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Germany set to elect new chancellor amid political shifts; on WWII anniversary

Germany set to elect new chancellor amid political shifts; on WWII anniversary

The Germany lawmakers are set to elect their new 10th chancellor for the country on the eve of 80th anniversary of World War II. Friedrich Merz, the leader of Alternative for Germany party is seen to be the new chancellor

06 May,2025 01:01 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Turkey marks anniversary of WWI battle that killed scores

Turkey marks anniversary of WWI battle that killed scores

The ceremony kicked off with a mournful Maori lament setting the tone for the solemn observance; The gathering took place near a beach where the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) first landed at Gallipoli at dawn on April 25, 1915

26 April,2025 09:01 AM IST | Istanbul | Agencies
Russia invites PM Modi for May 9 victory day parade in Moscow

Russia invites PM Modi for May 9 victory day parade in Moscow

Russia has officially invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the May 9 Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of Germany's defeat in World War II. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko confirmed that the visit is under consideration and that an invitation has already been sent

09 April,2025 01:24 PM IST | Moscow | PTI
Japan: Emperor pays homage to WWII victims

Japan: Emperor pays homage to WWII victims

The visit by Naruhito and his wife, Emperor Masako, both born after the war, is their first to the island. 

08 April,2025 08:38 AM IST | Japan | Agencies
Russia used gas pipeline to strike Ukrainian troops

Russia used gas pipeline to strike Ukrainian troops

Ukraine launched a cross-border incursion into Kursk in August 2024 the largest attack on Russian territory since World War II

10 March,2025 08:38 AM IST | Kyiv | Agencies
The Brutalist review: Adrien Brody, Guy Pearce's film is full of surprises

The Brutalist review: Adrien Brody, Guy Pearce's film is full of surprises

The Brutalist is a great, unusual story brought together by languorous filmmaking, profound writing, and an incredible performance from Adrien Brody

28 February,2025 07:11 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson Thomas
Trump claims Harris would lead to WWIII, Michelle Obama campaigns for Kamala

Trump claims Harris would lead to WWIII, Michelle Obama campaigns for Kamala

"To make her president would be to gamble with the lives of millions of people. She would get us into a World War III guaranteed because she is too grossly incompetent to do the job," Trump stated.

27 October,2024 01:30 PM IST | Washington | ANI
Satara’s oldest ex-soldier fights for govt aid to save his foot

Satara’s oldest ex-soldier fights for govt aid to save his foot

The 98-year-old is among several war veterans in the state, most of whom served in World War II, who face their greatest battle yet: Getting adequate financial and medical aid in their silver years

20 October,2024 08:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar Menon
US bomb from World War II explodes at Japanese airport, no injuries reported

US bomb from World War II explodes at Japanese airport, no injuries reported

Land and Transport Ministry officials stated there were no aircraft nearby when the World War II-era bomb exploded at Miyazaki Airport in southwestern Japan

02 October,2024 05:03 PM IST | Tokyo | AP
Austria’s Freedom Party gets 1st far-right win since WWII

Austria’s Freedom Party gets 1st far-right win since WWII

However, it is still unclear if it will get a chance to govern the country

01 October,2024 08:50 AM IST | Vienna | Agencies

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