Europe

"Celebrating 50 years of our diplomatic relations," President

Murmu said that over the years, their relations have evolved into a multifaceted and dynamic partnership.

2025-04-07T16:35:15.637336+00:00 IST

"India is a key partner," says Portugal President de Sousa

During a joint statement in Lisbon, Portugal President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa underscored India's role in defending international law, multilateralism, and shared democratic values. Welcoming President Droupadi Murmu, he praised the strong Indian diaspora in Portugal and emphasised the future of bilateral cooperation across sectors including tech, culture, and renewables.

2025-04-07T16:32:47.571804+00:00 IST

EU offers 'zero-for-zero tariffs' for industrial goods to US

Von der Leyen said the European Union has offered the US zero-for-zero tariffs for industrial goods.

2025-04-07T16:18:06.477727+00:00 IST

Portugal: India key to multilateralism, global trade

During President Droupadi Murmu's state visit to Lisbon, Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa emphasised India's crucial role in upholding international law, multilateralism, and global economic stability.

2025-04-07T16:00:52.998046+00:00 IST

President Murmu recieved by Portugal President

Murmu was accorded a ceremonial welcome with the Guard of Honour.

2025-04-07T12:55:29.456832+00:00 IST

President Murmu receives Guard of Honour in Lisbon

President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa was also present in the occassion.

2025-04-07T11:40:50.531953+00:00 IST

Germany: Overseas Friends of BJP celebrate party's Foundation Day

The Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) in Munich, Germany, marked the party's Foundation Day with a grand celebration under the guidance of Vijay Chauthaiwale, the BJP Foreign Affairs In-charge.

2025-04-07T07:04:33.810913+00:00 IST

Pope makes first appearance at Vatican after leaving hospital

The 88-year-old pontiff greeted people at the Vatican and appeared to be in good spirits. He was seated in a wheelchair and appeared to be wearing what appeared to be a nasal cannula to aid his breathing.

2025-04-07T03:08:44.684724+00:00 IST

President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Portugal’s Lisbon

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Lisbon, Portugal late Sunday (local time), marking the beginning of her four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7 to 10.

2025-04-06T23:11:27.225419+00:00 IST

UK PM, European leaders call US tariff new era for global economy

Following US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff move, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer engaged in discussions with key international leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, with all the leaders saying that this marks a "new era for the global economy."

2025-04-06T19:50:55.747251+00:00 IST

UK Foreign Secy calls Israeli detention of MPs “unacceptable"

United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Saturday expressed concerns over the detention and refusal of entry of two British MPs on a parliamentary delegation to Israel, calling it "unacceptable" and "counterproductive."

2025-04-06T01:19:57.860530+00:00 IST

 UK: Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik awarded "The Fred Darrington"

Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has been awarded "The Fred Darrington" in the United Kingdom for his contributions to the art form.

2025-04-05T16:38:10.023520+00:00 IST

Former WUC chief joins protest in Norway marking Baren massacre

Former World Uyghur Congress(WUC) Chief Dolkun Isa has joined the protest in front of the Norwegian Parliament in Oslo to mark the 35th anniversary of the Baren Massacre.

2025-04-05T08:50:09.501655+00:00 IST

Activist condemns abuse of women in Pakistan

Anila Gulzar, a Pakistani human rights activist from the Christian minority, has condemned systemic violence and gender discrimination against women in Pakistan, highlighting issues ranging from honour killings and forced marriages to workplace harassment and weak legal enforcement.

2025-04-05T08:18:14.071009+00:00 IST

16 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday confirmed that the death toll from recent Russian strikes has reached 16 in Kryvyi Rih, including six children, while five others were killed in Kharkiv following a targeted drone attack.

2025-04-04T23:04:30.659948+00:00 IST

Cholera should not be killing anyone in 21st century: WHO

Philippe Barboza, cholera team lead at the World Health Organisation (WHO), said that this year already, 1,00,000 cholera cases and 1,300 deaths had been reported.

2025-04-04T21:51:21.299159+00:00 IST

PoJK activist condemns China’s aid to Myanmar

He highlighted that China's growing presence in Myanmar mirrors its strategy in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), where Beijing has been expanding its influence under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

2025-04-04T13:31:01.247821+00:00 IST

London-Mumbai flight with Indian passengers diverted to Turkiye

A Virgin Atlantic flight (VS358) that took off from London's Heathrow Airport to Mumbai on April 2 was diverted to Diyarbakir Airport in Turkey after a medical emergency on board.

2025-04-04T05:06:26.727963+00:00 IST

Canada announces 25% tariff on US vehicle imports

Following US President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs, Canada PM Mark Carmey said that the country will impose a 25% tariff on all US vehicle imports that do not comply with the free trade agreement.

2025-04-03T23:58:42.494772+00:00 IST

"Europe is prepared to respond," EU ramps up counters against US

The EU is "preparing for further countermeasures" to protect its interest, Von der Leyen said after US President Donald Trump announced a 20 per cent levies on European goods, urging the US to "move from confrontation to negotiation", as per Euro News.

2025-04-03T04:16:56.184020+00:00 IST

Austria taking preventive measures to counter risk of disease

Austria intends to close small border crossings with Slovakia due to the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in its neighbouring country, in order to limit the spread of the disease and protect livestock in Austria.

2025-04-02T22:00:06.889069+00:00 IST