Europe

Russian FM Lavrov to participate in BRICS Foreign Ministers meet

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday announced that he will participate in the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting on the sidelines of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) scheduled on September 20 in New York, USA. 

2023-09-18T19:29:09.400195+00:00 IST

Members of persecuted Chinese communities hold protest in London

Members of China’s persecuted communities and rights groups staged a peaceful protest outside the InterContinental Hotel in Mayfair, London on Sunday, where the Chinese Embassy was hosting its 74th anniversary celebration of the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC).

2023-09-18T18:35:59.780590+00:00 IST

Pakistani Christian activist at UNHRC exposes Pakistan

A human rights activist from the Christian community in Pakistan has exposed the Islamic nation for mistreating them and using national security laws to persecute the minority community.

2023-09-18T17:18:19.168487+00:00 IST

Karnataka's Hoysala temples inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage

Karnataka's Hoyasala Temples' sacred ensembles have been inscribed on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage list.

2023-09-18T16:07:12.249797+00:00 IST

Wang Yi to discuss Ukraine war with Sergey Lavrov today

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is expected to discuss the Ukraine war with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday, CNN reported.

2023-09-18T06:21:31.106090+00:00 IST

"We must prepare ourselves for a long war in Ukraine...": NATO

"Most wars last longer than expected when they first begin," Stoltenberg cautioned. "Therefore, we must prepare ourselves for a long war in Ukraine."

2023-09-17T15:34:47.441940+00:00 IST

First inbound ships reach Ukraine port after suspension of deal

Two cargo ships, that had departed on Saturday arrived in one of Ukraine’s ports, using a temporary Black Sea corridor established by the government, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday.

2023-09-17T15:26:44.289309+00:00 IST

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un receives drones as gifts from Russia

As North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un concluded his visit to Russia on Sunday, the standout moment of his trip was when he received five explosive drones, a reconnaissance drone and a bulletproof vest as gifts from a regional governor on his Moscow visit, according to Al Jazeera.

2023-09-17T14:56:04.394078+00:00 IST

Poland prohibits entry of Russian-registered passenger cars

According to the EU's decision, motor vehicles bearing registration of the Russian Federation are now prohibited from accessing the territory of the 27-member bloc.

2023-09-17T13:17:03.431090+00:00 IST

EU tourism at decade high in first half of 2023

The EU tourism industry is experiencing a strong recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first half of 2023, the number of nights spent in tourist accommodations reached its highest level in the past decade, signalling a notable resurgence in the industry's performance in many countries, according to Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.

2023-09-17T08:00:04.128493+00:00 IST

Italy: Child killed as car gets struck with burning debris

A five-year-old child was killed, and her nine-year-old brother injured with severe burns after their car was struck with burning debris from a huge fireball after a jet from the Italian Air Force’s aerobatics squadron crashed during a practice run near the northern city of Turin on Saturday, CNN reported.

2023-09-17T03:03:50.571727+00:00 IST

Newborn found dead on refugee boat off Italian Island

A newborn baby was found dead on a boat carrying people to Lampedusa even as dozens of the island's citizens protested over a surge in arrivals, reported Al Jazeera citing ANSA News Agency. 

2023-09-17T00:46:11.222901+00:00 IST

French ski resort shuts permanently as there’s not enough snow

La Sambuy, a town that operates a family skiing resort close to Mont Blanc in the French Alps, has chosen to demolish its ski lifts because, as a result of global warming, its ski season has been reduced to a few short weeks, making it unprofitable to keep them open.

2023-09-16T16:59:37.133896+00:00 IST

First inbound ships to reach Ukraine through new Black Sea

For the first time after the suspension of Black Sea grain initiative, two merchant ships approached Ukrainian ports to collect about 20,000 tons of wheat for Africa and Asia on Saturday morning, CNN reported citing Kyiv officials.

2023-09-16T16:19:48.006776+00:00 IST

EU ends restrictions against Ukraine’s agricultural exports

Welcoming the decision taken by the European Commission to end the restrictive measures on Ukraine against its agricultural exports, President Volodymr Zelenskyy said that it is "important" that European unity works on a bilateral level, CNN reported.

2023-09-16T16:15:52.345342+00:00 IST

Russia to amp up its missile arsenal to attack Ukraine in winter

"Between October 2022 and March 2023, Russia focused long-range strikes against Ukraine’s national energy infrastructure," the defence ministry said in the statement posted to X.

2023-09-16T15:23:18.846300+00:00 IST

Ukrainian properties in Crimea – including Zelenskyy’s to be sold

Vladimir Konstantinov, the chairman of the State Council of the Republic of Crimea, announced plans to sell 100 "nationalised properties" in a message on Telegram.

2023-09-16T15:13:39.687839+00:00 IST

Russian Soyuz with two cosmonauts, one US astronaut docks at ISS

Two Russian cosmonauts and an astronaut from the United States have docked with the International Space Station (ISS) after taking off from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan amid raging tensions between Moscow and Washington over the invasion of Ukraine, Al Jazeera reported.

2023-09-16T08:47:39.907667+00:00 IST

Activist from Gilgit Baltistan raises human rights issues

He highlighted how coercive measures were adopted in Gilgit Baltistan by a state-owned telecom company Special Communications Organisation and has curtailed and curbed rights to freedom of expression in urban and rural areas of Gilgit Baltistan, affecting human rights of local people.

2023-09-16T08:44:42.626599+00:00 IST

World is 'well off track' to achieve SDG 8, ILO research finds

The new policy brief and separate report will be presented at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-level Week in New York, starting 18th September.

2023-09-16T08:41:16.597546+00:00 IST

New UN survey underlines need for inclusive policies for trade

Despite geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, countries continue to improve the trading environment by simplifying and digitalising trade processes.

2023-09-16T07:47:22.261115+00:00 IST