All posts tagged: Europes

From Tamil cinema’s biggest screens to Europe’s racing circuits, Ajith Kumar is rewriting what a star can do | Tamil News

From Tamil cinema’s biggest screens to Europe’s racing circuits, Ajith Kumar is rewriting what a star can do | Tamil News

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Three decades, 63 films, four Vijay Awards, a Padma Bhushan, and a Gentleman Driver of the Year award from Venice. Ajith Kumar has built a career that does not fit neatly into any single category, and at 55, he seems entirely uninterested in making it fit. Ajith Kumar came up through the ranks of Tamil cinema in the 1990s as a romantic lead, with films like Aasai, Kadhal Kottai, and Kaadhal Mannan giving him his early foothold. The shift toward mass action cinema happened gradually through the 2000s, with films like Villain, Dheena, and Vaali showing audiences a different dimension to him. But it was Mankatha in 2011 that gave him his most fan-favourite screen image. A morally grey antihero in a slick heist thriller, the film connected with audiences in a way that has not dimmed. It saw a re-release in January 2026 and opened strongly, a clear indication that the affection for that particular chapter of his career remains intact. His last two theatrical outings both came in 2025. Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh …

Travel Like Smriti Mandhana in Europe’s Winter Wonderland

Travel Like Smriti Mandhana in Europe’s Winter Wonderland

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3 min readNew DelhiApr 21, 2026 11:00 PM IST Smriti Mandhana’s latest holiday to Europe’s winter wonderland — read: Switzerland — is every travel enthusiast’s dream. Snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes and scenic trails offer the most enchanting break from the stifling summer heat of the city. If you are planning a summer getaway, take note of these destinations that offer breathtaking beauty and unforgettable experiences for every nature lover and wanderer. Gornergrat With its sunny observation platform accessible all year, the Gornergrat, at an altitude of 3,089 m, has been one of Switzerland’s top excursion destinations since 1898. The adventure begins with the ride on the Gornergrat Railway, which offers magnificent views of the Matterhorn. The panoramic views from the top are breathtaking: mountains and glaciers as far as the eye can see. In summer, marvel at the reflection of the Matterhorn in the surface of the Riffelsee and enjoy scenic hiking trails to the Alpine Garden or the famous Valais Blacknose Sheep. In winter, the beautiful tobogganing route from Rotenboden to Riffelberg is just …

From Arsenal’s stuttering charge in England to Real Madrid-Barcelona’s battle in Spain: How are Europe’s top 5 leagues shaping up | Football News

From Arsenal’s stuttering charge in England to Real Madrid-Barcelona’s battle in Spain: How are Europe’s top 5 leagues shaping up | Football News

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With the annual football season entering the closing stages, the title races and relegation battles are going to be fierce over the coming weeks. In England, Manchester City are breathing down Arsenal’s neck as the Gunners look to avoid the ignominy of finishing second again, whereas in Spain and Germany familiar tales are unfolding. Let’s examine Europe’s five leagues to analyze the current state of play in each. The Premier League took on a new life this week when Arsenal (58 points) drew to relegation-bound Wolverhampton Wanderers. This draw ensured that their lead could dwindle down to as small as two points if Manchester City (53) win their next game in hand. Aston Villa only have an outside chance of challenging for the title, sitting 8 points behind (with a game in hand), but with only 2 wins in their last 5 matches, it looks unlikely. In the race for Europe, a strong showing from the English teams in this year’s edition of the UEFA Champions League means that fifth place in the Premier League …

Why Is It So Difficult For Indians To Get Europe’s Schengen Visa? | Explained | India News

Why Is It So Difficult For Indians To Get Europe’s Schengen Visa? | Explained | India News

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Last Updated:January 30, 2026, 12:53 IST Under what has been described as the “Mother of All Deals” between India and the European Union, visas have emerged as a key area of negotiation European authorities assess applications through the lens of what they call “return risk”. (AI-Generated Image) You’ve saved enough, taken leave from work and planned the perfect photograph in front of the Eiffel Tower. Then, just days before departure, a single email shatters the plan, saying “visa rejected”. For lakhs of Indians every year, this is a quite common situation. At the heart of the problem is the Schengen visa, the single permit that allows travel across 29 European countries without internal border checks. Much like travelling between states in India without showing a passport, a Schengen visa lets a tourist move freely from France to Germany or Italy by road or rail. That freedom is precisely why it is among the most difficult visas to secure. European authorities assess applications through the lens of what they call “return risk”. Visa officers are trained …

Trump drops blunt verdict on China at Davos, then goes on to blast Europe’s windmill obsession

Trump drops blunt verdict on China at Davos, then goes on to blast Europe’s windmill obsession

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Published on Jan 21, 2026 11:32 pm IST In a fiery Davos speech, Donald Trump mocked Europe’s “loser” windmills, claiming “stupid people buy them” while “smart” China just makes and sells them, then bragged that US oil output is up 730,000 barrels a day and that Washington just took 50 million barrels from Venezuela to “split” as Caracas “makes more money in six months than in 20 years.” He then hailed what he calls the fastest economic turnaround in US history: stagflation “defeated, borders” impenetrable,” 52 stock market records and up to $20 trillion in new investment.   News / Videos / Trump drops blunt verdict on China at Davos, then goes on to blast Europe’s windmill obsession Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Europe’s Putin paranoia? Merz warns against Russia’s ‘grand design’, seeks EU defense boost

Europe’s Putin paranoia? Merz warns against Russia’s ‘grand design’, seeks EU defense boost

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Published on Dec 14, 2025 02:17 pm IST A stark warning from Berlin is sending shockwaves through Europe. German chancellor Friedrich Merz warns that Ukraine is only the beginning, claiming Vladimir Putin has far bigger ambitions in mind. From defence spending to compulsory service, Merz is openly questioning whether Europe is ready for what comes next. He also hints at a future where the transatlantic bond may no longer be guaranteed, forcing Europe to stand on its own. With comparisons to pre-war Europe and talk of shifting borders, his message is clear but deeply unsettling.   News / Videos / Europe’s Putin paranoia? Merz warns against Russia’s ‘grand design’, seeks EU defense boost Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Europe’s cookie nightmare is crumbling

Europe’s cookie nightmare is crumbling

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Instead of having to click accept or reject on a cookie pop-up for every website you visit in Europe, the EU is preparing to enforce rules that will allow users to set their preferences for cookies at the browser level. “People can set their privacy preferences centrally — for example via the browser — and websites must respect them,” says the EU. “This will drastically simplify users’ online experience.” This key change is part of a new Digital Package of proposals to simplify the EU’s digital rules, and will initially see cookie prompts change to be a simplified yes or no single-click prompt ahead of the “technological solutions” eventually coming to browsers. Websites will be required to respect cookie choices for at least six months, and the EU also wants website owners to not use cookie banners for “harmless uses” like counting website visits, to lessen the amount of pop-ups. The sheer amount of cookie pop-ups across Europe means people often just click any button to get access to a website, simply because of the …

Jaishankar On Why India’s Worldview Isn’t The Same As Europe’s

Jaishankar On Why India’s Worldview Isn’t The Same As Europe’s

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Last Updated:May 27, 2025, 11:45 IST EAM Jaishankar explained that India’s security priorities—centered on Pakistan, terrorism, and China—shape a different global perspective than Europe’s focus on Ukraine Jaishankar observed that Europeans often associate international law with the situation in Ukraine, whereas India’s focus is on its borders with Pakistan and China. (PTI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, in a recent interview with German daily Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, candidly remarked how India’s security concerns—rooted in its experiences with Pakistan, terrorism, and China—shape its distinct worldview, which is sharply different from Europe’s perspectives on global conflicts. In response to questions on the ongoing conflict with Pakistan and whether he believed in international law, Jaishankar responded, “When you think of conflict, you think of Ukraine. But when I think of conflict, I think Pakistan, terrorism, China, and our border. That is why our views cannot be the same at all.” Was There Danger Of Nuclear War Between India And Pakistan? Addressing concerns about the risk of nuclear war between India and Pakistan, Jaishankar dismissed such fears as misplaced. …

Pick me not: Pro tips to avoid Europe’s pickpockets

Pick me not: Pro tips to avoid Europe’s pickpockets

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May 02, 2025 05:22 AM IST Pickpocketing in Europe has become so bad, even Reels are full of warnings. Here’s how to stay a step ahead of gangs On the internet, some rabbit holes run deeper and richer than others. The one with the pickpocket videos draws you in slowly. A travel influencer might upload a confessional about how she was “Omigawd, almost robbed” while backpacking through southern Spain. Then, the algorithm will cue up six videos featuring young women in Venice nimbly reaching into tourists’ backpacks and quickly hiding their faces as an old woman calls out “Attenzione, pickpocket!” That sets you up perfectly for videos titled “How I outsmarted bag snatchers in Paris using this one tip”. Then, of course, an ad for a shoulder sling and a concealed wallet. Pickpocketing is so common in Europe, that bag makers are selling anti-theft totes and backpacks. (ADOBE STOCK) Europe is crawling with pickpockets. Italy, France, and Spain are among the worst hit. (SHUTTERSTOCK) Travel influencer Aakanksha Monga’s tip is to tether your belongings to …

SpaceX Sends Europe’s First Reentry Capsule into Orbit on Bandwagon-3 Rideshare Mission

SpaceX Sends Europe’s First Reentry Capsule into Orbit on Bandwagon-3 Rideshare Mission

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A Falcon 9 rocket soared into space from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on April 21 at 8:48 p.m. EDT (0048 GMT, April 22), carrying multiple payloads on SpaceX’s latest rideshare mission, Bandwagon-3. Among the diverse cargo onboard was Phoenix 1, a European-built reentry capsule developed by the German company Atmos Space Cargo. History will be made here in European aerospace with this launch, as Phoenix 1 becomes the first capsule from Europe intending to return from space and splash down on Earth after just one orbit, barely 1,200 miles offshore of Brazil. Phoenix 1 Debuts as Europe’s First Private Reentry Capsule on SpaceX Bandwagon-3 Flight According to Atmos Space Cargo, this mission is the first-ever atmospheric reentry attempt of a European private entity. Phoenix 1 is meant to test out essential technologies, including the company’s inflatable heat shield needed to return high-value cargo from space safely, the company noted. “Our mission is to revolutionise space logistics by enabling groundbreaking advancements in microgravity research, in-orbit manufacturing, defence applications, and life sciences,” says the firm’s website. …