Europe

Mikheil Kavelashvili appointed new Georgian President 

This comes amid ongoing political turmoil following the 'controversial' elections in October. The polls were marred by reports from observers citing incidents of bribery and double voting.

2024-12-15T01:06:16.264277+00:00 IST

Mango fashion tycoon Isak Andic dies in 'accident'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez also expressed his condolences on the Mango founder's demise and acknowledged his role in turning the Spanish brand into a "world reference in fashion."

2024-12-14T22:46:20.666419+00:00 IST

World Uyghur Congress marks 1985 Uyghur Student Movement

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) commemorated the 39th anniversary of the 1985 Uyghur Student Movement, a pivotal moment in the history of Uyghur resistance against the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

2024-12-14T07:36:45.360543+00:00 IST

Emmanuel Macron names Francois Bayrou as new French PM

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday appointed President of the Democratic Movement party (MoDem), Francois Bayrou, according to a report by CNN.

2024-12-13T14:26:12.854925+00:00 IST

NATO chief warns of risk on holding talks on war without Putin

During a discussion at Carnegie Europe think tank in Brussels on Wednesday, Rutte said, "It is crucial that whenever there is a deal that it is a good deal, with all the elements in there."

2024-12-13T12:42:56.662424+00:00 IST

Russia targets Ukraine with 93 missiles, 200 drones: Zelenskyy

Sharing a post on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote, "Another Russian missile strike against Ukraine. Cruise missiles, ballistic missiles. According to preliminary reports, 93 missiles were launched, including at least one North Korean missile... This was one of the largest strikes targeting our energy infrastructure ."

2024-12-13T10:39:04.991838+00:00 IST

Bank of France raises corporate credit threshold after 40 years

The Bank of France has raised the corporate credit rating threshold from EUR 750,000 to EUR 1.25 million for the first time in 40 years, effective January 2025. This adjustment aims to align the rating system with economic changes and focus on larger companies. The new threshold will exclude some small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) currently rated by the bank.

2024-12-13T09:32:53.578861+00:00 IST

London council rejects China’s proposal for “Super-Embassy”

Despite being rejected in 2022 following a strong campaign by rights groups, China has resubmitted its application to build a large new facility in London.

2024-12-13T09:19:30.284091+00:00 IST

French President Emmanuel Macron to announce new prime minister

French President Emmanuel Macron will announce new prime minister on Friday morning following the resignation of France Prime Minister Michel Barnier last week, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-12-13T02:00:04.547221+00:00 IST

India very important country; invited for AI Action Summit:French

The French Presidency on Thursday confirmed India's invitation to the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit, stating that India was a "very important country."

2024-12-12T15:32:40.720430+00:00 IST

UKPNP leader condemns Pakistan’s military expansion

His remarks come in response to the continued establishment of military and naval installations in several key areas, including Pir Chinasi (Muzaffarabad), Ganga Choti (District Bagh), Las Danna (District Bagh), Toli Pir (District Poonch), and most recently, near Banjosa (Rawalakot).

2024-12-12T13:25:25.555817+00:00 IST

Romania, Bulgaria set to join EU border-free area in January 2025

Romania and Bulgaria are set to fully join the European Union border-free Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament said.

2024-12-12T13:05:31.618865+00:00 IST

China remains leading prison for journalists: RSF report 

The Reporters Without Borders (RSF) on Thursday published a report, highlighting an alarming surge in violence against journalists, particularly in conflict zones like Gaza, which has become the deadliest region for media professionals. Meanwhile, China remains the leading prison for journalists, with 124 media professionals detained.

2024-12-12T11:05:01.787326+00:00 IST

Baloch activists organise rally against Pakistan in Germany

Participants, including BNM members and supporters, carried banners and placards on Tuesday, demanding international recognition of the severe repression faced by the Baloch people under Pakistani rule.

2024-12-12T09:14:39.283427+00:00 IST

EU raises concerns over human rights violations in China on Inter

The EU urged China to uphold the fundamental rights of all individuals, including ethnic, religious, and linguistic minorities

2024-12-11T09:29:23.325525+00:00 IST

Activists rally in London to condemn Pakistan's repression of Sin

Organized by the Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement on Tuesday, the demonstration was titled "Protest Against Pakistan's Occupation and Human Rights Violations in Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Seraikistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir."

2024-12-11T08:32:27.763074+00:00 IST

UKPNP calls on Pakistan to uphold Human rights and free all polit

Abbasi underscored the crucial need for unity among oppressed nations

2024-12-11T07:23:20.504327+00:00 IST

Indian delegation gifts books on PM Modi's vision to Pope Francis

A distinguished Indian delegation, including Union Minister George Kurian, met Pope Francis at Vatican City, presenting two key works on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership: Modi@20: Dreams Meet Delivery and Mann Ki Baat @100: Igniting Collective Goodness. The delegation celebrated the elevation of George Jacob Koovakad to Cardinal and underscored the shared vision of interfaith harmony between India and the Vatican.

2024-12-11T02:57:17.937181+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh meets President Vladimir Putin in Moscow

The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 21st session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC).

2024-12-10T16:28:07.228785+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh reaffirms commitment to strengthening ties

The Defence Minister called for further collaboration to consolidate and deepen the defence aspects of the countries' and emphasised on further deepening the interaction between both nations despite "geopolitical challenges and great pressure."

2024-12-10T16:12:47.783814+00:00 IST

UK Defence official lauds Naval Electric Propulsion Partnership

The signing was part of the third Joint Working Group Meeting of Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership, symbolising the commitment to promote indigenous development of niche technologies.

2024-12-10T14:03:17.447042+00:00 IST