Europe

Prince Harry loses court battle over loss of security protection

The legal action against the Home Office commenced in February 2020 when it was determined that Prince Harry would no longer receive the "same degree" of protection while in the country.

2024-02-28T23:25:18.053770+00:00 IST

Defence Secretary Aramane interacts with German Defence Industry

In a meeting organised by BDSV on Wednesday, Defence Secretary outlined the recent changes in the Indian defence industry through progressive reforms, making it attractive to invest in India, and to enter into partnerships with the Indian defence industry.

2024-02-28T19:58:54.284706+00:00 IST

"Truly abysmal human rights record...": India's reply to Pakistan

In a befitting reply to Pakistan, India exercised its 'Right of Reply' in response to references to New Delhi stating that the nation that has institutionalized the systemic persecution of its minorities and has a truly abysmal human rights record has no right to comment on India

2024-02-28T18:02:09.790808+00:00 IST

India, Germany discuss bilateral security and defence issues 

The two sides discussed a range of bilateral security and defence issues, with a focus on developing the defence cooperation as a key pillar of the Strategic Partnership between India and Germany.

2024-02-28T04:51:38.511733+00:00 IST

“Conference on Disarmament not functioning as intended”: UN chief

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted that the Conference on Disarmament is failing in its objectives and called on the countries to accelerate the implementation of all nuclear disarmament commitments.

2024-02-27T12:36:24.916218+00:00 IST

"Maryam Nawaz intends to implement..." PoK rights activist

The exiled Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's (PoK) rights activist Amjad Ayub Mirza compared the developmental plan of Pakistan's Punjab province's new Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz with the economic model of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2024-02-26T22:22:13.958034+00:00 IST

“At least 31,000 soldiers killed in war with Russia”: Zelenskyy

Notably, this statement is significant as throughout the conflict, Kyiv has been hesitant to admit how many soldiers have been killed.

2024-02-25T17:23:00.666578+00:00 IST

'We are losing personnel, territories': Ukraine Minister

Urging the Western countries to deliver the pledged military aid timely to Ukraine, Defence Minister Rustem Umerov said that Kyiv is losing personnel and territories in the war against Russia.

2024-02-25T13:40:38.914989+00:00 IST

Austria: Tibetan youths protest outside Chinese embassy in Vienna

Three youngsters from the Tibetan community in Austria staged a protest in front of the Chinese Embassy in Vienna on Saturday over the human rights violations perpetrated by the Chinese Communist Party in Tibet.

2024-02-25T02:50:12.101263+00:00 IST

UK lawmaker affirms ongoing advocacy for Baloch community rights

The one-hour-long discourse garnered participation from over 500 individuals worldwide, including prominent Baloch rights activists like Mahrang Baloch, Sabiha Baloch, and Jamal Baloch.

2024-02-24T15:16:42.835631+00:00 IST

Brussels: 9th Tibet Support Conference commences

The international event is being organised under the supervision of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), a press statement released by the organisation said.

2024-02-24T15:06:16.462210+00:00 IST

“Keep fighting - you are sure to win!” Zelenskyy urges Ukrainians

Zelenskyy met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen who had arrived today at the site of the 2022 battle for Hostomel Airport in Kyiv Oblast, a province in north-central Ukraine, surrounding the capital city of Kiev.

2024-02-24T13:25:44.259779+00:00 IST

Baloch activists narrate horrors of the Baloch community in Pak

During the online session, prominent Baloch rights activist Mahrang Baloch detailed the numerous atrocities faced by the Baloch people.

2024-02-24T12:00:19.883405+00:00 IST

Russian drones attack Odesa, killing 3 Ukrainian civilians 

As the second anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict approaches, three civilians were killed in a Russian drone attack against Odesa on Friday, as reported by the Kyiv Independent.

2024-02-23T23:05:27.757430+00:00 IST

German Parliament discusses human rights of the Uyghurs, Tibetans

The session was attended by the several Members of German parliamentarians, civil and social leaders, journalists and human rights activists.

2024-02-23T17:09:04.172204+00:00 IST

UKPNP condemns arrest of party vice president from GB

Several leaders of UKPNP, like Exiled Chairman Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, Spokesperson Sardar Nasir Aziz Khan, Secretary Foreign Affairs Committee Jamil Maqsood, and other key members have expressed their strong condemnation regarding the arrest of Ahmed.

2024-02-23T14:50:19.502453+00:00 IST

'Russian Authorities “blackmailing” to accept secret burial'

The mother of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, alleged that the Moscow authorities are "blackmailing" her to accept a secret burial of her son, after she was allowed to see the corpse for the first time since his mysterious death in prison, The Washington Post reported.

2024-02-22T23:27:28.986732+00:00 IST

Russian President Putin flies nuclear-capable bomber

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday flew an upgraded Tu-160M missile carrier, Kremlin said in an official statement.

2024-02-22T16:37:10.144464+00:00 IST

'Greece to soon sign mobility migration agreement with India'

Greece Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who is on a two-day visit to India, said an announcement will soon be made regarding mobility migration, which will enable more Indian workers to visit Greece in an organised manner

2024-02-22T14:20:30.761122+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy invites Polish leaders to resolve farmers' protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has invited Polish leaders to a meeting at their shared border to resolve a blockade by Polish farmers protesting against Ukrainian food imports, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-02-21T23:18:36.507806+00:00 IST

UK sanctions Russian prison chiefs where Navalny was killed

The sanctioned individuals include Vadim Konstantinovich Kalinin, who oversaw the brutal prison camp where Navalny was kept in solitary confinement for up to 2 weeks at a time. Navalny's condition had deteriorated in his 3 years in prison.

2024-02-21T15:17:32.413991+00:00 IST