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No more samba, Rio de Janeiro to curb live music on beaches

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil: Starting June 1, Rio de Janeiro's Mayor Eduardo Paes has issued a new set of rules for the city's beaches that ban food and drink sales, chair rentals, loud music, and live performances unless the vendors have official permits.

Paes says the goal is to improve public safety, protect the environment, and maintain peace between tourists and residents.

If you've ever visited Rio de Ja

China's GAC enters Brazil EV market, plans factory by 2026

SAO PAULO, Brazil: Amid a surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption and growing competition in Brazil, Chinese automaker GAC has officially launched sales in the country and announced plans to build a local factory by the end of 2026.

The company will begin its operations in Brazil on May 31 with four imported electric vehicles and one hybrid model. It expects to sell 100,000 units over the next five years, GAC In

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Slovakia opposes EU's plan to end Russian energy imports: PM

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on Sunday that his government cannot support the European Union's (EU) proposal to completely halt nuclear fuel imports from Russia.

Addressing a press conference, Fico said the plan would threaten the operation of nuclear power plants in Slovakia.

The European Commission last month unveiled a new roadm

China expands visa-free access to 5 Latin American countries

BEIJING, June 1 (Xinhua) -- China on Sunday began implementing a trial policy that unilaterally grants visa-free entry to citizens of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay. It is the first time that China has extended such access to nations in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Under the policy, which will remain in effect through May 31, 2026, holders of ordinary passports from these five countries can enter

Spanish and Italian Navy ships engage in tactical exercises with Indian Navy in Mumbai

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): ESPS Reina Sofia, commanded by Cdr Salvador Moreno Regil, Spanish Navy and ITS Antonio Marceglia, commanded by Cdr Alberto Bartolomeo, Italian Navy, are in Mumbai from 26 May to 1 June 2025 for an operational turnaround.

Both ships currently operate under the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR). It is the first such visit to India conducted under the aegis of the European Union

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to represent India at 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brazil

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has left for Brazil to participate in the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, scheduled to be held in the capital city of Brasilia.

Birla will represent India at the forum from June 3 to June 5. The event will focus on discussions around the role of BRICS parliaments in global governance.

During the forum, Birla is set to address key topics, including

All-party delegation led by Tharoor receives warm welcome in Brazil

Brasilia [Brazil], June 1 (ANI): All-Party delegation leader and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday arrived at Brasilia, where he was accorded a warm welcome.

The delegation was received at the airport by Sandeep Kumar Kujur, Charge d'Affaires of the Indian Embassy in Brazil.

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"Can't afford to dwell on it": Tharoor on criticisms heaped on him by Congress

Brasilia [Brazil], June 1 (ANI): All-party delegation leader and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday underscored the importance of focusing on their mission Operation Sindoor outreach, informing the world about India's anti-terrorism stance and response, while engaging with international counterparts.

This global outreach aims to strengthen diplomatic efforts against terrorism and convey India's message of zero

"Feedback has been very positive," All-Party Delegation leader Tharoor recounts journey after arrival in Brazil

Brasilia [Brazil], June 1 (ANI): All-Party delegation leader and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday arrived in Brazil, where he will be holding meetings.

Tharoor said that the feedback to the delegation so far has been positive, especially after Colombian government retracted its statement condoling Pakistani terrorists' deaths after India expressed its disappointment.

'Well, we are on a five-country visi

All 7 NCP MLAs in Nagaland merge with NDPP, give CM Rio absolute majority in assembly

Kohima, (Nagaland) [India] June 1 (ANI): All seven Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MLAs in Nagaland joined the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP), giving the Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio-led party an absolute majority in the 60-member assembly.

With this merger, the NDPP's tally increased from 25 to 32. NCP emerged as the third-largest party in the 2023 assembly elections, after the NDPP and it

Rare Arctic bird Sabine's Gull makes rare appearance in Nalsarova

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 31 (ANI): Globally rare Arctic bird, Sabine's Gull, made a rare appearance at Gujarat's Nalsarova on Saturday morning.

On Saturday morning, staff of the Forest Department at the Nalsarovar Wildlife Sanctuary--a Ramsar site--spotted the rare Sabine's Gull, a moment of thrill, pride, and joy for bird enthusiasts and ornithologists alike.

The bird was observed in the open w

UAE-Serbia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement officially comes into force

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 31 (ANI/WAM): The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Serbia has officially come into force, marking a significant milestone in the deepening of economic ties between the two nations.

The agreement is set to foster enhanced trade and investment flows, paving the way for collaboration across a wide variety o

Argentine Talent Shines as KARDO Award winners announced

Buenos Aires [Argentina], May 31 (ANI): The national qualifying round of the KARDO International Competition-Award, part of Russia's Presidential Platform - the Land of Opportunity,' concluded with high energy and enthusiasm in Buenos Aires. Hundreds of participants and spectators filled the venue, as Argentina hosted its stage of the world's only award dedicated exclusively to street sports and culture, as reported by

India pleased to note that Colombia's statemnent on Op Sindoor is withdrawn, Tharoor says

Bogota [Colombia], May 31 (ANI): All-Party Delegation leader and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said that he was now pleased by the decision of Colombia government to issue a new statement expressing solidarity with India after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

Tharoor said that earlier Colombia did not seem to understand India's stance. But, after they held talks with the Foreign Ministry, Colombia ro

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan holds bilateral talks with Netherland counterpart on defence cooperation

Singapore City [Singapore], May 31 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan held bilateral discussions with General Onno Eichelsheim, Chief of Defence of the Netherlands, to strengthen defence cooperation between the two nations.

According to the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), the discussions focused on exploring avenues to enhance military engagement through exchange programs and