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Oslo [Norway], June 5 (ANI): Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal delivered the keynote speech at the India country session, India@NorShipping.

At the session, the Union Minister highlighted India's growing maritime capabilities, including a favourable policy-induced investment environment, proven shipbuilding strength, circular economy efforts, and innovative financing plans to accelerate sectoral growth.

Indian maritime firms bag shipbuilding deals, secures green tech and knowledge partnerships at Nor-Shipping in Oslo

Oslo [Norway], June 5 (ANI): The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, attended the MoU signing ceremonies in Oslo, as Indian maritime companies inked them with leading global players, exploring opportunities for collaboration and future business.

A Memorandum of Intent (MOI) was signed by Carsten Rehder Schiffsmakler und Rehder GmbH & Co. KG, Germany and Garden Reach Sh

Viswanathan Anand lauds Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh, hails rise of chess in India

Stavanger [Norway], June 5 (ANI): Five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand expressed his delight at the growing popularity of chess in India, attributing the surge of interest to the emergence of young stars like R Praggnanandhaa and Dommaraju Gukesh.

Anand said that these rising talents have played a pivotal role in captivating fans and sustaining excitement around the game.

Baltic and Black seas are NATO areas Rutte

Both bodies of water are important for Russias naval operations and energy exports

Secretary General Mark Rutte has stated that NATO now considers the Baltic and Black Seas areas of strategic responsibility.

Rutte made the remarks on Wednesday ahead of a meeting of NATO defense ministers. He was responding to a question about rising tensions in the Baltic region, following incidents involvi

Baltic and Black seas are NATO areas bloc chief

Both bodies of water are important for Russias naval operations and energy exports

Secretary General Mark Rutte has stated that NATO now considers the Baltic and Black Seas areas of strategic responsibility.

Rutte made the remarks on Wednesday ahead of a meeting of NATO defense ministers. He was responding to a question about rising tensions in the Baltic region, following incidents involvi

"India's maritime prowess soars, global collaborations give thrust to Make in India": Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Oslo [Norway], June 5 (ANI): The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, attended the MoU signing ceremonies in Oslo, as Indian maritime companies inked them with leading global players, exploring opportunities for collaboration and future business.

A Memorandum of Intent (MOI) was signed by Carsten Rehder Schiffsmakler und Rehder GmbH & Co. KG, Germany and Garden Reach

Norway Chess 2025, Round 8: Hikaru gets better of Gukesh

Stavanger [Norway], June 4 (ANI): Round 8 of Norway Chess 2025 brought many exciting games. One of the standout games featured Hikaru Nakamura against reigning World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh, according to a statement from Norway Chess.

Nakamura seized the initiative out of the opening by launching a powerful attack. Gukesh has managed to defend excellently in his last two games. But this time Nakamura was able

Daily World Briefing, June 4

Lee Jae-myung of South Korea's majority liberal Democratic Party was elected president, the ongoing vote count by the National Election Commission showed on Wednesday.

With 94.4 percent of the votes counted after midnight, Lee won 48.8 percent and his major rival Kim Moon-soo of the conservative People Power Party took 42.0 percent, the National Election Commission

NORWAY-LILLESTROM-NOR-SHIPPING 2025-CHINA PAVILION

(250603) -- LILLESTROM (NORWAY), June 3, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Even Tronstad Sagebakken (2nd L, Front), state secretary at Norway's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, tours the China Pavilion at Nor-Shipping 2025 in Lillestrom, Norway, on June 3, 2025. A Norwegian official has praised the green technologies and innovative solutions showcased by Chinese companies at Nor-Shipping 2025, expressing hope for enhanced mar

India Pavilion inaugurated by Crown Prince of Norway with Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at Nor-Shipping in Oslo

Oslo [Norway], June 3 (ANI): Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, joined His Royal Highness (HRH) The Crown Prince of Norway, Haakon, in Oslo, on Tuesday to jointly inaugurate the India Pavilion at Nor-Shipping, a premium global maritime event.

Marking India's first-ever participation in this premier global maritime event, the pavilion is designed to showcase the country

India to build first-ever Polar Research Vessel as GRSE signs MoU with Norway's Kongsberg

Oslo [Norway], June 3 (ANI): India's Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Norway's Kongsberg company to build India's first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV).

According to a release, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, also attended the MoU signing ceremony between the two companies. The MoU wa

Norway Chess 2025: Gukesh beats Arjun; Fabiano Caruana leads after round 7

Stavanger [Norway], June 3 (ANI): Round 7 of Norway Chess 2025 brought thrilling games across all boards. One of the standout games featured reigning World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh against fellow Indian grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi, according to a release from Norway Chess.

Erigaisi seized the initiative of the opening, launching what appeared to be a powerful and potentially decisive attack. However, Gukesh demon

LITHUANIA-VILNIUS-BUCHAREST NINE SUMMIT

(250603) -- VILNIUS, June 3, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Participants attend the Bucharest Nine (B9) summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, on June 2, 2025. The Bucharest Nine (B9) summit took place here on Monday, with leaders of the B9 and Nordic countries pledging to gradually increase defense spending. (Lithuanian Presidency/Handout via Xinhua)

Former world number 1 Magnus Carlsen hails world champion D Gukesh for his fighting spirit

Stavanger [Norway] June 2 (ANI): The five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen hailed the reigning world champion D Gukesh for his 'fighting spirit' and praised him for capitalising on the opportunity during their encounter in the ongoing Norway Chess 2025.

Gukesh pulled off a stunning victory against the former world number one in Round 6 of the tournament, turning the game around from a losing position on Sunday

Dhanush congratulates D Gukesh on victory over Magnus Carlsen in Norway Chess 2025

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): Dhanush has joined the growing list of admirers congratulating D Gukesh for his impressive win over five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen in the ongoing Norway Chess 2025.

The victory marked Gukesh's first-ever classical win over the Norwegian grandmaster. The 19-year-old also became the second Indian player to beat Carlsen in the competition's history, following gran

"Brilliance and dedication": PM Modi congratulates D Gukesh for memorable victory over Magnus Carlsen

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended wishes to the reigning world champion D Gukesh for his 'brilliance' as he trounced the five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen in Round 6 of the ongoing Norway Chess 2025.

Gukesh pulled off a stunning victory against the former world number one in Round 6 of the tournament, turning the game around from a losing position on Sunday. The victory

Sarbananda Sonowal holds talks with Japan's Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi in Oslo

Oslo [Norway], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal held a bilateral meeting with Terada Yoshimichi, Japan's Vice Minister for International Affairs, and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLITT) in Oslo on Monday, according to a satement from Ministry of Ports and Shipping.

Economic and Social Implications of Bulgaria's Eurozone Accession

The Fiscal Council of Bulgaria has reaffirmed that joining the eurozone is an economically and financially sound decision that will benefit Bulgarian citizens and the country as a whole. While the transition to the euro involves practical adjustments, the elimination of currency risk, access to lower borrowing costs, and improved macroeconomic stability are expected to boost investment and economic growth. This compreh

Finland to open new Honorary Consulate in Gujarat to boost ties in innovation, education, and sustainability

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 2 (ANI): The Embassy of Finland in New Delhi has announced the opening of a new Honorary Consulate in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, scheduled for June 9, 2025.

The move marks a significant milestone in Finland-India relations and highlights Finland's growing commitment to strengthening ties with India, particularly in Gujarat.

Magnus Carlsen punches table after stunning defeat to Gukesh

The Indian prodigy and world champion has bested the top-ranked grandmaster at Norway Chess 2025

In a dramatic twist at the Norway Chess tournament on Sunday, 19-year-old world champion Gukesh Dommaraju stunned top-ranked Magnus Carlsen in his first-ever classical victory over the former world champion.

Just as Carlsen seemed poised to widen his lead with a second win against the Indian pro

Hardeep Puri, Kiren Rijiju hail Gukesh's historic win over Carlsen at Norway Chess

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): The 19-year-old Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh's remarkable comeback has drawn widespread praise, highlighting the rising dominance of India's youth in global sports.

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju lauded Gukesh's achievement.

Hardeep Singh Puri posted on X, 'In one of the most spectacular comebacks, India's @DGukesh plots his way to his fi

"His aim is to become number one....": Gukesh's grandfather after grandson's win over Carlsen at Norway Chess

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 2 (ANI): Following D Gukesh's stunning win over Magnus Carlsen in round six of the ongoing Norway Chess, his grandfather Shankar Rajesh expressed pride at his win and spoke on former world number one's post-match outburst which saw him bang the table aggressively after the loss.

Gukesh pulled off a stunning victory against the former world number one in Round 6 of the ongoing No

"I've also banged a lot of tables...": Gukesh on Carlsen's post-loss outburst at Norway Chess

Stavanger [Norway], June 2 (ANI): Following his stunning victory over former world number one Magnus Carlsen in the round six of Norway Chess, India's World Champion chess star D Gukesh spoke on how he was not pleased with his win and had a sporting reaction to Carlsen's post-match outburst, which saw him bang the table aggressively and send down some pieces falling, reported Chess.com.

Carlsen aggressively bangs table, sends chess pieces falling after loss to Gukesh during Norway Chess competition

Stavanger [Norway], June 2 (ANI): After the world champion chess star D Gukesh's win during round six of the ongoing Norway Chess tournament, the former world number one Magnus Carlsen expressed his frustration with the loss by banging the table aggressively just after the game was concluded.

Gukesh pulled off a stunning victory against the former world number one in Round 6 of the ongoing Norway Chess 2025 tour

World Champion D Gukesh stuns former No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in Norway Chess 2025

Stavanger [Norway], June 2 (ANI): World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh pulled off a stunning victory against former World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in Round 6 of the ongoing Norway Chess 2025 tournament, turning the game around from a losing position on Sunday.

This marked Gukesh's first-ever classical win over the Norwegian grandmaster. The 19-year-old also became the second Indian player to beat Carlsen in the history of

UAE's first Woman Grandmaster ends maiden campaign in Stavanger with 3 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses, showing resilience after early setbacks

STAVANGER, Norway, 1st June, 2025 (WAM) -- UAE's rising chess star Rouda Al Serkal signed off her maiden appearance at the Norway Chess Open with a flourish, winning three consecutive games to close out the prestigious tournament's General Masters (GM) category on a high.

The 15-year-old showed remarkable resilience over nine gruelling rounds, bouncing back from early struggles to finish with a total of 4 points

UAE's first Woman Grandmaster ends maiden campaign in Stavanger with 3 wins, 2 draws, 4 losses, showing resilience after early setbacks

The 15-year-old showed remarkable resilience over nine gruelling rounds, bouncing back from early struggles to finish with a total of 4 points

Norway Chess 2025: Magnus Carlsen extends lead after round 5

Stavanger (Norway), June 1 (ANI): Round 5 of Norway Chess 2025 delivered gripping action across all boards. While all three classical games ended in draws, the intensity remained high as each matchup progressed to Armageddon.

The games of Arjun Erigaisi against Hikaru Nakamura, Wei Yi against World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh, and Fabiano Caruana against Magnus Carlsen ended in hard-fought draws.

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal to embark on five-day official visit to Norway & Denmark to strengthen maritime ties

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will embark on a five-day official visit to Norway and Denmark beginning June 2, an official statement said on Saturday.

The visit holds strategic importance as the Union Minister will lead the Team India delegation comprising senior officials from the Central and State governments, along with leading players from the

Digant Sharma Joins Global Leaders at Europe-Asia Economic Summit in Davos

New Delhi [India], May 31: Prominent Indian industrialist and global CSR leader Mr. Digant Sharma joined an elite gathering of world leaders, policymakers, and innovators at the first edition of the Europe-Asia Economic Summit (EAES), held at the Davos Congress Centre from May 27-28, 2025. The global summit brought together more than 100 participants from academia, government, multinational corporations, and

Chess stars turn Cowboys for a day at Norway Chess Games 2025

Stavanger (Norway), May 31 (ANI): In a dramatic twist from the chessboard to the Wild West, the world's top chess players swapped pawns for pistols, sieves, and lassos in this year's edition of Norway Chess Games.

Held on a tournament rest day, the tradition of light-hearted competition continued in unforgettable fashion with the 'Chess Cowboy Challenge', a high-spirited showdown in Westernbyen, a Western-themed

"Future is certainly very bright": Magnus Carlsen hails Indian chess grandmasters

Stavanger [Norway], May 31 (ANI): World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen lauded the Indian grandmasters Dommaraju Gukesh, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi during the ongoing Norway Chess 2025 and went on to say that the future of Indian chess is in safe hands.

In round 4 of the ongoing Norway Chess 2025 competition on Thursday, Carlsen showed his class with an instructive victory in the endgame against Indian N

UAE, Sweden discuss strengthening cooperation

ABU DHABI, 30th May 2025 (WAM) -- Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Committee on Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs in the Federal National Council (FNC), met with Fredrik Floren, Ambassador of Sweden to the UAE, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral and parliamentary cooperation between the two countries.

The meeting, held today in Abu Dhabi and attended by Sheikha Saeed Al Kaabi, FNC member, emphasis

UAE expresses solidarity with Finland, Estonia; conveys condolences over victims of helicopter collision

ABU DHABI, 18th May 2025 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Finland and the Republic of Estonia, and conveyed its sincere condolences over the victims of the collision of two helicopters near Eura Airport, which resulted in several deaths.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended its sincere condolences to the Republic of Finland and the Republic o

UAE leaders congratulate King of Norway on National Day

ABU DHABI, 17th May, 2025 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Harald V of Norway on the occasion of his country's National Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of

DAE completes US$2.0 billion acquisition of Nordic Aviation Capital

DUBAI, 7th May, 2025 (WAM) -- Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd today announced that it had completed the previously announced acquisition of 100% of the outstanding share capital of Nordic Aviation Capital Designated Activity Company and its consolidated subsidiaries ("NAC" or "Nordic Aviation Capital") from NAC Holdings Limited. The enterprise value is approximately US$2 billion.

UAE Ambassador presents credentials to King of Sweden

STOCKHOLM,7th April, 2025 (WAM) -- Ghasaq Shaheen, UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom of Sweden, presented her credentials to His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf, during an official ceremony at the Royal Palace in Stockholm.
She conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Hi

Finance Minister: We thank Sweden for its $80 million grant to Syria

Damascus, SANA- Finance Minister Mohammad Mohammed Yisr Barnieh met with the Swedish Ambassador to Syria and Lebanon, Jessica Svrdstrm, as he expressed his sincere thanks to the Swedish government for its generous $80 million grant to Syria, allocated for the years 2025 and 2026.

During a joint meeting at the Ministry of Finance., minister Barnieh and Ambassador Svrdstrm discussed bilateral Syrian-Swedish financi

France bears the brunt of Israels isolation ire

French President Emmanuel Macrons push for a long-term political solution to the Gaza crisis and his advocacy of a Palestinian state has earned the wrath of Israel and its supporters. France-Israel relations have been bumpy at times, but the current vitriol underscores the Netanyahu administrations panic over Israels depleting circle of diplomatic backers on the international stage.

German Investment Giant Dumps Exxon; Norwegian Pension Fund Sets Tough, New Reporting Standard

Two major European financial institutions are setting higher expectations for climate performance, with German asset manager Union Investment dropping all its holdings in ExxonMobil and Oslo-based pension manager Norges Bank Investment Management establishing tough, new sustainability reporting requirements for the thousands of companies it backs.

The incredible war preparations of NATO in Europe

We have heard mister Mark Rutte, the secretary general of NATO, in his press conference in Vilius, the 2 e of June and his incredibly belligerent words. For sure in preparation of the NATO summit in the Hague, Netherlands in some 3 weeks more.

It is good to mention here that the Hague officially is named the City of Peace and Justice and that it is the city where the International Peace Palace is situated since 2

Norwegian officials, businesses optimistic on green maritime cooperation with China

OSLO, June 5 (Xinhua) -- From cutting-edge green ships to smart emission control systems, Norwegian officials and business leaders say that China-Norway maritime cooperation is entering a new phase -- one that promises not only mutual economic benefits but also real progress in tackling global climate challenges.

Their optimism was on display at the 2nd China-Norway Green Cooperation Seminar held on Wednesday in

FIFA announces draw for U17 Women's World Cup

GENEVA, June 5 (Xinhua) -- The draw for the ninth FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup was announced Wednesday, with the 2025 edition set to feature 24 teams for the first time.

The tournament will take place in Rabat, Morocco, from October 17 to November 8.

It will also mark the first time the global event is held in Africa, with the draw ceremony staged at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Rabat.

Global gene banks add over 11,000 seed samples to Svalbard Vault

OSLO, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Fourteen gene banks from around the world are depositing more than 11,200 seed samples this week at the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, underscoring the critical role of crop diversity in future food security.

Nestled in the Arctic permafrost on Norway's Svalbard archipelago, the Seed Vault is the world's largest secure backup facility for crop diversity. To date, it safeguards over 1.3 mill

Norwegian official hails Chinese innovation, calls for deeper maritime ties

OSLO, June 3 (Xinhua) -- A Norwegian official has praised the green technologies and innovative solutions showcased by Chinese companies at Nor-Shipping 2025, expressing hope for enhanced maritime cooperation between Norway and China.

Speaking to Xinhua after visiting the China Pavilion, Even Tronstad Sagebakken, state secretary at Norway's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, said he was impressed by the

Ukrainian president, NATO chief meet in Vilnius

KIEV, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the sidelines of the Bucharest Nine and the Nordic Countries Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania.

In a post on Telegram, Zelensky said he had briefed Rutte on the outcome of the talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Trkiye.

Norway launches new scheme to attract researchers from outside Europe

OSLO, June 2 (Xinhua) -- The Norwegian government on Monday announced the launch of a new scheme aimed at attracting experienced researchers from outside Europe to Norway, in a bid to boost the quality and internationalization of the country's research sector.

"Norway must be proactive in a demanding situation for academic freedom in the world," said Minister of Research and Higher Education Sigrun Aasland in a

Bucharest Nine summit held in Vilnius

VILNIUS, June 2 (Xinhua) -- The Bucharest Nine (B9) summit took place here on Monday, with leaders of the B9 and Nordic countries pledging to gradually increase defense spending.

According to a joint statement issued by Lithuania's Presidential Palace, the leaders "are moving towards reaching at least five percent of GDP" on defense and defense-related investments.

Roundup: Olympic champions Katzberg, Rogers dominate at Nairobi's Kip Keino Classic

NAIROBI, May 31 (Xinhua) -- The sixth edition of the Absa Kip Keino Classic concluded here on Saturday with Canadian Olympic champions Ethan Katzberg and Camryn Rogers reigning supreme in the men's and women's hammer throw competitions.

Elsewhere, a monumental upset occurred in the men's 100m final when Australia's Lachlan Kennedy clocked a personal best of 9.98 seconds, stunning South African sensation Bayanda

UAE delegation visits Finland to expand cooperation in critical, emerging, advanced technologies

HELSINKI, 2nd May, 2025 (WAM)-- A UAE delegation led by Omran Sharaf, Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Science and Technology, has concluded a successful two-day mission to Helsinki, Finland. The visit focused on enhancing the current partnership with Finland, exploring new opportunities in critical, emerging and advanced technologies, and further reinforcing the UAE's commitment to strengthening and expanding i

Joint donor statement on humanitarian aid to Gaza

The foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, as well as the the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the Eur

Instead of Steps towards Peace, We Have Witnessed a Brutal Surge in Large-Scale Russian Attacks Across Ukraine, Under-Secretary-General Tells Security Council

Note: Full coverage of today's Security Council meeting on Ukraine will be available Friday, 30 May.

Rather than progress towards peace following direct negotiations between the Russian Federation and Ukraine in Istanbul earlier in May, the Security Council heard today that the month’s closing days have instead witnessed Moscow intensify attacks on its neighbour.<

United Nations Selects Indigenous Social Worker from Canada, Kenyan Social Entrepreneur to Be Awarded 2025 UN Mandela Prize

The laureates of the 2025 United Nations Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize are Brenda Reynolds, a social worker of Saulteaux heritage supporting the health and well-being of Indigenous communities in Canada, and Kennedy Odede, founder and CEO of Shining Hope for Communities, a Kenyan grassroots organization providing services to urban slums.

Secretary-General António Guterres will awa