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Saturday, August 23, 2025
TopicEuropean Union

Topic: European Union

European Parliament declares Russia a ‘state sponsor of terrorism’, Zelenskyy welcomes decision

The European Union, however, does not have a legal framework in place to back up the move. The bloc has also imposed unprecedented sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

Indian refiners wary of buying Russian oil after 5 Dec when EU sanctions take effect, says report

India & China had become Russia's biggest customers after the West shunned Russian oil following the outbreak of war in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine war has put Europe on energy crisis mode. Historical reliance adds to problem

Russia provided roughly 40 per cent of all imported gas to the EU prior to the invasion, says the European Commission.

EU’s Digital Markets Act means big problems for big tech. Here’s why

DMA aims to prevent gatekeepers from imposing unfair conditions on businesses and end users and ensure openness of important digital services.

Airbnb, rivals will have to share bookings data with authorities under proposed EU rules

The proposal comes as popular tourist destinations such as Paris, Venice and Barcelona blame Airbnb for aggravating housing shortages by pushing out lower-income residents.

‘Powerful explosions’ caused Nord Stream gas pipeline leaks, Denmark echoes claims of sabotage

A Swedish newspaper Expressen reported a 50-metre section missing from one area of pipeline. Meanwhile, European Commission proposed emergency measures to tackle high energy prices.

EU to slap sanctions on Iran over human rights crackdown, warns more if involved with Russia

Ukraine has reported a spate of Russian attacks with Iranian-made Shahed-136 drones in recent weeks. Iran denies supplying the drones to Russia, while the Kremlin has not commented.

India can help end the Russia-Ukraine war. Not being part of EU may be key

Modi who can bring Putin and Zelenskyy on the same table, writes Ashish Agnihotri.

Europe under threat of new Covid-19 wave, booster campaign makes slow start

Public health experts warn that vaccine fatigue & confusion over available vaccines will limit booster uptake. Cases in the EU are rising as global numbers decline, based on WHO data.

‘Need price cap on all Russian gas imports’, says EU energy chief

Ahead of the European Union energy ministers meet on Friday, Kadri Simson said the bloc was ready to introduce a separate price cap specifically on gas used for power generation.

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Swraj Paul was the original NRI powerbroker. Helped Indira’s return, shaped India Inc

When he was asked why he was so loud in his criticisms of Indian industry when his purpose could be better served by a shrewder approach, he said, “Because I am a Punjabi, not a Marwari”.

New insolvency frameworks to shorter timelines, how 2025 amendment bill proposes to transform IBC

New bill aims to fix key issues with IBC 2016, including delays & patchy implementation, and protect creditors, with window for genuine promoters to retain control of their companies.

India and France to jointly develop and manufacture 120 kN engine for homegrown AMCA

The new engine, set to be developed over the next 10 years, will power the second tranche of Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft. First set will be equipped with GE 414 engines.

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?