Europe

“No escape”: Exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi warns Khamenei

Posting on X, Pahlavi wrote, "Today I am speaking to Ali Khamenei, the leader of the regime occupying Iran. You are an anti-Iranian criminal. You have neither honor nor humanity."

2026-01-20T17:53:09.703145+00:00 IST

WEF 2026: Assam CM showcases state’s AI-ready workforce

In a post on X, the Chief Minister said that Assam, with its young demographic profile, is redefining workforce training by embedding industry-friendly curricula through initiatives such as the Assam Skill Development University.

2026-01-20T17:44:53.079394+00:00 IST

“World is facing a rupture, not transition": Canadian PM Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday warned that the world is witnessing a fundamental "rupture" in the global order rather than a gradual transition, cautioning against weaponising trade, finance, and supply chains.

2026-01-20T17:35:35.564387+00:00 IST

CM Soren participates in CII's program in Davos

"I had the opportunity to participate in the Delivering Sustainability at Scale program organised by CII in Davos. In the program, along with other speakers, I also shared my views on the possibilities of sustainable development. Jharkhand's vision is clear--we do not want to remain just an exporter state of minerals and natural resources," Soren posted on X.

2026-01-20T16:54:50.371317+00:00 IST

WEF summit 2026: Pralhad Joshi meets Panama Ministers

Union New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday met Panama's Commerce and Industry Minister Julio Armando Molto Alain and Foreign Affairs Minister Javier Eduardo Martinez-Acha Vasquez, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos.

2026-01-20T16:52:00.576741+00:00 IST

UAE, Telangana to collaborate for Bharat Future City

The delegation discussed potential areas of mutual cooperation in the state's large infrastructure projects, especially the Bharat Future City.

2026-01-20T16:10:20.302241+00:00 IST

Macron calls to "build bridges" with BRICS, G20 countries

During his address at the 56th Annual Summit of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Macron emphasised the need for stronger economic sovereignty and a strategic economy, particularly for Europe, to tackle rising global instability and imbalances across security, defence, and economic domains.

2026-01-20T15:16:37.292473+00:00 IST

WEF 2026: Philips keen to partner with Telangana on AI space

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led 'Telangana Rising' delegation on Tuesday met the global leadership of renowned health tech company Royal Philips at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.

2026-01-20T15:07:34.982716+00:00 IST

WEF 2026: Google keen to partner with Telangana

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led 'Telangana Rising' delegation held a comprehensive discussion on finding solutions to solve the issue of climate change, its impact on agriculture, as well as the adverse effects of pollution on urban areas.

2026-01-20T14:56:24.304735+00:00 IST

NATO alliance “very safe, sound” under Trump: Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated NATO is "safe" and urged Europe to pay more for defence. He later rejected a "false choice" between Greenland and NATO, saying both matter for US security. Bessent said the US will stay in NATO as Trump pressures allies over Greenland.

2026-01-20T14:39:50.847154+00:00 IST

EU Commission President warns Trump over Greenland tariff threat

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned the US against imposing tariffs on European allies over Greenland, calling it a "mistake." Speaking at Davos, she urged respect for existing agreements, offered cooperation on Arctic security, and said Europe must push for independence as tensions over Greenland rise.

2026-01-20T14:33:41.647123+00:00 IST

WEF: Macron slams US tariff threats

"Competition from the USA through trade agreements undermines our trade interests, demands maximum concessions, and openly aims to weaken and subordinate Europe, combined with the endless accumulation of new tariffs that are fundamentally unacceptable--especially when used as leverage against territorial sovereignty," Macron said.

2026-01-20T14:12:43.108551+00:00 IST

EU on cusp of historic trade deal with India: EU Commission Prez

The President of the European Commission said she will travel to India next weekend

2026-01-20T13:38:25.060958+00:00 IST

Soren heads to Davos to participate in inter-ministerial panel

"En route to the inter-ministerial panel Capital in Action: Scaling Energy Systems Through Policy, Finance & Regional Leadership, discussing with the Chief Secretary on positioning Jharkhand as a global player in energy security," Soren posted on X.

2026-01-20T13:15:14.970728+00:00 IST

Pakistan accused of managing extremist networks

Greek journalist Dimitra Staikou, in an EuropaWire analysis, claimed Pakistan manages extremist networks instead of dismantling them. She cited alleged continued activities of LeT and JeM, political cover, public training camps and rallies, and warned this could impact Europe and global security through Pakistan's expanding international ties.

2026-01-20T12:55:38.327556+00:00 IST

UK announces £40 billion major education expansion abroad

The United Kingdom has announced a new International Education Strategy aimed at expanding the global footprint of UK education and growing education exports to GBP 40 billion annually by 2030, with India identified as one of five key focus countries for the UK's International Education Champion.

2026-01-20T12:44:10.017804+00:00 IST

At Davos, Assam CM Sarma touts India’s economic rise

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday highlighted India's rapid economic ascent under Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the World Economic Forum, expressing confidence that the country is firmly on track to become the world's third-largest economy

2026-01-20T12:11:12.070757+00:00 IST

Newsom slams Trump ahead of Davos speech over Greenland row

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticised President Donald Trump ahead of Trump's Davos speech, urging European leaders to stay united. Trump said Greenland is vital for security, planned meetings in Davos, and threatened tariffs on Europe. EU leaders called it blackmail and planned an emergency summit.

2026-01-20T12:07:59.516607+00:00 IST

Extra US tariffs a "mistake": EU chief von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen warned the US that imposing tariffs on European allies over Greenland would be a "mistake" and said Europe's response would be "unflinching, united and proportional." EU leaders also cautioned tariffs could harm transatlantic ties as Trump announced new tariff plans.

2026-01-20T11:40:20.123139+00:00 IST

EU-India trade deal near, von der Leyen says at Davos 2026

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU is close to finalising a free trade deal with India. She will visit India next weekend, as EU leaders attend India's Republic Day celebrations and co-chair the India-EU Summit, aiming to deepen strategic and economic ties.

2026-01-20T10:58:54.733709+00:00 IST

Davos: Pashtun group, human rights activists protest against Paki

The Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) held a peaceful demonstration along with local human rights activists against Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif and the Pakistani Army involved in the brutal killings and enforced disappearances of Pashtun people.

2026-01-20T02:27:38.840399+00:00 IST