Europe

Sand, dust storms affect 330 million worldwide: UN

A recent report by the United Nations' World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has revealed that sand and dust storms, intensified by climate change, are causing serious health and environmental issues, affecting over 330 million people across 150 countries, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-07-13T06:56:37.033397+00:00 IST

Ukraine to hold talks with US next week as military aid resumes

In an address on Friday, Zelenskyy emphasised the restoration of military aid shipments and the upcoming military-level discussions with the US, noting that the Assistant to the US President and Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine, General Keith Kellogg, will be here in Kyiv for the discussions.

2025-07-13T03:32:51.142768+00:00 IST

Spain issues red alert for heavy rain in Catalonia

Spanish authorities on Saturday issued the highest-level red alert for much of the northeastern region of Catalonia in anticipation of heavy rainfall, prompting the national railway operator to suspend train services in the area.

2025-07-13T00:52:09.844968+00:00 IST

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri concludes visit to Iceland

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri concluded a very "fruitful and productive" visit to Iceland, highlighting the shared spirit of innovation and positive energy between the two nations.

2025-07-12T20:25:52.941626+00:00 IST

Former pilot points to chip malfunction, not pilot error

A report released by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau following the fatal crash of Air India flight AI171 indicated a chip malfunction as a cause of the crash, a former pilot told Reuters on Saturday.

2025-07-12T19:15:04.726317+00:00 IST

“Aid shipments have been restored”: Ukrainian Prez Zelensky

Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed that U.S. weapons shipments have resumed after a brief pause. He said Ukraine expects more aid from Europe too. The pause reportedly followed a Pentagon decision, but Trump has now pledged renewed support. Russia continues to demand a halt to foreign military aid.

2025-07-12T18:05:09.428693+00:00 IST

Russian astronomers observe 17 solar flares

The Space Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Solar Physics have captured footage showing intense solar flare activity, coinciding with heat waves sweeping across various regions around the world.

2025-07-12T18:02:22.360027+00:00 IST

Germany may hand Afghan Consulate to “Taliban” for deportations

Germany's Interior Minister said the Afghan consulate in Berlin should be handed to the Taliban to enable deportations of criminal Afghan refugees. The Taliban said returns must be voluntary and financially supported. No deportations can happen without an agreement, Tolo News reported.

2025-07-12T14:27:10.702980+00:00 IST

JSMM chief Shafi Burfat slams UN for 'legitimising a fascist stat

Chairman of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), Shafi Burfat, has issued a statement denouncing the Pakistani military establishment, calling it "the most dangerous force of fascism and brutality in South Asia" and a "mercenary army serving imperial interests under the guise of Islamic nationalism".

2025-07-12T07:46:10.063669+00:00 IST

UK MP condemns violence against Bangladesh minorities

UK MP Bob Blackman urged the government to pressure Bangladesh to protect Hindu, Christian, Buddhist, and Ahmadiyya minorities following attacks on Rath Yatra celebrations. He also criticised the delay in announcing election dates and called for a Foreign Office statement on safeguarding minorities and supporting democracy in Bangladesh.

2025-07-11T16:43:09.020217+00:00 IST

Poland warns of shutting major NATO arms route to Ukraine

Polish President Andrzej Duda warned that Poland may shut down a key NATO aid hub to Ukraine, accusing Kiev and NATO of treating Polish infrastructure as their own. He called the situation a "scandal" and demanded more respect and inclusion in decision-making, RT reported.

2025-07-11T13:29:44.377517+00:00 IST

US tariffs ‘will not radically change picture’: Ryabkov

Russia will not change its course if the US imposes 500% secondary tariffs, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said. He noted over 30,000 sanctions have already been imposed, and President Putin claimed the sanctions hurt the West more than Russia, RT reported.

2025-07-11T12:31:48.839883+00:00 IST

UK's aid to boost Ukraine's defence growth

UK and Ukraine concluded the historic deal for Thales Air Defence missiles, boosting British growth and jobs and keeping Ukraine in the fight, as per the statement.

2025-07-11T06:43:51.874821+00:00 IST

Russia: Bharat Utsav celebrates India’s rich heritage, culture

The Bharat Utsav, a festival celebrating India's rich culture, heritage, and tradition, has begun in Russia and is bringing to Moscow artists from across India, as stated by the Russian Embassy in India.

2025-07-10T17:16:42.727990+00:00 IST

World requires more energy in decades to come: OPEC Sec Gen

Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary-General of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), has affirmed that the world will need more energy in the coming decade and stressed the need to ensure oil supplies are delivered in a stable and secure manner.

2025-07-10T17:15:48.723275+00:00 IST

Indian colours bring vibrance as Bharat Utsav commences in Russia

Organised in collaboration with the Moscow Government and the Embassy of India in Russia, Bharat Utsav celebrates India's rich heritage, allowing attendees to experience its vibrant traditions first-hand.

2025-07-10T14:39:05.390689+00:00 IST

Seven people were detained in Armenia on suspicion of terrorism

Seven more people were detained in Armenia on suspicion of terrorism. This was reported on July 10 in the press service of the Republican Investigative Committee (IC).

2025-07-10T09:40:24.436781+00:00 IST

Dalai Lama's 90th birthday brings together German and Tibetan Com

Over 1,000 Tibetans and friends of Tibet gathered in Frankfurt on July 6 to mark the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama with a grand celebration, as reported by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA). The event was held in the gracious presence of the chief guest, Michael Brand, a Member of the German Bundestag, and special guests, including Prof. Dr HC Roland Koch, former Minister-President of Hesse, and Phuntsok Topgyal, UN Advocacy Officer from the Tibetan Bureau in Geneva.

2025-07-10T08:28:12.572938+00:00 IST

Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine with 741 aerial weapons

Russia has launched a large-scale overnight attack on Ukraine's capital of Kyiv and its surrounding region, deploying 741 aerial weapons, including 728 drones, seven Iskander-K cruise missiles, and six Kinzhal missiles, marking one of the largest attacks since the conflict began in 2022.

2025-07-10T07:03:40.899291+00:00 IST

India's envoy UK highlights efforts to improve logistics infra

India is creating new infrastructure, which makes the "efficient movement of goods from ports and within the country a priority," said India's High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, highlighting the country's development of its logistics infrastructure

2025-07-09T18:13:33.658772+00:00 IST

"Europe's security can't be without Russian participation"

Maria Zakharova, official from Russia's foreign ministry stated on Wednesday that Europe's security cannot be ensured without Russia's participation, as reported by Izvestia.

2025-07-09T11:11:52.978883+00:00 IST