Europe

Germany: Afghan man kills two including toddler in knife attack

The two deceased include a 2-year-old boy of Moroccan origin and a 41-year-old German man. Three others, including a 72-year-old German man, a 59-year-old German woman, and a 2-year-old Syrian girl, were also injured, police confirmed in a statement Wednesday.

2025-01-23T00:59:13.418688+00:00 IST

'India's brand has been reinforced under PM Modi's leadership'

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, CM Naidu stressed the need for everyone to work together to achieve double-digit growth for the country.

2025-01-22T23:15:43.215852+00:00 IST

Davos: Andhra CM Naidu meets Bill Gates on sidelines of WEF

The meeting between the two leaders focused on forging partnerships to transform the state of Andhra Pradesh into a 'global hub' for health, education, and innovation.

2025-01-22T18:51:53.051148+00:00 IST

"Trump is going to be a friend of Hindu American

Johnnie Moore, former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump on Wednesday spoke about religious freedom as a priority for the Trump 2.0 administration, the issue of Khalistan, revised immigration policies and how India-US ties would progress under Donald Trump's administration.

2025-01-22T14:33:53.396180+00:00 IST

“It’s going to be golden age for Indian-American friendship!”

Johnnie Moore, former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump on Wednesday hailed the India-US ties under US President Donald Trump's first administration and expressed confidence for the ties to deepen further with the onset of the second term of US President Donald Trump.

2025-01-22T14:02:09.753394+00:00 IST

Prince Harry settles lawsuit against News Group Newspapers

Britain's Prince Harry has resolved his legal dispute with News Group Newspapers (NGN), the UK media company owned by Rupert Murdoch, according to his lawyer, as reported by CBS News.

2025-01-22T12:36:42.799305+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy meets Israeli counterpart Herzog at WEF

Sharing a post on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote, "We met with President of Israel @Isaac_Herzog to discuss important issues of Ukrainian-Israeli cooperation. Ukraine is glad to see people who were in captivity returning home.

2025-01-22T10:46:13.771079+00:00 IST

WEF 2025 opens: Leaders call for collaboration

The 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum opens in Davos, with global leaders urging renewed cooperation in the face of geopolitical uncertainty. Klaus Schwab calls for "constructive optimism," while world leaders highlight economic transformation, innovation, and sustainable development as key pathways to a prosperous future.

2025-01-22T06:08:30.472839+00:00 IST

Thailand must immediately halt deportation of 48 Uyghurs to China

The government of Thailand must immediately halt the possible transfer of 48 Uyghurs to the People's Republic of China, United Nations experts said on Tuesday, warning that the group was at real risk of torture or other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment if they are returned.

2025-01-22T03:06:39.241773+00:00 IST

WEF 2025: Smriti Irani highlights philanthropy’s role

Smriti Irani engaged in discussions with LIM Seok Hui at WEF 2025, emphasising philanthropy's role in women-led development across health, education, and enterprise. Andhra Pradesh leaders showcased the state's investment opportunities, including renewable energy and industrial projects.

2025-01-22T02:59:07.452783+00:00 IST

India joins Eurodrone Programme

The Government of India has officially become the newest Observer State in the OCCAR-managed MALE RPAS (Eurodrone) programme, led by Airbus Defence and Space as the industrial prime, an official statement noted.

2025-01-21T16:07:44.976983+00:00 IST

WHO regrets US announcement to withdraw from agency

WHO expressed hope that US will reconsider the decision and looks forward to engaging in "constructive dialogue" to maintain the partnership between the US and the agency for the benefit of the health and well-being of millions of people around the world.

2025-01-21T10:46:27.316738+00:00 IST

India, France hold Foreign Office Consultations

The discussions encompassed key areas of bilateral cooperation including defence, civil nuclear energy, space, cyber and digital, Artificial Intelligence (AI), institutional dialogue mechanisms, and initiatives fostering people-to-people exchanges and cultural ties.

2025-01-21T09:00:51.234431+00:00 IST

World leaders pour in wishes to Donald Trump on his swearing-in

After Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US President, a slew congratulatory wishes from noted leaders across the world poured in.

2025-01-21T06:44:39.310588+00:00 IST

CM Naidu meets Swiss investors at Davos

On the first day of his visit to Davos for the World Economic Forum, Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu met with Swiss investors and business leaders to discuss opportunities for collaboration, focusing on the state's potential in key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and technology.

2025-01-20T15:04:45.078474+00:00 IST

Pope Francis extends wishes to US President-elect Donald Trump

The pontiff, who has previously criticised Trump's plans to deport undocumented immigrants, offered incoming president "cordial greetings and the assurance of my prayers that Almighty God will grant you wisdom, strength and protection."

2025-01-20T13:12:18.806685+00:00 IST

London: Pro-Khalistan extremists disrupt screening of "Emergency"

A group of pro-Khalistan extremists stormed a cinema in the London town of Harrow and attempted to stop the screening of the Kangana Ranaut starrer film "Emergency," the social movement of British Hindus and Indians, Insight UK, stated on Monday.

2025-01-20T03:48:56.179738+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal in dialogue with EU Trade Commissioner

Piyush Goyal, India's Commerce and Industry Minister, met with European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic in Brussels to discuss a new trade agenda and work toward a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement between India and the European Union. The two leaders outlined key principles for strengthening bilateral relations and expanding collaboration on trade and investment.

2025-01-19T17:20:54.502619+00:00 IST

India, Italy strengthen cooperation on counterterrorism, organise

India and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora against terrorism and organised crime during the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

2025-01-19T12:02:44.598598+00:00 IST

BJP leader Vanathi Srinivasan participates in Pongal in UK

Vanathi Srinivasan, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Tamil Nadu, and National President of BJP Mahila Morcha recently travelled to the United Kingdom to participate in Pongal celebrations organised by the British Tamil Forum.

2025-01-19T00:14:39.710492+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal discusses FTA with EU Commissioner for Trade

Sharing a post on X, Piyush Goyal wrote, "Began my Brussels visit with a warm first meeting with@MarosSefcovic, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security. We exchanged views on bilateral issues including trade ties and the India-EU Free Trade Agreement."

2025-01-19T00:03:31.215165+00:00 IST