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How a 2008 sketch became Doha’s striking new M.F Husain Museum

Doha has opened the M.F. Husain Museum, a vibrant new space based on a sketch the Indian modernist artist created in 2008. Designed by architect Martand Khosla, the museum displays six decades of Husain’s work, from early pieces to his later creations inspired by Arab civilisation.

India

At least 25 people killed in nightclub fire in India

An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire at a popular nightclub in the Indian state of Goa, which killed at least 25 people, including tourists, and injured six others.

Travel News

IndiGo flight chaos: Major Indian airports hit as country’s largest airline cancels services

India’s largest airline faces operational turmoil after new aviation safety rules limit crew working hours.

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Indian combat jet crashes at Dubai Airshow, killing pilot

The pilot of an Indian combat plane died after the aircraft crashed Friday during a demonstration flight for spectators at the Dubai Air Show, the Indian Air Force said.

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Somalia

EU naval force takes over ship used by Somali pirates to seize tanker

Somali piracy in the region cost the world’s economy €6 billion in 2011, with €138 million paid out in ransoms, according to the Oceans Beyond Piracy monitoring group.

India

New Delhi car explosion being investigated under anti-terrorism law

Authorities in India were investigating a deadly car blast in the capital that killed at least eight people and injured several others, officials said Tuesday.

India

At least eight killed after car explodes in New Delhi, police say

Several fire engines rushed to the scene after the blast was reported near one of the gates of the Red Fort metro station, the city's fire services said.

Destinations

Backwaters and elephant parades: Why Kerala should be your next trip

Heard of Kalaripayattu martial arts, Kathakali dance or the Thrissur Pooram festival? If not, Kerala might just be the ultimate destination for your next trip.

Europe News

Biggest polluters skip COP30 for Europe to pick up climate tab

Leaders of the United States, China and India, the world's three biggest polluters, won't attend the COP30 in Brazil as the European Union promises to stay engaged but faces financing hurdles at home.

Economy

Is basmati rice Indian or Pakistani? Do not ask the EU Commission

From the Punjab plains to Brussels — who would have thought that the dispute over basmati’s origin would end up on Europeans' plates?

Travel News

Travellers to India now need to complete this online arrival form

Authorities claim the new system will make visiting India a smoother process, reducing the wait at airport immigration counters.

EU Decoded

EU and India seek closer relations in shadow of Russia

The European Commission has proposed a new EU-India Strategic Agenda, for the bloc to develop ties in trade and security with the world's most populous democracy. However, India's enduring alliance with Russia remains a source of disagreement between the two sides.

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EU's green demands are jamming trade talks with India

India is pushing back against the inclusion of a dispute settlement mechanism to enforce green standards in the trade deal currently under negotiation with the EU.

Business

Families of victims in Air India crash sue Boeing and Honeywell

The lawsuit alleges that the incident in June was caused by faulty fuel switches and accuses Boeing and Honeywell of negligence.

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EU vows closer ties with India despite 'problematic' Russia factor

The European Union has presented a new strategy to broaden relations with India, despite its "problematic" ties with Russia.

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Could military business be the game changer for EU-India trade deal ?

Defence and security policies could become the backbone of a new partnership between India and the EU, according to the new EU-India strategy. The document is to be presented on Wednesday by the EU Commission in view of the signature of a €150-billion free trade agreement.

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EU and India chase down trade deal with wrangling over food

The fact that agriculture is now being formally addressed in EU-India trade negotiations signals that talks are edging toward the finish line, according to experts.

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As Trump rebuffs India, the EU nudges closer

The EU's concerted push to strengthen ties with India coincides with a collapse of bilateral relations between New Delhi and Washington.

India

German FM seeks India's help to bring Russia to Ukraine peace talks

India has resisted Western pressure to denounce Moscow outright following the February 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, though India has called for a cessation of hostilities.

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Punjab faces worst floods in decades as heavy rains continue

Torrential rains and overflowing rivers have caused devastating floods across northern India, killing at least 30 people in Punjab.