US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he did not need Britain’s help to win the war with Iran, although London was giving “serious thought” to sending two aircraft carriers to West Asia.. US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have been at odds on several issues (REUTERS File). This comes amid the latest clash between the longtime military allies, whose relationship has fluctuated since Trump took office in the US. The Republican leader said in a post on Truth Social that he “will remember” the lack of British support during the conflict with Iran.. “The United Kingdom, our once Great Ally, may be the Greatest of them all, is finally giving serious thought to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East. That’s OK, Prime Minister Starmer, we don’t need them any longer — But we will remember. We don’t need people that join Wars after we’ve already won!” he said in the post.. Trump has repeatedly criticised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, suggesting this week that he helped “ruin” the countries’ historically close relationship after London blocked initial US use of British bases to attack Iran.. Keir Starmer has defended his decision not to allow US forces to use British bases to support initial strikes on Iran, saying he needed to be satisfied that any military action was legal and well planned.. He later granted US forces permission to use British bases for what he called defensive strikes against Iranian missiles in storage depots or launchers.. Donald Trump’s comments can be seen in the light of a statement by Britain’s defence ministry, which said on Saturday that it was preparing the Prince of Wales aircraft carrier for possible deployment.. But no final decision has been taken about whether to send it to West Asia, a British official quoted by Reuters said.. Wars in West Asia are a touchy subject in Britain after the Iraq debacle, where then-Prime Minister Tony Blair apologised years later for invading the country in 2003 when the US said Saddam Hussein’s regime had weapons of mass destruction (WMD). Those weapons were never found. 

 New Delhi, Women should pursue a “career with character”, bringing sincerity, ethical values and a sense of responsibility to the workplace, said Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief V Shantha Kumari.. Women should pursue ‘career with character’: Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief. In an interview with PTI, Kumari also spoke about the organisation’s perspective on feminism, stating that the Indian approach to feminism emphasises developing one’s own qualities and character rather than competing with men.. Rashtra Sevika Samiti, founded in 1936, functions as a women’s organisation parallel to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh for men.. Kumari said women can contribute to the nation’s development alongside men in different fields.. “Women can choose any career, but it should be a career with character,” she said, explaining that work should be done with sincerity and without corruption.. According to her, women often bring a sense of family and care into the workplace, which can help create a more positive and responsible work environment.. “Women have the nature of treating everyone like a family member because of Matritva . If they bring such a family atmosphere, people will work together with sincerity,” she said.. Kumari said women can manage both family responsibilities and professional work.. “A woman has the capability to manage the family and work outside, and therefore can contribute significantly to the welfare of society and the nation,” she said.. The Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief said the organisation encourages women to participate in social and national development through its network of shakhas.. “Through our shakhas, we encourage women to set aside time and contribute to the welfare of society,” Kumari said, adding that the organisation engages women from childhood through different groups to instil in them a sense of responsibility towards society.. She added that women should think about how they could contribute to the nation wherever they are whether at home or in the workplace.. Commenting on government initiatives such as the Lakhpati Didi programme aimed at improving women’s economic participation, Kumari said schemes that support women financially can help them gain confidence and plan their future.. “First of all, we should encourage women. If they are facing economic problems in their work, they should be supported, including with financial help. Only then can they think about their future properly,” she told PTI.. Kumari said government programmes to support women’s livelihoods are positive steps, but their effective implementation is crucial.. “What the government is doing is good. The plans are very good, but the execution should be proper; they should reach even the remote villages,” she said, adding that the society should also play a role in ensuring that such initiatives reach the intended beneficiaries.. Kumari encouraged young women to use their abilities and innovative ideas to create opportunities. “The younger generation has many 

 New Delhi, Women should pursue a “career with character”, bringing sincerity, ethical values and a sense of responsibility to the workplace, said Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief V Shantha Kumari.. Women should pursue ‘career with character’: Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief. In an interview with PTI, Kumari also spoke about the organisation’s perspective on feminism, stating that the Indian approach to feminism emphasises developing one’s own qualities and character rather than competing with men.. Rashtra Sevika Samiti, founded in 1936, functions as a women’s organisation parallel to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh for men.. Kumari said women can contribute to the nation’s development alongside men in different fields.. “Women can choose any career, but it should be a career with character,” she said, explaining that work should be done with sincerity and without corruption.. According to her, women often bring a sense of family and care into the workplace, which can help create a more positive and responsible work environment.. “Women have the nature of treating everyone like a family member because of Matritva . If they bring such a family atmosphere, people will work together with sincerity,” she said.. Kumari said women can manage both family responsibilities and professional work.. “A woman has the capability to manage the family and work outside, and therefore can contribute significantly to the welfare of society and the nation,” she said.. The Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief said the organisation encourages women to participate in social and national development through its network of shakhas.. “Through our shakhas, we encourage women to set aside time and contribute to the welfare of society,” Kumari said, adding that the organisation engages women from childhood through different groups to instil in them a sense of responsibility towards society.. She added that women should think about how they could contribute to the nation wherever they are whether at home or in the workplace.. Commenting on government initiatives such as the Lakhpati Didi programme aimed at improving women’s economic participation, Kumari said schemes that support women financially can help them gain confidence and plan their future.. “First of all, we should encourage women. If they are facing economic problems in their work, they should be supported, including with financial help. Only then can they think about their future properly,” she told PTI.. Kumari said government programmes to support women’s livelihoods are positive steps, but their effective implementation is crucial.. “What the government is doing is good. The plans are very good, but the execution should be proper; they should reach even the remote villages,” she said, adding that the society should also play a role in ensuring that such initiatives reach the intended beneficiaries.. Kumari encouraged young women to use their abilities and innovative ideas to create opportunities. “The younger generation has many 

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the people and government of Nepal for the successful conduct of elections in the Himalayan nation, and said the historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey.. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed India’s commitment to working with Nepal’s new government for shared progress and prosperity. (@NarendraModi). ALSO READ | Nepal’s first female PM, Sushila Karki steers return to polls after Gen-Z revolt: From discord to Discord, and beyond. Modi also said as a close friend and neighbour, India remains steadfast in its commitment to working closely with the people of Nepal and its new government to scale new heights of shared peace, progress and prosperity. “I warmly congratulate the people and government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of elections. It is heartening to see my Nepali sisters and brothers exercise their democratic rights so vibrantly. This historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey,” Modi said in a post on X.. ALSO READ | Rapper, politician and a Gen-Z favourite: Who is Balen Shah, frontrunner for Nepal PM post?. Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was on Saturday heading towards a landslide victory in Nepal’s first general elections since the violent Gen Z protests last year, shattering the dominance of the established political parties.. The RSP, which was formed in 2022 by Rabi Lamichhane, has won 39 of the 50 seats declared so far, including a clean sweep in the 10 constituencies of Kathmandu district, and is leading in 80 others, according to the Election Commission of Nepal.. The RSP, which has projected Balendra Shah as its PM candidate and organised its first election campaign at Janakpur in Madhesh, is heading towards a clean sweep of the province.. ALSO READ | Nepal Elections 2026: Why are there two types of ballot in Nepal and what is mixed electoral system?. The high-stakes election on Thursday came six months after deadly protests toppled the government led by Oli, with at least 77 people killed.. The September 2025 youth-led demonstrations, under a loose Gen Z banner, began over a brief social media ban but quickly tapped into broader grievances over corruption and a struggling economy. 

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the people and government of Nepal for the successful conduct of elections in the Himalayan nation, and said the historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey.. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed India’s commitment to working with Nepal’s new government for shared progress and prosperity. (@NarendraModi). ALSO READ | Nepal’s first female PM, Sushila Karki steers return to polls after Gen-Z revolt: From discord to Discord, and beyond. Modi also said as a close friend and neighbour, India remains steadfast in its commitment to working closely with the people of Nepal and its new government to scale new heights of shared peace, progress and prosperity. “I warmly congratulate the people and government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of elections. It is heartening to see my Nepali sisters and brothers exercise their democratic rights so vibrantly. This historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey,” Modi said in a post on X.. ALSO READ | Rapper, politician and a Gen-Z favourite: Who is Balen Shah, frontrunner for Nepal PM post?. Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was on Saturday heading towards a landslide victory in Nepal’s first general elections since the violent Gen Z protests last year, shattering the dominance of the established political parties.. The RSP, which was formed in 2022 by Rabi Lamichhane, has won 39 of the 50 seats declared so far, including a clean sweep in the 10 constituencies of Kathmandu district, and is leading in 80 others, according to the Election Commission of Nepal.. The RSP, which has projected Balendra Shah as its PM candidate and organised its first election campaign at Janakpur in Madhesh, is heading towards a clean sweep of the province.. ALSO READ | Nepal Elections 2026: Why are there two types of ballot in Nepal and what is mixed electoral system?. The high-stakes election on Thursday came six months after deadly protests toppled the government led by Oli, with at least 77 people killed.. The September 2025 youth-led demonstrations, under a loose Gen Z banner, began over a brief social media ban but quickly tapped into broader grievances over corruption and a struggling economy.