Europe

"Visit very good, Germany condemned terrorism": Ravi Shankar Pras

Following an interaction at a community event in Berlin, Prasad highlighted the enthusiasm of the Indian diaspora inspired by India's growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and emphasised that the delegation's concerns were heard across six countries, with their mission to expose Pakistan-sponsored terrorism gaining traction.

2025-06-07T13:48:55.571516+00:00 IST

India’s Ambassador to Germany hails all-party delegation visit

India's Ambassador to Germany, Ajit Gupte, expressed strong optimism regarding the visit of an all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, calling it a significant step in strengthening ties between the two countries.

2025-06-07T13:37:24.243049+00:00 IST

"Pak Generals want conflict, terrorists are their tools": Ravi Shankar Prasad in Berlin

BJP MP and leader of the all-party delegation Ravi Shankar Prasad on Saturday sharply criticised Pakistan's military establishment, asserting that its Generals orchestrate conflicts to remain relevant, using terrorists as tools to destabilise India.

2025-06-07T13:28:32.066232+00:00 IST

Eid has no meaning amid state repression, says PoJK Activist

As millions prepare to mark Eid with joy and tradition, Amjad Ayub Mirza, a leading activist from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), has declared the occasion hollow for those living under state repression in Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Balochistan.

2025-06-07T12:12:04.955475+00:00 IST

Germans agreed India's military response was necessary: MJ Akbar

"The Germans so far have shown the greatest amount of sympathy but equally important the understanding of the tragedy and the anguish the Indian people have faced," Akbar told ANI on Friday.

2025-06-07T03:22:28.753183+00:00 IST

Russia targets “almost all” of Ukraine,  fires 400 drones

Russia launched a massive strike on Ukraine, firing over 400 drones and 40 missiles across the country, killing at least six people and injuring dozens more, CNN reported, citing a Ukrainian official's statement.

2025-06-06T23:18:54.650122+00:00 IST

"Terrorism is heinous crime, must be condemned by everybody": Former German envoy Bernd Mützelburg

Former Ambassador of Germany to India Bernd Mützelburg said that terrorism is a heinous crime and must be condemned by everybody and stressed that there can be no excuse for committing terrorism against the civilian population. His remarks came as an all-party delegation led by BJP Ravi Shankar Prasad arrived in Germany to explain India's position in the wake of the operation Sindoor and refocus attention on terrorism.

2025-06-06T21:34:55.303562+00:00 IST

"When I saw the name Pahalgam, it really hit me hard"

Former German Ambassador to India Thomas Matussek has called for strengthening ties with India, emphasising the need for Germany to mend its relationships and deepen strategic cooperation with the country.

2025-06-06T21:00:16.544039+00:00 IST

“Terrorism not going to pay you any dividends”: Former Deputy NSA

Speaking to ANI, Former Deputy NSA said, "If I have to name any country in Europe with whom our relationship is really on an ascendant, it is Germany. The Germans understand it, we understand it, and there have been a series of interactions at the government level after 22nd April...Their public statements were quick and positive, so the German relationship is emerging as one of the critical relationships for India."

2025-06-06T18:06:46.823663+00:00 IST

"Very open, good interaction": Germany's Konrad Adenauer Stiftung

He positively interacted with an all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, discussing topics including the Pahalgam terror attack and potential cooperation between India and Germany.

2025-06-06T17:24:20.869801+00:00 IST

We understand why India took action: Jurgen Hardt on Pahalgam

An Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad held high-level meetings in Berlin with members of the German Bundestag and leading think tanks. German MP Jurgen Hardt strongly condemned terrorism emanating from Pakistan, referencing the Pahalgam attack, while German leaders and Indian delegates reaffirmed a shared commitment to peace, diplomacy, and strategic partnership.

2025-06-06T14:49:22.806256+00:00 IST

"India is most affected by terror...": German parliamentarian

German Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Armin Laschet met with an Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation in Berlin, condemning the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and reaffirming Germany's solidarity with India in the fight against terrorism. Emphasising shared democratic values and the importance of peace, Laschet underscored the need for the current truce to hold and for dialogue to continue in the region.

2025-06-06T14:23:02.244202+00:00 IST

WHO DG holds talks with PM's Secy on partnership

Ghebreyesus thanked Mishra for India's leadership on the Pandemic Accord adoption, and support of increased assessed contributions to WHO's work to advance health for all.

2025-06-06T09:43:41.291460+00:00 IST

Radicalism, illegal immigration biggest threat: Samik Bhattarchya

"The threat facing the whole world is radicalism, illegal immigration, which is happening in India because of Bangladesh...What is happening in India today can happen in Europe tomorrow. If European Union is looking at itself as a multicultural society and acting, they should also understand that India also has a multicultural society and what is Bangladesh doing?" Bhattacharya told ANI on Wednesday.

2025-06-06T04:59:50.886105+00:00 IST

Arjun Meghwal plants tree under 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' initiative

The event was organised and hosted by Overseas Friends of BJP UK (OFBJP UK) as part of their continued community engagement and cultural efforts.

2025-06-06T01:06:24.120315+00:00 IST

All-party delegation led by Ravi Shankar Prasad arrives in Berlin

India's Ambassador to Germany, Ajit Gupte, welcomed the nine-member delegation, in Berlin.

2025-06-05T23:28:22.835932+00:00 IST

"Generals of Pak run country with help of military terrorist"

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, who is leading an all-party delegation to key global capitals to refocus attention on terrorism following operation Sindoor, said they raised strong concerns about terrorism during their visit to Brussels and generals of Pakistan "run that country with the help of a military terrorist coalition", which is a "threat" to democracy and humanity.

2025-06-05T21:04:12.216948+00:00 IST

India participates in G20 DRR Working Group Roundtable

During the meeting, Mishra discussed G20's unique role in advancing global disaster risk reduction by combining economic capacity with development imperatives.

2025-06-05T19:02:57.094343+00:00 IST

“Highly successful visit of all-party delegation": Indian envoy

India's Ambassador to Belgium, Saurabh Kumar, said the all-party delegation's visit to Belgium was very successful. In just one and a half days, the delegation held over 10 meetings with leaders from the European Union and Belgium.

2025-06-05T17:59:21.397062+00:00 IST

"India-US bilateral trade agreement negotiations resume in Delhi"

The next round of negotiations for the India-United States Bilateral Trade Agreement commenced in Delhi, with US trade team officials in the capital engaging in crucial discussions aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

2025-06-05T17:44:27.539146+00:00 IST

India accelerates EU trade deal push with three high-level meetin

India is fast-tracking negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement with the European Union, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal holding three crucial meetings with EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic within just 35 days.

2025-06-05T16:08:27.590793+00:00 IST