Who sank Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, was NATO involved, and was it torpedoed? Reports explain mystery, ship's route, nuclear cargo claims and US aircraft presenceWho sank Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, was NATO involved, and was it torpedoed? This explainer covers the sinking of the Ursa Major near S...
12 May, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
Portugal eyes bigger role in India’s infrastructure, manufacturing push as trade ties deepenPortugal's Minister of State for Economy, João Rui Ferreira, expressed readiness to contribute to India's infrastructure goals, highlightin...
11 May, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
Four candidates for UN secretary-general audition this week. That's far fewer than in 2016Four candidates are vying to become the next United Nations Secretary-General. This selection process unfolds in a world marked by deep div...
20 Apr, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Portugal tightens immigration laws with far-right supportThe Portuguese government on Tuesday adopted stricter immigration laws that make it harder to enter the country, pushed through with the su...
01 Oct, 2025, 10.51 AM IST
A haven for many Americans and asylum seekers, Portugal now tightens citizenship rules for foreigners - key pointsPortugal will now require 10 years of residency before most foreigners can request citizenship. People from Portuguese-speaking nations wil...
26 Jun, 2025, 01.42 AM IST
Will not be 'intimidated' by 'provocations': Indian mission after Pakistani protest in PortugalThe Indian embassy in Portugal faced a protest by a Pakistani group. India responded firmly, calling it 'Operation Sindoor'. This followed ...
19 May, 2025, 03.30 PM IST
Indian Constitution 'forced' on Goa after liberation: Congress candidate Viriato FernandesViriato Fernandes, a supporter of dual citizenship for Goans who have opted for Portuguese passports, said that then-Prime Minister Jawahar...
24 Apr, 2024, 05.16 PM IST
Portugal to reward Bachelor’s & Master’s graduates with salary bonusesThe scope of the premium extends to all taxpayers under the age of 35 residing in Portugal, having completed their bachelor's and/or master...
04 Jan, 2024, 09.00 AM IST
Portugal pushes for early conclusion of India-EU FTAPortugal is also ready to be India’s bridge and gateway to the Lusophone world – Portuguese-speaking countries and territories, Dias pointe...
04 Jul, 2018, 12.12 AM IST
China, Pakistan mum on Amarnath attack amid world outrageChina and Pakistan, a SAARC-member nation, are only two immediate neighbours of India which have not commented on the the attack.
12 Jul, 2017, 08.52 PM IST
Portugal will always be a strong advocate of India in Europe: PM António CostaCosta highlighted various aspects of the Indian diaspora in Portugal, their deep ties with Goa and growing bilateral relationship.
07 Jan, 2017, 09.24 AM IST
After BJP 'flip flop', AAP promises special status for GoaThe ruling BJP in the state had in its 2012 election manifesto promised special status to Goa. However, Parsekar recently ruled out the pos...
25 Nov, 2016, 06.44 PM IST
RSS demands apology from Portugual PM on his visit to Goa"He will have to apologise to the people of Goa for 450 years long Portuguese oppressive rule," RSS Goa unit Chief Subhash Velingkar said.
19 Jan, 2016, 03.10 PM IST
Most Portuguese do not believe leftist government is possible: PollOne in three Portuguese believe three left-wing parties could form the country's next government, but almost twice as many say they will fa...
13 Oct, 2015, 11.38 PM IST
Lalit Modi row: Congress links Rajasthan government's MoU with PortugalR S Rathore said that the MoU with the Portuguese Biomedical Research Organisation was signed after considering an experts committee's repo...
17 Jun, 2015, 10.08 PM IST
- EU prepares multi-billion bailout for indebted Portugal
EU finance ministers thrashed out Friday a multi-billion-dollar debt rescue for Portugal, demanding tough conditions.
08 Apr, 2011, 08.52 PM IST
- Portugal’s bond rating may be cut
Portugal may have its bond rating cut by Moody’s Investors Service “by a notch or two” because of concerns over ‘sluggish’ economic growth.
22 Dec, 2010, 06.26 AM IST