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Spain, Norway and Ireland will formally recognise Palestinian statehood. Here's why that matters
World | May 28, 2024, 02:51 PM ISTThe move has deepened Israel's diplomatic isolation amid widespread criticism over its conduct in the Gaza war, in which 36,000 Palestinians have been killed. However, the symbolic move is unlikely to have any impact on the war as peace talks between Israel and Hamas remain stalled.
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Direct talks, not unilateral recognition: US on European countries recognising Palestinian statehood
World | May 23, 2024, 09:28 AM ISTThe US maintained that it supports a two-state solution for Palestine, but stressed that it should come through direct talks between all parties. The recognition of Palestinian statehood by Norway, Ireland and Spain, with other countries expected to follow suit, has deepened Israel's isolation.
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Norway, Spain and Ireland recognise Palestinian statehood in historic move, Israel recalls envoys
World | May 22, 2024, 01:28 PM ISTNorwegian PM Jonas Gahr Stone said the recognition of Palestine is important for achieving a two-state solution and peace in the Middle East. The Irish government also announced a similar move on Tuesday, and many EU countries are likely moving towards recognition of Palestinian statehood.
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'Fired a bullet into heart...': Quran-burner Salwan Momika breaks silence on his death reports
World | Apr 12, 2024, 01:41 PM ISTThe 37-year-old Iraqi man sparked intense outrage in Muslim countries by burning pages of the Quran, leading to riots and unrest in several areas. He was reported dead earlier this month after he went to Norway when Sweden rejected his asylum bid.
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Norway FM calls for Gaza ceasefire, two-state solution at Rio's G20 meeting
News | Feb 22, 2024, 06:48 PM ISTNorway's Foreign Minister said that countries have to speak up and stand up for the principles of humanitarian law in both the Israel-Palestine and Russia-Ukraine conflicts. Watch the video to know more!
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Rahul Gandhi leaves for week-long Europe tour, will address EU Parliamentarians, Indian diaspora
India | Sep 06, 2023, 03:05 PM ISTInterestingly, Rahul Gandhi's tour details come at a time when New Delhi is scheduled to hold a much-anticipated G20 Summit in the national capital where the leaders from the US, UK, Australia, Canada, China and others will mark their presence.
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'A boon for Europe': Norway discovers world’s largest Phosphate rock deposit | DETAILS
World | Jul 05, 2023, 01:07 PM ISTPhosphate rock has a lot of phosphorus in high concentrations, which is important for building green technologies but currently faces significant supply issues.
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Denmark vs Norway: Pitch Report to Records - Here's all to know about Svanholm Park, Brondby
Cricket | May 18, 2023, 10:07 AM ISTThe 10-match tournament is set to commence on May 18 with three matches set to be played on the opening day.
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2 killed, several injured in shooting at gay bar in Norway's Oslo
World | Jun 25, 2022, 12:55 PM ISTThe crime scene extended from the London Pub via a neighbouring club and onwards to a nearby street where the suspect was apprehended a few minutes after the shooting began.
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Norwegian dance crew grooves to ‘Sadi Gali’, steals hearts of the netizens l Watch viral video
Trending | Jun 20, 2022, 03:44 PM ISTOne more time, the Norwegian dance crew managed to win eyeballs with their fabulous dance moves. This time the boys have set the floor on fire with their dance to the ‘Tanu Weds Manu’ song.
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When India pulls citizens out of poverty, it goes down across the world, PM Modi in Copenhagen
India | May 04, 2022, 09:17 PM ISTOn the second leg of his three-nation Europe tour, PM Modi was received by Danish PM Mette Frederiksen at the airport, after he arrived there concluding Germany visit. PM Modi took a private tour of the residence of Danish PM in Copenhagen. Both the leaders indulged in tête-à-tête at the residence.
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4 Americans onboard US Marine Corps V-22B Osprey aircraft, killed after plane crashes in Norway
World | Mar 19, 2022, 10:07 PM ISTAt least four Americans were killed in US military plane which crashed in Norway on Saturday, AFP News Agency reported.
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5 killed in bow and arrow attack in Norway
World | Oct 14, 2021, 06:53 AM ISTTwo other people were wounded and hospitalized in intensive care, including an officer who was off duty and inside the shop where the attack took place, police said.
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India ranks 131 in UNDP's Human Development Index. Norway tops index; Check other top 10 nations
India | Dec 17, 2020, 11:44 AM ISTIndia dropped one spot to 131 among 189 countries in the 2020 human development index, released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
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Landslide in Norway sweeps houses, buildings into sea. See shocking video
Trending | Jun 04, 2020, 09:51 PM ISTIn the viral video, we can see a large area of land being pushed towards the sea. Several houses can also be seen floating in the dramatic video.
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Coronavirus: Norway decides to penalise those fleeing quarantine with Rs 1.4 lakh or 15 days in jail
World | Mar 18, 2020, 10:50 PM ISTNorway has passed an order, as per which authorities could fine Rs 1.4 lakh (20,000 Norwegian kroner) or send to prison for a 15-day-period to those caught breaking the home quarantine rules
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See India as important player against climate change: Norway
India | Feb 16, 2020, 07:21 PM ISTNorway on Sunday said that it saw India as an important player against climate change and that both countries could play a leading role in tackling the global issues of environment and climate change.
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Norwegian flags burnt in Pakistan in reaction to burning of Holy Quran
World | Nov 27, 2019, 03:48 PM ISTNorwegian flags were burnt in Pakistan's Karachi on Tuesday as protesters gathered in reaction to the burning of the Holy Quran in Norway last week. The protestors chanted slogans against the Norwegian government, demanding an immediate arrest of the person who was responsible for burning the Holy Quran.
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Euro 2020 qualifiers: Norway hold Spain, Italy beat Greece to qualify
Football | Oct 13, 2019, 08:42 AM ISTNorway ended Spain's perfect record by earning a 1-1 draw against the former champions while Jorginho's penalty ensured Italy qualify for the 2020 Euro.
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Let people smoke, drink and eat red meat: Norway health minister
World | May 09, 2019, 01:44 PM IST"I believe people should be allowed to smoke, drink and eat as much red meat they just want. The authorities may like to inform, but people already know pretty well what is healthy and what isn't, I believe", Listhaug was quoted as saying by Norway's national broadcaster NRK.