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European Council chief, on surprise visit to Ukraine’s Odessa, ‘forced to take cover’ as missiles hit city: Official
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine war: Charles Michel arrived in the port city on the occasion of Europe Day to meet Ukrainian President Denys Shmyhal. European Council president Charles Michel was on Monday […]
Russia-Ukraine war LIVE Updates: Kyiv says 60 dead in school bombing
[ad_1] Live Russia-Ukraine war LIVE: In another development, 60 people died after a Russian bomb hit a school being used as a shelter in the eastern village of Bilohorivka, Ukrainian […]
Russian metals billionaire Alisher Usmanov files appeal over EU sanctions
[ad_1] Russian metals billionaire Alisher Usmanov appealed the European Union’s decision to impose strict sanctions on him in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Usmanov, who owns 49% of Metalloinvest, […]
Evidence points to 600 dead in Russian airstrike on theatre in Ukraine’s Mariupol
[ad_1] She stood in just her bathrobe in the freezing basement of the Mariupol theater, coated in white plaster dust shaken loose by the explosion. Her husband tugged at her […]
Ukraine war: Some civilians finally leave Mariupol plant
[ad_1] Kyiv/Bezimenne: Around 100 Ukrainian civilians were being evacuated from a ruined steelworks in the city of Mariupol on Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said, after the United Nations had […]
Russia pounding Donbas region: Ukraine
[ad_1] Russian forces pounded Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region on Saturday but failed to capture three target areas, Ukraine’s military said, while Moscow said Western sanctions on Russia and arms shipments […]
Ukraine conflict highlights need for self-reliance, says Rajnath Singh
[ad_1] New Delhi: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict highlighted the need for achieving self-reliance in defence even as he lauded the Indian Navy for […]
UK: Allies must ‘double down’ and send Ukraine tanks, jets
[ad_1] Britain’s top diplomat called Wednesday for Western allies to send tanks, warplanes and other heavy weapons to Ukraine, saying fears of escalating the war were misplaced and “inaction would […]
Boeing reports $1.2 billion loss on Russia, US’ Air Force One jet, 777X delays
[ad_1] Boeing reported a $1.2 billion first-quarter loss Wednesday, hit by a series of new one-time costs on its Russia business, the Air Force One presidential jet and the new […]
‘Artillery against civilians…’: Zelensky as bodies line streets of Mariupol
[ad_1] With the war having entered the 54th day, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky lashed out at Russia for “deliberate terror against ordinary civilians” as Moscow continued shelling in the northeastern […]
Indian military studying Ukraine war, to draw tactical lessons from Russian offensive
[ad_1] New Delhi: The national security planners have asked the Service Headquarters to study the Russian offensive into Ukraine and draw tactical lessons from the brutal war that has now […]
India plans $2 billion more of exports to sanctions-hit Russia
[ad_1] India is planning to boost shipments to Russia by an additional $2 billion as the two nations work out a payment system in local currencies to continue bilateral trade […]
Won’t halt military operation in Ukraine for peace talks: Russian FM Sergey Lavrov
[ad_1] Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday brushed aside any possibility of a ceasefire in Ukraine, saying Moscow is open to resuming peace talks with Kyiv but that does […]
The network protecting Ukraine’s cultural heritage
[ad_1] In addition to the immense human suffering that has occurred since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, the ongoing war also means that Ukraine’s cultural heritage is under threat. […]
Priyanka Chopra urges world leaders in video to help refugees amid Ukraine crisis: ‘We can’t just stand by and watch’
[ad_1] Actor Priyanka Chopra has made a ‘direct appeal’ to world leaders, urging them to help refugees and children in Eastern Europe including Ukraine. Taking to Instagram, Priyanka shared a […]
Pope Francis kisses Ukrainian flag, condemns ‘the massacre of Bucha’
[ad_1] Pope Francis on Wednesday condemned “the massacre of Bucha” and kissed a Ukrainian flag sent from the town where tied bodies shot at close range littered the streets after […]
Russia strikes several cities, 20 bodies found near Kyiv
[ad_1] Russian missiles hit two cities in central Ukraine early on Saturday, damaging infrastructure and residential buildings, the head of the Poltava region said. “Poltava. A missile struck one of […]
‘Good friend of India’: Ex-foreign minister Natwar Singh on Sergey Lavrov’s India visit, cites Kashmir
[ad_1] Written by Sharangee Dutta | Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan, New Delhi Former foreign minister and veteran Congress leader Natwar Singh on Friday praised Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov, calling […]
Not seeking to change India-Russia ties: US on Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov’s New Delhi visit
[ad_1] The United States on Thursday said every country has its own relationship with the Russian Federation and the US is not seeking any change in that, state department spokesman […]
‘Comedians in danger everywhere, be it Chris Rock or Zelensky’: Paresh Rawal after Will Smith’s slap
[ad_1] Actor Paresh Rawal has extended his support to comedian Chris Rock a day after he was slapped by actor Will Smith for cracking a joke on his wife, actor […]
‘Expressing moral outrage’: Biden clarifies ‘Putin cant remain in power’ remark
[ad_1] President Joe Biden he wasn’t announcing a US policy change when he said Russian President Vladimir Putin “cannot remain in power,” but was expressing his own anger about the […]
Putin says Russian culture being ‘cancelled’ like JK Rowling
[ad_1] President Vladimir Putin on Friday accused the West of trying to cancel Russia’s rich musical and literary culture, including composers Pyotr Tchaikovsky and Sergei Rachmaninov, in the same way […]
How Ukrainian cultural heritage is being preserved online
[ad_1] Russian bombs are falling on Ukraine for the fourth week running. Houses and hospitals have been destroyed, and many people have been killed. The cultural heritage of the country […]
Russian weapon parts among 107 defence items under new import ban
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Several Russian weapon parts stand out in India’s new list of 107 defence items published on Thursday that will attract a phased import ban between December 2022 […]
Ukraine says won’t surrender Mariupol amid Russia warning of ‘catastrophe’
[ad_1] There is ‘no question’ of surrendering Mariupol, Ukrainian deputy Prime Minister Irina Vereshchuk has said, responding to Russia’s ‘offer’ to Ukrainian troops defending the strategic port city to lay […]
India gets opportunity to export wheat but risks remain
[ad_1] The war in Ukraine has presented a rare opportunity for India to profitably export large quantities of wheat from its stockpiles, as global prices have surged above the domestic […]
India, Japan seek immediate end to violence in Ukraine, suggest dialogue to resolve conflict
[ad_1] India and Japan on Saturday expressed serious concern about the war and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, and sought an immediate end to violence and a return to the path […]
Ukraine war: Indian embassy, shifted to Poland, says it continues to function
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine war: In its latest advisory, issued on Friday, the embassy also provided contact details for those who wish to reach out for assistance. In its latest advisory, India’s […]
‘Legitimate transactions…’, Govt sources on backlash over Russian oil purchase
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine war: The United States said India taking up Russia’s offer of discounted crude oil would not violate sanctions, but White House in an appeal to countries amid the […]
US vows to increase cost on Russia until Putin ends war on Ukraine
[ad_1] As US and China continue to clash over what has been claimed as Beijing’s support to Russia, Joe Biden will speak to Xi Jinping on a telephone call to […]
Thailand to relax entry rules for tourists to support economic recovery as war hits arrivals
[ad_1] Thailand plans to scrap a mandatory pre-arrival Covid-free certificate for vaccinated tourists to support an economic recovery facing headwinds from the pandemic and the fallout of Russia’s invasion of […]
Russia-Ukraine war spells trouble for CGD, power companies in India
[ad_1] AHMEDABAD: On March 7 and 8, Reliance Industries Ltd and Hindustan Oil Exploration Company (HOEC) sold natural gas to companies like Gujarat State Petroleum Corp (GSPC) and GAIL in […]
Russia temporarily bans grain exports to ex-Soviet countries
[ad_1] Russia on Monday temporarily banned grain exports to ex-Soviet countries and most sugar exports, but a senior minister said it would keep on providing special export licences to traders […]
Ukraine war: At UNSC, India calls for direct talks to end hostilities
[ad_1] India on Monday called for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end hostilities, while stressing the need to respect international law, sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. Speaking […]
‘That’s what Russia’s war on civilians looks like,’ Kyiv mayor tweets video
[ad_1] Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko on Monday tweeted a video to show the world how the Russian invasion had ravaged the Ukrainian capital. While inspecting the damage in the city, […]
To firms pulling out of Russia amid Ukraine war, Moscow’s warning: report
[ad_1] As the list of brands pulling out of Russia continues to grow amid the Ukraine war, Moscow has now said that international firms – eyeing withdrawal – will be […]
2,187 residents killed in Mariupol since Russian invasion began, says Ukraine
[ad_1] Russia widened its targets in Ukraine on Sunday with strikes on a military base near the Polish border, as Kyiv said the toll from one of its most besieged […]
Putin says some ‘positive shifts’ in talks with Ukraine
[ad_1] Russian president Vladimir Putin said on Friday there were some “positive shifts” in talks with Ukraine, a view that was rejected by the other side just hours later, leaving […]
Uranium surges to highest since Fukushima on Russian war
[ad_1] Uranium spot prices soared to the highest level since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster on concern potential sanctions aimed at Russia are poised to roil an already tight market. […]
Several factors to decide impact of Ukraine war on oil, fuel prices: Sitharaman
[ad_1] Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said that there were several factors that would decide the impact of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine in reference to […]
Panel to scrutinise impact of Russia sanctions on India’s economy
[ad_1] A top interministerial panel has been formed to scrutinise a barrage of economic sanctions imposed by the West on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine and their likely impacts […]
Sheikh Hasina thanks PM Modi for rescuing 9 Bangladeshis from war-hit Ukraine
[ad_1] Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday thanked her Indian counterpart for evacuating nine citizens of her country from war-torn Ukraine. India has rescued stranded citizens, mostly students, […]
Anxiety grips parents of students still in Ukraine
[ad_1] Uncertainty and gaps in communication have left parents of Indian students stranded in war-torn Ukraine on tenterhooks, even as the Centre evacuated more than 15,000 students from the country. […]
Safe passage for our students in strife-torn Sumy didn’t work out: India to UNSC
[ad_1] India’s ambassador to the United Nations TS Tirumurti, said that despite the best efforts to convince both Russia and Ukraine, a safe corridor for stranded Indian students in Sumy […]
‘Grateful to….’ Ukrainian president tweets after speaking to PM Modi
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine conflict: Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his conversation with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought his support in evacuating Indian nationals from war-hit city of Sumy Ukrainian president Volodymyr […]
Culture rallies for Ukraine in Berlin
[ad_1] After a minute of silence, Ukraine’s national anthem sounded on Sunday morning at the Berlin State Opera in the city centre. The event was part of a “Concert for […]
Is there a road named President Zelensky way in Washington? Photo goes viral
[ad_1] No, this not the name of the road but activists put up this sign outside the Russian Embassy in Washington as a mark of honour to Ukrainian President Volodymyr […]
No Indian left in Kharkiv, focus now on Sumy: MEA on Ukraine evacuation
[ad_1] The ministry of external affairs (MEA) said on Saturday no Indian was left in strife-torn Kharkiv, the second-largest city of Ukraine, where Russia continued its assault for another day. […]
‘Melting snow for drinking’: Indian student describes plight in Sumy
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: After a bomb exploded in the Ukrainian city of Sumy on Thursday evening, Malavika Manoj, a third-year medical student from Kerala studying at the Sumy State University, […]
Nearly 4,000 Indians brought back from Ukraine in last 24 hours, says govt
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine war: Four tranches of humanitarian aid were sent earlier and today two more tranches were dispatched by the IAF flights to Poland, Slovak, Romania, the Centre said Nearly […]
Second round of Russia-Ukraine talks to begin in couple of hours: Reuters
[ad_1] The second round of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine will begin in a couple of hours, news agency Reuters reports quoting Ukrainian president’s advisor. The Ukrainian presidential adviser […]
Can we ask Putin to stop the war, asks Chief Justice as PIL filed on evacuation of Indians
[ad_1] Chief Justice of India NV Ramana said he saw some videos on social media saying what is CJI doing. “We sympathise with them,” the CJI said. Chief Justice of […]
Morning brief: 1 million people fled Ukraine since Russian invasion, says UN and all the latest news
[ad_1] Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. 1 million fled Ukraine in 7 days, biggest […]
‘Please, stop’: Priyanka Chaturvedi on minister’s claim that students were unwilling to leave Ukraine
[ad_1] Union minister of state for external affairs V Muraleedharan said India issued the first advisory before February 24 asking students to leave Ukraine but students were not willing at […]
Her passport stolen in Kyiv, this Indian medical student got help from PMO
[ad_1] The Narendra Modi government has escalated evacuation efforts to bring back stranded Indians under Operation Ganga. The prime minister has been personally monitoring the entire evacuation process, from sending […]
NDRF joins Operation Ganga to provide relief to Indians stranded in Ukraine
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has joined the efforts being undertaken by the Indian government under Operation Ganga to provide relief to the Indians stranded in […]
‘Leave Kharkiv immediately’: Embassy issues urgent advisory to Indian nationals
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India on Wednesday asked all its nationals in the besieged eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv to leave immediately for their safety and security, a day after an […]
Watch: Smriti Irani welcomes Ukraine-returnees in 4 languages
[ad_1] As Union minister Smriti Irani received Indians evacuated from war-torn Ukraine on Wednesday, she extended her welcome message in different regional languages, including Malayalam, Bengali, Gujarati and Marathi. Union […]
Indian students stare at uncertainty over completing MBBS in Russia-hit Ukraine
[ad_1] Uzaif Rabbani is spending his days in a bunker in Ukraine’s Kharkiv amid a fierce Russian offensive, hoping for evacuation, but as the fourth-year medical student waits, he like […]
Russian artists speak out against the war in Ukraine
[ad_1] Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the orders of President Vladimir Putin, the conflict is now in its sixth day, and casualties on both sides are growing. Many of […]
Modi government concerned over cluster bombing of Kharkiv by Russia
[ad_1] The cluster bombing of Kharkiv residential localities by Russian military aircraft has heightened the concerns of the Narendra Modi government as nearly 2500 Indian students are trapped in the […]
Daily brief: MEA says Moldova identified as new route for evacuation of Indians from Ukraine, and all the latest news
[ad_1] Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion at 9pm. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. Moldova new route for evacuation, 1,396 […]
PM Modi to chair another high-level meeting on Ukraine conflict: Report
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine war: Prime Minister Modi during his meeting with external affairs minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said the evacuation of Indians from war-hit Kyiv is the top priority for […]
On Russia-Ukraine war, Mamata tells PM Modi,”We keep aside our…’
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine war: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee in a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed her unconditional support to the Centre in the wake of the global […]
Giorgio Armani pays tribute to Ukraine suffering with silent show at Milan Fashion Week
[ad_1] Reuters | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Milan Giorgio Armani switched off the music to hold his Milan fashion show in silence on Sunday out of respect for […]
Priyanka Chopra requests help for Ukraine amid Russian invasion: ‘There are innocent lives in this war zone’
[ad_1] Priyanka Chopra has reacted to the ongoing Ukraine crisis, which has thrown the lives of innocent residents of the European nation out of gear. She has called the situation […]
Russia chess great Garry Kasparov lists move to stop Putin’s ‘war machine’
[ad_1] Former world chess champion Garry Kasparov listed a slew of measures to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin from forcing a war on Ukraine. After invading Russia troops pressed deep […]