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Finland invites singles rejected on dating apps on a free trip to meet life partners over dinner; check eligibility and how to apply; registration closing soon
Finland invites singles: Finland is offering singles an unusual chance to find love through a dinner-date experience in the world's happiest country. The selected participants will get a free trip, with applications closing soon. Who can apply, what does the experience involve and how can interested singles register?
World's strongest passports: UAE leads, US ranks 10th; where does India stand?
The United Arab Emirates leads the 2026 Passport Index with a Mobility Score of 182 and access to 182 destinations. India stands at the 72nd position with a Mobility Score of 70, highlighting limited travel access. The rankings reflect significant disparities in international mobility for different nationalities.
Canada deepens Arctic defense ties with Nordics after Trump threats
Canada is forging new alliances with Nordic nations to secure its vast Arctic region. This move comes as the United States' commitment wavers and Russia and China increase their military activities. Canada aims to reduce its reliance on the U.S. for defense, focusing on collaboration with trusted partners like Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.
PM Modi embarks on tour of UAE, Europe
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a six-day international tour. He will visit the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. The trip aims to strengthen India's global partnerships. Key focus areas include energy security, trade, and critical technologies. Modi will engage with leaders to advance cooperation and discuss regional and global issues.
India, UAE set to ink energy pacts on LPG and strategic oil reserves on Friday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a significant visit to the UAE and four European nations. Key agreements on energy security with the UAE are expected. The tour includes discussions on trade, investment, and strategic partnerships with the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. This trip aims to deepen India's global engagement and economic ties.
PM Modi set to visit Europe in May, likely to meet Pope
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a week-long European tour around May 18. He will attend the India-Nordic summit in Oslo, focusing on green energy and innovation. The visit includes stops in the Netherlands and Italy for discussions on trade, defence, and energy. A potential meeting with the Pope is also on the agenda.
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Britain's Kier Starmer seeks to bolster China ties despite Trump warning
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited China, highlighting the UK's substantial contributions. He met with top Chinese leaders, securing agreements including visa-free travel for Britons. China also agreed to reduce tariffs on British whisky. These developments aim to boost UK economic growth, with major companies like AstraZeneca announcing significant investments in China. The visit signifies a move towards closer ties.
Donald Trump's Greenland tariffs prompt calls for unprecedented EU counter-measures
European Union nations are urged to deploy a new economic tool against US President Donald Trump's tariff threats. Trump has vowed to impose tariffs on several European countries and Britain. This action is in response to these nations sending military personnel to Greenland.
Donald Trump once decried the idea of presidential vacations. His Scotland trip is built around golf
Donald Trump's trip to Scotland, framed as a working visit, is raising eyebrows due to its focus on promoting his family's golf courses. Unlike his predecessors, Trump's itinerary appears to leverage his presidency to benefit his business interests. This move sparks ethics concerns, contrasting with past presidents who typically vacationed within the US, boosting domestic tourism without direct personal gain.
Who are the favorites to win Eurovision?
The Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, features a diverse range of acts, from Sweden's comedic sauna song to France's emotional ballad about motherhood. Other notable entries include Finland's sexually charged rock performance and Austria's operatic countertenor. Controversy surrounds some participants, such as Israel's song reflecting on the October 7th attacks and Estonia's humorous take on Italian stereotypes.
PM Modi plans 3-nation Europe trip with early Free Trade Agreement in mind
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is planning a Europe trip in mid-May, encompassing Croatia, Norway, and the Netherlands, as FTA negotiations intensify. The Norway leg includes the 3rd India-Nordic Summit, emphasizing renewables, high-tech, and investments. In the Netherlands, Modi will focus on high-tech collaboration, particularly semiconductors, reinforcing its role as a key economic partner.
Greenland's leader says the island 'is ours' in defiance of message from Trump
Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Bourup Egede affirmed the island's sovereignty after U.S. President Trump expressed intentions to acquire the territory. Trump emphasized the U.S. could secure Greenland one way or another, sparking concerns among Greenlanders and fueling discussions on independence from Denmark.
We do not want to be Americans: Greenland's Prime Minister rejects Trump's proposal
Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Bourup Egede asserted that Greenland cannot be bought or taken, emphasizing the island's right to self-determination. His statement comes after President Trump expressed the United States' interest in acquiring Greenland. Trump's comments have fueled interest in full independence from Denmark, making it a key issue in the upcoming Greenlandic elections.
India and EU to discuss preventing banned goods from going to Russia, envoy says
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen will visit India to discuss preventing restricted technologies from reaching Russia, particularly electronics with military applications. Talks will also cover reducing high tariffs on cars and wine to advance a free trade agreement. The EU is concerned about India’s role in supplying dual-use items to Russia, while India stresses its adherence to UN sanctions.
Schengen visas get costlier by 12% after European Union hikes fee
The fee hike comes after the Schengen Visa Code mandated every three years revision of EU visa fees in December 2023. The EU justifies the rise by pointing to inflation and the pay of civil officials. The last increase in fees was from €60 to €80 in February 2020.
The great holiday rush: This New Year season, Indians are travelling like never before, and the world is opening up to them
As per MakeMyTrip data, the top destinations for the last week of December in the domestic sector include Goa, Rajasthan, Varanasi, Kerala, Rishikesh and Kashmir. In terms of international flight bookings, popular destinations such as the UAE, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia continue to be favourites. There is also a "significant" increase for Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, and Kazakhstan, Magow said.
Vietnam may be the latest country to let Indians visit visa-free
Starting from mid-August, Vietnam began issuing e-visas for individuals from all countries and territories, providing a validity period of 90 days and allowing multiple entries. For citizens from the 13 countries exempted from visa requirements, there has been a threefold extension in the duration of stay, now set at 45 days.
Lapland UK tickets go on sale today; Here’s all you may need to know
Lapland UK is a joyous Christmas attraction in Ascot, Berkshire, that whisks visitors of all ages away to a paradise of cozy log cottages and snow-covered pine trees.
Green energy, Hi-tech key to PM Modi's Europe trip
A substantial portion of the visit will be in Copenhagen where the PM will take part in the second India Nordic summit besides bilateral summit. Indo-Denmark ties have come of age in recent years.
Is sleepy Joe Biden making Vladimir Putin blink?
Biden has done the best job a U.S. president could do, given the asymmetry in interests between America and Russia on Ukraine, to frame it. Ukraine is not only right next door to Russia, but it’s also a country whose fate and future are vitally important to Putin personally. By contrast, most Americans could not find Ukraine on a map and feel zero emotional attachment to its future.
Ask The Travel Expert: What is the ideal time to go on a trip to Europe?
When in Europe, don't forget to visit Paris, London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.
Ask the travel expert: What should you do if your airline loses your luggage?
Rakshit Desai, MD of FCM Travel Solutions India answers your questions on Travel — how-tos, trends, recommendations and more.
PM Narendra Modi to hardsell pet projects like Make In India at European Union summit
In this trip, the PM will also be involved in an official trip to Belgium after the EU summit before reaching Washington for the Nuclear Security Summit.
New technology enables mining for fuel from asteroids during Mars flights
The E-sail could make asteroid mining feasible by providing essentially free logistics in the solar system outside of Earth's magnetosphere.
Tourists getting noticed: India's mobility score rises to 50 from 32 in 2008, says UN's Visa Openness Report
The Visa Openness Report 2014 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization says India has improved on its mobility score – the extent to which tourists can travel around the world without visa hassles.
Indians get visa-free or visa-on-arrival access in 52 nations
Indians get visa-free or visa-on-arrival access in 52 countries. Twenty-eight countries and territories are accessible visa-free.
EU envoy hopeful of FTA with India by this year
The proposed India-European Union free trade agreement could be materialised by this year, EU Ambassador to India Joao Cravinho has said.
European vacation: Sovereign debt crisis offering deep discounts for holiday seekers
If a European vacation has been on mind, now would be a good time to take it. Debt crisis has made these countries financially more accessible.
Sectacular Finland
Prakash Dubey was drawn once again to the spectacular autumn colours spreading like a delicate russet blush across Finland.
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