Europe

EU countries agree to ban Russian energy imports from 2028

The Council confirmed that imports of Russian gas will be prohibited from January 2026, while maintaining a transition period for existing short term contracts from June 2026 whereas long-term contracts may run until January 1, 2028.

2025-10-21T09:19:44.933795+00:00 IST

Baloch National Movement stages protest in Germany

The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organised a demonstration in Hanover, Germany, to protest against Pakistan's ongoing military actions, drone strikes, and serious human rights violations occurring in Balochistan. Demonstrators held up banners and placards demanding justice for the victims and an immediate halt to the military aggression by the Punjabis, as stated in a release by BNM.

2025-10-21T08:52:47.072635+00:00 IST

European leaders back Trump's Ukraine ceasefire position

US President Trump had on Sunday told reporters late Russia and Ukraine should stop fighting and resolve the "details" over territory at future talks. He proposed that battlelines be frozen where they currently stand with Russia control the occupied territory. The current front line runs through the Donbas region, an industrial hub.

2025-10-21T08:52:26.785156+00:00 IST

Baloch diaspora protests outside 10 Downing Street

Members of the Baloch Diaspora in the United Kingdom staged a protest outside 10 Downing Street, London, condemning the ongoing military offensives by the Pakistani state in Balochistan, with a particular focus on the recent surge of violence in the Zehri region of Khuzdar district.

2025-10-21T08:21:26.579668+00:00 IST

Lavrov-Rubio hold "constructive" call ahead of Putin-Trump meet

a source familiar with the matter told CNN, though, that officials felt after the Rubio-Lavrov call that the Russian position has not evolved enough beyond its maximalist stance. According to the sources, Lavrov and Rubio disagreed on how to peacefully settle the Ukrainian conflict and for now, the source said, Rubio is not likely to recommend the Putin-Trump meeting move forward next week, but Rubio and Lavrov could speak again this week

2025-10-21T06:45:27.329368+00:00 IST

Nearly 1 lakh people visited exposition of holy relics of Lord Bu

Nearly 1 lakh devotees and visitors from Kalmykia and neighbouring provinces of Russia attended the weeklong exposition of the holy relics of Lord Buddha at the Golden Temple of Buddha Shakyamuni in Elista, Kalmykia, according to the Embassy of India in Russia.

2025-10-20T23:41:50.813222+00:00 IST

Wishing Hindus, Jains and Sikhs across Britain a joyful and peace

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday wished Hindus, Jains and Sikhs across Britain a joyful and peaceful Diwali. and called on everyone to "build a Britian where everyone can look ahead with hope"

2025-10-20T16:30:15.126800+00:00 IST

EU’s Ambassador to India hails European Council decision

Ambassador of the Delegation of European Union to India, Herve Delphin, on Monday said that 27 member-states are in support of a new EU-India comprehensive strategic agenda.

2025-10-20T14:11:29.115137+00:00 IST

EU to finalize sanctions package against Russia: Kaja Kallas

"No, it's not nice. I mean, to see that really a person put to the arrest ward by the ICC is coming to a European country. And again, you know, the question is whether there's any outcome out of this," Kallas said.

2025-10-20T11:00:01.232518+00:00 IST

"Right moment to end the war, time to pressure Russia": Zelenskyy

In a post on X on Monday, Zelenskyy said he had spoken with French President Emmanuel Macron about the latest developments and ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at securing peace.

2025-10-20T09:11:25.648530+00:00 IST

Delhi High Court judge Justice Prathiba Singh appointed chair of

India at the United Nations in Geneva called Justice Singh's appointment a "proud moment for India" as she will lead a group of international judges at WIPO.

2025-10-20T03:54:50.064190+00:00 IST

Paris: Louvre Museum jewellery stolen, no injuries reported

Thieves stole jewellery from the Louvre Museum in Paris on Sunday, arriving on a scooter with chainsaws and using a goods lift. French Culture Minister Rachida Dati confirmed the break-in, saying "No injuries reported." The museum closed for the day "for exceptional reasons."

2025-10-19T11:24:40.220901+00:00 IST

TRENDS symposium analyses role of AI in regulatory systems

TRENDS Research and Advisory, through its virtual office in Germany, hosted a symposium titled "The Role of AI in Security: Balancing Technological Limits and Human Responsibility" on the sidelines of its participation at the 77th Frankfurt International Book Fair 2025.

2025-10-19T08:56:56.475707+00:00 IST

Portugal approves bill banning face veils

The bill was proposed by the far-right Chega party, and received support from the centre-right PSD, Liberal Initiative and CDS-PP. Left-leaning lawmakers, including from the PS, Livre, PCP and Bloco de Esquerda parties voted against the initiative, as per EuroNews.

2025-10-19T06:48:38.877911+00:00 IST

20 nations press on EU to send back 'illegal' Afghan nationals

In a letter addressed to Magnus Brunner, the Commissioner of Internal Affairs and Migration, twenty European countries have come together to pressure the European Commission to find ways to send back Afghan nationals who are living illegally in Europe, either voluntarily or by force, according to Belgian minister for Asylum and Migration Anneleen Van Bossuyt on Saturday.

2025-10-19T05:50:30.766775+00:00 IST

Prince Andrew renounces royal titles after strings of scandals

Prince Andrew on Friday (local time) stated that he would no longer use his royal titles, including Duke of York, following discussions with King Charles, according to a statement issued.

2025-10-17T23:10:56.259915+00:00 IST

UN report raises alarm over China’s human rights violations

According to the report, the UN has expressed concern over China's cross-border operations targeting dissidents, human rights defenders, and members of ethnic and religious minorities abroad. These activities reportedly include harassment, surveillance, intimidation, and forced returns, often carried out in cooperation with foreign authorities or through informal networks.

2025-10-17T15:28:59.010610+00:00 IST

European parliament confronts China on Tibet, human rights abuses

According to CTA, European lawmakers strongly criticised China for its continued repression in Tibet and other regions under its control.

2025-10-17T14:48:26.322508+00:00 IST

Indian Firms look to localise pharma production in Russia

The Russian market is attracting growing interest from Indian pharmaceutical companies exploring opportunities to establish production facilities across various regions of the country. This was announced by Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department for External Economic and International Relations, Sergey Cheremin, during the "TIME: Russia-India. Mutual Efficiency" forum.

2025-10-17T06:50:40.319893+00:00 IST

EU Chief welcomes agreement on EUR 1.5 billion for European Defence Industry Programme

European Union Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed on Friday the agreement on European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP), which will see EUR1.5 billion towards strengthening European defence industry and supporting Ukraine.

2025-10-17T05:29:48.093243+00:00 IST

WHO issues global alert over 3 adultrated cough syrups

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a medical product alert after three contaminated oral liquid medicines (cough syrups) were identified in India. The medicines, commonly used to treat cold, flu, and cough symptoms, have been linked to cases of severe illness and child fatalities.

2025-10-14T09:48:24.198722+00:00 IST