Norway: News

25 Mar 2024

Travel And Tourism

Oslo's winter wonderland journey: Refer to this things-to-do guide

As the Nordic cold embraces Oslo, Norway's proud capital transforms into a winter wonderland.

22 Mar 2024

Travel And Tourism

Things to do in Tromso, Norway for a beautiful sojourn

Tromso, Norway serves as a remarkable portal to the Arctic Circle's splendors.

20 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Visit Tromso, Norway for a gateway to the northern lights

Tromso, positioned far north in Norway within the Arctic Circle, is celebrated for its exceptional northern lights displays.

15 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Understanding the rise of Oslo's pioneering eco-friendly rooftops

Oslo, the capital of Norway, stands at the forefront of sustainable urban living.

13 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Norwegian bunad: Exploring the rich tapestry of this traditional costume

Norwegian bunads are more than traditional costumes; they're woven into Norway's cultural fabric.

11 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Bask in Svalbard's midnight sun magic with these recommendations

Svalbard, Norway, is an Arctic wonder where summer brings the midnight sun, illuminating the landscape for 24 hours a day.

10 Mar 2024

Indian Government

India signs $100B trade deal with EFTA countries

India has inked a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which includes Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland.

29 Feb 2024

Travel And Tourism

Witness the Midnight Sun in Tromso, Norway with this guide

Tromso, a city situated above the Arctic Circle in Norway, is renowned for the "Midnight Sun."

23 Jan 2024

Travel And Tourism

Explore Tromso, Norway's winter wonderland with this travel guide

Tromso, Norway's winter wonderland, beckons travelers with its frosty charm.

24 Oct 2023

Business

World's largest sovereign wealth fund posts $34bn loss in Q3 

The world's largest sovereign wealth fund, Norway's $1.4 trillion Government Pension Fund Global, has reported a loss of 374 billion Norwegian kroner (around $34 billion) in Q3 2023.

26 Sep 2023

Web Series

'Skam': What made Norwegian teen drama such a hit

It has already been eight years since the first season of the popular Norwegian teen drama series Skam premiered.

22 Sep 2023

Travel And Tourism

Things to do in Norway for a memorable trip

Norway is a gorgeous country and what makes it so are the many unique things that one can enjoy.

21 Sep 2023

Food

Explore Norway's delicious side with these vegetarian foods

Norway may not have much on offer for vegetarians or vegans, but there are a few dishes from its local cuisine that will keep you hooked to their flavor.

07 Sep 2023

Books

Literary escapes: Exploring book towns around the world

Imagine yourself walking through a charming street dotted with historic structures that are filled to the brim with books from every era and genre.

06 Sep 2023

Sustainable Travel

Top 5 eco-friendly destinations in the world

Sustainable travel is the new buzzword in the tourism industry.

17 May 2023

Travel And Tourism

When in Norway, you must visit these national parks

Norway's landscapes are simply stunning. The iconic images of the country are proof.

28 Apr 2023

Shopping

5 souvenirs to get home from your trip to Norway

If you are planning a trip to Norway and are unsure of what souvenirs to bring back for your friends and family, then this guide is for you.

28 Apr 2023

Travel And Tourism

Avoid these tourist mistakes on your Norway trip

Norway is a fascinating destination for tourism and people here are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors.

30 Mar 2023

Rani Mukerji

Rani Mukerji's #MrsChatterjeeVsNorway versus Norwegian ambassador: The what, when, why

A few days ago, the Norwegian ambassador to India, Hans Jacob Frydenlund wrote an op-ed where he slammed Rani Mukerji starrer drama Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway.

12 Mar 2023

OTT releases

#NewsBytesRecommends: 'The Trip' on Netflix—a rollicking ride teeming with surprises

A couple falls out of love and decides to end not their marriage but...each other.

02 Mar 2023

France

5 countries where applying for a Schengen visa is tricky

The Schengen visa is a type of tourist visa that allows travelers to visit most countries in the European Union, except Cyprus and Ireland.

24 Feb 2023

Rani Mukerji

Meet the real couple who inspired 'Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway'

Rani Mukerji is in the news these days because of her upcoming film Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway.

10 Feb 2023

Adani Group

Adani Group stocks back in the red after MSCI review

Adani Group's dream of building a winning streak in the market fell short on the third day. After rallying for two trading sessions, all listed companies of the group except for Adani Wilmar ended in the red on Thursday.

13 Dec 2022

Aurora

Dazzling pink auroras captured over Norwegian skies: Check it out

On the night of December 10, a pink aurora was seen over the skies of Tromso in Norway. This stunning aerial display was triggered by a magnetic substorm.

07 Oct 2022

Nobel Peace Prize

3 human rights campaigners jointly clinch Nobel Peace Prize 2022

The Nobel Peace Prize 2022 was awarded jointly to Belarusian human rights activist Ales Bialiatski, the Russian human rights organization Memorial and Ukraine's Center for Civil Liberties.

04 Jul 2022

Denmark

Copenhagen mall shooting: Man opens fire killing 3, injuring many

Three people were killed and several others injured in a shooting incident at Denmark's Copenhagen mall on Sunday, Danish police stated, adding that one suspect, a 22-year-old Dane, had been arrested.

16 Jun 2022

Travel And Tourism

5 unique places to stay in Norway

Norway is a beautiful country surrounded by magnificent mountains, oceans, incredible hiking trails, and world-famous fjords.

03 Jun 2022

Canada

5 most scenic rail routes in the world

Who loves a nice long train journey?

24 Mar 2022

Spain

5 famous lighthouses in the world

Lighthouses are usually set up at harbor and bay entrances and have served as crucial landmarks for hundreds of years for ships.

21 Aug 2021

Sports

Footballer fired, others warned over involvement in stadium sex party

A Norwegian first division football club, SK Brann, has fired one player and issued warnings to 10 others following a late-night sex party they organized at the club's stadium.

17 Jan 2021

Pfizer

Norway raises COVID-19 vaccine concerns for elderly after 29 deaths

Norway has expressed concern over the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech among older populations as 29 people died after receiving the shot.

16 Dec 2020

India

India slips on Human Development Index, takes the 131st rank

In a worrying piece of news, India slipped on the Human Development Index (HDI), taking the 131st position this year, as compared to the 129th place a year ago.

26 Dec 2019

Suicide

Author Ari Behn, ex-husband of Norway Princess Martha, kills himself

The former son-in-law of Norway's King Harald V has died, announced his manager.

05 Aug 2019

India

Five countries to explore, if you want to travel solo

Whether your friends are too busy to join you or you want to cut your social life for a while to seek inner peace, solo travel is never a bad idea.

30 Apr 2019

Russia News

This mysterious whale could be Russian spy, marine experts claim

In a weird case, marine experts in Norway are suspecting that a white beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) is a Russian Navy operative.

20 Feb 2019

Samsung

Samsung leaks Galaxy S10's ad hours before launch

In a few hours, Samsung will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Galaxy series with the launch of all-new Galaxy S10 and its siblings.

13 Feb 2019

India

Norwegian pays Rs. 28,000 for street-haircut in Ahmedabad. Here's why

Small street businessmen in India often hoodwink foreign tourists by charging them over double the original price.

11 Jan 2019

Sweden

Tea-seller and globetrotter: Story of a 70-year-old Keralite couple

If you think you are too broke to travel the world, you might want to take some tips from this Keralite couple who has traveled to 23 countries just by selling tea and coffee.

05 Sep 2018

Facebook

Adil Hussain's film declared Norway's official entry for the Oscars

Actor Adil Hussain has announced that his film 'What Will People Say' has been declared as the official entry of Norway for the 2019 Academy Awards.

26 Aug 2017

India

Ahead of crucial rallies, Rahul Gandhi leaves for Norway

In a move that has garnered attention, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi is leaving for Oslo "for a few days" on the invitation of Norway's Foreign Affairs Ministry.

04 Feb 2017

Donald Trump

Former Norwegian PM detained at US airport over Iran visit

Kjell Magne Bondoevik, who served as Norway's prime minister from 1997-2000 and 2001-05, said he was detained at an airport in the US earlier this week.

19 Aug 2016

London

Norway's sovereign wealth fund uncertain about UK property prices

Norway's sovereign wealth fund (SWF), one of the Britain's biggest foreign investors, said that it was uncertain about the value of its property investments in the UK.