Europe

Memorial service to mark 80 years since liberation of Auschwitz

Among those who traveled to the site was 86-year-old Tova Friedman, who was 6 when she was among the 7,000 people liberated on January 27, 1945. She believes it will the be last gathering of survivors at Auschwitz and she came from her home in New Jersey to add her voice to those warning about rising hatred and antisemitism.

2025-01-27T23:34:04.261050+00:00 IST

Musk backs AfD amid protests

Elon Musk has caused controversy by endorsing Germany's far-right AfD party during a live-streamed address. His comments, particularly on nationalism and immigration, have sparked protests and criticism from German leaders.

2025-01-27T04:15:36.872377+00:00 IST

Belarus: Lukashenko projected to win by 87 pc votes

Sunday's vote was the country's first presidential election since Lukashenko crushed mass protests against his government in 2020 and permitted Russia to use Belarusian territory for its invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

2025-01-27T00:56:24.071832+00:00 IST

World Uyghur Congress urges Thailand to halt deportation

WUC stated that these refugees, who fled persecution in East Turkistan in 2014, are at risk of "severe consequences" if forced to return to China, where the government has been accused of "systematic human rights violations" against the Uyghurs.

2025-01-26T23:09:22.232845+00:00 IST

French President Macron extends Republic Day greetings to India

Macron shared a photograph of himself with PM Modi from last year when he visited India as the Chief Guest for the Republic Day celebrations.

2025-01-26T20:17:29.247468+00:00 IST

Russian President Putin extends Republic Day wishes

On the occasion of 76th Republic Day, Russian President Vladimir Putin extended his congratulations to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, praising India's achievements over the past 75 years.

2025-01-26T15:05:47.726516+00:00 IST

India celebrates Republic Day at High Commission in London

The High Commission of India in the UK celebrated India's 76th Republic Day with grandeur and enthusiasm at India House in London. The event witnessed a large gathering of dignitaries, members of the Indian diaspora, and guests from various walks of life who came together to honor India's rich cultural heritage and democratic spirit.

2025-01-26T14:51:26.785344+00:00 IST

Pak man gets jailed for 30 years for killing two by Paris court

Mahmood (29), a Pakistan national, was accused of the knife attack on two people outside the former offices of the satirical magazine 'Charlie Hebdo' in 2020, as per Euro News.

2025-01-25T01:51:35.824943+00:00 IST

"Ukraine war could've been averted if...": Putin

Notably, Trump has long claimed that the war in Ukraine would not have happened under his watch, but on Friday, Putin suggested the same thing- while also repeating Trump's allegation that the 2020 US election was "stolen".

2025-01-24T21:39:08.438007+00:00 IST

Altaf Hussain condemns PECA Act Amendment Bill 2025

He described the legislation, passed by the Pakistan Muslim League (N)'s government, as a "draconian law" that violates fundamental human rights and suppresses freedom of expression.

2025-01-24T21:28:39.444039+00:00 IST

At least three people killed in Russian drone attack on Kyiv

Ukraine's interior ministry said on Friday that two men and a woman were killed in the drone debris in the overnight attack on central Kyiv region, damaging a residential apartment , commercial buildings, eight houses and several cars.

2025-01-24T11:23:35.926125+00:00 IST

Tibetan delegation highlights China’s repressive policies

They were warmly received by Sascha Faxe MP, the foreign affairs spokesperson for the Atlantic and member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, according to the statement.

2025-01-24T08:10:30.216822+00:00 IST

UK teen kills three girls, gets 52 year sentence

Axel Rudakubana, an 18-year-old who murdered three young girls at a dance class in Southport, UK, has been sentenced to 52 years in prison. Despite his age, the judge ruled that it was likely he would never be released. Rudakubana's actions have sparked public outrage, with the UK government ordering a public inquiry.

2025-01-24T04:30:55.144311+00:00 IST

Micheál Martin returns as Irish Prime Minister

Micheal Martin has been re-elected as the prime minister of Ireland, leading a coalition government. His return follows a vote in parliament, a day after the nomination faced a delay due to opposition protests. Martin's leadership comes amid economic concerns and promises to strengthen Ireland's international ties.

2025-01-24T04:02:59.862594+00:00 IST

Italy defends Libyan deportation

Italy has defended its decision to deport Libyan war crimes suspect Osama Elmasry Njeem, citing his "social dangerousness." Despite an ICC arrest warrant, Njeem was released by an Italian court due to procedural issues and swiftly repatriated to Libya. The ICC has criticised the move, while opposition lawmakers demand accountability from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government.

2025-01-24T03:53:58.629211+00:00 IST

You don't make your product in America, you'll have to pay tariff

President Donald Trump has issued a clear message to businesses worldwide, make your product in America, and benefit from some of the lowest taxes globally.

2025-01-23T21:35:36.460003+00:00 IST

“Going to ask NATO nations to increase defence spending": Trump

US President Donald Trump delivered virtual remarks to the World Economic Forum on Thursday and highlighted the swift changes he has brought into the American policies both at domestic and international level soon after assuming his second term as the President of the United States of America. In a significant announcement, the US President said that he will ask NATO countries to increase their defence spending.

2025-01-23T17:32:14.747777+00:00 IST

ICC files arrest warrant applications against Taliban leaders

The International Criminal Court's arrest warrant applications accuse the Supreme Leader of the Taliban, Haibatullah Akhundzada, and the Chief Justice of the "Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan," Abdul Hakim Haqqani, of crimes against humanity for persecution on gender grounds.

2025-01-23T14:44:25.895268+00:00 IST

CM Chandrababu Naidu showcases Andhra Pradesh at WEF

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu concluded a highly impactful four-day engagement at the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland.

2025-01-23T13:54:24.727518+00:00 IST

Kazakhstan showcases its potential as Regional Academic Hub

Kazakhstan presented a national pavilion at one of the world's largest international education exhibitions--the Bett Show--for the first time that started on January 22 will continue until January 24 in London.

2025-01-23T08:05:35.179357+00:00 IST

Global leaders call for action on AI, regional reforms at WEF

Global leaders have called for action on artificial intelligence, regional reforms, and environmental initiatives at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025, discussing key issues such as social media reform in Europe, closer regional integration in Asia, the creation of the world's largest tropical forest reserve in Africa and opportunities for progress in the Middle East.

2025-01-23T04:01:59.541030+00:00 IST