Europe

BRICS crucial for greater Eurasian partnership: Lavrov

Lavrov highlighted India's focus on food and energy security, as well as digital and ICT safeguards. He welcomed India's initiative to host an upcoming artificial intelligence summit, emphasising the need to establish international norms for AI, particularly in security and military contexts. While transparency is necessary, BRICS nations will resist any curbs on their sovereignty.

2026-02-10T11:05:24.523389+00:00 IST

"US trying to ban India from buying Russian energy": Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov took a dig at the United States in an interview with TV BRICS and said that there are efforts to ban India and other partners from purchasing Russian oil, Sputnik reported on Monday.

2026-02-10T05:00:20.916956+00:00 IST

US, UK condemn 20-year imprisonment sentence to Jimmy Lai

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper issued condemned the imprisonment of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai and urged for him to be released on humanitarian grounds in their remarks.

2026-02-10T04:06:21.136695+00:00 IST

BNM protests in Germany, flags alleged human rights violations

The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organised a protest demonstration at Porta Nigra Square in the German city of Trier to highlight what it described as systematic and serious human rights violations in Balochistan, according to a post shared by BNM on X.

2026-02-09T06:07:46.348229+00:00 IST

PTM accuses Pakistan of enforced disappearances

The Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) UK chapter has strongly accused Pakistan of violating international human rights obligations, alleging that the country's military continues to suppress Pashtun human rights defenders through enforced disappearances and arbitrary detention, as cited by PTM's post on X.

2026-02-09T04:44:04.398414+00:00 IST

UN chief condemns escalating violence in South Sudan

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres condemned the escalating violence in South Sudan and gave a call to all parties to immediately and decisively halt all military operations, de-escalate tensions through dialogue.

2026-02-09T02:51:44.923152+00:00 IST

Pope Leo XIV expresses sorrow on Nigeria attacks

Through an X post, Pope Leo XIV said, "It is with sorrow and concern that I learned of the recent attacks against various communities in Nigeria, leading to a heavy loss of life...."

2026-02-08T19:29:41.108028+00:00 IST

UKPNP raises alarm over military takeover of aviation ground

Maqsood alleged that walls are being erected around the ground, indicating a gradual takeover by the Pakistani military. Drawing a historical parallel, he said, occupying forces often justify such actions in the name of public welfare and development, while dissenting voices are either silenced or co-opted.

2026-02-08T13:20:58.957765+00:00 IST

Anti-Olympics protest in Milan turns violent

According to CNN, thousands of protesters marched through Milan earlier in the day to oppose the 2026 Winter Olympics, citing environmental concerns about construction projects and what they described as the economic and social costs of hosting the Games.

2026-02-08T00:03:18.441344+00:00 IST

US wants Ukraine-Russia peace deal by June: Zelenskyy

Speaking to reporters on Friday, Zelensky said the United States has proposed a clear timeline for negotiations and "they say they want to get everything done by June." He added that Washington aims to ensure both sides adhere to the proposed schedule, indicating that the Trump administration would likely put pressure on Ukraine and Russia if the deadline is not met.

2026-02-07T19:25:34.493149+00:00 IST

Ambassador to Azerbaijan Abhay Kumar interacts with Indians

The Indian community in Azerbaijan is a vibrant mix of professionals working with international companies, businessmen engaged in commodities trading, catering, restaurant and other business. The community of around a thousand also includes around 350 Indian students studying in Azerbaijani colleges and universities.

2026-02-07T15:58:24.267871+00:00 IST

BNM says sacrifices of martyred leaders remain foundation of Balo

Dil Murad Baloch, Secretary General of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), said that the vacuum created in the Baloch national movement by the martyrdom of Dr Manan Baloch, Babu Nauroz Baloch, Shaheed Ashraf Baloch, Hanif Baloch and Sajid Baloch is impossible to fill, describing their sacrifices as an enduring and luminous chapter in Baloch history, according to a post shared by the BNM on X.

2026-02-07T12:44:05.060310+00:00 IST

EU, India hold talks on association with Horizon Europe

If the new "Association" agreement is finalised, the landscape changes fundamentally. Indian institutions would receive grants directly from the European Commission, Indian scientists could lead and coordinate massive international research consortia and India would participate in the program on the same terms as EU Member States, in exchange for a fair financial contribution to the program's budget.

2026-02-07T11:52:24.469189+00:00 IST

Polish PM rebukes US envoy in fiery Trump Nobel spat

Polish Speaker Czarzasty refused to support Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination, calling him undeserving. US Ambassador Rose criticised him sharply online, prompting PM Tusk to urge mutual respect among allies.

2026-02-06T03:50:27.786998+00:00 IST

Meloni’s face removed from Rome church fresco amid controversy

The fresco, located in the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Lucina, a historic church near the Italian parliament, had been undergoing restoration after water damage when parishioners and visitors noticed that one of the angelic figures appeared to look unusually contemporary. Photos published by local media showed the face of the cherub with features many observers said echoed those of Meloni, Italy's first female prime minister.

2026-02-06T02:53:30.460302+00:00 IST

Lithuania's F. Secretary describes EU-India FTA as 'landmark'

Speaking to ANI, Talat-Kelpsa said Lithuania was keen to conclude the agreement early. "This is a landmark achievement by both sides....

2026-02-06T00:15:07.978921+00:00 IST

Stepson of Norway’s crown prince goes on trial in Oslo

Hoiby, who has no official royal title or duties, pleaded not guilty to four counts of rape and one count of domestic violence as proceedings began, though he has admitted guilt on several lesser offences.

2026-02-05T23:16:00.470035+00:00 IST

India-US push for secure critical minerals supply gains

On 'Critical Minerals Ministerial' meet, MacLeod said that the US is engaged with several nations to ensure a smooth, resilient and trusted supply chain.

2026-02-05T22:09:08.378871+00:00 IST

UN Chief urges Russia, US to return to the negotiating table

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres issued a statement as the Treaty on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms (New START) Treaty is set to expire. He called for Russia and United States to return to the negotiating table and agree upon a successor framework that restores verifiable limits, reduces risks, and strengthens the common security.

2026-02-05T20:26:21.443239+00:00 IST

Greece migrant boat collision off Chios leaves at least 15 dead

The Hellenic Coast Guard said the collision happened as a patrol boat detected the migrant-filled speedboat heading toward the coast near Mersinidi, several miles from the Turkish shore. According to the official statement, "one of its patrol boats spotted a dinghy travelling toward Chios late Tuesday without navigation lights" and issued sound and visual signals for it to stop. The coast guard added that instead of complying, the smaller vessel reversed course and "collided with the starboard side of the Coast Guard patrol boat," causing the overloaded boat to capsize and sink.

2026-02-05T20:17:27.647206+00:00 IST

WUC marks 29th Anniversary of Ghulja massacre

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) on Wednesday commemorated the 29th anniversary of the Ghulja Massacre, recalling what it described as a violent crackdown by Chinese security forces on peaceful Uyghur protesters in East Turkistan, according to a press release issued by the organisation.

2026-02-05T13:28:17.728596+00:00 IST