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Dutch government seizes control of China-owned chipmaker amid trade tensions
The Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor manufacturer. The decision comes as part of rising global trade tensions and national security concerns.
'No new air-to-air missiles for Pakistan': US refutes reports
The United States has denied media reports that it is supplying new Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) to Pakistan under a modified defense contract.
Germany allows police to shoot down drones after Munich incident
The German cabinet has approved a reform to the Federal Police Act, allowing federal police to shoot down rogue drones.
US announces air-to-air missiles for Pakistan after Trump-Sharif-Asim Munir meeting
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a new phase in defense cooperation with Pakistan.
Drone sightings force Munich airport shutdown, thousands of passengers stranded
Germany's Munich airport has been temporarily shut down after drones were spotted near its airspace.
OpenAI's AI tools now available to German government employees
SAP SE has announced partnerships with OpenAI and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to bolster its "digital sovereignty" offerings for European governments.
Germany invites Indian talent as US tightens H-1B visa rules
As the United States tightens its H-1B visa program, Germany is looking to attract Indian talent.
How H-1B visa fee hike hurts students eyeing US jobs
US President Donald Trump has announced a steep hike in the cost of H-1B visas, a move that is causing concern among Indian students and their families.
India ranks 38 in global innovation index; check top 10
India ranks 38th among 139 economies in the Global Innovation Index (GII), which evaluates countries based on their innovation capabilities. It was 39th last year.
Ford to cut 1,000 jobs at Cologne EV plant
Ford has announced plans to cut up to 1,000 jobs at its electric vehicle (EV) plant in Cologne, Germany.
Tata Technologies acquires German automotive engineering firm ES-Tec for €75M
Tata Technologies, the digital and engineering services arm of the Tata Group, has acquired Germany-based ES-Tec Group for €75 million (over ₹775 crore).
Global EV sales surge 25% in 2025 led by Europe
Global electric vehicle (EV) sales have surged by a whopping 25% in the first eight months of 2025, compared to the same period last year.
Google sued for not removing leaked nude images, sex videos
A woman in Germany, identified as Laura in court documents, is suing tech giant Google over the unauthorized sharing of her private nude images and sex videos.
Germany: Teacher on 16-year sick-leave sues employer for this reason
A German teacher, who has been on sick leave for 16 years, is now suing her employer after being asked to prove her illness.
Tamil Nadu government inks ₹15,500cr investment deals with UK, Germany
The Tamil Nadu government has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹15,516 crore during its 'TN Rising' investment drive in the UK and Germany.
16 German politicians' sudden deaths before elections spark conspiracy theories
As many as 16 candidates for local elections in Germany have died one after the other in recent days, sparking conspiracy theories across the country and on social media.
26 nations have pledged post-war security support for Ukraine: Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has said that 26 countries are ready to offer postwar security guarantees to Ukraine.
Streameast, world's largest illegal sports streaming network, shut down
Streameast, a popular platform for live sports streaming, has been shut down by global authorities over copyright infringement.
India to surpass US economy by 2038 despite tariffs: EY
India is projected to become the world's second-largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP) by 2038, according to a report by Ernst & Young (EY).
Why Apple cannot call its Watch a carbon-neutral product
A German court has ruled against Apple, rejecting the company's claim that its Watch Series 9 is a carbon-neutral product.
After India, New Zealand suspends postal services to US
New Zealand Post has temporarily suspended most mail services to the United States due to uncertainty over upcoming tariffs.
Uber auto ride costs ₹425/km in Bengaluru
A Reddit user has sparked a debate over high cab fares in Bengaluru after sharing an experience of exorbitant charges during rainy weather.
European postal services halt shipments to US: Here's why
Multiple European postal services have temporarily halted shipments to the United States.
Germany: TikTok replaces its trust and safety team with AI
TikTok employees in Berlin are staging protests against the company's decision to lay off its entire trust and safety team.
Was Kapil Sharma's cafe attacked due to Salman?
Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Surrey, Canada, has been attacked twice in recent weeks.
Playing video games may boost your kid's IQ: Study
A recent study suggests that playing video games is associated with a boost in a child's intelligence quotient (IQ).
Piyush Goyal shares IMF growth projections, mocks Trump's remarks
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has shared the International Monetary Fund (IMF) growth projections on social media, showcasing India's strong economic outlook.
Former MP Prajwal Revanna sentenced to life in rape case
Prajwal Revanna, the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Devegowda and a suspended Janata Dal (Secular) leader, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a special court for elected representatives.
'Kaan kholke sun le...': Jaishankar reiterates no Trump-Modi phone call
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar clarified once again in the Rajya Sabha that there were no phone calls between United States President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi from April 22 to June 16.
Opposition interrupts Jaishankar during Op Sindoor debate; Shah loses cool
The Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor turned tense on Monday as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar was interrupted by chants of opposition leaders.
'Shameful': US, Israel fume as France recognizes Palestinian state
The United States and Israel have slammed French President Emmanuel Macron's decision to recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations in September.
Anne Hathaway leads A24's 'Mother Mary': What to expect
New details about the upcoming A24 film Mother Mary have been revealed in a Vogue cover story featuring lead actor Anne Hathaway.
Germany accuses China of targeting its plane with laser
The German government has accused the Chinese military of targeting its aircraft with a laser during a European Union operation in the Red Sea.
Young Europeans becoming increasingly skeptical of democracy, finds survey
A recent study has revealed that young Europeans are showing declining support for democracy.
Ukraine launches one of deepest drone strikes into Russia
In one of the deepest strikes inside Russian territory, Ukrainian drones hit the Russian city of Izhevsk on Tuesday. The attack killed three people and injured dozens more.
What is Germany's 'Cyber Dome' and why Israel is involved
Germany is planning to set up a joint cyber research center with Israel, as part of its national cyber defense strategy.
'Answer is no': Iran rejects any negotiation with Trump administration
Iran has rejected any possibility of negotiations with the United States under President Donald Trump, accusing Washington of complicity in Israeli aggression.
Visiting Germany? Eat these authentic dishes
Germany, with its rich culinary traditions, has so many vegetarian snacks that are simply delicious and extremely satisfying.
When, where to watch Wong Kar-wai's debut series
Wong Kar-wai's 30-part television series, Blossoms Shanghai, will premiere on the Criterion Channel later this year.
Why Germany and others are banning Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft Office, a staple in homes, schools, and offices worldwide, is facing restrictions in government systems in certain European regions.
'Have first-hand experience': Nawazuddin says 'easy' to play struggling actor
Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who was first seen in Sarfarosh in 1999, will be seen as a struggling actor again in Aditya Kripalani's film, titled Main Actor Nahi Hoon (I'm Not An Actor).