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30 to 40 countries unable to give 2nd Covid shots: WHO

World | Jun 19, 2021, 12:37 PM IST

"We have a huge number of countries currently that have had to suspend the rollout of their second doses of vaccine," Xinhua news agency quoted Bruce Aylward, Senior Advisor to the WHO Director-General on Organizational Change, as saying on Friday.

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Finance Ministry refutes reports of alleged black money held by Indians in Switzerland

India | Jun 19, 2021, 11:46 AM IST

It, however said that Swiss Authorities have been requested to provide the relevant facts along with their view on possible reasons for increase or decrease in deposits so that facts could be presented in correct perspective.

India maintains 43rd rank on IMD's World Competitiveness Index; Switzerland tops chart

India | Jun 17, 2021, 06:37 PM IST

India maintained 43rd rank on an annual World Competitiveness Index compiled by the Institute for Management Development (IMD) that examined the impact of COVID-19 on economies around the world this year.

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Biden, Putin conclude summit between ‘two great powers’ quickly than expected

World | Jun 16, 2021, 10:35 PM IST

Biden and Putin plunged into the face-to-face talks at a lush lakeside Swiss mansion, a highly anticipated summit at a time when both leaders say relations between their countries are at an all-time low.

Burqa ban in Switzerland! European nation votes to make 'full facial coverings' illegal

World | Mar 08, 2021, 03:52 PM IST

Swiss voters have approved a proposal to ban face coverings, both the niqabs and burqas worn by a few Muslim women. The measure will outlaw covering one's face in public places

UEFA Nations League: Spain recall Alvaro Morata for games against Germany and Switzerland

Football | Nov 06, 2020, 09:12 PM IST

Spain coach Luis Enrique recalled Juventus striker Álvaro Morata after Spain struggled with just one goal in three matches.

Construction of dams in PoK, Gilgit-Baltistan by Pak-China are illegal: Activist to UN

News | Sep 28, 2020, 10:44 PM IST

A political activist from Pakistan occupied Kashmir lambasted on Pakistan and China for constructing mega dams in the occupied territories during the 45th Session of UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on September 28.

Illegal arrest, torture of activist who removed Pakistani flag in PoK raised at UNHRC

News | Sep 28, 2020, 05:59 PM IST

Exiled political leaders from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) have raised the issue of abduction, torture and harassment of activists and journalists by Pakistani agencies at the illegally occupied region during the ongoing 45th Session of UN

Chocolate snow covers Swiss town after malfunction at Lindt unit

World | Aug 19, 2020, 06:08 PM IST

Residents of a town in Switzerland saw to their disbelief snowing flakes of chocolates after a ventilation system in a world-famous chocolate factory malfunctioned.

Silent protest held outside UN highlighting the plight of Christian persecution in Pakistan

News | Jun 21, 2020, 08:51 AM IST

A silent demonstration was held infront of the United Nations Office in Geneva alongside Broken Chair to raise a voice in solidarity to eradicate the malicious blasphemy law and forced conversions in Pakistan.

Jai Hind: Ranveer Singh, Abhishek Bachchan, Allu Arjun hail Switzerland's tricolour display

Celebrities | Apr 19, 2020, 01:20 PM IST

After PM Modi shared the image of the stunning Matterhorn mountain in Switzerland lit up with the colors of the Indian flag, several celebrities are also reacting on the same and pouring out heartfelt wishes for everyone amid the crisis.

Tibetans hold protest outside UN to highlight deplorable human rights situation in Tibet

News | Mar 12, 2020, 10:56 AM IST

The Tibetan community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein assembled here before the UN building to highlight the deplorable human rights situation in Tibet.

World's on fire, can't be left to firemen alone to tackle it: Swiss President

Business | Jan 21, 2020, 04:42 PM IST

I look at the state of the world with a concern today. There is intolerance, hatred and revenge... We need to find the right balance for a common future," Swiss President Simonetta Sommaruga said during a special address at the WEF annual meeting in Davos.

Switzerland dedicates its Science Day to former India president Abdul Kalam

Switzerland dedicates its Science Day to former president Abdul Kalam

India | Jan 17, 2020, 11:53 AM IST

The Swiss government has dedicated its Science Day in honour of the Missile Man and former President Late A P J Abdul Kalam for his vast expertise in science and technology.

Cabinet approves MoU between India, Switzerland on climate change

India | Nov 07, 2019, 06:54 AM IST

It will enhance public accountability by way of exchange of information and technology between the two countries.

War on black money: India gets first tranche of Swiss bank details

India | Oct 07, 2019, 04:47 PM IST

India has received first tranche of details about financial accounts of its residents in Swiss banks. This comes as a major boost to the Modi government in its war against black money. Switzerland handed over the first tranche to India under a new automatic exchange of infomation framework between the two countries, marking a significant milestone in the fight against black money stashed abroad.

Exchange of tax information between India, Switzerland will help fight terrorism: President Ram Nath Kovind

World | Sep 13, 2019, 08:12 PM IST

Underlining that tax evasion and money laundering have strong links with terrorism, President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said the agreement on the automatic exchange of tax information between India and Switzerland is a "very positive development" which will help fight the scourge.

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