosives as they struggle to reach trapped workers, as the flooding death toll reaches 939.

31 Aug 2026 11:00 pm
Pakistan drop seven players and release head coach

Pakistan respond to their series defeat by England by taking the extraordinary step of dropping seven players, calling up five uncapped players and releasing their head coach.

31 Aug 2026 9:50 pm
Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville

A private family funeral is held for the singer who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.

31 Aug 2026 2:54 pm
Business groups urge Swinney to scrap 'ineffective' food price cap plan

More than 20 organisations have written a joint letter to John Swinney urging him to scrap his plan for a legal cap on some food and drink prices.

31 Aug 2026 2:48 pm
Early release scheme could see dangerous criminals released, Conservatives warn

Nick Timothy's comments follow an announcement from the prime minister that some prisoners serving indefinite sentences could be freed to increase prison capacity.

31 Aug 2026 1:50 pm
One dead and more than a dozen missing after 'terrifying' flash flood hits Grand Canyon

It was a beautiful day - and then people were screaming, one hiker tells the BBC, as 15 people are missing.

31 Aug 2026 1:47 pm
Grandfather dies months after confronting burglars

Gordon Nicholass, 85, was the victim of a burglary at his home, say Lancashire Police.

31 Aug 2026 1:45 pm
Monza memories - Italian GP in pictures through the years

A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.

31 Aug 2026 12:36 pm
'Moonies' church leader jailed for two years over bribery offences

Han Hak-ja, 83, gave South Korea's former first lady two Chanel bags and a diamond necklace, a court found.

31 Aug 2026 12:26 pm
The transfers to watch before window closes

BBC Sport's football experts picks out the standout transfers that could go through before Tuesday's 23:00 BST English deadline.

31 Aug 2026 12:12 pm
Fears over 'high risk' crossing after train crash death

An investigation is ongoing into the cause of a crash in which a delivery driver was killed on a crossing.

31 Aug 2026 11:52 am
The millennials swapping doom-scrolling for gardening

Young people say gardening offers joy, serenity and a sense of community.

31 Aug 2026 11:28 am
Hints of fiery finale for last ever episode of River City

The Scottish soap opera, based in the fictional Glasgow district of Shieldinch, is coming to an end after 24 years.

31 Aug 2026 10:50 am
Robinson's rhythmical action reminiscent of McGrath - Agnew

Glenn McGrath-like Ollie Robinson has Australia to thank for bringing back into fashion an age-old tactic which is fuelling his success.

31 Aug 2026 10:44 am
Russian strikes destroy 12 million books ahead of Ukraine's first week back at school

Ukraine says Russia is deliberately attacking its culture, after strikes on publishers and churches.

31 Aug 2026 10:31 am
Parents of seriously ill children should get paid leave, says commissioner

Children's commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza has backed called for more support for parents and carers.

31 Aug 2026 9:47 am
Djokovic breaks down in tears during US Open first-round exit

An emotional Novak Djokovic suffers a US Open first-round defeat which provided further evidence that age is fast catching up with the 39-year-old great.

31 Aug 2026 9:46 am
This actor was told he had Alzheimer's, now he's performing a one-man show

Peter Marinker is taking on one of Samuel Beckett's most famous plays alone on a London stage.

31 Aug 2026 7:17 am
Jewish community in harder position than immediately after synagogue attack, says rabbi

Rabbi Daniel Walker says members of the Jewish community are feeling increasingly vulnerable.

31 Aug 2026 6:04 am
The mystery of why so many black Britons still can't swim

For decades, swimming ability has been lower in the black community. Our writer asks why.

31 Aug 2026 6:01 am
What will Sonia Gandhi's memoir reveal about India's most powerful dynasty?

Sonia Gandhis memoir may finally answer questions about power, loss and the Gandhi familys political legacy.

31 Aug 2026 5:46 am
The Papers: 'Killers blocked from early release' and 'Harry should fund security'

Monday's papers are dominated by changes to the government's early release scheme for prisoners in England and Wales.

31 Aug 2026 5:42 am
How the US-Canada trade war is being felt on both sides of the border

The US-Canada trade war is being felt on both sides of the border.

31 Aug 2026 5:35 am
Patel to be replaced by Tugendhat as shadow foreign secretary

Kemi Badenoch is expected to carry out a wider reshuffle of her front bench team following high-profile departures.

31 Aug 2026 5:03 am
GB's Samuel earns first win at Grand Slam - but 'nervous' Norrie beaten

British qualifier Toby Samuel breaks more new ground with a dominant victory over Tomas Machac on his US Open debut.

31 Aug 2026 5:00 am
UK raises case of British activist detained by settlers in West Bank with Israel

Finn Joughin, a 22-year-old student activist, was arrested in the Palestinian village of Umm Al-Kheir.

31 Aug 2026 4:32 am
World number one Scheffler claims second Fedex Cup title

At times it felt like there was a certain inevitability about Scottie Scheffler collecting his second Fedex Cup title on Sunday.

31 Aug 2026 4:08 am
Watch: Match of the Day

Highlights of four Premier League matches, including Manchester United v Ipswich.

31 Aug 2026 3:21 am
US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak Island in first known attack in weeks

Iran says the attack killed some civilians and is the first known US strike on Iran since late July.

31 Aug 2026 2:45 am
A new Man Utd era - but Fernandes still sets the standard

For all the new signings, it is still captain Bruno Fernandes who sets the standard at Manchester United, writes Simon Stone.

31 Aug 2026 1:34 am
Lola Young surprises Reading Festival with final day set

The singer has been slowly returning to performing after taking a break last year to work on myself.

31 Aug 2026 1:06 am
Prisoners freed early are returning to jail at rapid rate, governors tell BBC

PM Andy Burnham on Sunday announced changes to the next early release scheme - scheduled to start in October - which mean PC Harper's killers will stay in jail.

31 Aug 2026 12:03 am
Eight killed and others missing after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus

A search and rescue operation is under way after a ferry carrying nearly 270 people turns over after leaving port.

31 Aug 2026 12:01 am
Seven arrested after death of newborn baby girl

The baby was pronounced dead at a property in the Wincobank area of Sheffield.

30 Aug 2026 11:59 pm
How did Rashford do on return to Man Utd XI? Player ratings

How Manchester United and Ipswich Town's players rated following their Premier League match.

30 Aug 2026 11:02 pm
Why Chelsea need more than a new goalkeeper to be title challengers

Chelsea's new goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made his debut in a thrilling 4-3 win over Brighton - but is unable to solve his new club's defensive problems on his own.

30 Aug 2026 10:42 pm
Clinical England power to series win over Pakistan

England once again steamroller Pakistan to power to a series win on the fourth day of the second Test at Lords.

30 Aug 2026 10:41 pm
Head teacher evacuated 900 children minutes before Nepal floods hit school

Rajendra Dawadi leapt into action after receiving warnings over waters heading towards his school.

30 Aug 2026 10:18 pm
Woman injured in fatal police pursuit crash dies

She had been driving a car which was involved in a collision with an Audi being chased by police.

30 Aug 2026 10:16 pm
Celebrating 60 years of Notting Hill Carnival

Crowds take to the streets of west London to enjoy family day in the bank holiday weekend sunshine.

30 Aug 2026 10:06 pm
Third murder charge over Brent Council HQ stabbing

David Wynter, 17, died after he was attacked on Engineers Way near Brent Civic Centre.

30 Aug 2026 9:08 pm
Joao Pedro and debutant Yalcouye star - Chelsea v Brighton player ratings

Here's how the players rated as Chelsea and Brighton met in the Premier League on Sunday.

30 Aug 2026 8:32 pm
Police release one of two men arrested over fatal house fire

Police continue to question a 23-year-old man over the fire in which a girl, 7, and her aunt died.

30 Aug 2026 8:04 pm
What we know about deadly Nepal-Tibet floods

Hundreds have died and thousands are missing after Wednesday's flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

30 Aug 2026 4:19 pm
Tottenham make Ndiaye move with Richarlison set for Everton

Tottenham are in advanced talks to sign Iliman Ndiaye from Everton, with Richarlison set to move in the opposite direction as part of separate negotiations.

30 Aug 2026 4:09 pm
British woman killed in stabbing at German railway station

A 27-year-old German man was arrested immediately after the incident in Rosenheim, Bavaria.

30 Aug 2026 4:09 pm