Russia, Ukraine sit for tense talks on thorny territorial issue
Ukrainian and Russian negotiators met in Abu Dhabi on Friday to tackle the vital issue of territory, with no sign of a compromise. – Kyiv is under mounting U.S. pressure…
ICRC Delivers Winter Relief Supplies to Dnipropetrovsk Region
Ukraine | We recently delivered food parcels, hygiene kits, bedding, and diapers to Red Cross Ukraine in Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovsk Region. This will be distributed to support people in meeting basic…
European Commission President von der Leyen Begins State Visit to India
Charting the next phase of the India–EU Strategic partnership. A warm welcome to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen , on her State Visit to India.…
US Updates National Defense Strategy, Outlines Priorities for Europe and Indo Pacific
The document names Russia a ‘persistent threat’ to NATO countries, and says that deterrence of China is viewed as a top priority. Russia, Ukraine and Europe Defense modernization and nuclear…
The Quiet Powerhouse: Nickel’s Hidden Depths and Covert Roles
Nickel (Ni, atomic number 28), a lustrous silvery-white transition metal, is far more than the coinage metal or allergy culprit it’s often reduced to. Sitting in group 10 alongside palladium…
International Day of Education – Empowering the World Through Learning on January 24
On January 24, 2026, the world observes International Day of Education, an annual United Nations observance proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 2018 to celebrate education’s foundational role…
World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture – Celebrating Vibrant Heritage on January 24
On January 24, 2026, the world observes World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture (Journée mondiale de la culture africaine et afro-descendante), an annual UNESCO-designated observance that celebrates the rich,…
National Girl Child Day – India Champions Girls’ Rights and Empowerment on January 24
On January 24, 2026, India observes National Girl Child Day (राष्ट्रीय बालिका दिवस), an annual observance dedicated to promoting the rights, education, health, safety, and overall well-being of the girl…
Day of the Unification of the Romanian Principalities – Romania Celebrates the “Small Union” on January 24
On January 24, 2026, Romania observes Day of the Unification of the Romanian Principalities (Ziua Unirii Principatelor Române), also known as Unification Day or Ziua Unirii, a public holiday commemorating…
UN human rights chief urges US to uphold international law in immigration crackdown
The U.N. human rights chief urged the Trump administration on Friday to ensure that its migration policies respect individual rights and international law, citing concerns over arbitrary and unlawful arrests…