Europe

EU experts concerned over funding to Muslim Brotherhood

Since 2004, 79 billion euros have been provided by EU institutions to the Muslim Brotherhood and affiliated organisations. It is crucial that to understand why - and how this works, according to SADF.

2022-12-05T05:07:11.810065+00:00 IST

'Clearer positioning of G20 on Ukraine war is thanks to India'

She made these remarks ahead of her trip to New Delhi against the backdrop of the global consequences of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. During her visit, she will be discussing cooperation on the transition to renewable energy and India's relationship with Russia and China.

2022-12-05T04:05:25.584647+00:00 IST

Emmanuel Macron exudes confidence as India assumes G20 Presidency

Emmanuel Macron stressed that he trusts his friend Prime Minister Narendra Modi to unite everyone to establish peace and a sustainable world.

2022-12-04T05:45:02.524388+00:00 IST

Russia's Wagner denies sending packages to Ukrainian embassies

And Yevgeny Prigozhin, the Russian oligarch and head of the Wagner mercenary group, said he had nothing to do with the packages and also said that Wagner Group would "never engage in boorish stupid antics."

2022-12-04T02:29:45.850135+00:00 IST

Russia refuses to accept EU's oil price cap

According to TASS Russian News Agency, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "We are assessing the situation. Certain preparations for such a cap were made. We won't accept the price cap and we will inform you how the work will be organized once the assessment is over."

2022-12-03T23:52:13.217140+00:00 IST

Indian-origin charity worker receives honour in United Kingdom

Mohan Mansigani was conferred the honour for charitable services to healthcare in Queen Elizabeth II's birthday honours list in 2021, according to St John Ambulance.

2022-12-03T17:20:46.606064+00:00 IST

WHO prepares plan to keep children safe online

With a specific focus on two forms of online violence: child sexual abuse including grooming and sexual image abuse; and cyber aggression and harassment in the form of cyberbullying, cyberstalking, hacking and identity theft, the report showcases strategies and best practices to better protect children.

2022-12-03T03:05:20.241834+00:00 IST

EU agrees to cap price of Russian seaborne oil at USD60

Taking to Twitter, the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen said, "The EU agreement on an oil price cap, coordinated with G7 and others, will reduce Russia's revenues significantly. It will help us stabilise global energy prices, benefitting emerging economies around the world."

2022-12-03T01:54:22.358952+00:00 IST

'India, UK ideally placed to meet challenges of digital world'

Hailing Bengaluru as the World's fastest-growing hub, he said that both India and United Kingdom believe in innovation as a force for good and to make Britain even more attractive in Tech Talent, the country is establishing its global tech development network in Bengaluru this year.

2022-12-01T07:39:51.664990+00:00 IST

France supports India on G20 presidency, UNSC chair

India will formally assume the G20 presidency starting today, thereby beginning a unique opportunity for the country to contribute to the global agenda on pressing issues of international importance. India also assumes the monthly rotating Presidency of the UNSC from today.

2022-12-01T02:53:08.459761+00:00 IST

Germany can learn a lot from India when it comes to digitisation

Philipp Ackermann stated that Germany will look closely and intensely at how India promoted digitisation.

2022-11-30T16:12:07.226637+00:00 IST

FATF re-rates China on money laundering, terror financing

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) re-rated China's progress made on money laundering and terror financing.

2022-11-30T15:04:57.577372+00:00 IST

Ukraine urges for faster deliveries of weapons amid war

The Foreign Minister of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba called for help during the ongoing meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Bucharest where he also stated that urgent help is required to restore its shattered power grid, Al Jazeera reported.

2022-11-29T22:40:07.426512+00:00 IST

EU adopts new legislation to strengthen cybersecurity

Amid increased cyberattacks, European Union has adopted the new revised Network and Information Systems directive (NIS2) to strengthen the EU's cybersecurity work. These new rules are part of wider actions to build the EU's resilience against physical and digital risks.

2022-11-29T18:10:24.878568+00:00 IST

UK removes China's firm CGN from construction of nuke power stn

The Sizewell decision has raised doubts about CGN's role in the construction of Hinkley Point in the UK's first new nuclear power plant in more than 20 years, Gulf Times reported.

2022-11-29T17:35:02.955860+00:00 IST

NSA Doval holds talks with visiting French Defence Minister

Particular emphasis was laid on R&D and manufacturing in line with requirements of future wars. Both sides could strategise jointly and identify priority areas for co-development in line with India's Make in India policy.

2022-11-29T08:19:17.420777+00:00 IST

Delivering a new FTA with India: Sunak

This comes as India and UK are engaged in FTA negotiations, which began in January this year, aiming to advance trade and investment relations between them. Both countries currently have a multi-dimensional strategic partnership and actively engage in bilateral trade.

2022-11-29T04:48:14.971020+00:00 IST

"So called golden era is over for UK, China" : Rishi Sunak

In his first major address on Foreign Policy, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday strongly asserted that the "golden era" between Britain and China is now over and that it is time to evolve the approach towards China as the country is posing a systemic challenge to UK's values.

2022-11-28T23:58:24.480337+00:00 IST

Irish regulator fines Meta 265 million euros over data breach

Ireland's data regulator on Monday slapped Facebook owner Meta with a 265-million-euro (USD 275 million) fine after details of more than half a billion users were leaked on a hacking website.

2022-11-28T14:41:20.169383+00:00 IST

French Defence Minister accorded the Guard of Honour in Delhi

Rajnath Singh will co-chair the 4th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue with the Minister of Armed Forces of the French Republic during his visit to India.

2022-11-28T09:28:09.048110+00:00 IST

Visiting French Minister lays wreath at National War Memorial

Rajnath Singh will co-chair the 4th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue with the Minister of Armed Forces of the French Republic during his visit to India.

2022-11-28T08:16:36.133395+00:00 IST