Europe

Germany: Indian Embassy celebrates 150 years of Vande Mataram

The Indian Embassy in Germany held a celebration on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram along with the Tagore Centre and saw diaspora members join in and pay tribute to the song.

2025-11-08T23:53:36.901148+00:00 IST

WHO Chief gives call to prioritise health in climate decisions

World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus thanked Brazil for hosting the COP30 and called on leaders at the summit to put health at the centre of climate decisions, recognising health as a measure of climate ambition and success.

2025-11-08T19:50:48.505658+00:00 IST

1,400 Africans fighting for Russia in Ukraine, says Ukrainian FM

Over 1,400 Africans are reportedly fighting for Russia in Ukraine, with many sent on deadly missions. Ukrainian officials warn governments to caution citizens, citing contracts as "equivalent to ... a death sentence." Several African nations, including South Africa and Kenya, are investigating cases of their nationals being recruited.

2025-11-08T16:30:41.338402+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy confirms rescue operations in Dnipro after Russia strik

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Russia launched over 450 drones and 45 missiles, hitting multiple regions including Dnipro, Kharkiv, Kyiv, and Odesa. At least one person was killed and several injured. He urged stronger international sanctions on Russia, targeting energy, military, and financial resources to protect civilians and infrastructure.

2025-11-08T15:21:03.780447+00:00 IST

Belgium airport cancels flights after drone sighting

According to EuroNews, the airport operator said about 400-500 travellers spent the night at Brussels Airport after 41 flights were cancelled and 24 were diverted to other airports. Beds, water and snacks were arranged to keep passengers comfortable.

2025-11-06T08:42:36.083603+00:00 IST

India, Portugal discuss trade and economic cooperation

India and Portugal held the fifth Foreign Office Consultations, discussing cooperation across a range of areas, including defence and security, renewable energy, agriculture, science and technology, tourism, and education.

2025-11-05T16:30:15.549832+00:00 IST

Macron lauds Ariane 6's launch carrying Copernicus Sentinel-1D

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday hailed the successful launch of Europe's heavy-lift rocket Ariane 6 carrying the Copernicus Sentinel-1D Earth observation satellite as a moment of "French and European pride", celebrating the mission's role in advancing environmental monitoring and planetary protection.

2025-11-05T14:39:53.192976+00:00 IST

India continues to buy “huge quantities of Russian feedstock”

"If we look at October statistics, India continues buying huge quantities of Russian feedstock. Approximately at the same level as lately, about 1.75 million barrels per day," the envoy said as per the official TASS news outlet.

2025-11-05T08:35:19.529410+00:00 IST

Indian envoy meets Belarus President, pushes stronger trade

Indian Ambassador to Belarus, Ashok Kumar, met Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on Tuesday at the Palace of Independence in Minsk.

2025-11-04T22:44:34.168811+00:00 IST

Third India-Belgium Foreign Office Consultations takes place

The third round of the India-Belgium Foreign Office Consultations was held on Tuesday in Brussels, and was co-chaired by Sibi George, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), and Theodora Gentzis, President of the Board, Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs of Belgium, the MEA said in an official statement.

2025-11-04T20:11:02.901340+00:00 IST

FATF unveils new guidance to boost global asset recovery

The FATF has released new global guidance to strengthen efforts to recover criminal assets. It highlights best practices, real-world examples, and tools to help countries confiscate illicit funds, support victims, and deter crime, reinforcing that "crime will not pay."

2025-11-04T16:53:56.734121+00:00 IST

UK MPs raise concerns over human rights violations in Balochistan

Members of the UK Parliament have submitted an Early Day Motion (EDM) expressing deep concern over recent credible reports of serious human rights abuses in Balochistan.

2025-11-04T11:22:52.184468+00:00 IST

UKPNP slams move to merge PoJK, PoGB into Pakistan

UKPNP spokesperson Sardar Nasir Aziz Khan opposed any move to merge Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) or Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan (PoGB) into Pakistan, calling it illegal. He urged unity among Kashmiris against "occupation and injustice" and appealed to the UN to ensure freedom for PoJK residents under Pakistan's control since 1947.

2025-11-04T09:34:23.929279+00:00 IST

India, Portugal hold 5th round of Foreign Office Consultations

The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, shared details of the meeting on X (formerly Twitter), noting that both sides had an "in-depth review" of bilateral relations and exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

2025-11-03T22:23:36.077036+00:00 IST

WHO issues guidance to address drastic global health financing cu

The new guidance, called "Responding to the health financing emergency: immediate measures and longer-term shifts", provides a suite of policy options for countries to cope with the sudden financing shocks and bolster efforts to mobilise and implement sufficient and sustainable financing for national health systems.

2025-11-03T17:46:05.571112+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s army exposed as a corrupt mercenary mafia betraying al

The chairman of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), Shafi Burfat, has accused the Pakistan Army of functioning as a "mercenary mafia" that sells its loyalty to the highest bidder, undermining both global trust and national integrity. Burfat alleged that for decades, the military establishment has prioritised financial rewards over ideology, morality, or genuine national interest.

2025-11-03T13:20:47.398324+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy says Russia striking civilians, energy sites

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia launched fresh attacks across several regions, killing and injuring civilians and targeting energy infrastructure. He thanked first responders and international partners supporting Ukraine's energy sector, saying Moscow aimed to inflict harm on Ukrainians.

2025-11-02T18:11:23.758058+00:00 IST

Christine Lagarde thanks TIME100 Climate for recognition

"I am deeply grateful to be recognised on the third annual #TIME100Climate list," Lagarde, who has been heading the ECB since 2019, wrote in a post on X.

2025-11-02T16:39:01.314379+00:00 IST

King Charles “shocked” by “dreadful” Cambridgeshire train attack

King Charles said he and Queen Camilla were "appalled and shocked" by the knife attack on a Cambridgeshire train, offering sympathy to victims and gratitude to emergency services for their swift response.

2025-11-02T12:18:45.404708+00:00 IST

UK: 10 injured, 9 critical in Cambridgeshire train stabbing

According to a statement by the BTP, the incident that occurred on Saturday evening prompted a major incident declaration, with two suspects being arrested, and Counter Terrorism Policing units supporting the investigation.

2025-11-02T03:11:17.524972+00:00 IST

Centrist D66 clinch close win Netherland election

The centrist D66 party has won the closely fought Dutch general election, according to the projections, which indicated that Geert Wilders' Freedom Party (PVV) are not able to bridge the narrow vote gap, France 24 reported, citing local news agency ANP.

2025-11-01T00:12:46.820375+00:00 IST