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A giant carbon dump gives glimpse into net-zero future In theory, carbon capture and storage, or CCS, offers the ultimate climate hedge for fossil fuel producers, albeit at a cost of perhaps $10 trillion through 2050.
09 Jul, 2024, 10.04 AM ISTAll about the US Navy nuclear ballistic missile submarine that surfaced off Norway A nuclear powered ballistic submarine, a guided missile cruiser and two other aircraft of the US Navy were spotted in the Norwegian Sea near Russia. This comes in the backdrop of Russian naval ships being spotted in Cuba, this month. The situation i...
27 Jun, 2024, 10.01 PM ISTNorway starts stockpiling grain, citing pandemic, war and climate change The Norwegian government signed a deal to stockpile 30,000 tons of grain as a precaution against crises like COVID-19, war, and climate change, aiming to have 82,500 tons by 2029 for three months' consumption. This decision follows recommendations a...
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India expresses deep concern over loss of lives in Rafah India on Thursday expressed deep concern over the loss of civilian lives in the displacement camp in Rafah and called for the protection of the civilian population and respect for international humanitarian law in the ongoing conflict.
31 May, 2024, 01.05 AM ISTPalestinian PM calls on Spanish counterpart The diplomatic move by the three western European nations on Tuesday was slammed by Israel and will have little immediate impact on its grinding war in Gaza, but it was a victory for the Palestinians and could encourage other Western powers to follo...
30 May, 2024, 12.15 AM ISTThree EU nations recognise Palestinian statehood Israeli foreign minister Israel Katz quickly lashed out at Spain on X, saying that Sanchez's government was "being complicit in inciting genocide against Jews and war crimes." While around 140 countries have recognised a Palestinian state - over two...
29 May, 2024, 12.32 AM ISTEU foreign chief says Israel must respect UN court, control settler violence in the West Bank Borrell insisted Israel had driven the Palestinians to the edge of a catastrophe because "the situation in Gaza is beyond words. The occupied West Bank is on the brink, risking an explosion any time." While most of the global attention is centered o...
27 May, 2024, 11.27 AM ISTIsrael furious as Ireland, Norway, Spain recognise Palestinian state Israel reacted with fury as Ireland, Norway, and Spain announced plans to recognise Palestine. the move prompted praise from Arab and Muslim nations. Israel accused the countries of "rewarding terrorism." Most Western nations support for a Palestini...
22 May, 2024, 05.37 PM ISTSpain, Ireland and Norway will recognise a Palestinian state on May 28. Why does that matter? Spain, Ireland, and Norway announced on Wednesday their intention to recognize a Palestinian state on May 28, responding to international outcry over the civilian casualties and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This move may encourage other EU nations t...
22 May, 2024, 03.01 PM ISTPalestine: Ireland, Spain and Norway recognize the state as countries push for Israel-Hamas war solution The leaders of Ireland, Spain, and Norway announced their countries' recognition of Palestine as a state, intending to support a two-state solution and push for peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Israel's reaction was negative, warning of po...
22 May, 2024, 01.01 PM ISTIsrael says it's recalling ambassadors from Ireland and Norway over Palestinian state recognition Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz recalls ambassadors from Norway and Ireland as they plan to recognize a Palestinian state, potentially impacting hostage negotiations with Hamas and Iran. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store supports recog...
22 May, 2024, 12.50 PM ISTNorway excludes Adani Ports, US and Chinese cos from pension fund Norges Bank said on Wednesday that it excluded the company because of an unacceptable risk that the company contributes to serious violations of individuals' rights in situations of war or conflict. The other two companies blacklisted by Norges Bank...
17 May, 2024, 05.55 AM ISTNorway sovereign wealth fund excludes Adani Ports over ethical concerns Norway's central bank has excluded three companies from its government pension fund due to ethical concerns. Adani Ports, part of Gautam Adani's conglomerate, is excluded due to potential violations of individuals' rights in war situations. Weichai ...
16 May, 2024, 05.05 PM ISTIndia, Norway extend health cooperation with 4th phase of NIPI A health initiative between Government of India and Government of Norway, the Norway India Partnership Initiative (NIPI) Phase 3 builds on experiences from NIPI 1 & 2 and focuses on areas of Maternal, Newborn and Child Health.
02 May, 2024, 08.47 AM ISTStatkraft India head Rahul Varshney quits Rahul Varshney has left Europe's largest renewable power generator Statkraft after 15 years of leadership in India. Statkraft, owned by Norway's government, has been operating in India for over two decades, primarily in the hydro power generation se...
25 Apr, 2024, 11.58 PM IST'Demand for Indian healthcare profs to double nationally, globally by 2030' Global shortage and an ageing population have spurred the demand for Indian healthcare professionals who are highly respected in the international markets for their skills, NLB Services CEO Sachin Alug told PTI.
10 Apr, 2024, 06.42 PM ISTNorway plans $56 billion defence boost to counter Russia Norway intends to boost its military spending by 600 billion crowns ($56 billion) by 2036 to enhance its defense capabilities against Russia and other security threats, marking a historic increase. The planned expenditure over the next 12 years tota...
05 Apr, 2024, 04.47 PM ISTIndia will have option to withdraw duty concessions if USD 100 bn investment commitment not met by EFTA India can suspend customs duty concessions on EFTA country goods if the European nation bloc fails to meet its USD 100 billion investment obligations. The agreement includes an investment promotion and cooperation chapter with a three-stage consulta...
11 Mar, 2024, 08.06 PM IST16 years in the making, key details of India's pact with four-nation European trade bloc India signed a free trade pact with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, committing to reduce tariffs and receive $100 billion in investments over 15 years. The pact is expected to boost exports, attract investments, and improve trade ti...
10 Mar, 2024, 08.40 PM ISTIndia eyes $100 billion investment deal with Switzerland, Norway India is nearing the completion of a groundbreaking trade agreement that may result in several European nations investing up to $100 billion over a span of 15 years. The European Free Trade Association, consisting of Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, an...
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