Europe

Putin calls for effective path to peace after Trump's call

The Russian President expressed optimism about the resumption of direct talks between Russia and Ukraine, describing them as a step in the right direction toward eliminating the root causes of the conflict.

2025-05-19T20:08:03.861268+00:00 IST

India gets WHO trachoma certificate

India received the WHO Certificate of Elimination of Trachoma as a Public Health Problem at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva. The recognition affirms India's commitment to disease elimination, preventive healthcare, and global health leadership.

2025-05-19T13:50:23.522936+00:00 IST

UN raises concerns over Maldives' judicial independence

The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) stated in a press release on Monday, "The dismissal by the Maldives Parliament of two Supreme Court justices raises serious concerns about respect for the independence of the judiciary."

2025-05-19T11:58:08.104196+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar engages with strategic experts in Netherlands

Sharing a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, "A good exchange of views with strategic experts in the Hague this morning. Discussed why India and the Netherlands/EU should engage more deeply in an era of multi-polarity and strategic autonomy."

2025-05-19T10:34:19.613948+00:00 IST

50% of mosques in Pakistan serve as terror fronts: PoJK activist

Professor Sajjad Raja, Chairman of the National Equality Party for Jammu Kashmir Gilgit Baltistan and Ladakh (NEP JKGBL), revealed the harsh realities of life in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and highlighted Pakistan's ongoing support for terrorism.

2025-05-19T10:27:22.063175+00:00 IST

UK High Court denies Nirav Modi’s bail plea

The UK High Court has rejected Nirav Modi's 10th bail application in the USD 1 billion Punjab National Bank fraud case. Indian authorities, including the ED and CBI, submitted strong arguments leading to the dismissal. Modi remains in UK custody as extradition proceedings continue.

2025-05-19T09:08:44.405556+00:00 IST

India sends delegation to 78th World Health Assembly

Reaffirming its commitment towards global health cooperation, India has sent a delegation to participate in the 78th World Health Assembly commencing in Geneva, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), shared on Monday.

2025-05-19T08:49:48.719976+00:00 IST

Wearable device simulating CT scans enables organ monitoring

Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind wearable device capable of continuously scanning the lungs and heart of hospital patients while they rest in bed, offering a revolutionary alternative to CT scans.

2025-05-19T07:00:58.120879+00:00 IST

Desperate provocation: India on Pak nationals protest in Portugal

The pictures shared by the embassy show posters on the Indian Chancery building with the message, "Operation Sindoor is not over."

2025-05-19T04:57:18.652128+00:00 IST

France immerses in spirit of Holi, around 20,000 people join in

France celebrated the festival of Holi with fervor and enthusiasm as around 20,000 people joined in the festivities, the Embassy of India in France shared on Monday.

2025-05-19T04:14:26.093083+00:00 IST

Rome: US Vice President Vance meets Zelenskyy

According to a statement from the Office of the Vice President, the focus of the meeting was on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with discussions centred on their shared objective of halting the bloodshed in Ukraine.

2025-05-18T20:25:19.603042+00:00 IST

Sharjah hosts inaugural 2025 WTCA Middle East Members Conference

The Conference aimed to strengthen strategic cooperation, exchange expertise and best practices, and discuss ways to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies to optimize WTCA's operations and elevate its performance. Discussions also focused on empowering WTCA Members to serve as catalysts for business growth, innovation, and cross-border partnerships.

2025-05-18T17:47:53.247085+00:00 IST

Rajya Sabha Dy Chair attends inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV

Harivansh extended best wishes on behalf of the people of India, as per a statement by the Office of Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha said.

2025-05-18T13:19:18.627723+00:00 IST

German commissioner urges China to free 11th Panchen Lama

German Commissioner for Freedom of Religion or Belief, Frank Schwabe, has urged the Chinese Government to free the 11th Panchen Lama, Jetsun Tenzin Gedhun Yeshi Trinley Phuntsok Pal Sangpo, also known as Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, and to cease its interference with the religious practices of Tibetan Buddhism, including the reincarnation of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, as reported by the Central Tibet Administration (CTA).

2025-05-18T06:25:55.312164+00:00 IST

World Health Assembly to address health challenges

The 78th session of the World Health Assembly (WHA78) will convene from May 19-27 in Geneva.

2025-05-18T05:59:49.374101+00:00 IST

"Path to resolving crisis in Ukraine": Grigory Karasin

The talks, held on May 16, marked the first face-to-face meeting between Russian and Ukrainian delegations in three years, opening the door to potential resolutions on sensitive issues despite the ongoing conflict.

2025-05-17T22:41:21.159343+00:00 IST

ITU marks 160 years of connecting world

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) marked its 160th anniversary on World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, celebrating decades of connecting the world through innovation, cooperation, and standard-setting. ITU also emphasised bridging the digital gender gap to ensure inclusive global connectivity.

2025-05-17T17:46:19.477277+00:00 IST

SALA showcases Sharjah’s initiatives to promote Arabic in West

The session highlighted Sharjah's scientific and cultural initiatives to enrich Arabic studies and research at international universities

2025-05-17T17:06:05.451927+00:00 IST

Swiss MPs demand release of Panchen Lama

Swiss lawmakers from the Swiss Parliamentary Group for Tibet have urged China to immediately release the 11th Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, and condemned his 30-year enforced disappearance. In a strongly worded joint statement, they criticised China's interference in Tibetan religious succession and called it a violation of fundamental religious freedoms.

2025-05-17T10:59:18.364608+00:00 IST

Ukraine says 9 people killed, 4 others injured in Russian strike

In a statement shared on the Telegram messaging app, the Sumy regional administration said, "This is another war crime by Russia -- a deliberate strike on civilian transport that posed no threat."

2025-05-17T08:45:05.638181+00:00 IST

Over 230 firefighters battle fire at German scrap metal yard

More than 230 firefighters were battling a large fire at a scrap metal yard near Oldenburg in north-western Germany on Saturday, according to the fire brigade.

2025-05-17T08:21:23.520496+00:00 IST