Europe

Over Euro 1.2 billion affected by fraud, irregularities in 2023

During 2023, OLAF opened 190 new investigations, following 1178 preliminary analyses carried out by OLAF experts.

2024-06-18T21:54:52.794895+00:00 IST

UN Human Rights Commissioner urges global action amidst conflicts

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk, in a stark address at the 56th session of the Human Rights Council, issued a passionate call for immediate international intervention to quell escalating conflicts worldwide.

2024-06-18T15:38:39.786693+00:00 IST

UN Human Rights Commissioner calls for reforms in China

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, highlighted the ongoing human rights challenges in China, stressing on the increasing concerns in the Xinjiang Autonomous Region.

2024-06-18T14:14:50.310412+00:00 IST

51 evacuated, over 10 dead in suspected Mediterranean migration

In a post on X, RESQSHIP said that their crew were "caring" for 51 people evacuated off the boat. "The rescue came too late for 10 people."

2024-06-18T00:06:55.503382+00:00 IST

Belgium: UKPNP demands release of PoJK activists

The UKPNP leaders accused Pakistan and its facilitators of disrupting the peaceful atmosphere in PoJK through tactics such as firing, imprisonment, and torture against the leaders of the Jammu Kashmir Awami Action Committee.

2024-06-17T07:46:25.898824+00:00 IST

India did not associate itself with any document: MEA

India on Sunday refrained from associating itself with any communique emerging from the Swiss summit on peace in Ukraine and reiterated its consistent approach to facilitate a lasting and peaceful resolution to the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.

2024-06-16T15:34:37.887303+00:00 IST

Justin Trudeau on PM Modi receiving warm welcome at G7 Summit

He was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the summit on Saturday (local time), where he was asked about PM Modi being received with 'open arms' and being at the centre stage in the family photo.

2024-06-16T08:54:16.681917+00:00 IST

More to say on next year's G7 when we assume presidency: Trudeau

Trudeau said that he looks forward to working with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and all G7 partners on various issues that they have discussed.

2024-06-16T08:13:31.072505+00:00 IST

"Commitment to work together...": Trudeau on meeting PM Modi

PM Modi met his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau on the sidelines of the G7 Summit here on Friday.

2024-06-16T06:44:11.913856+00:00 IST

Over 700 attend Indian High Commission's Yoga event in Trafalgar

Ahead of International Yoga Day, the High Commission of India in the United Kingdom organised a yoga event at Trafalgar Square which witnessed the significant participation of more than 700 enthusiastic people.

2024-06-16T01:20:07.854379+00:00 IST

G7 leaders accuse China of "enabling" Russian war in Ukraine

The leaders of Group of Seven (G7) in a hardening of tone against Beijing, warned China to stop sending weapons components to Russia and to play by the rules on trade, according to a draft G7 Summit statement.

2024-06-15T16:37:59.744230+00:00 IST

Human rights groups condemn cases filed against Mahrang Baloch

The Front Line Defenders, a human rights organization based in Dublin, Ireland, condemned the First Information Report (FIR) and false sedition charges filed against Mahrang Baloch, a prominent Baloch rights activist from Balochistan.

2024-06-15T13:59:20.986127+00:00 IST

Sindhi Foundation organise protests in London

A Washington-based human rights body, the Sindhi Foundation and the local Sindhi community organised a long march on Friday from 10 Downing Street (the official residence of the British Prime Minister) to Pakistan's High Commission in Lowndes Square to demand the return and recovery of Priya.

2024-06-15T13:45:31.848538+00:00 IST

Princess of Wales makes first appearance since cancer diagnosis

Accompanied by her husband, Prince William, the Princess arrived at the palace as Trooping the Colour commenced. Spectators of all ages lined the mall, some donning Union Jack bucket hats and fascinators, while others waved flags and sang the national anthem patriotically.

2024-06-15T12:25:35.402806+00:00 IST

World leaders gather in Switzerland without China, Russia

To put pressure on Russia to end its war with Ukraine, World leaders have gathered in Switzerland to attend Ukraine's peace summit on Saturday. However, Russia and China abstained from the summit, reported The Kyiv Independent.

2024-06-15T11:50:32.324409+00:00 IST

"Hello from Melodi team": Italian PM shares video with PM Modi

In the video, Meloni said, "Hello from the Melodi team" while PM Modi waved at the camera.

2024-06-15T07:52:17.400359+00:00 IST

'Melodi' moment: Italian PM Meloni clicks selfie with PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni, clicked a selfie on the sidelines of the G7 summit that concluded in Italy on Friday.

2024-06-15T04:57:43.816462+00:00 IST

Pope Francis calls for ban on use of 'lethal autonomous weapons'

In his address on the dangers of artificial intelligence (AI), at the G7 leaders' Summit in Italy, Pope Francis called for a prohibition on 'lethal autonomous weapons', according to Al Jazeera.

2024-06-15T02:09:14.697177+00:00 IST

G7: PM Modi meets leaders of Turkey, UAE, Brazil, Jordan

On the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the leaders of Turkey, UAE, Brazil and Jordan, and struck a pose for the camera along with them on Friday.

2024-06-15T01:00:58.446447+00:00 IST

PM Modi concludes day-long visit to Italy, emplanes for Delhi

"Had a very productive day at the G7 Summit in Apulia. Interacted with world leaders and discussed various subjects. Together, we aim to create impactful solutions that benefit the global community and create a better world for future generations," PM Modi wrote in a post on X, after concluding the visit.

2024-06-14T22:53:23.675501+00:00 IST