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WEF 2026: Philips keen to partner with Telangana on AI space

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led 'Telangana Rising' delegation on Tuesday met the global leadership of renowned health tech company Royal Philips at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.

2026-01-20T15:07:34.982716+00:00 IST

WEF 2026: Google keen to partner with Telangana

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led 'Telangana Rising' delegation held a comprehensive discussion on finding solutions to solve the issue of climate change, its impact on agriculture, as well as the adverse effects of pollution on urban areas.

2026-01-20T14:56:24.304735+00:00 IST

NATO alliance “very safe, sound” under Trump: Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated NATO is "safe" and urged Europe to pay more for defence. He later rejected a "false choice" between Greenland and NATO, saying both matter for US security. Bessent said the US will stay in NATO as Trump pressures allies over Greenland.

2026-01-20T14:39:50.847154+00:00 IST

EU Commission President warns Trump over Greenland tariff threat

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned the US against imposing tariffs on European allies over Greenland, calling it a "mistake." Speaking at Davos, she urged respect for existing agreements, offered cooperation on Arctic security, and said Europe must push for independence as tensions over Greenland rise.

2026-01-20T14:33:41.647123+00:00 IST

WEF: Macron slams US tariff threats

"Competition from the USA through trade agreements undermines our trade interests, demands maximum concessions, and openly aims to weaken and subordinate Europe, combined with the endless accumulation of new tariffs that are fundamentally unacceptable--especially when used as leverage against territorial sovereignty," Macron said.

2026-01-20T14:12:43.108551+00:00 IST

EU on cusp of historic trade deal with India: EU Commission Prez

The President of the European Commission said she will travel to India next weekend

2026-01-20T13:38:25.060958+00:00 IST

US lawmakers warn of China-led illegal fishing threat

US lawmakers accused China of leading illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing through its distant-water fleet. They warned this threatens global food security, marine ecosystems and US national security. The report also alleged forced labour abuses and called for stronger Coast Guard action and international cooperation to counter the threat.

2026-01-20T13:22:59.420737+00:00 IST

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'You're dealing with us directly, not Venezuela', Trump

US President Donald Trump met top oil and gas executives at the White House and assured them of safety and security in Venezuela. Saying that the United States built the Venezuelan oil industry with American talent, now US would do "everything" about the assets stolen.

2026-01-09T21:40:40.368439+00:00 IST

Trump to meet top global oil companies’ executives today

US President Donald Trump said on Friday (US local time) that he is going to meet top oil industry executives at the White House and hold discussion exclusively on Venezuela- its oil, the ties with US, security, the people and "stoppage" of drugs and criminals coming into the US.

2026-01-09T19:52:39.229059+00:00 IST

Trump to meet oil execs for Venezuela investment

Trump made the announcement in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, stating, "At least 100 Billion Dollars will be invested by BIG OIL, all of whom I will be meeting with today at The White House."

2026-01-09T17:38:09.216121+00:00 IST

Europe

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"Sanctions remain one of the most painful blows for Putin," says Zelenskyy, urges US to widen Russian oil sanctions

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged the US to expand sanctions on all Russian oil companies and provide long-range missiles, highlighting Russia's economic struggles. During talks in London with European leaders, he emphasized strengthening Ukraine's defences and countering Moscow's ongoing aggression.

2025-10-25T03:06:53.662196+00:00 IST

Swedish PM backs Ukraine in virtual meet

Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson, participated in a virtual meeting hosted by UK PM Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron on the peace negotiations for Ukraine. He also shared the news of Sweden o potentially export 100-150 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.

2025-10-25T03:04:34.175201+00:00 IST

Russia slams EU 19th sanctions, warns Brussels isolating itself

Russia's Foreign Ministry condemned the EU's 19th sanctions package as "illegal" and "self-destructive," saying it isolates the bloc internationally. Zakharova criticized restrictions on trade, banks, LNG, tourism, and diplomats, warning the measures harm EU interests and promised Russia would respond with effective countermeasures.

2025-10-25T02:43:56.219756+00:00 IST

Pacific

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New Zealand passes bereavement leave law for miscarriages, stillbirths

Aukland [New Zealand], March 25 (ANI): New Zealand's Parliament has unanimously approved legislation that would give couples -- who suffer a miscarriage or stillbirth -- three days of paid leave, putting the country in the vanguard of those providing such benefits.

2021-03-25T12:58:50.025935+00:00 IST

5.0-magnitude quake hits southeast of the Loyalty Islands

New Caledonia [France], March 25 (ANI/Xinhua): An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.0 jolted southeast of the Loyalty Islands at 07:08:07 GMT on Thursday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said.

2021-03-25T08:11:37.443615+00:00 IST

Around 20,000 remain stranded by flooding in eastern Australia

Sydney [Australia], March 25 (ANI/Xinhua): Around 20,000 people remained stranded by major flooding in eastern Australia on Thursday, with water levels yet to drop in some parts despite an end to the rain.

2021-03-25T04:44:28.559697+00:00 IST

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Kenya:11 killed, over 500 arrested in nationwide protest

As per CNN, security forces used tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators, primarily young Kenyans, who expressed their anger and frustration over the corruption allegations, police brutality, and reports of enforced disappearances targeting critics of the government on the 35th anniversary of the 1990 Saba Saba pro-democracy movement.

2025-07-08T06:50:44.494948+00:00 IST

PM Modi receives warm welcome from Indian diaspora in Brasilia

Members of the Indian community carrying Indian flags had gathered outside the hotel to welcome PM Modi. PM Modi also interacted with children who came to welcome him.

2025-07-08T00:01:34.896254+00:00 IST

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Brasilia for State Visit

During his visit, PM Modi will hold bilateral discussions with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on the broadening of the Strategic Partnership between the two nations.

2025-07-07T22:55:40.078403+00:00 IST

Asia

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Brazilian President receives Guard of Honour

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday received the Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

2026-02-21T04:49:41.052658+00:00 IST

Trade deals in full effect says US Trade Rep Greer

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Friday said that the trade deals signed by the United States with countries from across the world would continue to remain in place despite the Supreme Court ruling and listed several other tools which maight be used to implement the trade deals, noting that while the tools may change, the policy remains the same.

2026-02-21T04:16:34.229032+00:00 IST

TDK inaugurated the title partner of Formula E Tokyo night race

Global leading electronics company TDK announced to inaugurate the title partner of Formula E (electric mobility) Tokyo night race. Utilizing this opportunity TDK aims to contribute to transformation of mobility. TDK CEO MR. Noboru Saito looks back "Since 30 years ago TDK paid attention to this field to treat heat and vibration of mobility. Also TDK shaped up technology of condenser and sensor for data gathering." This opportunity will enable us to raise the function of Formula E.

2026-02-21T03:42:25.696035+00:00 IST

Middle East

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UAE issues Federal Decree Law on National Educational Curriculum

The UAE has issued a Federal Decree Law establishing a comprehensive framework to govern the national educational curriculum. The law defines roles, approval processes and curriculum changes across public and private schools, aiming to ensure quality, consistency and flexibility in education nationwide.

2025-12-29T17:20:25.014321+00:00 IST

UAE tops Arab region in food, beverage sector investment

In its third sectoral report for 2025 on the Arab food and beverage sector, issued at its headquarters in the State of Kuwait today, Dhaman said that five Arab countries: Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Morocco and Qatar, attracted 421 FDI projects, making up 82 percent of the total, with Capex of more than US$17 billion, or 79 percent. These projects created 71000 jobs, accounting for 76 per cent of the total.

2025-12-28T23:39:29.695594+00:00 IST

Council of League of Arab States condemns Israel’s recognition of

After hearing a briefing by Ambassador Ali Abdi Awrai, Permanent Representative of the Federal Republic of Somalia to the Arab League, the Council strongly condemned Israel's recognition, on 26th December 2025, of the Somaliland region, affirming its complete rejection of this invalid measure and its resulting political and security repercussions. It stressed that the region is an integral part of the Federal Republic of Somalia, in accordance with the Charter of the League of Arab States and the Charter of the United Nations.

2025-12-28T23:29:07.398439+00:00 IST

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Europe

Soren heads to Davos to participate in inter-ministerial panel

"En route to the inter-ministerial panel Capital in Action: Scaling Energy Systems Through Policy, Finance & Regional Leadership, discussing with the Chief Secretary on positioning Jharkhand as a global player in energy security," Soren posted on X.

2026-01-20T13:15:14.970728+00:00 IST

Asia

India hands over first tranche of election assistance to Nepal

India on Tuesday handed over the first tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal at a ceremony ahead of the national polls scheduled for March.

2026-01-20T13:03:09.990725+00:00 IST

Europe

Pakistan accused of managing extremist networks

Greek journalist Dimitra Staikou, in an EuropaWire analysis, claimed Pakistan manages extremist networks instead of dismantling them. She cited alleged continued activities of LeT and JeM, political cover, public training camps and rallies, and warned this could impact Europe and global security through Pakistan's expanding international ties.

2026-01-20T12:55:38.327556+00:00 IST

Europe

UK announces £40 billion major education expansion abroad

The United Kingdom has announced a new International Education Strategy aimed at expanding the global footprint of UK education and growing education exports to GBP 40 billion annually by 2030, with India identified as one of five key focus countries for the UK's International Education Champion.

2026-01-20T12:44:10.017804+00:00 IST

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Russian university scientists develop asphalt with recycled plast

Researchers at Russia's North Caucasus Federal University (NCFU) have developed a new asphalt mixture that uses plastic waste as a key component, aiming to improve road durability while addressing the growing problem of plastic disposal, the university said.

2026-01-20T12:19:02.779908+00:00 IST

Europe

At Davos, Assam CM Sarma touts India’s economic rise

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday highlighted India's rapid economic ascent under Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the World Economic Forum, expressing confidence that the country is firmly on track to become the world's third-largest economy

2026-01-20T12:11:12.070757+00:00 IST

Europe

Newsom slams Trump ahead of Davos speech over Greenland row

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticised President Donald Trump ahead of Trump's Davos speech, urging European leaders to stay united. Trump said Greenland is vital for security, planned meetings in Davos, and threatened tariffs on Europe. EU leaders called it blackmail and planned an emergency summit.

2026-01-20T12:07:59.516607+00:00 IST

Asia

Russia encourages India’s ‘Vasudaiva Kutumbakam’ vision

Speaking during the Ram Katha discourse by renowned spiritual leader Morari Bapu, organised by Jain Acharya Lokesh at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital, Antsiferov highlighted the enduring ties between India and Russia, noting the "stable and strong" friendship between the two nations.

2026-01-20T11:50:59.728127+00:00 IST

Europe

Extra US tariffs a "mistake": EU chief von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen warned the US that imposing tariffs on European allies over Greenland would be a "mistake" and said Europe's response would be "unflinching, united and proportional." EU leaders also cautioned tariffs could harm transatlantic ties as Trump announced new tariff plans.

2026-01-20T11:40:20.123139+00:00 IST

Texas issues fresh alert over unsolicited seed mailings

Texas agricultural authorities issued alerts after residents reported receiving unsolicited seed packages. Officials collected 126 bags in early January and over 1,100 last year, warning the seeds may carry invasive species or pests. Investigators suspect links to a global "brushing scam," and residents were advised not to open or plant them.

2026-01-20T11:15:02.848401+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Five killed in two accidents due to dense fog in Punjab

A school van collided with a bus in Nankana Sahib, while in Sialkot, a trailer carrying iron rods overturned, killing three men.

2026-01-20T11:09:31.153241+00:00 IST

Europe

EU-India trade deal near, von der Leyen says at Davos 2026

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU is close to finalising a free trade deal with India. She will visit India next weekend, as EU leaders attend India's Republic Day celebrations and co-chair the India-EU Summit, aiming to deepen strategic and economic ties.

2026-01-20T10:58:54.733709+00:00 IST

Trump confirms inviting Putin to Gaza Board of Peace

US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has been invited to join the proposed Gaza Board of Peace, describing him as one of several world leaders considered for the initiative.

2026-01-20T10:51:23.426735+00:00 IST